Entertainment
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D’Angelo, Grammy-winning R&B singer who became an icon with ‘Untitled (How Does It Feel),’ dies at 51
Oct 14, 2025 12:02 pm - D’Angelo, the Grammy-winning R&B singer recognized by his raspy yet smooth voice and for garnering mainstream attention with the shirtless “Untitled (How Does It Feel)” music video, has died. He was 51.
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Alec and Stephen Baldwin escape injury after their vehicle hits a tree in New York
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‘Every detail matters’: The joy of sharing a meal is key for owners of Gia Mia, Livia, moto imōto
Oct 14, 2025 10:18 am - “Whether it’s a rustic Italian trattoria, a sleek Pan-Asian lounge or a vibrant wood-fired kitchen, we create places that feel familiar yet exciting — places people want to return to,” said chef Mike Bomberger of BG Hospitality Group’s restaurants, which include Gia Mia, moto imōto, Livia Italian Eatery and more.
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Things to do Oct. 17-23: All Hallows Eve, Halloween events, Adam Sandler, iLuminate and moreOct 14, 2025 10:12 am - Magic, monsters and mythical entertainment come together at Naper Settlement’s All Hallows Eve this weekend. Plus, mark your calendar for comedy shows from Adam Sandler and Nate Bargatze, Halloween events, iLuminate at the Genesee and more.
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Oprah Winfrey picks Megha Majumdar’s ‘A Guardian and a Thief’ for book club
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What made John Candy great? A new book is a welcome reminder.
Oct 14, 2025 7:13 am - Whether he was in a goofy skit with his pals or stuck in one of Hollywood’s awful ideas, John Candy always delivered. In “John Candy: A Life in Comedy,” author Paul Myers delves into a comic actor who has been largely forgotten since his death, at just 43, in 1994.
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Johnny Cash’s son revisits his father’s ‘Lyrics and Legacy’ with Terri Hemmert on Oct. 30Oct 14, 2025 12:25 am - On Oct. 30, producer, singer-songwriter and author John Carter Cash will join Chicago radio legend Terri Hemmert and longtime Johnny Cash chronicler Mark Stielper for “Johnny Cash: Lyrics and Legacy.”
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Ink and drink: Martini Room in Elgin hosts first flash tattoo eventOct 13, 2025 3:29 pm - Martini Room in Elgin held an unusual event last week. It hosted three local tattoo artists who gave flash tattoos to customers.
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Elgin Symphony Orchestra cellist and pianist to perform at St. Charles libraryOct 13, 2025 2:20 pm - The St. Charles Public Library continues its Sunday Concert Series with a special performance by two members of the Elgin Symphony Orchestra on Oct. 19.
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Scarecrow contest winners announced for the 40th St. Charles Scarecrow WeekendOct 13, 2025 1:09 pm - The 40th annual St. Charles Scarecrow Weekend featured live entertainment, family-friendly fall activities, and a scarecrow contest with over 120 entries.