TikTok sues Biden administration to block new law that could lead to U.S. ban
The lawsuit claims that the measure, signed into law by President Biden, is unconstitutional.
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The lawsuit claims that the measure, signed into law by President Biden, is unconstitutional.
There is a not-talked-about element of social media that you need to know. As you use it, it is listening and watching, which can be detrimental to how you feel about yourself.
There is a not-talked-about element of social media that you need to know. As you use it, it is listening and watching, which can be detrimental to how you feel about yourself. KDKA-TV's John Shumway has more.
Here to offer you some tips on this global day of unplugging your devices is the founder and president of Discover Organizing, Jill Yesko Diana!
The law would require children under 16 to get parental consent to use social media apps. It's being challenged in a lawsuit from a group representing major tech companies.
In videos posted online, users are seen deep-frying toothpicks and adding seasonings to them before eating them.
The WVU study found a few popular platforms can put some teens at higher risk for depression.
Host Heather Abraham and Mikey Hood are exploring the concept of love and the most important things in life with social media content creator David Shane.
As the conflict between Israel and Hamas grinds on, social media has become a front line in the battle over public opinion. Teens are getting caught in the middle.
Meta wants children and teens on Facebook and Instagram as long as possible so it can collect and sell their personal data, state prosecutors allege.
Dozens of US states, including California, New York, Arizona and Indiana are suing Meta Platforms Inc. for harming young people's mental health and contributing the youth mental health crisis by knowingly designing features on Instagram and Facebook that addict children to the platforms.
Are you getting more distracted by multitasking on top of multitasking? David Pogue tries to get answers from researchers and users of distractive technologies to find out how behavior, productivity and stress levels are affected.
Oct. 6 is National Influencer Day. PTL's Daisy Jade visits The COhatch to meet up with Sarah Weber, of The Pittsburgh Web, to find out more about The Cohort, which is bringing the area's social media influencers together.
On this Taste It Tuesday, we're trying the new mom hack on TikTok for McDonald's ice cream sundaes.
We all need those lazy days but if they become habitual, they're hazardous to our health.
PTL's Ron Smiley is showing off his technology knowledge to explain the changes going on with X, the social media site formerly known as Twitter, as well as new rivals - Threats and text postings on TikTok.
The child sent multiple texts to 911 with details about the hoax kidnapping, including a description of the fake suspect, authorities said.
Elon Musk says the rebranding will see Twitter evolving into payments, banking and commerce, to go along with messaging.
The lawsuit alleges Jefferson County Commissioner Steve Stolipher violated Christy Stadig's First Amendment rights when he blocked her.
The suit alleges that companies such as TikTok have caused mental health problems for students.
Dr. Vivek Murthy urged policymakers and tech companies to take "immediate action" to protect young people.
KDKA's John Shumway is here with the trend and reaction.
Montana's Republican Gov. Greg Gianforte signed the bill banning TikTok into law on Wednesday, but it's already being challenged in court.
The court sidestepped a ruling that could have limited the scope of a federal law known as Section 230 that serves as a powerful shield for internet companies.
Election administrators across the United States say they're concerned their offices will be targeted for fake Twitter accounts that'll confuse or mislead voters after the social media platform changed its long-standing verification service.
Rain showers are expected on Friday for the Pirates home opener, and flood watches will start on the weekend.
Seneca Valley is undefeated right now with hopes of winning it all this year.
The Allegheny County Health Department says that the restaurant located along East Warrington Avenue was cited for more than a dozen different violations during a recent inspection.
A 16-year-old student was found to have a vaping device in his bag, and Uniontown school police officers pepper-sprayed him after he refused to hand over his bag.
Robert Thomas scored a power-play goal in overtime and the St. Louis Blues tied a franchise record with their 11th consecutive win, 5-4 over the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Rain showers are expected on Friday for the Pirates home opener, and flood watches will start on the weekend.
The Pirates are set to play their first series at PNC Park after their first seven games were on the road.
Seneca Valley is undefeated right now with hopes of winning it all this year.
The annual KDKA Fish Fry Guide is back for Lent! Check our listings for a 2025 fish fry near you in Pittsburgh.
The Allegheny County Health Department says that the restaurant located along East Warrington Avenue was cited for more than a dozen different violations during a recent inspection.
With about six weeks to go until the mayoral primary in Pittsburgh, high school students took their questions to three of the candidates.
President Trump announced so-called reciprocal tariffs on imports from about 90 nations. Money and political analyst Jon Delano shares his perspective on what to expect.
The Senate confirmed Dr. Mehmet Oz is a party line 53-45 vote to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
As Pittsburgh's mayoral primary approaches, KDKA-TV has been alerted to some questionable contributions to Mayor Ed Gainey's campaign.
As Pittsburgh's May mayoral primary approaches, KDKA-TV has been alerted to some questionable contributions to Mayor Ed Gainey's campaign. There are concerns about city employees donating more than the allowed amount. Chris Hoffman reports.
The president announced sweeping global tariffs and that has many worried it could impact their wallets.
It was the cornerstone of his campaign, affordable housing, but Mayor Gainey's promise to grow units in the city has fallen short.
The sudden passing of Dr. Carl Medgaus has many patients scrambling, having paid thousands for treatments they'll never receive.
On April 3, new tariffs will hit cars coming into the U.S. from other countries.
At least 19 accounts were impacted after an 18-year-old man hacked into them in order to steal gas.
We'll be live on location Friday morning ahead of the Pittsburgh Pirates' home opener at PNC Park!
Sean Collier was back with a new edition of the PTL Weekend Guide!
She became one of the biggest pop stars on the planet at just 13 years old and on Thursday night, she brought two decades of hits to Stage AE. Daisy sat down with JoJo ahead of her concert in Pittsburgh.
Pamela Mysels from Fine Wine and Good Spirits joined us to share some spring sips that are less than $16 a bottle. This segment was sponsored by Fine Wine and Good Spirits.
We got to sit down with two local actors who were featured in Robert De Niro's latest film, "Alto Knights," Mark Tierno and Robert DiDonato.
Electronic card skimmers are a perfect match for color, texture and size and they only take seconds to snap into place.
Not everyone getting checks from Pennsylvania's rental rebate program is seeing the money, KDKA Investigates uncovered.
A Caliber Collision auto body shop is being built in Murrysville, but for one couple, it's right in their backyard.
An entire section of a home in Pittsburgh's Knoxville neighborhood has folded, bricks collapsing into the yard next door.
Gecko Robotics is one of the hottest tech companies around and it was founded here in Pittsburgh, but with a stagnant economy, it's only one of a few.
UPMC is among the many hospitals that have stopped or limited gender-affirming healthcare following an executive order from the president.
In a letter from the CEO, employees learned on Wednesday that the hospital would be closing at the end of June.
Around 170 staff were cut from the FDA's Office of Inspections and Investigations this week as part of wider cuts at U.S. health agencies.
One of the most successful types of transplants are when living donors give their own organs.
Two cases of measles have been confirmed within Pennsylvania.
The Pirates are set to play their first series at PNC Park after their first seven games were on the road.
Seneca Valley is undefeated right now with hopes of winning it all this year.
Robert Thomas scored a power-play goal in overtime and the St. Louis Blues tied a franchise record with their 11th consecutive win, 5-4 over the Pittsburgh Penguins.
The Pirates return to PNC Park on Friday, and the North Shore will be packed with fans.
The Pirates traded catcher Jason Delay to the Atlanta Braves in exchange for cash considerations.
The Pirates return to PNC Park on Friday, and the North Shore will be packed with fans.
The president announced sweeping global tariffs and that has many worried it could impact their wallets.
What was once Pennsylvania's biggest coal-fired power plant is being turned into a $10 billion natural gas-powered data center campus.
With more than a year before the draft comes to Pittsburgh, the NFL is looking to get small businesses in on the action.
Norfolk Southern wants two other companies to help pay for the $600 million class-action settlement it agreed to over its disastrous 2023 train derailment near the Ohio-Pennsylvania border and the toxic chemicals that were released and burned.
The global pop star will be at the Pavilion at Star Lake on July 26.
Comedian Will Ferrell stopped by Alla Famiglia Restaurant in Pittsburgh's Allentown neighborhood.
The only thing that flustered Paul Skenes on Wednesday was getting asked about his photo spread with girlfriend Livvy Dunne in GQ magazine.
Nintendo has announced a June 5 launch date for its latest gaming console, the Switch 2.
A unique talent, Val Kilmer was praised as an acting chameleon who took on varied and challenging roles, and the results were often memorable.
Get the latest weather forecast from KDKA First Alert Meteorologist Ron Smiley!
The Pirates and Yankees are facing off this afternoon for the Buccos' first home game of the season!
Senior ace Lexie Hames is on the right track to accomplish a dream she's had since she was a kid.
KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani discusses the sports topics of the day.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Ray Petelin’s forecast!
The crash happened early Friday morning along Park Way.
The annual Pittsburgh Home & Garden Show kicked off on Friday, March 7, 2025, at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. As is tradition, Pittsburgh Today Live kicked off the show with a live episode!
A school bus slammed into a tree in Butler County on Thursday morning, sending the driver and two students to the hospital.
KDKA-TV is sad to report that retired host and weather forecaster Jon Burnett died of complications from suspected CTE. He leaves behind an incredible legacy.
A fast-moving clipper system is proving Punxsutawney Phil correct this Sunday late afternoon/early evening with some freezing rain/drizzle and light wet snow making roads north of Route 422 and the Pennsylvania Turnpike slippery.
