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  1. Pete

    The Professional Air Traffic Controllers Organization (PATCO) Union Was Decertified - On This Day, October 22, 1981

    On this day, October 22, 1981, the Professional Air Traffic Controllers Organization (PATCO) union was officially decertified following an illegal strike earlier that year. The strike, which began in August 1981, was broken by the Reagan administration after the majority of PATCO members refused...
  2. Pete

    Prison Inmates Killed Two Correctional Officers at Marion Penitentiary - On This Day, October 22, 1983

    On this day, October 22, 1983, two correctional officers were tragically killed by inmates at the Marion Penitentiary in Illinois. The violent incident led to a nationwide shift in prison security and the eventual development of supermax prisons, where inmates are kept in isolation for 23 hours...
  3. Pete

    Two Police Officers and an Armored Car Guard Killed in Armed Robbery - On This Day, October 20, 1981

    On this day, October 20, 1981, a tragic incident occurred when members of the Black Liberation Army and the Weather Underground Group carried out an armed robbery that resulted in the deaths of two police officers and an armored car guard. The robbery took place in Nanuet, New York, as the...
  4. Pete

    October 19, 1987: “Black Monday” Hits the U.S. After Dow Jones Falls 508 Points

    On this day, October 19, 1987, the United States experienced one of the most significant stock market crashes in history, known as “Black Monday.” The Dow Jones Industrial Average plummeted by 508 points, a drop of 22.6%, marking the largest single-day percentage decline in the stock market’s...
  5. Pete

    The Loma Prieta Earthquake Strikes the San Francisco Bay Area on October 17, 1989

    On this day, October 17, 1989, the 6.9 magnitude Loma Prieta earthquake struck the San Francisco Bay Area during a live broadcast of the World Series. The quake tragically killed 63 people and injured 3,757 others, causing an estimated $6 billion in damage. It was a historic moment, as the...
  6. Pete

    This Day: October 16, 1987 - Baby Jessica Rescued

    On this day October 16, 1987, Baby Jessica was rescued after being trapped in a well for over 56 hours. The dramatic event captured the world’s attention. In 2011, Jessica McClure used money from a trust fund composed of donations to buy a house just two miles away from where the well once stood.
  7. Pete

    On This Day: October 15, 1987 – Bob Barker Embraces His Natural Look!

    On this day in 1987, Bob Barker made his first appearance on The Price is Right without his signature dyed brown hair. Instead, he embraced his natural gray, receiving a standing ovation from the audience. This memorable moment became a significant part of his legacy, showing that confidence and...
  8. Pete

    On This Day: President Reagan Proclaimed “War on Drugs” - October 14, 1982

    On this day, October 14, 1982, President Ronald Reagan officially declared a “War on Drugs.” This proclamation marked the beginning of a major government campaign to combat illegal drug use, trafficking, and production. The “War on Drugs” shaped US policy throughout the 1980s, with lasting...
  9. Pete

    This Day: Baby Jessica’s Rescue Gripped the Nation - October 14, 1987

    On this day, October 14, 1987, 18-month-old Baby Jessica fell into her aunt’s 22-foot well in Midland, Texas. It took 56 hours for rescuers to free her in what became a national story that captivated millions. The dramatic event later inspired the ABC made-for-TV movie Everybody’s Baby: The...
  10. Pete

    September 6, 1985: Michael Jackson Acquired the Rights to Most of the Beatles’ Catalog

    On this day September 6, 1985, Michael Jackson made headlines by purchasing the publishing rights to the majority of the Beatles’ catalog for $47 million. This bold business move gave Jackson control over some of the most iconic music ever created. Did You Know? Interestingly, Jackson had been...
  11. Pete

    Today August 31, 1988: Tragic Crash of Delta Air Lines Flight 1141

    On this day August 31, 1988, Delta Air Lines Flight 1141 tragically crashed during takeoff from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. The incident resulted in the loss of 14 lives, while 108 others were injured. The crash was a devastating event, deeply impacting the aviation community and...
  12. Pete

    Today August 30, 1984: Space Shuttle Discovery Embarks on Its Maiden Voyage

    On this day August 30, 1984, the Space Shuttle Discovery launched into space for the first time, marking the beginning of its long and storied career in NASA’s shuttle program. Discovery would go on to complete 39 successful missions over the course of 27 years, playing a crucial role in various...
  13. Pete

    The Ramstein Air Disaster in West Germany on This Day August 28, 1988

    The Ramstein Air Disaster occurred on this day in 1988, marking one of the deadliest air show accidents in history. During a performance by the Frecce Tricolori, the Italian Air Force’s aerobatic demonstration team, three aircraft collided mid-air, resulting in a devastating crash. The tragedy...
  14. Pete

    August 26, 1980 - The FBI Detonates a Bomb at Harvey’s Hotel in South Lake Tahoe

    On this day August 26, 1980, a tense situation unfolded at Harvey’s Hotel in South Lake Tahoe when the FBI was forced to detonate a bomb planted in the casino. The explosive device had been placed by several men disguised as delivery workers, who had carefully booby-trapped it, creating a...
  15. Pete

    On This Day: August 17, 1982 - The Birth of Compact Disc Mass Production

    On this day August 17, 1982, a revolutionary moment in music history occurred with the beginning of mass production of compact discs (CDs) in Langenhagen, Germany. This innovation marked a significant leap forward in the way people listened to and distributed music. Just a few months later, on...
  16. Pete

    Tragic Crash of Northwest Airlines Flight 255 Happened Today August 16, 1987

    On this day August 16, 1987, Northwest Airlines Flight 255 tragically crashed shortly after takeoff from Detroit Metropolitan Airport in Michigan. The crash claimed the lives of 154 out of the 155 people on board, including all six crew members, and two people on the ground were also killed by...
  17. Pete

    On This Day: August 10, 1981 - The Tragic Discovery of John Walsh’s Son, Adam

    On August 10, 1981, a heartbreaking tragedy struck John Walsh and his family when the body of his son, Adam, was found after being abducted from a Sears department store in Hollywood, Florida. This devastating loss profoundly impacted John Walsh, leading him to channel his grief into action...
  18. Pete

    July 29, 1982 - Jerry Lawler Slaps Andy Kaufman on Late Night with David Letterman

    On this day, July 29, 1982, professional wrestler Jerry Lawler slapped TV star Andy Kaufman in the face during an appearance on “Late Night with David Letterman.” This memorable and shocking moment became a defining part of both their careers, blurring the lines between reality and performance...
  19. Pete

    July, 28, 1984 - ABC Began Their Coverage of the Summer Olympic Games From Los Angeles

    On July 28, 1984, ABC started their coverage of the Summer Olympic Games held in Los Angeles, with Jim McKay and Peter Jennings as hosts. Did You Know? The Soviet Union boycotted the 1984 Olympics in retaliation for the United States boycotting the 1980 Moscow Olympics. The United States and...
  20. Pete

    The McDonald’s Massacre in San Ysidro - July 18, 1984

    On July 18, 1984, the McDonald’s massacre occurred in San Ysidro, California, resulting in the deaths of 21 people and injuries to 19 others. The shooter, James Oliver Huberty, carried out the attack with multiple firearms before being shot and killed by the police. This tragic event remains one...
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