Meta failed to protect social media users from scam ads, lawsuit alleges
The Consumer Federation of America accused Meta of allowing scam advertisements to "proliferate on its platforms."
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The Consumer Federation of America accused Meta of allowing scam advertisements to "proliferate on its platforms."
People who filed claims as part of Facebook's privacy settlement could get their money over the next 10 weeks.
Facebook is now 21 years old! We've posted a lot of things over those years. What happens when some of the more embarrassing ones come back to haunt you?
Fake Facebook pages have been popping up claiming to be the iconic iceball cart, but the owner says they're all scams.
The impersonator claimed to be the Steelers' star and tried to raise money for a fake "TJ Watt Foundation."
The company also said it was working to resolve an issue where some words, including "Democrats" and "Republican," were blocked from Instagram search.
The CBS News Confirmed team shares tips you can use to tell fact from fiction online.
Users reported problems accessing many of Meta's social media services, including Facebook, Instagram and Messenger.
Many local officials have taken to social media to push back on harmful misinformation about Hurricane Milton and Hurricane Helene.
Surgeon General Vivek Murthy said that teens' mental health is facing an "emergency," and that social media is part of the problem.
Facebook and Instagram users earlier today reported that they were booted out of the social media platforms, with many unable to log back in.
Meta wants children and teens on Facebook and Instagram as long as possible so it can collect and sell their personal data, state prosecutors allege.
The suit alleges that Meta deliberately engineered its platforms to be addictive to children and teenagers.
The application to collect part of Meta's data privacy settlement is simple, requiring only a few minutes to fill out.
The suit alleges that companies such as TikTok have caused mental health problems for students.
The social media company debuted the new service on July 5, a day earlier than expected. It also has a sneaky way to get a download.
Officials are urging people to stop using the lounger, and asking online marketplaces to regulate attempts to re-sell it, two years after the recall.
Dr. Vivek Murthy urged policymakers and tech companies to take "immediate action" to protect young people.
The court sidestepped a ruling that could have limited the scope of a federal law known as Section 230 that serves as a powerful shield for internet companies.
Host Heather Abraham is chatting with Sauvik Das, an assistant professor at CMU's Human Computer Interaction Institute, about what the recent settlement really means for Facebook users.
Eight hours after posting the video, police were able to find the suspect.
FTC is fining GoodRx for alleged unauthorized disclosures of consumers' personal health info to Facebook, Google, others.
Earlier this month, Trump's presidential campaign asked Meta to reinstate him on the social media platform.
Google is laying off 12,000 workers, or about 6% of its workforce, becoming the latest tech company to trim staff as the economic boom that the industry rode during the COVID-19 pandemic ebbs.
A year ago, Facebook's parent company was worth $1 trillion. But a risky bet on the metaverse has investors worried.
The state House passed a bill that would make what's known as "gas station heroin" illegal in Pennsylvania.
A 2-year-old boy in Defiance County, Ohio, died in an accidental shooting, authorities said.
The Mountaineers ended the Trojans' first College World Series appearance with a 12-0 victory on Tuesday.
On Tuesday, Judge Edward Borkowski said Jasper Hilliard intended to kill Al Carlson in Pittsburgh's Shadyside neighborhood.
Internet has been restored to Xfinity customers in Mt. Oliver after a near-48-hour blackout.
Kurt John Roy was one of the 12 people killed when a skydiving plane crashed in Missouri on Sunday.
Five tornadoes touched down across parts of eastern Ohio and northwestern Pennsylvania following Sunday's severe weather.
Changes will be coming to "skill games" in Pennsylvania after the state Supreme Court ruled the games are essentially slot machines.
The state House passed a bill that would make what's known as "gas station heroin" illegal in Pennsylvania.
A 2-year-old boy in Defiance County, Ohio, died in an accidental shooting, authorities said.
The state House passed a bill that would make what's known as "gas station heroin" illegal in Pennsylvania.
Changes will be coming to "skill games" in Pennsylvania after the state Supreme Court ruled the games are essentially slot machines.
The FBI said it disrupted an attempt to attack Sunday's UFC America 250 event at the White House, with court records detailing an alleged plot to use small drones carrying explosives.
The U.S. and Iran are expected to meet for a signing ceremony on Friday, June 19, in Switzerland, Pakistan's prime minister said.
The UFC hosted a fight series on the White House South Lawn Sunday night.
A Pennsylvania state lawmaker is proposing giving taxpayers $250 to celebrate America's birthday.
Buc-ee's plans to open another store in Ohio, bringing its gas station, convenience store and smiling buck-toothed beaver mascot closer to the Pennsylvania stateline.
A James Beard Award-nominated bar is coming back to Pittsburgh.
What if what's sitting in your jewelry drawer is worth more than you think?
The price of electricity in Pennsylvania is going up next month.
Here’s how you can make a vintage fireworks rocket centerpiece in just four minutes!
A birthday only comes around once a year, but a 250th birthday? That’s a once-in-a-generation celebration! Party-planning expert Shari Zatman takes us through the years to help you plan a timeless and patriotic party!
Antiques appraiser Dr. Lori is examining more of your family heirlooms and treasures. This week, Dr. Lori brings us "kitchen stuff."
Pittsburgh’s Palm Palm restaurant is completely redefining its dining experience, and Daisy Jade is on the scene to show us how they are “swaying” to a different tune.
PTL hosts Heather Abraham and David Highfield discuss Pittsburgh culture, trending news and social media, food, sports, and more. Plus, Taste it Tuesday brings us dessert pizza from Cork and Crust.
Many families with children attending schools in the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh said they are trying to figure out the logic behind their upcoming tuition bills.
Pittsburgh's fire boat has been on the water for nearly a decade, but it hasn't seen much action.
A lawsuit has been filed over the smell neighbors say is coming from the Sherwin-Williams plant in Rochester.
Naida Reed contacted KDKA Investigates after she said Pittsburgh Water failed to follow through on what crews allegedly promised.
What if what's sitting in your jewelry drawer is worth more than you think?
Allegheny County health officials said babies who have died from sudden unexpected infant death have more than doubled since 2000.
Lone star ticks have been found in Franklin and Erie counties in Pennsylvania.
Pittsburgh, with its natural beauty and parks, can be a great place for people to put the phones down and enjoy life.
Doctors say it looks like it will be a bad season for tick-borne diseases.
Temperatures could reach into the 90s this week in Pittsburgh, and that impacts everything, including your sleep.
The Mountaineers ended the Trojans' first College World Series appearance with a 12-0 victory on Tuesday.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
West Virginia must win Tuesday's game, or they'll be eliminated from the College World Series.
Nick Kurtz hit two homers and drove in five runs, Jeff McNeil also went deep and knocked in four, and the Athletics beat the scuffling Pittsburgh Pirates 11-2.
Wyndham Clark said he deeply regrets damaging a locker at the U.S. Open last year at Oakmont Country Club.
Pittsburgh City Council has approved new legislation that would put new restrictions on vape shops.
Buc-ee's plans to open another store in Ohio, bringing its gas station, convenience store and smiling buck-toothed beaver mascot closer to the Pennsylvania stateline.
A James Beard Award-nominated bar is coming back to Pittsburgh.
A fractured majority of Republican justices sided with a sweeping challenge brought by local and county officials against Oak Run Solar.
The move by Republican Gov. Mike DeWine comes as tax breaks for energy-hungry AI data centers are increasingly playing a role in state budgets.
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
Locals spent Saturday at the Carrie Blast Furnaces for a day of sampling dozens of local beers and cocktails.
The Clarks are a band that Pittsburghers hear and think of home.
The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra has extended the contract of music director Manfred Honeck through the 2032-2033 season.
The country group Little Big Town will perform at Citizens Live at the Wylie in October.
KDKA-TV's Rich Walsh and 93.7 The Fan's Andrew Fillipponi discuss the sports topics of the day.
People in Castle Shannon were without water for hours due to a water main break.
The state House passed a bill that would make what's known as "gas station heroin" illegal in Pennsylvania.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
A man from Pennsylvania was one of the 12 people killed when a skydiving plane crashed on Sunday in Missouri, authorities said.
Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons with the team.
Pitt's regular season has ended with an 8-4 record.
Pitt's five-game winning streak came to an end with a 37-15 loss to Notre Dame.
Mason Heintschel set a new Pitt freshman single-game passing record in the Pitt win at Acrisure Stadium.
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
