Instagram to alert parents when teens search for info on suicide
Starting next week, parents will get an alert if their teen repeatedly searches for certain terms related to self-harm or suicide in a short time span.
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Starting next week, parents will get an alert if their teen repeatedly searches for certain terms related to self-harm or suicide in a short time span.
The Meta CEO defended his company's efforts to keep kids under 13 off of Instagram, but noted that there are "people who lie" about their ages.
Instagram's parent company Meta and Google's YouTube dispute claims that their platforms deliberately addict and harm children.
French President Emmanuel Macron says he wants to fast-track a ban on social media for teenagers under 15.
Grok, the chatbot developed by Elon Musk's company xAI, said it is fixing "lapses in safeguards" after social media users said it was generating sexualized photos of minors.
TikTok's China-based parent company ByteDance must sever ties with TikTok or lose access to U.S. app stores and web-hosting services
A Michigan TikTok user has been posting random interactions in public, getting thousands of views. However, some of the women in the videos say they are concerned because they had no idea that they were being recorded.
A 25-year-old man is accused of throwing multiple Molotov cocktails at a home in Brighton Township, Michigan, and stalking a minor.
Charges have been filed against a Detroit teenager in connection with a violent August carjacking after investigators say Instagram videos posted hours after the incident showed him driving the stolen vehicle and displaying firearms.
A Michigan veteran from the Upper Peninsula is accused of posting online threats against President Trump earlier this year, according to court documents.
The new restrictions for teen users are gradually rolling out starting Tuesday and will be fully implemented by the end of the year, Meta said.
West Bloomfield Police Department says the "AI Homeless Man Prank" has been picking up in popularity on social media.
In this week's Michigan Made feature, we show you what the hustle is like for two women who left their corporate jobs for the world of content creation.
TikTok's algorithm is the "secret sauce" behind the app's success, experts say. U.S.-China talks over the app's ownership must resolve who controls the technology.
Edited video of TikTok company meetings shows employees flagging features they viewed as potentially harmful.
Driven by social media and celebrities, Cambridge Dictionary has added thousands of new words over the last 12 months.
Instagram has now rolled out a new feature that allows you to show your current location -- if you want to. It's called the Instagram Map.
Elmo's X account posted antisemitic and racist posts after it was hacked on Sunday, a spokesperson for the makers of "Sesame Street" said in a statement.
People are turning to AI dating assistants for help in crafting wittier, more conversational messages to attract romantic partners on apps.
CBS News uncovered multiple paid advertisements on Meta's Instagram stories feature that lead to Telegram channels that promote sex work in the U.S. and other countries
Leaked information includes user passwords for platforms including Google, Facebook and Apple, the report says.
Meta platforms such as Instagram have marketed AI tools that let users create sexually explicit images of real people.
Authorities are pointing to a dangerous social media trend after a Chromebook caught on fire at Grosse Ile High School last week.
Federal charges have been filed in the case of a man who posted threats against President Trump on X and TikTok.
Is the health research you found online providing good information? Dr. Molly O'Shea discussed with CBS News Detroit what to consider such as whether the person presenting the material is an expert in that field, and whether the source of the information can be tracked to a study or research.
Prosecutors allege that the man struck a dog with a leash three times and hit the dog in the face about six times.
A woman has filed a sex discrimination lawsuit against a Michigan business, saying that her "petite" size was a factor in refusing her an employment application.
Iranian officials say more than 170 people were killed in the strike. Neither the U.S. nor Israel has said it was behind the attack, but the Pentagon is investigating.
The Pontiac School District said a teacher "no longer works for the district" in the aftermath of a video that appeared to show a verbal confrontation with a student.
An attempted drug smuggling scheme that included methamphetamine found in a state prison yard in Michigan's Upper Peninsula is under investigation.
The Pontiac School District said a teacher "no longer works for the district" in the aftermath of a video that appeared to show a verbal confrontation with a student.
A woman has filed a sex discrimination lawsuit against a Michigan business, saying that her "petite" size was a factor in refusing her an employment application.
Initial estimates showed that it would take five to seven years for renovations at Selfridge Air National Guard Base, but lawmakers said on Tuesday they want it done by the end of 2028.
As the war with Iran continues, people in Metro Detroit are worried that they're going to continue to feel the ripple effects at the pump moving forward.
Prosecutors allege that the man struck a dog with a leash three times and hit the dog in the face about six times.
For the first time in 15 years, Stellantis is not issuing a profit-sharing distribution to UAW-represented employees.
Union Vice President Laura Dickerson confirmed that the worker, TJ Sabula, "has no discipline on his record."
Some General Motors employees are taken aback by this year's profit-sharing checks, with it being $4,000 less than the previous one.
While many assume a "harsh" winter, or this bone-chilling, sustained cold, is the enemy of asphalt, the real culprit is temperature fluctuation.
In Metro Detroit, drivers are paying about $2.90 per gallon, which is 2 cents less than last week and 29 cents less than at the same time last year.
Actor and filmmaker Bruce Campbell told fans that he is in treatment for cancer and will cancel some upcoming public appearances.
Faster Horses, a multi-day country music festival, will not return this summer to Michigan International Speedway.
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
Singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka, known for his hits like "Laughter in the Rain," "Breaking Up is Hard to Do" and "Calendar Girl," has died.
A 19th-century George Méliès film, thought to be long lost, has been found among a box of brittle movie reels that a Michigan donor brought to the Library of Congress, officials said.
A network of satellites supported 300 rescues across the U.S. and its surrounding waters in 2025, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said.
As the war with Iran continues, people in Metro Detroit are worried that they're going to continue to feel the ripple effects at the pump moving forward.
Jaylon Tyson scored 22 points, James Harden added 18 and the Cleveland Cavaliers avenged a recent loss in Detroit by beating the East-leading Pistons 113-109 despite playing without injured star Donovan Mitchell.
Initial estimates showed that it would take five to seven years for renovations at Selfridge Air National Guard Base, but lawmakers said on Tuesday they want it done by the end of 2028.
Six American service members have been killed in the U.S.-Iran conflict, U.S. Central Command said.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
Henry Ford Health and Teamsters Local 332 remain locked in a labor dispute over a nurses' contract.
Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield on Monday appointed former Dearborn Public Health Officer Ali Abazeed as Detroit's new chief public health officer.
Lawmakers say Green Alerts won't just help bring veterans to safety, but also national guard and active service members.
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
Jaylon Tyson scored 22 points, James Harden added 18 and the Cleveland Cavaliers avenged a recent loss in Detroit by beating the East-leading Pistons 113-109 despite playing without injured star Donovan Mitchell.
This past weekend was filled with the NCAA indoor track championships, including the Ivy League Championships held at the Nike Track at the Armory in New York City.
The Detroit Lions are shaking up their offense with the release of offensive lineman Graham Glasgow on Monday.
The Lions are trading running back David Montgomery to the Texans in exchange for offensive lineman Juice Scruggs, according to CBS Sports.
Detroit SportsNet, a newly launched cable/satellite television channel, will be the broadcast home of the Tigers and the Red Wings.
As Women's History Month kicks off, Donna Murray-Brown, the new president and CEO of Inforum, appears on Michigan Matters.
Penske, a business and racing legend, turns 89 on Feb. 20 and is celebrating his 60th year in racing during 2026.
Claressa Shields talks about giving back to the community and her efforts to increase equity for women in sports.
The roundtable discusses the impact of the high-profile game for advertisers, including Detroit-based Rocket and Redfin.
Could a new entertainment tax and a new sales tax be ahead for the Motor City?
Temperatures continue to warm today and we'll even see some sunshine, too. However, a chance of rain begins tonight. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Karen Carter explains when we'll see rain and a chance of thunderstorms!
A Detroit man has been charged under Michigan's safe storage law after his 6-year-old daughter accidentally shot herself with an unsecured gun in a home.
A Detroit father has been charged after prosecutors say he abandoned his 1-year-old child in a vehicle that was impounded.
A 42-inch water main replacement is near completion along 14 Mile Road in Novi.
Metro Detroit motorists are noticing an increase in gas prices. The murder trial against Dale Warner is moving to closing arguments. Those headlines, other top stories and weather are in our news brief.