Two CBS execs shelved pending diversity investigation
CBS has placed two of its executives on administrative leave as it investigates charges of a hostile work environment for women and minorities at news operations in some of its larger stations.
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‘Barney Miller,’ ‘Sanford and Son’ actor Gregory Sierra dies
Gregory Sierra, who had memorable roles in the 1970s sitcoms “Barney Miller” and “Sanford and Son,” has died after battling cancer. He was 83.
TikTok tightens privacy features for younger users
Setting changes begin Wednesday
'Gilligan's Island' star Dawn Wells dies, COVID-19 cited
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Dawn Wells, who played the wholesome Mary Ann on the 1960s sitcom "Gilligan's Island," has died. Her publicist says Wells died Wednesday morning in Los Angeles of causes related to COVID-19. Besides TV, film and stage…
NBC WELCOMES THE NEW YEAR WITH ‘THE ROSE PARADE’S NEW YEAR’S CELEBRATION PRESENTED BY HONDA’
NBC News’ “TODAY’s” Hoda Kotb and Al Roker to Host NBC’S Coverage of the Re-Imagined Jan. 1 Rose Parade with Star-Studded Musical Performances and Celebrity Appearances UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif. – Dec. 23, 2020– NBC welcomes the new year in style…
“FOX’S NEW YEAR’S EVE TOAST & ROAST 2021” HOSTED BY KEN JEONG AND JOEL McHALE
KEN JEONG AND JOEL McHALE COUNT DOWN TO 2021 ON THE ALL-NEW SPECIAL “FOX’S NEW YEAR’S EVE TOAST & ROAST 2021” THURSDAY, DECEMBER 31, ON FOX Featuring the First Performance From the Newly Crowned Winner of THE MASKED SINGER, LeAnn…
Disney+ now lets you binge watch with friends
Since the pandemic began-- how much tv have you watched? If you've been binge-watching show after show, you're not the only one. And Disney wants to help you make your binge-watching more enjoyable: by helping you do it with friends.…
Mississippi ranks #1 state for TV watch time in 2020
The pandemic forced many people to switch from office desktop to TV screens — but exactly how much TV do people in Mississippi watch? According to a recent report, Mississippi ranks #1 in the United States for TV watch time…
Disney On Ice presents "Dream Big" coming to Mississippi Coast Coliseum Jan. 7 – 10, 2021
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) – Courage leads the way for Disney’s most adventurous heroes when Disney On Ice presents Dream Big comes to Biloxi January 7-10, 2021 at Mississippi Coast Coliseum, part of a multi-city tour. Dream Big features favorite Disney…
Singer Bobby Brown's son found dead at Los Angeles home
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Bobby Brown Jr., the son of singer Bobby Brown, was found dead at a Los Angeles home Wednesday. He was 28. Los Angeles Police spokesman Officer Jeff Lee said officers were responding to a medical emergency…
TECH BYTE: Make Memories with Frameo Digital Picture Frame, App
Let’s look at an app that can help you make memories with your friends and family.
NBC BRINGS GOOD CHEER TO THE HOLIDAYS WITH ARRAY OF FESTIVE PROGRAMMING
#1 Broadcast Network for Holiday Fare Delivers an Abundance of Popular Perennials and First-Time Specials Macy’s Parade, Christmas Tree Lighting, Minions Special and “Voice” Celebration All Part of Fall and Winter Wonderland UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif. – Nov. 13, 2020 –…
LEGO MASTERS and Will Arnett Partner with Charitable Organization Merging Vets and Players to Donate LEGO Kits to Veterans Across the Country This Veteran’s Day
Will Arnett Returns to Host and Produce an All-New Season with the Biggest LEGO Challenges Yet! Season One of LEGO MASTERS Available on FOX Entertainment’s Streaming Platform, Tubi COMPETITION SERIES “LEGO® MASTERS” RENEWED FOR A SECOND SEASON ON FOX Hit competition series…
Miss USA 2020 crowns Mississippi's Asya Branch, 22, as winner
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A 22-year-old woman from Mississippi was crowned the winner of Miss USA's 2020 pageant. The beauty pageant aired Monday night on FYI after being postponed months from its original spring date due to the coronavirus pandemic. The…
TECH BYTE: Apps for Easy Grocery Shopping
Let’s look at how you can get your grocery shopping done without having to step foot in a store.
IT TAKES…WHO TO TANGO?
CRAIG ROBINSON TO HOST “THE MASKED DANCER,” FOX’S BRAND-NEW CELEBRITY COMPETITION SHOW, FEATURING PANELISTS KEN JEONG, PAULA ABDUL, BRIAN AUSTIN GREEN, AND ASHLEY TISDALE Series Premiere Set for December This December, FOX takes TV’s #1 show and adds a little twist. Based on…
Casinos announce closures ahead of Hurricane Zeta
The Mississippi Gaming Commission announced it is not mandating that casinos close for Hurricane Zeta, but did discourage people from visiting the gaming halls. “We have asked the properties to discourage patrons or staff from arriving at, or departing from…
Trans-Siberian Orchestra to go virtual for holidays
A rock band's holiday tradition is going virtual this year. The Trans-Siberian Orchestra plans to stream its holiday performance "Christmas Eve and Other Stories Live in Concert." The group usually puts on around 120 live shows for about a million…
Lego unveils Sesame Street building set
To some, nothing is more childhood than Legos and Sesame Street and the two together? Well, a dream come true. Well dream no more because Lego has just unveiled a Sesame Street building set. Packed with real details from the…
Virtually chit chat with Santa this Christmas
Santa is making virtual visits ahead of Christmas. The website chitchatwithsanta.com allows families to schedule a call with Santa. It serves as an alternative to a face-to-face sit downs which are limited because of the pandemic. Families join in online…
Rudolph and his nose-so-bright into auction will take flight
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Rudolph and his still-shiny nose are getting a new home, and it’s bound to be a lot nicer than the Island of Misfit Toys. The soaring reindeer and Santa Claus figures who starred in in the…
“LAST MAN STANDING,” STARRING TIM ALLEN, TO CONCLUDE WITH ITS NINTH AND FINAL SEASON, BEGINNING THIS JANUARY ON FOX 25
With Hit Comedy’s Conclusion, Series Will Have Filmed 194 Episodes The hit family comedy LAST MAN STANDING, starring Tim Allen, will conclude with its upcoming ninth and final season, to premiere this January, it was announced today by Michael Thorn,…
Michael Grimm, Hancock County native and "America's Got Talent" winner, releases soulful Christmas album
Michael Grimm, the Hancock County native who won "America's Got Talent" in 2010, has released his first Christmas album. “Michael Grimm - Sleigh Bells Not Included” will be released November 1 by Tinane Entertainment in cooperation with Mattikay Music. The…
Chrissy Teigen and John Legend grieve their miscarriage
Chrissy Teigen and John Legend have revealed the “deep pain” they are feeling over her miscarriage.