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The 2020 Illinois and DuQuoin State Fairs have been canceled.In a video announcement posted to Facebook, State Fair Manager Kevin Gordon said the decision…
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Every year, crowds of people flood the fairgrounds in Springfield anticipating entertainment at the Grandstand, corn dogs, shake-ups, and rides. But it’s…
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A new report raises questions about the future profitability of casino gambling, one of the first people to say #MeToo in the context of Illinois politics…
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As Democrats and Republicans gear up for next year’s election, the parties rallied in Springfield this week with events timed to the Illinois State…
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Just inside the main gate of the Illinois State Fair sits a cluster of white booths around a gazebo. At the entrances, signs read “Ethnic Village.” For…
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The Illinois Republican Party’s top brass says it’s optimistic about its chances in 2020. Officials rallied the base Thursday at the Illinois State…
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U.S. Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi rallied with Illinois Democrats Wednesday in Springfield.She was the keynote speaker at one of the party’s biggest…
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Ahead of the start of the Illinois State Fair next week, organizers say they’re optimistic about attendance and attractions. But the fair’s success is an…
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The heavy metal band Megadeth announced today they are canceling most of their shows for the year following lead singer Dave Mustaine’s throat cancer…
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State fairgoers will get a break on admission, at least for part of this year's event. The State Fair Manager Kevin Gordon announced today that daily…