Good morning, Springfield.

A car crashed into a home on Eastern Ave—injuring two adults and one child—in Springfield on Saturday afternoon.

A Massachusetts casino player won $15,756 at MGM Springfield on Sunday after a $250 bet (jackpot win) on the game (Ultimate Fire Link Ultra Bank).

A double shooting in a Forest Park apartment on Orange Street around 10:30 p.m. Friday left one man fatally wounded—he died on Sunday—while another is recovering from non-life-threatening injuries, police said.

A man died after a shooting on Main Street in Springfield late Saturday night — police reported that the incident is under investigation.

A 37-year-old Connecticut man, Anthony Kaponis, was arrested in Springfield after driving to report his stolen car and firing a shot near Warriner Avenue as police followed up on the incident—authorities seized his out-of-state gun and charged him with multiple firearm offenses while a 16-year-old was treated for a non-life-threatening gunshot wound.

After more than two decades, the Our Lady of Mount Carmel Italian Feast returned to the streets with traditional Italian food, live music, family-friendly games, and the famous grease pole competition—Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno served as master of ceremonies as organizers aim to keep the event old school.

Governor Maura Healey signed the state’s annual budget on July 14 and added a $130 million supplemental spending plan that includes $30 million for housing safety net programs plus she vetoed $27 million in items aimed at limiting coverage for GLP-1 weight loss drugs.

The plan gives her new authority to cut spending from anywhere in the budget if revenues fall $400 million short of projections.

Today, Springfield reopens its cooling centers to help residents beat the summer heat.

They will be open Tuesday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. — the Forest Park library is open from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. and may extend its hours through Friday if the weather stays hot.

Saturday Art Lab for Kids and Families

11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Make-It Springfield — Free entry — Explore creativity with painting, drawing, fashion, and more during a fun Saturday art lab for kids and families.

Concerts in the Park Series

6:30-8 p.m. — Forest Park Amphitheater — Free entry — Enjoy a summer evening of live music amidst the beautiful scenery of Forest Park.

ROAR! Comedy: A Double Headlining Show

8 PM — MGM Springfield — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughter with headliners Chris Tabb and Janet McNamara.

Basketball Camp: Playmaker College

July 29th - August 2nd — Springfield College — Registration required — Enhance basketball skills and confidence through specialized training and leadership development.

Taste of the Caribbean & Jerk Festival

1-9 p.m. — Mortensen Riverfront Plaza — Free entry — Immerse yourself in island vibes with carnival fun, delicious Caribbean cuisine, and live music for the whole family.

Annie the Musical

1:30-4 p.m. — Springfield Performing Arts Ventures, Inc. — Ticket prices vary — Experience the heartwarming tale of little Annie as she navigates the challenges of the 1930s in New York City.

East Coast Gem, Mineral, & Fossil Show

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Eastern States Exposition — Cost varies — Explore a treasure trove of gems, minerals, and fossils at this east coast showcase.

African Community Festival

5-9 p.m. — Marshall Roy Park — Free entry — Celebrate African culture with music, food, and art in Springfield.

Aquanett Live Concert

6:30-8 p.m. — Forest Park Amphitheater — Free entry — Experience the electrifying 80's Rock n Metal show by Aquanett in a beautiful outdoor setting.