Tag: History
Honoring ‘Forgotten War’ Veterans at Mt. Soledad Ceremony
The Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial recently held a special ceremony to honor American and South Korean veterans of the Korean War. This event,...
Honoring WWII Soldier: Burial at Jefferson Barracks Cemetery after 80 Years
A World War II soldier, Army Private William A. Smith, was honored and laid to rest with full military honors at Jefferson Barracks National...
Exploring Music, Myth, and Magic in Chicago – Chicago Reader
Leroy and Lucy is a play by Ngozi Anyanwu that delves into the world of music, myth, and magic in a unique and captivating...
Legacy of Grandpa Bay’s Seeds: A Chicago Reader’s Story
Nate Amos and Marcus Drake, former members of the indie pop and experimental rock band Opposites, founded the record label Grandpa Bay in Chicago...
Notre Dame Cathedral Welcomes Paris Olympics’ Iconic Bell Ahead of Reopening – WSVN 7News
Paris's iconic Notre Dame cathedral, which fell silent after the devastating fire in 2019, is set to ring out once again with new bells....
Reviving San Diego’s Historic Starlight Bowl: A Second Chance for Iconic Venue
The historic Starlight Bowl in Balboa Park has faced years of neglect, vandalism, and homelessness taking over the venue. However, there is hope for...
Building Bridges: The History of Chicago Organizers
The 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago brought together a diverse group of protesters and organizers who aimed to highlight important issues and build...
Exploring the History of the Young Lords in Chicago Lore – Chicago Reader
Sammy A. Publes’s Chicago Lore(s) is a captivating political play that delves into the history of the Young Lords and their leader, José “Cha...
Caitlin Clark Makes WNBA History with First Career Triple-Double
Caitlin Clark, the talented rookie guard for the Indiana Fever, made history in the WNBA by recording her first career triple-double. Clark had come...
Juneteenth: A Celebration for All Americans
Good morning, readers. Today's newsletter edition is dedicated to Juneteenth. If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe to receive this newsletter directly to...