Six Flags Over Texas announces new family attractions for 2024, including Sylvester and Tweety Pounce and Bounce, the return of Daffy Duck Bucket Blasters, and a prehistoric makeover for the Chaparral Antique Cars.

The Day In Day Out festival in Seattle announces its 2024 lineup featuring The Head and the Heart, Bleachers, and Carly Rae Jepsen, along with other artists like Suki Waterhouse and Sudan Archives.

Peso Pluma is touring North America with over 35 shows, including a July 19 performance in Austin and a September 23 show in Phoenix. Tickets go on sale starting February 21.

An Illinois Lottery player won $600,000 with a Lucky Day Lotto ticket from a Northbrook Mariano's. The store receives a $6,000 bonus, and the winner has one year to claim their prize.

Olivia Rodrigo launches a signature Crumbl Cookie for her "Guts" tour, characterized by extreme sweetness and a calorie-heavy recipe, but receives mixed reviews. A promotional contest offers tickets and signed cookies.

Peso Pluma is set to bring his "Exodo Tour" to North America, with a stop at Phoenix's Footprint Center on September 23, following a successful year with 54 sold-out shows and a Grammy win.

La Semana Alegre music festival is making a comeback in San Antonio, Texas, during the Fiesta celebrations in April with a two-day event and historically-priced tickets.

The Arizona Gay Rodeo and activists at Brick Road Coffee worked on distinct endeavors: the former showcased traditional events with a unique twist, while the latter gathered signatures to secure abortion rights in Arizona.

James Taylor announces his 2024 summer tour with performances in New England, including a July 4th show at Tanglewood with fireworks. He will tour globally, starting in Tokyo. Presale begins Wednesday for those with a JamesTaylor.com account.

Beyoncé's BeyGOOD charity and Cécred haircare line offer $500,000 in grants to cosmetology students and salon entrepreneurs in five US cities to support industry creativity and self-expression.

Atlanta rapper Gunna will start his 2024 Bittersweet Tour with Flo Milli on May 4, featuring 16 North American cities and a philanthropic aspect supporting urban communities in Atlanta.

Actress Cocoa Brown's house was destroyed by fire, believed to have started from a candle; a GoFundMe is set up to aid her recovery.

Brookfield Zoo in Illinois is introducing a 130-foot-tall Ferris Wheel for its 90th anniversary, offering views of the zoo and Chicago skyline. Tickets are $8, with discounts for members. Other new attractions include an aviary and special events.