CHICAGO (CBS) -- The Illinois Underground Railroad Task Force on Tuesday presented its ongoing findings on the important role Illinois played in the history of helping slaves reach freedom.

Illinois is taking steps to preserve its Underground Railroad history and educate the public. A new proposal recommends creating an Illinois Freedom Trails Commission to research and honor ...

Illinois state Sen. David Koehler, D-Peoria, center, and state Rep. Debbie Meyers-Martin, D-Matteson, co-chairs of the Illinois Underground Railroad Task Force, speak Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024, in ...

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