Ravinia tickets on sale Thursday, with new shows added to 2026 lineup

Ravinia Festival tickets for the 2026 summer season go on sale Thursday at 8 a.m. CT, with new shows added since March including Snoop Dogg and Erykah Badu.

Dave Mason, songwriter known as a co-founder of Traffic, has died at the age of 79

Songwriter and guitarist Dave Mason died Sunday at his home in Gardnerville, Nevada, according to a spokesperson confirmed to USA Today. No cause of death was announced. 

Bear Grylls takes celebrities off the grid in new FOX series: ‘You get to see the real people’

"Bear Grylls is Running Wild" reveals a raw side of celebrities as they battle harsh wilderness conditions. The premiere, airing Tuesday, features Matthew McConaughey taking on the challenge.

TMZ breaks down Blake Lively’s $40M claim ahead of trial | ChicagoNOW
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TMZ’s Michael Babcock joins ChicagoNOW to discuss Blake Lively’s lawsuit, where she claims “mean girl” and “bully” labels cost her up to $40 million in lost earnings. With a trial set for May 18, Lively is seeking roughly $161 million from Justin Baldoni and his company.

TMZ breaks down charges against rapper D4VD in teen’s death | ChicagoNOW
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TMZ’s Michael Babcock joins ChicagoNOW to break down major developments in the case involving rapper D4VD, who is now facing first-degree murder charges in the death of a 14-year-old girl.

Can Matthew McConaughey survive Bear Grylls? | ChicagoNOW
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Tonight, a brand-new series 'Bear Grylls is Running Wild' kicks off on FOX as Bear takes Oscar-winner Matthew McConaughey through the rugged alpine terrain of Norway. Bear Grylls joins to share more.

The Onion eyes Infowars again with Tim Heidecker at the helm

The satirical news outlet The Onion has another plan to take over Alex Jones’ conspiracy site amid its bankruptcy proceedings, and it involves comedian and writer Tim Heidecker.

Singer D4vd pleads not guilty to murder of 14-year-old girl

Singer D4vd pleaded not guilty Monday after he was charged with the murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez who police say was found dismembered in his Tesla in 2025.

Singer D4vd charged with murder in death of missing 14-year-old girl | ChicagoLIVE
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Singer D4vd has been charged with murder in the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Authorities say the teen’s remains were found in a vehicle registered to the entertainer, while his attorneys say he plans to contest the charges. 

 ‘MasterChef’ contestant Ted Pappas talks new season, global gauntlet | ChicagoNOW
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“MasterChef” is back, and one of its newest contestants is joining us in studio. Ted Pappas is competing for Team Europe, representing Greece in the show’s global competition. 

‘Crime Unfiltered’ brings JonBenét Ramsey, Gabby Petito families to live event | ChicagoNOW
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The “Crime Unfiltered” tour highlights stories connected to the JonBenét Ramsey and Gabby Petito cases. Attendees will hear personal accounts and behind-the-scenes details not typically featured in documentaries. 

Patrick Muldoon, ‘Days of Our Lives’ and ‘Melrose Place’ star, dead at 57

Patrick Muldoon, an actor best known for his roles in "Days of Our Lives" and "Melrose Place," died suddenly over the weekend, his family told TMZ. He was 57.

TikTok testing short-drama feed and original shows | ChicagoNOW
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TikTok is testing a new feature focused on short-form “mini dramas,” and it could change how people watch content on the app. The platform is reportedly developing its own original shows and is already casting for a soap opera-style production.

D4vd arrested in connection with murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez

Singer D4vd has been arrested in connection with the murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas-Hernandez, whose body was found Sept. 8, 2025, in the front trunk of a Tesla registered to him.