Owner of ‘Peanuts’ music sues 3 companies and US government alleging illegal use of its catchy tunes

The owner of the music of “A Charlie Brown Christmas” and other “Peanuts” television specials filed four lawsuits Wednesday over what they say is the illegal use of the jazzy piano tunes of Vince ...

Elgin native who voices Barney the Dinosaur returns for hometown visit

Dean Wendt, who has made a career as the voice of Barney the dinosaur, spoke to Elgin-area high school students Tuesday night ...