Chicago man shares personal archive of 10,000 concerts recorded over decades | ChicagoNOW
Aadam Jacobs is opening up his massive collection of more than 10,000 live concert recordings, many taped across Chicago since the 1980s.
Aadam Jacobs is opening up his massive collection of more than 10,000 live concert recordings, many taped across Chicago since the 1980s.
TMZ: Dr. Miami fires back after former employee’s viral claims | ChicagoNOW
A former employee, Santina Rizzi, is accusing Dr. Miami of underpaying her despite helping grow his social media presence.
A former employee, Santina Rizzi, is accusing Dr. Miami of underpaying her despite helping grow his social media presence.
TMZ: Carl’s Jr. sides with Alix Earlie amid Alex Cooper feud | ChicagoNOW
The fast-food chain says Alix Earle was the “perfect fit” for its Super Bowl campaign and highlighted the success of its Hangover Burger promotion. The statement comes as tensions with Alex Cooper continue circulating online, including speculation about past brand interest.
The fast-food chain says Alix Earle was the “perfect fit” for its Super Bowl campaign and highlighted the success of its Hangover Burger promotion. The statement comes as tensions with Alex Cooper continue circulating online, including speculation about past brand interest.
Immersive magic experience “The Hand & The Eye” opens in Chicago this weekend
A new Chicago attraction called “The Hand & The Eye” is set to open this weekend, offering guests a live immersive world of magic, illusion, food, and interactive storytelling.
A new Chicago attraction called “The Hand & The Eye” is set to open this weekend, offering guests a live immersive world of magic, illusion, food, and interactive storytelling.
Jury finds Ticketmaster, Live Nation had concert venue monopoly
A Manhattan federal jury concluded that Live Nation and its Ticketmaster subsidiary held an unlawful monopoly in parts of the live entertainment market after a multi-state lawsuit.
A Manhattan federal jury concluded that Live Nation and its Ticketmaster subsidiary held an unlawful monopoly in parts of the live entertainment market after a multi-state lawsuit.
Joy Harmon, 'Cool Hand Luke' actress known for iconic scene, dies at 85: report
Joy Harmon, the actress best known for her iconic scene in “Cool Hand Luke,” has died, according to TMZ.
Joy Harmon, the actress best known for her iconic scene in “Cool Hand Luke,” has died, according to TMZ.
Chicago Blues Festival 2026 lineup announced; full schedule released
The 2026 Chicago Blues Festival returns June 4-7 with free performances around the city. See the full lineup, schedule and top acts.
The 2026 Chicago Blues Festival returns June 4-7 with free performances around the city. See the full lineup, schedule and top acts.
‘Ted Lasso’ star Brendan Hunt returns to Chicago with new show | ChicagoNOW
Chicago native Brendan Hunt is back on stage with “The Movement You Need,” a one-man show exploring family, loss and connection through music.
Chicago native Brendan Hunt is back on stage with “The Movement You Need,” a one-man show exploring family, loss and connection through music.
Playboi Carti, Skrillex, Lil Uzi Vert to headline Summer Smash 2026
The world’s largest independent hip-hop festival, has announced its 2026 lineup with performances from Playboi Carti, Skrillex, Lil Uzi Vert, Lil Baby, Baby Keem and more.
The world’s largest independent hip-hop festival, has announced its 2026 lineup with performances from Playboi Carti, Skrillex, Lil Uzi Vert, Lil Baby, Baby Keem and more.
Countdown begins for Chicago Latino Film Festival as local film 'Cake' premieres
The 42nd Chicago Latino Film Festival kicks off April 16 with more than 80 films from around the world, including the Chicago-made short “Cake,” as organizers and filmmakers preview what to expect.
The 42nd Chicago Latino Film Festival kicks off April 16 with more than 80 films from around the world, including the Chicago-made short “Cake,” as organizers and filmmakers preview what to expect.
'Dr. Pimple Popper' Sandra Lee had stroke during filming
The dermatologist “Dr. Pimple Popper” revealed she had a stroke while treating patients, after initially brushing off alarming symptoms as a simple hot flash.
The dermatologist “Dr. Pimple Popper” revealed she had a stroke while treating patients, after initially brushing off alarming symptoms as a simple hot flash.
Influencer Ashlee Jenae found dead in Zanzibar after engagement; family seeks answers
Questions are mounting around the sudden death of New Jersey lifestyle influencer Ashly Robinson during a birthday trip to Zanzibar, just days after her engagement.
Questions are mounting around the sudden death of New Jersey lifestyle influencer Ashly Robinson during a birthday trip to Zanzibar, just days after her engagement.
Usher, Chris Brown announce 2026 stadium tour, including stop at Soldier Field
Two of R&B's biggest hitmakers are sharing the same stage – and Chicago is on the list. Here's how to score tickets and details to know.
Two of R&B's biggest hitmakers are sharing the same stage – and Chicago is on the list. Here's how to score tickets and details to know.
33 things to do in Chicago April 17-19
Here are the top things to do in Chicago this weekend, April 17-19, including concerts, sporting events, comedy shows and local festivals happening across the city.
Here are the top things to do in Chicago this weekend, April 17-19, including concerts, sporting events, comedy shows and local festivals happening across the city.
Several new movie promos spotted across Chicago | ChicagoNOW
New film campaigns are popping up across the city, including a “Devil Wears Prada” teaser, a “Hunger Games” installation and a mobile promo for the Michael Jackson biopic.
New film campaigns are popping up across the city, including a “Devil Wears Prada” teaser, a “Hunger Games” installation and a mobile promo for the Michael Jackson biopic.
Silver Room block party returns at new venue after hiatus | ChicagoNOW
The Silver Room Sound System Block Party is returning after a two-year break, this time at the Salt Shed. Organizers say the event will bring music, community and culture back to Chicago with a new space and growing audience.
The Silver Room Sound System Block Party is returning after a two-year break, this time at the Salt Shed. Organizers say the event will bring music, community and culture back to Chicago with a new space and growing audience.
TMZ: Alix Earle responds to Alex Cooper amid ongoing feud | ChicagoNOW
Alix Earle replied to Alex Cooper’s video with a brief comment, adding to a growing public back-and-forth between the two influencers.
Alix Earle replied to Alex Cooper’s video with a brief comment, adding to a growing public back-and-forth between the two influencers.
TMZ sets up shop in Washington to cover Capitol Hill | ChicagoNOW
The new TMZ team will cover developments on Capitol Hill while highlighting the crossover between politics and entertainment.
The new TMZ team will cover developments on Capitol Hill while highlighting the crossover between politics and entertainment.
'Seinfeld' star Jason Alexander brings new play 'Fault' to Chicago Shakespeare Theater
Actor Jason Alexander chats with FOX Chicago's Jake Hamilton about directing the new play “Fault" at the Chicago Shakespeare Theater.
Actor Jason Alexander chats with FOX Chicago's Jake Hamilton about directing the new play “Fault" at the Chicago Shakespeare Theater.
‘Seconds Away’ makes Chicagoland debut with powerful story of resilience
Director Benjamin Kegan and Peter Callahan and Patrick McHugh discuss the emotional documentary centered on an Evanston athlete, his coach’s cancer battle, and the bond that drives them forward.
Director Benjamin Kegan and Peter Callahan and Patrick McHugh discuss the emotional documentary centered on an Evanston athlete, his coach’s cancer battle, and the bond that drives them forward.