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The first AI-powered product could launch later this year.
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The first AI-powered product could launch later this year.
Meta platforms such as Instagram have marketed AI tools that let users create sexually explicit images of real people.
In its Sunday edition, the paper published a summer reading list with the titles, authors, and descriptions of 15 books. But it turned out that 10 of those 15 books do not exist.
In its Sunday edition, the paper published a summer reading list with the titles, authors, and descriptions of 15 books. But it turned out that 10 of those 15 books do not exist.
As preparations continue for the conclave at the Vatican that will choose the next pope, President Trump has entered the conversation, posting a surprising image of himself dressed as the pope. The image comes as the president defends his administration's actions on tariffs.
Not only do people need to beware of fake job listings these days, now they need to be on the look out for fake job seekers.
An opinion paper in the journal Cell Press says AI relationships can interfere with human ones. That's because doctors say AI relationships seem easier.
Illinois legislators are looking into using speed cameras and artificial intelligence technology to reduce speeding and crashes on DuSable Lake Shore Drive.
Deepseek is getting a lot of attention because developers say it only cost them $6 million to train the new model, which is a fraction of what other tech companies spent. Northwestern computer science professor V.S. Subrahmanian explains what makes it so special.
Scam artists have always been around, but according to Accenture security expert Daniel Kendzior, what's different nowadays is how easy it is to make a good fake video or audio clip.
Even with training, the technology continues to improve, making deepfakes harder to spot.
Daisy is the newest member of the fraud prevention team at Virgin Media O2 in London.
the AI-generated grandma named Daisy ties up fraudsters in endless chatter, with a goal of getting them frustrated. Tina Kraus reports.
Artificial intelligence tools are being used to make advancements in healthcare. CBS News Chicago spoke to one expert at the University of Illinois about how Ai is changing the industry.
The technology, ZeroEyes, is also in use by the Chicago Transit Authority in a pilot program, and the security director at Navy Pier wants to see the CTA program expanded. Megan Hickey reports.
Navy Pier Security Director Dan O’Shea hopes the Chicago Transit Authority expands its pilot program with the same technology, ZeroEyes—particularly after four people were shot and killed on a Blue Line train this week. Megan Hickey reports.
The ZeroEyes software, which uses AI to detect guns, has been in use at Navy Pier for nearly two years.
ZeroEyes' AI technology has been set up to detect guns at train stations in the Chicago Transit Authority system, though the agency has not said specifically where. Megan Hickey reports.
The transit agency said it is not releasing the exact locations where the technology is being used "for security reasons," but said Thursday that it targeted stations across its system.
Right now, only platform cameras—not train cameras—are outfitted with the technology. Megan Hickey reports.
Pritzker signed the law, HB4623, on Friday of last week. It takes effect Jan. 1.
AI can generate fake articles, doctor pictures, and even generate convincing robocalls, just in time for November's vote. Northwestern University researchers launched a new platform to help us journalists detect deep-fakes.
While it can be a difficult disability to treat, Michael George explains how AI helps manage dyslexia. It's one of the most common learning disabilities, affecting more than 40 million people in the U.S.
We will take a joke from Albert Ramon over a joke written by AI any day.
A CBS News investigation found ChatGPT gave incorrect or incomplete answers to some questions about how to vote in battleground states in the U.S. presidential election.
Swanson connected against Ryan Borucki (1-3) with two out in the sixth inning, giving Chicago a 2-1 lead with a solo drive into the bleachers in left-center.
Law enforcement officials are searching for 57-year-old Vance Luther Boelter in the shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses early Saturday morning.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker said it was "a horrible day for Minnesota" after lawmakers Melissa Hortman and John Hoffman and their spouses were shot in separate attacks. Hortman and her husband were killed.
Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband were killed, and state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife were wounded in politically motivated shootings overnight, Gov. Tim Walz said Saturday. Authorities have also identified a suspect who is still at large.
The ages of the victims range from 30 to 42.
Law enforcement officials are searching for 57-year-old Vance Luther Boelter in the shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses early Saturday morning.
Japan's Nippon Steel can buy U.S. Steel as long as both sides sign a "national security agreement."
Ramón Morales Reyes, 54, was accused of writing a letter threatening Trump in a social media post by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem that got widespread national coverage.
Israel says preemptive airstrikes against Iran's nuclear sites are underway, and it is bracing to intercept a wave of drones launched by Iran in retaliation.
A federal appeals court temporarily halted a judge's ruling that had blocked the Trump administration from deploying members of the California National Guard in L.A.
In March, Mark Aiello bet big on basketball, and thought he won $389,000 by correctly guessing rebounds and assists by certain Chicago Bulls players.
Salah Abukhaled says Google's grip on advertising is costing him millions, and the U.S. government shares his same frustrations.
Melissa Kingsbury said she received more than 25 calls and 30 text messages in the first hour after her page was hacked, asking if she was really selling items like low-priced cars in great condition.
Michael Flores has been through a tangle with asbestos, and he ran into a loophole in state policy that could leave anyone vulnerable.
Sara Hovey and her husband were paying for a mortgage, rent and a litigation attorney, who apparently told her she should have been protected.
Recreational cyclist Phil Fox crossed back into America around 3:30 a.m. Sunday, after spending nearly three days circumnavigating over 1,000 miles around Lake Huron by bicycle.
The resignation follows an order by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to change the agency's guidance.
The norovirus strain GII.17 may have disrupted the seasonal pattern of outbreaks.
Warming temperatures due to climate change also help the arachnid survive.
As anyone who was around two years ago will remember, this is not the first time a hazy, unhealthy back of air engulfed and choked Chicago.
Salah Abukhaled says Google's grip on advertising is costing him millions, and the U.S. government shares his same frustrations.
White Sox chairman Jerry Reinsdorf has reached a deal with billionaire Justin Ishbia to potentially transfer ownership starting in 2029.
For 64 of the 82 years Kaage's Newsstand has been around, Mike Kaage has been the man propped up in front from 4 a.m. to 9 a.m. each day. Now, he says it's time to call it a day.
Gary Mayor Eddie Melton said Nippon Steel plans to pump $1 billion in the Gary Works U.S. Steel facility — the largest steel plant in the country.
The store — which currently has locations in Uptown Park Ridge, west suburban Geneva, and Milwaukee — has been in business for nearly 90 years.
Harvey Weinstein's retrial in New York took another dramatic turn when the judge declared a mistrial on the last undecided charge.
The free concert was held at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park.
Weinstein was convicted of one of two counts of criminal sexual assault. The jury told the judge they hadn't reached a verdict on the third degree rape charge.
Brian Wilson was one of the world's most influential recording artists.
Aaron Rodgers said after his first practice with the Pittsburgh Steelers that he got married "a couple months ago."
Pope Leo XIV invited Catholic faithful to be "that light of hope," and to serve others and make the world a better place, during a celebration of his papacy at Rate Field in Chicago.
The celebration for the pontiff kicked off Saturday, where his favorite baseball team, the White Sox, plays.
Marissa Sulek speaks with protesters at the Chicago No Kings rally as they marched from Daley Plaza to Trump Tower and then on through the Loop.
Illinois Senator Dick Durbin and U.S. Rep. Jesus "Chuy" Garcia spoke at the No Kings Day protest in Daley Plaza in downtown Chicago Saturday.
CBS Chicago security expert Phil Andrew talks about safety as thousands attend the rally at Daley Plaza, moving to Trump Tower.
Thousands of the faithful are celebrating Pope Leo XIV in a uniquely Chicago way Saturday with an event and mass at Rate Field.
Huge crowds flocked to Daley Plaza at noon to participate in the Chicago "No Kings" protest.
Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband were killed, and state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife were wounded in politically motivated shootings overnight, Gov. Tim Walz said Saturday.
Extensive Chicago street closures and parking restrictions will be in place this weekend all across the city of Chicago.
Swanson connected against Ryan Borucki (1-3) with two out in the sixth inning, giving Chicago a 2-1 lead with a solo drive into the bleachers in left-center.
Despite continuing reports of taxpayers receiving bills from the IRS for taxes they already paid on time, the agency has remained quiet about the problem and when it could be resolved.
CBS News Chicago Investigators has obtained a communication from a child protection judge responding to an ethics complaint for giving gifts to "abused and neglected" foster kids who appear before him.
Auto thefts dropped in 2024, trend appears to be continuing into 2025. But a few new car brands are seeing increases. Police explained why.
The crematory was shut down after the CBS News Chicago Investigators exposed how bodies were being mishandled there.
Some taxpayers who paid their taxes by the April 15 deadlines are getting notices telling them they still owe money, all because of delays with the IRS electronic payment system.
Swanson connected against Ryan Borucki (1-3) with two out in the sixth inning, giving Chicago a 2-1 lead with a solo drive into the bleachers in left-center.
Kamilla Cardoso led Chicago (2-7) with 15 points and nine rebounds. Angel Reese added 12 points and nine boards, and Ariel Atkins also scored 12.
Pirates ace Paul Skenes struck out five in five scoreless innings. Skenes was matched by Cade Horton, who permitted three hits in 5 2/3 shutout innings.
Civale is 1-2 with a 4.91 ERA this season. He has allowed seven runs over 19 innings in four starts since returning from the injured list May 22 after dealing with a strained left hamstring.
Cubs pitcher Jameson Taillon (7-3) went 6 1/3 innings against his former team.
Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband were killed, and state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife were wounded in politically motivated shootings overnight, Gov. Tim Walz said Saturday. Authorities have also identified a suspect who is still at large.
Ramón Morales Reyes, 54, was accused of writing a letter threatening Trump in a social media post by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem that got widespread national coverage.
According to a warrant, Antonio Brown is accused of firing two shots during an altercation outside a venue in the Little Haiti neighborhood on May 16.
Harvey Weinstein's retrial in New York took another dramatic turn when the judge declared a mistrial on the last undecided charge.
Cargo thieves usually target items that are in high demand or have big price tags. The stolen goods are then sold at 100% profit.