A new study from Michigan State University is examining why consumers can be persuaded into purchasing decisions by AI influencers, even when they know they aren’t real.

Teens are heading back to school without the tools to spot fact from fiction

The viral trend is turning mundane moments into a lifestyle movement - but not everyone is convinced

Is X/Twitter down right now? Thousands of people are reporting an outage on Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026.

Instagram has a new map feature designed to connect users by sharing their locations, but there’s a way to check if yours is turned on or off.

Instagram just rolled out a new location-sharing map feature. Here's what to know about who can see your location, how to turn the feature on or off and more.

Exploring the evolving world of social media and its influence on society.

A survey reveals how different generations talk about money and where they get their financial advice from.

Content creation has become a brewing passion for people all over the world. However, to be successful it takes a lot more effort than just talking into your phone and putting it on the internet.

Friends of "Live In The D" weigh in

Popular social media influencer Rashad Mooreman, aka Mr. ChimeTime, shook up the Detroit food scene during his 2024 visit.

Roughly 570,000 people reported Facebook issues, while nearly 90,000 reported issues with Instagram at about the same time.

While a student at Harvard in 2003, Mark Zuckerberg developed what was then known as Facemash, an online platform intended to judge the attractiveness of students at the university.

A popular food critic has visited the cold city of Detroit to try out its local food scene and gems but was met with some backlash for his reviews.

There are concerns that social media platforms that stream seemingly endless short video clips could have an impact on cognitive brain development in young people.

There are concerns that social media platforms that stream seemingly endless short video clips could have an impact on cognitive brain development in young people.

Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) is a bi-partisan bill supporters say begins the process of putting controls on social media platforms for the content they peddle to minors and children.

Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) is a bi-partisan bill supporters say begins the process of putting controls on social media platforms for the content they peddle to minors and children.

Ever since Elon Must bought Twitter, millions of users have complained about.

Is there someone you follow on social media because they produce content about your hometown?

Ai Hacking Protection: Cyber Security Experts Are Changing How We Do Passwords

Calling all content creators! We want to meet you!

I’m very much aware that I have no control over the decisions social media apps and organizations make, but it would have been nice to know that a strange little AI bot was going to show up as a Snapchat friend.

While federal regulators weigh what to do about social media and kids, parents are already wrestling with a long list of concerns.

If you were using Facebook between 2007 and 2022, you could be eligible for payment from a massive class action lawsuit settlement.

If you were using Facebook between 2007 and 2022, you could be eligible for payment from a massive class action lawsuit settlement.

The “Benadryl challenge’ isn’t a new thing on social media, but it’s been recirculating in recent months, and it resulted in the death of a 13-year-old boy from Ohio.

A child psychiatrist at the University of Michigan explains the best methods to help young children and teens process traumatic events.

Romanian authorities have seized four more luxury vehicles for a total of 15 that have been seized in the investigation into Andrew Tate.

Romanian authorities say that divisive social media personality Andrew Tate has been arrested on charges of human trafficking and rape.

Having a car stolen is a major inconvenience for anyone, but a single parent who relies on that vehicle to see their kids and get to work can be life-changing.

The Klemmer family releases another Christmas rap video, keeping its viral tradition alive.

Ann Arbor Public Schools and law enforcement have lifted a school lockdown after investigating an alleged shooting threat at Huron High School.

The beloved Ann Arbor deli had its account hacked back in November by someone promoting financial and cryptocurrency service recommendations.

Zingerman's shares statement on hacked Instagram account.

Pioneer High School will be closed on Tuesday, officials said.

Former President Donald Trump is back on Twitter after being banned, and some celebrities are speaking out about it.

Local 4′s Karen Drew explains why most parents are completely unaware, until it’s too late.

A Clinton Township man was sentenced to 30 years in prison after coercing several minors into sending him sexually explicit photos.

Following in the footsteps of several very stupid and dangerous social media trends from over the years, a new one might just take the cake -- or the chicken.

You have to meet Jonathan and Ben Carlin, if you’re not familiar with them already.

A social media platform is working with the U.S. Department of Justice AMBER Alert system to help raise awareness of missing children more efficiently.

A teen was shot at close range when he arrived at the park to play a social media game, officials say.

A Lincoln Park man is facing charges after he exchanged several graphic, sexually explicit Snapchat messages, photos, and videos with a 15-year-old girl, according to officials.

EMU is engaging new students on short video platform TikTok.

Ann Arbor SPARK and EMU are offering 48 intern positions this summer.

Police are warning social media users not to take part in a new TikTok challenge that has been going viral and is putting people in danger.

Fans can soon welcome Zinn’s creations into their homes with the March 15 release of his new book, “Chance Encounters: Temporary Street Art.”

A settlement has been reached between Rochester Community Schools and a parent who accused the school board of getting her fired from her job over social media posts that were critical of the district’s pandemic response.

A settlement has been reached between Rochester Community Schools and a parent who accused the school board of getting her fired from her job over social media posts that were critical of the district’s pandemic response.

Green Life Lounge’s four locations first hit Detroit’s radar in 2019.Since arriving on police radars, owners Gregory and Racquel Cook were issued several emergency closure notices.

We’ve all been there: You’re trying to go to bed, but you can’t stop scrolling past the endless number of videos on TikTok.

The state of Michigan has joined a nationwide investigation into whether or not TikTok is harmful to younger residents.

Wheel of Fortune host Pat Sajak is defending the contestants who went viral for struggling to solve the final few letters of what many viewers considered to be a very common phrase.

At 25 years old, Dylan Lemay has turned himself into a star. He’s known for his amazing ice cream videos on popular social media app, TikTok.

Put the phone down: That’s the goal of bills that moved through the Michigan House on Tuesday.

The Oxford Community Schools superintendent issued a statement this week in an effort to "clarify" incidents that happened before the Nov. 30, 2021 mass shooting at Oxford High School.

Push yourself to enjoy the great outdoors this season with U-M's annual challenge.

U.S. officials are warning that international drug traffickers are going after children, especially teenagers, on social media in hopes of recruiting them.

In the wake of the Oxford High School shooting, teens across Metro Detroit are turning to TikTok to express their grief.

The mental health of young people scrolling through social media is in the national spotlight again.

Samantha Bush created the Instagram account @BravoHistorian on a whim, just looking for an outlet to share her opinions about all the ridiculous reality TV shows on the Bravo network.

It's has millions of views on social media, can it help making cooking a little easier?

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is joining a coalition of attorneys general from across the U.S. as they launch an investigation into the impact Instagram has on young people.

A photo has been shared that shows Chelsea High School football players making a racist gesture.

Here's what you need to know before heading to the polls on Tuesday.

With a click of a mouse or a swipe of a screen you can connect with businesses, family and old friends all over the world -- but with Facebook now under fire, it has people looking at social media differently.

There has been a rise in symptoms of Tourette’s recently -- mostly among teenage girls -- and the social media app might be to blame.

Are you quitting your job? Are you thinking about quitting your job?

Get ready for your photo op: A “selfie museum” is coming to Downtown Detroit.

We knew Victor Williams’ skateboarding story was gaining traction, but we didn’t know it would be seen by the most legendary skateboarder there is.

Singles in the city tell us where they find a potential date, some answers were surprising!

One local family recovered their stolen bike thanks to an observant neighbor.

Tik Tok can suck up hours of your day scrolling through endless videos!

Facebook, Instagram and What’s App are back up and running after a massive global outage Monday.

“They’re taking anything -- whether it be a soap dispenser or other item in the bathroom -- and then they take it home,” Krimmel said. “They video themselves with the item and post it on TikTok.”

A new report has found that Instagram can be toxic to teenagers.

Washtenaw County Prosecutor Eli Savit condemns new abortion ban in Texas.

When the FBI put pictures of who they only identified as AFO-128 up on its website, it asked for any information to put a name with a face.

If you’re into food and social media, chances are you’ve probably come across the Halal Food Junkie’s page on Instagram.

One of the latest crazes to hit social media has to do with chlorophyll. So what is it? In the words of nutrition and fitness expert Jody Trierweiler, chlorophyll is like the blood of plants and causes the green pigment in plants and vegetables.

Video is being shared on social media of a woman dancing on top of a Detroit police SUV.

You may not have heard of “doomscrolling,” but there’s a good chance you’re doing it -- and experts say it can take a toll on your mental health.

An Ann Arbor man is facing charges, accused of luring young girls on social media and coercing them into performing sexual acts when they met.

A case of an accidental email resulted in retaliation against an Auburn Hills boutique.

Hear from several athletic coaches at CUAA about what athletes should and shouldn't do during the recruitment process.

Hear from several athletic coaches at CUAA about what athletes should and shouldn't do during the recruitment process.

Participate in the Chalk Art Scavenger Hunt with David Zinn July 15-17.

If you’re going out with friends, going on a vacation, or want to capture a special moment with a photo, there are a few simple things to keep in mind to get that perfect picture.

One Macomb County girl did something special for her birthday to make a huge difference in the lives of countless pets.

Jonathan Pommerville has spent years publicly shaming illegal dumpers on Facebook but now he’s going to have to find a new tactic to curb illegal dumping.

Many members of a Livingston County community are outraged after photos of Brighton High School senior in Black Face have surfaced online.

A significant struggle among parents raising teenagers is not knowing what they’re doing on social media, or how they’re doing it.

Grow your brand by learning from these Instagram marketing courses

The FBI has released a public warning that creating or buying a fake vaccination card is illegal.

Ann Arbor councilman Jeff Hayner (D-Ward 1) has been stripped of all Council committees through the end of the year.

We do not live in a world of hate -- but these days, it certainly feels that way.

EMU is accepting applications for 48 paid summer intern positions.

DETROIT – A total of 12 Attorneys General penned a letter calling on social media to remove anti-vaccine content. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is among them and was on CNN recently voicing concern about the misinformation posted about vaccines online. The call to end misinformation comes as an alarming number of Michiganders say they will not be getting the vaccine. “A decade ago, the journey to the COVID vaccine began building upon research on other coronaviruses,” read an ad aimed at encouraging people to get the vaccine. The state has started new campaigns to help educate those with doubts or concerns about the vaccine.

For Women’s History Month Live in the D has been highlighting Boss Ladies who are breaking the glass ceiling and supporting others as they climb to the top. Today’s ‘Boss Lady’ is in the business of helping your business grow and sustain a brand and social media presence. She uses Youtube to teach others how to grow their followers on social media and use video storytelling. This will help you stay on task and end your day knowing you crossed the important things of your list. To learn more about Erin on Demand, watch the video above.