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2+ hour ago (156+ words) SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) - Hy-Vee and Springfield area first responders are teaming up to provide 200 hams to families this holiday." Starting at 4 p.m. on December 3, Hy-Vee employees and first responders will hand out 200 Hormel hams outside JCPenney at 1201 S. Dirksen Parkway in Springfield while supplies last." Hams for the Holidays is a collaboration between Hy-Vee and Hormel Foods to deliver a total of 5,000 hams at 20 different locations across Hy-Vee's nine-state region. This is the 8th year for the program." The event will go until 6 p.m. or until all of the hams are given away." 1 hospitalized, police investigating after shooting in Decatur Trump says he'll release MRI results; he doesn't know what part of his body was scanned Snow for the start of meteorological winter Winter storm in Illinois led to hundreds of crashes Saturday, officials say...

2+ hour, 52+ min ago (44+ words) The Festival of Trees has returned to the MassMutual Center, celebrating its 25th year while supporting the Springfield Boys and Girls Club. The Festival of Trees has returned to the MassMutual Center, celebrating its 25th year while supporting the Springfield Boys and Girls Club....

2+ hour, 55+ min ago (419+ words) December 1, 2025 / 1:30 PM EST / CBS Boston Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has unveiled her proposal for new high school graduation guidelines in the state, to replace the MCAS graduation requirement, which voters repealed last year Under Healey's plan revealed Monday, students would be required to complete courses that line up with what they'd need to get into college. Students would have to show they've completed and understood the classes by putting together a portfolio or final project, such as a capstone. They would also take an exam at the end of the course, but passing it would not be a requirement to graduate high school. "No single test will represent a barrier to graduation for any student, and the 10th Grade MCAS exam would be phased out as part of this new framework," the governor's office said in a statement." Students will also…...

3+ hour ago (190+ words) Two free "wellbeing in nature" winter walks will take place in Winchester. These are scheduled for Wednesday, December 3 and Wednesday, December 10, running from 10.30am to 12.30pm at the Cowslip Field at Bar End. Resident and meadow consultant, Rachel Remnant, will discuss the winter attributes of wildflowers and highlight plans for nature recovery in Bar End Meadows. Resident and meadow consultant, Rachel Remnant, will lead the walks. (Image: Land Lore Consulting) These short, group walks offer people a safe space to enjoy the South Downs meadows and are designed to support mental wellbeing and foster a deeper connection to the natural environment. The walk, that slightly more than a mile, is on a relatively even path and is expected to last an hour. Participants will also have the option to stop by the Emmaus Hampshire caf" for refreshments. Due to limited capacity, pre-booking…...

3+ hour, 33+ min ago (221+ words) The family of 30-year-old Vijay Kumar have paid tribute to a man who lived with "purpose, passion and heart". On Tuesday, November 25 officers found Mr Kumar with serious injuries on Barbourne Road in Worcester. He was taken to hospital but died later that day. In a statement his family said: "Vijay brought energy, joy and laughter and filled our lives with warmth. Life was never dull with him around. Even in hard times, his spirit was unbreakable " he lived with purpose, passion, and heart. "Behind all his gestures was a heart that cared deeply for his family and friends. He didn't always say it, but he showed it"in small gestures, shared glances, and unexpected kindness. "Though his time with us was unbelievably short, it was filled with meaning. His tragic departure has left us devastated and has created a…...

4+ hour, 3+ min ago (45+ words) Under a new proposal by Governor Maura Healey, high school students in Massachusetts could be required to complete a capstone project, develop a career plan, and learn financial literacy as part of graduation requirements. New possible Massachusetts high school graduation requirements include capstone, course assessments...

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4+ hour, 10+ min ago (35+ words) Lawmakers are asking new questions about the strikes on alleged drug boats near South America as Trump increased pressure on Venezuela. Lawmakers asking questions about Venezuela boat strikes as Trump increases pressure on social media...

4+ hour, 14+ min ago (26+ words) Opening statements were held Monday in Brian Walshe's Massachusetts murder trial. Brian Walshe's defense claims he lied to police, but did not kill wife Ana Walshe...

4+ hour, 25+ min ago (281+ words) A NEW comic book shop has opened in Winchester city centre." Kushti Comics, located in unit 12 of the Brooks Shopping Centre, opened its doors to customers on Saturday, November 22." "Although principally a comic bookstore, Kushti also stocks a number of trading card, board games, collectibles, and toys." "Daniel and Jenny Gray opened their first shop, of the same name, in Basingstoke in 2023. Having built a community of board and card game lovers in North Hampshire, the pair wanted to share their love for their hobby in Winchester." Kushti Comics in Winchester (Image: Newsquest) Jenny said: "It's been absolutely amazing, Winchester has been so welcoming, it's been a great response. "We knew that Winchester needed a community like this. We're busy waiting for our organised play status and then we'll be hosting games like Pok'mon, Magic of the Gathering and One…...