ILLINOIS (NEXSTAR) – Most people know what their state symbols are, such as the state flag, bird, or even plant. There’s one thing most people can’t recall, and that’s their state song.

Its state song is titled “Illinois,” and its lyrics were written by Civil War veteran Charles H. Chamberlin in 1893. Verses were set to the tune of a song named, ...

The DNC roll call Tuesday featured a number of musical moments, with each state getting its own song as they cast their vote, but what was Illinois'? Stream NBC 5 for free, 24/7, wherever you are ...