Today in Chicago History: Buckingham Fountain opens
"Ferris Bueller's Day Off" premiered 40 years ago today.
@chicagotribune critic Gene Siskel gave it 2 stars. Still, the film was a commercial success. And the Chicago-area filming locations make for a fun tour.
Read all about it (gift link) šļø
www.chicagotribune.com/2026/05/20/m...
Sam Sianis, a Greek immigrant who became one of the most successful saloonkeepers and a popular figure in the sports and media worlds, died in Chicago early Friday morning. He was 91.
Had to chuckle at the corrections on this obituary
Sam Sianis, a Greek immigrant who became one of the most successful saloonkeepers and a popular figure in the sports and media worlds, died in Chicago early Friday morning. He was 91.
Remember this?
Can you believe it happened 20 years ago?
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Kori Rumore Finley
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From the NYTimes:
www.nytimes.com/2026/05/20/d...
And here's the @chicagotribune.com tribute:
www.chicagotribune.com/2026/05/15/s...
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www.chicagotribune.com/2026/06/11/v...
Sam Sianis, a Greek immigrant who became one of the most successful saloonkeepers and a popular figure in the sports and media worlds, died in Chicago early Friday morning. He was 91.www.chicagotribune.com
