‘Wish’ review: The new Disney animated musical wishes upon a star, and a brand"When You Wish Upon a Star" is one of those songs, like "Somewhere Over the Rainbow," that's bigger than a song. November 22, 2023
‘Rustin’ review: Colman Domingo takes care of business in civil rights activist biopic on NetflixIn Netflix's "Rustin," as civil rights strategist Bayard Rustin, Colman Domingo scales everything beautifully, intimately. November 22, 2023
Column: 1986′s Chicago-shot ‘Running Scared’ is a time capsule of the Thompson Center Google plans a gut rehab of the Thompson Center, but the distinctive interiors are preserved on film thanks to the 1986 movie "Running Scared." November 22, 2023
Holiday lights around Chicago: Top 10 displays for 2023, from Navy Pier to Morton ArboretumThe Tribune's list of light shows in and around Chicago (and beyond), with some indoor displays if you want to avoid the cold. November 22, 2023
Some usual suspects but also real treasures as WTTW brings us some more ‘Beautiful Places’WTTW's Geoffrey Baer is back with “The Most Beautiful Places in Chicago 2,” exploring places including the Chicago Cultural Center and Glessner House. November 22, 2023
Want to drive past the ‘Home Alone’ house? Or the church? A tour of 12 filming locations around Chicago.Watching the 1990 film “Home Alone” has become a must-see each December. With so many of the filming locations nearby, it’s a quick trip to see them. November 22, 2023
O’Hare Airport’s information desks are staffed by volunteers — and they’ve seen it allThey're on the lookout for lost travelers and people who need help. They also absorb a lot of frustration. November 22, 2023
Berlin Nightclub closes after 40 years amidst union boycott A Tuesday afternoon post on the club’s Instagram page announcing the closure did not directly reference the union campaign or boycott. November 21, 2023
Chicago Thanksgiving Parade 2023: Parade route, balloons and moreCelebrating its 89th year, the Chicago Thanksgiving Parade will feature staged performances, marching bands, equestrian groups, floats and more along a half-mile route. November 21, 2023
Review: ‘Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas’ at the Studebaker is a happy holiday show for all agesAny fan of Jim Henson shouldn’t miss this truly splendid addition to the seasonal attractions on offer in Chicago’s Loop. November 21, 2023
Mars Williams, free-jazz musician and saxophonist for the Psychedelic Furs, dies at 68He played in small clubs and concert arenas, always giving his all. An upcoming tribute show at Metro will have fellow musicians from all over the world. November 21, 2023
Rolling Stones to play Soldier Field in support of ‘Hackney Diamonds’ albumThe Rolling Stones announced they’re touring in 2024, including a stop at Chicago's Soldier Field. November 21, 2023
‘Fargo’ Season 5 review: Juno Temple has the skills of MacGyver vs. Jon Hamm’s dangerous Marlboro ManAn anthology series about the violence that exists beneath Minnesota nice, FX's "Fargo" from Noah Hawley returns for Season 5. November 21, 2023
Are there any secrets left in Chicago? Author Lauren Viera says there are 500 of them“The 500 Hidden Secrets of Chicago” by Lauren Viera is divided into 10 sections devoted to food, drink, kids’ stuff, shopping, and other topics and activities. November 21, 2023
A$AP Rocky must stand trial on charges he fired gun at former friend, judge rules A Los Angeles judge ruled Monday that there is enough evidence for A$AP Rocky to stand trial on charges that he fired a gun at a former friend and collaborator outside a Hollywood hotel in 2021. November 20, 2023
Review: ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’ at the Paramount has lots of chocolate, now it just needs to warm upGranted, Roald Dahl’s dark and complex stories from the 1960s are not easy to adapt into family musicals. November 20, 2023
Sony’s Wonderverse bringing ‘Ghostbusters’ and ‘Zombieland’ to life at new entertainment destination inside Oakbrook CenterWonderverse will include both permanent and pop-up themed attractions, from virtual reality quests and escape rooms to old school arcade games. November 20, 2023
Picking through my awkward vinyl past with Jeff Tweedy, whose new book is ‘World Within a Song’It's high concept, I explained, we'd talk about his new book while flipping through a crate of my old record albums. Including "The Official Sesame Street." November 20, 2023
‘Napoleon’ review: Joaquin Phoenix meets his WaterlooRidley Scott’s plan for the Apple TV+ airing of “Napoleon” will restore 90 minutes and likely a battle or three. Will it make for a better experience? Probably. November 20, 2023
Maggie Daley ice skating ribbon opens; other neighborhood rinks to open Friday as temps dropCooler weather is forecast for Thanskgiving weekend, just in time for the opening of Chicago-area ice skating rinks. November 19, 2023