Today in News History

On June 27, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1895, The inaugural run of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad's Royal Blue from Washington, D.C., to New York City, the first U.S. passenger train to use electric locomotives. In 1931, Charles Bronfman, Canadian-American businessman and philanthropist was born. In 1948, Camile Baudoin, American guitarist was born. In 1966, Jeff Conine, American baseball player and sportscaster was born. In 1966, Jörg Bergen, German footballer and manager was born. In 1976, Johnny Estrada, American baseball player was born. In 1979, Martin Bourboulon, French film director and screenwriter was born. In 1983, Jim Johnson, American baseball player was born. In 1984, D.J. King, Canadian ice hockey player was born. In 1995, Monté Morris, American basketball player was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.