Entertainment & Sports
Lawyer: R. Kelly gained weight, lost money ahead of trial
R. Kelly’s lawyer says the R&B star has gained weight and lost money while awaiting a sex-trafficking trial that starts in earnest next week Original Article
Garth Brooks reassessing stadium tour because of COVID surge
Country star Garth Brooks says he will be reassessing whether to continue future dates on his stadium tour in light of the rising number of COVID-19 cases across the country Original Article
Jussie Smollett lawyers get more time to prepare arguments
A judge has granted lawyers for Jussie Smollett more time to prepare arguments on several issues, including whether they can introduce a key witness’s previous conviction for battery Original Article
Fox employee alleges harassment, discrimination in lawsuit
An associate producer has filed a lawsuit against Fox News Network Original Article
Charles Connor, drummer for Little Richard, dies at age 86
Charles Connor, known for being Little Richard’s drummer who performed with other music greats including James Brown and Sam Cooke, has died Original Article
‘Jungle Cruise’ sails atop box office despite COVID concerns
Despite growing concerns over the delta variant, “Jungle Cruise” drew moviegoers Original Article
Family: Zydeco musician Chris Ardoin shot while performing
He was the headliner performing at Zydeco Bike Fest when he was shot, his wife. Original Article
Florida breaks record with more than 21,000 new COVID cases
Federal health officials say Florida has reported more than 21,600 new cases of COVID-19, the state’s highest one-day total since the start of the pandemic Original Article
Broadway to require vaccinations, masks for audience members
COVID-19 vaccinations and masks will be required for all Broadway audience members when theaters reopen in the coming weeks Original Article
Guest lineups for the Sunday news shows
Guest lineups for the Sunday news shows Original Article