Meta and YouTube found liable on all charges in social media trial
The verdict, which caps a weeks-long trial in Los Angeles, could set a legal precedent for similar allegations brought against social media companies.
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The verdict, which caps a weeks-long trial in Los Angeles, could set a legal precedent for similar allegations brought against social media companies.
In a potentially bellwether case, a plaintiff alleges that social media companies deliberately design their platforms to target children.
Facebook owner Meta has named Dina Powell McCormick, a former Trump administration adviser and longtime finance executive, as its new president and vice chairman.
The company also said it was working to resolve an issue where some words, including "Democrats" and "Republican," were blocked from Instagram search.
Meta shocked the tech world this week by moving to overhaul its approach to fact checking. Here's what the changes mean for social media users.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg cites "cultural tipping point" of election in making major changes to practices.
The U.S. has a record 813 billionaires — the most of any country.
"You have a product that's killing people," one lawmaker told Mark Zuckerberg as the Meta CEO testified in a hearing on protecting kids online.
The social-media service, which debuted Wednesday night, is the fastest-growing app of all time, outpacing ChatGPT.
The CEO of Facebook's parent company is trying to position Threads as a direct challenger to Twitter.
A year ago, Facebook's parent company was worth $1 trillion. But a risky bet on the metaverse has investors worried.
For the last year, Facebook has been signaling it wants in on the cryptocurrency phenomenon. At its F8 developers conference last month, cofounder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg said he wants to make sending money as easy as sending a photo: digital, immediate, free and secure.
Facebook has taken down 652 pages, accounts and groups it says were part of a coordinated disinformation campaign.
Facebook faces two new federal lawsuits for allegedly violating the trust of the millions of users whose personal data was shared with the data-mining firm Cambridge Analytica.
A user downloaded their Facebook archive and was surprised to find several recordings that had been made years earlier and supposedly deleted.
Led by Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro, 37 state Attorneys General sent a letter to Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg on Monday.
Breaking more than four days of silence, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg admitted mistakes and outlined steps to protect user data in light of a privacy scandal involving a Trump-connected data-mining firm.
Facebook once aimed to connect the world. Now it would be happy just to reconnect part of it - and Google and others hope to join it.
An Ohio family says they learned just 20 minutes before dinner this week that a planned mystery guest would be Facebook founder and billionaire Mark Zuckerberg.
To revive interest in smartphones, Samsung and LG are improving their cameras and embracing the nascent world of virtual reality.
Oculus, owned by Facebook, has confirmed that a new building in Oakland called Schenley Place will be its new Pittsburgh headquarters.
Facebook is changing again. This time the company says they are focused on clearing the clutter, and creating "a personalized newspaper."
During the current election campaign, for the first time in American history, President Barack Obama and the "left" have made success in America to be negative.
The recent marriage of Facebook creator Mark Zuckerberg prompted lots of talk of pre-nuptial agreements. Turns out the Zuckerbergs may have started something new and different -- a relationship agreement.
Facebook creator Mark Zuckerberg visited CMU's campus today to recruit students to work for the social networking site.
Pittsburgh's tourism chief hopes to ease Pittsburghers' concerns about the NFL draft.
The Pittsburgh Pirates beat Tampa Bay 5-1 on Friday to snap the Rays' six-game win streak.
The Pittsburgh Steelers' Terrible Towel is a symbol of celebration known around the world, but it was recently taken to new heights.
The rising price of tomatoes is impacting some restaurants around Pittsburgh.
A Pittsburgh-area woman says she lost thousands in a rental scam.
Pittsburgh's tourism chief hopes to ease Pittsburghers' concerns about the NFL draft.
The Pittsburgh Pirates beat Tampa Bay 5-1 on Friday to snap the Rays' six-game win streak.
The Pittsburgh Steelers' Terrible Towel is a symbol of celebration known around the world, but it was recently taken to new heights.
The rising price of tomatoes is impacting some restaurants around Pittsburgh.
A Pittsburgh-area woman says she lost thousands in a rental scam.
President Trump spoke with CBS News Friday in a new telephone interview.
Putting warning labels on social media platforms is the goal of a bill currently moving through Congress.
Wednesday is Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O'Connor's 100th day in office, and by all accounts, he's hit the ground running.
The Trump administration is ratcheting up attacks on environmental protections that Make America Healthy Again followers hold dear.
Pope Leo has been critical of the war in Iran and other priorities of the Trump administration, but says his comments are "not meant as attacks on anyone."
The rising price of tomatoes is impacting some restaurants around Pittsburgh.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday is warning sports fans to watch for scams as they buy tickets and merchandise tied to the NBA and NHL playoffs.
A new consumer safety warning is raising concerns about carbon monoxide detectors sold online.
Six new cities are being added to the Michelin Guide in 2027, and among those cities is right here in Pittsburgh.
How do you plan a big family getaway that keeps the peace and the fun?
Here's why Pittsburgh's biggest surprises next week may not be happening on a screen or on the field.
Caliente talks about the special pizza it created for the NFL draft.
Daisy Jade is learning about the Women Who Rock Experience at the NFL draft.
PTL hosts Heather Abraham and David Highfield discuss Pittsburgh culture, trending news and social media, food, sports, and more. Plus, today’s Taste It Tuesday treat was made for us by Ron Smiley!
After suffering roof damage from this year's brutal winter, a Pittsburgh family says their insurance company has left them with even bigger problems.
The Downtown Neighbors Alliance's board voted Thursday to dissolve the organization.
The federal government will begin the long-awaited cleanup of a nuclear waste dump outside Apollo in Armstrong County.
Short-term rental owners in Washington County could soon face new scrutiny.
Allegheny County Common Pleas Judge Edward Borkowski refused to drop an attempted homicide charge against Jasper Hilliard.
Shaler Township has installed new AEDs in 10 of its parks.
Health care workers are preparing to care for anyone who will need treatment.
UPMC and AHN say they've been collaborating about getting ready for an event of this magnitude.
When doctors found out Ainsley Flynn had viral myocarditis, they leaped into action to save her. Now, Flynn is giving back.
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is exploring everything radiation treatment can treat, and the success has been life-changing for people.
The Pittsburgh Pirates beat Tampa Bay 5-1 on Friday to snap the Rays' six-game win streak.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
It's going to be a busy sports weekend in Pittsburgh and the NFL draft is right around the corner.
The Flyers and Penguins renew the Battle of Pennsylvania in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Here's the first-round series schedule.
The Pittsburgh native and ESPN personality and the Pennsylvania governor placed a friendly wager on the Penguins-Flyers series.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will stay open after it was sold to a nonprofit.
West Virginia resident Rebecca Michalski struggles with soaring electricity bills that exceed her income.
Dave Chappelle has helped secure the future of a small-town radio station by funding the renovation of a historic building in Yellow Springs.
Hundreds gathered Wednesday morning at the Live! Casino in Hempfield Township to open Mangia, a new market and eatery featuring authentic Italian cuisine from local favorite DeLallo.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
The trailer is out for the Pittsburgh-filmed "Hershey" biopic.
The Pitt star Noah Wyle is the newest name on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and the Pittsburgh-based show is a big reason why.
Dave Chappelle has helped secure the future of a small-town radio station by funding the renovation of a historic building in Yellow Springs.
Artists like Lady A, Nelly, The Avett Brothers and Third Eye Blind will headline a free concert series throughout Pennsylvania.
Pittsburgh’s tourism chief is looking to ease crowd size concerns ahead of the NFL draft. Reports about how big the crowd size could be at the draft have led some people to decide to stay home entirely. KDKA’s Ricky Sayer shares what’s being said to try to change their minds.
Pittsburgh’s tourism chief is looking to ease crowd size concerns ahead of the NFL draft. Reports about how big the crowd size could be at the draft have led some people to decide to stay home entirely. KDKA’s Ricky Sayer shares what’s being said to try to change their minds.
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast!
KDKA-TV's Rich Walsh and 93.7 The Fan's Paul Alexander discuss the sports topics of the day.
Heather has your popcorn plans for this weekend!
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.
