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Musician Charles Neville of The Neville Brothers dead at 79
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Kelis says marriage with Nas had ‘a lot of physical and mental abuse’
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Singer Janelle Monae identifies as queer, pansexual in Rolling Stone interview
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DJ Avicii’s family issues second statement: ‘He wanted to find peace’
Cardi B cancels some tour dates due to pregnancy
Cardi B is canceling some tour dates this summer due to her pregnancy. The rapper, whose major label album “Invasion of Privacy” debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart, revealed her pregnancy on “Saturday Night Live” after reports speculated she was expecting. It is her first child with her fiance, Migos rapper Offset....
This ice cream shop is one of Springfield’s hidden gems for sweet treats
Don’t let a familiar name fool or confuse you — this place full of sweet stuff you’ll love is most definitely all about our town. MORE POPULAR STORIES: How did Winans get to Springfield? The coffee shop’s story started in 1933 Restaurant: Hershey’s Ice Cream Springfield Location: 1540 Moorefield Road in Northridge Contact:
Facebook.com/hersheyicecreamspringfield...
Twitter says Kanye West lost followers because of technical ‘inconsistency’
After a string of tweets that expressed his support for President Donald Trump, some media outlets have reported that dozens of celebrities have unfollowed Kanye West on Twitter. >> Read more trending news Although the rapper clarified that he does not agree with everything Trump does, he has posted a photo of himself in a Make America Great Again hat and shared one of a MAGA hat signed...
Chance the Rapper defends Kanye West, says ‘black people don’t have to be democrats’
Chance the Rapper is in hot water for a tweet that seems to defend his fellow rapper and friend Kanye West. >> Read more trending news The Chicago Tribune reported that West started a series of tweets Wednesday that appeared to criticize former President Barack Obama and support President Donald Trump. West tweeted a photo of himself in a Make America Great Again hat and...
‘Avengers: Infinity War’ stars become ‘Marvel Bunch’ thanks to Jimmy Fallon
They’re known for beating the bad guys and saving the world on the big screen, but the cast of the “Avengers: Infinity War” showed off their lesser-known group talents - singing. On “The Tonight Show” Wednesday, Robert Downey Jr. and Chris Pratt led their respective teams in their take on the classic “Brady Bunch” theme song, called “The...
JUST ANNOUNCED: Carly Pearce to headline next K99.1FM charity concert
Dayton’s premiere country radio station is once again giving back with a charity concert, and the lineup is nothing to wag a tail at. The acts have been announced for the next K99.1FM Concert For A Cause. Runaway June, Lindsay Ell, Cam and Carly Pearce will be performing at May’s Concert For A Cause on May 24 at Miami Valley Gaming benefiting SICSA Pet Adoption...
'Avengers' stars raised $500,000 in charity while filming in Atlanta
“Avengers: Infinity War,” in wide release Friday, was filmed largely in Atlanta. While the Marvel stars were in town, they put their talents to use in a very special performance to raise $500,000 for a very worthy cause: hurricane recovery efforts in Puerto Rico. Proceeds from the November event at the Fox Theatre benefited the Hurricane Maria Community Relief & Recovery Fund at the...
She stalked the Golden State Killer until she died. Some think her work led to suspect's arrest.
She knew his blood type, his build, his habits and the way he breathed. She knew his twisted proclivities, embarrassing faults of his anatomy and exacting details about dozens of rapes and 12 murders that police believe he committed. And after tracking him and the gruesome trail of crimes he had left throughout California, for years, she even seemed to know how it would all end. But Michelle McNamara...
Prince Harry asks Prince William to be best man at royal wedding to Meghan Markle
Prince Harry has asked his brother, Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, to be his best man at his wedding to American actress Meghan Markle.
GQ magazine calls Bible 'foolish,' lists it among books 'you don't have to read'
The Bible’s been around for centuries, but GQ magazine is like, eh? What’s so great about it? The Good Book makes the mag’s list of “21 Books You Don’t Have to Read.” While allowing “there are some good parts,” the post calls the Bible “repetitive, self-contradictory, sententious, foolish and even at times ill-intentioned.&rdquo...
Meghan Markle’s ‘Suits’ character ties the knot with co-star in her final episode
Before American actress Meghan Markle marries British royal Prince Harry next month in real life she married her co-star as lawyer Rachel Zane in her final episode of the television drama “Suits.” >> Read more trending news The last episode featuring Markle aired Wednesday night on USA Network and it also marked the last appearance on the show for her co-star and...
Kim Kardashian defends Kanye West, accuses Twitter users of ‘demonizing’ him
Musician Kanye West made his return to Twitter earlier this month to chat about a number of topics from new music to politics. However, some of his tweets have fallen flat and have not been well received, so his wife Kim Kardashian West is now coming to his defense. >> Read more trending news Many on social media have expressed concern over West’s mental health, but Kardashian...
Hypnobirthing delivery technique reportedly used by Kate Middleton but what is it?
Catherine, the Duchess of Cambridge, formerly known as Kate Middleton, gave birth to a baby boy on Monday. >> Read more trending news This is the third child for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, who welcomed their new son into the world in the Lindo Wing at St Mary’s Hospital in London. According to reports, Middleton endured a five-hour labor without pain relief as a part...
Blake Shelton tweets dig at ex Miranda Lambert amid reports she’s dating Evan Felker
Miranda Lambert is reportedly dating folk musician Evan Felker, and fans of her ex-husband Blake Shelton seem to think that one of Shelton’s tweets is about her. According to Us Weekly, Shelton has called out Lambert in a subtweet posted Wednesday. Us Weekly reported on Tuesday that Lambert, was dating Felker, of the neo-folk group Turnpike Troubadours. >> Read...
Whistleblower sparks investigation into Georgia film tax credits
Georgia state officials are investigating after an anonymous whistleblower came forward with allegations that Warner Bros. improperly claimed more than $600,000 in Georgia tax credits for work on the movie “Sully,” the industry publication Variety reported. >> Read more trending news The 2016 film, directed by Clint Eastwood and starring Tom Hanks as heroic...
‘Double Dare’ returns to Nickelodeon with 40 new episodes
“Double Dare,” the children’s game show that originally aired on Nickelodeon in the late ‘80s and early ‘90s, is coming back this summer. Nickelodeon announced Wednesday that 40 new episodes of the show will give younger, newer fans the chance to compete on the nostalgic trivia and stunt competition. >> Read more trending news “With Double...
Cedar Point rolls out record-breaking new hybrid coaster
It seems that even roller coasters can be vengeful. For proof of that, turn to Steel Vengeance, Cedar Point’s new 75-mile-per-hour roller coaster. The Sandusky amusement park bills it as the world’s first “hyper-hybrid” coaster and calls it a “massive wooden structure with smooth, steel track.” The park’s official opening date is May 5. ...
Fleetwood Mac announces tour dates, discusses Lindsey Buckingham departure
Fleetwood Mac has announced dates for its 2018 North American tour, weeks after the firing of Lindsey Buckingham. The band replaced Buckingham with Crowded House’s Neil Finn and Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers’ Mike Campbell, according to an April 9 statement. “We are thrilled to welcome the musical talents of the caliber of Mike Campbell and Neil Finn into the Mac...
Springfield Summer Arts Festival to bring in new acts, old favorites
Dust off the lawn chairs and shake out the blankets. The Veterans Park Amphitheater stage will become the hottest activity spot in town in a matter of weeks. The Springfield Arts Council’s 52nd Summer Arts Festival will bring 26 nights and one day of entertainment beginning June 14 and running through July 21. Admission remains free and pass-the-hat donations can be made during intermissions...
‘Welcome home’: Meek Mill attends Philadelphia 76ers game after prison release
Hours after it was announced he would be released from prison, rapper Meek Mill attended Game 5 of the NBA playoffs between the Philadelphia 76ers and Miami Heat. “Welcome home Meek Mill,” the public announcer said at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, The Associated Press reported. Cheers erupted from the crowd and Meek walked out onto the court to ring a Liberty...
A movie, popcorn and a drink for $10? Tuesday AMC deal is making it happen
Going to the movies is an expensive night out for many. But AMC is looking to fix that--at least on Tuesdays. Their $5 Ticket Tuesday deal that was initially only supposed to last a limited time will now be permanent. So, how does it work? AMC Stubs members can purchase a $5 movie ticket at any AMC, AMC CLASSIC or AMC DINE-IN location (or online) each Tuesday. They can also indulge in the $5...
JUST IN: Pizza Hut to expand Dayton-area footprint with 2 new locations
The Ohio-based franchisee for Pizza Hut has signed leases for two new Dayton-area restaurants after determining that the region is under-served by the national pizza chain. “We are expanding in Dayton, and we are very excited,” Carol Magazzeni, director of marketing and public relations for Hallrich Inc., based in Stow in northeast Ohio. Hallrich purchased the rights to...
5 local country artists to watch — and where you can watch them
This Wednesday, four hot local country music acts will take to the stage to raise money for Moms 4 Miracles. M4M is a component fund of The Dayton Foundation that supports children with cancer around the Dayton-area. The musical acts include Clark Manson, Kate Hasting Band, Wyatt McCubbin and Ashley Martin. These are among the biggest names in local country music. We spoke with Nancy Wilson...
Here’s when you can see the movie Robert Redford, Casey Affleck and Danny Glover filmed in downtown Dayton
The countdown has begun for the release of the A-star movie filmed in Cincinnati and parts of Dayton and Hamilton last year. “Old Man and The Gun,” starring Robert Redford, Danny Glover, Casey Affleck and Sissy Spacek, is set to be released on Oct. 5, according to Fox Searchlight. The movie based on bank robber and escape artist Forrest “Woody&rdquo...
Rapper Ralo flew drugs across U.S., sold them from apartments he rented, police say
An Atlanta rapper, accused of running a cross-country drug operation, was denied bond Tuesday, according to WSB-TV. >> Read more trending news Terrell Davis, known by his stage name Ralo, faces a federal charge of possession with intent to distribute. Authorities allege Davis sold drugs from several apartment units he rents in Atlanta dubbed “Ralo&rsquo...
Prince’s family sues Illinois hospital, Walgreens in singer’s overdose death
Members of Prince’s family have filed a lawsuit against an Illinois hospital and the Walgreens pharmacy chain, contending both could have done more to prevent the legendary entertainer’s opioid overdose death in April 2016, according to news reports. >> Read more trending news The suit follows a decision made last week by the Carver County Attorney Mark Metz against...
’Schoolhouse Rock’ composer, jazz musician Bob Dorough dead at 94
Gen Xers and millennials may not recognize the name, but they’ll certainly recognize the music and lyrics Bob Dorough wrote for “Schoolhouse Rock.” >> Read more trending news Children who grew up in the 1970s and 80s watching Saturday-morning television invariaby saw and can probably recite Dorough’s “Conjunction Junction,” one of the best-known Grammar...
Rapper Meek Mill released from prison after 5 months
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has ordered the immediate release of rapper Meek Mill. TMZ reported that the 30-year-old, whose birth name is Robert Rihmeek Williams, was denied bail last week by Judge Genece Brinkley. Brinkley had been criticized for having what some considered a bias against Meek. >> Read more trending news In November, Meek was sentenced to two to four...
Kevin Hart reckons with cheating scandal in new J. Cole music video
Kevin Hart is known for starring in box office films, but he took on a smaller role in a J. Cole music video that references his past infidelities. On Friday, the rapper released his fifth studio album, “KOD,” and it includes the song “Kevin’s Heart,” which alludes to the comedian’s public cheating scandals. >> Read more trending news ...
New ‘Venom’ trailer shows Venom
Comic book movie fans have finally gotten a full look at the main character in “Venom.” Sony Pictures dropped its latest trailer for the upcoming film and Tom Hardy’s take on reporter Eddie Brock. >> Read more trending news In the trailer, it shows Brock being taken over by the Symbiotes, protecting him from attack and giving him newfound strength. While Venom is technically...
How did Winans get to Springfield? The coffee shop’s story started in 1933
Who doesn’t love the taste and aroma of a great cup of coffee? Downtown Springfield has a spot you’re sure to like. RESTAURANT: Winans Chocolates & Coffees LOCATION: 32 N. Fountain Ave., Springfield CONTACT: https://www.facebook.com/WinansSpringfield/ TELEPHONE: (937) 717-0268 At the start of the 20th century, Charles and Katie Walton owned a pastry shop in Bryan, Ohio. Their daughter...
Son of Dusty Rhodes carves out his own American dream in pro wrestling
Born the son of one of pro wrestling’s most beloved figures, Cody Rhodes had been part of that colorful community of performers and fans for most of his 32 years. Also for about 32, he has run into spoilsports and naysayers who can’t wait to opine that wrestling is fake. Fortunately, he’s had decades to come up with a pithy comeback. "I usually say, ‘Well, Christian...
Madonna loses lawsuit to reclaim Tupac love letter, reports say
A judge has denied Madonna’s request to reclaim of an old love letter she received from Tupac due to a release she signed nearly 15 years ago, reports say. In 2017, the singer sued an auctioneer, Gotta Have It! Collectibles, and former art consultant Darlene Lutz over the sale of some personal items that went missing after she moved out her Miami home. >> Read more...
Macaulay Culkin doesn’t watch ‘Home Alone’ much, won’t make iconic face
If fans run into Macaulay Culkin and ask the star to make his signature “Home Alone” face, they’re going to be disappointed. People reported that the actor, 37, who is best known as a child star who played Kevin McCallister in the 1990 holiday comedy says his notoriety makes him keep his head low around Christmas time. >> Read more trending news “I definitely...
Fairies, gypsies and carnival scenes: Why you should visit this new Springfield art exhibit
Imagine multiple hot air balloons, tree houses and carousels in one room. You can’t board them physically, but in the mind, the possibilities abound. “Sharri Paula Phillips: Marvelous Journeys” displays 32 of the Yellow Springs-based artist’s pieces in the Springfield Museum of Art’s Chakeres Gallery. » READ MORE: Check out this Springfield art gallery that only...
Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson, girlfriend Lauren Hashian welcome second child
Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson and his girlfriend Lauren Hashian have welcomed a second daughter to their family. Us Weekly reported that the action star announced the news in the form of an Instagram post. The image shows Johnson cradling his daughter, named Tiana Gia Johnson, as she rests on his bare chest. >> Read more trending news “Blessed and proud to bring another strong...
Beyoncé, Google announce more HBCU scholarships
Beyoncé has partnered with Google to give more scholarships this year. The singer’s BeyGOOD initiative initially announced a $100,000 donation to four historically black colleges April 16, just after Beyonce’s Coachella headlining set. >> Read more trending news The announcement last week said that $25,000 each will go to Tuskegee University...
Need a place to eat? These 5 area restaurants should be part of your plans
Every area has a sampling of places to eat that might not always been top of mind. Have you eaten at these area hot spots? MORE POPULAR STORIES Why this old-school restaurant is one of the area’s best-kept dining secrets This Clark County restaurant is about as ‘mom and pop’ as it gets HISTORIC CLIFTON MILL Pancakes as big as your head with a scenic view of the rushing water surrounding...
Michael Jackson’s first moonwalk shoes up for auction
The shoes worn by Michael Jackson when he did the moonwalk for the first time are up for auction. CNN reported that the King of Pop’s Florsheim Imperial leather shoes which were owned by the late singer, are being auctioned by GWS Auctions. >> Read more trending news The black loafers were worn by Jackson when he did his signature moonwalk dance while performing &ldquo...
Ex-NFL kicker Jay Feely apologizes for 'joke' prom date gun photo
Former NFL kicker Jay Feely said he was trying to be funny when he posed in a Twitter photo standing between his daughter and her prom date holding a pistol, but in the wake of the Parkland shootings in February, social media posters did not appreciate the joke, WFLA reported. Feely, who played in the NFL from 2001 to 2014 and is an analyst for CBS Sports, apologized Sunday. In the photo...
Shania Twain apologizes for saying she would have voted for Donald Trump
Shania Twain has apologized for comments she said were in response to a question that caught her off guard. The country-pop singer was quoted in an interview with The Guardian published Sunday in which she said she would have voted for President Donald Trump. >> Read more trending news “I would have voted for him because, even though he was offensive, he seemed honest,” Twain...
Hamilton landmark hosting its biggest event ever this weekend
The third annual celebration of International Sculpture Day at Hamilton’s Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum will be the biggest yet, with about three times as many sculptures at the park on April 29 as are there on a typical day. Officially, International Sculpture Day this year falls on Saturday, April 28, but that also happens to be graduation day for the University of Cincinnati and its...
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