An Illinois distillery owner was astonished recently when he came across a hidden gun from the era of Al Capone — still fully loaded with historic ammo. The gun — a Colt 1908 manufactured in 1921 — ...

He had a famous name. He had a nice house. He lived among us in Miami Beach. He also was one of the world’s most notorious gangsters. Al Capone died at home on Jan. 25, 1947. Here is a look back at ...

A blast from the past! Workers at a Chicago distillery that allegedly once operated as a speakeasy under crime boss Al Capone have discovered a well-preserved pistol hidden inside its walls, according ...

We take an in-depth look at what really happened during the St. Valentine?s Day Massacre, one of Chicago?s most infamous crimes. The Chicago History Museum explains Al Capone?s possible involvement, ...

During Franklin D. Roosevelt's 12 years as U.S. president, cars became far more than just transportation at the White House. They served as symbols of visibility, security, and presidential authority.

Few mobsters left as large a legacy as James “Big Jim” Colosimo. “Diamond Jim,” as he was sometimes known, immigrated from Italy in 1895 and established a criminal empire in Chicago. But Colosimo’s ...

Lars Larsen recently purchased the Herschleb's ice cream cone and sign, adding them to his extensive collection in Rudolph. The giant ice cream cone now stands near the Larsen family's driveway. The ...

The property's 1920s charm comes with a fascinating history that includes hidden compartments discovered during a 2015 renovation. A historic lakefront property in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, with ties to the ...

If you’re struggling to find the perfect holiday gifts, a visit to one of Philadelphia’s museum gift shops might be just what you… Amtrak’s Silver Star route, which passes through Philadelphia, is the ...

Al Capone's rise to power is chronicled during Prohibition. Hailed as an anti-hero and feared as a cold-blooded crime lord, Al Capone's bootlegging exploits, celebrity and ruthless activities made ...