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TikTok reaches $400 million settlement with US Justice Department over children's privacy
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TikTok reaches $400 million settlement with US Justice Department over children's privacy

  • By BARBARA ORTUTAY - AP Technology Writer
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TikTok has reached a $400 million settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice, ending a 2024 lawsuit alleging the company violated federal children’s privacy laws. The DOJ said Friday that TikTok will pay $300 million immediately and another $100 million after an order vacates an earlier consent decree against its predecessor company, Musical.ly. Since the DOJ’s lawsuit in 2024, TikTok has undergone major changes, most notably in the ownership structure of its U.S. arm. In January, the social video platform company signed agreements with major investors including Oracle, Silver Lake and the Emirati investment firm MGX to form the new TikTok U.S. joint venture.

8th grader organizes 2nd annual holiday 5K run for C.A.L.L food pantry
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8th grader organizes 2nd annual holiday 5K run for C.A.L.L food pantry

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 One young boy is giving back to the community one step at a time. A middle school boy in the Silver Lake neighborhood in Celina has organized his second 5K fundraiser, and this year his goals are set even higher. Griffin Luebke is an 8th grade student st. Mary’s with high ambition. Not only does he enjoy staying active, but he also likes giving back. And he has managed to get the whole community involved with him. Friends, teachers, family, and neighbors all showed up ready to race at the starting line in front of his home.