Government News

The Maryland Agricultural Commission will meet on Tuesday, January 13th at 10:00 AM at the Maryland Department of Agriculture Headquarters in Annapolis. The agenda includes an introduction presentation from George Turner, Executive Director of Maryland FS
Springfield Mayor Ken McClure will issue a challenge to the community for a cleaner and greener Springfield in 2025. The effort is formalized in a proclamation and is in alignment with Forward SGF, Springfield's comprehensive plan.
Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously recommends approval of updated Community Land Development (zoning) Code. The document serves as implementation tool for Forward SGF.
City Council and the CACCD will hold a joint public hearing on its proposed use of funds for its fiscal year 2025 and its HUD 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan at 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 9 at the Springfield Regional Police and Fire Training Center.
Due to winter weather conditions, all City of Colorado Springs Administrative Offices are closed Friday, Jan. 9. Mountain Metro has delayed bus service and Metro Mobility ADA Paratransit service until 8 a.m. If weather conditions continue to worsen, bus..
On Dec. 24, 2025, at 11:49 p.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department responded to a crash involving a bicyclist at the intersection of Chestnut Expressway and Campbell Avenue.
On Dec. 27, 2025, at 6:29 p.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department responded to a single-vehicle crash in the 200 block of E. Norton.
On Dec. 24, 2025, at 9 p.m., Springfield police officers responded to a domestic disturbance in the 2400 block of N. East Ave.
As Cyber Monday kicks off one of the busiest online shopping periods of the year, the SPD is reminding residents to take simple steps to prevent package theft. Porch thefts typically increase during the holiday season, and most are crimes of opportunity.
The Springfield Police Department will graduate 12 police recruits from the 80th Police Academy on Friday, Dec. 5, at 7 p.m., at Parkcrest Baptist Church (816 W. Republic Rd.).
Police Chief Paul Williams has recently been honored with several significant appointments and awards that highlight his leadership in the policing profession and his long-standing commitment to justice, community engagement, and public service.
On. Nov. 18, 2025, at 7:22 p.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department responded to a motor vehicle crash involving a pedestrian in the 2500 block of N. Kansas Expressway.
On Nov. 18, 2025, at 7:10 a.m., Springfield police officers responded to an apartment at 324 E. Montclair the report of a person who had been shot.
Dedicated to working directly with individuals experiencing homelessness, the Springfield Police Department has launched a new Street Outreach Team. The two officers assigned to the unit began their duties Nov. 17.
As the holiday season approaches, the Springfield Police Department is reminding the community to stay vigilant against the rise in seasonal scams that target shoppers, travelers and gift-givers.
Candise Hoskins, 28, of Springfield, was arrested and charged with second-degree murder (felony murder), armed criminal action, and two counts of first-degree robbery. Hoskins is being held at the Greene County Jail with no bond.
Springfield Police Chief Paul Williams is hosting "Coffee with the Chief" on Monday, Nov. 17, from 7-8:30 a.m., at Eurasia Coffee Co. (445 E. Commercial St.).
On Nov. 12, 2025, at 11:21 p.m., Springfield police officers responded to a shooting at 505 E. Saint Louis.
On Nov. 7, 2025, at 10:27 p.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department responded to a two-vehicle crash at Campbell Avenue and Buena Vista Street.
The Springfield Police Department is asking the public for information that could help identify a suspect in the Oct. 21, burglary at the GLO Center at 518 E. Commercial St.