Chicago Sinfonietta honors trailblazing surgeon in MLK tribute concert
The Chicago Sinfonietta’s annual Martin Luther King Jr. tribute concert embraces the theme “Open Heart,” honoring a historic Chicago surgeon while blending music, community service, and a broader vision of what a symphony can be.
The Chicago Sinfonietta’s annual Martin Luther King Jr. tribute concert embraces the theme “Open Heart,” honoring a historic Chicago surgeon while blending music, community service, and a broader vision of what a symphony can be.
Colleen Hoover reveals cancer diagnosis
Colleen Hoover, the famed author behind "It Ends With Us" and "Verity," revealed she has been diagnosed with cancer and has been receiving radiation treatment.
Colleen Hoover, the famed author behind "It Ends With Us" and "Verity," revealed she has been diagnosed with cancer and has been receiving radiation treatment.
Rapper Boosie Badazz sentenced for gun possession, avoids jail time
The entertainer’s sentence was linked to his arrest in California in 2023.
The entertainer’s sentence was linked to his arrest in California in 2023.
‘Members Only: Palm Beach’ cast member talks Netflix hit | ChicagoNOW
As the new Netflix reality series gains attention, cast member Taja Abitbol joins us to talk about filming the show and the dynamics among the cast.
As the new Netflix reality series gains attention, cast member Taja Abitbol joins us to talk about filming the show and the dynamics among the cast.
Winnetka Music Festival announces 10th anniversary lineup | ChicagoNOW
Organizers unveil the lineup for the 10th annual Winnetka Music Festival, featuring headliners Father John Misty and Trombone Shorty.
Organizers unveil the lineup for the 10th annual Winnetka Music Festival, featuring headliners Father John Misty and Trombone Shorty.
Golden Globes wrap up with wins, surprises and standout moments | ChicagoNOW
The Golden Globes handed out top honors during Sunday night’s ceremony. Extra TV’s Mona Kosar Abdi joins us with highlights, surprise wins and behind-the-scenes moments from inside the event.
The Golden Globes handed out top honors during Sunday night’s ceremony. Extra TV’s Mona Kosar Abdi joins us with highlights, surprise wins and behind-the-scenes moments from inside the event.
Grammy-nominated singer Maysa celebrates 'Milestones' with live performance
Soul-jazz artist Maysa joins us after her Chicago show to explain the meaning behind "Milestones," reflect on her current tour and deliver a special live performance.
Soul-jazz artist Maysa joins us after her Chicago show to explain the meaning behind "Milestones," reflect on her current tour and deliver a special live performance.
Chicago talent takes the spotlight in new TV series “Sunday Evenings”
The creator and stars of the Chicago-made TV series “Sunday Evenings” join us to talk about the show’s storytelling, emotional depth and how the city itself shapes the characters and narrative.
The creator and stars of the Chicago-made TV series “Sunday Evenings” join us to talk about the show’s storytelling, emotional depth and how the city itself shapes the characters and narrative.
'Fairly OddParents' composer Guy Moon dies in car crash in Los Angeles: TMZ
Music composer Guy Moon – the man behind "The Fairly OddParents" theme song – has died in a car crash.
Music composer Guy Moon – the man behind "The Fairly OddParents" theme song – has died in a car crash.
Yeison Jiménez, Colombian music star, dies at 34 in plane crash
Colombian music star Yeison Jiménez has died at age 34 after a plane crash in central Colombia that killed all six people on board.
Colombian music star Yeison Jiménez has died at age 34 after a plane crash in central Colombia that killed all six people on board.
Actor T.K. Carter, known for 'The Thing' and 'Punky Brewster,' dies at 69
Actor T.K. Carter, who had a recurring role in “Punky Brewster” and also appeared in “The Thing,” has died.
Actor T.K. Carter, who had a recurring role in “Punky Brewster” and also appeared in “The Thing,” has died.
Grateful Dead’s Bob Weir dead at 78
Grateful Dead founding member Bob Weir has died, his family shared on social media.
Grateful Dead founding member Bob Weir has died, his family shared on social media.
Former Disney actor Matt Prokop arrested in Texas on child pornography, assault charges
Former child actor Matt Prokop, best known for his role in Disney’s High School Musical 3, was arrested in Texas on Dec. 24 and faces multiple charges.
Former child actor Matt Prokop, best known for his role in Disney’s High School Musical 3, was arrested in Texas on Dec. 24 and faces multiple charges.
Superman comic once stolen from Nicolas Cage sells for record $15M
The comic sold for 10 cents when it came out in 1938.
The comic sold for 10 cents when it came out in 1938.
'West Wing' actor Timothy Busfield accused of child sex abuse
Actor Timothy Busfield is accused of inappropriately touching a young boy multiple times on the set of “The Cleaning Lady.”
Actor Timothy Busfield is accused of inappropriately touching a young boy multiple times on the set of “The Cleaning Lady.”
Trial in the Delta: The Murder of Emmett Till | ChicagoNOW
Collaboraction Theatre Company is thrilled to announce its inaugural production at Chicago’s newest live theater space, Collaboraction’s new House of Belonging in Humboldt Park. Trial in the Delta: The Murder of Emmett Till, the company’s award-winning live docudrama, will return in its most fully realized form yet.
Collaboraction Theatre Company is thrilled to announce its inaugural production at Chicago’s newest live theater space, Collaboraction’s new House of Belonging in Humboldt Park. Trial in the Delta: The Murder of Emmett Till, the company’s award-winning live docudrama, will return in its most fully realized form yet.
Spencer Pratt announces run for LA mayor | ChicagoNOW
Former reality TV star Spencer Pratt announced he is running for Los Angeles mayor. ChicagoNOW hosts, Tia Ewing and Gabby Premus, discuss.
Former reality TV star Spencer Pratt announced he is running for Los Angeles mayor. ChicagoNOW hosts, Tia Ewing and Gabby Premus, discuss.
New documentary 'Elie Wiesel: Soul on Fire' | ChicagoNOW
The new documentary 'Elie Wiesel: Soul on Fire' explores the man behind the searing memoir 'Night'. Filmmaker, Oren Rudavsky, shares more about the film.
The new documentary 'Elie Wiesel: Soul on Fire' explores the man behind the searing memoir 'Night'. Filmmaker, Oren Rudavsky, shares more about the film.
Chicago's can't miss January concerts | ChicagoNOW
There are a ton of awesome concerts happening across the city in January. Selena Fragassi shares her top recommendations.
There are a ton of awesome concerts happening across the city in January. Selena Fragassi shares her top recommendations.
Smooth jazz legend Najee brings his sound to Chicago
Grammy-nominated saxophonist and flautist Najee stops by the studio ahead of his weekend performances in Chicago, sharing career highlights and details about his new album.
Grammy-nominated saxophonist and flautist Najee stops by the studio ahead of his weekend performances in Chicago, sharing career highlights and details about his new album.