Lightfoot announces return of summer events across the city
Mayor Lori Lightfoot, the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE), Choose Chicago and Chicago’s cultural community announced on Wednesday "Open Culture" - the next phase of Open Chicago, which includes the return of summer events across the city.
Mayor Lori Lightfoot, the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE), Choose Chicago and Chicago’s cultural community announced on Wednesday "Open Culture" - the next phase of Open Chicago, which includes the return of summer events across the city.
Chicago announces special concert series for fully-vaccinated residents
The city of Chicago is launching a special series of concerts exclusively for residents who have been fully-vaccinated against the coronavirus.
The city of Chicago is launching a special series of concerts exclusively for residents who have been fully-vaccinated against the coronavirus.
The Performer's School keeps students engaged by pivoting during COVID-19
Stacey Flaster, Liz Fauntleroy and Matt Angelaccio talk about how The Performer's School has made the most out of the restrictions brought on by the pandemic.
Stacey Flaster, Liz Fauntleroy and Matt Angelaccio talk about how The Performer's School has made the most out of the restrictions brought on by the pandemic.
Argo High School students perform first musical in over a year
Natalia Komar, Kristen Gardner and Nicole Durkin from Argo Community High School talk about returning to the stage to perform a musical for the first time since March 2020.
Natalia Komar, Kristen Gardner and Nicole Durkin from Argo Community High School talk about returning to the stage to perform a musical for the first time since March 2020.
Pierogi Fest returns to NW Indiana in July
Organizers announced Tuesday Pierogi Fest will be coming back to downtown Whiting, Indiana this summer for its 26th celebration.
Organizers announced Tuesday Pierogi Fest will be coming back to downtown Whiting, Indiana this summer for its 26th celebration.
Jennifer Hudson talks about Chicago’s influence and her new film ‘Monster’
"American Idol" alum, Oscar-winner and native Chicagoan Jennifer Hudson stars in the powerful new drama "Monster," which starts streaming on Netflix later this week.
"American Idol" alum, Oscar-winner and native Chicagoan Jennifer Hudson stars in the powerful new drama "Monster," which starts streaming on Netflix later this week.
Star Wars Day 2021: Celebrate May the 4th with activities from a galaxy far, far away
This year, even if you’re at home, there are plenty of activities to celebrate Star Wars Day, including a watch party, fun recipes for the family and more.
This year, even if you’re at home, there are plenty of activities to celebrate Star Wars Day, including a watch party, fun recipes for the family and more.
'The Art of Banksy' exhibit coming to the West Loop
A new exhibit with dozens of authentic Banksy artworks is coming to Chicago this summer.
A new exhibit with dozens of authentic Banksy artworks is coming to Chicago this summer.
'The Art of Banksy' exhibit coming to the West Loop
The one hour walk-through experience features some of Banksy's most iconic works including 'Flower Thrower' and 'Girl with Balloon.'
The one hour walk-through experience features some of Banksy's most iconic works including 'Flower Thrower' and 'Girl with Balloon.'
Actor Billy Crystal's new comedy 'Here Today' releases Friday
Comedy legend Billy Crystal and Tiffany Haddish star in the new film "Here Today," which hits theaters on Friday.
Comedy legend Billy Crystal and Tiffany Haddish star in the new film "Here Today," which hits theaters on Friday.
Controversy surrounds Disneyland ride and kiss with Snow White while she's unconscious
A California newspaper argues the kiss between Snow White and Prince Charming comes while she is unconscious and without her consent.
A California newspaper argues the kiss between Snow White and Prince Charming comes while she is unconscious and without her consent.
Bill Gates, wife Melinda announce divorce after 27 years of marriage
The multi-billionaire and co-founder of Microsoft made the announcement on Twitter, saying he and Melinda will continue to work together at their foundation, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
The multi-billionaire and co-founder of Microsoft made the announcement on Twitter, saying he and Melinda will continue to work together at their foundation, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
'Tom of Your Life' showcases Chicago through compelling premise
Highland Park native Jeremy Sklar talks about his intriguing new film 'Tom of Your Life' safely screening soon at the Music Box Theatre.
Highland Park native Jeremy Sklar talks about his intriguing new film 'Tom of Your Life' safely screening soon at the Music Box Theatre.
'Steel Magnolias' and 'Moonstruck' actress Olympia Dukakis dies at 89
Over the course of her career, Dukakis won an Academy Award for supporting actress, a Golden Globe and a BAFTA nomination.
Over the course of her career, Dukakis won an Academy Award for supporting actress, a Golden Globe and a BAFTA nomination.
Actor Esmé Bianco sues Marilyn Manson, alleging sexual abuse
“Game of Thrones” actor Esmé Bianco sued Marilyn Manson on Friday, alleging sexual, physical and emotional abuse.
“Game of Thrones” actor Esmé Bianco sued Marilyn Manson on Friday, alleging sexual, physical and emotional abuse.
Arlington International Racecourse opens for likely final season
Friday marks opening day at Arlington International Racecourse.
Friday marks opening day at Arlington International Racecourse.
‘The Masky Awards’: Singalong episode was full of surprises, especially for 1 lucky winner of $10K
For the first time ever, Nick Cannon hosted “The Masky Awards,” a special singalong episode celebrating the season 5 contestants of “The Masked Singer” — and one fortunate fan took home another $10,000.
For the first time ever, Nick Cannon hosted “The Masky Awards,” a special singalong episode celebrating the season 5 contestants of “The Masked Singer” — and one fortunate fan took home another $10,000.
Josh Duggar, of '19 Kids and Counting,' arrested by federal agents in Arkansas
Josh Duggar, a former star of TLC’s “19 Kids and Counting,” was arrested Thursday by federal agents and was being held without bond in Arkansas.
Josh Duggar, a former star of TLC’s “19 Kids and Counting,” was arrested Thursday by federal agents and was being held without bond in Arkansas.
Lady Gaga dognapping: 5 suspects arrested for robbery, attempted murder of dog walker
Multiple people involved in the violent dognapping of Lady Gaga’s French bulldogs and the shooting of her dogwalker have been arrested, officials said Thursday.
Multiple people involved in the violent dognapping of Lady Gaga’s French bulldogs and the shooting of her dogwalker have been arrested, officials said Thursday.
Windy City Smokeout returns as Chicago loosens COVID-19 restrictions
The Windy City Smokeout will be one of the first big outdoor events to return to Chicago this summer following a year of cancellations due to the coronavirus pandemic.
The Windy City Smokeout will be one of the first big outdoor events to return to Chicago this summer following a year of cancellations due to the coronavirus pandemic.