Today in Sports History: Cal Ripken surpasses Lou Gehrig’s record – Chicago Tribune
In 1995, Cal Ripken played in his 2,131st consecutive major league game to surpass Lou Gehrig’s 56-year record. Ripken received a 22-minute standing ovation and later hit a homer in Baltimore’s 4-2 win over California.
Ports of Indiana unveils new $6 million dock; expects to bring more business
For the first time in 20 years, Ports of Indiana opened a new dock, which the organization’s CEO called a landmark event.
Today in Sports History: Mark McGwire reaches 60 home runs – Chicago Tribune
In 1998, Mark McGwire becomes the third player in baseball history to reach 60 home runs, as the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Cincinnati Reds 7-0. He joins Babe Ruth and Roger Maris with 60 homers in a single season.
Today in Sports History: Kyle Busch becomes youngest driver to win a NASCAR Cup Series race – Chicago Tribune
In 2005, 20-year-old Kyle Busch becomes youngest driver to win a NASCAR Cup Series race when he out duels Greg Biffle in the Sony HD 500 at California Speedway.
Oak Lawn project to add parking for Palermo's
The Oak Lawn project is estimated to cost $700,000 and include new lighting, landscaping and ways to move traffic away from homes.
Today in Sports History: Cubs slugger Ernie Banks hits his MLB 400th career home run – Chicago Tribune
In 1965, Cubs slugger Ernie Banks hits his MLB 400th career home run (off Curt Simmons) in Chicago’s 5-3 win v St. Louis at Wrigley Field; Simmons also gave up Willie Mays’ 400th home run in 1963.
ESPN networks, ABC and Disney channels go dark on DirecTV on a busy night for sports – Chicago Tribune
Disney Entertainment channels went dark on DirecTV Sunday night after the sides were unable to reach a new carriage agreement.
Today in Sports History: Chicago Bears and the College All-Stars play – Chicago Tribune
In 1934, the Chicago Bears and the College All-Stars played to a 0-0 tie before 79,432 in the first game of this series.
Today in Sports History: Cristiano Ronaldo breaks the world record for goals scores – Chicago Tribune
In 2021, Cristiano Ronaldo breaks the world record for goals scores in men’s international soccer with his 110th and 111th goals for Portugal in a 2-1 World Cup qualifying win over the Republic of Ireland.
Today in Sports History: Aaron Rodgers signs record contract extension with the Green Bay Packers – Chicago Tribune
In 2018, Aaron Rodgers signs NFL record contract extension with the Green Bay Packers; 4 years worth $134M rising to a possible $180M with a record $103m in guarantees.
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Today in Sports History: Ohio State suspends football coach Urban Meyer – Chicago Tribune
In 2018, Ohio State suspends football coach Urban Meyer three games for mishandling repeated professional and behavioral problems of an assistant coach, with investigators finding Meyer protected his
Today in Sports History: Kyle Busch makes NASCAR history – Chicago Tribune
In 2010, Kyle Busch makes NASCAR history with an unprecedented sweep of three national races in one week, completing the trifecta with a victory in the Sprint Cup race at Bristol Motor Speedway.
Canadian freight trains could stop moving Thursday.
Businesses across a variety of industries are bracing for freight trains to stop moving Thursday at both major Canadian freight railroads if they can’t resolve a contract dispute with the union that represents engineers, conductors and dispatchers.
Today in Sports History: Tiger Woods becomes first golfer since 1953 to win 3 majors in a calendar year – Chicago Tribune
In 2000, Tiger Woods wins the PGA Championship in a playoff over Bob May, becoming the first player since Ben Hogan in 1953 to win three majors in one year. He’s the first player to repeat as PGA champion since Denny Shute in 1937.
Today in Sports History: Mike Tyson starts his comeback – Chicago Tribune
In 1995, Mike Tyson starts his comeback, knocking out Peter McNeeley in 89 seconds at Las Vegas. McNeeley’s manager Vinnie Vecchione jumps into the ring to stop the fight after his boxer is knocked down twice in the first round.
Today in Sports History: Floyd Patterson knocks out Roy Harris – Chicago Tribune
In 1958, Floyd Patterson knocks out Roy Harris in the 13th round at Wrigley Field in Los Angeles to retain his world heavyweight title.
Today in Sports History: Michael Phelps wins 8th gold medal at Beijing Games – Chicago Tribune
In 2008, at the Summer Olympics in Beijing, Michael Phelps and three teammates win the 400-meter medley relay for Phelps’ eighth gold medal, eclipsing Mark Spitz’s seven-gold performance at the 1972 M
Today in Sports History: Michael Phelps wins 7th gold medal at Beijing Games, ties most ever at Olympics – Chicago Tribune
In 2008, Michael Phelps touches the wall a hundredth of a second ahead of Serbia’s Milorad Cavic to win the 100-meter butterfly. The win gives Phelps his seventh gold medal of the Beijing Games, tying
Today in Sports History: American Football League announced in Chicago – Chicago Tribune
In 1959, The formation of the American Football League is announced in Chicago. Play will begin in 1960 with franchises in six cities with the probability of adding two more teams.
Chicago business owners, residents want nearby migrant shelter moved
A group of business owners and residents near the United Center say that they’re being negatively impacted by the hundreds of migrants who are living at a nearby shelter and are demanding that the mayor move them.
Today in Sports History: The first roller derby begins in Chicago – Chicago Tribune
In 1935, The first roller derby begins in Chicago by promoter Leo Seltzer.
Glenview trustees OK $500,000 grant to new downtown business
Glenview lawmakers' vote to give a $500,000 grant to a company to open a new downtown café and restaurant has riled the owner of an existing café who said the village’s financial support for the
Today in Sports History: Usain Bolt ends stellar career with injury – Chicago Tribune
In 2017, Usain Bolt ends his stellar career in excruciating pain. The Jamaican great crumples to the track with a left-leg injury while chasing a final gold medal for the Jamaican 4x100-meter relay te
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