Join Springfield’s Route 66 centennial 5K on June 6 at the Illinois State Fairgrounds. Celebrate 100 years of history with a ...

For many St. Louisans, Springfield, Illinois, has long been a favorite for a quick day trip. But look a little closer, and you’ll find this historic capital city has more than enough to fill a ...

After 16 months of being shuttered, the Springfield and Central Illinois African American History Museum held a grand reopening on Sept. 13, 2025.

SPRINGFIELD — The former home of Abraham Lincoln and seat of state government, Illinois' capital city also carries a dark chapter in its history that some might rather forget. Making sure that doesn't ...