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See Justin Timberlake and Jay-Z Live in Chicago

Townsquare Media — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 04:15:49 +0000

Put on your suit and tie – it’s time to fly to Chicago to see Justin Timberlake and Jay-Z together at the Windy City’s legendary Soldier Field stadium. Enter below to win two tickets to Justin Timberlake and Jay-Z’s Legends of the Summer show on Monday, July 22 in Chicago. You’ll also get roundtrip airfare for two [...]

Vicious Tornadoes Tear Through Oklahoma Once Again, At Least 5 Dead [UPDATED]

Drew Weisholtz — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 01:34:18 +0000

UPDATE Saturday 6:15 a.m. EST: The number of reported fatalities is at least five, with another 71 injuries caused by what authorities say are a total of 17 tornadoes ripping through the Midwest on Friday. UPDATE 10:12 p.m. EST: The Associated Press reports a mother and a baby have died due to the tornadoes. Their [...]

Aftermath of Oklahoma Tornado in Photos

Stephanie McMaster — Tue, 21 May 2013 02:53:54 +0000

A massive tornado touched down just south of Oklahoma City on Monday, killing dozens.

At least seven of those killed were students at Plaza Towers Elementary School in Moore. The twister, which measured 2 miles at one point, has been given a preliminary classification of an EF-4 tornado (winds of 166 to 200 mph), according to weather officials.

How You Can Help Victims of the Tornado in Oklahoma

Chris Kissel — Mon, 20 May 2013 23:38:51 +0000

A huge tornado touched down just outside of Oklahoma City earlier today, causing widespread destruction and leaving behind a yet-untold number of casualties. To see how you can help those affected, see the list below. This list will continue to be updated. The Oklahoma City Red Cross You can donate to the Oklahoma City Red Cross now. [...]

Dr. Joyce Brothers Dies at Age 85

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 13 May 2013 23:05:43 +0000

Dr. Joyce Brothers, the psychologist whose career included a syndicated column, books, stints on television and in film, has died. She was 85. Brothers passed away Monday in New York City, although no cause of death has been revealed. Brothers first rose to fame by winning the top prize in 1955 while a contestant on [...]

Win $10,000 Online + $1,000 Just By Listening To Power 95.9 FM

Townsquare Media — Wed, 01 May 2013 09:00:53 +0000

It’s your chance to win cash! Two chances at a $1,000 each weekday just by listening to Power 95.9 FM. AND you can win $10,000 this month, right here on power959.com. Man, that’s a lot of cabbage. Listen Monday through Friday, all through May for two chances each day to call in and win $1,000. [...]

Manhunt Over: Boston Marathon Bombing Suspect Captured

Stephanie McMaster — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 00:50:50 +0000

A massive manhunt that spanned several Boston communities has come to an end with Boston police announcing that 19-year-old Dzokhar Tsarnaev, the second suspect in the Boston Marathon bombing, has been captured. “Tonight our nation is in debt to the people of Boston and of Massachusetts,” President Barack Obama said following Tsarnaev’s arrest. The manhunt began with [...]

Boston Marathon Bombers: One Suspect Captured; One Dead [UPDATED]

Chris Chaberski — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 22:20:23 +0000

The second suspect in the Boston Marathon bombing has been captured. Dzokhar Tsarnaev was taken into police custody Friday night -- five days after the bombing that left three dead and left more than 100 injured, police said. The 19-year-old was apprehended after a manhunt that began Thursday night with the fatal shooting of an MIT officer and extended into the evening hours on Friday.

'The Voice' Blind Auditions — Coaches Continue to Fill Their Teams

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 13:06:05 +0000

The second week of blind auditions on ‘The Voice’ — where the coaches flip their chairs around (or not) after listening to contestants sing — kicked off Monday night. The coaches continued to fill their teams with singers, and they also battle each other to win the, uh, affection of the competitors. Here’s how the [...]

Katy Perry and John Mayer Break Up Again!

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 23:53:02 +0000

Over. Done. The end. Splitsville. Dunzo. Broken up. That’s the status of the romance between Katy Perry and her musical paramour John Mayer. But wait, there’s good news. Two sources told Us Weekly that while the couple has broken up for the second time — the first was early on in their relationship, back in [...]

Wedding Survey Reveals You'd Better Start Saving for the Big Day Now

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 13:56:47 +0000

Before you walk down the aisle, you may want to walk down to the bank to make sure you’ve got enough money in your account. A new survey of 17,500 women married last year sheds some hard-to-believe light on just how much weddings cost. Hold on to your bouquet because the average wedding cost $28,427 [...]

Justin Bieber Collapses in London During Concert

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 01:29:34 +0000

Justin Bieber collapsed backstage during his show at the O2 Arena in London on Thursday night. His manager, Scooter Braun, addressed the crowd, telling them that Bieber had been complaining about breathing problems the entire show. He was woozy, collapsed and received an oxygen treatment, out of fan view. Despite the scare, the singer was [...]

'American Idol' Tuesday + Wednesday Recap: 10 Women, 10 Men Perform for Final 10 Slots

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 04:03:34 +0000

The top 10 for season 12 of ‘American Idol‘ is up for grabs, with the 10 remaining women and the 10 remaining men competing for those slots on Tuesday and Wednesday. Only five men and five women will make it after the American viewing audience votes. The results will be revealed tonight. But in the [...]

Win a Trip to Napa to See Goo Goo Dolls, New Kids on the Block and More at Live in the Vineyard

Townsquare Media — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 00:22:09 +0000

A cool walk through the vineyards of Napa Valley – can you imagine a better way to spend a spring evening? How about strolling as the classic sounds of the Goo Goo Dolls and New Kids on the Block filter overhead?

Each year, Napa, CA hosts three days of music and wine in the legendary Napa Valley for Live in the Vineyard. This year, as the Napa Valley hosts the Goo Goo Dolls, New Kids on the Block, and a few other artists we love, we want you to be a part of it.

Adele Documentary in the Works?

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 01:11:11 +0000

If Beyonce can do it, why can’t her fellow belter Adele? And no, we’re not talking about being a celebrated singer or having her first child last year, either. We’re talking about being the subject of a cable TV documentary! After Bey’s widely viewed ‘Life Is But a Dream’ doc was one of the most-talked [...]

'American Idol' Sudden Death Round 3 Recap: Who Stayed? Who Went?

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 13:53:12 +0000

What happens in Vegas isn't staying in Vegas, especially during the third round of Sudden Death eliminations on Season 12 of 'American Idol.' That's because of the 10 females who performed last night (Feb. 27), only five made it to the next round, while five were sent home, hence that whole not everything (or everyone) stays in Sin City stuff.

So who is stays and who goes?

Black Eyed Peas Singer Fergie Is Expecting First Child

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 20:06:22 +0000

Congrats are in order for the Duchess. Black Eyed Peas frontwoman Fergie, born Stacy Ferguson, is pregnant and expecting her first child. The singer shared the news via tweet, featuring a superimposed image of her herself and her husband, actor Josh Duhamel, as young children. This will be the first child for the couple, who [...]

Taylor Swift Sued Over Botched Canadian Show

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 19:55:03 +0000

Country-pop crossover cutie Taylor Swift is being sued over a botched Canadian show, known as “Capital Hoedown,” even though the fact that the show never took place is not her fault. The promoters simply want the $2.5 million advance they paid the singer to be returned. T. Swizzle was tapped to headline the event, which [...]

Win a Trip to See Pink Live in L.A. on Valentine's Day Weekend

Townsquare Media — Sun, 30 Dec 2012 23:38:48 +0000

There's pink – the color of Valentine's Day cards and warm winter sunsets over downtown L.A. And then, of course, there's Pink – a legendary performer and a singer who never fails to prove she's among the hottest on the planet.

We're bringing all three of these things together, and wrapping them up in a neat little Valentine's Day bow. Enter below to win a trip to L.A. to see Pink live in concert, two tickets to the show, and as a bonus, $500 to blow any way you want.

New Movies This Weekend — 'Jack Reacher,' 'This Is 40,' 'On the Road' and More

Chris Chaberski — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 21:50:25 +0000

This weekend sees a variety of new releases, from star-studded Hollywood action and big-name comedy, to smaller, art-house fare and an animated classic now in 3-D. And that’s not even including next Tuesday’s Christmas openings, which, all combined, makes for a very busy—and very fun—holiday moviegoing experience. ‘Jack Reacher’ Following a shooting that leaves five [...]