Chicago police have spent nearly $1.5 million on a social media monitoring software called Dunami since 2014, records show. The ACLU of Illinois has called on CPD to end its use of the "spying software."
Social Media
Feb 22, 2019 |
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, considered a front-runner in the race for Chicago mayor, has cut ties with Scott Cisek after he made a controversial post on Facebook.
Jan 16, 2019 |
A 19-year-old man from Elgin allegedly stole a cellphone belonging to an individual he met through an unidentified dating app.
Jan 8, 2019 |
After a year of security breaches, data privacy concerns and political intrusions, some Facebook users are pulling the plug. Should you?
Nov 21, 2018 |
The debate gained new urgency this week with the shooting death of Dr. Tamara O’Neal outside Mercy Hospital, as physicians argue shootings are a public health crisis that they must play a key role in trying to stem.
Nov 15, 2018 |
Gang violence in Chicago has been researched, debated and battled for years. What role might artificial intelligence play in preventing violence?
Aug 10, 2018 |
Norfolk Southern Railway is backing up from a controversial practice following backlash sparked by viral videos.
Aug 9, 2018 |
Once again, police are in the crosshairs due to social media posts that have gone viral. This time, videos show police using a so-called bait truck in Englewood.
Aug 8, 2018 |
Controversial conspiracy theorist Alex Jones has been banned by several social media platforms. Were they within their their rights, or is this censorship?
Jul 23, 2018 |
Next time you step outside to mentally recharge, leave your phone at your desk. A new study finds using electronics outdoors counteracts nature’s restorative properties.
Jul 17, 2018 |
From traditional smileys and beyond, emoji are ubiquitous in today’s culture. But just when are they appropriate for use in the workplace?
Jul 12, 2018 |
More fallout in the wake of a viral video that has resulted in hate crime charges and a police officer’s resignation.
Jul 10, 2018 |
A video shot in a Cook County forest preserve has caught fire on social media and is prompting blowback from county officials on both sides of the aisle.
Jun 27, 2018 |
Facebook denied an advertisement by Elmurst-based Citizen Advocacy Center for an event on data privacy, flagging the ad as "political content."
Jun 11, 2018 |
A Chicago nonprofit co-founded in 2012 by Che “Rhymefest” Smith and Kanye West has been rebranded. Rhymefest tells us what’s next for the organization formerly known as Donda’s House.
May 30, 2018 |
In response to Roseanne Barr’s racist tweet, the former senior advisor to President Barack Obama said, “We need to turn it into a teaching moment.”
