CARBONDALE, Ill., (KBSI) — Carbondale officials are reminding residents that political yard signs are permitted only on private property and are not allowed within the public right of way, in accordance with city code. Under city ordinance 15.4.10.9.F, political signs are allowed throughout the city with size and placement restrictions. In residential districts, signs may be no larger than 6…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Cape Girardeau Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying an individual pictured in a photo released by the department. Police said the image may not be clear, but investigators believe someone may recognize the individual. Anyone with information is asked to contact Cpl. Couch at 573-335-6621, ext. 1243, or by email at…
VIENNA, Ill., (KBSI) — Three Vienna High School juniors earned composite scores of 30 or higher on the ACT during the fall testing session, placing them among the nation’s top test-takers. Caleb Gaddis, Carmen Simpson and Tiffany Richardson were added to the school’s ACT 30 Plus Club. A composite score of 30 ranks in approximately the 95th percentile nationally, meaning…
POPLAR BLUFF, Mo., (KBSI) — Three Rivers Endowment Trust has received a grant from the MFA Oil Foundation to support the development of an outdoor seating and collaboration area outside the Bess Activity Center, which is undergoing renovation. The new space is intended to provide seating and outdoor games for students and community members visiting Three Rivers College. “This grant…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — A motorcyclist was killed in a crash Thursday afternoon on Broadway, according to Cape Girardeau Police Department. Officers responded at about 1:26 p.m. to the 1800 block of Broadway for a reported injury crash involving a motorcycle and a truck. Police said a 2019 Kawasaki Ninja motorcycle was traveling westbound in the inner lane while…
MISSOURI (KBSI) – Missouri daycare providers have taken several hits this year when it comes to federal subsidy funding, and now after a federal fraud investigation into a daycare facility who allegedly gained around 1 billion dollars through a fraudulent daycare scheme that started during the pandemic in Minnesota there’s another payment freeze. In Missouri, families and daycare providers are…
(KBSI) The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) is planning a multi-day closure on KY 305/Cairo Road in McCracken County, starting at 8 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 13. A crew will be repairing the bridge deck at mile point 7.7, near Carr Road. This is along KY 305 between Commerce Drive and KY 998/Olivet Church Road. Motorists are asked to plan ahead and…
SIKESTON, Mo., (KBSI) — Southeast Missouri Food Bank has announced organizational updates aimed at strengthening hunger relief efforts across the region. Camille Peters has been named chief operating officer and will oversee the food bank’s operations, programs and partner agencies. Peters has been with the organization for more than seven years and has served in multiple roles. “In her years…
MAYFIELD, Ky., (KBSI) — Mayfield Police Department officers made two arrests on Jan. 7 following separate incidents, according to the department. Officers conducted a traffic stop involving Kajen Lanning, 36, of Mayfield, and discovered she had an active warrant for her arrest. Lanning was taken into custody and charged on a complaint warrant with fraudulent use of a credit card…
Severe Weather Potential: Latest Update: 8:30 p.m. CST January 8, 2026 Scattered showers and thunderstorms arrive in our area by Thursday evening, bringing with them a chance for severe weather. The Storm Prediction Center has issued a Marginal Risk (Level 1 out of 5) for our area. An occasional isolated tornado and damaging winds cannot be ruled out with this…
CARBONDALE, Ill., (KBSI) — The NAACP Carbondale Branch will host its Martin Luther King Jr. Day Scholarship Breakfast on Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, at the SIU Student Center. Breakfast will be served at 7:30 a.m., followed by the program at 8:30 a.m. The event’s keynote address will be delivered by Everick Turner. The annual breakfast celebrates Dr. King’s legacy and…
MAYFIELD, Ky., (KBSI) — Mayfield Police Department responded to a two-vehicle injury collision Thursday, Jan. 8, at U.S. Highway 45 North and Brien Drive. Police said officers made contact with Camden McGuire, 22, of Mayfield and Heather Kenson, 41, of Hickory. Investigators said Kenson’s silver 2022 Nissan Maxima was stopped in traffic on U.S. 45 near Cracker Barrel when it…
FRANKFORT, Ky., (KBSI) — Gov. Andy Beshear said Kentucky’s economy and communities remain strong despite national challenges as he delivered his seventh State of the Commonwealth address and final budget proposal Wednesday night. Beshear told lawmakers and residents that while the state is performing well, Kentuckians face new economic and social pressures that require decisive action. He said state leaders…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — The Cape Girardeau Public School Foundation marked its 31st anniversary Thursday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony held in partnership with the Cape Girardeau Area Chamber of Commerce. The event took place at the foundation’s location at 301 N. Clark St. and drew community supporters, alumni and members of the public to recognize more than three decades…
FRANKFORT, Ky., (KBSI) — Gov. Andy Beshear announced Thursday the award of nearly $3 million in grants to railroads and local governments for nine rail safety and infrastructure projects in seven Kentucky counties. The funding will support rail line expansion, access road construction and upgrades to signals and lighting at public rail crossings, state officials said. The projects are intended…
MISSISSIPPI COUNTY, Mo., (KBSI) — Two defendants were sentenced to life in prison Tuesday in separate cases involving violent and sexual offenses, according to court officials. Mississippi County Circuit Court Judge R. Zac Horack imposed the sentences Jan. 6, citing the severity of the crimes and the harm caused to victims. Marcus Wharton, of Charleston, was sentenced to life in…
VIENNA, Ill., (KBSI) — Vienna Grade School has officially opened a new accessible playground designed to provide inclusive play opportunities for students and the community. School staff, students and community members attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony, including Patrick Windhorst and representatives from ACTNow. Superintendent Greg Frehner and school board President Sherie Smith spoke about the project’s importance to the Vienna community….
GRAVES COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — One person was injured and airlifted to a Nashville hospital following a single-vehicle rollover crash Wednesday afternoon, authorities said. Deputies with the Graves County Sheriff’s Office responded about 12:26 p.m. Jan. 7 to the intersection of Kentucky 94 and Kentucky 943 for an injury collision. Investigators said Samantha Leigh Ann Gibler-Swift, 33, of Water Valley…
(KBSI) The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) is planning a work zone lane restriction on U.S. 641 South in Calloway County starting at 9 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 8. A crew will be repairing potholes at the 6-mile marker, south of Murray near KY 2547. Work is expected to be completed by 1 p.m. Motorists should be alert for signage and…
PADUCAH, Ky., (KBSI) — A McCracken County man will serve a 10-year prison sentence following a two-day jury trial that resulted in convictions for trafficking in methamphetamine and being a persistent felony offender, authorities said. A McCracken County jury on Jan. 7 convicted Jody Crenshaw, 52, of trafficking in methamphetamine and first-degree persistent felony offender. The jury returned its verdict…
Temperatures well above normal will continue into Wednesday evening with temperatures in the 50s and 60s. We will come close to a record high today, but will likely stay short, with the current record at 67° set in 2008. The trend of above-average temperatures continues across the heartland this evening with lows in the 40s. Cape Girardeau will see the…
STODDARD COUNTY, Mo., (KBSI) — Stoddard County Sheriff’s Office announced the death of Deputy Tony Cooper and is mourning the loss of a longtime member of the department. Cooper served the county as a law enforcement officer for several years. In a statement, the sheriff’s office described him as a dedicated deputy, mentor and colleague who was deeply respected within…
