On June 24 in history, the NFL got its name, Apple released the iPhone 4, the UFO craze began, and the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. (READ MORE)
How a Milk Spill in Michigan Changed Driving Forever
Michigan helped introduce painted center lines on roads after a simple milk wagon spill inspired one of the most important traffic safety ideas in history.
June 23 in History: The First SAT Exam, “Batman” Hits Theaters, and Apple Unveils the Power Mac
On June 23 in history, the first SAT exam was given, “Batman” premiered in theaters, a deadly Lake Michigan plane crash occurred, and Michigan’s famous escaped python Big Sid made headlines. (READ MORE)
June 22 in History: The GI Bill Is Signed, Joe Louis Wins the Title, and Pluto’s Moon Charon Is Discovered
On June 22 in history, the GI Bill was signed, Joe Louis became heavyweight champion, Pluto’s moon Charon was discovered, and the Cuyahoga River fire changed environmental policy. (READ MORE)
June 18 in History: Sally Ride Makes Space History, Columbia Records Launches LPs, and Space Force Is Announced
On June 18 in history, Sally Ride became the first American woman in space, LP records debuted, Churchill gave his “Finest Hour” speech, and Space Force was announced. (READ MORE)
June 15 in History: George Washington Takes Command, Pizza Hut is Founded, and Microsoft Retires Internet Explorer
On June 15 in history, George Washington took command of the Continental Army, Michigan gained the Upper Peninsula, Pizza Hut was founded, and Internet Explorer was retired by Microsoft. (READ MORE)
June 14 in History: The U.S. Flag is Adopted, the Army is Born, and Grand Rapids Unveils La Grande Vitesse
On June 14 in history, the U.S. Army was founded, the American flag was adopted, Univac became the first commercial computer, and Grand Rapids unveiled La Grande Vitesse. (READ MORE)