The Mid-Continent Railway Museum has launched a fundraising effort to return its celebrated steam locomotive, Chicago & North ...

The story of the man-eating lions is fairly well-known, but one Field Museum expert went the extra mile to confirm a specific part of the story.

A century after joining the Field Museum’s collection, the Tsavo lions remain one of the museum's most important displays. New research into their behavior and unique features continues to reshape ...

This former steam locomotive tender modified for maintenance-of-way use is among items being auctioned by the Illinois Railway Museum. IRM UNION, Ill. — The Illinois Railway Museum is currently ...

Attention Illinois residents: You can now officially cast your vote for a new state flag. The voting opened Friday and follows SB1818, which created an Illinois Flag Commission to "gauge public ...

URBANA, Ill. — The University of Illinois system announced a new policy that guarantees admission for Illinois natives at other schools if they want to transfer. The policy takes effect for the ...

ILLINOIS – The movement among Illinois counties to separate from Chicago and Cook County to form a new state continues to grow. Those for separating point to things like high taxes and a ...

After years of delays, it appears the 2025 Real ID deadline may be here to stay, but officials are warning Illinois residents not to wait until the last minute to get an ID. The May 2025 Real ID ...

A heritage railway and working museum said it hoped a visit by the legendary Flying Scotsman locomotive would give its finances a boost. The Nene Valley Railway (NVR) said next month's appearance ...

The college basketball action continues tonight on Peacock at 7:00 PM ET when No. 19 Illinois takes on Indiana. Pregame coverage begins at 6:30 PM ET. See below to find out how to live stream ...