Today in News History

On June 22, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1897, Edmund A. Chester, American journalist and broadcaster (died 1973) was born. In 1929, Bruce Kent, English activist and laicised Roman Catholic priest (died 2022) was born. In 1940, Esther Rantzen, English journalist was born. In 1941, Ed Bradley, American journalist (died 2006) was born. In 1941, Terttu Savola, Finnish journalist and politician was born. In 1943, Brit Hume, American journalist and author was born. In 1953, Bruce McAvaney, Australian journalist and sportscaster was born. In 1971, Kurt Warner, American football player and sportscaster was born. In 1973, Carson Daly, American radio and television host was born. In 1974, Jo Cox, British politician (died 2016) was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.