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Cold days like these we spend more time indoors watching movies and catching up on shows we may have missed or just want to binge on until the spring season resumes. If you're a Netflix user then check out the list of secret codes to expand viewing pleasure.

The Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus had previously said that they would be phasing out the use of all elephants in their circus by 2018, but just announced Monday that all their elephants will be retired by May 2016 instead.

It's official, Blake Shelton IS a big pig.

There were many people and situations that stole our hearts in 2015, but Ranker.com has compiled this list of the top 20 normal people that did some extraordinary things this year.  Do you agree with the list?

As the Harlem Globetrotters were entertaining in Rockford at the BMO Harris Bank Center this past Sunday, the franchise lost one of it's legendary stars.

As every Netflix junkie knows, falling asleep during a binge watching session can be a real problem. You get all comfy cozy watching episode one of a new show, and the next thing you know you awaken to discover a whole new batch of characters on the screen you don't recognize. Thank goodness Netflix invented socks that will save us from the maddening search process of figuring out what episode you

After the hustle and the bustle takes its toll on you this holiday season, you will need to unwind, preferably in front of a fireplace. Here are seven excellent choices from Travel Wisconsin in the Badger state. Where is yours?

Surprise! 20th Century Fox has delivered the first full trailer for Independence Day: Resurgence (not related to Toho’s Godzilla: Resurgence, unfortunately) a wee bit earlier than previously planned. The trailer was going to debut in front of Star Wars: The Force Awakens later this week, but early Christmas has come early, and our ol’ alien pals are back.

If you've been looking for the perfect excuse to get close to the hunky firefighters on NBC's 'Chicago Fire', here's your chance! The popular show is hosting a casting call for lots of extras for an outdoor accident scene they are filming on December 14, 2015 in Chicago.

I've had the privilege of going to the Grand Ole Opry on three different occasions. The feeling is truly magical when you enter the building. Here's a great way to get that feeling and experience the Opry right here in the Stateline, while helping St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, this weekend.