Entertainment
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Rob Reiner, son of a comedy giant who became one in turn, dies at 78
Dec 15, 2025 7:03 am - Rob Reiner, the son of a comedy giant who became one himself as one of the preeminent filmmakers of his generation with movies such as “The Princess Bride,” “When Harry Met Sally …” and “This Is Spinal Tap,” has died. He was 78.
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All I want for Christmas is the Olympics. Mariah Carey to perform at Milan Cortina opening ceremony.
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What to stream: ‘Emily in Paris,’ iHeartRadio Jingle Ball, ‘Him,’ Peter Criss and Riz Ahmed
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2 people found dead at Rob Reiner’s home and homicide detectives are investigating
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‘Zootopia 2’ retakes No. 1 at box office, crosses $1 billion worldwide
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Amy Schumer says she and her husband have decided to end their marriageDec 14, 2025 9:25 am - Comedian Amy Schumer says she and her husband, chef Chris Fischer, have decided to end their marriage.
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Hailee Steinfeld and NFL husband Josh Allen are expecting their first child
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Highland Park author releases first graphic novel in long-term ‘Ultimate Oz Universe’ projectDec 13, 2025 3:14 pm - An author based in Highland Park is working on a 10-book graphic novel series based on the Oz universe. Elton John wrote the forward.
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New Moon Vegan bakery in Batavia inducted into Illinois Made programDec 13, 2025 1:24 pm - New Moon Vegan, a woman-owned small-batch bakery and cafe in downtown Batavia, has been inducted into the Illinois Made program by the Illinois Office of Tourism. The eatery offers 100% plant-based pastries, breads and savory specialties, made fresh daily using locally sourced and seasonal ingredients.
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Kane County Forest Preserve District presents Polar-Palooza winter festivalDec 12, 2025 7:32 pm - The Forest Preserve District of Kane County is hosting Polar-Palooza, a nature-inspired arcade experience, on Saturday, Jan. 17, at Creek Bend Nature Center.