Kelly Clarkson's ex-husband, Brandon Blackstock dies at 48

Brandon Blackstock, a talent manager and the ex-husband of Kelly Clarkson, has died. He was 48. Here's what we know.

Lidiya Yankovskaya?s final Chicago performance before her move to London
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Renowned conductor Lidiya Yankovskaya joins us ahead of her final hometown concert with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra at Ravinia, reflecting on her journey, global move, and the future of classical music.

'Amy Bradley is Missing': Netflix documentary reopens 1998 cruise ship disappearance |  ChicagoNOW
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23-year-old Amy Bradley vanished from a Caribbean cruise in 1998 and was never seen again. Now, a Netflix documentary reexamines the case, reported sightings and the cruise line?s early missteps. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.

Self-taught Chicago photographer?s cinematic portraits go viral on TikTok | ChicagoNOW
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Malik Williams spends his days working as a paramedic and his time off capturing powerful stories through his camera. He?s a self-taught photographer whose cinematic portraits have racked up more than 700,000 likes on TikTok. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.

TMZ: 'Walking Dead' actress Kelley Mack dies after private cancer battle | ChicagoNOW
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Actress Kelley Mack, best known for her role as Addy on The Walking Dead, has passed away at just 33 years old. Her family says she had been battling glioma, a rare and aggressive form of brain cancer. TMZ Executive Producer Michael Babcock talks more about it.

TMZ: Brooke Hogan breaks silence on family rift, warns Hulk's inner circle | ChicagoNOW
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It's been an emotional whirlwind for Brooke Hogan, from estrangement and grief to rumors and legal threats. Now, Hulk Hogan's daughter is breaking her silence with some explosive claims and a warning to her father's inner circle. TMZ Executive Producer Michael Babcock breaks it down.

Eddie Palmieri, Grammy-winning Latin jazz pioneer, dies at 88

Latin jazz legend Eddie Palmieri, the first Latino to win a Grammy, has died at age 88. His innovative style reshaped salsa and left a global legacy across nearly 40 albums.

BET pulls music awards shows; Chicago professor weighs in
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BET is changing its tune, at least for now. Two of its signature music award shows, "The Soul Train Awards" and "BET Hip Hop Awards" have been pulled from the broadcast lineup.

American Idol?s David Archuleta talks upcoming Northalsted Market Days performance | ChicagoNOW
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David Archuleta, who wowed America as the runner-up on season seven of American Idol at just 16 years old joins us to talk about his journey, music and what fans can expect this weekend in Chicago. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.

BULL?  mixes comedy with ?90s nostalgia moments | ChicagoNOW
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What happens when two unqualified benchwarmers get thrown into the middle of the 1996 NBA Finals with the Chicago Bulls? That?s the premise of 'BULL', a brand-new comedy playing at The Annoyance Theater. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.

Illinois State Fair celebrates 25 years tomorrow
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The Illinois State Fair begins tomorrow and will run through next Sunday offering a variety of family fun and performances.

Northalsted Market Days: What to expect | ChicagoNOW
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Northalsted Market Days kicks off this Friday at 5 PM and runs all the way through Sunday at 10 PM. It's one of the largest LGBTQ+ street festivals in the country, taking over Halsted Street from Belmont to Addison with food, headlining artists, and even drag performances. Choose Chicago's VP of Neighborhood Strategy Rob Fojtik gives us the lowdown on what to expect this weekend.

'Queen of Kids Music' Laurie Berkner talks upcoming Ravinia show | ChicagoNOW
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While this guest began her career playing in rock bands, she's now known as the "Queen of Kids music," credited with launching a brand new genre with award-winning albums and over a billion streams. Laurie from the Laurie Berkner Band shares how she connects with families and what fans can look forward to at her performance at Ravinia this weekend.