POPLAR BLUFF, Mo., (KBSI) — Rock musician Ted Nugent is scheduled to perform in Poplar Bluff later this spring as part of Sawyer Smith’s Justice Jam. The concert is set for 7 p.m. May 22 at the Black River Coliseum. Organizers say the event will feature Nugent’s live performance along with appearances connected to Sawyer Smith’s Justice Jam. Tickets go…
BENTON, Ill., (KBSI) — A Franklin County jury has convicted a Sesser man on multiple sexual assault charges following a three-day trial, according to Franklin County State’s Attorney Abby Dinn. Darrell Pool, 54, was found guilty Thursday of two counts of predatory criminal sexual assault of a child and two counts of aggravated criminal sexual abuse. Prosecutors said the case…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — A Cape Girardeau woman was arrested Thursday evening after allegedly crashing into a building and another vehicle while attempting to leave the scene of a trespassing call, according to the Cape Girardeau Police Department. Officers were dispatched at about 6:30 p.m. March 5 to the 500 block of Broadway in reference to a trespassing complaint….
JACKSON, Mo., (KBSI) — Jackson Fire Rescue is asking residents to help identify restaurants that remain open during the ongoing natural gas outage affecting the city. Officials said the outage has placed a strain on many local restaurants and businesses, with some locations temporarily closing or operating with limited service. To help residents stay informed, the department is encouraging community…
MT. VERNON, Ill., (KBSI) — Families with children who may have bone, muscle or joint conditions are invited to attend a complimentary pediatric orthopedic screening clinic later this month in Mt. Vernon. The screening clinic, hosted by Mount Vernon Lodge No. 31, will take place from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. March 28 at the lodge, located at 124 N….
CARBONDALE, Ill. (KBSI) — The Carbondale City Council has voted to name the permanent stage at the city’s new downtown events venue the Robbie Stokes Memorial Stage, honoring the late musician and sound engineer who helped shape the local music community. The venue itself will be known as the New Era Events Plaza and is located at 200 S. Washington…
MT. VERNON, Ill., (KBSI) — The Jefferson Fire Protection District #1 is proposing to build a new Station 1 northeast of its current location in Mt. Vernon, according to district officials. The proposed station would be located at the corner of Ninth Street and Wescott Street, near a laundromat on 10th Street. The district purchased the property last year. Officials…
JACKSON, Mo., (KBSI) — The Jackson R-2 School District said classes and services continued as scheduled despite a natural gas outage affecting customers in Jackson, Fruitland and Gordonville, including several school buildings. District officials said school nutrition teams responded quickly to ensure meals could still be served to students across the district. Two school buildings operate fully on electric systems…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — The American Red Cross is reminding residents to test their smoke alarms as they set their clocks forward for daylight saving time this weekend. Daylight saving time begins Sunday, March 8. The Red Cross encourages households to check smoke alarms and replace batteries if needed to ensure the devices are working properly. “Working smoke alarms…
CALLOWAY COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — Deputies with the Calloway County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Murray man early Thursday after a traffic stop revealed he was driving a stolen vehicle. At about 6 a.m. March 5, deputies stopped a vehicle on South 12th Street in Murray. The driver, identified as Aaron R. Wilkinson, 52, of Murray, was found to be operating…
BENTON, Ill. (KBSI) – Authorities say what began as a gunfire call quickly turned into a deadly fire investigation. One neighbor says a bullet went straight through her front door. “I was sitting on my love seat watching TV with my son here, and we heard this loud explosion is what it sounded like and I was just kind of stunned,…
CARBONDALE, Ill., (KBSI) — A Carbondale man was arrested after police responded to a report of gunfire early Wednesday morning, authorities said. Officers with the Carbondale Police Department responded about 3:18 a.m. March 4 to the 700 block of South Lewis Lane after receiving reports of shots fired. Police said the suspect had fled the area in a vehicle before…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) — The Gateway Down Syndrome Association’s Southeast Missouri Chapter will host a fashion show later this month to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day and promote inclusion in the community. The event, called DSA Runway, is scheduled for March 21 from 6 to 8 p.m. at ROOST in Cape Girardeau. The fashion show will feature models with…
BOONE COUNTY, Mo. (KBSI) — Firefighters with the Boone County Fire Protection District responded early Thursday morning to a residential structure fire on Snead Drive. Crews were dispatched at 6:44 a.m. and arrived within four minutes to find a split-level, two-story home with heavy fire and smoke visible. Firefighters deployed multiple hose lines and entered the home through both the…
Most of Friday is going to be dry and very mild. Highs will be in the upper 70s with a couple of us getting to around 80 degrees. Record highs are possible! Record highs for Friday: Paducah: 77 (1994) Cape Girardeau: 77 (1994) Poplar Bluff: 81 (1956) Carbondale: 77 (2009) Late Friday night into early Saturday, storms are possible. Below…
ELDORADO, Ill. (KBSI) — One person is in custody after authorities executed a search warrant in a child sexual abuse material investigation in rural Saline County, officials said. The Saline County Sheriff’s Office said the warrant was carried out in a joint operation with the Illinois Attorney General’s Office, Illinois Attorney General Police and the Illinois Law Enforcement Alarm System/Southern…
WEST PADUCAH, Ky. (KBSI) — Barkley Regional Airport is encouraging residents and businesses across the Purchase Region to support local air service through a new initiative called the Fly Barkley Pledge. The program asks travelers to consider using Barkley Regional Airport first when planning trips. Airport officials said the initiative is intended to demonstrate measurable community support as the airport…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) — The Cape Girardeau Area Chamber of Commerce will host a mayoral debate Friday featuring candidates Stacy Kinder and Robbie Guard. The debate will take place during the chamber’s First Friday Coffee event at the Century Casino Event Center. Doors will open at 7 a.m., with the program scheduled to begin at 7:40 a.m. Attendees will…
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ill. (KBSI) — The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about an online rental scam circulating in the area. Authorities said scammers are posting fake rental listings online and using stolen photos from real estate websites to make the properties appear legitimate. Victims are then asked to send deposits or fees before seeing the property. Local real…
JACKSON, Mo. (KBSI) — Liberty Utilities crews are responding to a natural gas outage affecting customers in Jackson, Fruitland and Gordonville, Missouri. Company officials said the main pipeline serving the communities was shut down early Thursday to allow crews to assess the situation and begin repairs. The utility said the system remains safe and there is no threat to the…
JACKSON, Mo. (KBSI) — Staff at Jackson Veterinary Clinic recently assisted in delivering a healthy calf after a difficult birth that required teamwork and physical effort. Dr. Fluegge, veterinary technician Laura and intern Emilee worked together to help deliver the calf, according to the clinic. Clinic staff said both the mother and calf are doing well following the delivery. Categories:…
CAPE GIRARDEAU COUNTY, Mo. (KBSI) — The Cape Girardeau County Sheriff’s Office has relocated concealed carry permit and sex offender registry services due to ongoing construction. Officials said the services are now being handled in the lobby of the new jail, known as Building B. To reduce wait times, the sheriff’s office is asking residents to schedule appointments in advance…
ST. LOUIS, Mo., (KBSI) — The Missouri State Highway Patrol released critical incident video related to a recent encounter involving troopers and a woman identified as Delisha Evans. In a statement accompanying the video, the patrol said the situation highlights the importance of training, preparation and discipline among law enforcement officers during high-stress incidents. A woman found dead after a…
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KBSI) — Missouri’s Operation Relentless Pursuit team cleared dozens of felony warrants last week while arresting multiple suspects wanted for serious crimes, according to the Missouri Department of Public Safety. Officials said the number of felony warrants cleared by the task force often exceeds the number of arrests because many suspects are wanted for multiple offenses. Last…