The archives include Delaware's response to Japanese attack in 1941, arrests in three-state drug ring in 1975, UD sports ...

1924: Stateville prison in Joliet was dedicated. More than 2,000 people traveled to see what was then known as the world’s most modern prison. The facility was closed in 2024.

Explore December 4 history highlights: launch of The Observer, Arctic expedition Polaris, King Carloman's death, and the ...

1987: Viewers watching “Doctor Who” on WTTW-TV experienced one of the oddest things ever to cross Chicago televisions — a 90-second hijacking of the airwaves, featuring a person dressed as TV ...

Every day has a history, but have you ever wondered what makes December 4 special? As we turn the page on the calendar, we ...

1916: The British steamer Sowell arrived at Sand Key with the crew of the American schooner Rena A. Murphy, who were saved ...