REND LAKE, Ill., (KBSI) — The 2025 summer recreation season has begun at Rend Lake, which hosted over 1.6 million visitors in 2023. The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers have partnered for over 50 years to manage the lake’s public use areas, which include picnic sites, camping sites, boat ramps and trails. The partnership…
MURRAY, Ky., (KBSI) — Former Calloway County Sheriff Larry Roberts has died, the sheriff’s office announced. Roberts dedicated many years to serving the people of Calloway County, leaving a lasting impact on the community and law enforcement. The sheriff’s office extended condolences to Roberts’ family and friends, thanking him for his legacy and dedication to the county. Categories: News Tags:…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — A mother was taken into custody after her daughter suffered a life-threatening gunshot wound to the head in a vehicle on Kenwood Drive. The incident occurred around 11:45 p.m. on May 11, 2025. The mother, Cacey W. Bright, claimed she accidentally discharged the firearm while loading a magazine, stating she “must have pulled the trigger.”…
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo., (KBSI) — Former U.S. Sen. and Missouri Gov. Christopher S. “Kit” Bond died Monday in St. Louis at 86, Gov. Mike Kehoe announced. Bond served 40 years in public office, advocating for Missouri’s interests and leaving a lasting legacy in the state. Kehoe praised Bond as a skilled statesman and public servant who “truly loved Missouri.” Flags…
MCCRACKEN COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — Detectives with the McCracken County Sheriff’s Office arrested two people Monday following an investigation with the Kentucky Department of Probation and Parole. David Bellamy, 44, and Michelle Jackson, 27, were taken into custody after detectives searched a residence on Clarks River Road and found about 23 grams of crystal methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. Bellamy and…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — The Red House Interpretive Center will host Heritage Day on May 17 to celebrate the history and cultures of early settlers in the old Cape Girardeau district. The event will run from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and feature demonstrations of blacksmithing, flint knapping, lace making and wood carving. Other attractions include a black powder…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Police responded to a report of shots fired Friday at a residence in the 1500-block of Whitener, where they found one person with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound to the leg. A second victim, 22-year-old Micah Ledbetter, of Cape Girardeau, arrived at a hospital with a gunshot wound and later died. The Cape Girardeau/Bollinger County Major…
HARRISBURG, Ill., (KBSI) — Authorities responded to a 911 call Monday at a Michigan Street residence after a woman reported being shot. Officers found the 25-year-old victim walking to the hospital with a gunshot wound to the face. She was taken to a trauma center. Police identified 30-year-old Amy N. Tolley as the suspect and took her into custody without…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — The city’s Public Works team is installing new traffic cameras at the intersection of Independence and Caruthers/Sheridan, near Cape Central Junior High School. The traffic signal will be in flash mode until Wednesday. Categories: News Tags: Cape Girardeau, Missouri
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Cape Splash is set to open on May 24, marking the start of the summer season. Patrons can visit the city’s website at Cape Splash Family Aquatic Center – City of Cape Girardeau for information on hours of operation and safety protocols. Categories: News Tags: Cape Girardeau, Missouri
POPLAR BLUFF, Mo., (KBSI) — Dodson Cravens, Pharm.D., has been a part of the Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center story for nearly five decades. Cravens’ connection to the hospital began when he was an infant, and he was admitted to Doctors Regional Hospital, now Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center, with a life-threatening illness. He credits the medical staff with saving…
WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Ill., (KBSI) — On May 10, 2025, at approximately 11:59 p.m., Williamson County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a report of a pedestrian struck by a vehicle in the 11000 block of Saraville Road. Upon arrival, deputies discovered a 38-year-old male victim laying on the ground in the driveway of a residence. The victim had been struck by…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — A 27-year-old Cape Girardeau woman has been charged in connection with the shooting death of another woman. A fatal shooting occurred on May 9, 2025, in the area of Whitener and Louisiana in Cape Girardeau. Officers responded to a report of shots fired with a subject hit. Upon arrival, they found Deandra Patterson with a…
GRAVES COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — Two separate collisions over the weekend resulted in injuries and DUI charges for two local residents. On Friday, May 9, 2025, at approximately 4:20 p.m., the Sheriff’s Office responded to a single-vehicle injury collision on KY 1890 (Sharon Church Road) south of Mayfield. Mary E. Stephenson, 54, of the Pilot Oak area, was traveling westbound…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Officers responded to a shooting in the 1300-block of Kenwood Drive on May 11, 2025, at approximately 11:45 p.m. Upon arrival, officers found a victim with an apparent gunshot wound to the head inside a GMC Yukon. The victim was transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. Cacey W. Bright, the driver of the vehicle,…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — The Cape Girardeau Police Department announced that Patrolman Tisher has received the 2025 Sandlot Salute award, presented by Missouri Bulls Baseball. The award recognizes outstanding community service and leadership. Patrolman Tisher, a Field Training Officer, has demonstrated exceptional work ethic and dedication to his role. Tisher resumed his duties after returning from military deployment. He…
PERRYVILLE, Mo., (KBSI) — Perryville High School will hold its commencement ceremony on Friday, May 16, at 7 p.m. at the Perry Park Center, graduating 208 seniors. Thirty students will receive academic honors, including nine Summa Cum Laude graduates: Kathryn Broeking, Josephine Lohmann, Savannah Young, Jake Cissell, Gwynivere Newbrough, Sofia Buerck, Aaron Weber, Maria Mattingly-Hernandez and Wyatt Schremp. Broeking and…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Authorities are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Friday afternoon near the 1500-block of Whitener. Deandra Leeann Patterson, 27, of Cape Girardeau, has been identified as the suspect. Patterson faces charges including second-degree murder, armed criminal action and unlawful possession of a firearm. Patterson is being held on a $1 million cash-only bond. According to…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Authorities are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Friday afternoon, May 9, in the area of Whitener and Louisiana streets. According to authorities, one person died, and another was injured in the shooting. The Major Case Squad has been activated to assist in the investigation. Authorities say, one victim arrived at the hospital on their…
MISSOURI (KBSI) – The Missouri State Highway Patrol is introducing “ghost graphics” on some of its patrol vehicles, featuring low-visibility markings that blend in during the day but reflect at night. The stealth vehicles are designed to help officers monitor aggressive and dangerous driving more effectively. The department reminds motorists to drive safely, even when they think no one is…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Local businesses and organizations came together to make Teacher Appreciation Week special for area educators. The ND Home & School Association delivered treats to classrooms, while First State Community Bank provided cookies. Rhodes 101 Stops supplied faculty members with coupons for free breakfast. A faculty scavenger hunt was also held, with the winners receiving theme…
MAYFIELD, Ky., (KBSI) — Authorities in Calloway County have served multiple indictments stemming from a grand jury presentation on April 18, 2025. The indictments involve various charges, including trafficking in controlled substances and possession of drug paraphernalia. The following individuals have been taken into custody: Franklin D. McKinney, 54, Dexter, Ky. Jennifer Mills, 46, Dexter, Ky. Adam Dugger, 31, Murray,…
MURRAY, Ky., (KBSI) — Latasha N. Shankle, 41, of Murray, was arrested Thursday by deputies on an indictment warrant issued by the March grand jury. Shankle was taken to the Calloway County Detention Center and faces charges including trafficking in a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. Categories: News Tags: Kentucky, Murray
POPLAR BLUFF, Mo., (KBSI) — A certified therapy dog is bringing smiles and comfort to patients at the John J. Pershing VA Medical Center. Bocce, a 4-year-old Labrador retriever, visits the hospital’s Community Living Center unit weekly, providing affection and social interaction to residents. The therapy dog program, which began about two years ago, has become a highlight of the…