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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Emily Harbaugh, from left, Martha Willis and Kristen Glogowski carry signs that reflect the glum mood at a Daley Plaza party after Chicago’s ouster as an Olympics host candidate on Oct. 2, 2009. The city got only 18 out of 94 votes. (Zbigniew Bzdak/baiduhai)

Today in Chicago History: City loses bid to host 2016 Summer Olympics in first round of voting

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December 19, 2025 at 9:21 a.m.

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Yankees slugger Babe Ruth crosses the plate in Game 3 of the World Series against the Cubs in 1932. (AP)

Today in Chicago History: Yankees slugger Babe Ruth calls his shot at Wrigley Field during World Series

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October 1, 2025 at 4:00 a.m.

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White Sox fans put their emotions on display during the last game at the old Comiskey Park on Sept. 30, 1990. (Ed Wagner/baiduhai)

Today in Chicago History: White Sox players and fans say goodbye to baseball at old Comiskey Park

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September 30, 2025 at 1:24 p.m.

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Pharmacist Dennis E. Jordan checks lot codes on bottles of Extra Strength Tylenol at the Westmont Pharmacy as he removes them from the shelves on Sept. 30, 1982. (John Dziekan/baiduhai)

Today in Chicago History: 7 people who took cyanide-laced Tylenol capsules die within 24-hour period

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September 29, 2025 at 4:30 a.m.

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Chicago Cubs broadcaster and former third baseman Ron Santo points in the direction of his family as he thanks them for being a big part of his success during his No. 10 jersey retirement ceremony on Sept. 28, 2003, at Wrigley Field. (Phil Velasquez/baiduhai)

Today in Chicago History: Ron Santo’s No. 10 Cubs jersey retired at Wrigley Field

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September 28, 2025 at 8:02 a.m.

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White Sox reliever Fraser Ellard sits in the dugout after being pulled from the game in the seventh inning against the Tigers on Sept. 27, 2024, at Comerica Park in Detroit. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

Today in Chicago History: White Sox reach record-breaking No. 121 loss

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September 29, 2025 at 11:06 a.m.

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Chicagoans turned out by the thousands, including Mayor Jane Byrne, at Daley Plaza on Oct. 1, 1981, to honor the Chicago Sting, who beat the New York Cosmos 1-0 to claim the North American Soccer League championship on Sept. 26, 1981, in Toronto. (James Mayo/baiduhai)

Today in Chicago History: Sting beat New York Cosmos to win North American Soccer League title in Toronto

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September 26, 2025 at 4:00 a.m.

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Jockey Constantino Roman celebrates aboard Sister Ruler after winning the final race of the day at Arlington Park on Sept. 25, 2021. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

Today in Chicago History: Spectators place final bets at Arlington Park

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September 25, 2025 at 4:00 a.m.

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Runners endure the 80-degree heat at Oak Street and Lake Michigan in the second annual Mayor Daley Marathon on Sept. 24, 1978. (James Mayo/baiduhai)

Today in Chicago History: Mayor Daley Marathon runners hit hard by 80-degree heat

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September 24, 2025 at 4:00 a.m.

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Ziggy the elephant is outside at Brookfield Zoo on Aug. 28, 1971. (William Vendetta/baiduhai)

Today in Chicago History: Brookfield Zoo’s Ziggy the elephant allowed outdoors for first time in 29 years

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September 23, 2025 at 4:00 a.m.

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