METROPOLIS, Ill., (KBSI) — The City of Metropolis will host a homecoming celebration Sunday, Feb. 15, to honor Miss Cosmo International Yolina Lindquist. The afternoon of events will begin at Harrah’s Metropolis, where Lindquist is scheduled to arrive for a welcome meet-up and photo opportunity at 1 p.m. A sightseeing tour is planned to follow at approximately 1:20 p.m., with…
JACKSON, Mo., (KBSI) — Students in the Jackson R-II School District staged a walkout Thursday morning in protest of Immigration and Customs Enforcement and later gathered at the Jackson Courthouse. Organizers say the demonstration was student-led and planned in just four days. The Jackson School District confirms the walkout was not district affiliated. Around 7:50 a.m., students marched peacefully out…
CARUTHERSVILLE, Mo., (KBSI) — A Malden man has been sentenced on five felony convictions, including aggravated fleeing and stealing, according to Dunklin County Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Ryan Dicus. James Clopton, 36, was sentenced Feb. 9 by Judge Joshua Underwood following a jury trial held Nov. 13, 2025. Clopton received seven years in the Missouri Department of Corrections on each of…
GREENFIELD, Tenn., (KBSI) — Greenfield School has been named one of the top five “Bright Spot” schools in Tennessee for outperforming expectations in third grade reading, according to a national analysis published by The 74. The report identifies schools where students achieve reading proficiency at rates significantly higher than predicted based on poverty levels. The analysis compares state reading assessment…
DEXTER, Mo., (KBSI) — Three people, including two children, died in an early morning house fire in Dexter, according to the Dexter Fire Department. Fire crews responded at 1:58 a.m. to a structure fire at 317 Truitt St. The home was fully involved upon arrival, and crews remained on scene until about 7:30 a.m., Fire Chief Don Seymour said. Thirteen…
CHESTER, Ill., (KBSI) — Chester Grade School is thanking local law enforcement agencies for their participation in the school’s Ballers vs. Badges Dodgeball Day held Friday. Officials said members of the Chester Police Department, Randolph County Sheriff’s Office and deputies, Illinois State Police, and conservation officers attended the event and took part in physical education classes with students. School officials…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — A man was arrested Sunday night after allegedly brandishing a firearm, threatening a woman and damaging property during a dispute, according to a probable cause statement filed in Cape Girardeau County. Police said officers were dispatched at about 8:42 p.m. Feb. 8 to the 200 block of William Street for a report of a man…
CARBONDALE, Ill., (KBSI) — The City of Carbondale is hosting a citywide food drive throughout February to support local food pantries and soup kitchens, officials announced. The “Share the Love, City-Wide Food Drive” runs from Feb. 9 through Feb. 28 and benefits The Good Samaritan House Food Pantry, Bethel AME Feed My Sheep Soup Kitchen and the SIU Food Pantry….
LYON COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — A Kuttawa woman was arrested early Saturday after deputies found her in possession of a handgun following a trespassing complaint, according to the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office. Deputy Josh Travis detained Amanda K. Overbaugh, also known as Amanda Rowlands, 36, at about 2:20 a.m. Feb. 7 along Kentucky 1055 near a campground. Deputies were responding…
Kristie Giompoletti-Shamoun Kristie Giompoletti-Shamoun serves as general manager of KBSI FOX23 and MyNetworkTV affiliate WDKA, overseeing operations for the Paducah–Cape Girardeau–Harrisburg designated market area. She brings more than two decades of experience in the broadcast industry, with an extensive background in station leadership and sales management. Prior to joining KBSI/WDKA, Giompoletti-Shamoun held senior sales leadership roles at stations in Arkansas…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — The Cape Girardeau Fire Department responded to a residential fire Dec. 20, 2025, in the 1100 block of Meriwether Street after reports that two homes were fully involved and occupants might be trapped. While crews were en route, dispatch advised that residents could still be inside the structures. Firefighters reported seeing a large column of…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Missouri sports betting is facing its biggest test yet with the Super Bowl. This year’s Super Bowl marks the first time Missourians can legally place wagers on the game. Lyle Randolph, president and general manager of Century Casino Cape Girardeau, said preparations are underway for what is expected to be a major day for sports…
Sasha Moore Sasha Moore joined KBSI in 2022 and serves as the station’s Digital Content Manager. A Perryville native and graduate of Mineral Area College, Moore brings a background in multimedia journalism to her role overseeing FOX23’s website and social media platforms. Moore works closely with the news team to ensure digital coverage is accurate, timely and engaging for the…
BOWLING GREEN, Ky., (KBSI) — Kentucky State Police Post 1 detectives have made an arrest following a Marshall County grand jury indictment connected to the 2024 murder of Jesse Moore. State police said Haley Nelson, 39, of Bowling Green, was identified as a suspect through the investigation. The case was presented to the Marshall County Grand Jury on Thursday, Feb….
Meg West Born and raised in Southern California, Meg West’s dream of becoming a TV anchor started early-filming’ talk shows” in her living room while her friends played outside. After earning a degree in Broadcast Journalism from CSU Fullerton, Meg’s career took her from mission work in Kenya to hosting a dental news program and on-air radio at KWAVE. Now…
Rusty Dawkins Chief Meteorologist, Rusty Dawkins, graduated from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln with a bachelor’s degree in meteorology and climatology and took his first job in television in 2000. He has worked in several markets, including western Wisconsin, southeast Nebraska, and southeast Minnesota/northern Iowa. He is now the chief meteorologist for KBSI/WDKA and brings more than 20 years of on-air…
Houston Hall Houston Doyle Hall is a meteorologist and a May 2024 graduate of Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi, where he earned a degree in atmospheric science. During his studies, he served as an officer for the local American Meteorological Society chapter and gained practical experience as a student volunteer with the National Weather Service. Driven by a lifelong fascination with…
Dominic Ferraro Dominic spent much of his early childhood afraid of storms, but that fear soon turned into a fascination with the weather. He has lived in Lincoln for most of his life and has been a Huskers fan since birth. Dominic originally planned to pursue a career in forecasting with the National Weather Service, but he changed direction after…
McKenzie Johnson McKenzie “Z” Johnson is a weekend anchor with KBSI FOX23. She joined the station as an intern in January 2022 and was hired as a full-time multimedia journalist later that year. Johnson was promoted to weekend anchor in July 2023. Originally from Hebron, Nebraska, Johnson grew up with her parents and four younger siblings and values staying close…
Shelby Brown KBSI multimedia journalist Shelby Brown is dedicated to telling the stories of the heartland. Originally from Zalma, Missouri, Shelby’s roots on a family farm inspired her early interest in writing and community storytelling. She is currently a student at Southeast Missouri State University, specializing in multimedia journalism to further her professional impact. A resident of Scott City and…
Tallis Johnson Tallis Johnson is a multimedia journalist with KBSI FOX23 and a Jackson, Missouri, native. A University of Missouri graduate, she is passionate about community-focused storytelling and highlighting local voices across the region. Johnson’s love for journalism comes from connecting with people and sharing stories that matter. When she’s not reporting, she enjoys staying active, reading and spending time…
MARION, Ill., (KBSI) — Community partners announced plans Tuesday for Bulls, Boots & Bright Lights, a large-scale, family-friendly celebration marking 250 years of American independence, set for Thursday, July 2, 2026, at Mtn Dew Park. The event will kick off Independence Day weekend in celebration of the nation’s semi quincentennial and is designed to bring families and neighbors together for…
PERRYVILLE, Mo., (KBSI) — The Perryville High School Lady Pirates will celebrate the 40th anniversary of the program’s 1986 state championship team on Thursday, Feb. 12. Members of the 1986 championship team will be recognized following the Perryville High School girl’s junior varsity game against St. Vincent, scheduled for 5:30 p.m., at the Perry County Middle School gymnasium. The Lady…
POPLAR BLUFF, Mo., (KBSI) — Timothy Dale Gaebler has resigned from the PB R-1 School District Board of Education after moving outside district boundaries. In a statement posted Feb. 3, Gaebler said his family is building a home on their family farm in Broseley, which places them outside the school district. He said the move prompted his decision to step…