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 1915, Cornelius Warmerdam, American pole vaulter and coach (died 2001) was born. In 1953, Bruce McAvaney, Australian journalist and sportscaster was born. In 1960, Tracy Pollan, American actress was born. In 1961, Jimmy Somerville, Scottish singer-songwriter was born. In 1969, The Cuyahoga River catches fire in Cleveland, Ohio, drawing national attention to water pollution, and spurring the passing of the Clean Water Act and the creation of the Environmental Protection Agency. In 1973, Carson Daly, American radio and television host was born. In 2000, Wuhan Airlines Flight 343 is struck by lightning and crashes into Wuhan's Hanyang District, killing 49 people. In 2009, A Washington D.C Metro train traveling southbound near Fort Totten station collides into another train waiting to enter the station. Nine people are killed in the collision (eight passengers and the train operator) and at least 80 others are injured. In 2022, Bruton Smith, American racetrack promoter (born 1927) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.