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Hall of Fame Class: 3 Women's Hoops Legends

The illustrious journeys of Sue Bird, Sylvia Fowles, and Maya Moore will end in Springfield's Basketball Hall of Fame.

Custom Bottle Labels: Elevating Your Product's Appeal

A well-crafted label with clear, high-quality design speaks volumes.

Does AI Trader Outperform Human Traders In The Long Run?

Does AI trader outperform human trader in the long run?

National coffee chain to open new location in Greater Cincinnati

SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP, Ohio (WKRC) — A national coffee chain is expanding its reach into Ohio, with one of its first locations set to open in Springfield Township. The township announced on Monday that a building currently under construction at the corner of Winton Road and Reynard Avenue will soon house a Dutch Bros Coffee.

Holyoke Police Arrest Two After Social Media Spat Leads to Gun Threats, Illegal Firearm Seized

Holyoke Police arrested two for illegal firearm possession after a social media argument escalated into threats of gun violence.

Springfield, the ‘asthma capital’ of the US, has improved. Now cuts to federal funding threaten those gains.

With funding on the line, Springfield is navigating the balance of helping vulnerable residents while building a more resilient city with fewer federal dollars.

Winning $100,000 Mass Cash ticket sold at Springfield gas station

A winning Mass Cash ticket worth $100,000 was sold at a Springfield gas station on Saturday. The ticket was purchased for $1 at a Pride gas station. In Mass Cash, players choose five numbers between 1 and 35, then select how many drawings they want to use the same numbers for. Drawings take place daily at 9 p.m.

Man dies in Springfield car crash

SPRINGFIELD – One man is dead following a fatal crash early Sunday morning. The driver, who has not been identified, struck a pole at about 12:20 a.m. on Berkshire Street near the intersection of Elizabeth Street, said Ryan Walsh, police spokesman.

105th Southwest Missouri bull sale set for March 31

The 105th Southwest Missouri All Breeds Performance Tested Bull Sale is scheduled for March 31, said Patrick Davis, University of Missouri Extension livestock field specialist.

Families line the streets in Springfield, Conshohocken for St. Patrick's Day Parades

On this chilly and dreary day, the decades old St. Patrick's Day tradition marched on in Springfield, Delaware County.

Jordan Creek daylighting project underway in downtown Springfield. What to know

The first phase of the Renew Jordan Creek project is underway. Daylighting the buried creek will improve water quality and add green space downtown.

Letters to the Editor: Politics a popular topic — and continued source of disgust

Like a worm in an apple, politics — of both the national and local varieties — continues to provoke strong reactions with readers.

Immigrant families scramble as state health insurance for some noncitizens faces the axe in Gov. JB Pritzker’s budget plan

The impact of Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker’s plan to eliminate a health insurance program for noncitizen immigrants ages 42 to 64.

Springfield St. Patrick’s Day Parade celebrates friends, family and Irish American heritage

Lots of celebrating went on Saturday at the annual Springfield Township St. Patrick’s Day Parade. See who took part in the Irish-American “green party.”

Here’s how a Springfield public school achieved a perfect graduation rate

SPRINGFIELD – For two years running, the Conservatory of the Arts has notched a perfect graduation rate. Principal Ryan Kelly attributes that to the school’s small size and creative classes. Senior Eliana Worpek thinks there’s another reason as well. “It is a real community here. It is something you don’t want to ditch,” she said.

Repair of 100-foot bridge in West Springfield key to linking biking, hiking paths

West Springfield Mayor William Reichelt said the bridge was open to traffic until about a decade ago when residents complained to the state about holes in the wooden bridge deck

Springfield Township Police Department Launches Full-Scale Drone Program for Enhanced Community Safety

Springfield Township Police Department announces its fully operational Drone Program with a new interior drone added.

Mass. fair housing group challenges DOGE cuts to nationwide program in court

The Fair Housing Initiatives Program which 'has been a bulwark against housing discrimination and segregation for decades, was immediately and suddenly compromised,' the complaint says

Springfield Township Police Department Promotes New Sergeant and Welcomes Full-Time Officer

Springfield Township Police Department promoted John Simms to Sergeant and swore in Dan Beitzel as a full-time officer.

Organizers and city officials make preparations for St Patrick's Day parade

The Springfield Police Department is preparing for the parade with drones, cameras, and officers alike. Deputy Chief Sara Pickford said officers are working to make sure citizens are safe and secure. And over at the office of public works...Director Dave Fuchs said streets will be blocked off around 8 AM Saturday.

Southeast Queens residents say parked trucks are multiplying on neighborhood streets

Residents in parts of Queens say neighborhood streets are being treated like a parking lot for trucks, with trash accumulating among commercial vehicles left on the roadside.

Springfield tornado watch: Wall cloud spotted amid Missouri severe weather alert

A wall cloud was spotted in Springfield amid a tornado watch as severe weather alerts were issued across Missouri.

William Reichelt to seek fourth term as West Springfield mayor

In addition to the mayor, all nine seats on the Town Council and all six seats on the School Committee will be up for election

Life After the Academy: Becoming a Springfield Police Officer

Graduating from the Springfield Police Academy is just the beginning of an officer’s career. After completing rigorous training in law enforcement, crisis inter

Video shows 71-year-old woman being rescued from raging Oregon river by US Coast Guard

During the mission, deputies contacted the U.S. Coast Guard for assistance. In the video, a rescue swimmer, identified by local news as Tyler Gantt, lowers from a helicopter, extracts the woman from the vehicle, and gets her to safety.

Springfield and Warminster rotary clubs and First Presbyterian Church team up to pack meals

The Springfield Township Rotary Club, the Warminster Rotary Club, the First Presbyterian Church in Springfield and the Outreach Program joined forces to pack 10,000 reconstitutable apple cinnamon

1-on-1 with Springfield City Council candidate Matthew Simpson

With local elections just around the corner, Ozarks First is sitting down with candidates for several different races as we get closer to Election Day. Today, Ozarks First is speaking with Springfield City Council candidate,

Illinois educators say low pay hinders teacher recruitment, retention efforts

Increased pay for educators, better school conditions, mentoring and mental health support are key factors cited by educators that could help alleviate the critical ongoing teacher shortage in Illinois.

Mass. Gov. Maura Healey promotes state tax credits in Springfield

The governor of Massachusetts stopped in Springfield Tuesday to meet some of the city's youngest residents – and promote tax cuts that could be sizable for their parents.

‘GH’ Alum Rick Springfield Reveals Shocking Health Condition Linked To 2000’s Concert Fall

Singer and actor, Rick Springfield, aged 75, best known for his hit, “Jesse’s Girl”, recently shared a shocking health diagnosis. He told People he had a Prenuvo full body scan that revealed brain dam

Cailin Marcel Manson to conduct Springfield Symphony Orchestra concert

Guest conductor Cailin Marcel Manson will lead the Springfield Symphony Orchestra during Saturday’s concert, “Eternal Echoes,” featuring works by Ennio Morricone, James Rutter and Tchaikovsky with vocal accompaniment by the Springfield Symphony Chorus and guest soprano Jamie-Rose Guarrine.

Here's how much a corned beef and cabbage dinner costs you in Springfield

If you're looking to make a homemade corned beef and cabbage dinner for Saint Patrick's Day, here's how much it might cost you.

April election: Springfield school board candidates address academic performance and more

All seven school board seats were up for election in 2023. Because terms are staggered, three seats, all for four-year terms, are up this time around.

Blues defenseman Matthew Kessel in the NHL for rest of season after extended stay in Springfield

In speaking to reporters at the trade deadline, general manager Doug Armstrong said that Matthew Kessel would be in the NHL for the rest of the season.