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 from Cape Cod to California.

But what about Venice, Illinois? The town of about 1,700 near St. Louis has a distinction of its own — according to ...

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

For Illinois residents, Motorheads provides an opportunity to explore an important piece of state heritage without undertaking a cross-country journey. For out-of-state visitors, it offers an ...

Mel Cozzi and George Howe, Board of Commissioners for the City of Oregon, join WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to highlight the City of Oregon and all that it has to offer for visitors. Mel and ...

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 ...

Springfield native Bob Waldmire was often described as a gifted artist and cartographer who captured the essence of Route 66 through his whimsical maps and detailed drawings. Known for his meticulous ...

Ozarks Life: Forty years after decertification, motor court proves Route 66 is still alive Rockwood Motor Court is an adventure into Route 66’s past.

Our Route 66 road trip ended at the beginning, at East Jackson Boulevard and South Michigan Avenue in Chicago, where a brown sign hanging 12 feet high on a light post tells people they’ve ...

A new art attraction is nearing completion in Collinsville, Illinois, as artist Kenzie Wolk works to finish a Route 66 mural.

The 100th birthday of Route 66 is Nov. 11, 2026, and the Mother Road has obviously seen better days. Once chock-full of busy, neon-lit motels, gas stations and greasy spoons, good portions of the ...