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The Suicide Bridge

Built in 1894, Lincoln Park's "High Bridge" was the site of nearly 100 suicides, earning it the nickname "suicide bridge." The bridge was torn down in 1919.

June 17 at 3:13 PM 4.0 4

The First Edition of the Chicago Tribune, 1847

The first edition of the Chicago Tribune was published on June 10, 1847. All 400 copies were pressed by hand.

June 10 at 2:23 PM 3.0 4

The Henry B Clarke House

The oldest house in Chicago was built in 1836. It has been moved twice, and stands today in the Prairie District.

June 4 at 6:01 PM 4.0 4

O'Hare in relation to the Loop

O'Hare is about 7,627 acres, or 11.25 square miles. That roughly covers the area from the Loop north to Diversey, and west to Humboldt Park.

May 19 at 8:04 PM 4.0 4

O'Hare, as part of its sustainability initiative, is home to over one million bees.

O'Hare, as part of its sustainability initiative, is home to over one million bees.

May 17 at 8:41 PM

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