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1 day ago | wwlp.com | Kristina D'Amours

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The Springfield city council has unanimously voted to support the ‘clean slate’ legislation. It’s part of a nationwide effort to reform the criminal justice system. The legislation would automate the sealing of eligible criminal records here in Massachusetts. 22 News spoke with Springfield city councilors who are in favor of the proposed law, saying it will remove the barriers to jobs, housing, and education, especially for people of color.

1 day ago | wwlp.com | Kristina D'Amours

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – It’s National Police Week, and on Tuesday, a memorial service honored Springfield officers who died in the line of duty. The city of Springfield paused Tuesday afternoon to remember its fallen officers. Each year, this quiet moment of reflection is held at Springfield police headquarters, honoring those who died in the line of duty. Seventeen names, engraved in the memorial stone outside the station, each representing a life lost while serving the city.

1 day ago | wwlp.com | Kristina D'Amours

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Springfield city leaders shared updates this evening as the X intersection project gets underway. This is part of a series of meetings that will be held throughout the process to keep residents informed. 22News spoke with Springfield DPW Director Chris Cignoli about the project. He says they are currently in a phase where utility work is being done throughout the X.

2 days ago | wwlp.com | Kristina D'Amours

NORTHAMPTON, Mass. (WWLP) – Dozens of local non-profits were recognized Tuesday evening for their contributions to the community. It was all part of the 23rd annual Customers’ Choice Community Grants event. Florence Bank hosted the award ceremony at the Garden House at Look Memorial Park in Northampton. Forty leaders of non-profits from the Pioneer Valley were awarded a total of $150,000.

2 days ago | wwlp.com | Beck Wehner

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The Spirit of Springfield is notifying drivers of a traffic advisory that will be in place ahead of the World’s Largest Pancake Breakfast on Saturday. Starting on Thursday, “no parking” signs will be posted and enforced by local law enforcement in the area of Main Street from State Street to Bridge Street. At 10:00 a.m. on Friday, Spirit of Springfield officials stated that barricades will be placed where Main Street intersects with Bridge Street and at State Street.