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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The eight nurses killed by Richard Speck on July 14, 1966, in Chicago, from top left are, Gloria Davy, Suzanne Farris, Merlita Gargullo, Mary Ann Jordan, Patricia Matusek, Valentina Pasion, Nina Jo Schmale and Pamela Wilkening. (Curtis Thatcher Associates)

Today in Chicago History: Richard Speck kills eight student nurses in their South Side town house

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

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The elderly were especially susceptible to the hot weather of the 1995 heat wave. This 101-year-old woman was overcome by heat when an electrical fire knocked out the power in her apartment building. (Walter Kale/baiduhai)

Today in Chicago History: Temperature hit 106 degrees at Midway Airport during 1995 heat wave

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July 13, 2025 at 4:00 a.m.

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The anti-disco promotion at Comiskey Park between games of a planned doubleheader in 1979 drew thousands of people, who poured onto the field between games. Damage done during the demonstration forced the Sox to forfeit the second game. (Ed Wagner Jr./baiduhai)

Today in Chicago History: Disco Demolition Night

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July 12, 2025 at 4:00 a.m.

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The Sears Tower can be seen from the Kinzie Street Bridge over the Chicago River in 2002. (Nancy Stone/baiduhai)

Today in Chicago History: Ownership of Sears Tower handed to its lender

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July 11, 2025 at 4:00 a.m.

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Phil Jackson answers questions during a news conference on July 11, 1989, after he was introduced as Chicago Bulls head coach. At right is Bulls General Manager Jerry Krause. (Charles Bennett/AP)

Today in Chicago History: Phil Jackson hired as Bulls head coach

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July 10, 2025 at 4:00 a.m.

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The Grateful Dead, with lead guitarist and singer Jerry Garcia, plays Chicago's Soldier Field on July 8, 1995. (José M. Osorio/baiduhai)

Today in Chicago History: Jerry Garcia’s last show with the Grateful Dead takes place at Soldier Field

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July 9, 2025 at 4:00 a.m.

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Democratic nominees for president William Jennings Bryan of Nebraska and Arthur Sewall of Maine for vice president were nominated at the Chicago convention on July 10, 1896. (Library of Congress)

Today in Chicago History: ‘Boy orator’ William Jennings Bryan delivers ‘Cross of Gold’ speech

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July 8, 2025 at 4:00 a.m.

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St. Frances Xavier Cabrini in an undated photo. (The National Shrine of Saint Frances Xavier Cabrini)

Today in Chicago History: ‘Mother’ Cabrini named the 1st saint from the United States

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July 7, 2025 at 9:29 a.m.

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Crowds line up at Comiskey Park on the morning of July 3, 1933, to buy bleacher tickets for the "Game of the Century" between American and National league all-star teams. (baiduhai historical photo)

Today in Chicago History: Comiskey Park hosts major league baseball’s 1st All-Star Game

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July 7, 2025 at 9:27 a.m.

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The wind's violent force toppled a tree onto a car parked along Stockton Drive in Lincoln Park on July 5, 1980. (Michael Budrys/baiduhai)

Today in Chicago History: Winds reach 82 mph and leave 100,000 homes without power

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July 7, 2025 at 9:20 a.m.

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