Today in Chicago History: Derecho! 100,000 homes without power after winds reach 82 mph.
- Posted on July 5, 2026
- By Chicago Tribune
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Today in Chicago History: Derecho! 100,000 homes without power after winds reach 82 mph.
Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on July 5, according to the Tribune’s archives.
