Step into the past at historic Illinois train stations that still feel timeless, blending rich history, charm, and ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. EAST PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Train lovers from across the region gathered Sunday at Illinois Central College for the Peoria Train ...

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — People in Central Illinois have been pushing the idea of high-speed rail stops since a bill was passed creating a committee to explore it. Now, Champaign officials want people ...

MATTOON, Ill. (WAND) – In the early days of the 20th century, railroads, like the Big Four and the Illinois Central Railroad, drove the Illinois economy, especially in towns like Mattoon. Those ...

In the golden age of rail travel, downtown Chicago was home to not one, not two, but six passenger train stations. These ...

CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) — This year, WCIA has reported on nine deaths and six accidents involving trains in Central Illinois. The most recent two took place in Normal and Casey this past Tuesday.

For anyone who is asking the question, “are there any old-fashioned train rides near me in Illinois?” you’re in luck. There are quite a few different ways to experience Illinois from aboard a ...