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On the ‘Lookout:’ Twin Peaks is filling its fall tour with new material 

Twin Peaks singer/bassist Jack Dolan describes his Chicago-based band as “purely rock ‘n’ roll and it’s a little bit trippy these days as well.” He is bringing his high-energy live show and psychedelic, garage rock sound to the Crescent Ballroom on November 18.

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Compelling Show: Nick Offerman wants to make people think—and laugh

Nick Offerman has stepped back to take a good look at the state of the world. “I try to make fun of all of us, for the human foibles that have gotten us into the trouble we seem to be in our country,” Offerman says about his live show, which comes to the Celebrity Theatre on Friday, December 13.

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Folksy and Poetic: ‘Western Stars’ gives intimate look at new Springsteen album

Bruce Springsteen’s directorial debut, “Western Stars,” is a beautifully shot, intimate performance of his titular latest album. Candid narration from Springsteen himself provides a poignant look into the meaning behind each song.

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Activists, parents call for the removal of police from schools

 School resource officers were intended to provide students a sense of safety, but George Floyd’s killing at the hands of police has amplified long-standing criticism that police presence in schools has criminalized students of color.

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COVID-19 is creating communication barriers for the deaf community

For many people who are deaf or hard of hearing, lip reading, facial expressions and body language are vital to communication, but protective face masks and remote work and school meant to slow the spread of COVID-19 have made it more difficult.

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Improperly disposed of PPE raises environmental concerns

Strewn across parking lots, in rivers and washing up on beaches, disposable face masks, gloves and other personal protection equipment are turning up everywhere except where they should be – in the landfill.

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Homeless I.D. Project puts many on the road to recovery

Once known as “Ma” to a group of young homeless people, Shawna Ziegler would open her home to them, and they would donate $10 a month to stay with her. She said her kids, as she called them, came to her for safety. For about a year, Ziegler provided them with food and shelter, but she said the state found out eventually. 

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Women veterans work out trauma through art

The artwork of 16 female veterans will be on display at a free show later this month, and will also include their stories of war-related trauma and healing. 

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No More 'Problems'

More than 20 years ago, The Get Up Kids released “Something to Write Home About,” which would become one of the defining albums of 1990s emo. Now, the Kansas City act is still capturing that heartfelt, introspective sound on its latest record, “Problems.”

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