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Today in History: Pakistan gains independence

August 14, 2025 at 4:00 a.m.

On Aug. 14, 1947, Pakistan gained independence from British rule.

August 14, 2025 at 4:00 a.m.

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August 13, 2025 at 4:00 a.m.

On Aug. 13, In 1918, Opha May Johnson became the first woman to join the...

August 13, 2025 at 4:00 a.m.

Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Aug. 13, according...

August 12, 2025 at 4:00 a.m.

Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Aug. 12, according...

August 12, 2025 at 4:00 a.m.

Today is Tuesday, Aug. 12, the 224th day of 2025. There are 141 days left...

August 14, 2025 at 3:10 p.m.

Before these hot, humid days are gone for good, let's step back and think about...

August 11, 2025 at 4:00 a.m.

Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Aug. 11, according...

August 11, 2025 at 4:00 a.m.

On Aug. 11, 1992, the Mall of America, the nation’s largest shopping and entertainment center, opened...

August 10, 2025 at 2:30 p.m.

The Tribune's movie critic in 1925 wrote the Uptown Theatre is "lavish of space, decoration...