“Fast & Furious” —You sometimes have to wonder what’s in the minds of studio execs when they “green light” projects. For example, why would any reasonably sane executive decide to do a fourth film in a series that’s taken in less money each time out?

Talk about power attorney! Divorce lawyer Laura Wasser delivered a ruling for her client, stipulating a $40,000-a-month payment for spousal and child support.

An original film produced by Kathryn O’Sullivan will be shown tonight at 9:30 p.m. at the Old Town Theater on King Street in Alexandria.

If you see Chris Bowles cruising around Prince William County streets, you should know he’s no ordinary driver. Bowles, of Warrenton, 34, is a proud, jacket-wearing member of the Bull Run Street Rods, a Manassas-based club for antique car enthusiasts.

Teaming two likeable actors, Katherine Heigl ("Knocked Up") and Gerard Butler ("300"), "The Ugly Truth" has several amusing moments.

Dennis Winn shares his hip-hop perspective in his weekly column, “Ya Heard.“

What’s worth watching

The weekend lowdown

What's an actress to do when Hollywood isn't banging on her door offering the latest dream role? For Nia Vardalos, the answer is simple: "I'm not going to whine… I'm going to write.“

It may be hard to believe but, in six days, mankind will mark the 40th anniversary of one of our greatest achievements.

Actor Billy Crystal brings his autobiographical, one-man show “700 Sundays,“ to National Theatre this fall.

Dennis Winn shares his hip-hop perspective in his weekly column, “Ya Heard.“

“500 Days of Summer” movie review

“Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” is filled with charms big and small.

Gainesville author signs new book at Barnes & Noble in Manassas.

Dennis Winns shares his hip-hop perspective in his weekly column, “Ya Heard”

Today’s service for Michael Jackson will begin at 1 p.m. EDT in Los Angeles and will be televised by the major networks and selected cable channels.

Staples Center memorial expected to be the biggest celebrity sendoff ever will be broadcast worldwide and can be seen through a video stream at InsideNoVA.com beginning at 11:30 a.m.

Dennis Winn shares his thoughts on the latest in hip-hop in his weekly column, “Ya Heard.“

If you can stand the drive to the Metro and the ride into Washington, the National Mall is some kind of place to be on Independence Day.

Jay Mattioli of Prince William County is on “America’s Got Talent” tonight.

Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick are sharing the first photo of their twin daughters.

Some of the biggest stars on the planet turned back into gushing Michael Jackson fans at the BET Awards, donning single gloves, swapping stories about their idol and singing The King of Pop’s standards.

Michael Jackson the singer was also Michael Jackson the billion-dollar business.

View Michael Jackson’s life and career through photos.

Michael Jackson was due to make his triumphant return to the stage in London next month — but instead his sudden death has left millions of fans feeling they’ve lost a lifelong friend.

The Freedom Museum in Manassas will celebrate its 10th anniversary July 4 with a patriotic tribute to America's 20th century heroes.

Dennis Winn shares his thoughts on the latest in hip-hop in his weekly column, “Ya Heard.“

Chris Brown has pleaded guilty to one count of felony assault on pop star Rihanna.

Ed McMahon, the loyal “Tonight Show” sidekick who bolstered boss Johnny Carson with guffaws and a resounding “H-e-e-e-e-e-ere’s Johnny!“ for 30 years, died early Tuesday. He was 86.