Midday Fix: "Brigadoon" at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts
Sasha Gerritson, Director Sarah Obert, Performer Conor Jordan, Performer Music Theater Works presents LERNER & LOEWE’S BRIGADOON NOW PLAYING THROUGH NOV. 12 North Shore Center for the...
View ArticleThe Eagles announce second farewell show at United Center due to high demand
CHICAGO — Fans worried about missing their chance to see The Eagles in Chicago one last time can 'Take It Easy.' Due to high demand, The Eagles have added a second show in Chicago as part of their...
View ArticleMatthew Perry Foundation established for late 'Friends' actor to help people...
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Less than a week after his death, a foundation has been established in the name of Matthew Perry to help people dealing with addiction. “In the spirit of Matthew Perry’s enduring...
View ArticleNew Kids On The Block coming back to Chicago for a 'Magic Summer'
CHICAGO -- Joey, Jonathan, Jordan, Danny, and Donnie will be heading back to the Windy City this summer! New Kids On The Block, along with Paula Abdul and DJ Jazzy Jeff, will bring their "Magic Summer...
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Memphis pastor who was on 'American Idol,''The Voice' charged with identity...
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WREG) — A well-known Tennessee pastor who appeared on singing competitions "American Idol" and "The Voice" was arrested and charged with identity theft. Pastor Steven Flockhart of 901...
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Robert De Niro lashes out at former assistant who sued him: 'Shame on you!'
NEW YORK (AP) — Actor Robert De Niro shouted “Shame on you!” as he testified Tuesday in a New York courtroom, directing the comments toward his former executive assistant and vice president who seeks...
View ArticleHenry Winkler celebrates 50 years in Hollywood on Weekend Morning News
Henry Winkler joins WGN Weekend Morning News to celebrate his 50 years in Hollywood and share more about his new book.
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Rewatching 'Gilmore Girls' for fall? Here's why it's the perfect autumn show
(NEXSTAR) — "Fall is for Gilmore Girls." In case you didn't know, the internet says there's one signature show to rewatch come autumn and it's the hit 2000s comedy-drama "Gilmore Girls." But did you...
View ArticleVictory Auto Wreckers to close this month
CHICAGO — A legendary Chicago area business has announced it is closing its doors forever. Victory Auto Wreckers' owner Kyle Weisner told Dean Richards during an interview on WGN Radio Sunday that the...
View Article'80s icon Boy George is returning to Broadway in 'Moulin Rouge! The Musical'
NEW YORK (AP) — Boy George — the Culture Club icon of the 1980s — is returning to Broadway in “Moulin Rouge! The Musical.” The singer-songwriter whose hits include “Karma Chameleon” and “Do You Really...
View ArticleBarbra Streisand says she called Tim Cook about Siri mispronouncing her name
(The Hill) -- Barbra Streisand says after discovering that the iPhone’s Siri was mispronouncing her name, she went straight to the top with her concerns. “I said my name isn’t with a ‘z’ — it’s...
View Article'Doc' Antle from 'Tiger King' pleads guilty to wildlife trafficking, money...
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WBTW) – Myrtle Beach Safari owner Bhagavan “Doc” Antle pleaded guilty Monday morning to federal conspiracy and money laundering charges, according to the U.S. Justice Department....
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Evan Ellingson, who appeared on 'CSI: Miami' and '24,' dies at 35
(NEXSTAR) – Evan Ellingson, a former actor who most recently appeared alongside David Caruso on “CSI: Miami,” has died at the age of 35, according to authorities in California’s San Bernardino County....
View ArticleIron Maiden heading back to Chicago next fall
CHICAGO -- One of the biggest bands in heavy metal for the past four decades will return to the Windy City for yet another legendary performance. Iron Maiden will bring their "The Future Past World...
View ArticleJay Leno talks about his approach to comedy ahead of his tour stop in Indiana
For 22 years, Jay Leno put America to bed with his monologue, interviews and musical guests. He recently spoke to WGN’s Dean Richards about his stand up and approach to comedy. This coming weekend,...
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Is 'The Simpsons' planning to drop a long-running gag?
(KTLA/NEXSTAR) – Is Homer Simpson finally seeing the error of his ways? Fans of “The Simpsons” are debating whether a recent episode of the animated sitcom had hinted at the end of a long-running gag...
View ArticleNetflix price hikes are coming: Here's when, and how much you'll owe
(NEXSTAR) — In what feels like an annual trend, Netflix is getting more expensive. Last month, the streaming giant told shareholders it would be raising prices on some of its subscription plans. At...
View ArticleGannett hires Taylor Swift reporter
*Video of previous Taylor Swift coverage. (The Hill) -- Gannett, the parent company of USA Today and local media outlet The Tennessean, announced it has hired a reporter to cover pop megastar Taylor...
View ArticleDean Richards gets a sneak peek of the new BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical
BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical Starring: Jasmine Amy Rogers as Betty Boop Ainsley Anthony Melham, Erich Bergen, Stephen DeRosa, Angelica Hale, Anastacia McCleskey and Faith Prince With music by David...
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WWE NXT is moving to the CW Network in 2024
(KTLA) -- The WWE announced that its television program NXT is headed to the CW Network in October 2024 as part of a new five-year deal. NXT is one of WWE's most important weekly properties and...
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