MARBLE HILL, Mo., (KBSI) — A man wanted on a felony warrant out of Iowa was arrested Saturday in Bollinger County, authorities said. The Bollinger County Sheriff’s Office said deputies received information Sept. 13 that Michael Street, who had absconded from parole, was in the county. The Iowa warrant carried no bond. Street was located at a property on County…
MADISON COUNTY, Ill., (KBSI) — Firefighters responded early Tuesday to a structure fire in Madison County’s East District, officials said. The Madison County Fire Department said crews were dispatched around 6:30 a.m. and arrived to find a 30-by-60-foot shop with flames visible. Firefighters launched an aggressive attack and quickly brought the blaze under control. Investigators determined the fire was electrical…
ADVANCE, Mo., (KBSI) — Fire crews in Advance responded Tuesday afternoon to a tractor fire that spread to a nearby field, officials said. The Advance Fire Department was dispatched around 3:30 p.m. Crews quickly contained and extinguished the flames. No injuries were reported. Categories: News Tags: Advance, Missouri
BENTON, Ill., (KBSI) — A Benton woman has been arrested after police said methamphetamine and other drugs were found during a traffic stop Monday night. The Benton Police Department said an officer stopped a vehicle around 10:57 p.m. Sept. 15 on Joplin Street near North Buchanan Street. A Franklin County Sheriff’s Office K9, Stryker, was brought to the scene and…
FARMINGTON, Mo., (KBSI) — A St. Francois County woman is facing charges after authorities say she pointed a firearm at several people during a domestic incident earlier this summer. According to court documents, St. Francois County Central Communications received a 911 call Aug. 6 reporting that LeAnn Heiring was pointing a weapon at two individuals inside a residence. Deputies ordered…
MARBLE HILL, Mo., (KBSI) — A Bollinger County man has been arrested after a felony warrant was issued charging him with multiple child sex crimes, authorities said. The Bollinger County Sheriff’s Office said a warrant was issued Sept. 12 for Elzie Rhodes on three counts of first-degree child molestation, one count of first-degree statutory rape, and one count of forcible…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — A man was taken into custody Friday night after security personnel at a Cape Girardeau event found him with a loaded handgun and ammunition, police said. Officers assigned to the event security detail said the incident occurred around 9:30 p.m., shortly after the event had ended. According to reports, security staff confronted a man who…
MARION, Ill., (KBSI) — A southern Illinois man has been arrested in connection with a burglary that resulted in more than $19,000 in losses from the Lake of Egypt Water District, authorities said. The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office said deputies responded to the water district Aug. 19 after brass fittings were reported stolen. Later that day, several of the stolen…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Most of Cape Girardeau is under a boil water advisory following a power failure Friday morning at the city’s water plant, officials said. The advisory will remain in effect until 7 a.m. on Sept. 17 unless extended. Residents can view affected addresses, a map, and frequently asked questions online. Those in the advisory area who…
MURRAY, Ky., (KBSI) — A Paducah man was arrested Sunday night in Calloway County after fleeing from deputies during a dispute, authorities said. The Calloway County Sheriff’s Office said deputies responded to a report of a disturbance on Midway Road around 8:30 p.m. When they arrived, Daniel K. Boggs, 31, ran from the scene on foot. Deputies said Boggs was…
MARION, Ill., (KBSI) — Hundreds of people gathered at Tower Square Plaza in downtown Marion on Sunday evening for a prayer event in memory of Charlie Kirk, conservative figure recently killed, organized by Redemption Church of Johnston City. The event concluded with a candlelight service, as participants raised lighters and cell phones in solidarity. Local law enforcement was present to provide…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) – The Cape Girardeau Police Department recognized National Police Woman Day by honoring the women who serve as officers in the community. The department praised its female officers for their dedication to public safety and their role in inspiring future generations. “Several strong women serve Cape Girardeau as police officers, and we’re proud to recognize their…
CARBONDALE, Ill., (KBSI) – UPDATE: On September 15, 2025, Julia was located and found to be safe and in good health. The Carbondale Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing woman. Julia Andrew, 45, of Carbondale, was last seen Sept. 3 in the 400 block of South Beveridge Street. She is described as 5 feet…
POPLAR BLUFF, Mo., (KBSI) – Three Rivers College, the Poplar Bluff Fire Department and the Grandin Rural Volunteer Fire Department have each upgraded their fire fleets through a series of donations and partnerships. The Poplar Bluff Fire Department recently purchased a 2024 Rosenbauer Pumper with grant funding, replacing a 1980 Seagrave Pumper that no longer met National Fire Protection Association…
BELL CITY, Mo., (KBSI) – Bell City Fire Rescue responded Friday morning to a tractor fire in a farm field, with mutual aid from the Advance Fire Department. Crews were dispatched around 8:51 a.m. after reports of a fully involved tractor fire. Heavy smoke was visible for several miles as firefighters made their way to the scene. Because of drought…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) – Notre Dame Regional High School senior Nicholas Dial has been named a semifinalist in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program, placing him among the top 1% of high school seniors nationwide. Dial will now have the opportunity to advance to the finalist level and compete for one of nearly 7,000 scholarships valued at a combined…
FREDERICKTOWN, Mo., (KBSI) – Fire crews responded to a second-alarm residential blaze Thursday afternoon in Fredericktown, officials said. The Fredericktown Fire Department was assisted by the Cherokee Pass Fire Protection District, with additional mutual aid requested from the Farmington Fire Department and Wolf Creek Fire Protection District. No injuries were reported. The department expressed appreciation for support from Madison County…
PADUCAH, Ky., (KBSI) – UPDATE: Both juveniles have been located and are in good health. Brennen Newcomb has been located and in good health, however Perseus Newcomb is still considered missing. The Paducah Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating two missing juveniles. Brennen Newcomb, born Dec. 29, 2011, was last seen on Burnett Street in Paducah…
CALVERT CITY, Ky., (KBSI) – The Kentucky League of Cities (KLC) has named Calvert City the 2025 City Government of the Year, recognizing its leadership and community impact. An independent panel of judges selected Calvert City from several nominations, citing the city’s transformational achievements and innovative governance. The award will be presented Sept. 26 during the KLC Conference in Owensboro….
SIKESTON, Mo., (KBSI) – Sikeston Department of Public Safety is collecting donations at Walmart as part of the “Fill the Boot” campaign to support the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). Community members can contribute in person at Walmart or make cashless and online donations through the campaign’s website at Sikeston Fire MO – Fundraising For Fill the Boot. The annual fundraiser…
HARRISBURG, Ill., (KBSI) – Heaven’s Kitchen is celebrating seven years of serving the community and announced plans to relocate to a new home this fall. The nonprofit, which began as a weekly meal kitchen and has since provided thousands of meals and grocery bags to local families, transitioned into a full weekly food pantry in May. Leaders say the organization…
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo., (KBSI) – Three men have been sentenced in connection with the illegal killing of a bull elk in Shannon County in 2023, following a months-long investigation by the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC). Michael K. O’Neail, of De Soto, pleaded guilty Sept. 3 to illegally killing and abandoning a bull elk. He was sentenced to 60 days…
PADUCAH, Ky., (KBSI) – Santerre International, a Paducah-based startup founded by Mark Anderson, has been awarded a $100,000 Challenge Grant from the Bluegrass AgTech Development Corp. The company is developing a zero-waste process that converts invasive carp into fertilizer products for organic producers. The innovation aims to address a major challenge for Kentucky’s organic farms, which often face limited access…
HERRIN, Ill., (KBSI) – The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office reported that inmate crews collected 550 pounds of litter Thursday during a work detail along Illinois Route 148 between Route 13 and Brewster Road. The cleanup effort stretched through Herrin and Energy as part of the sheriff’s “Inmate Work Detail” program, which utilizes low-level, nonviolent offenders to assist in community projects….