Entertainment
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What to know about singer D4vd’s arrest in 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez’s killing
Apr 17, 2026 5:05 pm - Seven months after a 14-year-old girl’s body was found in D4vd’s towed SUV, the alt-pop singer has been arrested on suspicion of killing her, authorities said.
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Special exhibition explains the role of pollinators and how to support themApr 17, 2026 4:16 pm - For the Love of Pollinators, a special exhibition that blends art, ecology and everyday action, continues at the Dunn Museum, 1899 W. Winchester Road, Libertyville through May 31.
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Marriott’s ‘Heartbreak Hotel’ a rockin’ tribute to the KingApr 17, 2026 2:51 pm - Elvis Presley’s greatest hits, zestfully performed by Marriott Theatre’s ensemble, and Taylor Hanes’ thoughtful interpretation of the King of Rock ‘n Roll, “Heartbreak Hotel” for the music, stay for Taylor Hanes’ thoughtful interpretation of the King of Rock ‘n Roll.
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Don Schlitz, storied country songwriter behind such hits as ‘The Gambler,’ dies at 73
Apr 17, 2026 11:28 am - Don Schlitz, the storied country music songwriter known for such hits as “The Gambler,” “On the Other Hand” and “Forever and Ever, Amen,” died Thursday at a Nashville hospital. He was 73.
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Singer D4vd is arrested in the killing of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez
Apr 17, 2026 10:13 am - Singer D4vd has been arrested on suspicion of killing a 14-year-old girl whose decomposed body was found seven months ago in his apparently abandoned Tesla, authorities said Thursday. D4vd’s lawyers declared his innocence.
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Dutch Bros Coffee continues to expand in McHenry County with Algonquin location
Apr 17, 2026 9:45 am - Coming off a recent approval to open in Crystal Lake, drive-through coffee shop Dutch Bros. now has its sights on opening in Algonquin.
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Mendocino Farms restaurant chain opening in Vernon HillsApr 16, 2026 2:59 pm - Mendocino Farms, a fast-casual restaurant known for farm-fresh crafted sandwiches and salads, is opening its first suburban Chicago location Tuesday in Vernon Hills.
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‘Beef’ is back with searing second season, inspired by real-life shouting match
Apr 16, 2026 1:34 pm - Starting from scratch, Season 2 of Lee Sung Jin’s “Beef” on Netflix introduces a pair of warring couples who have crossed paths at a lavish California country club. Spanning Los Angeles and Seoul, the second season makes for another thorny negotiation of the human condition.
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Who should be the next James Bond? A few out-of-the-box ideas.
Apr 16, 2026 1:26 pm - For almost a year, Denis Villeneuve has been on tap to direct the next 007 installment, the first since Daniel Craig exited the role. Producers Amy Pascal and David Heyman have been lined up since March 2025. The big missing piece: Who’ll play the guy in the tux?
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‘Lee Cronin’s The Mummy’ offers a teenage-girl mummy and a messy, overlong gorefest
Apr 16, 2026 10:20 am - The tagline for “Lee Cronin’s The Mummy” is “Some things are meant to stay buried.” That also applies to the misguided “Lee Cronin’s The Mummy,” which should definitely stay deep underground for eternity.