SPRINGFIELD -- Union Pacific's new commemorative No. 1616 Lincoln Locomotive will be coming to Springfield for a public viewing on July 1. It honors Abraham Lincoln, the 16th U.S. president, in his ...

This famous Illinois landmark apparently is home to Central Illinois' most prestigious spirit—that of the 16th president of the United States himself.

This famous Illinois landmark apparently is home to Central Illinois' most prestigious spirit—that of the 16th president of the United States himself.

The Fourth of July is a federal holiday, meaning federal buildings and courts, state of Illinois offices and courts, the Sangamon County building and courts and the Municipal Building will be closed.

The final resting place of Abraham Lincoln attracts everyone from schoolchildren to tourists to prayer groups. While children in particular may be attracted to the large bronze bust of Lincoln ...

ILLINOIS (WCIA) — All across Illinois, state historic sites are celebrating Abraham Lincoln’s birthday. The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is inviting the public to join them for ...