n 1986, millions of Americans sat glued to their TVs for what was promised to be one of the biggest live events in history — the opening of Al Capone’s secret vault. Hosted by Geraldo Rivera, The ...

Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Oct. 17, according to the Tribune’s archives. Is an important event missing from this date? Email us. 1891: The Chicago Orchestra (later ...

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Two-time Oscar-winner Jason Robards, the craggy-faced actor best remembered for his role as Washington Post editor Ben Bradlee… Two-time Oscar-winner Jason Robards, the craggy-faced actor best ...

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Jason Kidd is staying in Dallas. The Mavericks head coach agreed on a multiyear contract extension with the franchise, according to NBA insider Marc Stein. Full details of the extension are not known.

On this day in 1931, Al Capone, who had reportedly boasted, “They can’t collect legal taxes from illegal money,” was found guilty of tax evasion.