A new book examines the 16th president's life through the battle royale of Illinois partisan politics. It's ugly — and familiar.

The Abraham Lincoln statue and accompanying educational display at Minnesota State University's Memorial Library is getting a ...

Grace Bedell wrote to Abraham Lincoln before his presidency, urging him to grow a beard. Her great-grandson is keeping her Lincoln legacy alive.

Abraham Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address was truly prophetic—it revealed the spiritual meaning of the Civil War.

Americana fans who want to learn all about the history of Route 66 should check out this suburb of Springfield that has some ...

Whether you’re looking for lazy days by the beach, tranquil nights or a week of adventure, there’s a national park for your ...

The stars who made Hannibal Lecter, Atticus Finch, Daniel Plainview, and more into unforgettable movie characters.

Today is Friday, March 13, 2026. Here are local news reports from 100, 50 and 15 years ago: In 1926, Lincoln biographer and Methodist pastor John Wesley Hill, chancellor of Lincoln Memorial University ...

The National Parks Service said Mount Rushmore will host a fireworks display on July 3 as part of the United States' 250th anniversary celebration.

Many of the world’s most famous landmarks contain spaces the public rarely sees. Behind their familiar exteriors are hidden ...

The nine national parks in the Golden State — including Yosemite, Death Valley and Joshua Tree — attracted nearly 12 million recreational visits in 2025, according to statistics from the National Park ...

These Illinois restaurants serve amazing food in the most unexpected places, from airports to historic landmarks.