Facebook's New "Promote" Option Raising Concerns
"It's free and it always will be." That's the slogan you see when you log onto Facebook. But a new change is causing concerns about the way they do business.
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"It's free and it always will be." That's the slogan you see when you log onto Facebook. But a new change is causing concerns about the way they do business.
On Friday's edition of the KDKA NewsRadio, Bill Rehkopf talks with Alicia Kozakiewicz.
A man has been arrested after allegedly assaulting a teenage girl he met through Facebook.
Shortly after Klein Michael Thaxton took his hostage, he used his victim's iPhone and computer to turn to Facebook, posting, "i cant take it no more im done bro -- how this ends is up to yall bro."
It was billed "Campaign Coverage in the Time of Twitter," a discussion at Carnegie Mellon University on the growing role of social media and internet technology in news coverage of politics.
A man is facing charges after bringing a teenager to a hotel room after meeting her on the internet. The criminal complaint reads like a chapter out of the hit book "Fifty Shades of Grey."
It was an uplifting night here in our region and all over the world as thousands of red balloons were released into the sky for a very special boy. The Texas Roadhouse restaurant in Washington was one of hundreds of locations around the world to hold Ryan's Red Balloon Release Friday night.
With all the communicative access to current local, national, and global information, expecting the masses to settle for media headlines and sound bites is insulting to today's technologically-aware audience.
You can get all kinds of deals and plenty of freebies with very little effort on your part. There are more than 3 billion "likes" and comments on Facebook each day. Companies are hoping you like them and in return they are giving away all kinds of goods.
The Next moves from city to city, each one an iconic, sonic hot spot —Orlando, Baltimore, Dallas, Chicago, New York, and Los Angeles. Each episode, our four recurring Superstar Icons, Gloria Estefan, John Rich, Nelly, and Joe Jonas will drop in on the lives of four different Contestants — local musical heroes with not just a buzz on the scene, but rather a huge regional following of devoted fans.
Have you ever felt wronged and wanted to complain to a company? Well, complaining has gotten a whole lot easier thanks to social media.
An 18-year-old man is accused of having sex with a 13-year-old he met online. Police say the pair met on Facebook just a couple of days before Valentine's Day and used the holiday as a reason to meet up.
As millions of people get involved with social media, there are some new issues coming to light. The sites include Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr and more and the social media world continues to grow.
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.
Even though gas prices are dropping, wouldn't it be nice to fill up for free?
A man has been arrested for making a threat against police officers on Facebook. Police issued a BOLO for 26-year-old Kenneth Aquiline, a Marine from Penn Hills.
Problems with Facebook are on the rise, up 30 percent in the last year, according to a Consumer Reports National Research Center study.
It's the end of a social experiment. A class at Robert Morris has been out of touch with social media for 48 hours.
Rallies and demonstrations, both large and small, are being held in cities across the nation following the death of Trayvon Martin in Florida.
KDKA AM's Larry and John talk to labor attorney Doug Smith about the perils of what you put online and how it can jeopardize your career.
Hines Ward and his representatives were basically blindsided by an NFL Network report Friday night that stated the Pittsburgh Steelers were planning to release the 15-year veteran.
The idea of being "friends" on Facebook sounds innocent enough, especially to young children. But authorities in Beaver County jumped into action when someone recently got a bit too friendly with some kids.
If you were wondering about Hines Ward's retirement status – wonder no more. The wide receiver put a rest to the speculation on his Facebook page.
Investigators have reportedly taken a fourth suspect into custody in connection with a burglary at a local market earlier this month.
Actor Michael Keaton was roasted before receiving the 2026 Man of the Year by Harvard University's Hasty Pudding Theatricals.
The teen driver who was killed in a crash in Juniata County, Pennsylvania, while on a FaceTime call with a friend was identified as Charles Raffensberger III.
Junior Achievement of Western Pennsylvania has honored outstanding young people in the area through its "18 Under Eighteen" program.
An 18-year-old young man from Pittsburgh was killed and nine others were injured after a massive pileup on Interstate 79.
The Blairsville Underground Railroad Museum shares the stories of slavery, the Civil War, Reconstruction and beyond
Actor Michael Keaton was roasted before receiving the 2026 Man of the Year by Harvard University's Hasty Pudding Theatricals.
The teen driver who was killed in a crash in Juniata County, Pennsylvania, while on a FaceTime call with a friend was identified as Charles Raffensberger III.
Junior Achievement of Western Pennsylvania has honored outstanding young people in the area through its "18 Under Eighteen" program.
An 18-year-old young man from Pittsburgh was killed and nine others were injured after a massive pileup on Interstate 79.
The Blairsville Underground Railroad Museum shares the stories of slavery, the Civil War, Reconstruction and beyond
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
The bipartisan "Bell-to-Bell" bill bars students from using their phones any time they're in school, not just during instructional periods.
It was only a few months ago that Pennsylvania passed the 2025 budget several months late, and now the process begins for this year.
Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro delivered his fourth budget address at the State Capitol in Harrisburg, three months after last year's budget was passed by state lawmakers.
A federal judge on Monday blocked the Trump administration from revoking Temporary Protected Status for Haitians, granting a last-minute reprieve to 350,000 immigrants who were set to lose protections on Tuesday.
A woman and her husband are fighting for a $400 refund after they bought furniture from a Value City Furniture store.
It's the end of an era for a grocery store in Carrick.
A Pennsylvania couple says Kia wrongly denied a warranty claim after their car's engine failed at 80,000 miles.
Scams targeting utility customers are on the rise in Pennsylvania, the attorney general says.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
Daisy takes us live to learn more about 100.7 Star's Best Pizza in Pittsburgh competition.
We’re hearing from some of you! How did you meet? What is your love story?
Daisy shows us how to see our closet in a different way.
Some local pups will be in the game this year, and we’re meeting one from Animal Friends!
The band has a Pittsburgh connection, and we’re getting a performance live in the studio!
Residents of Millvale are trying to get back to normal after last weekend's major snowstorm.
Tracing the past of Shane Hennen and how his troubled life in Pittsburgh pointed to his future downfall.
People in Avella, Washington County, say they have no phone coverage.
Residents and leaders in Charleroi are concerned about the integrity of roads after a trench collapse last year and ongoing construction.
Patrick Vereb is accused of taking money from pet owners who believed their animals would receive dignified cremations.
Doctors said the drugs can help people lose unwanted pounds while retaining muscle.
Southwestern Pennsylvania's cold and snowy winter is taking its toll on more than just our roadways and walkways.
The Liberty-Clairton area is under a code orange air quality action day, according to the Pa. Dept. of Environmental Protection.
The cold weather and lingering snow affect more than just the roads and our cars, it affects our brains.
After the historic snowfall, dangerously low temperatures crept into the Pittsburgh region, bringing a hidden danger that can turn painful in seconds.
Prosecutors have dropped the most serious assault charge against Penn State hockey star Gavin McKenna.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
A person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that pitcher José Urquidy and the Pittsburgh Pirates have agreed to a $1.5 million, one-year contract.
Wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald headlines the five-player 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame class.
The Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Buffalo Sabres 5-2 on Thursday night in the final game for both teams before the Olympic break.
More than 140 employees at Nemacolin were informed they were being let go.
It's been about six years since the pandemic, and a lot of people working from home, but now companies are slowly calling them back to the office.
Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O'Connor on Tuesday announced a new initiative aimed at revitalizing neighborhood business districts across the city.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
It has been five years since the home improvement retailer Menards bought a large parcel of land off Route 30 in Westmoreland County.
Filming for the final season of "Mayor of Kingstown" is expected to take place between March and June.
Many Super Bowl 60 ads are already online, along with teasers for commercials that will be unveiled during the NFL championship on Feb. 8.
"Stick Season" singer Noah Kahan is coming to Pittsburgh this summer.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
Catherine O'Hara was best known for her comic performances in projects including "Home Alone," "Beetlejuice," and "Schitt's Creek."
KDKA-TV Sports' Cassidy Wood and the Post-Gazette's Jason Mackey discuss the sports topics of the day.
Chuck Dorgan was one of the 20-plus vehicles involved in the crash. He said the scariest moment wasn't when he crashed his truck. It was what happened after.
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Trey Fulbright's forecast!
For five years, Junior Achievement of Western Pennsylvania has honored outstanding young people in our area through its "18 Under 18" program.
The Blairsville Area Underground Railroad is an important mark in American history.
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.
