Before Chicago’s famous blaze, Wisconsin faced its own inferno. The 1871 Peshtigo Fire killed over 1,200 people and remains ...

MONROE, La. (KNOE) - A spark in a barn ignited one of the biggest fire disasters in American history on Oct. 8, 1871. The two ...

We take a look at five of our favorite places in Chicago said to be haunted by the ghosts of politicians — and their scandals ...

Discover key events on October 8 including the Great Chicago Fire, Soviet satellite transmission, and worldwide ...

Through thick, black smoke and radiating heat, a firefighter in full turnout gear can be intimidating, especially for a child in a crisis. Each October, firefighters across the country promote fire ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- This week, the Church of the Holy Family honored the man, known as Chicago's first architect. John Mills Van Osdel designed the interior of the historic church, one of five public ...

What started to commemorate a fire that killed approximately 300 people, destroyed over 17,000 structures and left more than 100,000 residents of Chicago homeless, now brings fire safety awareness to ...

Discover the significant world events, notable birthdays, and notable deaths that occurred on October 8. Check what happened today in history here.

On this day in 1871, a fire that began in a small barn tore through Chicago, killing 300 people, leaving 100,000 homeless, ...

1949: Iva Ikuko Toguri D’Aquino, aka “Tokyo Rose,” whose family lived in Chicago, was sentenced to 10 years in prison and a $10,000 fine. She was convicted on one count of treason for broadcasting ...