History

Illinois Ammonia Spill Tragedy: 5 Dead, 5 Injured in 4,000-Gallon Catastrophe

TEUTOPOLIS, Ill. – The Illinois State Police, along with numerous state and federal agencies, have finalized their emergency response to a horrific accident Friday night on U.S. Highway 40. A...

New Lenox: Silver Cross Hospital’s Inaugural Walk to Remember for Perinatal and Infant Loss

New Lenox, IL - In a compassionate outreach, Silver Cross Hospital invites the New Lenox community to its inaugural...

Bradley Residents: Join the Spooky Fun in the 4th Annual Halloween House Decorating Contest

BRADLEY, IL - It's that spine-chilling time of year again! Bradley residents, get ready to unleash your inner Halloween...

Illinois State Police Squad Car Struck While Assisting Motorist – 15th Scott’s Law-Related Crash of 2023

Granite City, Illinois - On Friday, an Illinois State Police (ISP) Trooper's squad car was hit on Interstate 270...

October Unleashes 400 Halloween Haunts and Yard Displays Across Illinois Suburbs

CHICAGO, IL – As October descends upon us, the Chicagoland area transforms into a Halloween enthusiast's paradise, with nearly...

From Wallpaper Cleaner to Children’s Icon: The Remarkable Journey of Play-Doh

CINCINNATI, OH – Celebrating National Play-Doh Day this September 16th isn't just about honoring a popular children's toy; it's a testament to reinvention. Before...

Chicago’s Viking Dragon: Geneva, Illinois Hosts Epic Exhibition Debut of ‘Freya’ 

Geneva, Ill. - Prepare to embark on an extraordinary journey through time!  On Tuesday, September 12, at 12 PM, Third Coast Conservation is set to unveil...

Meteor Leaves Hole in Indiana Man’s Chest: Legends and Lore

INDIANA - Delve into the annals of Indiana's history, and you'll uncover a tale that has intrigued and mystified our state for generations.  It's a story...

Celebrating 33 Years: The Day SUE the Tyrannosaurus Rex Emerged from History’s Depths

CHICAGO, IL — Three decades ago, in a remote corner of South Dakota, paleontologist Sue Hendrickson stumbled upon the scientific discovery that would forever change...

Shadow of an Illinois Legend: Baseball, an Asylum, and Juneteenth

Andrew "Rube" Foster, a baseball legend and founder of the Negro Baseball League, had a story that blended triumph with tragedy. Born in Texas...

Join the Bradley Historical Society: Preserving the Legacy of Bradley’s Industrial Past

BRADLEY, IL - The Bradley Historical Society, a devoted group of history enthusiasts, is seeking new members to join their ranks as they prepare to...
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