The Springfield Watch reports on a range of topics including news, weather, sports, and breaking news updates. On Monday, deliberations in the Karen Read murder trial continued. In California, a new law will soon see bars offering drug testing kits to patrons. The Joro Spiders are making their way up the East Coast and tips have been provided on how to calm your fears about them. Oklahoma schools will now be required to include the Bible as instructional support by the State Superintendent.
Springfield’s local news covers officials hoping that a new apartment complex will boost the downtown economy and provides updates on the aftermath of a devastating downtown fire. Lutheran High is preparing for the construction of a new school, while the Springfield Police Department is seeing an increase in crime during the summer months.
On a national and world stage, there are discussions about whether replacing Biden on the ticket would help Democrats retain control of the White House. A 16-year-old was killed in an officer-involved shooting in Ohio and a community demands justice at a vigil for a 13-year-old who was killed by a New York officer. A group of thieves was caught on camera using sledgehammers to rob a California jewelry store and Democrats rally for Biden post-debate as internal concerns grow.
