Film
CIFF Founder Michael Kutza Honored by Polish Consulate
Kutza recognized for decades of support for Polish filmmakers at the Chicago International Film Festival.
Bob Odenkirk Revisits Midwest Roots in New Film 'Normal'
The 'Breaking Bad' and 'Better Call Saul' star draws on his Illinois upbringing for his latest role.
Bob Odenkirk Takes Unscripted Falls in New Action Film 'Normal'
The actor says the slips were not in the script but made it into the final cut to emphasize his character's vulnerability.
Arts and Theater
Sterling Municipal Band Celebrates Americana in Spring Concert
The city's municipal band will perform works by American composers on April 24.
Multi-Disciplinary Artist Wes Urbaniak to Perform at Bishop Hill Creative Commons
The evening will feature a potluck dinner and a concert showcasing Urbaniak's unique blend of folk, Americana, and experimental acoustic sound.
Para.Mar Dance Theatre's 'Mujeres' Explores Extremes of Womanhood
The contemporary dance company's new evening-length work is based on poems by Chilean Nobel laureate Gabriela Mistral.
Celebrities
Dennis Rodman Honors Hulk Hogan in Emotional WWE Hall of Fame Speech
The former Chicago Bulls star reflects on their nWo days and friendship.
Dennis Rodman Honors Late Friend Hulk Hogan at WWE Hall of Fame
NBA star gets emotional while celebrating Hogan's legacy and support for his son Nick.
Bill Maher Mocks Trump Over Shifting War News
Comedian cracks 'Why write a joke about it' when 'It'll be obsolete before I get to the punch line'
Other
Silver Room Block Party returns to Chicago after 3-year hiatus
Tickets just went on sale for the annual event featuring dozens of performers across genres.
Game Show Battle Rooms Bring Interactive Fun to Lombard
New entertainment venue offers customizable game show experiences for groups of 8 to 36 people.
Great Big Game Show opens at Woodfield Mall
Interactive game show experience comes to suburban Chicago shopping center
Music
Rockford's Culture Shock Celebrates 19th Annual Record Store Day
Independent music store sees renewed interest in physical media from new generations of collectors.
New Connection Trio to Perform at Morrison's Heritage Museum Grand Opening
The bluegrass band will celebrate America's 250th anniversary with patriotic songs and historical tributes.
Wu Lyf Postpones North American Tour Dates Due to Visa Delays
Band cites 'delays in visa processing' as reason for rescheduling shows across major U.S. and Canadian cities.
- Five Tornadoes Confirmed in Illinois After Friday's Storms
- Four Big Ten Teams Finish in Top Six at NCAA Men's Gymnastics Championships
- Severe Storms Spawn Multiple Tornadoes Across Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin
- Powerful Winds and Tornadoes Rip Through Midwest, Causing Damage But No Deaths
- Powerful Tornadoes Defy 'Bubble' Legend in Bloomington-Normal
- 20-year-old man charged in deadly Geneva car crash
