The American Eagle is made of Douglas fir trees and was painted by hand, Six Flags said. Construction began in June 1980, and there were rumors about what the park — then Marriott's Great America — was constructing until it opened in October of the same year, Six Flags said.

That's why I was pleased to see NBC report that American Coaster Enthusiasts (ACE) have announced they will now recognize The American Eagle as a Roller Coaster Landmark.

That the company sharing drone footage of its ongoing work at Six Flags Great America is called SkyHigh Coasters LLC is fitting, given the milestone depicted in the clip. On Tuesday, the crew placed

There’s a lot of “new” coming to Six Flags Great America in north suburban Gurnee for the 2025 season, from the record-breaking dive coaster Wrath of Rakshasa to other attractions and food and beverage options.

Jurors in Los Angeles reached a verdict Tuesday at the trial of rapper A$AP Rocky, who is charged with firing a gun at a former friend. The jury of seven women and five men reached their unanimous decision after deliberating for about three hours. It will be read Tuesday afternoon.