Temperatures to start the day on Sunday will be a few degrees warmer than average, with most of us in the 30s. Widespread fog is expected across the region early Monday morning, including here in Cape Girardeau. Temperatures should remain above freezing, but those heading into work could be dealing with reduced visibility. A Dense Fog Advisory is in place for…
BENTON, Mo., (KBSI) — The Scott County Sheriff’s Office continued excavation efforts Friday in connection with the 1979 disappearance of Cheryl Scherer. Investigators spent the day expanding the dig area at the identified site. Additional cadaver dog teams were brought in to search through excavated soil piles. Authorities said the dogs continued to alert in close proximity to the excavation…
SCOTT COUNTY, Mo. (KBSI) – A case ran cold is being relooked at today, as city officials have been out in Scott County near County Road 305, digging for the possible remains of Cheryl Ann Scherer. 19-year-old Cheryl Ann Scherer vanished from the Scott City Rhodes gas station on April 17th in 1979, her family and local investigators have been working together searching for the Scott County teen ever since. Scott County Sheriff Derick Wheetley shares why they are…
DEXTER, Mo., (KBSI)— Businesses in Dexter are organizing fundraisers to support a family affected by a deadly house fire that claimed three lives. Fitness Connection owner Sheena Barber said she was proud of how the community responded. “I’ve been very, very proud of our community. The very first day of the fire, there was even a vehicle donated to the…
CARBONDALE, Ill., (KBSI) — Several people were injured in a two-vehicle crash Thursday afternoon at the intersection of East Walnut Street and South Cedarview Street, according to the Carbondale Police Department. Officers responded to the scene at approximately 4:05 p.m. Feb. 12. Investigators determined that a passenger vehicle failed to yield the right-of-way to another vehicle. Multiple passengers were transported…
GRAVES COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — The Graves County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in identifying a suspect accused of attempting to pass counterfeit money Friday afternoon. Deputies said the incident occurred around 1 p.m. Feb. 13 at a business in Water Valley. Authorities said a white male suspect attempted to use counterfeit bills but fled the store after…
We have a pleasant Friday evening on tap with temperatures in the 40s and 50s to close out the work week. Low temperatures tonight will continue to be mild for mid-February across the Heartland. Cloud cover will build through the overnight hours in Cape Girardeau, with temperatures falling to the upper 30s. Showers move into the area on Saturday morning,…
GRAVES COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — A fugitive sought by the Graves County Sheriff’s Office has been apprehended, according to authorities. Shortly after issuing a news release Friday afternoon, the sheriff’s office reported that 55-year-old James P. Cheatham was taken into custody by the McCracken County Sheriff’s Office at approximately 2:33 p.m. Cheatham had been indicted by a Graves County grand…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Officers with the Cape Girardeau Police Department responded Friday afternoon to the 1000 block of Locust Street to assist another agency. Dispatchers advised that troopers with the Missouri State Highway Patrol were at the location attempting to serve an arrest warrant. During the encounter, troopers reported that a single shot was fired. A preliminary investigation indicates…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — The Cape Girardeau Police Department said its drone unit recently provided aerial surveillance during an operation, assisting officers with real-time information. According to the department, the drone helped officers adjust tactics and maintain public safety during the incident. Police officials said the use of drone technology enhances situational awareness and supports efforts to protect the…
INA, Ill., (KBSI) — The Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce joined Rend Lake College and the Rend Lake College Foundation on Feb. 11 to celebrate the grand opening of the new Banterra Bank Sports Complex. The renovation project was made possible through a partnership with Deaconess Illinois Crossroads and support from local donors. The remodeled facility includes updated locker rooms,…
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…
CARBONDALE, Ill., (KBSI) — The City of Carbondale Government announced that a water main replacement project in the Murdale Shopping Center area is scheduled to begin Wednesday, Feb. 18. The project will be completed by A&W Plumbing and is expected to take eight to 10 weeks. Work will begin west of North Emerald Lane, continue through the alley behind Murdale…
SCOTT COUNTY, Mo., (KBSI) — The Scott County Sheriff’s Office continues excavation efforts in connection with the 1979 disappearance of Cheryl Scherer. Investigators remain on scene at a site near County Road 305, also known as Bell’s Crossing, near Scott City, where a possible burial location was identified following renewed investigation into the decades-old case. Over the past year, authorities…
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo., (KBSI) — Gas prices in Missouri have increased slightly ahead of the holiday weekend but remain below levels seen a year ago, according to AAA Missouri. The statewide average for a gallon of regular unleaded fuel is $2.53, up three cents from last week and 32 cents lower than the same time last year. Among Missouri’s major…
CARBONDALE, Ill., (KBSI) — A person was seriously injured in a hit-and-run crash Thursday evening, according to the Carbondale Police Department. Officers responded around 6:48 p.m. to the 600 block of East Campus Drive, where they found an individual who had been struck in what was later determined to be a hit-and-run incident. The victim was taken to Memorial Hospital…
McCRACKEN COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — McCracken County Emergency Management officials announced the death of longtime member Mike Thomasson on Thursday. Thomasson served the agency for several years and was credited with playing a key role in strengthening emergency communications throughout the county. Officials said he was instrumental in implementing the county’s 800 MHz radio system, which remains the foundation of…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — The Cape Girardeau Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying an individual in connection with an investigation. Police said anyone who recognizes the person is asked to contact Cpl. Couch at 573-335-6621, ext. 1243, or by email at rcouch@cityofcape.org. Anonymous tips may be submitted by texting “CAPEPD” to 847411 or by calling…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – Two local nonprofit organizations are joining forces and working together to ensure that every donated dollar and every gently used coat goes even further. Ellen Holford is a Street Level board member she shares how local organizations working together can make a bigger impact. Street Level partners with Impact One More clothing closet, Matiss Vitols Vitolins is the Executive Director of Impact One…
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…
CAMPBELL, Mo., (KBSI) — The Campbell Volunteer Fire Department responded to a structure fire at approximately 6:30 a.m. Tuesday. According to officials, the fire is believed to have started from a pot left unattended on a stove. The cause was investigated by the Missouri State Fire Marshal’s Office. Firefighters said they arrived on scene and extinguished the blaze quickly. Damage…
Mild temperatures will continue for the rest of Thursday evening, with temperatures in the 50s until sunset. Overnight temperatures will be seasonal for mid-February across the Heartland. Mostly clear skies are expected in Cape Girardeau this evening with temperatures falling to the lower 30s. Temperatures will be close to 10 degrees above average with highs in the 50s and 60s….
BENTON, Ky., (KBSI) — The Marshall County Fiscal Court has been awarded an $850,000 Community Development Block Grant to renovate the county’s senior citizens facility, officials announced. The grant was awarded by Andy Beshear and will fund a full renovation of the senior center, which has been vacant for four years. County officials thanked the Kentucky Department for Local Government,…
VIENNA, Ill., (KBSI) — A Vienna High School English instructor has been recognized by the Illinois State Board of Education with an Award of Meritorious Service through the Illinois Teacher of the Year program. Grayson Dawes received the honor, which recognizes educators across the state for excellence in teaching, leadership and service to their school communities. The Award of Meritorious…