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BASIN EVENTS: Dec. 19-27
COLUMBIA BASIN — It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, and a lot of people will be spending time at home wi…
Michael Apted, director of ‘Up’ documentary series, dies
Michael Apted, the acclaimed British director of the “Up” documentary series and films as diverse as the Loretta Lynn biopic “Coal Miner’s Daughter” and the James Bond film “The World Is Not Enough,” has died. He w…
PBS' 'Masterpiece' marks 50th year with challenges ahead
LOS ANGELES (AP) — As PBS’ “Masterpiece” marks its 50th anniversary Sunday, the drama and mystery showcase could rest on its reputation built with acclaimed programs including “I, Claudius” and “Elizabeth R" and po…
Conservative media decry Capitol riot, but grievances remain
NEW YORK (AP) — Media outlets that appeal to conservatives offered condemnations, explanations and deflections following the U.S. Capitol riot by President Donald Trump's supporters, but little introspection.
Guest lineups for the Sunday news shows
WASHINGTON (AP) — Guest lineups for the Sunday news shows:
Sidelined 'Mean Girls' musical won't reopen on Broadway
NEW YORK (AP) — Producers of the Broadway musical “Mean Girls” have decided not to restart when authorities allow theaters to reopen in New York City, the second and likely not last established show to be a casualt…
Q&A: Javicia Leslie takes on Batwoman role to empower others
LOS ANGELES (AP) — When Javicia Leslie moved to Los Angeles, she frequently rode down the popular Sunset Boulevard to view the row of erected TV and film billboards for inspiration. As an aspiring actor, she often …
Neil Sheehan, Pentagon Papers reporter, Vietnam author, dies
WASHINGTON (AP) — Neil Sheehan, a reporter and Pulitzer Prize-winning author who broke the story of the Pentagon Papers for The New York Times and who chronicled the deception at the heart of the Vietnam War in his…
Review: Steve Earle pays moving tribute to his son's talent
Steve Earle & the Dukes, “J.T." (New West)
Review: Aaron Frazer brings great old school vibes to 2021
Aaron Frazer, “Introducing...” (Dead Oceans/Easy Eye Sound)
Roku buys library of the short-lived streaming service Quibi
Roku is buying the content library of Quibi, the short-lived streaming service, to bulk up its own free ad-supported channel.
Late-night hosts react with shock, anger to Capitol attack
NEW YORK (AP) — Late-night TV show hosts expressed anger and frustration at the violence at the U.S. Capitol, offering somber monologues that pleaded for unity even as some aimed pointed barbs at those they held re…
Review: Khashoggi doc 'The Dissident' is essential viewing
It’s hard to decide what’s most shocking in
Sentimental video tribute closes Trebek's final "Jeopardy!"
More than two months after Alex Trebek’s death, fans of “Jeopardy!” finally got the chance to say goodbye.
Sentimental video tribute opens Trebek's final "Jeopardy!"
More than two months after Alex Trebek’s death, fans of “Jeopardy!” finally got the chance to say goodbye.
Journalists recount harrowing attacks amid Capitol riot
NEW YORK (AP) — Journalists were manhandled, threatened and had their equipment stolen or damaged by supporters of President Donald Trump during this week's riot at the U.S. Capitol.