What’s happening: Virus fears hit Africa, markets, schools
PARIS (AP) — Amusement parks, sporting events, religious gatherings, reality TV shows, even schools. More and more of da...
Ex-Gov. Blagojevich returns to Chicago, maintains innocence
CHICAGO (AP) — Rod Blagojevich returned home to Chicago early Wednesday, shaking hands and signing autographs after Pres...
Ex-‘Love Island’ host Caroline Flack found dead in London
LONDON — Caroline Flack, a British television presenter who hosted the controversial reality TV show “Love Island,” has died at age 40, her family sai...
Edie Falco talks new show ‘Tommy’ and staying close to home
NEW YORK — In her role in the news CBS drama “Tommy,” actress Edie Falco plays the first female chief of police in Los Angeles, but the native New Yor...
Rape case to be dropped against doctor who was on reality TV
SANTA ANA, Calif. — Prosecutors will seek to dismiss charges that a doctor who appeared on a reality TV show and his girlfriend raped and drugged wome...
Chip and Joanna Gaines’ Magnolia network to debut on Oct. 4
PASADENA, Calif. — Chip and Joanna Gaines' new Magnolia cable network will debut on Oct. 4, with a dozen shows currently in production.
New BBC America documentary series tackles global change
NEW YORK — If sheer drama is what you crave on TV, look no further than the tale of a fearless mother at the far edge of South America.
Awkwafina gets 2nd season of new cable network comedy series
PASADENA, Calif. — Awkwafina may not have an Oscar nomination, but the breakout star has already secured a second-season renewal of her new Comedy Cen...
NBC: Change will come to ‘America’s Got Talent’ if needed
PASADENA, Calif. — An investigation of Gabrielle Union’s complaints of racism and other troubling behavior on the set of “America’s Got Talent” is bei...
PBS to mark its 50th anniversary with ‘American Portrait’
PASADENA, Calif. — PBS will mark its 50th year with an exploration of what it means to be an American in a rancorous period.
Meghan, Harry miles apart as they start new independent life
LONDON — Prince Harry and his wife Meghan were taking the first steps into their new independent life thousands of miles apart on Friday, as a friend ...
Growth in number of TV series ‘bananas,’ network boss says
PASADENA, Calif. — The mass of television series is certifiably “bananas,” according to the TV executive who has kept a close eye on its growth.
With ‘Megxit,’ Harry and Meghan aim to control media image
The relationship between Britain’s royals and the media is awkward, mistrustful — and seemingly inescapable. But now Meghan and Harry want out.
‘Modern Family’ to bid farewell in April series finale
PASADENA, Calif. — “Modern Family” will air its finale after 11 seasons on April 8, and there are no spin-offs in the works involving its large cast.
Celebrity birthdays for the week of Jan. 12-18
Celebrity birthdays for the week of Jan. 12-18
Son of television producer dies in ski accident in Utah
SALT LAKE CITY — The son of television producer Jenji Kohan, who created the series “Örange is the New Black," died in a New Year's Eve ski accident i...
Jane Seymour on finding new love in her mid-60s: No Tinder
LOS ANGELES — Jane Seymour was in her mid-60s when her husband of 20 years decided it was over. The actress was floored.
TV comedy greats take a bow, make ’em laugh at ceremony
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — “There’s nothing I believe more than this, that laughter adds time to one’s life,” Norman Lear told an audience gathered to ho...
Disney Plus blames past hacks for user accounts sold online
Disney says Disney Plus account passwords being sold in underground hacking forums are coming from previous breaches at other companies, predating las...
Jussie Smollett: Chicago prosecution was malicious
CHICAGO — Former “Empire” actor Jussie Smollett says his $10,000 payment after the close of a criminal case should prevent Chicago from seeking reimbu...
Embattled Illinois prosecutor announces bid for reelection
CHICAGO — A prosecutor who came under harsh criticism when her office suddenly dropped charges against actor Jussie Smollett and is now the subject of...
Chrissy Teigen, Kim Raver and more cheer ‘Sesame Street’
NEW YORK — You can never be too old for "Sesame Street." The beloved children's series premiered 50 years ago this month and is still a favorite among...
Ex-ambassador’s testimony shines light on conservative media
NEW YORK — Former Ukrainian Ambassador Marie Yovanovitch’s impeachment testimony on Friday spotlighted the role of conservative media in her downfall ...
An ambassador fired: What to watch on Day 2 of impeachment
WASHINGTON — An ambassador, her firing and a pair of fixers.
N. Scott Momaday remembers 1969 Pulitzer, promises memoir
SANTA FE, N.M. — Kiowa writer N. Scott Momaday, who won a Pulitzer Prize in 1969 for his groundbreaking novel “House Made of Dawn,” said he’s not done...
‘Bits and pieces:’ Americans view impeachment on their terms
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — Cattle rancher Jeffery Gatzke in South Dakota was listening in as he worked on his tractor in his workshop. The first public heari...
‘Sad day’ or a ‘scam’? What to watch at impeachment hearing
WASHINGTON — House Democrats are giving President Donald Trump a reality show for the ages as they take their case public for his impeachment.
A Whole New World: Disney streaming debuts with hit brands
NEW YORK — Disney will sprinkle its pixie dust on the streaming arena Tuesday, as its Disney Plus service debuts with an arsenal of marquee franchises...
What you get for $7-a-month Disney Plus subscription
NEW YORK — "The Simpsons," ''Cinderella" and several movies from the Star Wars and Marvel universes will share a streaming home Tuesday as Disney Plus...