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Oakdale Man Severely Injured in Group Assault at Minnesota State Fair

Police say video of the Saturday night attack does not clearly identify suspects and the case remains under active investigation.

Minnesota State Fair Attendance Falls to 1.92 Million

Jena Hanson Crowned 73rd Princess Kay of the Milky Way

Rod Stewart Cancels Minnesota State Fair Grandstand Show; Hairball Will Replace Him

Court Issues Civil Injunction to Bar Alleged Gang Members From Minnesota State Fair

Minnesota State Fair Adds 230‑Foot America Wheel as Renovated Coliseum Reopens

Minnesota State Fair Unveils New Specialty Alcoholic Drinks for 2026

Midwest State Fairs Unveil 2026 Novelty Food Lineups

Brad Paisley to Headline Minnesota State Fair Grandstand on Sept. 3

Rod Stewart, Richard Marx Set for Sept. 1, 2026 Minnesota State Fair Grandstand Double Bill

Marjorie Johnson, Minnesota’s Blue Ribbon Baker, Dies at 106

‘Boycott Target’ Protest Briefly Closes Minnesota State Fair Gate 5

Minnesota State Fair Sets New Single-Day Attendance Record at 145,022

Minnesota State Fair Forecast Points to Drier, More Comfortable Stretch

Malorie Thorson Crowned 72nd Princess Kay of the Milky Way Ahead of Minnesota State Fair