Cream puffs, corn on the cob & lots more! 1,000,000+ people attended the 2016 Wisconsin State Fair
WEST ALLIS -- Wisconsin State Fair officials announced on Tuesday, August 16th that for the fourth year in a row, more than a million people entered the gates of the fair grounds.
WEST ALLIS -- Wisconsin State Fair officials announced on Tuesday, August 16th that for the fourth year in a row, more than a million people entered the gates of the fair grounds.
"Absurd, ridiculous:" State Fair visitors returned to their parked cars Friday night to find $60 tickets
MILWAUKEE -- Hundreds of dollars worth of tickets were handed out Friday night, August 5th near Wisconsin State Fair Park -- after city of Milwaukee officials switched signs without letting drivers know.
MILWAUKEE -- Hundreds of dollars worth of tickets were handed out Friday night, August 5th near Wisconsin State Fair Park -- after city of Milwaukee officials switched signs without letting drivers know.
Governor's Blue Ribbon Livestock Auction at State Fair a big deal for young people & their future
MILWAUKEE -- Young people came to the Wisconsin State Fair from across the country on Wednesday evening, August 10th to take part in the Governor's Blue Ribbon Livestock Auction -- and the benefits will carry on long after the event concludes.The Governor's Blue Ribbon Livestock Auction is a very big deal.The first animal was set to be auctioned off at 7:00 p.m., but the competitors were judged all day to determine who would compete Wednesday evening.
MILWAUKEE -- Young people came to the Wisconsin State Fair from across the country on Wednesday evening, August 10th to take part in the Governor's Blue Ribbon Livestock Auction -- and the benefits will carry on long after the event concludes.The Governor's Blue Ribbon Livestock Auction is a very big deal.The first animal was set to be auctioned off at 7:00 p.m., but the competitors were judged all day to determine who would compete Wednesday evening.
FOX6's Angelica Duria serves as judge for Wisconsin State Fair "Sporkies" contest -- and the winners are...
MILWAUKEE -- The winners of the Wisconsin State Fair's fourth annual "Sporkies" competition were announced Wednesday, August 10th!
MILWAUKEE -- The winners of the Wisconsin State Fair's fourth annual "Sporkies" competition were announced Wednesday, August 10th!
He's been a part of the Mounted Patrol at State Fair for nearly 50 years; this year's fair is his last
MILWAUKEE -- During the 165 years of the Wisconsin State Fair, there have been a lot of changes.
MILWAUKEE -- During the 165 years of the Wisconsin State Fair, there have been a lot of changes.
Want to bake like a blue ribbon winner? Here's a recipe for Cherry Walnut Tart
WEST ALLIS -- The Wisconsin State is on now -- and this morning you can bake a blue ribbon winner.
WEST ALLIS -- The Wisconsin State is on now -- and this morning you can bake a blue ribbon winner.
"Sights and Sounds of the Fair:" Kids at Children's Hospital experience the Wisconsin State Fair
WAUWATOSA -- Kids at Children's Hospital of Wisconsin had the opportunity to experience the Wisconsin State Fair on Tuesday, August 9th thanks to fair officials and Kohl's.Children's Hospital officials shared with FOX6 News photos of the sixth annual "Sights and Sounds of the Fair" celebration at the hospital in Wauwatosa Tuesday.Patients and their families got to parade through the lobby on kazoo band formation, play midway games, take part in a special version of the popular pig races, taste traditional fair food, including cream puffs and meet the 2016 Fairest of the Fair, Gloria Kesler.PHOTO GALLERY
WAUWATOSA -- Kids at Children's Hospital of Wisconsin had the opportunity to experience the Wisconsin State Fair on Tuesday, August 9th thanks to fair officials and Kohl's.Children's Hospital officials shared with FOX6 News photos of the sixth annual "Sights and Sounds of the Fair" celebration at the hospital in Wauwatosa Tuesday.Patients and their families got to parade through the lobby on kazoo band formation, play midway games, take part in a special version of the popular pig races, taste traditional fair food, including cream puffs and meet the 2016 Fairest of the Fair, Gloria Kesler.PHOTO GALLERY
UWM Day at the Wisconsin State Fair! University celebrates 60 years in Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE -- Sunday, August 7th was University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM Day) at the 2016 Wisconsin State Fair!FOX6's Jonathon Gregg spent the morning at the fair taking in all the sights and sounds.UWM Day at the fair was a celebration of the university turning 60 years old!The celebration included activities, experiments, games, giveaways, contests, cooking demos, face painting and photo ops taking place throughout the day.
MILWAUKEE -- Sunday, August 7th was University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM Day) at the 2016 Wisconsin State Fair!FOX6's Jonathon Gregg spent the morning at the fair taking in all the sights and sounds.UWM Day at the fair was a celebration of the university turning 60 years old!The celebration included activities, experiments, games, giveaways, contests, cooking demos, face painting and photo ops taking place throughout the day.
Thunderstorms end Shawn Mendes concert early at State Fair
WEST ALLIS -- Thursday night's storms impacted the first night of the Wisconsin State Fair, which made for a potentially dangerous situation.Police say the bleachers where the Shawn Mendes concert-goers were seated when lightening started are not grounded, which is why they needed to act fast and evacuate the grandstand.
WEST ALLIS -- Thursday night's storms impacted the first night of the Wisconsin State Fair, which made for a potentially dangerous situation.Police say the bleachers where the Shawn Mendes concert-goers were seated when lightening started are not grounded, which is why they needed to act fast and evacuate the grandstand.
"Feeling the heat:" Hot temps won't keep crowd away from Wisconsin State Fair
WEST ALLIS -- Wisconsin State Fair officials say each year they deal with at least one extremely hot day, and one rainy day.
WEST ALLIS -- Wisconsin State Fair officials say each year they deal with at least one extremely hot day, and one rainy day.
"It's exciting!" The 165th Wisconsin State Fair is now officially underway!
MILWAUKEE -- The annual celebration of all things Wisconsin began Thursday, August 4th with the start of the 165th Wisconsin State Fair!
MILWAUKEE -- The annual celebration of all things Wisconsin began Thursday, August 4th with the start of the 165th Wisconsin State Fair!
Carl experiences the Wisconsin State Fair for the first time
MILWAUKEE -- The 2016 Wisconsin State Fair begins Thursday, August 4th and runs through Sunday, August 14th at Wisconsin State Fair Park.
MILWAUKEE -- The 2016 Wisconsin State Fair begins Thursday, August 4th and runs through Sunday, August 14th at Wisconsin State Fair Park.
"You don't know what people might bring:" Metal detectors placed at all public entrances at State Fair
WEST ALLIS -- It's all things "Dairy State" as the Wisconsin State Fair kicked off on Thursday, August 4th.
WEST ALLIS -- It's all things "Dairy State" as the Wisconsin State Fair kicked off on Thursday, August 4th.
Wisconsin State Fair officials release map created for Pokemon Go players
MILWAUKEE -- There is PLENTY for Pokemon Go players to do at Wisconsin State Fair Park during the 2016 Wisconsin State Fair!In fact, fair officials have released a special Pokemon Go map of the fairgrounds specifically for Poke Trainers!
MILWAUKEE -- There is PLENTY for Pokemon Go players to do at Wisconsin State Fair Park during the 2016 Wisconsin State Fair!In fact, fair officials have released a special Pokemon Go map of the fairgrounds specifically for Poke Trainers!
It's a Wisconsin State Fair favorite: New Berlin Lions Club celebrates 60 years of roasted corn
MILWAUKEE -- Those who eat their way through the Wisconsin State Fair usually have roasted corn on their list of "must haves." The New Berlin Lions Club this year is celebrating 60 years of roasted corn at the Wisconsin State Fair.
MILWAUKEE -- Those who eat their way through the Wisconsin State Fair usually have roasted corn on their list of "must haves." The New Berlin Lions Club this year is celebrating 60 years of roasted corn at the Wisconsin State Fair.
Food, fun and furry friends: Brian Kramp checks out all the fun at State Fair
WEST ALLIS -- Brian Kramp spent the morning at the Wisconsin State Fair to check out the food, fun and even some furry friends.
WEST ALLIS -- Brian Kramp spent the morning at the Wisconsin State Fair to check out the food, fun and even some furry friends.
"Three simple steps:" Meet the man behind CJ's Premium Spices
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin Products Pavilion is a must-stop for many fair-goers, mostly because of the food!
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin Products Pavilion is a must-stop for many fair-goers, mostly because of the food!
Food, rides & entertainment: Wisconsin State Fair kicks off Thursday, runs through August 14th
MILWAUKEE -- The 2016 Wisconsin State Fair begins Thursday, August 4th and runs through Sunday, August 14th at Wisconsin State Fair Park.
MILWAUKEE -- The 2016 Wisconsin State Fair begins Thursday, August 4th and runs through Sunday, August 14th at Wisconsin State Fair Park.
Hosts sit down with Governor Walker ahead of the State Fair's opening ceremony
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin State Fair is underway -- and Gov.
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin State Fair is underway -- and Gov.
What will you eat at the Wisconsin State Fair? Here are 10 new food options!
MILWAUKEE -- The 165th Wisconsin State Fair is underway!
MILWAUKEE -- The 165th Wisconsin State Fair is underway!