Some states are seeking to restrict TikTok. That doesn't mean their governors aren't using it
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro is a prolific poster, but legislation seeking to ban the app from state networks and devices could reach his desk soon. Researchers say using social media to connect with constituents has a long history.
3 retired Philadelphia detectives to stand trial in perjury case stemming from 2016 exoneration
Former detectives Martin Devlin, Manuel Santiago and Frank Jastrzembski, now in their 70s, hoped to have a judge dismiss the perjury case over mistakes made in the grand jury process. But Judge Lucretia Clemons denied the motion Friday and set trial for November.
Apple lays off more than 600 workers in California in its first major round of post-pandemic cuts
Apple is laying off more than 600 workers in California, marking the company’s first big wave of post-pandemic job cuts amid a broader wave of tech industry consolidation.
'Quit-Tok' goes viral among younger workers as job experts caution against public pronouncements
One young worker regrets shaming former employer on TikTok — 'the next day I felt like it was stupid.'
Philadelphia police officers honored after saving 4 people from burning Mayfair home
Eight heroes with the Philadelphia Police Department 15th District were honored for their heroic actions in a ceremony recognizing how they worked together to save four people from a rowhome on fire.
Philadelphia Police officers honored for saving people from burning Mayfair home
Eight heroes with the Philadelphia Police Department are being honored for saving the lives of four people, including a baby, from a burning home.
Apple apps reporting outages: What you need to know
The impacted apps included the App Store, Apple TV, Apple TV+ and Apple Music.
Amazon removing cashier-less 'Just Walk Out' technology from grocery stores
Amazon says it is replacing its "Just Walk Out" technology Dash Carts that enable shoppers to scan groceries, connect to online shopping lists, and complete their grocery checkout process.
Google to delete billions of 'Incognito' browsing data after lawsuit
Google has committed to deleting billions of records containing personal information gathered from over 136 million internet users in the United States who browse through its Chrome web browser.
Philly police leader attends meeting with families of murder victims: 'We've got to be better as a department'
“We've got to be better as a department” is what Philadelphia Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel said while attending a meeting with families of gun violence and murder victims to help create a better relationship with law enforcement in Philly.
TikTok food critic Keith Lee to return to Atlanta for 'Redemption Food Tour'
Atlanta is TikTok food critic Keith Lee's first stop on his 2024 'Redemption Food Tour' and he says he is bringing security.
Beyoncé’s 'Cowboy Carter' celebrated by Uber, Lyft with discounted rides
Beyoncé’s new album, “Act ll: Cowboy Carter," was released Friday, and Uber and Lyft are both offering limited-supply discount codes.
TikTok ban bill favored by slim majority of Americans, poll finds
The House passed a bill earlier this month requiring Chinese company ByteDance to sell the social media platform or face a ban.
Philadelphia police offering free wheel locks for Kia, Hyundai owners amid high targeted thefts
The Philadelphia Police Department are going old school to stop high-tech thieves who are targeting Hyundai and Kia vehicles. It’s all a part of their OWL, Operation Wheel Lock, initiative. Find out how you can get a free wheel lock.
Disney, Ron DeSantis reach settlement in lawsuit over Central Florida Tourism Oversight District
Allies of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Disney reached a settlement agreement Wednesday in a lawsuit over who controls Walt Disney World’s governing district.
Women being punched in NYC? Multiple TikTokkers recount random assaults
Several women have shared stories of being randomly punched in NYC. On Wednesday, a man was arrested in connection to reportedly assaulting one of the young women.
School District of Philadelphia, police announce new partnership to focus on trauma outside of school
The School District of Philadelphia and the Philadelphia Police Department are partnering for a new pilot program to help students who experience trauma outside of school thanks to a $1 million grant issued by the Bureau of Justice Assistance
TikTok ban bill faces Senate hurdles amid data privacy concerns
In Congress, the fate of a bill potentially banning TikTok on U.S. phones remains uncertain. While the House has passed such a bill, it faces hurdles in the Senate due to differing opinions on safeguarding user data from China's influence.
Justice Department sues Apple in antitrust suit over monopoly on smartphones
The Justice Department on Thursday announced a sweeping antitrust lawsuit against Apple, accusing the tech giant of engineering an illegal monopoly in smartphones that boxes out competitors and stifles innovation.
Starbucks sued by California residents who claim company discriminates against lactose-intolerant customers
A group of California residents have filed a lawsuit against Starbucks and claim the popular coffeehouse chain discriminates against lactose-intolerant customers.