Mia Goth and Ti West talk new slasher film 'Pearl'

The writer/director of the hit horror film “X,” released earlier this year, surprised audiences when he announced a new prequel…that hits theaters this year as well.

'Shoulder Season': After Labor Day is best time to travel on a budget
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The Travel Mom, Emily Kaufman, says "Shoulder Season" is the best time to travel for cheaper. The season runs from right after Labor Day until Thanksgiving. The cost of travel is lower, the destinations are less crowded and the weather is still nice.

Mia Goth and Ti West talk new slasher film 'Pearl'
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"Pearl" tells the origin story of the elderly serial killer first featured in ?X? ? and, to the surprise of audiences, played by 28-year-old actress Mia Goth.

8th annual Christmas Without Cancer 5K Run/Walk returns to Evergreen Park
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The annual Christmas Without Cancer 5K Run/Walk will return this Saturday to Evergreen Park. This year's event will honor 28 local childhood cancer warriors.

Real blaze down the street from 'Chicago Fire' filming confuses residents

"While the Chicago Fire Department responded, ‘Chicago Fire’ television stars and crew were just one block away so people saw the actors and wanted to know why they weren’t responding to the real fire."

Ryan Reynolds films colonoscopy to raise cancer awareness; doctors find polyp

The 45-year-old actor broadcast the procedure after losing a bet to his friend, actor Rob McElhenney. Doctors say it was “potentially life-saving" for Reynolds.

Chicago SummerDance Celebration happening this Saturday
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Chicago SummerDance is happening this Saturday throughout Millennium Park. The event is a beloved tradition put on by the city's Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events.

UniverSoul Circus comes to Washington Park
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The UniverSoul Circus is underway in Chicago's Washington Park. The circus will have shows through early October.

Asian Pop-up Cinema announces full lineup for 15th season
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Sophia Wong Boccio, founder and executive director of Asian Pop-up Cinema, highlights their 15th season of Asian films coming to Chicago-area theaters this fall.

Jean-Luc Godard, iconic French New Wave director, dies at 91

Jean-Luc Godard stood for years as one of the most vital and provocative directors in Europe and beyond — beginning in 1960 with his debut feature “Breathless.”

Renowned Jazz pianist Ramsey Lewis has died at 87
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Legendary Chicago Jazz pianist and composer Ramsey Lewis has passed away at the age of 87. He died Monday morning.