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“Star Trek: Starfleet Academy” has set its premiere date on Paramount+. The new series will debut with its first two episodes on Jan. 15, 2026, with new episodes dropping weekly thereafter through March 12. The announcement was made during the …

Tony Fitzpatrick, one of Chicago’s celebrated multidisciplinary artists, has died at 66 years old. Best known for his mixed-media collages, drawings, paintings, poetry and theatrical work, Fitzpatrick’s art addressed themes rooted in Chicago life, nature and human struggle. Fitzpatrick’s work …

LONDON — The Broncos are getting a key piece to their defensive puzzle back for the first time this season. Denver activated defensive tackle Malcolm Roach from injured reserve Saturday, meaning he’ll be available against the New York Jets here Sunday …

Chance the Rapper answered Chicago’s bat signal again Friday night. This time, though, being a crusader meant finding the right words for a city currently in the crosshairs of the Trump administration as the president ramps up immigration enforcement in …

Diane Keaton, who has died at 79, had a long career of both serious and comedic roles. In addition to her “Annie Hall” Oscar win, Hall was Oscar-nominated for best actress for “Reds,” “Something’s Gotta Give” and “Marvin’s Room.” Her …

Sutter Health and unionized workers announced a tentative contract agreement Saturday, averting a potential strike across the nonprofit health care provider’s Northern California facilities. “I think the new contract meets what we were looking for,” SEUI-UHW union steward Michael Pineda …

BAFTA North America is postponing its upcoming inaugural BAFTA Honours until next fall. As first reported by Variety in August, BAFTA North America’s new awards — which would include one honoree per category across the TV, film and video game …

CHICAGO (AP) — National Guard troops sent to Illinois by President Donald Trump can stay in the state and under federal control, but can’t be deployed to protect federal property or go on patrol for now, an appeals court ruled …

There’s an epic fight in “The City of Brotherly Love” tonight! American Jaron “Boots” Ennis (34-0-0) takes on Angolan boxer Uisma “Monstro” Lima (14-1-0) in a highly-anticipated super welterweight on Saturday, Oct. 11. Ennis, who moved up a weight class …

By Lindsey Bahr | Associated Press Diane Keaton, the Oscar-winning star of “Annie Hall,” “The Godfather” films and “Father of the Bride,” whose quirky, vibrant manner and depth made her one of the most singular actors of a generation, has …

By Darlene Superville | Associated Press WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said Saturday that he has directed the Defense Department to use “all available funds” to ensure U.S. troops are paid Wednesday despite the government shutdown, a short-term fix that …