The village is small, quiet, and refreshingly free of the commercial development that would clash with the station’s vintage ...

As Route 66 celebrates its centennial anniversary, US Travel Editor Ted Thornhill reveals how to get a taste of the ‘good old ...

Illinois Route 4 is mostly a two-lane road that connects rural communities from central to southern Illinois. Its heritage, though, runs much deeper.

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

If you’ve ever wished you could experience what travel was like during the golden age of American highways, Odell, Illinois has exactly what you’re looking for. The Standard Oil of Illinois Gas ...

Beginning this weekend, the National Museum of Transportation is celebrating 100 years of Route 66 with a new exhibit. For ...

Illinois Department of Transportation is celebrating the 100-year anniversary of Route 66 with a new map detailing the historic road's evolution and sights.

Launched in 1926 as part of America’s first federal highway system, Route 66 has always been more than just a road.

From strange classics to surprisingly tasty local staples, these Illinois foods prove the Prairie State does weird and delicious better than anywhere.

The historic route turns 100 years old this year; but while it hogs the headlines, consider these lesser-known alternatives ...

Explore the Last 100 Miles of Route 66 in southwest Illinois, where festivals, roadside icons, and historic stops mark the centennial year.