Rep. Mike Doyle Leads Committee To Take On Social Media Heavyweights Over Misinformation
A local congressman led a group of his colleagues in a bipartisan attack on the chief executives of three major social media companies.
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A local congressman led a group of his colleagues in a bipartisan attack on the chief executives of three major social media companies.
In a private Facebook group called the Pittsburgh Area Police Breakroom, many current and retired officers spent the year criticizing chiefs that took a knee or officers who marched with Black Lives Matter protesters, who they called "terrorists" or "thugs."
A West Virginia news publisher has filed an antitrust suit against Google and Facebook.
Internet users in the northeast U.S. reported widespread outages Tuesday.
"Should I delete Facebook?" was the most Googled "Should I" question in Pennsylvania last year.
A demonstration by supporters of President Donald Trump to protest his ban from the Twitter social media platform outside the company's San Francisco headquarters appeared to be a bust Monday morning.
The lawsuit claims that Facebook acquired competition through illegal and predatory manners and claims multiple violations of federal antitrust laws
Big corporations like Facebook, Amazon and Apple dominate our lives, but do they have our best intentions in mind? Sally Hubbard explains why monopolies are ruining our democracy and economy.
The pandemic, politics, and race relations have increased tensions around the country and that has changed the usage of social media among Americans.
Social media challenges are a growing trend to help pass the time at home, but the Better Business Bureau is telling people to stop doing them.
Facebook is teaming with Carnegie Mellon to gather symptom data on the coronavirus.
Ohio's first Facebook data center is now up and running, with more investment in the facility on the way.
A social media post in Elizabeth Township is going viral for spreading kindness during the holiday season.
If you're stealing money from a bank, it's probably not the best idea to brag about it on social media.
The holidays are supposed to be the most wonderful time of year until a scammer dampens your holiday spirit.
A groundbreaking has been held on Facebook's plan to expand broadband internet in West Virginia.
Facebook says a bug that inadvertently accesses a user's iPhone camera while they're scrolling through the News Feed will be fixed sometime today.
Costco has issued a warning to its customers about a scam coupon being shared again on social media.
State police in Butler County are investigating after a woman was scammed out of more than $1,000 on Facebook.
Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro along with 46 other Attorneys General have opened an investigation into Facebook.
For the past decade, "likes" have been the chief currency of Facebook. It's the way we've determined how many people think our babies are cute, believe our jokes are funny and recognize our new jobs are impressive.
Social media use has been linked to depression, especially in teenage girls.
Sixth-grader Ruben Martinez wants to hold up posters, pass out flyers and promote a challenge on Facebook he thinks will help his Texas community begin to heal from a devastating shooting that claimed the lives of 22 people and injured 24 others.
The woman accused of taunting the Greene County Sheriff's Office on Facebook is going to jail.
A Facebook event is gaining steam of people pledging to storm Area 51 in Nevada.
The first 10 names entering the Pittsburgh Walk of Fame could be announced as soon as next fall.
North Allegheny is now tied for the most state titles in a row in Pennsylvania history.
The Jewish Federation and police say more than 20 reports have been filed about the stickers being found.
The crash happened around 7:30 Monday evening.
The stadium could cost close to $25 million with the auditorium costing another $8 million.
The first 10 names entering the Pittsburgh Walk of Fame could be announced as soon as next fall.
North Allegheny is now tied for the most state titles in a row in Pennsylvania history.
The Jewish Federation and police say more than 20 reports have been filed about the stickers being found.
The crash happened around 7:30 Monday evening.
The stadium could cost close to $25 million with the auditorium costing another $8 million.
The order is a win for Dave McCormick and a loss for Bob Casey as the campaigns prepare for a statewide recount.
Mr. Biden has made addressing climate change a key part of his policy agenda.
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice appointed his wife to the state school board after winning a decisive U.S. Senate race against his Democratic opponent.
Pennsylvania's race for U.S. Senate has triggered an automatic recount.
Pennsylvania lawmakers are taking new steps to protect pets of domestic violence survivors.
A pizzeria in Pittsburgh's Oakland neighborhood was hit with a consumer alert.
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The latest economic data shows consumer prices rose slightly in October, which is impacting people's holiday budgets.
The scammer is directing people to a number claiming it will reactivate their EBT cards.
The Hershey Company recently announced the acquisition of the sour candy brand, Sour Strips.
Etiquette expert Liz Aquino was here to put our holiday manners to the test! Just in time for Thanksgiving, she challenged us on what's truly polite and what might need a little refining at the festive gatherings.
On today's Straight to the Point, we unveiled the surprising laws from the year 1621! The pilgrims had rules for everything and some were downright bizarre. This segment was sponsored by Edgar Snyder and Associates.
As the holidays approach, Katie is hitting all the right notes with a dazzling tour of homes. We got to see one today that is a Broadway-inspired symphony of splendor that's sure to leave you singing!
David and Heather got to enjoy some Burgatory today, more specifically, a Thanksgiving-themed burger and a Pumpkin Pie shake!
A Harlem Globetrotter entered the PTL studios! He was here to show us some moves and even put our skills to the test!
The Ambridge Area School District recently purchased a security system touted for its ability to detect guns and knives.
As tales of scammers swiping tickets from Ticketmaster accounts grow, there are simple yet effective ways to protect your tickets.
With gambling addiction on the rise, thousands of Pennsylvanians have opted to ban themselves from casinos and online sportsbooks.
Civil forfeiture is a legal process that allows law enforcement to seize property.
A West Mifflin woman said she feels duped after falling for a convincing weight loss gummy ad created by scammers using AI.
Pittsburgh EMS workers say they are understaffed and overstretched, racing from one call to the next.
The Kane Community Living Center in McKeesport is dealing with a COVID-19 outbreak.
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission issues urgent safety alert after ninth recall of adult bed rails in three years.
The 65-year-old actor and stand-up comedian, best known for portraying Joey Gladstone on "Full House," said he first noticed symptoms in October.
Consumer Reports applauds food giant's decision after less-than-expected demand for the meal kits from school districts.
North Allegheny is now tied for the most state titles in a row in Pennsylvania history.
People are calling and flocking to sports cards and memorabilia stores looking for the one-of-a-kind Paul Skenes card.
Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes was named the National League Rookie of the Year.
Pittsburgh turns its attention to another divisional foe, the Cleveland Browns, in Week 12.
The much-hyped fight pitting the 58-year-old Tyson against Paul, 27, shattered records but was marred by tech glitches.
Spirit Airlines announced that it has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and will attempt to reboot itself.
Giant Eagle has opened a new grocery store in Pittsburgh's Westwood neighborhood.
The latest economic data shows consumer prices rose slightly in October, which is impacting people's holiday budgets.
The $600 million project would redevelop fifteen acres of old industrial land along the Ohio River.
New numbers just published show whether small or big schools are growing the most in the Pittsburgh region.
The much-hyped fight pitting the 58-year-old Tyson against Paul, 27, shattered records but was marred by tech glitches.
With the release of part one of her new memoir, Cher talks about her relationship - on stage and off - with Sonny Bono, and why their TV partnership survived beyond their marriage.
Betty White will be honored with a stamp in 2025, the U.S. Postal Service announced on Friday.
The 46-year-old Houston native – whose name is Jason Head – was putting a gun away at his ranch when it "slipped out of the holster, hit the side of the jeep and discharged into his stomach area," his publicist said.
The band continues its touring schedule in 2025 and in August, they'll make a stop at PPG Paints Arena.
The crash happened around 7:30 on Monday evening.
Some board members and taxpayers are concerned over the proposed costs of the projects.
Police and the Jewish Federation say they've gathered more than 20 reports of the stickers being found.
A memorial was held to remember a 16-year-old boy who died in a crash last week in Beaver County.
KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani and 93.7 The Fan's Andrew Fillipponi discuss the sports topics of the day.
The Steelers beat the Ravens 18-16 at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh.
Firefighters battled a massive fire at Riley's Pour House, a popular Irish pub in Carnegie, on Thursday.
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump held rallies in Pittsburgh on the eve of Election Day.
No. 4 Ohio State went to State College and came away with a win.
Halloween 2024 was a smashing success for both Pittsburgh Today Live and Talk Pittsburgh. Team PTL celebrated with a classic monster theme while Talk Pittsburgh got in the ring with some real wrestlers. Here's a look at some of the fun!
