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Wednesday, May 1, 2013 at 10:22 AM CDT

Jon Stewart Talks Jason Collins Coming Out

Jon Stewart Talks Jason Collins Coming Out

“If you follow the world of sports and/or homosexuality, yesterday brought major news in both,” “The Daily Show” host said Tuesday night.

Sunday, Apr 14, 2013 at 08:39 AM CDT

WATCH: "SNL" Spoofs Gun Control

WATCH: "SNL" Spoofs Gun Control

Gun control, rockets in North Korea and the passing of former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher made for plenty of material on a politically charged episode of Saturday Night Live this week.

Monday, Apr 8, 2013 at 09:50 AM CDT

"SNL" Riffs on N. Korea, Fired Rutgers Coach

"SNL" Riffs on N. Korea, Fired Rutgers Coach

After Justin Timberlake's much-heralded performance, Saturday Night Live had some big shoes to fill this week. This week' host Melissa McCarthy was aided by a slew of big headlines on Weekend Update and several...

Wednesday, Mar 27, 2013 at 06:12 AM CDT

Jon Stewart Cuts into GOP’s “Autopsy,” New Message

Jon Stewart Cuts into GOP’s “Autopsy,” New Message

“The Daily Show” is back! After a two-week break, Jon Stewart and the gang are at it again, and there is a lot to talk about. For instance, the Republican party appears to be facing an identity crisis.

Monday, Mar 11, 2013 at 08:45 AM CDT

Timberlake Sings "Candle in the Wind" for Chavez

Timberlake Sings "Candle in the Wind" for Chavez

If Saturday Night Live's musical guest and host this week Justin TImberlake doesn't enjoy his time on the show, he's an even better actor than everyone thinks. Timberlake and his mega-watt smile reprised...

Thursday, Mar 7, 2013 at 12:37 AM CST

Stewart Talks Voting Rights Act, Supreme Court

Stewart Talks Voting Rights Act, Supreme Court

Jon Stewart’s guest on last night’s “Daily Show” was Sandra Day O’Connor, so it makes sense that prior to talking to the retired Supreme Court justice Stewart did a segment on an important case now in front...

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Chicago School Board Votes to Close 50 Schools

Chicago School Board Votes to Close 50 Schools

The Chicago School Board voted Wednesday to shutter 49 elementary schools and one high school in the nation's third-largest school system despite demonstrations and community outrage over the

Jury Begins Deliberations In Trump Tower Trial

Jury Begins Deliberations In Trump Tower Trial

Woman claims she was "conned" while purchasing two units in Chicago building

Urlacher's End Was Bitter, But Soon We'll Forget

Urlacher's End Was Bitter, But Soon We'll Forget

Former Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher has retired. The lead up to his retirement was filled with tension as the Bears moved on and Urlacher couldn't find a new team, but the end won't be what we remember.

Suburban Chicago School Claims Record For Most Twins

Suburban Chicago School Claims Record For Most Twins

Highcrest Middle School has 23 twins in fifth grade.

Two Bodies Found in Trunk: Police

Two Bodies Found in Trunk: Police

Men were found in a car on the 7100 block of South Oakley Avenue.

Red Sox Beat White Sox, Avoid 3-Game Sweep

Red Sox Beat White Sox, Avoid 3-Game Sweep

Boston 6, Chicago 2