Lincoln Park Zoo's Kovler Lion House had spaces that made staff and guests "uncomfortable" to see lions in, the zoo CEO says. Now it will be renovated thanks to a $15M donation that allows construction to begin.
The Shedd Aquarium, one of Chicago's most popular tourists draws, is also heavily involved in research. The Tribune joined a recent trip aboard its research boat in the Bahamas on a race-against-time project to save the world's coral.
The booming Pilsen music scene will add a new venue, the 3,800-capacity Radius
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Howard Reich speaks with Penn & Teller pianist Mike Jones about his upcoming engagement at the Green Mill Jazz Club.
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In an interview alongside his film’s star, Paul Walter Hauser, Eastwood spoke with The Associated Press about his struggle to get the film made, finding success in Hollywood despite being an introvert, and criticisms of the film’s accuracy.
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“In the Heights” arrives in theaters June 26, 2020.
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Why Survivor removed contestant Dan Spilo
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Lincoln Park Zoo's Kovler Lion House had spaces that made staff and guests "uncomfortable" to see lions in, the zoo CEO says. Now it will be renovated thanks to a $15M donation that allows construction to begin.
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The deal was praised by a plaintiff and some lawyers but criticized by others who say those who opt out are punished.
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Dec 11, 2019
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As often happens after an unexpected death, Juice Wrld’s music soared in popularity after his passing on Sunday, with streams climbing nearly 500% on that day alone.
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Lizzo, who's toting eight shiny Grammy nominations with her as she heads into 2020, is Time's 2019 Entertainer of the Year.
By Christie D'Zurilla
Dec 11, 2019
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With a nod (or two) to David Lynch, Jennifer Reeder's trippy mystery involves a high schooler's secret life, her disappearance and the world she leaves behind.
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The top 10 shows of the year in Chicago theater include "Six" at Chicago Shakes and several standouts at Court Theatre.
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The booming Pilsen music scene will add a new venue, the 3,800-capacity Radius
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Flannery and longtime friend Jane Lynch bring their cabaret show "Swingin Little Christmas" to Chicago.
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In a year also marked by notable losses, heroics in Paris, an overdue step for Frank Lloyd Wright landmarks and new life for a Chicago eyesore were all good news. Plus, of course, Starbucks. Our Top 10, plus some notable losses.
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Best TV shows of 2019: 'Watchmen,' 'When They See Us,' 'Unbelievable,' 'Succession' and more
By Hank Stuever
Dec 11, 2019
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Lookingglass Theatre announces new ensemble members and artistic associates
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“Surviving R. Kelly Part II: The Reckoning” is scheduled to start airing Jan. 2 on the Lifetime network.
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Howard Reich writes about what jazz and classical music uniquely offer our troubled times.
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'Black Christmas" movie and #MeToo
By Sonaiya Kelley, Los Angeles Times
Dec 11, 2019
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Scarlett Johansson received two individual nominations, “Parasite” scored a best ensemble nod and both “The Irishman” and “Once Upon a Time ... in Hollywood" solidified their Oscar favorite status in nominations announced Wednesday for the 26th Screen Actors Guild Awards.
By JAKE COYLE
Dec 11, 2019
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What kids might want to see on screens now or coming soon.
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