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10 best things our critics are watching this week
From Aidy Bryant in "Shrill" to Saturday's "Vax Live" concert special, here's what we're tuning into.
New sitcom 'Girls5Eva,' a parody of girl groups, is what you really, really want
Former MTV staples ache for a comeback in this musical sitcom packed with zingers.
WCCO Radio legend Howard Viken dies at 97
He was a staple of the powerhouse AM station during his 39-year career.
Celebrity guests help WCCO Radio's Dave Lee say goodbye
"The show was hopefully about Minnesota and what people needed to know, not the host," veteran broadcaster said.
10 best things our critics are watching this week
From a new 'Star Wars' animated series to a 'Soul' prequel, here's what we're tuning into.
'The Mosquito Coast' TV series may be the next 'Ozark'
TV series has all the thrills the film version swatted away.
MyPillow exec Mike Lindell defends himself on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live'
Lindell's response when Kimmel asked him whether he had plans to run for governor of Minnesota: "Right now, I wouldn't run for dogcatcher."
Oscars shed their usual air of stuffiness in a shorter-than-usual show
On paper, a stripped-down Oscars seems about as appealing as celebrating your wedding anniversary at White Castle. But the team behind Sunday's ceremony did an…
Tiffany Haddish backs sitcom project from former Minnesota comic Tracey Ashley
Former Twin Cities comic Tracey Ashley has a new sitcom in development for Fox with support from some genuine heavyweights.The producers for the series, tentatively…
10 best things our critics are watching this week
From 'Fritz' to a new Prince documentary, Minnesota heroes take center stage on our screens.
Minnesotans in need of a laugh head to comedy clubs: 'Everyone has lost their minds'
While most entertainment venues have been forced to shut their doors, several local comedy clubs have managed to stay open.
His Mike Lindell impression on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' gave this comic's career a boost
Comedian James Adomian engages in some pillow talk.
Sarah Glover named managing editor of MPR newsroom
Glover served two terms as president for the National Association of Black Journalists.
Comic Eddie Griffin addresses Floyd, Wright deaths in packed Mpls. show
More than 250 attended his Friday night performance at the Lumber Exchange.
Meteorologist Sven Sundgaard sues his former bosses at KARE-11
He claims he was fired because of his sexual orientation and personal beliefs.
10 best things our critics are watching this week
From John Stamos' new Disney series to a Dolly Parton tribute, here's what we're tuning into.
Kate Winslet's toughest challenge? Playing TV detective
The award-winning actor returns to TV after a 10-year absence.
'Saturday Night Live' opens with Chauvin trial sketch
The bit, called "Eye On Minnesota," featured four newscasters discussing the case on a fictional station,
Will former Prior Lake 'Bachelorette' return to Bachelor Nation?
An E! News source said Becca Kufrin is being courted for the seventh season of "Bachelor in Paradise."
10 best things our critics are watching this week
From Amazon's new horror anthology to a "Bad Trip" on Netflix, here's what we're tuning into.
'Law & Order' Det. Elliot Stabler reunites with Olivia Benson before his spinoff 'Organized Crime'
Actor Christopher Meloni's return sets the "Law & Order" franchise in a new direction.
In Ken Burns' latest, you'll like Hemingway the artist more than Hemingway the man
Ken Burns' documentary "Hemingway" doesn't skim over the writer's dark chapters.
'Chad' is the sitcom that fans of 'The Office' have been waiting for
"SNL" veteran Nasim Pedrad transforms into a 14-year-old boy on "Chad."
10 best things our critics are watching this week
From Cristin Milioti's dark new comedy to a Topher Grace sitcom, here's what we're tuning into.
New 'Mighty Ducks' TV series wasn't filmed here, but it has plenty of Minnesota spirit
"Mighty Ducks: Game Changers" revisits Coach Bombay and introduces a new team of scrappy underdogs.
Reliving 'My So-Called Life,' one of the greatest series in TV history
The ABC series that made Claire Danes a star remains one of TV's classiest shows.
Choreographer Twyla Tharp on the differences between working with Billy Joel and Bob Dylan
A new PBS "American Masters" documentary pays tribute to the legendary choreographer.
A new miniseries gives Aretha Franklin the R-E-S-P-E-C-T she deserves
In "Genius: Aretha," Cynthia Erivo continues a hot streak with her role as the Queen of Soul.
10 best things our critics are watching this week
From Marvel's new series to dinner with Andrew Zimmern, here's what we're tuning into right now.
How 'The Bachelor' blew an opportunity to educate host Chris Harrison
Sidelining host Chris Harrison was a missed opportunity after countless missteps.
Why do Brits make the best detective dramas? 'Bloodlands' shows why
The Acorn TV miniseries "Bloodlands" has a twist you won't see coming.
10 best things our critics are watching this week
From the "Bachelor" finale to Michelle Obama's new Netflix series for kids, here's what we're tuning into right now.
Andrew Dice Clay finally gets some respect
The comic brings his macho swagger to the Mall of America this weekend.
Dana Wessel, former Go 96.3 FM personality, joins 93X morning show
A Twin Cities radio veteran has a new gig. Dana Wessel has been named executive producer for "Half-Assed Morning Show" on 93X/KXXR-FM. According to Cumulus…
'The Great North' is TV's next great animated series because it drops the edginess
Fox's "The Great North" will warm your heart.
10 best things our critics are watching this week
From Oprah's 'Delilah' to Aubrey Plaza's 'Black Bear,' here's what we're tuning into right now.
Comedian Pete Lee's Minneapolis performance airs Thursday on 'The Tonight Show'
When Pete Lee performed five shows at Acme Comedy Co. this past January, the cameras were rolling.The best of those Minneapolis sets is scheduled…
'Nomadland' finds a home at the Golden Globes
The Globes often serve as a signal as to who might wind up with a more coveted Oscar nomination.
A new SpongeBob movie, RBG, 'Debris' and other things our TV critic is watching this week
Notorious RBGThere's already been a feature film and a top-notch documentary celebrating the contributions of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, but that shouldn't stop you from checking…
Child star disaster stories abound. How did Punky Brewster avoid that fate?
Soleil Moon Frye's love for her '80s kid sitcom character helped keep her sane.
Former KQRS personality John Lassman replaces controversial St. Cloud radio host
St. Cloud morning show is trying to recover from an incident that led to its last host's resignation.
'Superman & Lois' and four other shows our TV critic is watching this week
Change is gonna come"Soul!," the PBS program that celebrated African American dance, music and literature in the late '60s and early '70s, doesn't get mentioned…
You may never watch a Woody Allen film again after seeing 'Allen v. Farrow'
An HBO documentary makes a devastating case against the filmmaker.
'Ellen' show pays tribute to terminally ill Falcon Heights teacher
Kelly Klein will also receive $20,000 for medical bills and a vacation.
A new sitcom from Kevin James and four other shows our TV critic is watching this week
No deal"Cherries Wild" wants to appeal to the same viewers who played "Deal or No Deal," but this time the centerpiece is a three-story slot…
NPR grants 8-year-old Minneapolis boy's wish for more dinosaur talk
Leo Shidla thought that not "All Things" were being considered on NPR's flagship show. "Cool things," for one.
Is it time for Kenan Thompson to leave 'Saturday Night Live'?
It may be time for one of late-night's most beloved comics to move on.
Twin Cities radio personality Paul Geiger retires after 43 years on the air
Geiger has spent most of the decade at the classic-hits/oldies station WDGY, headquartered in Hudson.
Former KMSP news director Bill Dallman named KARE's new general manager
For the past three years, he was running the newsroom for the ABC affiliate in Seattle.
How CBS' 'Silence of the Lambs' spinoff will survive without Hannibal Lecter
Agent Clarice Starling returns in a promising new CBS series.
Minneapolis police documentary 'Women in Blue,' and four other things our TV critic is watching this week
Internal affairs"Women in Blue" investigates the Minneapolis Police Department, specifically its woeful record in hiring women for key positions. Former Chief Janeé Harteau is among…
Former WCCO anchor Don Shelby pays tribute to the late Hal Holbrook
The former WCCO anchor shared a love for Mark Twain with the celebrated actor.
How political comedy will adjust to a Biden administration
What does the future of stand-up look like in the shadow of Trump?
A new Britney Spears documentary, and four other shows our TV critic is watching this week
Mother of inventionElizabeth Carmichael aspired to be the next Henry Ford, but she has more in common with Elizabeth Holmes, the con artist featured in…
How Queen Latifah is putting a new spin on 'The Equalizer'
Queen Latifah puts a new spin on a beloved character.
HBO's 'Real Sports' spotlights North High School and its football coach
The 27th season premiere airs 9 p.m. Tuesday.
6 strategies for cooling it down on social media
Tips on how to lower the temperature on social media without losing your mind.
'Fate: The Winx Saga' and four other shows our TV critic is watching this week
Tunnel of loveEdward Burns made a name for himself in the 1990s with a string of romcoms that insisted that pretty people have problems, too.…
WCCO Radio parts ways with its program director
John Hanson, who grew up in the Twin Cities, returned home in 2018 for the WCCO programming position.
Meet the new Batwoman: New actor steps in after only one season on the CW
Can the CW's "Batwoman" survive a major departure?
Comedian brings Acme Comedy Co. to 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon'
Pete Lee's weekend stint at the Minneapolis club will be featured on the late-night show.
Should you add Discovery Plus as a streaming service?
Fans of nonfiction TV have a new streaming platform to consider.
The return of 'Disenchantment' and four other shows our TV critic is watching this week
Comedy Camelot"Disenchantment" may not stick around as long as other Matt Groening projects, most notably "The Simpsons." So enjoy it while you can. Season 3…
Watching 'WandaVision'? Here are five titles in the Marvel Cinematic Universe to see first
Catch up with the world of "WandaVision" in the Marvel Cinematic Universe on Disney Plus.
In 'WandaVision,' Marvel superheroes take on sitcoms
Superheroes take on sitcoms in Marvel's thunderous step into TV.
'RuPaul Drag Race' contestant flaunts her Minnesota roots
One of this season's competitors on "RuPaul's Drag Race" hails from Minnesota —and wants the whole world to know it. Ethan Mundt, 25, performs under…
KSTP partially retracts reporter Jay Kolls' story on Capitol riot
He quoted an expert as saying it was "highly likely" that people aligned with antifa may have been part of the violence at the U.S. Capitol.
WCCO radio's Dave Lee announces his retirement
The morning-drive host is looking forward to sleeping in.
'Lupin,' 'Dickinson' and other shows our TV critic is watching this week
To catch a thiefDespite its title, "Lupin" isn't really about the crafty burglar from French literature. He's merely the inspiration for vigilante Assane Diop (Omar…
HBO film documents the rise and fall (and rise again) of Tiger Woods
A new documentary looks at the rise and fall (and rise again) of a legendary athlete.
New PBS adaptation of 'All Creatures Great and Small' offers country comforts
A new take on James Herriot's beloved memoirs offers country comforts we need right now.
KARE photographer says he was fired after company car was stolen
"It was time to move forward and start something new," the award-winning photographer wrote.
Minnesotan snags second-to-last rose on season premiere of 'The Bachelor'
Owatonna's Anna Redman received the penultimate rose in Monday's season premiere.
A new Tina Fey sitcom, and four other shows our TV critic is watching this week
Gotta serve somebodyBob Dylan offers up a rare on-screen interview to hail a musical chief in "Jimmy Carter, Rock & Roll President," a documentary that's…
6 sitcoms with the most hilarious closing credits
"Call Me Kat" is the latest sitcom to have fun with the closing credits.
