Sculpture park acquires 'Wind Waves'

This sculpture by Mexican artist Yvonne Domenge, "Wind Waves," is now part of the permanent collection at the Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park in University Park.

OFFBEAT: Jim Belushi returning for One-Year Anniversary of Chicagoland's Rivers Casino

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Where Are They Now?: Willie Williams

Willie Williams was as fast as the speed of light.

GSU professor addresses international conference

UNIVERSITY PARK | Tony Labriola, professor of television and film in the Division of Digital Learning and Media Design at Governors State University, recently presented a keynote address to the 23rd International Conference on Systems Research, sponsored by the International Institute for Ad…

GSU professor addresses international conference

Tony Labriola

OFFBEAT: New book by John Wayne Gacy's lawyer a chilling read

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Jim Belushi performs at gala opening of Rivers Casino

Actor and entertainer Jim Belushi performed for the VIP opening gala of the new Rivers Casino in Des Plaines, Ill., on Sunday, July 17, 2011.

OFFBEAT: Jim Belushi helps open Chicagoland's Rivers Casino

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The Ultimate Thriller

The national tribute tour to Michael Jackson called "The Ultimate Thriller" is part of Governors State University's announced 2011-2012 season at their Center for Performing Arts.

OFFBEAT: 'Bridesmaids' film a clever and funny journey through romantic twists and turns

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Check out what Simon says in Chicagoland

If you're a fan of "The X Factor," you'll want to be in the live audience during the Judges' Auditions today and Friday at the Sears Centre Arena in Hoffman Estates, Ill.

Former Griffith woman valued people

Marguerite Esposito Davis nurtured her garden, her marriage, her career and anyone who loved her.

Beecher man's model railroad models his past

For Gordon "Bud" Ellinghausen, it's a joy, making tracks to his 1880s barn in rural Beecher. The retired developer climbs the wooden steps to the loft and steps into a self-engineered wonderland. Trains whistle, crossing gates rise and lights blink on his fantasy model railroad.