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The families of four children who died by suicide allege that using social media led to depression, anxiety and other mental health problems.
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The families of four children who died by suicide allege that using social media led to depression, anxiety and other mental health problems.
A bill that would ban anyone under age 16 from viewing, using or accessing social media in Michigan was introduced in the state legislature.
A federal grand jury indicted former FBI Director James Comey on Tuesday for allegedly making threats against the president via a social media post, marking the second time he will be prosecuted by President Trump's Justice Department.
University officials did not provide details on the messages, but said they were posted on the university's accounts and police had been tracking them.
Behind some of the viral physiques lies a troubling trend: the use of a powerful drug never approved for humans.
The verdict, which caps a weeks-long trial in Los Angeles, could set a legal precedent for similar allegations brought against social media companies.
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.
A new study from AAA found that several drivers believe going 10 mph over the speed limit is acceptable and that keeping up with traffic is safer than driving the posted speed limit.
Michigan's nine winning "I Voted" sticker designs for 2026 include a nap-ready cat, a nod to the sunken Edmund Fitzgerald, and a design built around the phrase "No, yeah."
The Washtenaw County Medical Examiner and the University of Michigan Anthropology Department conducted an examination of the skull.
More than 7.2 million checks have been mailed so far, with millions more expected to go out this week, according to State Farm.
City council members said the goal is to prevent injuries before they happen and protect both pedestrians and riders.
The City of Dearborn is preparing for an anti-Islam protest expected to take place on Tuesday evening.
A fatal crash has closed U.S. 24 at Sigler Road in Wayne County, Brownstown Township police say.
Vanderbilt University Provost C. Cybele Raver was selected as the University of Michigan's incoming president; a vote will be taken in September.
Michigan's nine winning "I Voted" sticker designs for 2026 include a nap-ready cat, a nod to the sunken Edmund Fitzgerald, and a design built around the phrase "No, yeah."
The Washtenaw County Medical Examiner and the University of Michigan Anthropology Department conducted an examination of the skull.
Woodward Dream Cruise participant Mike Holmes, who showed off a DeLorean at Saturday's event, said the " human interaction is just as much fun as driving the car."
General Motors says 350 workers will be laid off in January at its Lansing Grand River Assembly/Stamping and Lansing Regional Stamping sites.
Ford says the reveal is intended to connect directly with the enthusiasts who have helped make the Woodward Dream Cruise one of the nation's premier automotive events.
On average, drivers in the state are paying $4.15 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel.
Dodge unveiled the return of the Super Bee on Thursday during a media preview for Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge at M1 Concourse in Pontiac.
Madonna leads all artists with 11 nominations at this year's MTV VMAs, and a full sweep would tie her with Beyoncé and Taylor Swift for the most VMA wins in history.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
It was another busy night in Ann Arbor as country singer Morgan Wallen took the stage on Saturday for his second concert in as many days at Michigan Stadium, better known as the Big House. Like any game day at the venue, there's a lot of foot traffic and first responders at every corner.
A group of young performers is taking the stage on Friday night to showcase their talents while celebrating Detroit's culture and history.
Michigan's nine winning "I Voted" sticker designs for 2026 include a nap-ready cat, a nod to the sunken Edmund Fitzgerald, and a design built around the phrase "No, yeah."
More than 7.2 million checks have been mailed so far, with millions more expected to go out this week, according to State Farm.
Madonna leads all artists with 11 nominations at this year's MTV VMAs, and a full sweep would tie her with Beyoncé and Taylor Swift for the most VMA wins in history.
The Justice Department is planning to deploy a record 1,000 federal monitors to polling places throughout the U.S. for the midterm elections.
Five flavors of Outshine Fruit Bars sold nationwide were recalled because they may include glass, Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream said.
Large bags and shopping carts are banned from the Royal Oak Public Library as staff attempt to prevent a bedbug resurgence.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services says a human case of influenza A H1N2 swine flu was detected in a person who was a participant at the Kent County Youth Fair.
A new executive order from President Trump is reshaping federal childhood vaccine recommendations and encouraging states to review their school immunization requirements, a move that comes as Michigan families prepare for the new school year.
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners is considering a resolution that would implement a program from Opioid Free America that would analyze prescription data of county employees and encourage prescribers to wean their patients off opioids.
An additional 35 Michigan residents have required hospital care for cyclosporiasis as an outbreak continues to be tracked, state health officials said on Thursday.
Kevin McGonigle hit a two-run homer, and the Detroit Tigers held off the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-5 on Monday night and moved into a three-way tie for the final AL wild-card spot.
LIV Golf is ending its season one tournament early.
Western Michigan's Dan Bartholomae has been hired as Michigan State's athletic director.
Golfers, athletes and supporters gathered Monday in Rochester Hills for the Kirk Gibson Golf Classic, which raises money for the Kirk Gibson Foundation for Parkinson's.
Munetaka Murakami hit a go-ahead homer in the seventh inning and the Chicago White Sox rallied for a 7-5 win over the Detroit Tigers to complete a three-game sweep.
Rachel Stewart previews the upcoming America's Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026.
The eyes of the nation were on Michigan as its critical 2026 primary was held last Tuesday.
As the nation turns its attention to Michigan's critical Aug. 4 primary, the Michigan Matters roundtable weighs in.
Perry Johnson discussed not receiving President Trump's endorsement and the reasons he believes John James did.
The conversation turns to rising auto insurance rates across Michigan and new legislative bills in Lansing that would help stem the tide.
The City of Dearborn is preparing for an anti-Islam protest expected to take place on Tuesday evening. Local officials have been telling residents for the past few days that there may be such activity, and police announced that they would have an "enhanced presence" at the Tuesday city council meeting.
Two workers have been confirmed dead after an explosion and fire early Tuesday at an industrial recycling business building in Toledo, Ohio.
Part of Telegraph Road in Brownstown Township, Michigan, will be closed for several hours as a result of a fatal crash in the area, township police said on Tuesday.
The University of Michigan has named C. Cybele Raver as its next college president, pending a formal vote on September 1. The announcement was made on Tuesday. Her term as president is expected to start on December 1.
Voters in Sumpter Township rejected a millage increase in August that was intended to support the police department. Police Chief Eric Luke explains the impact.