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Videos showing extreme violence are easily accessible on Instagram — and people are making thousands posting graphic content on the platform, a CBS News investigation found.
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.
New York Attorney General Letitia James is demanding Instagram disable location sharing for minors.
The NYPD is searching for a group of men who robbed a popular social media influencer known for selling luxury watches.
Meta platforms such as Instagram have marketed AI tools that let users create sexually explicit images of real people.
A Long Island social media influencer is facing charges over alleged pranks at restaurants and homes.
Parents at the rally said their children are increasingly at risk because of social media.
Instagram users reported violent and other inappropriate content showing up in their Reels feeds.
The company also said it was working to resolve an issue where some words, including "Democrats" and "Republican," were blocked from Instagram search.
And as CBS News New York's John Dias reports, time is running out if you want to get your hands on one.
Users reported problems accessing many of Meta's social media services, including Facebook, Instagram and Messenger.
The Potter's House Church said in a statement that Bishop T.D. Jakes is stable and under the care of healthcare professionals.
Peanut the pet squirrel, who was a social media star before being seized by authorities in upstate New York, tested negative for rabies after being euthanized, a county official said Tuesday.
"It's shocking. Our youngest victim at the time of the occurrence was nine years old," Houston-based lawyer Tony Buzbee said.
How climate change is creating a shortage of antivenom for snake bites; new restrictions coming to Instagram for millions of teenagers; concerning levels of lead found in many cinnamon products, and a new report showing excessive alcohol use could be driving up certain cancers.
Meta bills the new Instagram service as having built-in protections for teens that give parents peace of mind.
Emily Fanous, Spokesperson with HostingAdvice.com joins CBS New York to discuss the dangers of posting your kids on social media and how you can do it safely.
"Our hearts go out to the athlete's family, friends, and the entire CrossFit community," Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker said.
Surgeon General Vivek Murthy said that teens' mental health is facing an "emergency," and that social media is part of the problem.
The Dallas Police Department issued arrest warrants Wednesday for the 23-year-old Rice and 21-year-old Theodore Knox.
The North Texas man is being remembered across the world for his inspirational story of resilience, after living in an iron lung for more than 70 years after contracting polio.
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, reported a widespread technical issue that fell on Super Tuesday.
Facebook and Instagram users earlier today reported that they were booted out of the social media platforms, with many unable to log back in.
Mayor Eric Adams says he wants to recover the $100 million the city spends on the mental health crisis every year.
The city filed a lawsuit against TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat and YouTube.
With the game tied going into the 9th, Eugenio Suárez smacked a double into left-center field to score pinch runner Javier Sonoja for what would prove to be the winning run.
Josh Hart scored a season-high 33 points on 12-of-13 shooting to lead the Knicks over the Pacers 136-110 on Tuesday night.
The New York Islanders beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-1 on Tuesday night.
An off-duty officer shot a man in the Bronx on Monday night after tracking his family's stolen vehicle, NYPD sources say.
The Mamdani administration has asked a court to allow them to stop representing former Mayor Eric Adams in a sexual assault case.
An off-duty officer shot a man in the Bronx on Monday night after tracking his family's stolen vehicle, NYPD sources say.
The Mamdani administration has asked a court to allow them to stop representing former Mayor Eric Adams in a sexual assault case.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani celebrated his first St. Patrick's Day as mayor with a dramatic show of respect for groups he may have offended in the past.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and the MTA have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration for withholding funds designed to extend the Second Avenue subway west into Harlem.
Legendary New York City television news broadcaster Ernie Anastos was laid to rest on Tuesday at his funeral in Westchester County.
The New York City area will be under a wind advisory Monday with periods of heavy rain and severe thunderstorms expected across the region.
The New York area is in for a mild weekend before the weather takes a turn to start the work week.
It will be rainy on Thursday morning, and the weather will change to snow as temperatures drop across the Tri-State Area.
Thunderstorms are expected in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut this weekend after severe weather hit the Midwest.
Periods of rain will move through the New York area Thursday, but spring temperatures are on the way for the weekend.
Grubhub is launching New Jersey's first commercial food delivery by drone. CBS News New York has learned more about the high-tech service and how it's expected to work.
Officials say James Hadley, a New Jersey coach and educator, may have assaulted other victims.
Tens of thousands of customers lost power across the New York-New Jersey area as severe weather whipped through the region.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
Jeanne Hengemuhle has made history as the first woman in charge of the New Jersey State Police.
Tens of thousands of customers lost power across the New York-New Jersey area as severe weather whipped through the region.
Ten people and six vehicles were involved in the fatal accident on Long Island, according to New York State Police. Two people in their 80s were killed.
St. John's, Hofstra and LIU are playing in the 2026 NCAA men's basketball tournament as March Madness gets in full swing.
Prosecutors said Matthew Smith fended off efforts to hand over his car keys before the crash that killed Nassau County police officer Patricia Espinosa.
A Manorville breeder was charged with animal neglect after dogs and puppies were allegedly left alone in poor conditions as a blizzard struck New York.
The Mamdani administration has asked a court to allow them to stop representing former Mayor Eric Adams in a sexual assault case.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani celebrated his first St. Patrick's Day as mayor with a dramatic show of respect for groups he may have offended in the past.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and the MTA have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration for withholding funds designed to extend the Second Avenue subway west into Harlem.
A long-time New York City driver says he monitored his E-ZPass account and paid his tolls, but he was still hit with huge late fees.
Jeanne Hengemuhle has made history as the first woman in charge of the New Jersey State Police.
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
The first case of mpox clade I has been detected in New York City, health officials said Friday. Of the two types of mpox, clade I is known to cause more severe disease and death.
Heights University Hospital, formerly known as Christ Hospital, shuttered its emergency room Saturday night.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
A new study shows toxic forever chemicals known as PFAS may be entering the food chain on Long Island through contaminated soil, water and air.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
"One Battle After Another" took home several big awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and the newly created Best Casting.
Hollywood's biggest stars were honored at the 98th annual Academy Awards on Sunday. Here is what to know and how to watch the 2026 Oscars.
Legendary New York City television news anchor Ernie Anastos has died. His wife says he died early Thursday morning of pneumonia.
Ballerina Misty Copeland responded to controversial comments made by actor Timothée Chalamet when he appeared to dismiss the significance of ballet and opera, saying, "No one cares."
With the game tied going into the 9th, Eugenio Suárez smacked a double into left-center field to score pinch runner Javier Sonoja for what would prove to be the winning run.
Josh Hart scored a season-high 33 points on 12-of-13 shooting to lead the Knicks over the Pacers 136-110 on Tuesday night.
The New York Islanders beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-1 on Tuesday night.
Gotham FC will host the Washington Spirit on July 15 at Citi Field in a game that has been dubbed The Queens Classic.
Jack Hughes had three assists, and the Devils dented the Bruins' playoff chances by beating them 4-3 in overtime Monday night.
The Rev. Al Sharpton is calling on New York City to help protect the Merchant's House Museum in Manhattan after a recent discovery revealed connections to the Underground Railroad.
A Harlem school is teaching students how to love, honor and care for their natural hair.
The NYC DEP has announced plans to clean Flushing Creek with chlorine, sparking outrage among some environmentalists.
Neighbors and local businesses in Long Island City, Queens, say rental trucks parked on streets are impacting daily operations.
Erik Lochtefeld is back to acting and marathon training after a glioblastoma diagnosis and complex surgery at NYU Langone.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
President Trump says the U.S. is ahead of schedule in achieving its goals in the war with Iran. At the same time, he's blasting some NATO countries who rejected a call to help reopen the crucial energy pipeline at the Strait of Hormuz. Erica Brown reports from Capitol Hill.
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock has the latest on the damage done.
As CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer reports, it appears hizzoner was trying to make amends for having offended those groups in the past.
CBS News New York's Christine Sloan spoke to family members about the traumatic experience.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn says temperatures will jump back up into the 50s by Saturday and will stick around through Sunday.
