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Obamas, Oprah join Chicago project reading to kids online

Obamas, Oprah join Chicago project reading to kids online

CHICAGO — Barack and Michelle Obama and Oprah Winfrey have joined the ranks of famous Chicagoans who are reading children's books in videos posted online by the Chicago Public Library to engage families during the coronavirus pandemic.
Dan Aykroyd is 'skeptic-busting' and ghost-busting with film and T+E series

Dan Aykroyd is 'skeptic-busting' and ghost-busting with film and T+E series

TORONTO — There's been something strange in Dan Aykroyd's neighbourhood ever since he was born.
NBC acquires Canadian medical drama "Transplant"

NBC acquires Canadian medical drama "Transplant"

UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif. — NBC has acquired the Canadian medical series "Transplant," a 13-episode drama that made its premiere on CTV last February.
As restrictions loosen, can you visit family or friends? Depends where you live

As restrictions loosen, can you visit family or friends? Depends where you live

As provinces begin to relax physical distancing measures on family gatherings during the COVID-19 pandemic, they'll be doing so at their own pace.
Michael Jordan's daughter learns more about her dad

Michael Jordan's daughter learns more about her dad

Jasmine Jordan is getting an intimate look into the psyche of her heralded father, Michael, just like the rest of the world.
How long before we know if reopenings cause virus spikes?

How long before we know if reopenings cause virus spikes?

U.S. states and countries worldwide are cautiously relaxing restrictions while watching for potential spikes in coronavirus infections. Getting the timing right is complicated.
How long before we know if reopenings cause virus spikes?

How long before we know if reopenings cause virus spikes?

U.S. states and countries worldwide are cautiously relaxing restrictions while watching for potential spikes in coronavirus infections. Getting the timing right is complicated.
The drive-in is giving indie films a box office boost

The drive-in is giving indie films a box office boost

LOS ANGELES — Indie films and drive-in theatres don’t usually go together. Drive-ins need the big movies, the ones with superheroes and superstars, to draw substantial audiences.
Beckett Cypher, 21-year-old son of Melissa Etheridge, dies

Beckett Cypher, 21-year-old son of Melissa Etheridge, dies

LOS ANGELES — Melissa Etheridge said Wednesday that her son Beckett Cypher has died. Etheridge released a statement saying opioid addiction was behind Cypher's death.
Should runners wear a face mask outdoors?

Should runners wear a face mask outdoors?

Should runners wear a face mask outdoors? It depends. You won’t always need a face covering while jogging or riding a bike if you're exercising with no one around, but it’s good to carry one just in case. The U.S.
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