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The "Peanuts" gang now find their home on Apple TV+ for both old and new original shows and specials. (Apple/TNS)

The holidays are saved! Charlie Brown specials will air on PBS after all

It's a Christmas miracle, Charlie Brown! The lovable loser, the Peanuts gang and their iconic holiday specials will be back — albeit briefly — on broadcast television this year after all. more

Nardine Saad | Los Angeles Times | 11/19/20

Why Disney is betting on spooky short films — sponsored by brands

A young woman sits on her living room floor in front of a bowl of steaming water and holding a lighted candle. more

By Wendy Lee | Los Angeles Times | 10/13/20

In true Disney form, the entertainment giant has found yet another way to capitalize on the popularity of the Child (better known as Baby Yoda) by releasing a 1,073-piece Lego set in tandem with the highly anticipated second season of "The Mandalorian." (Disney Plus/TNS)

Ready for 'The Mandalorian' season two? Now you can watch it with Lego Baby Yoda

Assemble Baby Yoda you can, with a forthcoming Lego set modeled after the Child. more

By Christi Carras | Los Angeles Times | 10/1/20

The National Association of Theatre Ownerstrade organization, with movie screens dark across the U.S. amid the COVID-19 pandemic, takes a fight for survival to the halls of Congress. (David Tran/Dreamstime/TNS)

For theatergoers, a #SaveYourCinema campaign to secure federal relief money

The National Association of Theatre Ownerstrade organization, representing America's 35,00 suffering, nearly 100% dark movie screens mid-COVID-19 pandemic, is sending three little words to Congress. more

By Michael Phillips | Chicago Tribune | 7/28/20

A general view of the stage at HBO Max WarnerMedia Investor Day Presentation at Warner Bros. Studios on October 29, 2019 in Burbank, California. (Photo by Presley Ann/Getty Images for WarnerMedia/TNS)

With HBO Max, AT&T has built a streaming service that feels like a Walmart

I'd only been watching HBO Max for a few minutes when one thing became abundantly clear: This didn't look like the old HBO. more

By Gerry Smith | Bloomberg News | 5/28/20

Queen Barb (voiced by Rachel Bloom) in the movie 'Trolls World Tour.' (DreamWorks Animation)

Review: You can watch 'Trolls World Tour' at home. Kids will like it. Adults almost will

True to its title, the sugary-sweet animated bauble "Trolls World Tour" consists of one lavish concert after another, performed and attended by cute multihued pixies with big hair. more

By Justin Chang | Los Angeles Times | 4/9/20

Disney's 'Artemis Fowl' will skip theaters and go straight to streaming on Disney+

Walt Disney Studios' live-action fantasy film "Artemis Fowl" will skip movie theaters and go straight to streaming on Disney+, the company said Friday. more

By Ryan Faughnder | Los Angeles Times | 4/7/20

J.K. Rowling, pictured here on Feb. 12, 2017 at the BAFTA awards in London. Rowling has unveiled a new website to keep children entertained amid coronavirus. (Matt Crossick/PA Photos/Abaca Press/TNS)

Harry Potter and the coronavirus crisis: J.K. Rowling launches a new activity website for kids

Family stressed about the coronavirus crisis? Harry Potter is here to save the day. more

By Christi Carras | Los Angeles Times | 4/2/20

With schools closed and kids spending more time at home, here are a few shows worth checking out. (Dreamstime/TNS)

Need a new TV show for kids? Try these 6

With schools closed across the country and lots of parents working from home, chances are you're logging more screen time than usual. Maybe you're even getting sick of some of your favorites. more

By Meredith Blake | Los Angeles Times | 3/31/20

It's a crazy food fight in "Butter Royale" on Apple Arcade. (Mighty Bear Games)

Amid coronavirus fears, here are 5 simple, social games that can restore your faith in humanity

There are many ways to communicate, and arguably one of the oldest is play. more

By Todd Martens | Los Angeles Times | 3/26/20

Amy Adams arrives for the 71st Primetime Emmy Awards at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday, Sept. 22, 2019. (Jay L. Clendenin/Los Angeles Times/TNS)

Stuck at home with kids? Amy Adams and other celebrities will read you a story

Once upon a time, famous actors and authors united during a pandemic to ease children's anxieties through storytelling. more

By Christi Carras | Los Angeles Times | 3/19/20

Aaron Paul in 'Westworld' on HBO. (HBO/TNS)

Cooped up, bored and on a budget? Here's how to stream TV without paying a dime

The reality is starting to set in: Coronavirus has a lot of people stuck at home. Sports are shut down. Some people are temporarily out of work or … more

By Christie D'Zurilla | Los Angeles Times | 3/19/20

Disney Theatrical Productions under the direction of Thomas Schumacher presents Aladdin, the US tour, music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Tim Rice, book and additional lyrics by Chad Beguelin, photographed: Clinton Greenspan (Aladdin), Lissa deGuzman (Jasmine), Zach Bencal (Babkak), Jef Feder (Kassim), Philippe Arroyo (Omar), Jonathan Weir (Jafar), Jay Paranada (Iago) directed and choreographed by Casey Nicholaw. On stage at the Bass Concert Hall through March 22. Call Broadway Austin at 800-731-SHOW (7469) for tickets and information.

Things to do this weekend

Water lanterns, cars and mudbugs! Oh my! This weekend showcases quite the eclectic group of events. Just look at this list. more

STAFF REPORTS | 3/5/20

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