A man was videoed riding around Lincoln Park on top of a CTA bus while smoking a cigarette. The CTA sentĀ NBC5Ā a statement about the video calling the man on the bus’s behavior “extremely foolish and dangerous.” READ MORE
A Guy Reports a Fake Shooting So Cops Will Find His Phone Faster
A 23-year-old guy in Florida named Eric Ross called 911 on Sunday to report a SHOOTING inside a house in Daytona Beach.
A bunch of cops responded and showed up with their guns drawn.Ā But once they got there, he told them he made it up . . . because his PHONE was in the house, and he couldn’t get inside to get it.
It turned out he called 911 earlier that day and said the person who lived there might have it.Ā Then when the cops didn’t show up, he decided to make up the story about a shooting.
He knew it was a little risky too, because he told the operator to make sure the cops didn’t SHOOT him when they got there.Ā They did initially point their guns at him.
He was arrested for misusing 911.Ā And it turned out he tried to break into the house to look for his phone before he called.Ā So he’s also facing burglary charges
WATCH: Linkin Park Interview w/ wALT at PIQNIQ 2014
Linkin Park’s latest music video ‘Talking to Myself’ posted today
Today has been hardĀ to say the least. As more news comes out about the tragic death of Linkin Park singer Chester Bennington, we start to reflect on his profound musical legacy and how his band has been so moving with their music for so many years now. The band was primed to go on an extended world tour behind their latestĀ album ‘One More Light’, and earlier today they released a new video for the song ‘Talking to Myself’ with footage from recent live performances. The video was posted just hours before we learned the sad news of Chester’s passing. The lyrics here take on a Ā new meaning and strike upon the pain of negative mental health.
It’s another reminder that mental health is an immediate challenge we must face together. If you or someone you know is dealing with these same problems, reach out and help them.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255 or you can CHAT with people here who can help you or others in need.
Mike Shinoda, Chance The Rapper, Jimmy Kimmel, The Rock and More Mourn Chester Bennington
WATCH: Hunger Strike Chris Cornell (Audioslave) Ft. Chester (Linkin Park)ā
(photo musicfeeds.com)
An amazing performance by Chester Bennington and Chris Cornell. It’s unbelievable that they’re both gone.
Beautiful Letter Chester Wrote To Chris Cornell
Chester Bennington of Linkin Park has died
Please letĀ this be some kind of mistake…
Chester Bennington of Linkin Park was found dead at a private residence in Palos Verdes Estates in L.A. County, according to law enforcement sources. His body was discovered Thursday just before 9am.
He was 41 years years old and leaves behindĀ his 6 children and wife Talinda.
More from TMZ here
This page will be updated as more information becomes available.
If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts PLEASE talk to someone.
Talk to ANYONE.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255 Ā or if you don’t want to talk, CHAT NOW
Me: 312-591-8300 Ā šĀ Ā @laurenoneil
Chester and Mike talking with wALT at PIQNIQ 2014
Josh Homme Reveals Why He Believes Foo Fighters Have Gone āDarkā
(fromĀ alternativenation.net)
Foo Fighters members Dave Grohl and Taylor Hawkins discussed recordingĀ Concrete and GoldĀ across the street from Queens of the Stone Age, who were recordingĀ Villains, in a newĀ Music WeekĀ interview.
Grohl and Hawkins said they were driven by a friendly competition while making what Foos drummer Taylor Hawkins described as āopposite recordsā. (MORE HERE)
Watch the video for the first song from Concrete and Gold, ‘Run’ below
Man Caught on Camera Riding on Top of CTA Bus in Chicago
(from nbccchicago.com)
Best seat on the bus? Also maybe he’s in the midst of super hero training? Either way your mother is worried and you should call her and let her know you’re ok!!
Lay’s Has Announced the Finalists For This Year’s “Do Us a Flavor” Contest
For the past few years, Lay’s has been running their “Do Us a Flavor” contest, where anyone can submit an idea for a new flavor of potato chips . . . no matter HOW strange it is . . . and then they actually make a few of them.
They just announced the three finalists for this year, which you’ll actually be able to buy in stores . . . and, honestly, they’re all pretty tame.Ā Especially compared to the past years, which had flavors like cappuccino, gyros, and gravy.
This year’s finalists are . . .
1.Ā Everything Bagel.
2.Ā Fried Green Tomatoes.
3.Ā Crispy Taco.
All three of them will be in stores at the end of the month.Ā People can vote on which ones are the best, and the person who submitted the winner will get a $1 million grand prize.
The winners in the past have included things like Cheesy Garlic Bread . . . Wasabi Ginger . . . and Southern Biscuits and Gravy.
MUPPET DRAMA!! Details On Why The Kermit The Frog Actor Was Fired Paint An Ugly Picture
(fromĀ cinemablend.com)
The news that long-time Kermit the Frog voice Steve WhitmireĀ was being replaceddisappointed many fans. Things got a little darker when it was confirmedĀ he’d been firedĀ by Disney. However, the more we learn, the more we come to realize that things behind the scenes at Muppets Studio were something of a mess. Now, The Chairman of the Jim Henson Company, Brian Henson, has come out and publicly stated that he actually wishes he’d fired Steve Whitmire sooner, specifically, prior to the sale of the Muppets to Disney. According to Brian Henson… (MORE HERE)
A SECURITY ROBOT CALLED STEVE ROLLED INTO A POOL AND DROWNED
(fromĀ digitaltrends.com)
The robot apocalypse is clearly a ways off if news out of Washington, D.C., this week is anything to go by. A security robot working at theĀ Washington Harbourcomplex in Georgetown met a nasty end when it toppled into a water feature and promptly drowned.
Steve, as this particularĀ KnightscopeĀ K5 robot is affectionately known, had only been patrolling his patch since last week but, for reasons currently unknown, ended up taking an unexpected dip in the water, rendering itself utterly useless. (MORE HERE)
WATCH: Portugal. The Man perform āFeel It Stillā on Fallon
(fromĀ consequenceofsound.net)
Portugal. The ManĀ releasedĀ Woodstock, their first studio effort in four years, just last month. On Monday, the alt-rockers appeared onĀ The Tonight ShowĀ in support, performing their single āFeel It Stillā. A groovy cut with a contagious bassline, itās no wonder the song is currently sitting atop the Alternative Radio charts. (The pair of stylish dancers accompanying the band didnāt hurt either.) Replay it below. (MORE HERE)
Love them. Watch their performance from our Sound Lounge below
