Since our first broadcast in 1953, #22News has been the most trusted local news source by viewers throughout western Massachusetts.https://bsky.app/profile/wwlp-22news.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/wwlp-22news.bsky.social/post/3mrx7elwrre2dThe Exit 45 off-ramp on I-90 eastbound has been closed after a box truck rollover Friday morning. https://www.wwlp.com/news/local-news/hampden-county/exit-45-off-ramp-closed-after-box-truck-rollover-damages-light-pole/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot31 Jul 2026 14:52 +0000at://did:plc:bvl4imqcoax2dbaevkuvikvg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrx7elwrre2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/wwlp-22news.bsky.social/post/3mrvx3c3tgk2lA Maryland man has pleaded guilty in federal court in Springfield to persuading and inducing three individuals, including two minors, to travel across state lines to engage in prostitution. https://www.wwlp.com/news/crime/maryland-man-pleads-guilty-in-springfield-prostitution-case-involving-minors/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot31 Jul 2026 02:51 +0000at://did:plc:bvl4imqcoax2dbaevkuvikvg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrvx3c3tgk2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/wwlp-22news.bsky.social/post/3mruotsv4er2cDrivers should expect delays on Turners Falls Road in Greenfield throughout the day on Thursday and Friday due to construction. https://www.wwlp.com/news/local-news/franklin-county/bridge-work-on-turners-falls-road-in-greenfield-to-cause-delays/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot30 Jul 2026 14:51 +0000at://did:plc:bvl4imqcoax2dbaevkuvikvg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mruotsv4er2chttps://bsky.app/profile/wwlp-22news.bsky.social/post/3mrtgkpoc4j2iSeveral roads in Great Barrington have been closed due to flooding, according to local officials. https://www.wwlp.com/news/local-news/berkshire-county/flooding-causes-multiple-road-closures-in-great-barrington/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot30 Jul 2026 02:50 +0000at://did:plc:bvl4imqcoax2dbaevkuvikvg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrtgkpoc4j2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/wwlp-22news.bsky.social/post/3mrs6d7m2ud2cCity officials are reminding the public that Westfield High School’s new athletic complex is not yet open and remains an active construction site. https://www.wwlp.com/news/local-news/hampden-county/officials-warn-against-trespassing-at-westfield-high-school-construction-site/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot29 Jul 2026 14:50 +0000at://did:plc:bvl4imqcoax2dbaevkuvikvg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrs6d7m2ud2chttps://bsky.app/profile/wwlp-22news.bsky.social/post/3mrqvzvxpkd2tState Rep. Orlando Ramos is calling for stronger traffic safety measures in Springfield, particularly on Boston Road, after three serious crashes, two of which were deadly, occurred in recent days. https://www.wwlp.com/news/local-news/hampden-county/orlando-ramos-seeks-red-light-cameras-after-deadly-crashes/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot29 Jul 2026 02:49 +0000at://did:plc:bvl4imqcoax2dbaevkuvikvg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrqvzvxpkd2thttps://bsky.app/profile/wwlp-22news.bsky.social/post/3mrpnsdxizk2qAAA Northeast is urging drivers to take preventative measures during National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month. https://www.wwlp.com/news/local-news/aaa-offers-safety-tips-during-vehicle-theft-prevention-month/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot28 Jul 2026 14:49 +0000at://did:plc:bvl4imqcoax2dbaevkuvikvg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrpnsdxizk2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/wwlp-22news.bsky.social/post/3mrofjgliam2pA Wakefield man is facing multiple drug trafficking and firearm charges after Massachusetts State Police seized large quantities of fentanyl, methamphetamine and cocaine during a court-authorized s… https://www.wwlp.com/news/crime/wakefield-man-charged-after-state-police-seize-fentanyl-methamphetamine-firearm-in-narcotics-bust/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot28 Jul 2026 02:48 +0000at://did:plc:bvl4imqcoax2dbaevkuvikvg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrofjgliam2phttps://bsky.app/profile/wwlp-22news.bsky.social/post/3mrn5bn6m322oThe Massachusetts Health Policy Commission allocated $1.38 million to seven acute care hospitals through its PATHways program to facilitate smoother patient discharges to home care. https://www.wwlp.com/news/massachusetts/these-massachusetts-hospitals-awarded-funds-to-speed-up-senior-discharges/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot27 Jul 2026 14:48 +0000at://did:plc:bvl4imqcoax2dbaevkuvikvg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrn5bn6m322ohttps://bsky.app/profile/wwlp-22news.bsky.social/post/3mrluyhbr5e2lHolyoke police are investigating after a man was shot on Maple Street Sunday afternoon. https://www.wwlp.com/news/crime/police-investigate-after-man-shot-outside-holyoke-medical-center/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot27 Jul 2026 02:47 +0000at://did:plc:bvl4imqcoax2dbaevkuvikvg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrluyhbr5e2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/wwlp-22news.bsky.social/post/3mrkmqxhlow2uSpringfield celebrated 100 years of professional hockey on Saturday night at the Eastern States Exposition. https://www.wwlp.com/sports/springfield-thunderbirds/springfield-celebrates-100-years-of-professional-hockey/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot26 Jul 2026 14:47 +0000at://did:plc:bvl4imqcoax2dbaevkuvikvg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrkmqxhlow2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/wwlp-22news.bsky.social/post/3mrjehqtakj2mThe Healey-Driscoll administration and the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center announced $12.3 million in funding to help prepare students for future careers in the life sciences field. https://www.wwlp.com/news/local-news/new-grant-program-funds-life-sciences-in-massachusetts-schools/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot26 Jul 2026 02:46 +0000at://did:plc:bvl4imqcoax2dbaevkuvikvg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrjehqtakj2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/wwlp-22news.bsky.social/post/3mri4ab3sy32sA Massachusetts woman has died after striking a horse with her vehicle in New York. https://www.wwlp.com/news/massachusetts/massachusetts-woman-dies-in-vehicle-crash-involving-horse-in-new-york/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot25 Jul 2026 14:46 +0000at://did:plc:bvl4imqcoax2dbaevkuvikvg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mri4ab3sy32shttps://bsky.app/profile/wwlp-22news.bsky.social/post/3mrgtx7rl5a2vNadia Milleron, an Independent candidate for Massachusetts’ First Congressional District, recently held a meet and greet event in Holyoke to discuss her campaign platform. https://www.wwlp.com/news/local-news/hampden-county/nadia-milleron-holds-holyoke-meetup-to-challenge-neal/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot25 Jul 2026 02:45 +0000at://did:plc:bvl4imqcoax2dbaevkuvikvg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrgtx7rl5a2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/wwlp-22news.bsky.social/post/3mrflpsfwuc2iThe Massachusetts House shuttled a trio of bills into conference committee, giving the Legislature ample leeway to negotiate issues surrounding violence prevention efforts for healthcare workers, h… https://www.wwlp.com/news/massachusetts/campaign-finance-home-care-workplace-violence-bills-headed-for-negotiations/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot24 Jul 2026 14:45 +0000at://did:plc:bvl4imqcoax2dbaevkuvikvg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrflpsfwuc2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/wwlp-22news.bsky.social/post/3mredgle23f2cThe HBCU Network of Western Massachusetts is celebrating its first student sendoff event in Springfield. https://www.wwlp.com/news/local-news/community-supports-hbcu-students-at-springfield-gathering/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot24 Jul 2026 02:44 +0000at://did:plc:bvl4imqcoax2dbaevkuvikvg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mredgle23f2chttps://bsky.app/profile/wwlp-22news.bsky.social/post/3mrd36xukxl23Six Flags New England is scheduled to host its Fright Fest Scare Fair hiring event on August 7 and 8 to fill 250 entertainment positions for the upcoming Halloween season. https://www.wwlp.com/news/local-news/hampden-county/six-flags-new-england-to-hire-250-workers-for-fright-fest/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot23 Jul 2026 14:44 +0000at://did:plc:bvl4imqcoax2dbaevkuvikvg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrd36xukxl23https://bsky.app/profile/wwlp-22news.bsky.social/post/3mrbsvn2jek2iThe Massachusetts House of Representatives approved legislation Wednesday that would update state law governing abortions after 24 weeks of pregnancy, allowing physicians to provide medically neces… https://www.wwlp.com/news/massachusetts/massachusetts-house-passes-bill-expanding-access-to-abortion-care/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot23 Jul 2026 02:43 +0000at://did:plc:bvl4imqcoax2dbaevkuvikvg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrbsvn2jek2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/wwlp-22news.bsky.social/post/3mrako7apqb2eLaw enforcement is seeking the public’s help to locate a Vermont man who was last seen in South Deerfield after abandoning his work vehicle. https://www.wwlp.com/news/local-news/franklin-county/police-seek-public-help-locating-vermont-man-in-south-deerfield/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot22 Jul 2026 14:43 +0000at://did:plc:bvl4imqcoax2dbaevkuvikvg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrako7apqb2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/wwlp-22news.bsky.social/post/3mr7cf5f5ho2iGreenfield Savings Bank has named Douglas Gilbert as its new first vice president and commercial loan officer. https://www.wwlp.com/news/local-news/franklin-county/greenfield-savings-bank-names-douglas-gilbert-first-vp-commercial-loan-officer/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot22 Jul 2026 02:42 +0000at://did:plc:bvl4imqcoax2dbaevkuvikvg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mr7cf5f5ho2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/wwlp-22news.bsky.social/post/3mr625pbd6c2xCVS Pharmacy launched a new service dispensing pet medications nationwide, offering refills and home delivery options. https://www.wwlp.com/news/local-news/cvs-pharmacy-begins-offering-pet-medications-nationwide/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot21 Jul 2026 14:42 +0000at://did:plc:bvl4imqcoax2dbaevkuvikvg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mr625pbd6c2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/wwlp-22news.bsky.social/post/3mr4rvz7dfv23Three people, including two juveniles, were arrested after police recovered a handgun with a defaced serial number during the execution of a search warrant at a Southbridge residence. https://www.wwlp.com/news/crime/three-arrested-after-police-recover-defaced-handgun-during-southbridge-search/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot21 Jul 2026 02:42 +0000at://did:plc:bvl4imqcoax2dbaevkuvikvg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mr4rvz7dfv23https://bsky.app/profile/wwlp-22news.bsky.social/post/3mr3jok3kzz2jA portion of I-90 in Ludlow is closed due to a crash involving a tractor-trailer and an SUV Monday morning. https://www.wwlp.com/news/local-news/hampden-county/portion-of-i-90-westbound-closed-in-ludlow-following-bridge-strike/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot20 Jul 2026 14:42 +0000at://did:plc:bvl4imqcoax2dbaevkuvikvg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mr3jok3kzz2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/wwlp-22news.bsky.social/post/3mr2bfbpze623Estimates from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration show a decline in traffic fatalities nationwide and in Massachusetts during the first quarter of 2026. https://www.wwlp.com/news/massachusetts/first-half-of-2026-sees-decline-in-traffic-fatalities-in-massachusetts-aaa/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot20 Jul 2026 02:41 +0000at://did:plc:bvl4imqcoax2dbaevkuvikvg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mr2bfbpze623https://bsky.app/profile/wwlp-22news.bsky.social/post/3mqyz5rqxok2oSunday marks National Ice Cream Day, and western Mass. residents can celebrate by visiting the region’s top ice cream spots. https://www.wwlp.com/news/local-news/national-ice-cream-day-top-creameries-to-visit-in-western-massachusetts/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot19 Jul 2026 14:41 +0000at://did:plc:bvl4imqcoax2dbaevkuvikvg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqyz5rqxok2ohttps://bsky.app/profile/wwlp-22news.bsky.social/post/3mqxqumtz3b2aA portion of Elm Street in East Longmeadow is closed due to a motor vehicle crash. https://www.wwlp.com/news/local-news/hampden-county/elm-street-closed-in-east-longmeadow-due-to-serious-crash/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot19 Jul 2026 02:40 +0000at://did:plc:bvl4imqcoax2dbaevkuvikvg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqxqumtz3b2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/wwlp-22news.bsky.social/post/3mqwin4uk2c2pThe Healey administration and MDAR are distributing over $650,000 in grants to 13 farms to support the agricultural economy. https://www.wwlp.com/news/local-news/healey-administration-grants-650000-to-13-farms-to-boost-agriculture/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot18 Jul 2026 14:40 +0000at://did:plc:bvl4imqcoax2dbaevkuvikvg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqwin4uk2c2phttps://bsky.app/profile/wwlp-22news.bsky.social/post/3mqvadypl2e2vThe 22News Storm Team has issued a Weather Alert for Saturday for the potential of strong to severe thunderstorms mainly in the afternoon and evening. https://www.wwlp.com/email-alerts/breaking-weather-email-alerts/weather-alert-strong-to-severe-thunderstorms-on-saturday/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot18 Jul 2026 02:39 +0000at://did:plc:bvl4imqcoax2dbaevkuvikvg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqvadypl2e2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/wwlp-22news.bsky.social/post/3mqty4fa6662fThe Longmeadow Police Department urged parents to discuss e-bike and e-scooter safety following an increase in complaints regarding unsupervised young riders. https://www.wwlp.com/news/local-news/longmeadow-police-urge-e-bike-safety-amid-increase-in-complaints/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot17 Jul 2026 14:39 +0000at://did:plc:bvl4imqcoax2dbaevkuvikvg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqty4fa6662fhttps://bsky.app/profile/wwlp-22news.bsky.social/post/3mqspuyiwwi2yWest Springfield has welcomed back the ValleyBike Share program, which returns with a new fleet of pedal-assist e-bikes just in time for a summer stroll. https://www.wwlp.com/news/local-news/hampden-county/west-springfield-welcomes-back-valleybike-share-with-e-bikes/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot17 Jul 2026 02:39 +0000at://did:plc:bvl4imqcoax2dbaevkuvikvg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqspuyiwwi2y