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July 5, 2026

5 July 2026

Today in History - What Happened on this Day

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Michigan reports 2 US deaths related to a diarrhea-causing parasite

Democrats see a chance to flip a US House seat over abuse claims

Former President Barack Obama surprises WNBA All-Stars at practice

Iran déjà vu: Trump once again threatens massive escalation against Tehran only to walk back

Iran and Oman make progress on a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz

Michigan Supreme Court rejects permit for Enbridge oil pipeline under Great Lakes

Republican Indiana Senate leader who defied Trump leaving post

Head of the Chicago Police Department to retire after 3 years

Top US admiral warns against coercion, says no nation will dominate Indo-Pacific

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Some progressive Democrats foregrounding faith in inequality fight

Trump touted his tariffs in Michigan despite rising costs. Supporters are worried

7 killed and dozens injured following series of weekend shootings in Chicago

Trump claims Iran talks will start Monday, and other Middle East developments

Lebanese and Israeli negotiators meet in Rome to discuss ceasefire

Tornado leaves damaged buildings, vehicles and downed trees in Wisconsin

'Devastating' reports of sexual misconduct at school supported by Epstein

Illinois governor says troops could be deployed to Chicago

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How India's Gen Z movement of 'Cockroaches' dented Modi's political image

Trump's attacks on mail balloting and concerns over delays turn midterms spotlight on Postal Service

Wisconsin Democrats divided over whether democratic socialist can win

Obamas open presidential museum in Chicago

Blanche rescinds fund for Trump supporters after threat to block his AG bid

Russia and Ukraine trade drone attacks with 5 killed in each country

Wisconsin Tornado stayed on the ground for more than 20 minutes

Trump talks up tariffs as he claims to have saved the American auto industry

Barack and Michelle Obama surprise first visitors to presidential center

US dollar weakens sharply against the Japanese yen after officials intervene

US stocks hit records as profits keep piling up

Wisconsin tornado causes extensive damage and cuts power

Michaigan man killed wife and 6 kids, then himself

Obama Center opens in Chicago with a call to defend democracy

US companies cut reliance on China for critical minerals used in key weapons

Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general clears critical hurdle

Americans face biggest food-price spike in decades

8 found dead in Michigan home after fire, some with gunshot wounds

Senator urges FAA to reject any pressure from Trump over triumphal arch

US dollar weakens sharply against the Japanese yen after officials intervene in markets

Trump's arch could harm the integrity of Washington's historical sites

Government seeks to halt the first U.S. reparations program for Black people

Officials search tornado-damaged areas after strong storms hit Illinois and Indiana

Midwest storms blamed for Iowa death, scores of power outages

'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' beats 'Avengers: Endgame' box office record

Editorials from The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, The Guardian and others

With Oval Office replica and skyline views of Chicago, Obama's new museum is political and personal

Inside Obama's presidential museum opening this month: The cost, the books and a beehive

Chicago US attorney defends his meddling with grand jury

Judge lets DHS proceed with border wall through Texas town's levee system

Musk likely to face tough questions during SpaceX's first earnings call