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Today in History: Chicago balcony collapse kills 13, injures 57
6/29/2025
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- On June 29, 2003, an overloaded balcony collapsed during a party in a Chicago apartment building, resulting in the deaths of 13 people and injuring 57 others. This tragic incident marked the deadliest porch collapse in American history, highlighting serious safety concerns regarding building regulations and occupancy limits.
