Good morning, Springfield.

Six weeks after a tornado damaged its building, the Animal Protective League is working to find a temporary location and operates mobile clinics for rescued animals.

The organization plans to build a new facility over the next couple years as community members provide support with donations.

The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum will host a Back to School Bash on Saturday, Aug.

1 at Union Square Park next to the ALPLM. The event offers games, crafts, animal visits from the Henson Robinson Zoo & science activities, plus food trucks from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Local small businesses in Springfield are switching from plastic transactions to cash by opting for paper money to lower fees.

The change aims to simplify payment processes and cut costs across the community.

Creole Smoke will open a new brick and mortar location downtown soon and will offer family style cuisine with new items such as Seafood horseshoe.

ISBE is hosting a back-to-school supply drive in Springfield today to provide essential supplies for students.

Further details on locations and distribution hours will be shared soon (stay tuned for updates).

Gov. JB Pritzker signed a bill that will make Saturday, July 25 Emmett Till Day in Illinois so residents can reflect on Till’s legacy and honor his mother’s courage.

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources & the Illinois Capitol Development Board announced the completed restoration of the Lincoln-Herndon Law Offices downtown Springfield.

The $3.9 million project renovated the historic interior and exterior to ensure safety and access for visitors and employees.

Governor Pritzker will sign a bill tomorrow — July 25 — to make it Emmett Till Day, honoring the legacy of the civil rights movement in our community.

This action reflects efforts to recognize important historical figures.

Saving Abel Concert at The Stadium

6-10:30 p.m. — The Stadium Smokehouse Bar and Grill — All ages welcome — Experience the Multi-Platinum Southern Rockers known for their hit 'Addicted' alongside special guests Claudey Blue and Death Do Us Part.