Mar. 17, 2026
Wichita Celebrates St. Patrick's Day with Parade and Weather
KNSS Radio recaps the holiday festivities and forecasts in Wichita
Mar. 17, 2026
DAR Chapter Learns About Lincoln-Douglas Debate Museum
Charleston's museum dedicated to the historic debates is a must-see for Central Illinois history buffs.
Mar. 17, 2026
Longtime Amish Bishop Jeffrey Miller Passes Away at 58
Miller was a respected community leader in Arcola, Illinois for over three decades.
Mar. 16, 2026
Knox College's Underground Railroad Legacy Explored
Director Owen Muelder shares insights on Galesburg's abolitionist history
Mar. 15, 2026
Chicago's South Side Irish Parade Celebrates 48th Year
The annual event in the Beverly neighborhood draws thousands to honor Irish heritage and community.
Mar. 14, 2026
Rockford Gears Up for America's 250th Birthday Bash
City and county plan yearlong celebration with community events, youth programs, and a record-breaking fireworks display.
Mar. 13, 2026
Missing WWII Purple Heart Returned to Chicago Veteran's Family
The medal belonged to the late Russell J. Reilly, who earned it after losing his leg in combat.
Mar. 13, 2026
Chicago Dyes River Green for St. Patrick's Day
Decades-old tradition started by plumbers and the mayor in the 1960s
Mar. 12, 2026
Preliminary Landmark Status Approved for Byrne Hall
The historic DePaul University building meets multiple criteria for landmark designation in Chicago.
Mar. 11, 2026
Longtime Illinois educator and historian Sharon Sue Francois dies at 83
Francois was a longtime teacher, president of the Jefferson County Historical Society, and active in local organizations.
Mar. 11, 2026
Elaine Egdorf: The 'Grande Dame' of Homewood's History
Homewood resident's lifelong dedication to preserving the town's past
Mar. 11, 2026
Gillespie Celebrates Route 66's 100th Anniversary with Roaring 20s Dance
The 100th Anniversary Route 66 Chicken, Beer and Dance event features music, food, and period costumes.
Mar. 9, 2026
Special Presentation on Decatur's Colorful Newspaper Man with Lincoln Ties
Local historian to discuss James Shoaff, a relative of Abraham Lincoln and one of the most prominent newspaper editors in Civil War-era Decatur
Mar. 9, 2026
South Side Irish Parade Returns for 48th Year
Annual St. Patrick's Day celebration to march down Western Avenue on March 15, 2026
Mar. 8, 2026
100-Year-Old Mystery: Bear Cubs Die at Alton Tire Store
New details emerge about the fate of the bear cubs featured at a 1925 tire shop grand opening in Illinois.
Mar. 5, 2026
Pope Leo XIV's Childhood Church, Chicago Stock Exchange Trading Room Endangered
Preservation Chicago adds historic church and Art Institute space to 2026 endangered list
Mar. 5, 2026
Immersive Anne Frank Exhibit Coming to Chicago Museum
The exhibit from the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam will open at the Museum of Science and Industry in May 2026.
Mar. 4, 2026
Rare Mary Lincoln Dress Displayed at ALPLM
First time the "strawberry dress" has been shown publicly in 15 years.
Mar. 4, 2026
Chicago Celebrates 189th Birthday
Mayor, cultural historian, and local businesses mark city's incorporation anniversary.
Mar. 4, 2026
Chicago Celebrates 189th Birthday
Mayor Brandon Johnson hosts party at Looking Glass Theater Company
