President Abraham Lincoln signed into law an act that provided for the transcontinental railroad. The Lincoln Locomotive was ...

The Fourth of July is a federal holiday, meaning federal buildings and courts, state of Illinois offices and courts, the ...

Pritzker said at his announcement Thursday that his goal in 2026 is to preserve his legacy and “protect” the story of ...

The bills aim to streamline the college application process, help with financial aid applications and strengthen programs ...

The City of Springfield has officially launched Community Connection. It's a new tool available through the new City Navigator, an online portal that centralizes access to City services and ...

He’s a force of nature,” she said. “He really changes your opinion of people. He sees the good in the world and how we can ...

As we prepare to enjoy fireworks over the lake or at a suburban venue close to home, there’s another day we Illinoisans have come to recognize every year: New Tax Day, which we observe every July 1.

Rick Springfield, Wang Chung, John Waite and Paul Young take a look back, teaming up as the collective 'I Want My 80s' tour ...

Regional animosities have existed in Illinois since before it was admitted to the Union in 1818 as the 21st state, and only ...

Gov. JB Pritzker acknowledged that President Donald Trump's reelection was a factor in his decision to seek a third term. "I ...

North Park University and the University of Illinois Springfield are expanding their workforce-focused virtual offerings, consistent with a trend in higher education to fill jobs by meeting students ...