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Instagram users under 16 won't be able to livestream or unblur nudity in direct messages they've received without parental approval.
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Instagram users under 16 won't be able to livestream or unblur nudity in direct messages they've received without parental approval.
Amazon has expressed interest in buying TikTok ahead of deadline for ByteDance to sell the social media app or face a U.S. ban.
A conference is bringing together the biggest names in the content creation game, from viral creators to social media stars.
We are starting something new on Talk Pittsburgh, and we want you to play along with us!
A law that could ban TikTok in the U.S. is set to take effect on Jan. 19. Here's what that would mean for users of the social media platform.
Meta is going to experience some major changes coming up. Jess Ghilani stopped by to share what those are and how to be prepared.
The CBS News Confirmed team shares tips you can use to tell fact from fiction online.
We talked TikTok on today's show and the potential ban of the app. Jess Ghilani joined us to share what that could mean for content creators on the app.
The "pill" inside pregnancy tests is not an emergency contraceptive, but a desiccant tablet meant to regulate moisture.
Bluesky has added millions of new subscribers in the last month as some users leave X. Here's what to know.
Bluesky reported one million new users after President-elect Trump tapped X owner Musk for his next administration.
Are you chronically online? Is your social media full of things you like and agree with? You might be in a "filter bubble." We discussed this online phenomenon with our social media expert, Dr. Jess Ghilani.
No matter who you voted for, election fallout has many voters still feeling a wide array of emotions.
Experts say fabricated headlines can mislead the public at a time when facts are crucial.
AI-generated images of celebrities endorsing political candidates are on the rise. Here's how to spot them.
Many local officials have taken to social media to push back on harmful misinformation about Hurricane Milton and Hurricane Helene.
Meta bills the new Instagram service as having built-in protections for teens that give parents peace of mind.
President Biden signed legislation that could ban TikTok into law in April, teeing up a countdown for the video-sharing app's sale.
How do you know if you're making your Instagram reel work for you? Jess Ghilani joined us to teach us a little social media 101 on today's show.
The Dubai Chocolate Bar is taking social media by storm. Sharmaine Stock, of Mainely Dipped, knows the secrets behind these sweet treats and she's in the kitchen to show us too.
The day after the shooting at a Trump rally in Pennsylvania, the internet saw a huge spike in calls for violence, and in particular an increase in calls for a modern-day civil war, researchers say.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's Archewell Foundation is launching a new initiative, the Parents' Network, to support parents whose children have been victimized by harmful online content, from social media bullying to suicide ideation.
Following a shooter's attempt to kill former President Trump, conspiracy theories, digitally altered images and misinformation spread across social media platforms.
The anti-sunscreen movement is spreading misinformation online, and some younger adults are questioning sun safety.
Surgeon General Vivek Murthy said that teens' mental health is facing an "emergency," and that social media is part of the problem.
Residents heading to the polls in West Virginia's primary election now must present a valid photo ID in order to vote.
A popular Washington County farm won't be offering pick-your-own peaches this year.
Allegheny Health Network is putting out a warning about a new social media trend.
A 5-month-old girl died after a reported drowning at a hotel in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, on Monday night, officials said.
The new policy will include any information dating back over the last few years.
Residents heading to the polls in West Virginia's primary election now must present a valid photo ID in order to vote.
A popular Washington County farm won't be offering pick-your-own peaches this year.
Allegheny Health Network is putting out a warning about a new social media trend.
A 5-month-old girl died after a reported drowning at a hotel in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, on Monday night, officials said.
The new policy will include any information dating back over the last few years.
Residents heading to the polls in West Virginia's primary election now must present a valid photo ID in order to vote.
The operator of the Dali, a container ship that lost power and slammed into Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge in 2024, killing six people, is facing federal charges.
President Trump nominated Mastriano, who ran for governor of Pennsylvania in 2022, to serve as ambassador to Slovakia.
Pennsylvania Supreme Court Justice David Wecht said he is leaving the Democratic Party, citing what he described as growing antisemitism in the party.
President Trump made the comments in a phone interview with CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes.
A popular Washington County farm won't be offering pick-your-own peaches this year.
Gas across the country continues to climb.
Two food items sold at Giant Eagle have been voluntarily recalled due to separate contamination risks.
Pennsylvania state lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are talking about suspending the gas tax for some relief.
If you're about to throw out all of those old documents while spring cleaning, there are some you should hold onto.
Dr. Lori is appraising more of your antiques and family heirlooms. The theme today is ceramics and pottery.
How do you throw a graduation party that everyone will be talking about? Here to help us serve up a crowd-pleasing appetizer, perfect for celebrating, is Chef Crystal Baldwin from Giant Eagle.
Daisy is taking us to Betsy Wentz Interior Design in Sewickley to talk with a few designers for inspiration we can all use!
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. We all know how easy it is for life to feel overwhelming and our moods to take a hit, but what if a few small changes could make a big difference?
PTL hosts Heather Abraham and Ron Smiley discuss Pittsburgh culture, trending news and social media, food, sports, and more. Plus, we’re trying the new strawberry Smiley Cookie from Eat'n Park!
It's been nearly eight years since Rachael DelTondo was shot and killed in the driveway of her parents' home in Aliquippa.
An artist in Pittsburgh said the Steel City clothing company used his artwork without his permission.
Alcosan's multi-billion-dollar construction project to clean up the rivers in southwestern Pennsylvania is already over budget.
Pennsylvania prisons now give suboxone to thousands of inmates, with thousands more on the waiting list.
After suffering roof damage from this year's brutal winter, a Pittsburgh family says their insurance company has left them with even bigger problems.
Allegheny Health Network is putting out a warning about a new social media trend.
Workers at Butler Memorial Hospital say they're ready to walk off the job if hospital management doesn't come to terms with them.
An American on the repatriation flight began showing symptoms of hantavirus and another "tested mildly PCR positive for the Andes virus," the Department of Health and Human Services says.
Mexican street corn-inspired trail mix made by Illinois food company was sold at Target and other retailers, as well as online.
A new report from Public Citizen identified several Pittsburgh-area hospitals that could be at risk of closing due to federal budget cuts.
Evgeni Malkin might get his wish to remain in Pittsburgh.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have reportedly signed kicker Chris Boswell to a four-year contract extension.
Jesús Rodríguez hit an RBI single in the 12th inning, and the Giants rallied from a pair of two-run deficits to beat the Pirates 7-6.
Nick Gonzales and Joey Bart each had four hits, Brandon Lowe drove in four runs and the Pittsburgh Pirates had a season-high 20 hits in a 13-3 victory over the San Francisco Giants on Saturday night.
A popular Washington County farm won't be offering pick-your-own peaches this year.
If you're about to throw out all of those old documents while spring cleaning, there are some you should hold onto.
The hole left behind by Spirit will hit businesses and rental companies within Arnold Palmer Regional Airport.
The bar served its final pints Sunday night after 43 years in Oakland, near the heart of Pitt's campus.
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport officials are confident they'll be able to replace Spirit Airlines after the airline shut down early Saturday morning.
Riverlife will reopen its free-to-access barge platform, Shore Thing, later this month.
Ten Carnegie Mellon University alumni have snagged nominations for Tony Awards.
A converted church in rural central Pennsylvania has become a place where musicians with Amish roots are coming to record music and make videos.
The newly announced tour will be at PPG Paints Arena for two nights in September.
Musgraves will perform at PPG Paints Arena on Tuesday, September 8.
Here's the biggest mistake buyers make on the car lot
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
First Alert Meteorologist Mary Ours has your weekly forecast.
Eleven-year-old Maxwell has written a book, built a YouTube following with millions of views, released original music and is now preparing for the Scripps National Spelling Bee after winning the western Pennsylvania title.
Heather Abraham and Mikey Hood talk about today's topics.
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.
