Theater “Mister Romantic” stars actor John C. Reilly singing sweet songs of love in this critically acclaimed vaudeville show. He’s backed by a band featuring Grammy winners David Garza, Charles De Castro, David Piltch and Gabe Witcher. From Dec. 4-7 …
Things to Do in Chicago Dec. 4-10: The Mix Read MoreThe Dallas Cowboys’ 31-28 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs on Thanksgiving Day averaged 57.23 million viewers on CBS, making it the most-watched regular-season game in NFL history. The early game between Green Bay and Detroit — won by the …
CBS’ Cowboys-Chiefs Thanksgiving matchup is most-watched regular-season NFL game ever Read MoreAs the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, Illinois is rolling out a range of initiatives aimed at showcasing the state’s contributions to the country’s early history. Gov. JB Pritzker announced plans for the celebration Wednesday at Navy Pier on …
Gov. JB Pritzker announces plans for America’s 250th anniversary Read MoreA key City Council panel on Wednesday advanced a proposal to ban intoxicating hemp products in Chicago long before a federal ban takes effect late next year. Hemp beverages, gummies, edibles and other goods with psychoactive compounds nearly identical to …
Ban on hemp products in Chicago clears City Council committee Read MoreBy BRUCE SHIPKOWSKI A monkey who spent several days on the lam after escaping from a truck that crashed on a rural Mississippi highway earlier this year now has a permanent home at a New Jersey wildlife refuge. Related Articles …
Monkey who escaped Mississippi highway crash has new permanent home at New Jersey refuge Read MoreBy LAURAN NEERGAARD WASHINGTON (AP) — A single HPV vaccination appears just as effective as two doses at preventing the viral infection that causes cervical cancer, researchers reported Wednesday. Related Articles Shredded cheese sold in dozens of states recalled due …
A single shot of HPV vaccine may be enough to fight cervical cancer, study finds Read MoreDemocrats on the House Oversight Committee on Wednesday released never-before-seen photos and videos of Jeffrey Epstein’s infamous private island, offering what they called a “disturbing look” into the world of the late convicted sex offender. The newly released material includes …
Newly released photos show ‘disturbing look’ into Epstein Island Read MoreCHATSWORTH — USC signee Ja’Myron Baker was seated in the Sierra Canyon High gym Wednesday afternoon, but his mind was at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. “Being a hometown hero, the hometown kid is definitely something that I’ve always wanted,” …
USC football signs No. 1 recruiting class loaded with local talent Read MoreOn Wednesday at 3:33 p.m. the National Weather Service released a beach hazards statement in effect until Saturday Dec. 6, at 11 a.m. for Catalina/Santa Barbara Islands. “Dangerous rip currents and elevated surf. Tidal overflow will flood some normally dry …
Beach hazards statement in place for Catalina/Santa Barbara Islands until Saturday midday Read MoreThe Dodgers have agreed on a one-year contract with Miguel Rojas that will allow the veteran infielder to finish his career with the team. The deal is reportedly for a $5.5 million salary in 2026. The 36-year-old Rojas has said …
Miguel Rojas, Dodgers agree to 1-year deal Read MoreBy PETER SMITH and JULIE CARR SMYTH A former missionary with an Ohio-based ministry has been indicted on federal charges of engaging in illicit sexual conduct with four different minors in Haiti over multiple years. Related Articles Newly released photos …
Ex-missionary from Ohio charged with sexually abusing 4 children in Haiti Read MoreBy THALIA BEATY Americans gave $4 billion to nonprofits on GivingTuesday in 2025, an increase from the $3.6 billion they gave in 2024, according to estimates from the nonprofit GivingTuesday. Related Articles Newly released photos show ‘disturbing look’ into Epstein …
Americans gave $4B on GivingTuesday 2025 as donations and volunteering gain big over last year Read MoreA 58-year-old Buena Park man was charged with felony animal cruelty and accused of killing a pregnant dog while he was on probation after previously attacking a coworker with a metal pipe, Orange County prosecutors announced Wednesday, Dec. 3. The …
Buena Park man accused of using SUV to snap pregnant dog’s neck in Anaheim Read MoreSo far facial recognition technology has been trialed in areas such as London and Leeds (Picture: Danny Lawson/PA Wire) Police could see a boost in powers under facial recognition technology plans touted by the government as the ‘biggest breakthrough for …
Facial recognition tech could be expanded for police across the UK Read MoreBy Andrew Dalton | Associated Press LOS ANGELES — A doctor who pleaded guilty to selling ketamine to Matthew Perry was sentenced to 2½ years in prison on Wednesday at an emotional hearing over the “Friends” star’s overdose death. Judge …
Doctor who sold ketamine to ‘Friends’ star Matthew Perry gets 2½ years in prison Read MoreA spacious house in the 600 block of Santander Drive in San Ramon has a new owner. The 2,070-square-foot property, built in 1979, was sold on Oct. 16, 2025 for $1,649,000 which works out to $797 per square foot. This …
Inside the $1,649,000 sale of a Contra Costa County home Read MoreA Sonoma County judge on Wednesday sentenced Berkeley animal rights activist Zoe Rosenberg to 90 days for a felony conspiracy conviction stemming from 2023 breaches at Petaluma Poultry. Rosenberg, 23, sat quietly in a courtroom packed with supporters as Judge Kenneth …
Berkeley activist Zoe Rosenberg sentenced in Sonoma County farm break-in case Read MoreBy Andrew Dalton | Associated Press LOS ANGELES — A doctor who pleaded guilty to selling ketamine to Matthew Perry was sentenced to 2½ years in prison on Wednesday at an emotional hearing over the “Friends” star’s overdose death. Judge …
Doctor who sold ketamine to ‘Friends’ star Matthew Perry gets 2½ years in prison Read MoreA spacious house in the 600 block of Santander Drive in San Ramon has a new owner. The 2,070-square-foot property, built in 1979, was sold on Oct. 16, 2025 for $1,649,000 which works out to $797 per square foot. This …
Inside the $1,649,000 sale of a Contra Costa County home Read MoreDEKALB, Ill.— Way back in the summer, when the high school football season was just getting started, there was a buzz around Brother Rice’s defensive line. Seniors King Liggins (Illinois) and Michael Fitzgerald were expected to combine with junior Brayden …
Brother Rice’s dominant defensive line, led by soph Kam McGee, shuts out St. Rita to win Class 7A Read More