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“I Am Nobody’s Slave,” by
Lee Hawkins, Amistad.

Writer connects abusive childhood to slavery: ‘I am Nobody’s Slave’ examines history, punishment

“I Am Nobody’s Slave,” by
Lee Hawkins, Amistad.

March 1, 2025, 5:57am Entertainment

Although “I Am Nobody’s Slave” takes the form of a memoir, Minnesota native Lee Hawkins’ book becomes something bigger: an examination of where violence in Black homes originates and a plea to end corporal punishment. Read story

Make your Oscars predictions – and see how they compare to those of AP’s film experts

March 1, 2025, 5:55am Entertainment

The Associated Press’ film writers have made their Oscars predictions in every category, ahead of Sunday’s ceremony. Now it’s time to make your own picks and see how they stack up. Read story

Oscars: Who we wish would win, based on speeches they’d give

March 1, 2025, 5:55am Entertainment

On Oscar night, I always find myself rooting not necessarily for the actor who gave the best performance — because, really, who can say which of two entirely different performances is “better”? — but for the one I think would make the best speech. (Or for the one whose gown… Read story

John Lithgow attends the 2025 National Board of Review Gala at Cipriani 42nd Street on Jan. 7, 2025, in New York.

John Lithgow to join ‘Harry Potter’ series

John Lithgow attends the 2025 National Board of Review Gala at Cipriani 42nd Street on Jan. 7, 2025, in New York.

March 1, 2025, 5:55am Entertainment

It seems John Lithgow spilled the (Bertie Bott’s Every Flavor) beans about his involvement in HBO’s upcoming “Harry Potter” series. Read story

“Bear County, Michigan: Stories,” by John Counts, Northwestern University Press.

Journalist brings gritty Mich. to life

“Bear County, Michigan: Stories,” by John Counts, Northwestern University Press.

March 1, 2025, 5:54am Entertainment

Michigan crime reporter and editor John Counts understands rural Michiganians. Read story

Homes sit in ruins in Altadena, Calif., on Jan. 19. The Eaton Fire destroyed nearly 9,500 structures and left 17 people dead.

Late author’s library lost in S. California fire

Homes sit in ruins in Altadena, Calif., on Jan. 19. The Eaton Fire destroyed nearly 9,500 structures and left 17 people dead.

March 1, 2025, 5:54am Entertainment

Earlier this year, hundreds of books from the personal library of the late author and critic Gary Indiana, who died in October 2024 at his New York City apartment, arrived at a private home in Altadena. Read story

Michelle Trachtenberg

Appreciation: As Nona in ‘Pete & Pete,’ Michelle Trachtenberg was joyful, dancing with abandon

Michelle Trachtenberg

March 1, 2025, 5:54am Entertainment

Every actor is distinguished by the parts they play and the projects they play them in. I’m not saying it was a career peak for Michelle Trachtenberg — no one wants to peak before they turn 10. But on hearing the news of her untimely passing, Wednesday at 39, my… Read story

‘I Am the Cage’ gives voice to the voiceless

March 1, 2025, 5:51am Entertainment

We’re taught from childhood that doctors are trustworthy healers, so there’s a special sense of betrayal when they inflict pain. Young adult debut novel “I Am the Cage” by Allison Sweet Grant — author of two picture books — tells of the crimes committed against Elisabeth’s body and psyche by… Read story

Artists, actors needed for local endeavors

February 28, 2025, 9:57am Clark County Life

The Vancouver Arts and Music Festival, July 31 to Aug. 3 in Esther Short Park, seeks visual artists for a juried art exhibit Aug. 1-3 celebrating creativity, culture and community. The exhibit highlights the themes of collaboration, inclusivity and the community’s diverse identities. Artists of all disciplines and backgrounds can… Read story

FILE - Actor Gene Hackman arrives with his wife, Betsy Arakawa, for the 60th Annual Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 19, 2003. (AP Photo/Mark J.

Oscar-winner Gene Hackman and wife Betsy Arakawa may have been dead for days or weeks, sheriff says

FILE - Actor Gene Hackman arrives with his wife, Betsy Arakawa, for the 60th Annual Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 19, 2003. (AP Photo/Mark J.

February 28, 2025, 9:22am Entertainment

Authorities investigating the deaths of Oscar-winner Gene Hackman and his wife are waiting for the results of the autopsies, and carbon monoxide and toxicology testing to determine how they died. Read story