After nearly five decades of roller coasters, fireworks and funnel cakes, California’s Great America may be nearing the end of its run. Six Flags, the amusement park’s parent company, announced that ...

Six Flags officials raised the possibility of closing California’s Great America after the 2027 season as the countdown clock to extinction continues ticking for the Bay Area amusement park.

Chicagoland roller coaster enthusiasts and thrill-ride seekers have been spoiled for a long time. Six Flags Great America in north suburban Gurnee has been right in our very own backyard for many ...

A ferocious blood-thirsty demon will dangle riders over a sheer cliffhanger drop before sending them racing through his lair on a new roller coaster that opens this week at a Chicago-area amusement ...

A beloved roller coaster at Six Flags Great America in suburban Gurnee was honored by the country's leading coaster enthusiast group, paying homage to the ride's extensive history and significance.

A multilevel 'Top Gun' experience is set to debut in 2028 and will also include a themed restaurant, bar and interactive ...

GURNEE, Ill. (WLS) -- Six Flags Great America is offering a first look at the construction of their newest roller coaster, Maxx Force, set to open this summer. The ride is currently about 20 percent ...

EDITOR’S NOTE: The attached video is Marcus Leshock of the WGN Morning News’ debut ride on Wrath of Rakshasa, the newest roller coaster at Six Flags Great America. Chicagoland roller coaster ...