1987: Guilty Pleas in Prostitution Ring Case On May 20, 1987, Doris Fischer, along with her two daughters and son-in-law, pleaded guilty to running a prostitution ring from their Buffalo Grove home. This was part of an investigation by the FBI and IRS, titled ‘Operation Safebet.’ Weather Records High temperature: 95 degrees in 1977 Low...
On May 19, 2018, Northwestern University graduate Meghan Markle married Prince Harry of Britain at St. George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle, England. This event garnered significant attention worldwide and was covered by the Chicago Tribune. Weather Records for May 19 Weather data from the National Weather Service for Chicago on May 19 shows a high...
The latest developments in technology, science, and industry have captured significant attention. Some notable events include public reactions to discussions on artificial intelligence, a SpaceX mission, corporate movements, and regulatory actions. Commencement Speakers Address Artificial Intelligence At a recent University of Central Florida graduation ceremony, real estate executive Gloria Caulfield and Big Machine Records CEO...
On May 19, voters across the United States participated in the busiest primary election day of the 2026 midterms, with polling locations such as South Oldham Middle School in Crestwood, Kentucky welcoming participants. Six states held their primaries, providing a significant opportunity for voters to shape the political landscape. Kentucky Elections In Kentucky, President Trump...
Kars4Kids is known for its memorable jingle, featuring children turning the charity’s phone number into a catchy tune. However, the advertisements have faced criticism for not disclosing that most proceeds support a Jewish nonprofit aiding young adults. A judge in California recently banned the Kars4Kids jingle, citing its deceptive nature due to undisclosed religious affiliations....
An Arizona man, Leroy Dean McGill, was executed for the 2002 murder of James Perez. McGill, 53, was pronounced dead at 10:26 a.m. PDT after receiving a lethal injection at the Arizona State Prison Complex in Florence. McGill was convicted of killing Perez by throwing gasoline on him and his girlfriend, Nova Banta, before setting...
Fox News host Johnny “Joey” Jones has rejoined the United States Marine Corps. The reenlistment took place during a swearing-in ceremony at the Pentagon. “The last job I had in uniform was to heal. The Marine Corps paid me to recover, and then I retired. There’s nothing wrong with that, but it was unfinished business,”...
At a residence in Mountainair, New Mexico, three individuals died and nearly 20 first responders were quarantined after coming into contact with an unknown substance, according to authorities. New Mexico State Police responded around 11 a.m. to assist the Torrance County Sheriff’s Office at the scene, initially suspected to involve a drug overdose with an...
After assessing soil at approximately 1% of residences affected by the Eaton Fire, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) informed locals that most sites cleared by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers do not have dangerous lead levels. However, some external scientists disagree. The Eaton Fire, which decimated 9,400 homes in Altadena in January 2025,...
Democracy Dies in Darkness Starting June 1, passengers in the Boston area will have a new option to navigate airport security more efficiently. A pilot program provides a way to bypass crowded departure terminals and security lanes. On May 19, 2026, at 2:21 p.m. EDT, the Massachusetts Port Authority announced the opening of the nation’s...