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Tuesday, June 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Marsha is a 1 1/2-year-old medium-sized dog with a warm personality and a heart-shaped nose who has waited since February for a new family at Sangamon County Animal Control and Adoption Center. The shelter is full, and visitors can meet her during operating hours Monday-Friday 10:30-4:15 and Saturday 9:00-1:00 — the staff say her charm makes her a volunteer favorite. WYMG
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, June 17th at 6:30 p.m., the University of Illinois Springfield Center for Lincoln Studies in partnership with Juneteenth Inc. and the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum will host Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones in a free event—titled 'Free-ish: Juneteenth and the Long Legacy of 1619'—to discuss the legacy of slavery and the struggle for racial justice; tickets are required. University of Illinois Springfield
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Springfield are declining as many stations now offer unleaded for less than $3 and AAA reports a Sangamon County average of $3.14—both figures are lower than last week's, with GasBuddy noting a national drop following a resolved refinery issue in the Great Lakes region. WYMG
- ➤ Illinois home insurance premiums increased 50% from 2021 to 2024—averaging a 14.5% annual rise that ranks the state second highest in the nation. The higher costs are driving up mortgage requirements and adding pressure for families seeking homeownership. The Sangamon Reporter
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ More than 150 bills passed in the final week of the legislative session and will go to the governor—among them a shield law that protects medical providers prescribing drugs once approved by the FDA, an automatic enrollment measure for eligible college-bound students starting in the 2027 to 2028 school year, and a law that stops placing foster children with those having a human trafficking history. Lawmakers backed the measures as concerns over drug safety, college retention and child welfare drove the proposals through the Legislature. 25 News
- ➤ Illinois lawmakers passed three bills in their final session that will protect medical providers when prescribing drugs the FDA pulled, automatically enroll qualifying college students, and bar children in foster care from being placed with persons accused of trafficking. The measures passed in the House by votes of 76 to 39 and 103 to 10, with unanimous support for the foster bill, and now will be sent to the governor for signing + an action expected soon+. Capitol News Illinois
- ➤ Attorney General Kwame Raoul announced today that victims of Prehired LLC's fraudulent student loan scheme will soon receive relief payments from a $30 million settlement + the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau will disburse $4.2 million to 660 borrowers, following delays from paused federal operations. WMAY
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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Springfield Watch & Clock Show and Sale
11 AM – 2 PM — Casey's Pub — Admission details not provided — Explore a variety of watches and clocks at this community-sponsored event.
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Friends of the Farmers Market Brunch
1:30-3:30 p.m. — Union Square Park — Celebrate local agriculture with delicious farm-to-table dishes and community vibes.
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Sangamon County Fair
7 p.m. — Sangamon County Fairgrounds — Family-friendly fun — Experience a Midwestern tradition with concerts, rides, and animals as you kick off the summer.
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R and B Live Summer Party
7-10 p.m. — Curve Inn — Free entry — Get ready to groove at a night of soulful music and good vibes.
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Little Miracles 5K
A fun 3K/5K run/walk for all ages and abilities! The race will support the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit to continue funding a variety of items/programs to support our tiniest patients at HSHS St. John's Children's Hospital.
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Virtual Tour of Springfield Supportive Living
9 a.m.-7 p.m. — Springfield Supportive Living — Free entry — Explore award-winning amenities and activities at one of the highest-rated senior living communities.
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Camp Invention: Discover at Lincoln Magnet School
8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. — Lincoln Magnet School — $175 — A STEM summer program that fosters creativity and problem-solving skills for kids entering grades 1-6.
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Grease Musical
7 p.m. — Legacy Theatre — Check venue site for pricing — Experience the beloved musical journey of Danny and Sandy with classic tunes and lively performances.
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Midnineties performing Bleed American
7 p.m. — Anvil & Forge Brewing and Distilling Company — Tickets vary — Experience Midnineties performing Jimmy Eat World's iconic album 'Bleed American' in full.
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Zen Paint Night with Ashley Blake
2-4 p.m. — Kentucky Burn — All materials provided — Relax and tap into your creative spirit while painting in a calming atmosphere.
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