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    Full Show 04-13-2026 iHeartRadio and Channel 955 (WKQI-FM)

Jason A Bruno Mars - It Will Rain I love his song, please play it! Alison F Sabrina Carpenter - Espresso I want to dedicate this song to mi Fiancée Albert Marina G Dua Lipa - Levitating (feat. DaBaby) I love your radio you guys! Play this song again! Patrik G Bad Bunny - EL CLúB Play the new song of Bad Bunny for my son Gary please! Emma F Alicia Keys - Fallin' This is my favourite song of your charts!

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11 Apr 2026

APR 11 | Waukegan Democrats Bowling Fundraiser

Join Us for a Night of Fun and Community Support! The Waukegan Township Democrats proudly invite you to our bowling fundraiser at Bertrand Lanes! This exciting event will be an evening of entertainment, and community engagement. Here's what you need to know: Date & Time: Friday, April 11th, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM Location: Bertrand Lanes 2616 Washington St, Waukegan, IL 60085 Enjoy: Unlimited Bowling (Shoes Included), Delicious Pizza, Refreshing […]

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15 Apr 2026

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APR 15 | Floetry: Say Yes Tour

Floetry, Teedra Moses, Raheem DeVaughn

By purchasing tickets to this event, you agree to abide by the health and safety measures in effect at the time of the event. Government mandates, venue protocols, and event requirements are subject to change. For more information, please search your event on www.chicagotheatre.com. This event may have immersive elements, which may include flashing or strobe lights, intense lighting, visual effects, loud noises, smoke and/or fog. Such elements may aggravate certain medical […]

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UPDATE: Donald Trump Removes AI-Generated ‘Jesus’ Image From Truth Social After Backlash

The AI-generated image shared by Donald Trump on his Truth Social account, depicting himself as Jesus Christ, appears to have been removed. The link to the post—originally published Sunday, which coincided with Orthodox Easter—now returns an error message stating, “This resource could not be found,” as of Monday afternoon. The image, which depicted Donald Trump as Jesus Christ healing the sick, drew backlash from several of his own conservative supporters. The visual showed Trump in religious attire, placing his hand […]

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U.S. Influencer Found Dead in Tanzania; Husband Arrested in Suspected Homicide Case

A 31-year-old American influencer, identified as Ashlee Jenae, was found dead in a hotel room in Tanzania under circumstances authorities are now investigating as a possible homicide. According to early reports, Ashlee was traveling abroad with her husband, Jon McCann, during what was described as a luxury vacation celebrating her birthday. The trip had reportedly included a recent marriage proposal, making the incident all the more shocking to family and followers. Local authorities allege that McCann may have strangled Ashlee […]

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BLASPHEMOUS: President Trump Sparks Outrage After Posting Image Portraying Himself Performing Christ-Like Healing

By Aidan Christion President Donald Trump is facing backlash after sharing a highly stylized image that appears to depict him in a Christ-like role, performing a miraculous healing. The image shows Trump dressed in flowing robes, placing his hand on a man lying in a hospital bed while emitting a glowing light—imagery commonly associated with depictions of Jesus. Surrounding him are figures resembling soldiers, civilians, and medical staff looking on in awe, while patriotic elements such as the American flag, […]

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Twista Performance Draws Crowd in Waukegan — But Attendee Raises Concerns Over Red Iguana Experience

By Aidan Christion Waukegan, IL — Chicago rap legend Twista brought energy to the stage during a recent performance at Red Iguana Nightclub, part of a heavily promoted Aries-themed event that drew local fans eager to see the iconic artist live.  While the performance itself was well-received by many attendees, at least one guest shared a detailed account of dissatisfaction with the venue’s service and overall experience. According to the attendee, ticket pricing escalated significantly when upgrading to a table […]

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Nia Long, Colman Domingo, and Jaafar Jackson Light Up ESSENCE Cover Before ‘Michael’ Debut

The Jackson legacy takes center stage on the latest cover of ESSENCE. The feature highlights Colman Domingo, Nia Long, and Jaafar Jackson, who portray pivotal figures in Michael Jackson’s life in the upcoming biopic. According to the spread, the film examines Jackson’s life through the lens of family, discipline, and early ambition, tracing his rise from the Jackson 5 to global superstardom. Long shared, “We wanted to tell the story the way the story really needs to be told… and […]

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YouTube Under Fire for 90-Second Unskippable Ads on TV App

By Aidan Christion YouTube is catching heat after users began reporting 90-second unskippable ads appearing on the platform’s TV app — and the reaction hasn’t been good. Viewers say the longer ad breaks are showing up on smart TVs and streaming devices, interrupting videos with no option to skip. The complaints started gaining traction on Reddit, where users shared their experiences and frustrations. One user summed it up bluntly: “It’s simply not worth it to watch YouTube on the TV.” […]

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