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Fire at Shuttered Balmoral Park Racetrack Near Crete Under Investigation

Summary by Chicago Tribune
The Illinois State Fire Marshal's office is investigating Sunday's blaze at the shuttered Balmoral Park racetrack near Crete.

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Firefighters from numerous departments were sent to fight a large fire in the former Balmoral Park racetrack in Crete municipality. According to Crete police, fire departments were called on Sunday morning to fight the fire, and flames were seen coming off the roof of the enclosed compound. Police warn the public in the area to wait for smoke and fog over the town of Crete, and officers have closed Route 1 between Crete-Monee Road and Elms Court…

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NBC Chicago broke the news in Chicago, United States on Sunday, May 17, 2026.
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