Minnesota-based blues singer has song in the movie 'Joy'

Even though he's sung the blues for nearly 60 years, a much different emotion is in St. Cloud-based Willie West's heart these days. A song he sang five decades ago is getting another listen in the new movie "Joy.”

Actor Jamie Foxx saves driver from burning truck

Actor Jamie Foxx is being called a hero as he sprung into action, saving a driver from an overturned car that caught fire.

Glenn Frey, founding member of the Eagles, dead at 67

Glenn Frey, a founding member of the rock band the Eagles, died Monday in New York City, his publicist announced. He was 67.

Documentary film profiles driving under the influence case

From the moment it begins, you can tell it's not your typical student production. The footage looks like a moving Instagram photo. It's evocative and moody. It tells the story of Jamie Chapman, a young man who made the fateful decision to drink and drive.

Luke Bryan bringing 'Kill the Lights' tour to U.S. Bank Stadium in August

Country star Luke Bryan announced Wednesday that he's bringing his "Kill The Lights" tour to U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis this summer. He will be the first artist to hold a concert at the new Vikings stadium.

Twin Cities community mourns the loss of music icon David Bowie

Music legend David Bowie passed away Sunday from an 18-month battle with cancer. And he made quite the impact in Minnesota.

Legendary musician David Bowie dies of cancer at 69

David Bowie, the other-worldly musician who broke pop and rock boundaries with his creative musicianship, nonconformity, striking visuals and a genre-bending persona he christened Ziggy Stardust, died of cancer Sunday. He was 69 and had just released a new album.

Astronaut Peake pays tribute to 'Starman' Bowie from space

LONDON (AP) — Here he is, sitting in a tin can, far above the world — and saying goodbye to David Bowie. Messages of condolence for the late rock star flowed in Monday from around the world — and from space, where British astronaut Tim Peake tweeted from the International Space Station. "Saddened to hear David Bowie has lost his battle with cancer - his music was an...

Legendary musician David Bowie dies of cancer at 69

NEW YORK (AP) — David Bowie, the other-worldly musician who broke pop and rock boundaries with his creative musicianship, nonconformity, striking visuals and a genre-spanning persona he christened Ziggy Stardust, died of cancer Sunday. He was 69 and had just released a new album. Bowie, whose hits included "Fame," ''Heroes" and "Let's Dance," died...

Janet Jackson denies cancer reports

Pop singer Janet Jackson is denying published reports that she has cancer.

Vegas police investigating Chris Brown for alleged battery

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Las Vegas police are investigating an allegation of battery against R&B singer Chris Brown. Lt. Jeff Goodwin says authorities received a call shortly before 10:30 a.m. Saturday about the alleged battery at the Palms Casino Resort. A police statement Saturday evening said an altercation took place in a room at the resort when the victim went to take a picture of Brown.

Facebook users tricked into sharing 'hamdog' picture

Inevitably, the photo was shared with people writing comments like 'poor baby' or 'bless his heart' or asking Jesus to heal the dog.

Mark Salling of 'Glee' fame arrested for child pornography

Mark Salling, best known for his role as Noah "Puck'' Puckerman on the hit TV show "Glee,'' was arrested Tuesday at his Sunland home for alleged possession of child pornography, Los Angeles police said.

SF City Attorney cracks down on Justin Bieber graffiti

San Francisco City Attorney Dennis Herrera is demanding the full cooperation of recording artist Justin Bieber’s record label and distribution company to identify and punish those responsible for a marketing campaign that includes ads spray-painted on public sidewalks to promote Bieber’s album, “Purpose.” 

'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' becomes fastest movie to $1 billion

"Star Wars: The Force Awakens" has reached $1 billion at the box office, reaching the milestone with record-setting hyper speed.  

Minnesota-based hip hop artist Lizzo releases Christmas song

Making it in the music business isn't easy, but one woman who lives in the Twin Cities is getting there, taking the hip hop world by storm.