Today in Chicago History: ‘May Day’ born after workers take to the streets to demand an 8-hour workday
- Posted on May 1, 2026
- By Chicago Tribune
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Today in Chicago History: ‘May Day’ born after workers take to the streets to demand an 8-hour workday
Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on May 1, according to the Tribune’s archives.
