Mark Zuckerberg, Jason Citron more tech CEOs make opening remarks at child safety hearing
Big tech chief executives, including Discord’s Jason Citron, Meta’s Mark Zuckerberg, Snapchat’s Evan Spiegel, TikTok’s Shou Chew and X’s Linda Yaccarino, are testifying Wednesday in front of the Senate Judiciary Committee on their child safety policies.
Why the Federal Reserve is holding interest rates steady
The Federal Reserve Board announced it will not change interest rates for now as it eyes how to lower inflation without running the risk of entering a recession. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger looks at the Fed’s decision and the upcoming cues to look out for in the economy.
This St. Louis area bakery ranks second in Yelp’s ‘Top 100 croissants’ list
KIRKWOOD, Mo. – Croissants are a delightful indulgence at almost any time of day with their flaky texture and buttery layers. One St. Louis County bakery nearly took a title for having the best croissants nationwide. Yelp recently released its “Top 100 croissants” list in anticipation of National Croissant Day earlier this week. The list […]
Iron County sheriff resigns before start of civil trial over ‘street gang’ activities
IRONTON, Mo. – Iron County Sheriff Jeff Burkett resigned Wednesday just before the start of a civil trial to remove him from office over accusations he and two deputies helped a man in a parental kidnapping plot. Burkett and deputies Chase Bresnahan and Matthew Cozard are accused of aiding Donald Gaston to allegedly kidnap his children […]
Deadly crash on I-70 near Wentzville; backups for eastbound traffic
ST. CHARLES COUNTY, Mo. – The Missouri State Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash Wednesday afternoon on Interstate 70 near Wentzville. The crash happened in the eastbound lanes of I-70 just past Route A. Traffic is backed up several miles as crews worked to clear the scene. Some drivers are being diverted near Route […]
Lindsey Graham says Mark Zuckerberg has blood on his hands, calls social media dangerous
GOP Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina told Mark Zuckerberg he had blood on his hands and that social media platforms are “killing people” during a Senate hearing where the Meta CEO and other tech executives are testifying about child safety. Graham went on to call for the repeal of Section 230.
Mark Zuckerberg apologizes to families of social media victims at Senate hearing
In a dramatic moment on Capitol Hill, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, at Sen. Josh Hawley’s urging, stood up and apologized to the family members of children who had been harmed by social media. Zuckerberg is testifying before a Senate panel with the CEOs of other social media platforms about child exploitation and safety.
The 5 best wireless earbuds for 2024
We’ve done the testing and rounded up the very best wireless earbuds that you can use with your mobile device or computer.
Register for FOX 2’s 2024 ‘Fish Fry Finder’
Our “Fish Fry Finder” is an easy way to find a new place for dinner during Lent. Our directory lists fish fries around the St. Louis region. Viewers check the map regularly to find a new dining location. Your church, group, or organization is welcome to sign up for our directory. Fill out the form […]
Do you need earthquake insurance if you live in Missouri or Illinois?
ST. LOUIS – The United States experiences around 20,000 earthquakes annually. More often than not, they go unnoticed. However, experts warn that the nation could see around 16 “major” earthquakes in any given year. The U.S. Geological Survey defines a “major earthquake” as any seismic activity with a magnitude 7 rating or greater. The agency […]
