'AGT' singer Nightbirde dies after cancer battle: report
OHIO (WJW) – Musician Jane Marczewski, who performed under the name Nightbirde and captured hearts around the world amidst her courageous battle with cancer, has died, according to TMZ. Marczewski, of...
View ArticlePBS Kids show ‘Arthur’ comes to an end after 25 seasons
(WFLA) - The iconic children’s show “Arthur,” which airs on PBS Kids, came to an end on Monday after 25 seasons. Screenwriter Kathy Waugh first revealed that PBS Kids planned to bring the iconic...
View ArticleDave Grohl talks new Foo Fighters movie 'Studio 666'
CHICAGO — One of the world's most popular rock and roll bands is about to release a movie. Dave Grohl and the Foo Fighters have 12 Grammy awards. They are Rock and Roll Hall of Famers. And now,...
View ArticlePregnant wife of Sam Hunt files for divorce, claims country star 'guilty of...
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) – Hannah Lee Fowler, wife of Sam Hunt, has filed for divorce due to “irreconcilable differences" with the country singer. Fowler, who is pregnant with the couple’s first child,...
View ArticleDean’s Home Video: A Madea Homecoming, No Exit, Last Week Tonight
Wednesday is when we see what's new in home video and streaming with WGN's Dean Richards. This week, it's led off by an old friend.
View ArticleFull List: 2022 James Beard Awards Restaurant and Chef Semifinalists
Just like restaurants are beginning to come back after the pandemic, so are the awards for the best restaurants in America. For the first time in two years, the annual James Beard Award Foundation...
View Article'Green Mile' star David Morse talks movie as film gets 4K release
CHICAGO — On my Dean's List/A-List Interview today, one of the stars of the classic film "The Green Mile." The four-time Oscar nominated prison drama starred Tom Hanks, Chicago's own Michael Clark...
View ArticleDean talks to Garth Brooks as he gets ready to perform at Notre Dame
CHICAGO — We've got a very special super-A List Interview for you today from the man who sold out Notre Dame Stadium three and a half years ago — country superstar Garth Brooks.When he played Notre...
View ArticleSlain cinematographer’s husband angry Baldwin deflects blame
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The husband of a cinematographer shot and killed on the set of the film “Rust” says it’s “absurd” that Alec Baldwin believes he’s not to blame for the shooting and he was “so angry”...
View ArticleDean's Reviews: Studio 666, Cyrano, The Godfather returns to theaters
Dean's Reviews: 'Studio 666,' 'Cyrano,' "The Godfather' returns to theaters. Love WGN Morning News? We love you, too. Let's connect. Never miss a moment. Sign up for WGN Morning News newsletters and...
View ArticleKim Kardashian asks court to move forward on divorce with Ye
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kim Kardashian has asked a court to ignore Ye’s attempts to slow down their divorce and end their marriage as soon as possible. She filed documents in Los Angeles Superior Court...
View ArticleRyan Reynolds, Blake Lively matching up to $1M in donations to help displaced...
(NEXSTAR) - Actors Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively have pledged to match every donation to the United Nations Refugee Agency, up to $1 million, as thousands of Ukrainians are being forced from their...
View Article'CODA' takes top honors at SAG Awards, Will Smith wins
In an upset, the deaf family drama “CODA” took top honors at an unpredictable and history-making 28th Screen Actors Guild Awards that also saw wins for the leads of “Squid Game," the cast of “Ted...
View ArticleStars of 'Roots' remember the series on 45th anniversary
WGN's Dean Richards interviews the stars of "Roots" on the series 45th anniversary.
View Article'The Batman' stars share how they're making Batman, Catwoman their own
CHICAGO — Several movie studios have announced Tuesday morning that they will not be releasing their films in Russia because of the invasion of Ukraine. That includes Warner Bros. who said they are...
View ArticleFormer UFC champ, WWE star arrested on attempted murder charge
SAN JOSE, Calif. (WKBN) - One of the most accomplished MMA heavyweight fighters in history is in custody after his alleged involvement in a California shooting. Cain Velasquez was arrested Monday...
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Rick Harrison of 'Pawn Stars' sued by 81-year-old mom
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Rick Harrison might have to negotiate a deal — this time, with his 81-year-old mom. The "Pawn Stars" ring-leader has been sued by his mother, Joanne Harrison, who claims she has...
View ArticleDean's Home Video: Joe vs. Carole, Star Trek: Picard, Weekend Away
If you got hooked into the "Tiger King" series a couple of years ago, you might be interested in Dean Richards' first pick on this week's home video and streaming report. Love WGN Morning News? We...
View Article'The Batman' villains talk makeup process, what it means to play these...
CHICAGO — The big release of the week is the long awaited "The Batman."The movie is a whole new take on the 83-year-old franchise. This time, it stars former "Twilight" star Robert Pattinson with a...
View ArticleAMC charging more for 'The Batman' tickets: Here's how much you can expect to...
(NEXSTAR) — Batman’s Batsuits and Batarangs aren’t going to pay for themselves. Adam Aron, the CEO of AMC Entertainment, has confirmed that ticket prices for “The Batman” will cost more than those for...
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