Good morning, Springfield.

Advocates gathered at Lincoln Library in Springfield to push for better housing help for low-income seniors—18.5% of Illinois homeowners—and said many face issues like no running water and sewage problems while urging lawmakers to add funds for home repairs and worker training.

The UIS Visual Arts Gallery will host Aaron Hughes’ exhibit 'A Radical Turn' from Oct.

13 to Nov. 20 that shows his anti-war art and archival materials. Hughes will speak on Oct. 22 from 6 to 7 p.m. in Brookens Auditorium — the gallery will hold a free reception from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

State Senator Doris Turner secured over $227,000 in state funding to support four literacy programs serving Springfield and Decatur.

The funds are part of a $28 million package for library upgrades—improving online catalogs, operations, and lending—to benefit Baby TALK Inc., Richland Community College, Fishes & Loaves Outreach Ministries, and Lincoln Land Community College.

UIS Chancellor Janet L.

Gooch was appointed to a four-year term on the NCAA Committee on Access, Opportunity and Impact — a new body that merges past committees — which will advise on fair sports policies and inclusion for student-athletes starting this fall.

On Oct.2, the U.S. Department of Energy terminated 321 financial awards, cancelling nearly $752 million in funding for Illinois energy projects—an agency review found the projects did not meet energy or economic goals.

Illinois law requires drivers to use the right lane except when passing—such as on three-lane divided roads, one-way streets or when an obstruction forces a lane change—and drivers who cruise in the left lane risk a ticket.

After six weeks of high school football, 10 local teams are in playoff contention as key players have emerged.

The State Journal-Register has opened a vote for the best player—voting ends Friday, Oct. 10 at noon—and names like Brody Scheffler are in the running.

Junior hitter Mackenzie Mehochko helped Nokomis win back-to-back MSM Conference volleyball titles & the team now holds a perfect 23-0 record.

Carve for the Carillon

11 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon — Free admission — Celebrate fall by carving pumpkins in a community tradition with laughter and creativity.

2025 GSDCA National Specialty Show

Event duration: Oct 17-25 — Illinois State Fairground — Entry fees vary — Celebrate the love of German Shepherds with competitions and exhibitions.

Dads to Doulas Workshop

3-8 p.m. — 3000 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL — Free entry — Empower fathers with vital knowledge for maternal health and infant advocacy.

Wicked Which? Paint Night with Ashley Blake

1-3 p.m. — Harvest Market — All ages welcome — Unleash your creativity at a Halloween-themed paint night with Ashley Blake.

Flight Instructor Refresher Course

10:00 AM – 7:30 PM — Northfield Inn Suites and Conference Center — $65 — Enhance your aviation skills with this comprehensive refresher course for flight instructors.