Television
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Some people are upset about 'Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer' - here's why
Dec 03, 2018 12:00 am - As is tradition when Christmastime nears, the 1964 classic "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" returned to American television screens. But this time around, the once-heral...
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Hallmark, other cable networks shine during the holidaysDec 02, 2018 6:30 am - Have you heard the one about the girl who didn't care about Christmas but found herself in a small town for the holidays surrounded by decorations, cookies and carolers,...
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Facts Matter: Bullying scene stopping 'Christmas Story' marathon? Oh, fudddddge. Except it's not trueDec 01, 2018 12:00 am - A meme featuring neighborhood menace Scut Farkus from "A Christmas Story" falsely claims a marathon broadcast of the iconic movie was canceled because of the bullying sc...
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TV holiday joy means 'Wonderful Life,' Reba, romance, Santa
Nov 30, 2018 6:00 am - LOS ANGELES (AP) - In need of a jolt of holiday joy? Or a comforting spot of romance or silliness or spirituality? Television has you covered. There are classic old movi...
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See the late master magician Ricky Jay's collaborations with Chicago's David MametNov 30, 2018 5:00 am - Ricky Jay looked like a guy who played scam artists in David Mamet movies — and he did. The magician-turned-actor who died last week was something of a scam artist himse...
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CNN fires analyst Marc Lamont Hill after UN speech on Israel
Nov 29, 2018 6:00 am - NEW YORK (AP) - CNN on Thursday parted ways with contributor Marc Lamont Hill after a speech the college professor made on Israel and Palestine at the United Nations. A ...
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Nielsen's top programs for Nov. 19-25
Nov 28, 2018 6:00 am - Prime-time viewership numbers compiled by Nielsen for Nov. 19-25. Listings include the week's ranking and viewership. 1. "NFL Post-Game Show," Fox, 23.36 million. 2. NFL...
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'Tis the season for more TV Christmas movies than ever
Nov 27, 2018 6:00 am - NEW YORK (AP) - Have you heard the one about the girl who didn't care about Christmas but found herself in a small town for the holidays surrounded by decorations, cooki...
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Feder: WTTW hires community engagement officerNov 27, 2018 12:00 am - For years the joke around town was that WTTW stands for "Winnetka Talking To Wilmette." That's about to change. Window To The World Communications, parent company of pub...
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Call him Judge Jerry: Jerry Springer is getting court show
Nov 26, 2018 6:00 am - NEW YORK - Hopefully there won't be any chairs in this courtroom. Talk show host Jerry Springer is getting a new TV role as "Judge Jerry," where he'll hear testimony and...