Kori Rumore

The Missouri School of Journalism graduate uses data and archival materials to report stories. Rumore curates the weekly "Vintage Chicago Tribune" newsletter and wrote "He Had It Coming: Four Murderous Women and the Reporter Who Immortalized Their Stories" with Tribune photo editor Marianne Mather, a fellow Des Plaines native.

An artist's sketch shows the outside and inside details of the Foolkiller, based upon a scientific description of the strange rolling balloon built by Peter Nissen. (Chicago Tribune illustration)

History |
Vintage Chicago Tribune: Exploring ‘Chicago Mysteries’

April 15, 2024 at 5:01 p.m.

Want a sneak peek at a few of the puzzles WTTW's Geoffrey Baer will attempt to solve during his TV special "Chicago Mysteries?" Read on — though be prepared for...

Map: Chicago homicides in 2024 (as of April 5)

Crime and Public Safety |
Chicago homicides in 2024: 130 people slain. Here’s how that compares with previous years.

April 15, 2024 at 10:45 a.m.

Chicago homicide data, which is updated on this page weekly, is through April 13, 2024.

Curtis D. Peck, radio operator at WES station, which would changed its name to WLS after several days of test transmissions, in 1924. WES, which stood for World's Economy Store, would broadcast first on April 9, 1924, from a studio in Chicago located on the 11th floor of the Sears-Roebuck tower. The company's drafting room served as a control room. (Chicago Herald and Examiner)

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Vintage Chicago Tribune: 100 years of WLS — the ‘World’s Largest Store’ — radio

April 11, 2024 at 8:01 p.m.

Sears became a broadcasting pioneer when it launched radio station WLS 100 years ago. The call letters stood for "World's Largest Store," a moniker Sears earned from its massive headquarters...

At 13 years old, Connor Bedard, was proclaimed “the future of hockey.” Four years later, he was selected at No. 1 by the Chicago Blackhawks as the “cornerstone” of their rebuild.

Chicago Blackhawks |
Connor Bedard’s rookie season: Tracking the goals of the Chicago Blackhawks’ No. 1 pick

April 8, 2024 at 9:43 a.m.

At 13 years old, Connor Bedard, was proclaimed “the future of hockey.” Four years later, he was selected at No. 1 by the Chicago Blackhawks as the “cornerstone” of their...

Beulah Annan gave her confession at the Hyde Park police station after shooting her lover Harry Kalstedt earlier that day, on April 3, 1924. (Chicago Tribune historical photo)

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Vintage Chicago Tribune: ‘Prettiest woman ever accused of murder in Chicago’

April 4, 2024 at 2:01 p.m.

The world came to Chicago in 1893 for a grand fair known as the World's Columbian Exposition. A Chicago reporter gave the world a sinister tale of sex, murder, celebrity...

When was the last time Chicago experienced a total solar eclipse? Before the city existed! And the next one won't happen here until 2099. While we're waiting, here's a look back through the decades at how Chicagoans celebrated the arrival of a solar eclipse.

History |
Vintage Chicago Tribune: Solar eclipses and how Chicagoans viewed them

April 3, 2024 at 8:58 a.m.

When was the last time Chicago experienced a total solar eclipse? Before the city existed! And the next one won't happen here until 2099. While we're waiting, here's a look...

Since 1989 — when box scores for Major League Baseball games began to include weather conditions at the ballpark at the time of the first pitch — the Cubs have a 17-19 record in their home openers.

Chicago Cubs |
What’s the forecast for the Cubs home opener and how has Chicago weather affected debuts at Wrigley Field since 1989?

April 1, 2024 at 5:25 p.m.

Since 1989 — when box scores for Major League Baseball games began to include weather conditions at the ballpark at the time of the first pitch — the Cubs have...

Charles Vosalik, dressed as an Easter bunny, passes out candy Easter eggs to youngsters along 26th Street, circa April 1950. (Chicago Tribune archive)

History |
Vintage Chicago Tribune: Hippity, hoppity Easter traditions

March 28, 2024 at 2:00 p.m.

Traditionally, the holiday has brought families together to enjoy a meal and maybe hunt for eggs. In Chicago, it has meant pairing an Easter dress and bonnet with a winter...

Chicago Mayor William Dever welcomes Cardinal George Mundelein upon his arrival home to Chicago at Garfield Boulevard and the Baltimore and Ohio train tracks on May 11, 1924. Mundelein was returning from Rome where he was appointed Cardinal by Pope Pius XI. (Chicago Tribune historical photo)

History |
Vintage Chicago Tribune: What to know about Mundelein, a century after his elevation as Chicago’s first Cardinal

March 25, 2024 at 4:32 p.m.

One hundred years ago, Chicago Catholics were given a gift from Pope Pius XI — the city's first cardinal. Archbishop George W. Mundelein, who arrived in Chicago nine years earlier...

The ornately costumed Sheila Tully Dancers dance down Dearborn Street in the 38th annual St. Patrick's Day Parade, March 18, 1993. (Nancy Stone/Chicago Tribune)

History |
Chicago’s St. Patrick’s Day traditions

March 15, 2024 at 3:48 p.m.

St. Patrick's Day is Sunday. Here in Chicago, we have our own unique ways to mark the occasion — no Irish heritage required.

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