Alicia Vikander talks new film 'Blue Bayou'

Oscar Winner Alicia Vikander stars in the powerful new drama “Blue Bayou,” which hits theaters around Chicago on Friday.

Gerard Butler talks about his pitch to land the Leonidas role in '300'

Action star Gerard Butler ("300" and "Olympus Has Fallen") stars in the new film "Copshop," in which he plays an assassin who will do anything to get the job done including get himself arrested, because his mark is already in jail.

Nicki Minaj says she was invited to White House after COVID-19 vaccine tweet

Nicki Minaj’s tweet comes just days after she posted a separate, controversial tweet in which she claimed her cousin’s friend allegedly became impotent and suffered swollen testicles after receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.

Wendy Williams tests positive for ‘breakthrough’ case of COVID-19

“The Wendy Williams Show” was set to premiere on Sept. 20, but following Wendy Williams’ diagnosis, the show will now premiere on Oct. 4.

Wu-Tang Clan foundation helps cleanup Chicago streets

The Wu-Tang Clan is from New York, but their foundation focuses much of its energy in Chicago.

Tributes pour in for comedian and actor Norm Macdonald, dead at 61

Norm Macdonald appeared on stage many times in Chicago. Zanies Comedy Club put out a statement, saying staff and customers always looked forward to his performances.

Comedian, actor Norm Macdonald dead at 61
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Norm Macdonald appeared on stage many times in Chicago. Zanies Comedy Club put out a statement, saying their staff and customers always looked forward to his performances.

Tapes captured R. Kelly threatening women, prosecutors say

The feds the jury at the R. Kelly sex-trafficking trial to hear profane video and audio recordings they say demonstrate how he threatened his victims with violence.

Jennifer Aniston, Reese Witherspoon talk Season 2 of 'The Morning Show'

One of the most popular series on television returns with two of the biggest stars on the planet – “The Morning Show” premieres on Friday, with stars Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon returning to their roles.

Comedian Jim Breuer cancels shows at venues requiring vaccinations, calls policies 'segregation'

"Due to the segregation of them forcing people to show up with vaccinations, prove you're vaccinated, to prove that you've had a shot -- I am absolutely not doing those shows," Breuer said.

Jay Leno returns with 'You Bet Your Life', premiers Monday on FOX 32

Jay Leno is back with a whole new take on a television classic. Leno is the host of "You Bet Your Life," a game show that will test your knowledge and bring some laughs along the way.

'MasterChef: Legends' finalist from Western Springs
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A Western Springs-born chef is heading to the finals of MasterChef: Legends. She's one of an all-female finalist group, which is the first time this has happened in the shows history. Kelsey Murphy joined Good Day Chicago to talk about it.

Michael Constantine, father in ‘My Big Fat Greek Wedding,' dies at 94

Michael Constantine, the Emmy-winning actor from "Room 222" and who also played the father on "My Big Fat Greek Wedding," has died at 94.

Cast of 'Small Engine Repair' talks about taking stage play to the big screen

What’s the most a friend has ever asked of you? That’s the big question behind the dark new drama “Small Engine Repair,” based on a stage play of the same name.