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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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3 Dead, 8 Wounded in Overnight Shootings

3 Dead, 8 Wounded in Overnight Shootings

Marking the start of Memorial Day weekend, Chicago’s violence spiked as three people were killed and at least eight others were injured in overnight shootings across the city.

911 Tapes Reveal Chaos in Richmond Robbery

911 Tapes Reveal Chaos in Richmond Robbery

Witnesses and residents went into a panic as an attempted robbery turned into a shootout in north suburban Richmond earlier this month, and tapes of 911 calls made during the incident describe the chaos...

Longtime Friends Share $7.4 Million Lottery Prize

Longtime Friends Share $7.4 Million Lottery Prize

Pair hits the jackpot after years of playing Illinois Lottery.

Chicago Beaches Open as Temps Dip Into Low 60s

Chicago Beaches Open as Temps Dip Into Low 60s

With temperatures feeling more like October than May, the opening of Chicago’s beaches brings a glimpse of summer to city residents.

Illinois House Approves Concealed Carry Plan

Illinois House Approves Concealed Carry Plan

Gun owners in the only state still banning concealed weapons would win that right under a plan approved by the Illinois House on Friday, but the governor and other powerful Democrats oppose the plan because...

Portage Theater Closes Over Liquor Dispute

Portage Theater Closes Over Liquor Dispute

After a dispute over a liquor license and poor management, the Portage Theater reportedly padlocked its doors and closed indefinitely.