Showers and thunderstorms look to highlight the start of the Easter weekend. Good news is for those with outdoor plans on Sunday, as clear skies look to make a return to the Heartland. Chances for showers and thunderstorms are expected to increase through the overnight hours and will continue into the day on Saturday. Above is the latest run of…
MARSHALL COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — Community members and local agencies gathered to mark Child Abuse Prevention Month with a pinwheel display outside the judicial building. The event included participation from CASA, Lotus, the Department for Community Based Services, law enforcement, the judicial system and community members. Officials said the display is intended to raise awareness and show support for victims…
VIENNA, Ill., (KBSI) – Three students from Vienna High School have been selected to participate in the Illinois 4-H “Speaking for Illinois” program, a leadership and civic engagement experience held in Springfield. Juniors Madaline Bergmann and Grace Laubscher, along with sophomore Olivia Quertermous, will represent the region as part of the program, which brings together student leaders from across the…
PADUCAH, Ky., (KBSI) — Residents will have the opportunity to dispose of household waste during the annual City-County Spring Clean Up Day on April 18. The free event will run from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Republic Services transfer station, 829 Burnett St. Residents must bring identification to verify they live in Paducah or McCracken County. Those in…
PERRYVILLE, Mo., (KBSI) — Ritter Real Estate marked the opening of its new location in Perryville with a ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the Perryville Area Chamber of Commerce. The business also served as the chamber’s April Business After Hours host. The new office is located at 8 W. Saint Marie St. Officials encouraged the public to stop by and visit…
MARSHALL COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — Deputies are responding to a crash involving a school bus Thursday morning in Marshall County. The crash happened at U.S. 68 East and Baker Road, according to the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office. Officials said no students were injured, and the driver of the other vehicle was also unharmed. Categories: News Tags: Kentucky, Marshall County
MARION, Ill., (KBSI) — An Easter egg hunt and bike giveaway is set for Saturday, April 4 at the Oasis inside the Marion mall. Doors open at 10 a.m., with the egg hunt beginning at 11 a.m. Organizers said the event will feature age-group hunts for children 1–4, 5–8 and 9–12, along with prizes ranging from Easter baskets to a…
MASSAC COUNTY, Ill., (KBSI) — A new effort is encouraging Southern Illinois residents to weigh in on the future of the Joppa Power Plant as state regulators review options for the site. The campaign, backed by Renew Illinois Power, is urging the public to submit comments to the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency as it considers closure and redevelopment plans. The…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — An Easter-themed community event is planned this weekend at the Cape Girardeau Police Department substation. The event will take place Saturday, April 4, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 629 Good Hope St. Organizers said the event will include an egg scavenger hunt, food, music and activities for children, including games, a bounce house,…
PADUCAH, Ky., (KBSI) — McCracken County Public Schools has named Amanda Turner as the new assistant principal at Heath Middle School. Turner brings 24 years of experience in Kentucky public education and currently serves as principal of the Freshman Academy at McCracken County High School, where she has worked to support students transitioning into high school. She will join incoming…
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo., (KBSI) — The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services has filed proposed rules to establish marijuana research facilities in the state. The Division of Cannabis Regulation submitted the rules, which outline licensing requirements, permitted activities and the application process for marijuana research licenses. Officials said draft rules were previously posted online to gather feedback from stakeholders…
SALINE COUNTY, Ill., (KBSI) — A wanted man from Washington state was arrested early Thursday in Saline County, according to the sheriff’s office. Deputy Brayden Johnson located John D. Wurdemann, of Tonasket, Washington, in a rural area east of Harrisburg after receiving information about his whereabouts. Authorities said Harrisburg police assisted in the arrest, and Wurdemann was taken into custody…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Lutheran Family and Children’s Services has received a $10,000 grant to help improve housing conditions for families in Southeast Missouri. The funding, provided by the Procter & Gamble Fund of the Greater Cincinnati Foundation, will support efforts to address health and safety needs for families enrolled in LFCS’ Parenting Program. Officials said the grant will…
JACKSON COUNTY, Ill., (KBSI) — A man has been arrested following a shooting Thursday night in Jackson County, according to the sheriff’s office. Deputies responded around 9 p.m. April 2 to a report of a disturbance involving a shooting of a 46-year-old man. During the investigation, deputies identified and located a suspect, James Wright, 76, who was taken into custody….
STURGIS, Ky., (KBSI) — Kentucky State Police are investigating an officer-involved shooting that left one man dead and a deputy critically injured. The shooting happened around 5 p.m. April 2 at a home on KY-365 in Sturgis. Officers with the Crittenden County Sheriff’s Office and Kentucky Department of Community Based Services were serving emergency guardianship paperwork when gunfire was exchanged…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — The firefighters union representing Cape Girardeau firefighters has filed a lawsuit against the city following years of contract negotiations. IAFF Local 1084 announced the lawsuit Thursday, alleging the city failed to bargain in good faith during more than four years of negotiations. Union officials claim the city-imposed changes to overtime, pay, shift trades and working…
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Ill., (KBSI) — A crash involving a tractor-trailer has shut down northbound lanes of Interstate 57, according to the Benton Fire Department. Crews responded to the single-vehicle crash and worked to contain leaking materials to prevent them from entering nearby waterways. Officials said all northbound lanes of I-57 are blocked, with traffic being rerouted onto Illinois Route 37…
Warm days will continue to stick around for a little while longer, but storm chances are out there, too. Highs on Friday will once again be well above average. Lots of 80s by mid afternoon! The wind will stick around, too. It won’t be as windy as it was Thursday, but still windy. Most of the severe weather will be…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) Route N in Stoddard County will be closed as Missouri Department of Transportation crews replace a culvert under the roadway. This section of roadway is located from Route E to County Road 536 near Circle City, Missouri. Weather permitting, work will take place Monday, April 6 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Route AD in Stoddard County will be reduced as Missouri Department of Transportation crews perform signage work. This section of roadway is located from Business 60 to Stone Brook Drive in Dexter, Missouri. Weather permitting, work will take place Tuesday, April 7 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Benton’s…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – Cape County voters will soon decide whether to pay more for emergency services as a proposed 911 fee will be seen on Cape County’s upcoming ballot. The Cape County Commission and 911 Advisory Board have placed a 911 subscriber fee proposal on April 7th ballots. Michael Gentry is the chief of the Gordonville Fire Protection District he…
SIKESTON, Mo., (KBSI) — A water main break is affecting several neighborhoods in Sikeston and prompting a precautionary boil advisory. According to the Sikeston Board of Municipal Utilities, crews responded Thursday afternoon to a break on the south end of Allen Boulevard. The road is closed to through traffic at Cresap Street. Officials said water service has been impacted for…
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ill., (KBSI) — Multiple people have been arrested following a burglary investigation involving stolen firearms in Jefferson County, according to the sheriff’s office. The investigation stems from a March 27 burglary at Shroyer’s Tire in Woodlawn, where cash, firearms, ammunition and electronics were reported stolen. On March 31, deputies arrested Travis Brock, 29, of Mount Vernon, on burglary…
CALLOWAY COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — Two inmates at the Calloway County Jail have earned their GEDs, according to jail officials. Christopher Clemons and Misty Tubbs completed the program with support from jail staff and Kentucky Adult Education instructors. Officials said earning a GED while incarcerated requires discipline and commitment and can help individuals build better opportunities after release. Through the…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — The Cape Girardeau Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying a person of interest. Police shared a photo of the individual and are asking anyone who recognizes them to contact Corporal Couch at 573-335-6621, extension 1243, or by email at rcouch@cityofcape.org. Anonymous tips can also be submitted by texting “CAPEPD” to 847411…