Today in history: On Oct. 19, 1987, the stock market crashed as the Dow Jones Industrial Average plunged 508 points, or 22.6% in value (its largest daily percentage loss ever), to close at 1,738.74 on what came to be known as “Black Monday.” Also on this date: In 1781, British troops under Gen. Lord... read full story
"Extreme Makeover: Home Edition"