Playboi Carti, Skrillex, Lil Uzi Vert to headline Summer Smash 2026
The world’s largest independent hip-hop festival, has announced its 2026 lineup with performances from Playboi Carti, Skrillex, Lil Uzi Vert, Lil Baby, Baby Keem and more.
The world’s largest independent hip-hop festival, has announced its 2026 lineup with performances from Playboi Carti, Skrillex, Lil Uzi Vert, Lil Baby, Baby Keem and more.
Countdown begins for Chicago Latino Film Festival as local film 'Cake' premieres
The 42nd Chicago Latino Film Festival kicks off April 16 with more than 80 films from around the world, including the Chicago-made short “Cake,” as organizers and filmmakers preview what to expect.
The 42nd Chicago Latino Film Festival kicks off April 16 with more than 80 films from around the world, including the Chicago-made short “Cake,” as organizers and filmmakers preview what to expect.
'Dr. Pimple Popper' Sandra Lee had stroke during filming
The dermatologist “Dr. Pimple Popper” revealed she had a stroke while treating patients, after initially brushing off alarming symptoms as a simple hot flash.
The dermatologist “Dr. Pimple Popper” revealed she had a stroke while treating patients, after initially brushing off alarming symptoms as a simple hot flash.
Influencer Ashlee Jenae found dead in Zanzibar after engagement; family seeks answers
Questions are mounting around the sudden death of New Jersey lifestyle influencer Ashly Robinson during a birthday trip to Zanzibar, just days after her engagement.
Questions are mounting around the sudden death of New Jersey lifestyle influencer Ashly Robinson during a birthday trip to Zanzibar, just days after her engagement.
Usher, Chris Brown announce 2026 stadium tour, including stop at Soldier Field
Two of R&B's biggest hitmakers are sharing the same stage – and Chicago is on the list. Here's how to score tickets and details to know.
Two of R&B's biggest hitmakers are sharing the same stage – and Chicago is on the list. Here's how to score tickets and details to know.
33 things to do in Chicago April 17-19
Here are the top things to do in Chicago this weekend, April 17-19, including concerts, sporting events, comedy shows and local festivals happening across the city.
Here are the top things to do in Chicago this weekend, April 17-19, including concerts, sporting events, comedy shows and local festivals happening across the city.
Several new movie promos spotted across Chicago | ChicagoNOW
New film campaigns are popping up across the city, including a “Devil Wears Prada” teaser, a “Hunger Games” installation and a mobile promo for the Michael Jackson biopic.
New film campaigns are popping up across the city, including a “Devil Wears Prada” teaser, a “Hunger Games” installation and a mobile promo for the Michael Jackson biopic.
Silver Room block party returns at new venue after hiatus | ChicagoNOW
The Silver Room Sound System Block Party is returning after a two-year break, this time at the Salt Shed. Organizers say the event will bring music, community and culture back to Chicago with a new space and growing audience.
The Silver Room Sound System Block Party is returning after a two-year break, this time at the Salt Shed. Organizers say the event will bring music, community and culture back to Chicago with a new space and growing audience.
TMZ: Alix Earle responds to Alex Cooper amid ongoing feud | ChicagoNOW
Alix Earle replied to Alex Cooper’s video with a brief comment, adding to a growing public back-and-forth between the two influencers.
Alix Earle replied to Alex Cooper’s video with a brief comment, adding to a growing public back-and-forth between the two influencers.
TMZ sets up shop in Washington to cover Capitol Hill | ChicagoNOW
The new TMZ team will cover developments on Capitol Hill while highlighting the crossover between politics and entertainment.
The new TMZ team will cover developments on Capitol Hill while highlighting the crossover between politics and entertainment.
'Seinfeld' star Jason Alexander brings new play 'Fault' to Chicago Shakespeare Theater
Actor Jason Alexander chats with FOX Chicago's Jake Hamilton about directing the new play “Fault" at the Chicago Shakespeare Theater.
Actor Jason Alexander chats with FOX Chicago's Jake Hamilton about directing the new play “Fault" at the Chicago Shakespeare Theater.
‘Seconds Away’ makes Chicagoland debut with powerful story of resilience
Director Benjamin Kegan and Peter Callahan and Patrick McHugh discuss the emotional documentary centered on an Evanston athlete, his coach’s cancer battle, and the bond that drives them forward.
Director Benjamin Kegan and Peter Callahan and Patrick McHugh discuss the emotional documentary centered on an Evanston athlete, his coach’s cancer battle, and the bond that drives them forward.
Michael Jackson biopic premieres in Gary, honoring hometown roots
The film about Michael Jackson, titled “Michael" premiered Monday in Gary, Indiana, home of the famous Jackson family.
The film about Michael Jackson, titled “Michael" premiered Monday in Gary, Indiana, home of the famous Jackson family.
Rapper King Harris arrested for speeding, drugs in Gwinnett County
Rapper King Harris, the son of T.I. and Tiny, was arrested early Sunday morning in Gwinnett County
Rapper King Harris, the son of T.I. and Tiny, was arrested early Sunday morning in Gwinnett County
Why Labrinth is no longer part of ‘Euphoria’ | ChicagoNOW
The musician behind HBO’s “Euphoria” says he’s stepping away from the show after speaking out about his experience in the industry.
The musician behind HBO’s “Euphoria” says he’s stepping away from the show after speaking out about his experience in the industry.
Lauren Sanchez Bezos reveals the biggest rule in her morning routine with Jeff Bezos | ChicagoNOW
The media personality reveals how she and Jeff Bezos start their day.
The media personality reveals how she and Jeff Bezos start their day.
Sadie Robertson speaks out about the moment her eight-month-old daughter choked and stopped breathing
"Duck Dynasty" star Sadie Robertson is opening up about a terrifying moment in which her 8-month-old choked and briefly stopped breathing.
"Duck Dynasty" star Sadie Robertson is opening up about a terrifying moment in which her 8-month-old choked and briefly stopped breathing.
YouTube raises US subscription prices for 1st time in years
YouTube raised its U.S. subscription prices on Friday, marking its first increase in three years.
YouTube raised its U.S. subscription prices on Friday, marking its first increase in three years.
Diddy challenges 50-month sentence as appeal moves forward
The judges said the case was "exceptionally difficult" and noted it had been well briefed. It’s unclear when a decision will be issued.
The judges said the case was "exceptionally difficult" and noted it had been well briefed. It’s unclear when a decision will be issued.
What to know about Chicago’s $50M magic mansion experience | ChicagoLIVE
The Hand & The Eye transform Chicago’s McCormick mansion into an immersive, multi-room entertainment destination.
The Hand & The Eye transform Chicago’s McCormick mansion into an immersive, multi-room entertainment destination.