| Source | NBC Local |
|---|---|
| Original Load Date | Aug. 26, 2026, 5:01 p.m. |
| Last Updated | Aug. 26, 2026, 5:01 p.m. |
| Original URL | https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/illinois-is-getting-a-piece-of-metas-proposed-17b-settlement-wheres-the-money-going/3980812/ |
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Meta has agreed to one of the largest court settlements in American history at
$17 billion dollars, stemming from a lawsuit brought on by 29 states.
The lawsuit alleged the parent company of Facebook and Instagram designed its
platforms to exploit young users. If the settlement agreement is approve...