Springfield’s Route 66 Motorheads Bar & Grill serves up a prime rib so tender you could cut it with a nostalgic sigh – just ...

New launches for kayaks and other non-motorized watercraft will be opening in Carpentersville, East Dundee, South Elgin, ...

Springfield’s famous “Horseshoe” sandwich gets its due respect with the “Route 66 Horseshoe” – featuring your choice of protein on Texas toast, smothered with crispy fries and a cheese sauce that ...

Explore the forgotten charm of this cross-country highway that rivals Route 66 in scenic beauty and historic significance ...

For those willing to slow down and experience a taste of America that largely goes unseen, these small towns are well worth the detour.

The Broadway musical and Hollywood movie “Chicago” was based on the stories of two real-life women by the name of Belva and ...

Today in Illinois, only six covered bridges remain. Mostly nestled in out-of-the-way rural locales, many have become ...

As Milwaukee County updates its warning sirens, the area's vibrant warning siren community is documenting the eerie sounds ...

In this article, I’ll show you what’s new along the Illinois stretch of Route 66 in summer 2025, from giant fiberglass art and restored neon parks to fresh murals, historic pavement, and fun festivals ...

After years of community admiration and speculation, the house at 1013 Lovell Road is now a pile of rubble.

Hidden Gems USA Travel planned out a unique road trip that will take you back to the 1800s. Don't miss these historic gems ...