Music
17 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
John Legend on Pharrell’s musical push, Jay-Z’s praise and new creative challenges with ‘Muse’
Jay-Z once told John Legend, "You're our voice." But Pharrell Williams had another idea for Legend's signature baritone: Sometimes, let it do more talking than singing.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Linkin Park documentary ‘Unshatter’ tracks band’s emotional return to recording, touring
For years after the death of frontman Chester Bennington, members of Linkin Park weren't sure if the band would — or should — continue to exist. The new documentary "Linkin Park: Unshatter" takes fans inside the uncertainty, grief and creative risk behind their return, including raw footage of early recording sessions, conversations and experimentation that eventually led to Emily Armstrong joining the group.
2 weeks ago in Education, Entertainment, Fall Guide, Lifestyle, Local, Music
LLCC Choir and Band to perform fall concerts
Performances throughout October, November, and December.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Holiday Guide, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Music
Dolly Parton-created Christmas performance comes to UIS
Dolly Parton wrote music and lyrics for "Dolly Parton's Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol."
2 weeks ago in Business, Entertainment, Food Scene, IL State News, Illinois State Fair Guide, Lifestyle, Local, Music, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide
Illinois state fairs attracted over 1 million visitors for second year in a row
The fairs were among the most affordable in the Midwest this year, according to Pritzker’s office.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Quavo talks new album, fatherhood, viral ‘Hotel Lobby’ and working on Migos project with Offset
The Grammy-nominated rapper is moving forward with fatherhood, healing and a sense of purpose. Now a father to...
3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Buddy Guy celebrated at Radio City Music Hall with a sold-out ‘Buddy’s Got the Blues’ show
Two months past his 90th birthday, Buddy Guy is still up for a little bragging, a lot of cursing and a long night of partying.
4 weeks ago in Entertainment, Health & Wellness, IL State News, Music
Lionel Richie is taking a break from performing following a heart procedure
Richie was scheduled to perform with Earth, Wind & Fire Saturday in San Francisco, Sept. 30 in Chicago and Oct. 3 in Columbus, Ohio.
Lifestyle
16 hours ago in Lifestyle
RSV vs. flu: How to tell the difference
Doctronic reports that RSV and flu, both contagious respiratory infections, have overlapping but distinct symptoms.
18 hours ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local
Illinois designated an AARP age-friendly state
Announcement comes after launch of EngAging Illinois.
2 days ago in Lifestyle
Budget-friendly, sustainable ways to build your dream Halloween costume
Intuit TurboTax reports on budget-friendly, sustainable Halloween costumes, suggesting to repurpose existing clothes, swap with friends, thrift strategically, DIY props, and invest in one key piece for authenticity.
4 days ago in Lifestyle
6 ways to plan fall and holiday travel after the hottest summer on record
Vogo reports that over 70% of U.S. travelers plan to adjust their fall and holiday trips to avoid extreme heat, focusing on cooler destinations and budgeting for comfort.
7 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending
Pope speaks with Putin, denouncing recent attacks as he shows recovery from lung surgery progressing
Pope Leo XIV gave strong indications Friday that he was recovering well from lung cancer surgery and was very much in charge of running the Catholic...
7 days ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle
Georgia amusement park to reopen as scheduled days after roller coaster death
Six Flags Over Georgia is set to open its gates Friday for the first time since a man fell to his death from one of the amusement park's towering...
1 week ago in Lifestyle
Why maintaining muscle matters during weight loss, and how to do it
GoodRx reports that maintaining muscle during weight loss is crucial for health.
1 week ago in Lifestyle
How parents can help a scared child enjoy Halloween
Campus Insights Media on behalf of Pennsylvania State University reports on how parents can help scared children enjoy Halloween.
Entertainment News
11 hours ago in Entertainment
Tom Cruise to receive life achievement award from the American Film Institute
Tom Cruise is being celebrated with a life achievement award from the American Film Institute, AFI's board of trustees said Wednesday The award will be handed out at a gala tribute in Los Angeles at the Dolby Theatre on April 24 next year.
11 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending
Tom Skerritt, Emmy-winning actor with roles in ‘Picket Fences,’ ‘Alien’ and ‘Top Gun,’ dies at 93
Tom Skerritt, the Emmy-winning actor who embodied a solid, wry authority figure, whether as a flight instructor in "Top Gun," a tough-but-fair sheriff on TV's "Picket Fences" or the doomed captain of "Alien," has died. He was 93.
17 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
John Legend on Pharrell’s musical push, Jay-Z’s praise and new creative challenges with ‘Muse’
Jay-Z once told John Legend, "You're our voice." But Pharrell Williams had another idea for Legend's signature baritone: Sometimes, let it do more talking than singing.
2 days ago in Business, Entertainment, Food Scene, IL State News, Local, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide
Route 66 and Springfield are included in a new book about food in Illinois
"We literally ate our way through Illinois."
2 days ago in Entertainment
John Turturro, thief of New York characters, stars in ‘The Only Living Pickpocket in New York’
John Turturro grew up in Hollis, Queens, and has lived in Park Slope, Brooklyn, since 1988. Through his life as a New Yorker, his most reliable reservoir of inspiration has been the sidewalks and subway cars around him.
Local News from Capitol City Now
11 hours ago in IL State News, Local
Candidate for IL Secretary of State says she’s concerned about opponent’s double campaign, DMV fees, seniors driving
Harris: If elected, I'd be committed to the job for the full term.
14 hours ago in Local
Mini O’Beirne is on the move
The land has been donated; now comes a campaign to build on it.
18 hours ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local
Illinois designated an AARP age-friendly state
Announcement comes after launch of EngAging Illinois.
19 hours ago in Education, Local
Reading program returns for fourth year at Springfield schools
About 100 men volunteer across the district to read to first and third graders.
Taylorville man accused of sexually assaulting child at local YMCA
Police don't say specifically when Ross may have assaulted a child at the Christian County Y, but court records say he will remain in custody after being deemed a real and present threat.
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