A signed copy of President Abraham Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation will be on display at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum through Feb. 3 before being displayed again at Juneteenth.
History
1 week ago
Emancipation Proclamation back on display at ALPLM, for a limited time

It will be available through early February as part of the “Lincoln:  A Life and Legacy That Defined a Nation” exhibit.

History
3 weeks ago
Most common jobs 150 years ago in Illinois

Stacker compiled a list of the most common jobs in Illinois from 150 years ago using data from the U.S. Census Bureau.

Local
3 weeks ago
84 years later, Springfield remembers

The Japanese “ignited a fire of pride and courage and innovation that still carries with us today.”

A press conference was held Wednesday at Navy Pier in Chicago to outline how Illinois will mark America's 250th birthday.
History
4 weeks ago
Plans in the works for Illinois to mark America’s 250th birthday

History, art, natural beauty, and more will be part of the state celebration.

FILE-Demolition workers stand outside the former Pillsbury Plant in Springfield in Late-October, 2026.
Local
4 weeks ago
Demolition of the Pillsbury Plant is still marching forward

Down goes the Pillsbury Mills plant that used to once stand in Springfield.

Sr. Anita Cleary
Local
1 month ago
Springfield Dominican Sister joins pilgrimage to support deported women

Trip deepens lifelong commitment to immigrant justice

FILE-Demolition workers stand outside the former Pillsbury Plant in Springfield in Late-October, 2026.
Local
1 month ago
The Pilsbury Project reaches yet another milestone

Another big milestone for the Pillsbury Project was reached recently. The AB-Mill water tower has officially come down.

Local
1 month ago
Springfield’s holiday historic homes tour

The city’s most treasured homes dressed in their seasonal best!

Here's a look at some of the inaccuracies that have been revealed regarding the "First Thanksgiving."
Holiday Guide
1 month ago
Setting Thanksgiving history straight

Here’s a look at some of the inaccuracies that have been revealed regarding the “First Thanksgiving.”

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