On This Day in Chicago History: September 7th
Chicago, IL – September 7, 2024 - From record-breaking temperatures to pivotal moments in Chicago politics and sports, September 7th has proven to be a significant date in the city’s history.Here’s a look back at key events from the Chicago Tribune archives.
A Day of Extremes: Weather History
Chicago weather on September 7th has been anything but predictable. Records from the National Weather Service show a wide range:
Hottest on Record: 100°F (1960)
Coldest on Record: 42°F (1986)
Wettest on Record: 1.79 inches of precipitation (1980)
Snowfall: None recorded.
Ancient Highlights:
1963: Halas Honored: Chicago Bears legend George Halas was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, cementing his legacy as a pioneer of the game. You can read more about the Bears’ Hall of Famers here.
1986: The Dawn of Instant Replay: A controversial play during a Bears-Browns game marked the first-ever use of instant replay in the NFL
