District 186 personnel are considering four calendar options, the top vote-getter which will go to the board of education.

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — A multi-platinum country star is slated to play at the Illinois State Fair in Springfield later this year, in his home state. On Tuesday, it was announced that Bailey ...

For most parents, the biggest issue is safety. That’s because there's an elementary school less than half a mile away from the fairgrounds, Ridgely Elementary. This year, the state fair starts Aug. 13 ...

FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS — George A. Lanxon, a foundational figure in the establishment and growth of Fairview Heights, died Sunday ...

Shinedown will headline the Illinois State Fair on Aug. 23, 2026, performing on the Illinois Lottery Grandstand Stage, fair ...

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) - The sweltering summer heat did not stop Illinoisians from checking out the Illinois State Fair in August. The Illinois Department of Central Management Services said that ...

The Illinois State Fair is proud to announce that multi-platinum country superstar Bailey Zimmerman will play the Illinois Lottery Grandstand stage on Ag Day on Aug. 14, delivering a ...

The Illinois State Fair kicks off in Springfield on Thursday showcasing carnival rides, horse races, livestock shows, live music and a perennial favorite, the “Butter Cow.” Gov. J.B. Pritzker was on ...

A weekend showcase of Illinois-made food and products is returning in March to a new location after out-growing its previous ...

Strong results continue at the 2026 Illinois Performance Tested Bull Sale held on Feb. 19 at the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield. The sale ...

Shinedown is one of the most successful and influential rock bands of our time, and we’re excited to welcome them to the Illinois State Fair,” said Illinois Department of Agriculture Director Jerry ...