AP Entertainment SummaryBrief at 8:54 a.m. EST

E-40 and Too $hort's NFL Honors show underscores Bay Area's music presence during Super Bowl week

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — E-40 and Too $hort brought Bay Area hip-hop to the NFL Honors, highlighting the region's unique sound and culture. Their performances, featuring hits like “Choices” and “Blow the Whistle,” energized the event. This celebration of Bay Area music extended throughout Super Bowl week, with artists like Kehlani and LaRussell showcasing their talents. The Bay Area's independent music scene, known for its DIY ethos, was also spotlighted by Empire, a major independent label. E-40 emphasized the importance of collaboration and innovation, while Too $hort hoped visitors would appreciate the Bay Area's rich musical legacy.

Cardi B praises Bad Bunny's upcoming Super Bowl halftime moment, opens up about tour and new music

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Bad Bunny is set to headline the Super Bowl halftime show and Cardi B says she is proud of his cultural impact and activism. She has praised him for standing against ICE and highlighted their collaboration on the hit "I Like It." Bad Bunny will perform at the Super Bowl on Sunday, one week after winning album of the year at the 2026 Grammys. Cardi B is preparing for her first headlining tour in six years following the release of her album “Am I the Drama.” She expresses excitement about the possibility of joining him on stage.

Washington Post publisher Will Lewis says he's stepping down, days after big layoffs at the paper

Washington Post publisher Will Lewis says he’s stepping down, three days after the troubled newspaper said that it was laying off one-third of its staff. Lewis sent an email Saturday to the Post’s staff, saying that “difficult decisions have been taken in order to ensure the sustainable future of The Post.” Lewis and the newspaper’s billionaire owner Jeff Bezos, did not participate in a meeting with staff announcing the layoffs this week. The Post’s chief financial officer, Jeff D’Onofrio, was named acting publisher and CEO. The British-born Lewis was a former top executive at The Wall Street Journal before taking over at The Post in January 2024. His tenure has been rocky from the start, marked by layoffs and a failed reorganization plan.

Brad Arnold, lead singer of Grammy-nominated rock band 3 Doors Down, dies at 47

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Brad Arnold, the lead singer of the Grammy-nominated rock band 3 Doors Down, has died. He was 47. Arnold's death comes months after he announced that he had been diagnosed with Stage 4 kidney cancer. The band says in a statement that Arnold died Saturday “surrounded by loved ones, in his sleep.” 3 Doors Down formed in Mississippi in 1995 and four years later received a Grammy nomination for the breakout hit “Kryptonite.” The band says Arnold wrote the song in math class when he was 15 years old. The group's debut album, “The Better Life,” sold over 6 million copies.

Mariah Carey's Olympic act prompts questions about possible lip-syncing and a curious teleprompter

MILAN (AP) — Pop star Mariah Carey’s performance at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics opening ceremony was the talk of the town but raised a few questions. The American singer’s rendition of Italian classic “Nel Blu Dipinto di Blu” or “Volare” was a showstopping highlight in Friday's spectacle that kicked off the Games. She received many rave reviews. But her performance also prompted a good deal of criticism online. Commenters were confused why an Italian singer wasn’t given the honor. Some noted a large teleprompter with a phonetic breakdown of the song’s Italian lyrics. Others wondered if she was lip-syncing.

Reporting on itself: 'Today' keeps it low-key in covering search for Savannah Guthrie's mother

It's frequently a challenge for a news organization to cover a story that involves itself, or one of its employees. That was felt by the ‘Today’ show this week with the disappearance of co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother. It's an even more acute challenge for a news outlet built upon the idea that its personalities — and the people who watch them — are part of one big family. For each day this past week, ‘Today’ has led each broadcast reporting on 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, reported missing from her Arizona home last weekend and feared to be a victim of abduction.

Actor Timothy Busfield indicted in New Mexico on 4 counts of sexual contact with a child

SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — A New Mexico grand jury has indicted actor Timothy Busfield on four counts of criminal sexual contact with a child. The indictment was filed Friday in state District Court after an announcement by a district attorney on social media. Authorities had issued an arrest warrant for Busfield over allegations of misconduct tied to when he was working as a director on the set of the TV series “The Cleaning Lady.” Busfield has denied the allegations. He turned himself in to authorities and was released from jail. An attorney for Busfield says there are weaknesses in the state's evidence and that Busfield will fight the charge.

Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show: Here's some things to expect and what they mean

NEW YORK (AP) — Bad Bunny will perform at the Super Bowl halftime show Sunday, fresh off his album of the year Grammy win for “Debí Tirar Más Fotos.” The performance is expected to be a historic moment for Latino culture. A trailer released in January hints at a lively show featuring his single “Baile Inolvidable.” The performance may include symbols like Puerto Rico's many flags, trees, clothing and traditional instruments. Bad Bunny's music is in Spanish, so his set will likely follow suit. While special guests are possible, the focus is on his international appeal and cultural pride. Political elements may also appear given his history of activism and amid growing anti-immigrant raids.

Keke Palmer is a fish out of water in horror-comedy series based on cult movie 'The ’Burbs'

NEW YORK (AP) — The new Peacock series “The 'Burbs” brings humor and suspense to suburbia. It is inspired by the 1989 Tom Hanks movie and follows a new mom, played by Keke Palmer, navigating life in a quirky neighborhood while investigating a murder. Creator Celeste Hughey says the show blends comedy, drama, mystery, and horror. It also tackles issues like microaggressions and racial profiling with humor. The cast includes Jack Whitehall and a group of eccentric neighbors. The series pays homage to the original film with nods and cameos, while the music features tracks from Bill Withers to Big Pun. All eight episodes drop Friday.