AI companions raise concerns for kids' mental health, experts say
Families are grappling with so many issues related to technology, and AI is developing so quickly that it can be hard to keep up.
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Families are grappling with so many issues related to technology, and AI is developing so quickly that it can be hard to keep up.
AI is becoming more and more a part of our lives, and there are many advantages, but for kids, experts say we need to be careful. KDKA-TV's Kristine Sorensen sits down with a family grappling with this issue and an expert to see what parents can do.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Tuesday that it would be the "most intense day" of strikes against Iran so far.
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The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
