George Brown, drummer and co-founder of Kool & The Gang, dead at 74

George "Funky" Brown, the co-founder and longtime drummer of Kool & The Gang who helped write such hits as "Too Hot," "Ladies Night," "Joanna" and the party favorite "Celebration," died Thursday in Los Angeles at age 74.

Plain White T's to play homecoming show in Wicker Park
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The band known for their hit "Hey There Delilah" is back in Chicago for their homecoming show at the Subterranean in Wicker Park. The Plain White T's have come out with a new self-titled album with hits like "Red Flags."

Grammy winner Rhymefest previews upcoming album on Orange Friday
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Chicago native and two-time Grammy winner Rhymefest joins Orange Friday to talk about his new album and a teaching seminar he led at the University of Chicago.

Dinner and a Movie: Talking 'The Crown' at London House
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FOX 32's Sylvia Perez and Jake Hamilton enjoy spectacular a meal at London House and dish their thoughts on the new season of "The Crown."

Martha Stewart says she canceled her Thanksgiving

Even for Martha Stewart, sometimes dinner plans change: “I called up my chef friend, and I said, 'We're not doing Thanksgiving.'"

Plain White T's live on the plaza for Orange Friday
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Illinois natives the Plain White T's are back in Chicago for Hometown Takeover at Subterranean in Wicker Park. Before their Friday night show the band stopped by the Fox 32 plaza to play a few songs.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs accused of rape, abuse by singer Cassie in lawsuit

Cassie accused Sean "Diddy" Combs of subjecting the R&B singer to a yearslong relationship that included beatings and rape, according to a lawsuit filed Thursday.

'SNL' star Dana Carvey's son, Dex, dead at 32

Dex Carvey, the eldest son of "Saturday Night Live" alum Dana Carvey, has died at the age of 32.

Snoop Dogg says he's 'giving up smoke'

The rapper shared the news on Instagram, which received lots of fan reactions.

'Thanksgiving' horror movie slices into theaters tonight

What originally started as a fake trailer in the Quentin Tarantino / Robert Rodriguez double feature “Grindhouse,” the new horror film “Thanksgiving” has now become a reality and is heading to the big screen this weekend.

Mariah Carey talks 'All I Want For Christmas Is You' in 1994 interview: WATCH

In a 1994 interview, superstar Mariah Carey told FOX 5 NY why she released "Merry Christmas," the album featuring holiday sensation "All I Want For Christmas Is You."

'Thanksgiving' horror movie slices into theaters tonight
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What originally started as a fake trailer in the Quentin Tarantino / Robert Rodriguez double feature “Grindhouse,” the new horror film “Thanksgiving” has now become a reality and is heading to the big screen this weekend.

Andi Gladwin brings jaw-dropping magic show to Chicago's Rhapsody Theater
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The Rhapsody Theater in Rogers Park is showing off Andi Gladwin, a mesmerizing magician who has entertained thousands of people across the globe.

'Friends' stars share heartfelt Instagram tributes weeks after Matthew Perry's death

"Oh boy this one has cut deep... Having to say goodbye to our Matty has been an insane wave of emotions," Jennifer Aniston shared in a heartfelt Instagram post.

Pink to give away 2,000 banned books at Miami area concerts

“Books have held a special joy for me from the time I was a child, and that’s why I am unwilling to stand by and watch while books are banned by schools," the singer said in a statement.