Initiative recruits student musicians of color to pursue a career in classical music
The Chicago Musical Pathways Initiative hopes to engage students of color with classical music and open up opportunities for young musicians.
The Chicago Musical Pathways Initiative hopes to engage students of color with classical music and open up opportunities for young musicians.
Academy delays 2021 Oscars ceremony because of coronavirus
For the fourth time in its history, the Oscars are being postponed. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and the ABC Television Network said Monday that the 93rd Academy Awards will now be held April 25, 2021, eight weeks later than originally planned because of the pandemic’s effects on the movie industry.
For the fourth time in its history, the Oscars are being postponed. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and the ABC Television Network said Monday that the 93rd Academy Awards will now be held April 25, 2021, eight weeks later than originally planned because of the pandemic’s effects on the movie industry.
Barbra Streisand gifts George Floyd’s daughter, Gianna Floyd, Disney stock
Gianna made the announcement on her Instagram page.
Gianna made the announcement on her Instagram page.
Daughter of singer Hank Williams Jr. dead in Tennessee auto crash: reports
A single-vehicle crash in Tennessee on Saturday night resulted in the death of the 27-year-old daughter of country music singer Hank Williams Jr., according to reports.
A single-vehicle crash in Tennessee on Saturday night resulted in the death of the 27-year-old daughter of country music singer Hank Williams Jr., according to reports.
Amazon considers removing 'Dukes of Hazzard' from its streaming library over Confederate flag: report
Amazon is reportedly considering removing the immensely popular 1970s series “The Dukes of Hazzard” from its streaming library as it reviews its content offerings in the wake of racial tensions and protests happening throughout the U.S.
Amazon is reportedly considering removing the immensely popular 1970s series “The Dukes of Hazzard” from its streaming library as it reviews its content offerings in the wake of racial tensions and protests happening throughout the U.S.
Analyzing the impact of Chicago's litany of cancelled summer events
Dr. Colleen Cira talks about the communal and personal impact of cancelled events and gatherings this summer in Chicago.
Dr. Colleen Cira talks about the communal and personal impact of cancelled events and gatherings this summer in Chicago.
Oscars to set best picture category at 10 nominees, implement inclusion standards for eligibility
The organization is planning to implement new eligibility requirements with an eye toward diversity that will be finalized by the end of July.
The organization is planning to implement new eligibility requirements with an eye toward diversity that will be finalized by the end of July.
‘The Bachelor’ names Matt James as its first-ever black lead
Matt James, 28, is the first black lead contestant in the show’s 18-year history.
Matt James, 28, is the first black lead contestant in the show’s 18-year history.
Jake Hamilton speaks with Spike Lee about new film 'Da 5 Bloods'
Spike Lee?s new Vietnam drama 'Da 5 Blood?s' hits Netflix on Friday. FOX 32?s Jake Hamilton had a chance to speak with the iconic director ahead of its release.
Spike Lee?s new Vietnam drama 'Da 5 Blood?s' hits Netflix on Friday. FOX 32?s Jake Hamilton had a chance to speak with the iconic director ahead of its release.
Masters of Illusion's Paige Thompson shows off some tricks on Good Day
It's back for Season 7 with bigger and better feats of magic. Masters of Illusion on the CW will feature a new magician, Chicagoan Paige Thompson joined Good Day Chicago to talk about the show.
It's back for Season 7 with bigger and better feats of magic. Masters of Illusion on the CW will feature a new magician, Chicagoan Paige Thompson joined Good Day Chicago to talk about the show.
Jake Hamilton's Top 5 Spike Lee Joints
Spike Lee is unquestionably one of the most recognizable voices in cinema. FOX 32's Jake Hamilton shares his top five favorite movies from Lee?s filmography.
Spike Lee is unquestionably one of the most recognizable voices in cinema. FOX 32's Jake Hamilton shares his top five favorite movies from Lee?s filmography.
Rapper Scarface recovering 2 months after COVID-19 diagnosis: 'I am glad to be alive'
More than two months after he tested positive for COVID-19, Houston rapper Scarface says he is still a little weak and has to undergo dialysis daily, but he is "glad to be alive."
More than two months after he tested positive for COVID-19, Houston rapper Scarface says he is still a little weak and has to undergo dialysis daily, but he is "glad to be alive."
Lady Antebellum drops 'Antebellum' from band name due to slavery connotation
The change comes after learning the word's association to slavery, the band said in a statement.
The change comes after learning the word's association to slavery, the band said in a statement.
Reported outrage toward Nickelodeon cartoon 'Paw Patrol' sparks wild reactions online
A piece from The New York Times sparked wild reactions on social media over the writer's apparent outrage at the Nickelodeon cartoon series "Paw Patrol" amid the fallout of the death of George Floyd.
A piece from The New York Times sparked wild reactions on social media over the writer's apparent outrage at the Nickelodeon cartoon series "Paw Patrol" amid the fallout of the death of George Floyd.
Judd Apatow talks new film 'The King of Staten Island'
SNL star Pete Davidson stars in the new Judd Apatow comedy, ?The King of Staten Island.? FOX 32's Jake Hamilton had the chance to speak with Apatow about the flick, which is actually getting some Oscar buzz.
SNL star Pete Davidson stars in the new Judd Apatow comedy, ?The King of Staten Island.? FOX 32's Jake Hamilton had the chance to speak with Apatow about the flick, which is actually getting some Oscar buzz.
Garth Brooks to host concert event at 300 drive-in theaters across America
Tickets will reportedly go on sale on June 19 and will cost $100, which will cover one passenger car or SUV.
Tickets will reportedly go on sale on June 19 and will cost $100, which will cover one passenger car or SUV.
Disneyland Resort announces plans to reopen parks on July 17
After being closed since March the ‘happiest place on earth’ is set to reopen to the public.
After being closed since March the ‘happiest place on earth’ is set to reopen to the public.
Coping with summer's many cancellations due to COVID-19
Nea Cortez, behavioral health counselor at Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital, lays out healthy ways to cope with the absence of events and gatherings this summer due to the pandemic.
Nea Cortez, behavioral health counselor at Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital, lays out healthy ways to cope with the absence of events and gatherings this summer due to the pandemic.
HBO Max pulls 'Gone With the Wind' from library amid racial tensions
HBO Max pulled the Oscar-winning Civil War epic "Gone With the Wind" from its library amid heightened racial tensions following the death of George Floyd.
HBO Max pulled the Oscar-winning Civil War epic "Gone With the Wind" from its library amid heightened racial tensions following the death of George Floyd.
Impact of major events such as Lollapalooza, Taste of Chicago being cancelled this summer in Chicago
Kelly Bauer from Block Club Chicago talks about the fallout from Chicago cancelling major summer events such as Lollapalooza and the Air and Water Show due to COVID-19 concerns.
Kelly Bauer from Block Club Chicago talks about the fallout from Chicago cancelling major summer events such as Lollapalooza and the Air and Water Show due to COVID-19 concerns.