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A press conference was held Wednesday at Navy Pier in Chicago to outline how Illinois will mark America's 250th birthday.
IL State News
10 months ago
Illinoisans invited to celebrate nation’s 250th birthday through service

Volunteers can log hours with Serve Illinois and receive a commemorative certificate throughout 2026.

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
11 months 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
11 months 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
11 months 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
12 months 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
12 months 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
12 months 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
12 months 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.

FILE - A holiday tree at the Old State Capitol
Local
12 months ago
Springfield’s holiday historic homes tour

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

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