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Today in History: Earthquake shakes central Mexico

September 19, 2026 at 3:30 a.m.

On Sept. 19, 2017, a powerful earthquake shook central Mexico, collapsing buildings, killing at least 226...

September 18, 2026 at 4:00 a.m.

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

September 18, 2026 at 3:30 a.m.

On Sept. 18, 2014, voters in Scotland rejected independence, opting to remain part of the United...

September 18, 2026 at 1:34 p.m.

Here's a look back at the Valerie Percy murder, the investigation and the few developments...

September 17, 2026 at 2:26 p.m.

The custom fiberglass statue also known as Frank-N-Stein will inhabit "American Pickers" host Rob Wolfe’s...

September 17, 2026 at 4:00 a.m.

Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Sept. 17, according...

September 17, 2026 at 3:30 a.m.

On Sept. 17, 1787, the Constitution of the United States was completed and signed by...

September 16, 2026 at 4:00 a.m.

Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Sept. 16, according...

September 16, 2026 at 3:30 a.m.

On Sept. 16, 1908, General Motors was founded in Flint, Michigan, by William C. Durant.

September 15, 2026 at 4:39 p.m.

Historian of East Chicago's Marktown neighborhood Paul Myers, 73, died Sept. 9 in his sleep...