Dean's Weekend Picks: Halsey, Santana, ZZ Top, 'My Fair Lady,' Chosen Few...
From music to the stage to comedy and summer festivals, it's another busy summer weekend in Chicagoland! WGN's Dean Richards has his picks for what to see and do. Get Dean's reviews and A-List...
View ArticleLegendary TV director James Burrow on what it takes to make an iconic sitcom
“Friends,” “Cheers,” “Taxi,” there are few people in this world with the resume that comes anywhere close to James Burrows. He's directed some of the greatest television shows of all time. The new...
View ArticleDave Coulier returns to television with new series on Pure Flix
You may know Dave Coulier best from his role as Uncle Joey on the classic series, "Full House" and more recently, "Fuller House." Now the veteran comedian is returning to TV, with a new show...
View ArticleLindsay Lohan celebrates birthday as married woman
NEW YORK (AP) — Actress Lindsay Lohan is celebrating her 36th birthday on Saturday as a married woman. The “Freaky Friday” star said she was the “luckiest woman in the world” in an Instagram post...
View ArticleDean makes his picks for Independence Day flicks
WGN's Dean Richards makes his picks for Independence Day inspired movies to watch this holiday weekend. Get Dean's reviews and A-List interviews delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for Dean's...
View ArticleRicky Martin faces restraining order in Puerto Rico
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — A judge has issued a restraining order against Puerto Rican superstar Ricky Martin, police said Saturday. Police said Saturday that a judge had issued the order against...
View ArticleStars of 'Marcel the Shell with Shoes On' talk new film
CHICAGO — The stars behind the voices in the new movie, "Marcel the Shell with Shoes On” talked to WGN’s Dean Richards about the film. It's the story of a 1-inch-tall shell and his colorful life with...
View ArticleActress Rachel Brosnahan, Singer Richard Marx react to mass shooting in...
HIGHLAND PARK, Ill. — Some celebrities are reacting to the devastating news of a mass shooting during a Fourth of July parade in their hometown Highland Park. Police said the gunman who attacked the...
View ArticleGuitarist Carlos Santana collapses during performance in Michigan
CLARKSTON, Mich. -- Legendary guitarist Carlos Santana collapsed on stage Tuesday night during a concert in Michigan due to heat exhaustion and dehydration, the artist's team announced. Santana was...
View ArticleStars of 'Thor: Love and Thunder' talk new Marvel movie
CHICAGO — On the Dean's List/A-List Interview, the stars of the upcoming marvel adventure, "Thor: Love and Thunder." Chris Hemsworth returns as the mighty god of thunder taking on Christian Bale as...
View Article'Stranger Things' star Jamie Campbell Bower breaks down Vecna's makeup,...
CHICAGO — On the Dean’s List/A-List Interview, one of the stars of the hit Netflix series talked about his intense makeup and costume process. The second half of “Stranger Things” Season 4 was just...
View ArticleDean shares recipe for 3 asparagus appetizers on the grill
Dean Richards shares his recipes for three asparagus appetizers on the grill: Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus, Beef Wrapped Asparagus and Asparagus-Prosciutto Pizza. Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus...
View ArticleDean's Home Videos: Black Bird, The Longest Night, Maggie
Even though everyone is only watching "Stranger Things," there are some other new things on home video this week. Here’s WGN Dean Richards’ Wednesday streaming report.
View ArticleActress Marsai Martin on what's next for the Black-ish star and new project...
Marsai Martin spent 8 seasons as Diane Johnson from the hit show "Black'ish." Now she's moving on to new projects in business and media. One of the partnerships she's most proud of is with...
View ArticleRavinia cancels concerts through Sunday following mass shooting in Highland Park
HIGHLAND PARK, Ill. — Ravinia Festival in Highland Park has canceled and postponed all concerts and events through Sunday following the mass shooting at an Independence Day parade Monday. The outdoor...
View ArticleFormer 'Cheer' star, Naperville resident Jerry Harris sentenced to 12 years...
CHICAGO — Former "Cheer" star and Naperville resident Jerry Harris has been sentenced to 12 years in his federal child porn case. Additionally, the 21-year-old is facing eight years of supervised...
View ArticleDean talks to stars of Apple TV+ series 'Black Bird'
CHICAGO — On the Dean's List/A-List interview for today, the stars of the new Apply TV+ series "Black Bird." In the show, Taron Edgerton, who played Elton John in the biopic "Rocketman,” is a...
View ArticleWhat we know about Brad Pitt's 'face-blindness' condition
(NewsNation) — Actor Brad Pitt says he suffers from a rare "face-blindness" condition called prosopagnosia, which impacts his ability to recognize people. However, Pitt has never been officially...
View Article'Godfather' actor James Caan reported dead
(NEXSTAR) – Oscar and Emmy-nominated James Caan has died, according to a post on his official Twitter page. "It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Jimmy on the evening of July...
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Husband of 'One Tree Hill' actress killed in lightning strike off North...
NEW HANOVER COUNTY, N.C. (WBTW) -- The husband of "One Tree Hill" actress Bevin Prince was killed Sunday in a lightning strike off the North Carolina coast, according to officials. FILE - Actress...
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