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Why you should consider a trip to Springfield, Illinois

September 16, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

Springfield is a city steeped in American history, but the one man who looms large over the city is the country’s 16th president.

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum

Lincoln photograph to be unveiled

September 28, 2023 The Center Square

The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum in Springfield will be unveiling a 165-year-old photograph of the former president.

White Sox consider move away from Chicago

August 29, 2023 The Center Square

The Chicago White Sox could leave the southside for either the suburbs or out of state completely, joining the Bears in their potential move, according to a report.

A view of Chicago from the John Hancock Center on Jan. 16, 2016.

Group names Chicago, New Orleans as U.S. murder capitals

February 23, 2023 The Center Square

Chicago recorded 697 total homicides in 2022, far more than any other city in the United States, but New Orleans had the highest murder rate per capita, according to a new report from a nonprofit research group.

Illinois State Museum launches Route 66 collecting initiative

December 29, 2021 The Center Square

The Illinois State Museum announced Tuesday its Route 66 collecting initiative, which is focused on expanding the institution’s holdings of related historic objects ahead of 2026 exhibition marking the 100th anniversary of the Mother Road.

Cahokia Mounds introduces augmented reality experience

December 4, 2021 The Center Square

After five years of development, Cahokia Mounds is offering a new interpretive experience.

Lawmakers call for mediation between Lincoln Library and Museum and foundation

April 19, 2021 The Center Square

Illinois lawmakers are urging representatives from the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum and the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library Foundation to work out their differences through mediation.

Millions plan to travel for Thanksgiving despite COVID-19 concerns

November 25, 2020 The Center Square

More than 2 million Illinoisans are expected to travel this Thanksgiving holiday, despite advice from health experts.

Washington joins Illinois, Ohio in banning dining-in at restaurants and bars

March 16, 2020 The Center Square

The state of Washington will follow Illinois, Ohio and other areas that are banning dining-in at restaurants and bars.

Illinois State Museum will close all facilities

March 16, 2020 The Center Square

The Illinois State Museum will close all its facilities, including its main facility in Springfield, its Research and Collections Center, Dickson Mounds Museum in Lewistown and the Lockport Gallery in Lockport.