EDITORIAL: Casino isn't a sure bet for Calumet City

Calumet City Mayor Michelle Markieiwicz Qualkinbush is right to be concerned about the number of vacant homes in the city. But looking to a casino as an answer to the city's problems is a big gamble.

OFFBEAT: Region readers recognize vintage Chuck Berry Hammond poster

Phil Potempa's daily entertainment news column.

Big Hurt plans full-time return to big city

Las Vegas somehow just didn’t seem Frank Thomas’ style, even after years of raising his second family just off of The Strip.

Right 'Price': Stage version of classic CBS game show returns to Star Plaza Theatre

Last year, CBS game show staple "The Price Is Right" celebrated a 40th anniversary to mark its debut on Sept. 4, 1972.

"Jersey Boys" Las Vegas Celebrate Fifth Anniversary With Special Guests Frankie Valli and Bob Gaudio

Bob Gaudio (left) and Frankie Valli celebrate the fifth anniversary of the musical "Jersey Boys" in Las Vegas, now playing a standing run at Paris Las Vegas Hotel and Casino. The legendary musical duo were honored with a cake and a star on the Las Vegas Walk of Stars on March 21, 2013 in Las Vegas

Jersey Boys Las Vegas Celebrate Fifth Anniversary With Special Guests Frankie Valli and Bob Gaudio

Bob Gaudio (left) and Frankie Valli celebrate the fifth anniversary of the musical "Jersey Boys" in Las Vegas, now playing a standing run at Paris Las Vegas Hotel and Casino. The legendary musical duo were honored with a cake and a star on the Las Vegas Walk of Stars on March 21, 2013 in Las Vegas

OFFBEAT: Frankie Valli honored with star on Las Vegas' Walk of Stars

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Vegas-related exhibit opening at Elvis' Graceland

A new exhibit at Graceland showcases Elvis Presley's strong connection to Las Vegas, where he performed and vacationed.

OFFBEAT: Lowell grad turned PR maven at next week's Oscars

Phil Potempa's daily entertainment news column.

C.P. officials attending Vegas convention to promote city

CROWN POINT | City officials will travel to a spring shopping center convention for a sixth straight year.

Westville bantamweight Wineland meets Pickett at Saturday's UFC 155

LAS VEGAS | It's not that Eddie Wineland doesn't want a shot at a UFC title. He does.

Growing animal rescue group is work of teen actor

The person behind one of the country's fastest-growing animal rescues can't even vote yet. And neither can most of the people leading its 10 chapters across the nation.

OFFBEAT: Liberace would have loved Chicago's Pullman Christmas homes

Phil Potempa's daily entertainment news column.

Liberace Christmas 1977

Liberace, who died at age 67 in 1987, loved decorating his homes during Christmas, including spending as much as $25,000 per year just on decorations and floral.

Dancers Caroline Hamilton and Kenneth Kollasch III of Arthur Murray Dance Studio

Dancers Caroline Hamilton and Kenneth Kollasch III of Arthur Murray Dance Studio in Merrillville competed in a national dance competition in Las Vegas in the New Professional Division, wining in American Smooth and American Rhythm categories.

Dancers Linda Metzger and Anthony Coberg

Dancer Linda Metzger and Anthony Coberg, owner of the Arthur Murray Dance in Merrillville and his student Mrs. Linda Metzger at last month's Las Vegas national competition.

Stepping it Up: NWI Dance Studio shines with winners at national competition in Vegas

Anthony A. Coberg, owner of the franchisee of the Arthur Murray Dance Studio in Merrillville, believes many people are still unaware of the size and scope of ballroom dancing around the world.

OFFBEAT: Rodman coming to Griffith, Tyson with Broadway in Chicago

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Recovered Titanic jewels to go on display

Most of the jewelry recovered from the wreckage of the Titanic will go on public display for the first time with a three-city tour.

Pence heading west for politicking, training

INDIANAPOLIS | Gov.-elect Mike Pence will travel to Nevada and California this week to meet with his Republican gubernatorial colleagues and attend a training seminar for new governors.