‘Scooby-Doo’ co-creator Ken Spears dies at 82

Ken Spears’ death comes a few months after the passing of his animation partner Joe Ruby.

The show must go on: Joffrey Ballet offering virtual 'Nutcracker' package
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Adam Blyde, Joffrey Ballet rehearsal director, previews tomorrow's "Pulling Back the Curtain" fundraiser and talks about what they're doing to restore magic to the holidays.

'American Idol' contestant Nikki McKibbin dies at 42

Nikki McKibbin, a singer from Texas best known for her third-place finish in the first season of American Idol, has died. She was 42.  

Celebrities voting for the first time in the 2020 presidential election

Hollywood stars have been some of the most vocal American citizens stressing the significance of voting in the 2020 presidential election. While they're doing so in a very public way on social media, some have revealed this year is the first time they've ever cast ballots.

Warm Human performs 'I Wanna B Domesticated' on Good Day Chicago
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As part of our ongoing series supporting local artists during the pandemic, Warm Human performs a snippet of their song "I Wanna B Domesticated" on Good Day Chicago.

Rapper Lil Wayne meets with Trump

The rapper discussed the president's proposed Platinum Plan

'Be An #ArtsHero' campaign calls for government relief for the arts and culture sector
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Matthew-Lee Erlbach, co-organizer with Be An #ArtsHero, talks about their plight to secure relief funding for the arts and culture industry as millions struggle to stay afloat during the pandemic.

New 'Nutcracker' show puts call out for dancers in virtual production
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David and Lissette Lucas, founders of the Universal Ballet Competition, call for dancers all over the world to be a part of their virtual collaborative production of "The Nutcracker."

'Brian's Song,' 'Roots' and 'Purple Rain' writer William Blinn dead at 83

William Blinn, the screenwriter behind immensely popular and thought-provoking TV movies such as "Brian's Song" and "Roots," as well as the motion picture "Purple Rain," starring Prince, died at age 83.

Kanye West might run for governor if he doesn't become president

Kanye West opened up about his life and presidential plans during an appearance on the “Joe Rogan Experience” podcast.