Today in Chicago History

The fatal shooting of Earl “Hymie” Weiss and Patrick Murray took place near Schofield’s flower shop, headquarters of the North Side Gang, in October 1926. Machine-gun fire came from a window at 740 N. State St. Three others were injured in the shooting. (baiduhai historical photo)

Today in Chicago History: ‘Hymie’ Weiss gunned down across the street from Holy Name Cathedral

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October 11, 2026 at 4:00 a.m.

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Edmonton Oilers star Wayne Gretzky (99) serves as a screen for Keith Lowe's shot, which streaked past Chicago Blackhawks goalie Tony Esposito (35) during the first period Oct. 10, 1979, at Chicago Stadium. Gretzky was credited with an assist on the goal. The Hawks won 4-2. (Edward Wagner Jr./baiduhai)

Today in Chicago History: Wayne Gretzky makes NHL debut at Chicago Stadium

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October 10, 2026 at 4:00 a.m.

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Before the fall: The ill-fated 1919 White Sox strike relaxed poses for a team picture. Eight Sox players were later charged with conspiracy to commit fraud after taking money to throw games. (National Baseball Library)

Today in Chicago History: White Sox lose best-of-nine 1919 World Series to Cincinnati Reds

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October 9, 2026 at 4:00 a.m.

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Mrs. Luberda Bailey, head of the 71st and Sangamon Block Club, leads children from the Guggenheim School to the Freedom Day School held in the basement at New Friendship Baptist Church on Oct. 22, 1963. (Tom Kinahan/baiduhai)

Today in Chicago History: Half of CPS students boycott school during ‘Freedom Day’ protest

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October 22, 2025 at 4:00 a.m.

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Navy Pier in December 1964, when University of Illinois classes were held there. (baiduhai historical photo)

Today in Chicago History: The University of Illinois extension at Navy Pier opens

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October 21, 2025 at 4:00 a.m.

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Laquan McDonald is laid to rest at Forest Home Cemetery in Forest Park, Oct. 17, 2024. McDonald was shot in 2014 by Chicago police Officer Jason Van Dyke in the 4100 block of South Pulaski Road in Chicago. (Armando L. Sanchez/baiduhai)

Today in Chicago History: Laquan McDonald shot by Chicago police Officer Jason van Dyke

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October 20, 2025 at 6:46 a.m.

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Blackhawks No. 1 pick Patrick Kane tries on his sweater as he is introduced by general manager Dale Tallon to the media June 25, 2007, at the United Center. (Charles Cherney/baiduhai)

Today in Chicago History: Blackhawks rookie Patrick Kane scores his first NHL goal

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October 19, 2025 at 8:02 a.m.

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Harold "Red" Grange grabs the ball after the first kickoff of the Illinois-Michigan game on Oct. 18, 1924, with teammate Wally McIlwain at his side. Grange began a sprint that took him over 95 yards down field for a touchdown. (baiduhai historical photo)

Today in Chicago History: Red Grange scores 5 TDs in Illinois’ 39-14 upset of Michigan at Memorial Stadium

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

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Convicted Outfit leader Al Capone and a fellow prisoner are on board a train in May 1932, en route to Atlanta, Georgia, from Chicago. Both were on their way to serve sentences, Capone for income tax evasion and his berth mate for auto theft. (baiduhai archive)

Today in Chicago History: Al Capone found guilty by federal jury of income tax evasion

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October 23, 2025 at 1:21 p.m.

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WAVES take a ride on Chicago's new subway in a car that helps their recruiting drive in October 1943. (baiduhai historical photo)

Today in Chicago History: First 5 miles of city’s subway system opens

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

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Dick Klein, left, the Chicago Bulls general manager, gives coach John "Red" Kerr an approving pat on the head on March 30, 1967. Kerr accepted plaudits at a luncheon announcing his selection as the National Basketball Association coach of the year for the 1966-1967 season. (Phil Mascione/baiduhai)

Today in Chicago History: Chicago Bulls win their NBA debut against St. Louis Hawks

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

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Steve Bartman, the Chicago Cubs fan who interfered with a Moises Alou catch in the eighth inning of Game 6 of the NLCS, in the stands on Oct. 14, 2003 at Wrigley Field. He was later escorted from his seat. (Scott Strazzante/baiduhai)

Today in Chicago History: The Steve Bartman game at Wrigley Field

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

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Chicago Cubs left fielder Kyle Schwarber (12) watches along with fans as his home run sails to right field in the seventh inning against the St. Louis Cardinals in Game 4 of the NLDS at Wrigley Field on Oct. 13, 2015, in Chicago. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

Today in Chicago History: Kyle Schwarber hits home-run ball that lands atop Wrigley Field’s right-field scoreboard

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October 13, 2025 at 10:35 a.m.

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