Those of us who call Urbana-Champaign home know it’s not quite like any other place. There’s a certain spirit in the ...

Onthe occasion of the 200th Anniversary Ørsted's discovery of the magnetic effects of electric currents, this article summarizes the main stages of the development of electromagnetism before Maxwell, ...

Sand Ridge State Forest in Forest City is Illinois’ best-kept natural secret, and frankly, it’s too extraordinary to stay ...

The American Giants Museum in Atlanta, Illinois isn’t just another roadside attraction—it’s a colossal trip back to when gas ...

Republicans are eyeing potential redistricting opportunities in Ohio and Texas as they seek extra cushion to protect their ...

The bench and the bar of Illinois : Historical and reminiscent by Palmer, John M. (John McAuley), 1817-1900 Publication date 1899 Topics Judges -- Illinois, Lawyers -- Illinois, Illinois -- Biography ...

Dozens of beaches across several states are closed or have health advisories in place due to elevated bacteria levels.

Every city is famous for something. In fact, some places are famous for many things, even the Rockford area. From a bustling ...

Pope Leo grew up in a small brick house in the Chicago suburb of Dolton which is now up for auction. The village's board of ...

The McHenry County Historical Society and Museum in Union has introduced a new interactive way to explore the history of ...

We are working on a new special issue! Classic Toy Trains’ next special interest publication features 14 layouts you can visit across the United States, from the The Choo Choo Barn, the Chicagoland ...

Roseland has a legacy of racist real estate practices and disinvestment, but it also holds a place in the hearts of those ...