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Saturday, July 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Springfield Fire Department investigated a house fire that occurred Friday morning in a two-level home on South Lincoln Avenue + Ivywood Drive where heavy smoke from the front door and basement flames were quickly contained with no injuries and no damage to nearby structures. WCIA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Active Creative Teen Theatre is presenting Hadestown Teen Edition by Anaïs Mitchell at the Hoogland Center for the Arts from July 18th to 20th and again from July 25th to 27th, with shows on Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m.—the production is directed by Kierie Pickett and Julia Rolens. ABC 20
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Illinois residents may see the Perseid meteor shower from mid-July through late August; experts say the best time to watch it—between midnight and dawn—is on clear nights. The shower will peak overnight between Aug. 12 and 13. The State Journal-Register
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor JB Pritzker asked state lawmakers for more authority to regulate the homeowners insurance market after State Farm Fire and Casualty Company notified the Illinois Department of Insurance of a 27.2% increase in premiums. The veto session is scheduled to begin Oct. 14—lawmakers will consider his request then. WMAY
- ➤ Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza made an early state pension payment for the second time on July 18 because extra state funds were available — she also talked about her political future on WTAX Morning Newswatch. Capitol City Now
- ➤ Sangamon County Jail lost water and power after contractors working on the Springfield Rail Improvements Project and the new transportation HUB struck a water pipe on Monday and an underground power line on Wednesday. Sheriff Paula Crouch said officials provided bottled water to inmates and used backup generators until power was restored. WMAY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On July 18, the IHSA released the 2025 high school football schedules for Springfield area teams — the release shows week-by-week game matchups for local conferences. Local teams will begin practice on August 11, play their first games on August 29 — and state playoffs will start on October 31 with championships on Thanksgiving weekend at Hancock Stadium. The State Journal-Register
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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Washington Park Trail Trek
7-10 a.m. — Washington Park — Registration fee applies — Embark on a historical 5K journey through Washington Park's scenic trails.
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Springfield Watch & Clock Show and Sale
11 AM – 2 PM — Casey's Pub — Free entry — Explore a variety of timepieces at this local watch and clock exhibition and sale.
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National Button Society Convention 2025
11 a.m. — Crowne Plaza Springfield - Convention Ctr by IHG — Cost varies — Explore a unique collection of vintage buttons at this year's National Button Society Convention.
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Monster Truck Destruction Tour
7:30-9 p.m. — Illinois State Fairgrounds — $64-$88 — Experience the thrill of the Monsters of Destruction live and feel the adrenaline rush.
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The Black Crowes Live Performance
8 PM — Illinois State Fairground — Ticket prices vary — Experience the raw energy of The Black Crowes in an electrifying rock & roll show.
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Megan Moroney Concert
8 p.m. — Illinois State Fair Grandstand — $47-$122 — Critically acclaimed country artist Megan Moroney performs hits from her latest album Am I Okay?.
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Snoop Dogg Concert
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Illinois State Fairground — Requires Pre-Show Party and Concert ticket — Enjoy an exclusive pre-show party before Snoop Dogg takes the stage.
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Ask a Library Techie
2:30-3:30 p.m. — Lincoln Library — Free entry — Get one-on-one tech assistance with your devices from knowledgeable staff members.
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Def Leppard Concert
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Illinois State Fairground — Ticket prices vary — Rock out with the legendary British heavy metal band known for their iconic anthems and powerful performances.
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