State Fair

Columbus fire officials say some of those injured were thrown from the ride. Gov. John Kasich has ordered all fair rides shut down until they can be inspected.

Support for GOP presidential nominee Donald Trump remains tepid among leaders of the Illinois Republican Party.You would be hard-pressed to know a…

Illinois Republicans rallied Wednesday at the state fair for Governor's Day -- so called because their party controls the governor's mansion. They spent…

As supporters of automatic voter registration are set to hold a press conference Monday morning, Gov. Bruce Rauner is defending his veto of a plan that…

After 163 years, the Illinois State Fair is always adding traditions. New this year is the Hometown Hero Award, recognizing people who "perform selfless…

Most of the grandstand acts for this summer's Illinois State Fair have been announced.Illinois was without a budget for last year's state fair, which…

Despite great weather, Illinois' State Fair, which fell later in August than usual, saw a huge decline in attendance.At the state fair's kickoff earlier…

While presidential candidates seemed as prevalent as funnel cakes at the Iowa State Fair, none stopped by Illinois'.A Democratic Party leader says Hillary…

Illinois Democrats say their party is strong and more energized than ever, thanks to Republican Gov. Bruce Rauner. The day after Republican Gov. Bruce…

A budget impasse lingers, but hasn't interrupted politicians' big rallies at the Illinois State Fair. Democrats will have their chance tomorrow but today…