It’s no wonder the legendary Mother Road remains a road trip firm favourite — but where to begin with such an epic journey?

Route 66 is the quintessential American road trip — a 2,500-mile odyssey across eight states from Chicago to Santa Monica. And with 2026 being the route’s 100th birthday, this year is the perfect time ...

Springfield, Illinois is celebrating Route 66’s 100th anniversary with historic attractions, classic diners, art exhibits, and major events throughout 2026.

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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) - The Illinois Department of Transportation announced the release of a new Illinois Route 66 Map in honor of Route 66's 100th birthday. Illinois Transportation Secretary Gia ...

Longtime 11Alive transportation reporter Jerry Carnes and his wife, Cady, share the route, process, challenges, and lessons from on their epic 2025 Route 66 trip.