ST. ROBERT, Mo., (KBSI) — A Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office deputy conducted a traffic stop on Aug. 6, requesting K9 assistance. K9 Alex conducted an open-air sniff and alerted to the presence of illegal substances emanating from the vehicle. A subsequent search yielded items that field-tested positive for methamphetamine. Categories: News Tags: K9, Missouri, Pulaski County, St. Robert
MT. VERNON, Ill., (KBSI) — Authorities executed search warrants in Mt. Vernon and Wayne City as part of an ongoing investigation into a July 27 shooting. The Mt. Vernon Police Department, Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office High Risk Team, and Illinois State Police conducted a search warrant in the 700 block of South 18th Street in Mt. Vernon. A separate search…
MAYFIELD, Ky., (KBSI) — A Graves County man has been sentenced to life in prison after pleading guilty to multiple charges, including the rape of a child under 12 and sodomy. Brian W. Readenour, 48, was sentenced by Graves County Circuit Judge Kevin Bishop. Readenour had prior convictions for sexual abuse of children and had been on the run from…
Forecast: High temperatures today are expected to reach the upper 80s and lower 90s across our area. Mostly sunny skies on Wednesday with a light and variable wind. Low temperatures tonight will drop into the upper 60s, with a few spots staying above the 70-degree mark. Mostly clear skies tonight with light winds. Stormcast keeps us clear from precipitation…
WAYNESVILLE, Mo., (KBSI) — First responders from multiple agencies in Pulaski County participated in a joint active shooter and IED training exercise at Westside Baptist Church on Wednesday. The exercise, which involved law enforcement, fire departments, emergency medical services and specialty teams, aimed to test response times, communication and coordination between agencies. Participants praised the exercise, citing the value of…
MCCRACKEN COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — Deputies with the McCracken County Sheriff’s Office responded to a disturbance call on Heath Street in the Reidland area on Aug. 4, 2025. Callers reported a disorderly male attempting to enter vehicles and residences. The male, identified as Jeremy Balkey, 33, appeared to be under the influence of an unknown substance. When deputies arrived, Balkey…
MARION, Ill., (KBSI) — A stolen vehicle was recovered and three people were taken into custody following a joint effort by the Marion Police Department and the Carterville Police Department. The incident began at approximately 8 a.m. today when the Marion Police Department received a report of a stolen silver Ford Escape from a business in the 1200 block of…
CARBONDALE, Ill., (KBSI) — The community is invited to attend a meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 6, to discuss the city’s honorary street sign policy. The meeting will be held from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Carbondale Civic Center. Attendees will receive information on the difference between honorary and permanent street naming, review past practices and have the opportunity…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — A man has been arrested after connection to an apartment fire that occurred August 3rd. According to a probable cause statement, Kijan Watts, the resident of the apartment, allegedly started the fire by piling items in the living room, pouring vegetable oil on top, and lighting a match. Watts reportedly told investigators that he started…
PORTAGEVILLE, Mo., (KBSI) — Gov. Mike Kehoe is visiting southeast Missouri, attending events at the Fisher Delta Research, Extension & Education Center. On Tuesday, he spoke at the center’s Field Day appreciation breakfast in Portageville. The Fisher Delta REEC is part of the Missouri Ag Experiment Station system, which conducts research on various crops, including rice, cotton, corn, soybeans and…
WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Ill., (KBSI) — A stolen 1930 Ford Model A was recovered July 27 after an off-duty Johnston City police officer spotted it being hauled on a trailer near Corinth Road and Harris School Road. Williamson County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested Jeffrey T. Wilson, Jason L. Price and Kelsi N. Wingo on charges of possession of a stolen vehicle,…
MT. VERNON, Ill., (KBSI) — The Mt. Vernon Police Department swore in three new officers Monday, all of whom have military service backgrounds. James McElroy, Jaide Jones and Nathan Launay will undergo 16 weeks of training at the Southwestern Illinois College Police Academy in Belleville, Illinois. Following academy training, they will complete 14 weeks of field training with a veteran…
NASHVILLE, Tenn., (KBSI) — UPDATE: Austin Drummond has been captured by authorities at this time. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is seeking the public’s help in locating Austin Robert Drummond, wanted for first-degree murder, kidnapping and other charges. Drummond, 29, is described as 5’10” and 190 pounds, with brown hair, blue eyes and a goatee. His appearance may have been…
CARTERVILLE, Ill., (KBSI) — John A. Logan College marked a major milestone Monday with the groundbreaking ceremony for its new $14.1 million Career and Technical Education Center. The state-of-the-art facility will house the college’s welding, HVAC, and automotive programs, bolstering the region’s workforce development and technical training capacity. College officials, local leaders, and community members attended the ceremony, demonstrating the…
MURRAY, Ky., (KBSI) — Calloway County deputies arrested Cammie Arnett, 21, of Benton, on Aug. 1, after a grand jury indictment. Arnett was taken into custody on Spruce Street in Murray around noon and lodged at the Calloway County Detention Facility. She faces a charge of trafficking in a controlled substance, first degree, first offense — cocaine, a Class C…
DUNKLIN COUNTY, Mo., (KBSI) – UPDATE: Both missing teens have been located. Two 14-year-old juveniles, Paris Duncan and James Ward, were last seen near W. 9th around 11:30 p.m in Dunklin County. Paris was wearing a yellow shirt with black shorts, while James was wearing a dark-colored shirt with black shorts. Anyone with information on their whereabouts is asked to…
BALLARD COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — A commercial vehicle accident has closed KY-286 at North Ballard Church Road. The road is expected to remain shut down for 2-4 hours as crews work to clear the scene safely. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes. Updates will be provided as they become available. Categories: News Tags: Ballard County,…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — The Missouri Sheriffs’ Association is hosting a training session for jail administrators from across the state, focusing on vital medical topics. The training will cover a range of subjects, including HIPAA laws and medical documentation. The goal is to provide stronger training for jail administrators, resulting in safer and more professional jails throughout Missouri. Categories:…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — The Cape Girardeau Chamber of Commerce will host its annual State of the Community Luncheon, featuring key leaders who will provide valuable insights on the state of the region. Scheduled speakers include Clint Tracy, Presiding Commissioner of Cape Girardeau County; Dr. Brad Hodson, President of Southeast Missouri State University; Mayor Stacy Kinder, City of Cape…
SIKESTON, Mo., (KBSI) — Authorities are investigating a suspicious fire at a residence in the 100 block of Autumn Drive, where officers responded to a disturbance call on July 30. Upon arrival, officers detected a strong burning odor and found a smoldering mattress in the backyard. Further investigation revealed a smoke-filled room and an active fire on the kitchen counter….
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Community Counseling Center has opened the John A. Hudak Treatment Center at 1987 Rusmar St., with a ribbon-cutting ceremony held yesterday. The facility, named after the center’s former executive director, will provide intensive residential treatment for individuals with mental health or co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions. The center will offer short-term diversion beds…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Saint Francis Healthcare System is celebrating 150 years of providing healthcare services to Cape Girardeau and surrounding areas. The healthcare system began in 1875 in a 12-room home on Themis Street and has grown into a 306-bed tertiary care hospital with over 400 providers serving 29 counties. A commemorative ribbon-cutting ceremony held on July 31…
COLP, Ill., (KBSI) — Authorities executed a search warrant at a residence in the 100 block of Lincoln Street on July 30, seizing cocaine, pills, scales, packaging materials and other items. Jacob R. Gottberg was taken into custody and cited with multiple offenses, including delivery and possession of a controlled substance. The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office seized over $25,000 in…