What Happened on July 4, 2022

Historical Events

  • Lone shooter at a 4th of July parade in Highland Park, Chicago, kills seven and wounds 47, later captured [1]
  • Minneosta Twins turn 1st 8-5 triple play in MLB history as centerfielder Byron Buxton makes a catch and third baseman Gio Urshela tags one runner out in the basepath and doubles-off another runner by tagging second base against White Sox in Chicago

Famous Deaths

  • Hank Goldberg, American sports broadcaster (radio colour commentator Miami Dolphins 1978-92; ESPN2, ESPN Radio), dies from chronic kidney disease at 82
  • Janusz Kupcewicz, Polish soccer midfielder (20 caps; KS Arka Gdynia, ASSE Saint-Étienne), dies from a stroke at 66
  • Remco Campert, Dutch writer and poet (son of Jan Campert), dies at 92
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About July 4, 2022

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 1 year, 9 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Cancer

Holidays: Independence Day (United States)

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: As It Was - Harry Styles
  • UK #1 Song: Running Up That Hill - Kate Bush