Illinois Route 4 is mostly a two-lane road that connects rural communities from central to southern Illinois. Its heritage, though, runs much deeper.

Of the 400 miles of Route 66 in Oklahoma, one town sits right in the middle. “We’re the midpoint of Route 66 in Oklahoma, which is kind of a cool thing to hang our hat on,” Route 66 Commission ...

It's a symbol of American freedom, the iconic Route 66. See the tail behind this famous trail that's 100 years in the making.

U.S. Highway 66 was established in 1926, which makes the upcoming New Year its 100th anniversary. Despite being decertified in 1985, the "Mother Road" remains alive and well in popular culture, and it ...

With more miles of drivable highway than any other state along its path, Route 66 has earned a prominent spot in Oklahoma’s historical ethos, becoming an anchor of the Sooner State’s culture and ...

AMBOY, Calif. — Water is the key to the future of Roy’s Motel & Cafe, the lone survivor in a Route 66 town that, at its peak, boasted 200 residents, three gas stations, three motels, two cafes, a post ...

With more miles of drivable highway than any other state along its path, Route 66 has earned a prominent spot in Oklahoma’s historical ethos, becoming an anchor of the Sooner State’s culture and ...

(AP) — Since 1926, Route 66 has been more than just a highway – it’s also home to vintage accommodations rich in American history. From pink Cadillac beds to teepees reimagined, these iconic stays ...

KINGMAN, Arizona — There is a roughly 8-mile section of Route 66 at the western edge of this state that is considered to be one of the most scenic and white-knuckled drives this country has to offer.

For nearly a century, Route 66 has beckoned adventurers with promises of neon-lit nights and endless horizons. Stretching 2,448 miles from Chicago’s busy streets to Santa Monica’s sun-soaked shores, ...