History

Today in Chicago History: Northwestern basketball coach Ricky Byrdsong shot and killed by white supremacist

July 3, 2026 at 4:00 a.m.

Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on July 3, according...

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

On July 3, 2011, Novak Djokovic won his first Wimbledon, beating defending champion Rafael Nadal.

July 2, 2026 at 9:42 p.m.

Researchers at the National Archives have since identified the document as a rare early copy...

July 2, 2026 at 2:06 p.m.

Here's a look back at the history of Navy Pier, Chicago's magnificent gem on Lake...

July 2, 2026 at 4:00 a.m.

Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on July 2, according...

July 2, 2026 at 3:30 a.m.

On July 2, 1962, the first Walmart store opened in Rogers, Arkansas.

July 1, 2026 at 4:00 a.m.

Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on July 1, according...

July 1, 2026 at 3:30 a.m.

On July 1, 1973, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration was established.

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...