Ed Gale, known for playing 'Chucky,' dead at 61

Ed Gale, the actor and stunt performer best known for portraying the iconic horror character Chucky in some of the "Child's Play" films, has died at age 61.

Trump to pardon Todd and Julie Chrisley | ChicagoNOW
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Reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley, who were convicted of financial crimes in 2022 by an Atlanta jury and sentenced to federal prison, are expected to be granted full pardons by President Donald Trump. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.

Watch: Beatboxing nun shows off unusual talent on TV

Two Brazilian nuns have gone viral after an impromptu beatboxing and dance performance on the Catholic TV channel Pai Eterno.

Jackie Chan joins Ralph Macchio for new 'Karate Kid'
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A classic movie franchise is returning to the big screen, with a couple of legends who've been teaching us to 'wax on' and 'wax off' for over 40 years.

‘Harry Potter’ TV series: Harry, Hermione and Ron actors announced

HBO’s upcoming "Harry Potter" TV series has found its new trio. Meet the fresh faces playing Harry, Hermione and Ron in the magical reboot.

'42 Balloons' makes North American debut at Chicago's Shakespeare Theater
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A new musical is making its North American premiere in Chicago. "42 Balloons" tells the true story of Lawnchair Larry, who launched himself into the sky with 42 weather balloons.

Dolly Parton is launching a frozen food line

Country music icon Dolly Parton is expanding her retail food line with the launch of a menu of frozen meals.

Ronnie Marmo's play on founding of Alcoholics Anonymous comes to Chicago area
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Ronnie Marmo is known for shows like "General Hospital" is bringing his new personal project to Chicago. It's a play that tells the story of the founding of Alcoholics Anonymous.

Phil Robertson, 'Duck Dynasty' star, dies at 79

Phil Robertson, a star on the hit reality show “Duck Dynasty," has died. He was 79 years old.

The Backstage Experience with Mission: Impossible, Final Destination and more
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This week on "The Backstage Experience" we travel to London for the premiere of "Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning" as Tom Cruise, Simon Pegg and the entire cast take us backstage with the action-packed movie that's become one of the most expensive movies of all time. We then fly to Paris as John Krasinski and Natalie Portman reveal what it was like working with Guy Ritchie in his new heist adventure "Fountain of Youth" and the cast of "Final Destination: Bloodlines" joins the show.

Kim Kardashian Paris robbery ringleader and 7 others found guilty

“My life was forever changed”: The ringleader and seven others were convicted Friday in the Kim Kardashian Paris robbery trial.

Billy Joel cancels all tour dates due to medical diagnosis

Billy Joel cited balance and vision problems from Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus as reason for concert cancellations.

The All-American Rejects crash house parties, show up in Chicago | ChicagoNOW
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The All-American Rejects are crashing house parties, and they even made a stop at Barstool in Chicago. Plus, a Formula 1 arcade is opening in town. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.

Sue�os Music Festival takes over Grant Park this weekend
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Grant Park will be rocking this weekend as Sue�os Music Festival moves in with headliners Shakira, Peso Pluma and Don Omar.