State Fair of Texas attendance slightly up for 2026
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Steven Dial breaks down the 2026 State Fair of Texas, including the number of fairgoers that attended. 

Terminally ill child's medication stolen at Texas State Fair
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A Dallas mother is pleading for help after a thief stole her purse where her terminally ill son's life-saving medication was stored. FOX 4's Alex Boyer has more.

DART increases safety and security for Texas-OU weekend

Following recent fatal accidents, DART is increasing staffing to enhance safety during the Texas-OU Red River Rivalry weekend at the State Fair of Texas. Riders are also urged to stay alert.

State Fair of Texas Midway games damaged by early morning fire

Dallas Fire-Rescue quickly extinguished an early Tuesday morning fire that significantly damaged a ring toss gaming stand at the State Fair of Texas, resulting in no injuries.

State Fair of Texas kicks off with parade
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It's officially State Fair of Texas time, and the annual event kicked off on Friday with a parade through Fair Park. FOX 4's Lori Brown has more on the festivities to come.

State Fair of Texas promotes cost savings, keeps firearm ban
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A firearm ban is still in effect this year at the State Fair of Texas. FOX 4's Alex Boyer has more on that and how you can save more money at the fair this year.

Big Tex returns as State Fair of Texas officials discuss security

Big Tex is returning to Fair Park Ahead of the 140th State Fair of Texas. The fair kicks off next week and officials assure security is a top priority.

Big Tex gets new shirt designed by Cavender's ahead of State Fair of Texas

The State Fair of Texas has unveiled Big Tex's new Cavender's-designed red shirt featuring navy blue and white accents, kicking off a new annual tradition where his iconic Western wardrobe will evolve each year to honor local milestones.

World Cup success could bring more events to Fair Park
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The success of FIFA Fan Festival in Fair Park this summer has Dallas leaders looking at bringing more events to the area. FOX 4's Steven Dial has more.

State Fair of Texas 2026 Big Tex Choice Awards finalists revealed

The State Fair of Texas revealed 15 finalists for the 2026 Big Tex Choice Awards across savory, sweet, and drink categories. One of those entries is a chocolate version of the classic Fletcher’s Corny Dog.

State Fair of Texas ranks in the top 10 for state fair foods

The State Fair of Texas is on Yelp's top 10 list for festival foods, earning praise for iconic bites like Fletcher's Original Corny Dogs and innovative fried creations.

DART security officer shot in South Dallas

A DART Transit Security Officer has been hospitalized after a shooting between unknown suspects near Fair Park.

Dallas Fire-Rescued owed thousands from management group
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Dallas Fire-Rescue says a group hired to manage events at Fair Park owes them thousands from events their medics worked last year. FOX 4's Lori Brown has more.

Dallas medics owed thousands in unpaid wages after working Fair Park events

More than 50 Dallas Fire-Rescue medics are still owed a total of $27,504 for working Fair Park events last year after the city of Dallas cut ties with the management company Oak View Group.