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Jan 10 2026BUSINESS

New Faces and Fresh Starts in Springfield

Springfield is buzzing with changes, from new leaders to exciting venues. The Library Center's Hatch Auditorium is set to open on January 16, featuring a striking new sculpture called "Vistalation" by local artist Michael Stelzer. This piece, part of the Sculpture Walk Springfield program, was made

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Oct 27 2025BUSINESS

New Faces and Fresh Plans in Springfield

Springfield is buzzing with new developments and milestones. A popular coffee shop, 7 Brew, recently opened its doors in Republic. They kicked things off with a special event, raising over $12, 000 for Convoy of Hope. Customers got to pay what they wanted for certain menu items during the opening we

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Feb 26 2025POLITICS

How Local News Talks About the Police

Police actions against Black citizens have sparked heated discussions across the U. S. over the past decade. These debates often center around the role of police in society. Many believe that news outlets have become more critical of the police. However, a recent study challenges this idea. Researc

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Oct 23 2024CRIME

Arizona Office Shooting Suspect Arrested After Months of Targeted Attacks

Police in Arizona have finally caught a man who's been terrorizing a political office for weeks. The 60-year-old suspect, Jeffrey Michael Kelly, was arrested for shooting at the Democratic National Committee (DNC) office in Tempe multiple times. He's also accused of hanging suspicious bags with razo

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Oct 15 2024CRIME

Chemical Smuggling Bust: Spain Stops Russia-Bound Shipment

Police in Spain have uncovered a major smuggling operation, seizing 13 tons of banned chemicals. These chemicals, which could be used to make chemical weapons, were headed to Russia. The operation took place despite the sanctions put in place due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Four suspected crimi

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Oct 07 2024CRIME

Swansea Car Dealer Arrested After Victims Report Fraud

Police in Swansea have arrested a used car dealer after dozens of people claimed they were scammed. The owner of Bristol County Auto Exchange, Edward Cicciu, is accused of selling cars without proper titles and keeping the money. Since May, about 35 victims have come forward saying they bought cars

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Sep 24 2024OPINION

The Forgotten City: How Immigration is Disrupting the American Dream

Springfield, Ohio, once a thriving city with a rich history, is now a symbol of America's immigration crisis. The city's residents, who had already struggled to rebuild their community after decades of decline, are facing a new threat: the influx of immigrants from Haiti. According to experts, the c

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Sep 20 2024POLITICS

The Unsettling Truth About Springfield's Crisis

Springfield, Ohio, has been plagued by an eerie atmosphere of uncertainty and fear. The city's mayor, Rob Rue, has taken measures to address the situation by issuing a proclamation, granting himself temporary emergency powers to tackle the looming threats. But what's behind this sudden surge of viol

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Sep 18 2024POLITICS

Strained Resources: A Visit from Trump Would Be a Heavy Load for Springfield

Springfield, Ohio has been in the news lately, and for all the wrong reasons. The city has been plagued by false claims about Haitian immigrants eating the pets of local residents, spread by former President Donald Trump and his running mate, Ohio Sen. JD Vance. The claims were quickly debunked by c

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Sep 17 2024POLITICS

Mysterious Threats Rock Ohio Town: A Tale of Deception and Fear

Springfield, Ohio, has been at the center of a storm, with a series of bomb threats targeting local government offices, schools, and medical centers. According to Republican Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, these threats have been extensively investigated, and the results are clear: all 33 threats have be

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