Keeping a safe eye on children using social media
Snapchat is set to roll out a new tool that will allow parents to see who their children are talking to on the app. Chris McKenna, the founder of Protect Young Eyes discusses safety features on Snapchat and other social media apps.
Texas mom slashes water bills in viral TikTok video
We’re all looking for ways to save money right now and FOX 26 Consumer Reporter heather Sullivan has some smart sense tips from a Texas mom who went viral on TikTok with her tips on how to lower your water bill.
Expert breaks down how to play safe with sex toys
After a woman went viral on TikTok for sharing a little too much information about getting a toy stuck inside of herself, we consult an expert on how to avoid experiencing a similar fate.
How social media is being used to recruit teens to help migrants illegally cross into Texas
There are more than 100 million monthly active users on TikTok in the U.S. and human smugglers are cashing in on that. Officials with the Texas DPS say children are being targeted to drive migrants across the state after leaving Mexico.
Houston area Father-son duo: Enky Boys share cancer diagnosis on TikTok
The father-son duo, Enky Boys, are used to performing for millions on camera but are now hoping to use their platform to share a serious message on colon cancer awareness.
'Slap a teacher' challenge could result in unexpected consequences
Educators are warning students that an October TikTok challenge can result in unexpected consequences.
REPORT: TikTok's algorithm is promoting sex, drug videos to children
Do you know what your children are watching on the video-sharing app TikTok. According to a recent report, TikTok's algorithm has been promoting videos of sex and drugs to minors. For more information, we turn to Alex Hammerstone, Director of Advisory Solutions for with TrustedSEC.
Texas teen uses TikTok to sabotage abortion tip line website
A Fort Bend Co. teen went online, used some sarcasm when telling her followers what to do to overwhelm the website and cause it to crash, which it did.
Texas woman warns TikTok after finding bluetooth tracker in her purse
A Texas woman has gone viral after taking to TikTok about how she found a Tile Bluetooth tracker in her purse. FOX 26 Houston speaks with a technology and safety expert to help break down this story.