Rapper Biz Markie dies at 57

Biz Markie was an American rapper, singer, actor and comedian, best known for the hit song “Just a Friend” — a single which was released in 1989 and became a top hit worldwide.

Britney Spears wants to charge her dad with 'conservatorship abuse'

At the hearing, a judge ruled that Spears would be allowed to hire her own attorney for the case after asking the court for permission to do so.

Emmy nominations prove streaming services reign supreme

The nominations for the 73rd Emmy Awards dropped Tuesday, and proved one thing: streaming services are king.

‘Marrying Millions’ TV star Bill Hutchinson pleads not guilty to raping teen

Prosecutors accused Bill Hutchinson of taking two 16-year-old girls on several trips this year to his vacation home in Laguna Beach and giving alcohol to one girl in April before raping the unconscious teen.

‘The Crown,’ ‘Mandalorian’ top Emmy nominations with 24 each

"The Crown" tied with "The Mandalorian" for the most Emmy nominations Tuesday, 24 each, but the Marvel universe also got bragging rights with runner-up "WandaVision."

WWE Hall of Famer ‘Mr. Wonderful,’ Brandon native passes away

WWE Hall of Famer Paul Orndorff, also known to fans as “Mr. Wonderful,” passed away at the age of 71. Orndorff was originally from Brandon and attended the University of Tampa.

Tattoo convention starts this week in Rosemont

The 11th Annual of the Chicago Tattoos Arts Convention starts this weekend at Donald East Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont.

'Gunpowder Milkshake' muscles up with all-female assassins cast

Jake Hamilton spoke with Angela Bassett and the stars of 'Gunpowder Milkshake,' which cast all-female assassins in the new action flick.

Marilyn Manson turns himself in to police over assault warrant

Marilyn Manson, whose real name is Brian Hugh Warner, has turned himself in to law enforcement in relation to an October 2019 arrest warrant involving assault charges.

'Sundays on State' kicks off this weekend in the Loop
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Michael Edwards, president and CEO of the Chicago Loop Alliance, talks about the 'Sundays on State' block party coming to the Loop this weekend.

Death penalty off the table for man suspected in rapper Pop Smoke's murder

Prosecutors said they will not seek the death penalty against the man who was charged in rapper Pop Smoke’s killing. The 20-year-old rapper was gunned down at a Hollywood Hills home in February 2020.

Elmo adopts a new puppy on ‘Sesame Street’

Elmo is adopting a new puppy named Tango as Sesame Street explores children's unique relationship with pets.