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Today in History: Indianapolis Motor Speedway hosts its first race

August 19, 2025 at 4:00 a.m.

On Aug. 19, 1909, Indianapolis Motor Speedway hosted its first automobile race.

August 19, 2025 at 4:00 a.m.

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August 18, 2025 at 4:00 a.m.

Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Aug. 18, according...

August 18, 2025 at 4:00 a.m.

On Aug. 18, 2014, Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon ordered the National Guard to Ferguson, a...

August 17, 2025 at 4:00 a.m.

On August 17, 1959, trumpeter Miles Davis released “Kind of Blue,” regarded as one of...

August 17, 2025 at 4:00 a.m.

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August 16, 2025 at 4:00 a.m.

On Aug. 16, 1954, the first issue of “Sports Illustrated” was released.

August 16, 2025 at 4:00 a.m.

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August 15, 2025 at 4:00 a.m.

Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Aug. 15, according...

August 15, 2025 at 4:00 a.m.

On Aug. 15, 1947, India gained independence after nearly 200 years of British rule.