Illinois State Museum unveils 100 personal Route 66 oral histories, featuring travelers and locals, honoring the Mother ...

The Route 66 Oral History Project database includes video-recorded interviews and world-searchable written transcriptions.

Route 66, often referred to as the “Mother Road,” is more than just a highway; it’s an enduring symbol of American car ...

Relive Illinois’ ‘80s drive-in glory—from corn dogs at Cozy Dog to shakes at Superdawg, these nostalgic classics still taste ...

Explore scenic weekend drives across Illinois offering beautiful landscapes charming stops and relaxing routes that make ...

Community drives have become a popular way for car enthusiasts to connect, share their passion, and enjoy the open road ...

Want to see more of NewsNation? Get 24/7 fact-based news coverage with the NewsNation app or add NewsNation as a preferred source on Google! SPRINGFIELD, MO – A piece of the city’s Route 66 history ...

The Rendezvous Back to Route 66 drew community members for a celebration of classic cars that featured tricked out automobiles, carnival rides and music. “San Bernardino’s bond with Route 66 runs deep ...

The 26th Annual Main Street USA Festival will take place this weekend in Barstow. Hosted by the Barstow Chamber of Commerce, the event will be held on historic Old Route 66. The 26th Annual Main ...

A 21-foot-tall chef statue known as a "Muffler Man" has moved from its location in Springfield, Missouri. Originally named "Carl," the statue has been renamed "Big Al" and relocated to the Hi-Way Cafe ...

The annual Route 66 JDM Classic car show was held in Williams this past weekend on Oct. 4. An assortment of vintage, Japanese-made vehicles from 2000 or earlier was on display along a portion of Route ...