Good morning! It’s May 12 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Mostly sunny and pleasant in West Springfield
Today will be mostly sunny and pleasantly warm. There is a 6% chance of rain. The high will be 78 with a low of 51. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is very high (9/11).
Looking ahead: Expect showery weather late tonight through tomorrow afternoon
Top news from nearby
Residents condemned ex-officer Martin Siller’s racist body-cam remarks, citing them as evidence of deeper cultural problems within the police department.
Anger over former officer’s racist remarks dominates council meeting
By Grace Chinowsky
May 12, 2026
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What’s new around you
▼︎ police incidents ▼︎ road incidents

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Community crime report
- Police served a warrant near 249 S 41st Pl, Springfield at midnight on May 12.
- Police served a warrant near Harlow Rd and Hartman Ln in Springfield at 11 p.m. on May 11.
- A dispute was reported near 802 3rd Place, Springfield at 11 p.m. on May 11.
- A person was arrested for driving under the influence near 1460 G St., Springfield at 8 p.m. on May 11.
- Police served a warrant near Oakdale Ave. and el Toro Ct in Springfield at 8 p.m. on May 11.
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No traffic problems nearby
We checked with state and county agencies — the roads look good!
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