Good morning, Springfield.

Edward Massey, 34, was indicted on charges including Second Degree Murder for the fatal shooting of Rekeea Jackson-Mason on Holly Drive in July—he will appear in court on September 22nd.

Students from Lincoln Magnet School won the Governor's Hometown Award after completing a project that brought seniors and young people together by sharing fishing stories and learning digital scam tips.

The project, called Fishing Tales and Bytes of Wisdom, united generations — a deputy governor attended the award ceremony.

The Springfield City Council will vote on Cory Brown’s nomination as the new director for Oak Ridge Cemetery on September 16+ Mayor Misty Buscher praised his experience in funeral services, noting the cemetery’s role as a local tourism draw due to Lincoln’s Tomb.

The decision will help shape community heritage and future visitor interest.

Sen. Sally Turner filed a bill that may let middle class families get a rebate to help pay rising home utility bills if they earn too much for low income aid but still need help.

The bill would create a $500 million fund for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 and may also aid small business owners — a bipartisan proposal expected for discussion during the upcoming veto session in Springfield.

A new Illinois law will let pharmacies sell sterile syringes to patients with prescriptions if they are in stock—this law passed with strong support in both chambers and will take effect January 1.

The measure aims to reduce harm and save lives.

Molina Healthcare of Illinois will return the Molina Mobile Help Center to Springfield today at the Youth Service Bureau on Normandy Rd. It will offer free physicals, well-baby visits, prenatal and postpartum assessments, and blood pressure screenings from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.—with staff available to answer questions on health coverage and supportive resources.

A historic landmark in Springfield is set to be converted into 18 apartments for nurses that keep its original look while adding modern updates—this project is expected to cost about $6.7 million, supported by nearly $1 million in city grants.

The work will take one to two years to complete as the building becomes safe and ready for residents.

The UIS women's golf team opened its fall season Monday and is competing today at the UIndy Fall Invitational at Champions Pointe Golf Club in Henryville — the lineup includes returning players Elaine Grant and Lia Rody along with freshmen Yi-Ting Hsieh and Fizreen Ahmadfadzir and transfer Valentina Torrealba as they face 11 opponents including eight from the Great Lakes Valley Conference under new head coach Josh Edison.

Illinois Senior Games

9 AM – 6 PM — Iles Park — Registration open — Compete in various sports including pickleball during this exciting senior Olympics event.

Art Spectacular

10 a.m.–5 p.m. — Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon — Free admission — Celebrate 20 years of art and music at Central Illinois' premier fine art fair featuring local and regional artists.

Book Discussion: Thinking Fast and Slow

10 AM – 12 PM — Lincoln Library — Free entry — Engage in a thought-provoking discussion on behavioral finance inspired by Daniel Kahneman's insights.

Pumpkin Spice Gnome Paint Night with Ashley Blake

1-3 p.m. — Harvest Market — Cost includes materials — Paint a cozy Pumpkin Spice Gnome and enjoy fall vibes with fellow art lovers.

Gem, Mineral and Fossil Show

10 AM – 6 PM — Illinois State Fair Campground — Free Parking — Explore a dazzling array of gems, minerals, and fossils with activities for all ages.