Today in Chicago History: Record-breaking April snowfall — 8 inches — socks evening commuters in 1972
- Posted on April 1, 2026
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Today in Chicago History: Record-breaking April snowfall — 8 inches — socks evening commuters in 1972
Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on April 1, according to the Tribune’s archives.
