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Today in History: Declaration of Independence adopted

July 4, 2026 at 3:30 a.m.

On July 4, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was adopted by delegates to the Second...

July 3, 2026 at 11:35 a.m.

Rediscovered and restored graves mark the rededication of Elk Grove Cemetery, where two Revolutionary War...

July 3, 2026 at 4:00 a.m.

Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on July 3, according...

July 3, 2026 at 3:30 a.m.

On July 3, 2011, Novak Djokovic won his first Wimbledon, beating defending champion Rafael Nadal.

July 2, 2026 at 9:42 p.m.

Researchers at the National Archives have since identified the document as a rare early copy...

July 2, 2026 at 2:06 p.m.

Here's a look back at the history of Navy Pier, Chicago's magnificent gem on Lake...

July 2, 2026 at 4:00 a.m.

Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on July 2, according...

July 2, 2026 at 3:30 a.m.

On July 2, 1962, the first Walmart store opened in Rogers, Arkansas.

July 1, 2026 at 4:00 a.m.

Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on July 1, according...

July 1, 2026 at 3:30 a.m.

On July 1, 1973, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration was established.