The marketing team of the local organization and videographer Josh Kingham worked together to create four episodes of “Springfield on 66,” covering landmarks and attractions of the Mother Road.

The History Museum on the Square is launching a new exhibit to celebrate the centennial of Route 66. “Miles of Memories: Celebrating Route 66's Centennial” will be on display June 10 through Sept. 20, ...

Three men in Springfield were challenged to eat 4.5 pounds of steak, shrimp, a baked potato, salad and a roll — all in one ...

The road that helped stitch the nation together with automobile travel turns 100 this year. As the starting point for Route 66, Illinois plays a central role in launching centennial celebrations. From ...

This summary was written by the reporters and editors who worked on this story. LIVINGSTON — For 40 years, Felipe de la Cruz Tenorio of Majorca, Spain, dreamed of driving America’s famed Route 66. He ...