Nearly a year after a set of bleachers collapsed at the Kendall County Fairgrounds, killing one person and injuring 11 others, survivors say they remain skeptical about whether enough has been done to ensure public safety as the fair returns this Friday.

“It was utter chaos,” said a couple who were injured in the collapse and asked to remain anonymous. “No noise, no nothing, just split moment, next thing you know, we’re on the ground,”

The couple, still recovering from injuries sustained in the 2024 collapse, described ongoing pain, including back issues and leg numbness.

They said they have not received any public communication or reassurances from the Kendall County Fair Association regarding changes made to prevent a similar collapse.

“There’s been no public statement to reassure th

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