The city of Champaign hosted its annual Fourth of July parade Saturday morning.
From free carousel rides and ice cream giveaways to live music overlooking Lake Decatur and a fireworks display to cap off the night, the Decatur Park District is inviting families to spend the Fourth of July celebrating close to home.
Civil rights advocate and U.S. Rep. James Clyburn will speak at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum as part of America's 250th birthday celebration.
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is inviting Illinoisans to celebrate America's 250th anniversary with the launch of a new website, Illinois State Archives social media pages and a series of exhibitions and events highlighting the state's impact on the nation's history.
The state of Illinois wants to hear you tell your story to the world in honor of the nation's 250th birthday.
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Visitors to the Staley Museum celebrated the patriotic spirit at the museum's "mini market" Saturday.
The Champaign County History Museum will launch its America 250 commemoration with a free public kickoff celebration.
"The Second American Revolution" will run from Friday to Jan. 17, 2027.
The Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) chapter in Effingham donated flags to be flown next to government buildings.