The Hoyt Library is announcing a new addition to the existing Presidential Center at the Kingston library. The Lincoln Gallery is a thoughtfully curated collection of original, rare, and ...

February 23, 2026 By Carol Britton Meyer Longtime Hingham resident Jim Conroy is settling into his new role as town historian ...

This year marks America’s 250th anniversary. The nation recently celebrated President’s Day, and it’s getting closer to ...

This past January, a new exhibit arrived in town and is currently on view at The Urbana Free Library. "Journey to Freedom: ...

In Springfield, that same amount can cover a one-bedroom apartment at around $650, utilities running about $150, and still leave you with $700 for groceries and other essentials. That’s not fantasy ...

Illinois day trips from Chicago worth the drive in 2026, including canyon hikes, historic towns, gardens, and thrilling theme parks.

Explore 56 historic sites with Illinois’ free Passport to Illinois, released ahead of America’s 250th anniversary. Pick one ...

As America turns 250 years old in 2026, CBS News Chicago is looking back at two presidents who called Illinois home.

Events going on in and around Jacksonville during the week ahead.

By reproducing photos of Abraham Lincoln, Stefan Lorant moved beyond the varied mass of subjective artworks that only ...

A penny shortage is affecting businesses across the country after the U.S. Mint halted production. Retailers are using ...