Today in News History

On June 24, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1779, American Revolutionary War: The Great Siege of Gibraltar begins. In 1922, Richard Timberlake, American economist (died 2020) was born. In 1922, Jack Carter, American actor and comedian (died 2015) was born. In 1957, In Roth v. United States, the U.S. Supreme Court rules that obscenity is not protected by the First Amendment. 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 1976, Minor White, American photographer, critic, and academic (born 1908) passed away. In 1978, Ariel Pink, American singer-songwriter was born. In 1979, Mindy Kaling, American actress and producer was born. In 1985, Nate Myles, Australian rugby league player was born. In 2004, In New York, capital punishment is declared unconstitutional. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.