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Today in Chicago History: Secretariat wins effortlessly — by 9 lengths — at Arlington Park

June 30, 2026 at 4:00 a.m.

Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on June 30, according...

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

On June 30, 1934, Adolf Hitler launched his “blood purge” of political and military rivals...

June 30, 2026 at 11:39 a.m.

Richton Park will celebrate its 100th anniversary by patting itself on the back with a Resident Appreciation Day...

June 29, 2026 at 4:00 a.m.

Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on June 29, according...

June 29, 2026 at 3:30 a.m.

On June 29, 2022, R. Kelly was sentenced to 30 years in prison for using...

June 29, 2026 at 11:11 a.m.

While Kennison’s claims gave Chicago a connection to the Revolution many wanted to believe, DuSable’s...

June 28, 2026 at 4:00 a.m.

Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on June 28, according...

June 28, 2026 at 3:30 a.m.

On June 28, 1919, the Treaty of Versailles was signed in France, formally ending the First...

June 27, 2026 at 5:00 a.m.

Illinois builds things. We invent and innovate, too — everything from the Pullman car to...

June 27, 2026 at 4:00 a.m.

Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on June 27, according...