Gawker.com dies next week, killed by an unhappy subject
NEW YORK (AP) — Gawker.com, the brash New York website that broke new ground with its gossipy, no-holds-barred coverage of media, culture and politics, is shutting down after 14 years, brought low by an unhappy, but deep-pocketed, subject.
NEW YORK (AP) — Gawker.com, the brash New York website that broke new ground with its gossipy, no-holds-barred coverage of media, culture and politics, is shutting down after 14 years, brought low by an unhappy, but deep-pocketed, subject.
Royal welcome for Disney's first Latina princess, Elena
The rarefied sorority of Disney princesses has come a long way since 1937's Snow White set the tone, gradually expanding to add Asian, African-American, Native American and Middle Eastern tiara-wearers. Prepare to curtsy before another fresh face: Elena, the first Latina to take the vaunted throne.
The rarefied sorority of Disney princesses has come a long way since 1937's Snow White set the tone, gradually expanding to add Asian, African-American, Native American and Middle Eastern tiara-wearers. Prepare to curtsy before another fresh face: Elena, the first Latina to take the vaunted throne.
Movie shoot brings taste of Hollywood, jobs to Bay Area
Filming began in the Bay Area this week on an independent movie called “No Postage Necessary.” This taste of Hollywood is a welcome change for industry professionals starved for local work.
Filming began in the Bay Area this week on an independent movie called “No Postage Necessary.” This taste of Hollywood is a welcome change for industry professionals starved for local work.
TV psychic Miss Cleo dead at 53, reports TMZ
Iconic and controversial television psychic Miss Cleo has died from cancer at the age of 53, reports TMZ.
Iconic and controversial television psychic Miss Cleo has died from cancer at the age of 53, reports TMZ.
Report: Cosby "completely blind," homebound, "in his own personal hell"
We know Bill Cosby is awaiting trial for the alleged aggravated indecent assault of a woman in 2004, but now the New York Post’s Page Six is reporting on other problems.
We know Bill Cosby is awaiting trial for the alleged aggravated indecent assault of a woman in 2004, but now the New York Post’s Page Six is reporting on other problems.
Pokemon Go causing players real-life pain
Beware: Pokemon Go, a new smartphone game based on cute Nintendo characters like Squirtle and Pikachu, can be harmful to your health.
Beware: Pokemon Go, a new smartphone game based on cute Nintendo characters like Squirtle and Pikachu, can be harmful to your health.
Red carpet rolled out for 'The Infiltrator' premiere
Tampa rolled out the red carpet Wednesday night for the world premiere of Bryan Cranston's new movie 'The Infiltrator,' much of which was shot here in the Bay Area.
Tampa rolled out the red carpet Wednesday night for the world premiere of Bryan Cranston's new movie 'The Infiltrator,' much of which was shot here in the Bay Area.
Free tickets? Better check your Ticketmaster account right now
If you bought tickets using Ticketmaster between 1999 and 2013, pay attention-- oh, and find the password to your Ticketmaster account. There's a good chance we've got free tickets and discount codes waiting for you.
If you bought tickets using Ticketmaster between 1999 and 2013, pay attention-- oh, and find the password to your Ticketmaster account. There's a good chance we've got free tickets and discount codes waiting for you.
Imagine Dragons joins Nate Ruess for 'All is One Orlando Unity Concert'
Grammy Award-winners Imagine Dragons and Nate Ruess have announced the “ALL IS ONE Orlando Unity Concert,” taking place on Wednesday, June 22, 2016 at 7:30 p.m. at Hard Rock Live Orlando.
Grammy Award-winners Imagine Dragons and Nate Ruess have announced the “ALL IS ONE Orlando Unity Concert,” taking place on Wednesday, June 22, 2016 at 7:30 p.m. at Hard Rock Live Orlando.
Slain 'Voice' singer's memorial service held in New Jersey
MEDFORD, N.J. (AP/WTXF) -- A memorial service for "The Voice" singer Christina Grimmie was held in New Jersey Friday.
MEDFORD, N.J. (AP/WTXF) -- A memorial service for "The Voice" singer Christina Grimmie was held in New Jersey Friday.
Police: Christina Grimmie killer at show just to attack her
A gunman opened fire at an Orlando concert venue as a onetime star of "The Voice" signed autographs for fans after a show, killing the female performer before fatally shooting himself, officials said Saturday.
A gunman opened fire at an Orlando concert venue as a onetime star of "The Voice" signed autographs for fans after a show, killing the female performer before fatally shooting himself, officials said Saturday.
'The Biggest Loser' contestant calls for show's cancelation
A former contestant on 'The Biggest Loser' says the reality TV competition needs to be canceled.
A former contestant on 'The Biggest Loser' says the reality TV competition needs to be canceled.
John Berry, co-founder of 'Beastie Boys,' dead at 52
John Berry, one of the founding members of the Beastie Boys, has died at 52 years old.
John Berry, one of the founding members of the Beastie Boys, has died at 52 years old.
Veteran '60 Minutes' newsman Morley Safer dies at 84
Morley Safer, the veteran "60 Minutes" correspondent who was equally at home reporting on social injustices, the Orient Express and abstract art, and who exposed a military atrocity in Vietnam that played an early role in changing Americans' view of the war, died Thursday, according to Kevin Tedesco, a CBS News publicist.
Morley Safer, the veteran "60 Minutes" correspondent who was equally at home reporting on social injustices, the Orient Express and abstract art, and who exposed a military atrocity in Vietnam that played an early role in changing Americans' view of the war, died Thursday, according to Kevin Tedesco, a CBS News publicist.
Wilmette police: Singer Sinead O'Connor found safe
Police in suburban Chicago say Irish singer-songwriter Sinead O'Connor was found safe Monday after officers received a report that she never returned from a Sunday bike ride in the area.
Police in suburban Chicago say Irish singer-songwriter Sinead O'Connor was found safe Monday after officers received a report that she never returned from a Sunday bike ride in the area.
Skull Island: Reign of Kong update at Universal Orlando
Universal Orlando has announced that it is going big with it's new King Kong feature attraction set to open later this summer.
Universal Orlando has announced that it is going big with it's new King Kong feature attraction set to open later this summer.
Suspended WWE wrestler in court for domestic battery
WWE star Adam Rose could take down any opponent, often winning in the ring before being suspended by the organization. Outside the ring, however, he has his struggles.
WWE star Adam Rose could take down any opponent, often winning in the ring before being suspended by the organization. Outside the ring, however, he has his struggles.
Tampa saxophonist toured with Prince while in school
Prince's iconic music will live on forever, not only through his recordings, but through the people who played with him.
Prince's iconic music will live on forever, not only through his recordings, but through the people who played with him.
2 Chainz gets heat over 'veteran' clothing line
A clothing line being promoted by Atlanta area rapper 2 Chainz is drawing a lot of ire for its apparent parody of the popular, yet unofficial military veteran badges and hats.
A clothing line being promoted by Atlanta area rapper 2 Chainz is drawing a lot of ire for its apparent parody of the popular, yet unofficial military veteran badges and hats.
Burt Reynolds shares big screen with Southeastern Guide Dogs
Some big-name celebrities are helping put Southeastern Guide Dogs in the spotlight with a touching story. Burt Reynolds, Amy Smart, Liam McIntyre, and AJ Michalka play roles in the movie, written and directed by Manatee County native Castille Landon.
Some big-name celebrities are helping put Southeastern Guide Dogs in the spotlight with a touching story. Burt Reynolds, Amy Smart, Liam McIntyre, and AJ Michalka play roles in the movie, written and directed by Manatee County native Castille Landon.