CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI)- National Telecommunicators Week is an opportunity to recognize and honor the hard work and dedication to those who serve as the vital link between the public and emergency services. Each Cape Girardeau Police Department 911 Communicator plays a crucial role in emergency response by fielding calls, dispatching your police and fire personnel, and providing a calm…
CARBONDALE, Ill., (KBSI)- Chief Reno with the Carbondale Police Department introduced five new Carbondale Police Officers. Rhakeem Thomas, Brandon Lewis, Pierce Heizer, Kendall Adermann, and Braden Ingle. They will be starting the police academy on April 22nd. In a statement Carbondale police say, “Their swearing in today will be a proud moment for them, and they are ready to start…
SIKESTON, Mo. (KBSI) – Three people were injured and two were arrested after several gunshots were heard when officers cleared a large crowd late Saturday night in Sikeston. Sikeston Department of Public Safety officers saw a large crowd in the area of Branum and Lora in Sikeston on April 13 around 11 p.m. Officers began to clear the large gathering…
ZEIGLER, Ill. (KBSI) – The State Fire Marshal has been called to investigate after Zeigler firefighters put out a fire at a vacant home. Firefighters were called to a fire at 802 Maple Street on Friday, April 12 at 11:47 p.m. The first arriving firefighters reported a fire on the back rear corner, near a basement door. The fire was…
CAPE GIRARDEAU Mo. (KBSI) – The Mother Earth Wholistic Fair was presented to the public and free to all visitors on April 13. With over 30 vendors, each station offered a multitude of products; jewelry, acupuncture, herbal medicine, essential oils, and card readings. The Free Will donations this year benefited pets of various shelters. Categories: News Tags: A.C. Brase Arena,…
BENTON Mo. (KBSI) – A remembrance was held at the St. Denis Parish Center to honor Cheryl Anne Scherer, who disappeared on April 17 1979 from a Rhodes gas station in Scott City. The vigil consisted of reminiscing, prayers and fellowship with family, friends, and classmates for the 45th anniversary of her disappearance. Cheryl’s sister Diane Scherer-Morris says her heart…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – Two buddies are on their way to one of the world’s most prestigious road races. Doug and Willie are partners through My Team Triumph. An organization that pairs what they call ‘angels with captains’ angels are everyday people who volunteer to participate in physical activities with captains which are adults with special abilities and give…
MISSOURI (KBSI) – Several states still utilize the death penalty and Missouri’s one of them. Brian Dorsey’s the first prisoner to receive death by lethal injection this year in Missouri. A man facing the death penalty for brutally shooting and killing his cousin and her husband as they slept in their beds in 2006. The reason…prosecutors say was to get money for…
Mostly sunny to partly cloudy skies can be expected through the weekend with temperatures well above average. The next rain chance comes our way on Tuesday. 80s, 80s, and more 80s! Highs this time of year should be closer to 70, but we’re going to be way above that for a while. We start the weekend in the 40s, but…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – He is Cape Girardeau’s top cop, Chief of Police Wes Blair. In a one-on-one interview you will only see FOX23 News, he opens up about keeping the city safe, new programs at the police department and his favorite subject – being a dad. He is nearly a 30-year veteran of law enforcement who took over…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo (KBSI) – The Cape Central Junior High School held a health and wellness fair today for their students featuring Southeast Missouri State University’s nursing and dietetics majors. The physical education program held this event for the second year in row, last year it took place at the Cape Central Middle School. The school’s physical education teacher, Darren…
JACKSON, Mo. (KBSI) – Several people attended the Jackson Women’s Impact Network luncheon Thursday. It was put on by the Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce. It was held at the Hubble Creek Venue. Meghan King served as the guest speaker. She is best known for her role on the Real Housewives of Orange County. Women enjoyed shopping, lunch and networking. Categories:…
We’re looking at a quiet and warm end to the week and weekend. Storms start to become possible the first half of the week, but it remains very warm. Temperatures will be very close to normal on Friday with lots of sunshine. It is going to be a little windy, though. Wind gusts in excess of 30 mph are possible….
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo (KBSI) – For the first time in over two centuries, two specific broods of periodical cicadas will emerge simultaneously. According to the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC), Brood 19, or the Great Southern Brood of cicadas will be emerging soon, with some reports that they are already emerging. The cicadas will be singing in large numbers this…
SCOTT CITY, Mo. (KBSI) – April 17 marks the 45th anniversary of the disappearance of Cheryl Anne Scherer. The 19 year old vanished from the Scott City gas station where she worked on Tuesday, April 17, 1979. It happened just before noon that day. She had been employed at the Rhodes pump on Main Street for over a year and…
GORDONVILLE, Mo. (KBSI) – Jackson R-2 School District leaders sent a letter to parents of Millersville and Gordonville elementary schools that the schools will close. “With this closure, there will be no staff fired, ok. So, all staff will retain their jobs, but all staff will be in a different position,” according to Superintendent Dr. Scott Smith. Katie Schaal is…
Scattered showers and storms are likely on and off through at least the first half of Thursday. Then we dry out through the weekend, but another storm chance is headed our way early next week. Moderate to heavy rain is likely through Thursday. 1-3″ of rain is possible in some spots! Temperatures will be a little cooler than average, but…
PADUCAH, Ky. (KBSI) – McCracken County Emergency Management reports police agencies have responded to several crashes along Interstate 24 eastbound through the Paducah area. Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 1 received reports of what appeared to be a fuel spill that ran along I-24 from the 1 mile marker to the 16 mile marker and possibly beyond. This created hazardous driving…
FULTON Ky. (KBSI) – A Kentucky widow is fighting for what she believes is rightfully hers. Denise Rowels says her late husband was a veteran, and here in the aftermath if his death, the Veterans Affairs Department, she says, refuses to pay her benefits, including his pension. Denise Rowels says it’s hard not to get emotional as she shares her…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – According to a recent study by the Missouri Department of Transportation Missouri ranks 9th out of 50 for most DUI arrests. Impaired driving accounts for 21% percent of traffic fatalities in Missouri. Cape Girardeau publics information’s officer Bobby Newton says they do see a lot of arrests related to drunk driving. “So, we do see…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – The Cape Central Tigers celebrated the solar eclipse with a lot of fun activities Monday. Some young minds at Central Middle School now say the eclipse has them thinking about their future careers. “Yes, actually my dream job is to work at NASA,” said 5th grader Claire Boyer. Fifth grade students from Cape Central Middle…
Paducah, Ky. (KBSI) – Parts of 15 different states were in the path of totality of the today, Monday April 8, 2024. The X marks the spot viewing festival in Paducah, Kentucky thousands of people experienced total totality, it was almost like the whole city went completely quiet for a minute. It was pretty cool alot of the other affects from the…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – Notre Dame Regional High School will transition to the president/principal model. It takes effect on July 1. This model allows for a president to focus on the financial management and advancement of the institution, while the principal handles the day-to-day operations of the school and provides academic leadership. About the Model In today’s world, Catholic…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – Downtown Cape Girardeau saw an influx of tourists to the area for the solar eclipse on Monday. Liz Haynes is the executive director of Old Town Cape. She says a lot of the hotels and Air B&B are booked. One downtown business owner says he has had as much revenue and foot traffic in one…