Tuesday, April 29th, 2025

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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ EMS workers Peter Cadigan and Peggy Finley, charged with first degree murder for killing Earl Moore Jr. in a December incident, appeared in court on Monday and received a trial date set for December—another hearing is scheduled for June 23. WAND-TV
- ➤ Peter Cadigan and Peggy Finley, EMS workers accused of first degree murder in the death of Earl Moore Jr., appeared in court Monday and a trial date will be set in December—the next hearing is scheduled for June 23. WYMG
- ➤ Chatham Police confirmed four deaths when a driver struck people outside YNOT Outdoors at 301 North Breckinridge in Chatham around 3:20 p.m. on April 28—three died outside the building and one inside as the driver, uninjured, was taken to a hospital for evaluation. The State Journal-Register
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At the 2025 JD Sinnock Tournament, Springfield High School won the Federer Division with Daniel Nathan as first singles winner and the Khurana brothers as first doubles winners—while Alton High School won the Nadal Division with Alex Tuetken as first singles winner—and team scores were 19.25 for Springfield and 18.5 for Alton. WNNS
TRAVEL NEWS
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Illinois Symphony Orchestra Concert
7:30 PM - 12:30 AM — UIS Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of classical music featuring Ravel and Shostakovich performed by the Illinois Symphony Orchestra.
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Milkweed Giveaway
8 a.m. - 10 a.m. — Washington Park — Free — Celebrate local pollinators with a milkweed giveaway and learn about planting pollinator gardens.
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International Carillon Festival
All day — Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon — Free entry — Experience a rare musical journey at one of the world's finest carillons in the heart of Springfield.
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Capital City Biathlon & 5K
6:00-10:30 a.m. — Danenberger Family Vineyards — Register online for entry fee — Test your endurance with a mini-biathlon and 5K run.
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Levitt AMP Springfield 2025 Season
Ten free concerts in downtown Springfield thanks to the Levitt Foundation, PNC Bank, Springfield Area Arts Council & many local partners! Bring your friends, family, dogs, chairs, and picnics or order from the many food trucks and enjoy free, live music every Thursday, May 29 - July 31 on the lawn in front of the Governor's Mansion.
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