While the Mother Road runs through eight states, Springfield has some special connections to the Chicago-to-Los Angeles route.

WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to Amy Beadle from VisitSpringfieldIllinois.com about summer fun in Springfield, including Route 66, The Land of Lincioln, the Bourbon Journey, lodging and ...

Route 66 signs portrayed in Joan Gladstone's work served as beacons offering respite or landmarks guiding travelers' progress ...

On your next road trip across Route 66, stop at this eclectic, tiny Texas town that has some eye-catching and photo-worthy ...

Attorney Bernarda Villalona talked with ABC News’ Stephanie Ramos about the defense’s questioning of Sean Combs’ ...

Motels in the 1950s and ’60s gave away matchbooks as a way to market themselves amid competition. Collectors say motel ...

Calico Ghost Town, about 15 minutes from Barstow, offers a well-preserved glimpse into California’s silver mining past that makes for an excellent Father’s Day excursion. Once a booming mining town in ...

“Route 66 has been around for 100 years now, is on the map and great draw. We’ve got some national parks in the area, you know, Carver National Monument’s great to have. The fish hatchery down in ...

A cross-country drive along Route 66, stretching from California to Illinois, will kick off the 2026 Detroit Auto Show. The event will involve car enthusiasts, historians and everyday people who ...

NHRA Route 66 Raceway: A Quarter-Century of Drag Racing Excellence Rev up your engines and buckle up for the thrill of a lifetime as NHRA celebrates 25 years at the iconic Route 66 Raceway! The Gerber ...

SPRINGFIELD, Mo., April 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Rev up your engines and join us for the Birthplace of Route 66 Motorcycle Kick-Off on April 30th from 5 PM to 8 PM at Hold Fast Brewing and Billiards.

SPRINGFIELD, Mo., April 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Springfield Missouri has been selected as the host city for the national kickoff of America's Route 66 Centennial Celebration in 2026. The city was ...