Today in News History

On June 24, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1917, Ramblin' Tommy Scott, American singer and guitarist (died 2013) was born. In 1934, Jean-Pierre Ferland, Canadian singer-songwriter (died 2024) was born. In 1941, Erkin Koray, Turkish singer-songwriter and guitarist (died 2023) was born. In 1942, Michele Lee, American actress and singer was born. In 1943, US military police attempt to arrest a black soldier in Bamber Bridge, England, sparking the Battle of Bamber Bridge mutiny that leaves one dead and seven wounded. In 1944, Jeff Beck, English guitarist and songwriter (died 2023) was born. In 1960, Siedah Garrett, American singer-songwriter and pianist was born. In 1973, The UpStairs Lounge arson attack takes place at a gay bar located on the second floor of the three-story building at 141 Chartres Street in the French Quarter of New Orleans, Louisiana, US. Thirty-two people die as a result of fire or smoke inhalation. In 1978, Ariel Pink, American singer-songwriter was born. In 1986, Solange Knowles, American singer-songwriter and actress was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.