POPLAR BLUFF, Mo., (KBSI) — Cleanup efforts are underway in Poplar Bluff, with crews working to remove trees and debris from the area. Those in need of assistance are encouraged to reach out for help. Crews will work until dark and resume efforts tomorrow. Photos sourced: (Hope International/Facebook) Categories: News Tags: Missouri, Poplar Bluff, tornado
MARION, Ill., (KBSI) — The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office conducted an inmate work detail along Illinois Route 13 east of Marion on Tuesday, collecting hundreds of pounds of trash. The detail, which began in December, has collected over 4,300 pounds of trash along county roadways. Non-violent offenders who have committed low-level offenses are eligible to participate in the work detail,…
PADUCAH, Ky., (KBSI) — Two New York residents were arrested Sunday after a stolen license plate alert led Paducah Police to a stolen Jeep. Joseph D. Horton, 45, and Rebecca L. Boyer, 46, both of New Berlin, New York, face multiple charges, including receiving stolen property over and under $10,000, possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, and…
WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Ill., (KBSI) — A traffic stop in Herrin led to the arrest of two individuals, including the driver’s girlfriend, who allegedly obstructed deputies. Deputies with the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop at 9:56 p.m. March 9 near the intersection of West Oak Street and South 27th Street after observing a vehicle operating without registration. The…
POPLAR BLUFF, Mo., (KBSI) — Firefighters responded to a structure fire early today after severe storms swept through the area, bringing heavy rain, strong winds and reports of tornadoes. The blaze, which was reported in the early morning hours, drew a swift response from the Poplar Bluff Fire Department’s “A” Shift, who worked to contain and extinguish the flames. The…
BOLLINGER COUNTY, Mo. (KBSI) – Bollinger County Sheriff Casey Graham says his heart goes out to Bollinger County residents who are picking up the pieces today, after severe storms hit the Bollinger County area on Friday night, March 14, 2025. Sheriff Graham states in a Facebook post “I am proud of the emergency crews who worked with the Bollinger County…
BELL CITY, Mo. (KBSI) – Bell City Fire and Rescue responds to transformer fire. According to their Facebook page crews responded to an electrical transformer fire around 12:48 am farther out in the county on March 15, 2025. Sheriff’s deputies found other electrical lines and utility poles down along with the transformer fire. Rescue crew 1 responded and due to…
POPLAR BLUFF, Mo., (KBSI) — Aerial footage captured by SEMO Drone Service LLC reveals the devastating impact of last night’s storm, which tore through Poplar Bluff and left a trail of destruction in its wake. The footage, taken from a drone flying overhead, shows widespread damage to homes, businesses and infrastructure. Roofs were ripped off buildings, trees were uprooted…
JACKSON, Mo., (KBSI) — A severe weather event early Friday morning caused significant damage to the city’s electrical infrastructure, resulting in a widespread power outage on the west side of town. At approximately 12:45 a.m., strong straight-line winds sheared off two electrical poles along East Jackson Boulevard, severing a major transmission line and Distribution Circuit #17. City electric crews responded…
VIENNA, Ill., (KBSI) — A likely tornado overnight destroyed multiple mobile homes and buildings in Johnson County, flipping and sweeping them off their foundations. Aerial footage captured by WFCN’s drone showed the devastation in areas north of Vienna, near the intersection of U.S. 45 and I-24. No injuries have been confirmed, but the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office is continuing survey…
MINER, Mo., (KBSI) — Emergency crews are responding to a structure fire at the Travel Inn in Miner. The Miner Fire Department, Miner Police Department and Sikeston Department of Public Safety are on the scene, working to contain the blaze. Motorists are advised to avoid the area of Matthews Lane to allow firefighters to work safely. Categories: News Tags: fire,…
WEST FRANKFORT, Ill., (KBSI) — A traffic stop in West Frankfort led to the arrest of three individuals on methamphetamine-related charges. On March 13, officers from the West Frankfort Police Department conducted a traffic stop at approximately 11:30 p.m. Franklin County Sheriff’s Office K9 Vader was requested to respond to the scene for a free air sniff around the vehicle….
MURRAY, Ky., (KBSI) — A traffic stop in Murray led to the seizure of approximately 6.5 ounces of methamphetamine and the arrest of two individuals. On March 12, 2025, the Calloway County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Division, assisted by the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office, conducted a traffic stop on S. 12th Street. A K9 unit was deployed, and the driver, Morgen…
FULTON COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — A multi-agency investigation has led to the arrest of Tyler Wilson, a Hickman, Kentucky resident, on various charges including possession of counterfeit pills and firearms. The investigation, conducted by the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office, Hickman Police Department, ATF, Homeland Security Investigations, US Postal Inspection Service, and DEA, began several months ago. On March 11, 2025,…
MT. VERNON, Mo., (KBSI) — A joint operation by the Mt. Vernon Police Department and Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office High Risk Team served three search warrants on Wednesday. The warrants were executed in the 1100 block of South 12th Street, 1000 block of Gilbert Street and 400 block of Short Street, as part of separate investigations by the Mt. Vernon…
WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Ill., (KBSI) — A traffic stop led to the arrest of three individuals and the recovery of two stolen vehicles in Williamson County. On March 12, 2025, deputies from the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office located a stolen Dodge Ram pickup truck at Huck’s convenience store. The vehicle was previously reported stolen from Nashville, Illinois. A felony stop was…
GORDONVILLE, Mo., (KBSI) – Many area fire departments are completing fire training and gearing up for those summer months as they say we often see more fire incidences throughout the summer. Michael Gentry is the fire chief of the Gordonville Fire Protection District. He says they complete training to help them prepare for different fire scenarios. Gordonville Fire Protection District members…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — The Jackson High School Concert Choir and Women’s Choir earned top honors at the MSHSAA State Large Ensemble Festival and Performance Assessment, held Thursday at Southeast Missouri State University’s River Campus. Both choirs received an Exemplary Rating, the highest rating possible, from a panel of performance judges and a sight-reading judge. The rating is based…
PADUCAH, Ky., (KBSI) — A Paducah man was arrested Tuesday after a traffic stop yielded a large quantity of illegal narcotics. Devin S. Holmes, 28, was taken into custody on charges including trafficking in controlled substances, tampering with physical evidence and violating a city ordinance. Police said detectives observed Holmes’ vehicle driving erratically near North 25th Street. As they attempted…
PERRYVILLE, Mo., (KBSI)- A sea of cheering fans lined the streets of Perryville on Thursday as the Lady Indians departed for Columbia, bound for their historic Final Four appearance. At 11 a.m., a send-off ceremony was held at Rosati Court, kicking off a festive procession. The team rode in style aboard a decorated St. Vincent De Paul school bus, escorted…
NEW MADRID COUNTY, Mo., (KBSI) – A 52-year-old Missouri man, William J. Clark, has been charged with forgery and violating the state’s Stolen Valor Act after falsely claiming to be a decorated war hero. On March 1, a New Madrid County deputy responded to a report of possible forgery at the Lilbourn VFW Post 7183. Officials at the post provided…
PADUCAH, Ky., (KBSI) – A recent Deckhand orientation showcased the effectiveness of a maritime training program, which simulates real vessel conditions to build confidence and preparedness. Trainees practiced using a new confined space hatch and ladder, gaining hands-on experience in navigating tight spaces. The training pad’s continuous upgrades support the program’s goal of ensuring mariners are fully equipped to handle…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) – Renovations at West Park Mall have uncovered a nostalgic gem: the old Eddie Bauer logo, hidden beneath the floor. These photos come to us from Nick Martin of Pilot Construction Solutions. The discovery was made while installing new flooring for the mall’s ULTA location. Progress photos of the Michaels and PetSmart renovations were also released….
LED BETTER, Ky., (KBSI) — A traffic stop in Ledbetter on Monday led to the arrest of a Mayfield man on multiple charges, including drug trafficking. Wesley Aldridge, 44, was pulled over by a Livingston County Sheriff’s deputy at the intersection of US-60 West and Blankenship Road at approximately 3 p.m. After conducting Standardized Field Sobriety Tests, Aldridge was arrested…