LOUISVILLE, Ky., (KBSI) — Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear and his family will be featured in the September issue of Vogue Magazine, with the publication hailing him as “the most popular Democratic governor in the country.” The feature highlights Beshear’s ability to achieve successive victories in a traditionally Republican state, positioning him as a potential contender for the Democratic presidential nomination…
CARTERVILLE, Ill., (KBSI) — The Harrison-Bruce Historical Village at John A. Logan College will host its 4th Annual Quilt Show on July 26-27. The event will feature vintage and modern quilt displays, historical quilts from the Springfield Illinois State Museum, a bed turning, vendors, and demonstrators. The quilt show will take place at the JALC Conference Center, 700 Logan College…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — The Southeast Missouri Food Bank has announced the schedule for mobile food distributions in several counties this week: — Cape County: 9 a.m., July 26, Randles General Baptist Church, 112 N. Henderson, Randles 9 a.m., July 26, Trinity Lutheran Church of Cape Girardeau, 100 N. Frederick St., Cape Girardeau — New Madrid County: 4:30 p.m.,…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Old Town Cape, Inc. will host its annual Revivify fundraiser on Sept. 21, 2025, from 3-7 p.m. on Spanish Street in downtown Cape Girardeau. The event will feature a four-course meal prepared by local chefs Dewayne Schaaf, Gabriele Ruggieri and Doc Cain, as well as live music by Joy Brooker. Tickets are $100 and will…
DELTA, Mo. (KBSI) — Firefighters responded to a vehicle fire on Highway 25 north of Delta at 11:06 a.m. The highway was temporarily closed during fire suppression, with traffic control measures implemented to reopen one lane as soon as possible. Motorists are reminded to exercise caution when approaching emergency scenes, reducing speed and following directions from traffic controllers. No injuries…
Severe Weather Potential: The Storm Prediction Center has issued a Marginal Risk (Level 1 out of 5) for most of our viewing area tonight. Storms will be capable of damaging winds on Friday night. Stormcast shows the potential for scattered storms throughout the evening tonight. Forecast: Low temperatures across the heartland will be in the lower to mid-70s tonight. Mostly cloudy…
MIDWAY, Ky., (KBSI) — A traffic accident has shut down Midway Road at the intersection of Tom Taylor Road and Bakers Crossroad Drive. A semi-truck in a ditch is blocking both lanes of traffic. Emergency crews and the Calloway County Sheriff’s Office are on scene assisting with traffic control. Motorists are advised to avoid the area until further notice. Categories:…
MAYFIELD, Ky., (KBSI) — Two people have been arrested, and another is being sought in connection with felony drug trafficking investigations in Graves County. Vanessa K. Chambers, 46, was charged with possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia after a search warrant was served at her residence. Dustin D. Blake, 38, was arrested on charges of trafficking in a…
MARION, Ill., (KBSI) — Anderson’s Furniture and Mattress has donated $10,000 to aid families affected by the recent tornado in the Marion Unit 2 School District. The contribution was made possible through sales initiatives in June and was presented to Superintendent Becky Moss. Categories: News Tags: Illinois, Marion
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — A Cape Girardeau County sheriff’s K9 officer is safe after a heat alert system installed in the patrol vehicle alerted the handler to rising temperatures. The incident occurred when the air conditioning system malfunctioned, causing the interior temperature to rise from 75°F to over 90°F in just five minutes. The Cool Guard heat alert system,…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — A fundraiser at Texas Roadhouse raised over $2,000 for Special Olympics Missouri. Local law enforcement officers volunteered their time for the Tip-A-Cop event, which was held to support Special Olympics athletes in the area. Categories: News Tags: Cape Girardeau, Missouri
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) — A man was arrested at a local hotel after allegedly threatening staff members with a sword and refusing to leave the property, according to a police report. The incident began when a room service employee attempted to service Room 320, but was confronted by the man, later identified as Reed, who exited Room 319 and…
MT. VERNON, Ill., (KBSI) — Authorities say a 29-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a residential fire in Waltonville. Jory L. Brown, of Mt. Vernon, was taken into custody Wednesday and charged with arson and criminal damage to state-supported property. The arrest stems from an investigation into a June 13 fire at a residence owned by the Housing…
CREAL SPRINGS, Ill., (KBSI) — A power outage and road blockage were reported in Creal Springs after a semi-truck crashed into utility poles, bringing down power lines and telephone poles. The incident occurred on Illinois Route 166, between Lake of Egypt Road and the Creal Springs Mini Mart. The area is currently impassable, and authorities expect it to take hours…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Saint Francis Healthcare System celebrated its 150th anniversary with a food packing project that far exceeded expectations, with nearly 200 volunteers helping to fight food insecurity in the region. The original goal was to pack 10,000 meals, but volunteers ultimately packed 153 boxes of food, totaling 33,048 meals. The food was distributed to the Catholic…
PERRYVILLE, Mo. (KBSI) — Perryville Elementary School has unveiled a new mural on the outside brick wall of its building, thanks to the artistic talents of Kenzie Wolk. The vibrant mural, located at the front of the building, will greet students on their first day of school. Categories: News Tags: Missouri, Perryville
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Notre Dame Regional High School is celebrating its centennial anniversary with a weekend-long Alumni Fest, Aug. 8-11. The festivities will kick off with the Queen of Victory Evening of Excellence on Aug. 8, honoring inductees into the Athletic and Performing and Visual Arts Halls of Fame, among others. Brother David Migliorino will be the keynote…
PUXICO, Mo., (KBSI) — Authorities are investigating a February fire that destroyed multiple businesses in downtown Puxico as arson. The Missouri State Fire Marshal’s Office said the Feb. 22 fire at “The Midway” building on East Richardarson Avenue is being probed by the ATF and the Division of Public Safety. The cause of the fire and the reason investigators believe…
Forecast: Low temperatures tonight will struggle to reach the lower 70s across the heartland with mostly clear skies as a south/southwesterly breeze will keep temperatures warm overnight. Dew points will remain in the mid-70s overnight which could lead to some areas of patchy fog Thursday morning. High temperatures will reach the lower 90s on Thursday with a west/southwesterly wind at…
FAIRFIELD, Ill., (KBSI) — Authorities executed a search warrant at a residence in Fairfield, leading to the arrest of two individuals in connection with a burglary investigation. Detectives from the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, assisted by deputies and officers from the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office and Fairfield Police Department, searched the residence at 306 Highland Ave. Bobby W. Cottrill, 47,…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) – The Cape Girardeau Fire Department responded to a fire at Tipton Linen, located at the intersection of Independence and West End Boulevard, around 6 a.m. According to fire crews, the alarm was triggered by smoking towels in a dryer, activating the fire alarm. Tipton Linen employees had extinguished the towels by the time firefighters arrived…
DEXTER, Mo., (KBSI) — Assistant Fire Chief Dale Rowe, a 53-year veteran of the Dexter Fire Department, has died. Rowe died July 11, 2025, following an accident unrelated to his fire service. He was a dedicated and courageous member of the department, serving with honor and integrity. The department extends its deepest condolences to Rowe’s family, friends and fellow first…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) —Covenant Life Church will be having a Giving Closet event that is scheduled for Aug. 2 to help families prepare for the upcoming school year. The event will provide free clothing in various sizes and some school supplies to those in need. Individuals seeking assistance are encouraged to attend. Donations of clothing and school supplies are…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — The Cape Girardeau County Sheriff’s Office is testing a new sticker package and wants to give the community a sneak peek. The office shared the update on social media, saying it wants to keep the public informed about official markings and logos. Categories: News Tags: Cape Girardeau, Missouri