"Jake, you're going to Hawkins" Stranger Things star Jake Connelly shares casting story | ChicagoNOW
Jake Connelly's character "delightful Derek" has captured the hearts of Stranger Things fans during the final season. He joins live in studio to share his casting journey and behind the scenes stories with Jake Hamilton.
Jake Connelly's character "delightful Derek" has captured the hearts of Stranger Things fans during the final season. He joins live in studio to share his casting journey and behind the scenes stories with Jake Hamilton.
Donald Trump's name added to Kennedy Center day after renaming vote
Democratic leaders have called the move illegal, and that Congress is the only body that can change the center's name.
Democratic leaders have called the move illegal, and that Congress is the only body that can change the center's name.
Wiz Khalifa sentenced to 9 months in jail by Romanian court for drug possession
The rapper was stopped by authorities for allegedly smoking cannabis while performing at a music festival in 2024.
The rapper was stopped by authorities for allegedly smoking cannabis while performing at a music festival in 2024.
Coldplay kiss cam scandal woman admits ‘couple of High Noons’ fueled embarrassing, career-ending moment
Kristin Cabot says viral moment with her boss, former Astronomer CEO Andy Byron, at Boston concert completely altered her personal and professional life.
Kristin Cabot says viral moment with her boss, former Astronomer CEO Andy Byron, at Boston concert completely altered her personal and professional life.
Tennessee governor pardons Jelly Roll for his criminal past
Tennessee’s governor has pardoned country music star Jelly Roll, a Nashville native who for years has spoken about his criminal record and path to finding redemption.
Tennessee’s governor has pardoned country music star Jelly Roll, a Nashville native who for years has spoken about his criminal record and path to finding redemption.
Kennedy Center Board votes to rename facility after Donald Trump
The Kennedy Center Board voted Thursday to rename the facility, at least partially, after President Donald Trump.
The Kennedy Center Board voted Thursday to rename the facility, at least partially, after President Donald Trump.
Sonic the Hedgehog Speed Cafe opens its Chicago pop-up for fans
Viewers get an exclusive first look at the new Sonic-themed pop-up restaurant in Chicago, featuring special merchandise, themed menu items, and interactive experiences for fans.
Viewers get an exclusive first look at the new Sonic-themed pop-up restaurant in Chicago, featuring special merchandise, themed menu items, and interactive experiences for fans.
Sonic the Hedgehog Speed Cafe opens its Chicago pop-up for fans
Viewers get an exclusive first look at the new Sonic-themed pop-up restaurant in Chicago, featuring special merchandise, themed menu items, and interactive experiences for fans.
Viewers get an exclusive first look at the new Sonic-themed pop-up restaurant in Chicago, featuring special merchandise, themed menu items, and interactive experiences for fans.
Mariachi Herencia de México brings “A Mariachi Christmas” to Old Town
Grammy-nominated Mariachi Herencia de México talks about their holiday show in Chicago, sharing what audiences can expect and performing a festive favorite live.
Grammy-nominated Mariachi Herencia de México talks about their holiday show in Chicago, sharing what audiences can expect and performing a festive favorite live.
Things to do in Chicago this weekend — PBR, Millennium Park Sing-Along, holiday markets
It’s the final weekend before Christmas, which means last-minute gift runs and plenty of excuses to get out of the house. Here's your weekly guide to things to do around Chicago.
It’s the final weekend before Christmas, which means last-minute gift runs and plenty of excuses to get out of the house. Here's your weekly guide to things to do around Chicago.
Jake and Romy Reiner break silence after parents’ murders: ‘They were our best friends’
"The horrific and devastating loss of our parents, Rob and Michele Reiner, is something that no one should ever experience. They weren't just our parents; they were our best friends," the statement said in part.
"The horrific and devastating loss of our parents, Rob and Michele Reiner, is something that no one should ever experience. They weren't just our parents; they were our best friends," the statement said in part.
‘Family Guy’-inspired pop-up bar bringing the Drunken Clam to Chicago this January
Fans of “Family Guy" will soon be able to grab a drink inside a real-life version of The Drunken Clam.
Fans of “Family Guy" will soon be able to grab a drink inside a real-life version of The Drunken Clam.
Warner Bros. urges shareholders to reject hostile Paramount offer
Warner Bros. Discovery is urging shareholders to reject a hostile buyout bid from Paramount Skydance and stick with the $72 billion Netflix offer Warner agreed to earlier this month.
Warner Bros. Discovery is urging shareholders to reject a hostile buyout bid from Paramount Skydance and stick with the $72 billion Netflix offer Warner agreed to earlier this month.
Rob and Michele Reiner's causes of death revealed following son Nick's court appearance
Nick Reiner's formal arraignment has been postponed to January 2026. He continues to be held without bail.
Nick Reiner's formal arraignment has been postponed to January 2026. He continues to be held without bail.
Reiner murders: Video shows Nick Reiner moments before arrest
FOX 11 obtained surveillance footage of Nick Reiner from a gas station that was captured in the moments before he was arrested on Sunday night.
FOX 11 obtained surveillance footage of Nick Reiner from a gas station that was captured in the moments before he was arrested on Sunday night.
Gil Gerard, actor who played Buck Rogers, dies at 82
Gil Gerard, the actor best known for playing Buck Rogers in the Buck Rogers in the 25th Century movie and TV series, has died.
Gil Gerard, the actor best known for playing Buck Rogers in the Buck Rogers in the 25th Century movie and TV series, has died.
Rob Reiner’s son faces first-degree murder charges
Prosecutors say Nick Reiner is charged with killing his parents and could face life in prison or the death penalty, but his first court appearance was postponed after officials said he hasn’t been medically cleared for transport.
Prosecutors say Nick Reiner is charged with killing his parents and could face life in prison or the death penalty, but his first court appearance was postponed after officials said he hasn’t been medically cleared for transport.
Reiner killings: Nick Reiner formally charged with 2 counts of murder
Authorities said Nick Reiner was arrested Sunday night on suspicion of stabbing both parents to death inside their Brentwood home.
Authorities said Nick Reiner was arrested Sunday night on suspicion of stabbing both parents to death inside their Brentwood home.
TMZ: New details in deaths of filmmaker Rob Reiner and wife | ChicagoNOW
TMZ joins us with the latest developments in the investigation into the murders of Rob Reiner and his wife, Michelle. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
TMZ joins us with the latest developments in the investigation into the murders of Rob Reiner and his wife, Michelle. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Legendary Texas musician Joe Ely dies at 78
Joe Ely, the legendary Texas songwriter and singer whose raw, rock-and-roll-infused honky-tonk sound spanned five decades and helped define the Outlaw Country and Americana genres, died Monday at his home in Taos, New Mexico. He was 78.
Joe Ely, the legendary Texas songwriter and singer whose raw, rock-and-roll-infused honky-tonk sound spanned five decades and helped define the Outlaw Country and Americana genres, died Monday at his home in Taos, New Mexico. He was 78.