McCracken County deputies arrest three in separate drug investigations

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PADUCAH, Ky., (KBSI) — The McCracken County Sheriff’s Office has arrested three individuals in separate drug investigations carried out between Oct. 6 and Oct. 16. On Oct. 6, deputies executed a search warrant at 650 College Avenue, Apartment 72, where detectives found approximately 12 grams of crack cocaine, hallucinogenic mushrooms, synthetic marijuana, drug paraphernalia, and cash believed to be proceeds…

Warmer Temperatures, Afternoon Severe Weather Potential

Severe Potential: Severe weather returns to the Heartland on Saturday with Cape Girardeau under a Slight Risk (Level 2 out of 5) of severe weather. An isolated tornado, large hail, and damaging winds will be possible tomorrow afternoon and into the evening. Latest Storm Alert Team Weather Alerts: Click Here Latest Watches/Warnings: Click Here Above is the latest run of Stormcast,…

Bell City Fire Rescue assists in structure fire response

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BELL CITY, Mo., (KBSI) — Bell City Fire Rescue responded Tuesday evening to assist the Advance Fire Department with a structure fire in the county. At approximately 7:04 p.m., Bell City crews were dispatched to provide mutual aid. Rescue Engine 3 and Tanker 1, each staffed with full crews, responded to the scene. Firefighters from the Delta and Oran Fire…

Cape Career and Technology Center opens new welding facility

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CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — The Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center celebrated the grand opening of its new welding facility Wednesday morning, marking a major investment in workforce development for the region. The ribbon cutting took place at 10:30 a.m. at the center’s campus on South Silver Springs Road, followed by a trade show and open house that continued…

Southern 7 Head Start celebrates Head Start Awareness Month

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ULLIN, Ill., (KBSI) — October marks Head Start Awareness Month, a time to recognize the positive impact the program has made on children and families nationwide since its creation in 1965. President Ronald Reagan first proclaimed October as Head Start Awareness Month on Oct. 22, 1982. Since then, teachers, parents, and alumni have continued to honor the program’s success through…

Old Pioneer Market thanks community after arrest in burglary case

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  JACKSON, Mo., (KBSI) — Old Pioneer Market has announced that a suspect believed to be responsible for a recent burglary has been taken into custody. The business expressed relief and gratitude, saying they are “beyond relieved — and honestly still a little in shock — to share that the burglar who broke into our market has been caught.” While the…

Livingston County Sheriff’s Office seeks help locating missing man

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LIVINGSTON COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — The Livingston County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating Riley “Neal” Rogers, a 60-year-old man from Lola. Rogers was last seen in Southside Paducah on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025. Anyone with information about his whereabouts is asked to contact Deputy Donald Crawford at (270) 928-2122 or local law enforcement. Authorities say…

Jackson Fire Rescue reopens Station No. 1

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JACKSON, Mo., (KBSI) — It wasn’t a typical ribbon cutting in Jackson on Tuesday. Instead, the sound of cheers filled the air as firefighters “uncoupled” a hose to officially reopen Fire Station No. 1. Jackson Fire Rescue Chief Jason Mouser explained the meaning behind the unique ceremony. “An uncoupling ceremony in the fire service is the equivalent of a ribbon…

Traffic stop leads to drug arrest in Graves County

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GRAVES COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) – A late-night traffic stop on Oct. 9 led to the arrest of a Mayfield woman on multiple drug-related charges. At approximately 11:35 p.m., Deputy Austin Ramage with the Graves County Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle traveling north on KY 97 near the 500 block after observing a traffic violation. The driver…

City of Jackson to host fire hose uncoupling ceremony and public open house

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JACKSON, Mo., (KBSI) – The City of Jackson and Jackson Fire Rescue invite members of the media and public to attend a Fire Hose Uncoupling Ceremony and Open House celebrating the completion of the remodeled Fire Station No. 1. This event marks a significant milestone in the city’s continued commitment to public safety and community partnership. Event Details Date: Tuesday,…

Arrest made in Stonefort residential arson case

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STONEFORT, Ill., (KBSI) – A joint investigation by the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office and the Illinois State Fire Marshal has led to the arrest of a suspect in connection with a residential arson that occurred Oct. 8 in Stonefort. At approximately 1:59 p.m., surveillance footage showed Jeffrey A. Glover arriving on a bicycle at a home located at 303 Poplar…

Fugitive arrested in Eldorado after multi-agency search

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ELDORADO, Ill., (KBSI) — A local fugitive wanted in connection with multiple burglaries was taken into custody Friday following a coordinated effort by area law enforcement agencies. According to the Saline County Sheriff’s Office, Aaron A. Hargett was arrested in a wooded area of Eldorado after officers acted on information about his location. Hargett is wanted on charges related to…

Firefighters battle tobacco barn fire in Calloway County

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CALLOWAY COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — Calloway County Fire-Rescue crews responded Saturday afternoon to a fully involved tobacco barn fire near the 500 block of Kirksey Road, between the Kirksey and Stella communities. Officials said multiple trucks and firefighters were on scene working to contain and extinguish the blaze. Motorists are asked to use caution in the area as firefighters are…

Perryville firefighters teach fire safety at St. Vincent Elementary

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PERRYVILLE, Mo., (KBSI) — Members of the Perryville Fire Department visited St. Vincent Elementary this week as part of Fire Prevention Week. Firefighters John and Shane spent the morning teaching students about fire safety — including what to do in an emergency and how firefighters work to keep the community safe each day. Students enjoyed asking questions, learning about fire…

Williamson County Sheriff’s Office concludes narcotics investigation at Herrin high-rise

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HERRIN, Ill., (KBSI) — The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office has concluded a month-long investigation into the sale and distribution of illegal narcotics at the high-rise apartment building located at 301 N. 14th St. in Herrin. Deputies said the investigation included multiple controlled purchases of crack cocaine from the residence. Based on evidence gathered, a search warrant was executed at 1:03…

BackStoppers assisting family of fallen Sikeston Officer Henry Franklin

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SIKESTON, Mo. — The BackStoppers organization is now assisting the family of Sikeston Department of Public Safety Officer Henry Franklin, who was killed in the line of duty on Oct. 6, 2025. Officer Franklin, 41, was fatally shot while responding with the Sikeston DPS Tactical Team to assist in the apprehension of a murder suspect barricaded inside a home. Franklin…

Four arrested in McCracken County Jail drug smuggling investigation

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MCCRACKEN COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — Detectives with the McCracken County Sheriff’s Office have arrested four people following a month-long investigation into attempts to smuggle illegal narcotics into the McCracken County Jail. Investigators say the suspects were placing drugs in areas accessible to inmates in an effort to traffic the contraband into the facility. The following individuals were arrested and charged:…

McCracken County Sheriff’s Office searching for missing woman

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MCCRACKEN COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — The McCracken County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing 62-year-old woman. Sheila Renee Runkle was last seen at her residence in the Lone Oak area around 5:40 p.m. on Oct. 7, 2025. Runkle is described as a white female with gray and brown shoulder-length hair and hazel eyes. She…

Evacuation underway at Deaconess Illinois Medical Center in Marion

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MARION, Ill., (KBSI) — The first floor of Deaconess Illinois Medical Center was evacuated earlier Tuesday following a reported bomb threat, according to hospital officials. Out of an abundance of caution, patients and staff were temporarily evacuated but have since been allowed to return. Families and visitors are not currently permitted on the first floor as safety protocols remain in…

Florida man faces additional charges after McCracken County vehicle search

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MCCRACKEN COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — Detectives with the McCracken County Sheriff’s Office have filed additional charges against 27-year-old Andrew C. Brown of Oakhill, Florida, following the execution of a search warrant on his vehicle. The warrant was obtained as part of an ongoing investigation stemming from Brown’s arrest on Oct. 1. During the search, detectives reported finding multiple narcotics, drug…

Carbondale seeks public input for five-year Capital Improvement Plan

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CARBONDALE, Ill., (KBSI) — The City of Carbondale is inviting residents to share their ideas and suggestions for future projects and community improvements. Each fall, city officials collect input from community members to help shape the Five-Year Capital Improvement Program (CIP), which serves as a roadmap for major infrastructure projects. The CIP outlines planned construction projects such as streets, sidewalks,…

Beussink, Ritter and Gwaltney join Saint Francis Emergency Department and Cape Trauma Specialists

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CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Saint Francis Healthcare System has announced the addition of Wendi Beussink, APRN, FNP-C; Abby R. Ritter, MD; and Grace J. Gwaltney, PA-C, to its Emergency Department and Cape Trauma Specialists. The Emergency and Trauma Center at Saint Francis Medical Center is the only state-designated Level III emergency and trauma center in southeast Missouri, providing care…

Care to learn to host Rock ’n’ Roll Blacklight Bingo at Osage Centre

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CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Care to Learn invites the community to its Rock ’n’ Roll Blacklight Bingo event on Oct. 25, 2025, at the Osage Centre, 1625 N. Kingshighway St. Doors open at 5 p.m., with bingo beginning at 7 p.m. Tickets are $40 per person or $280 for a table of eight ($35 per person). Categories: News Tags:…

Foot chase in Paducah leads to arrest, gun and drugs recovered

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PADUCAH, Ky., (KBSI) — A Paducah man was arrested Wednesday evening after a foot chase led police to recover a firearm and marijuana outside a local facility, according to the Paducah Police Department. Officers said they saw a silver passenger car commit a traffic violation before parking in a business lot. The driver, identified as Christian M. Smith, 18, of…