Today in Chicago History: ‘Empire’ actor Jussie Smollett found guilty for lying to police about purported attack
- Posted on December 9, 2025
- By Chicago Tribune
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Today in Chicago History: ‘Empire’ actor Jussie Smollett found guilty for lying to police about purported attack

Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Dec. 9, according to the Tribune’s archives.