Illinois officials warn funding freeze threatens childcare, social services
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill., (KBSI) — According to the Associated Press, the Donald Trump administration has moved to freeze about $1 billion in federal funding tied to childcare and social service programs in Illinois, citing concerns about fraud and the potential misuse of federal funds. The action is part of a broader freeze affecting roughly $10 billion across Illinois, California, Colorado, New…
Police investigate Trimble Street shooting in Paducah
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PADUCAH, Ky., (KBSI) — Paducah Police Department is investigating a shooting reported Tuesday evening on Trimble Street. Officers responded about 6:45 p.m. Jan. 6 to the 2700 block of Trimble Street after receiving multiple reports of gunfire. Upon arrival, officers found one person who had been shot. Police rendered aid at the scene before the victim was taken to a…
Redhawks look to extend winning streak at Southern Indiana
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EVANSVILLE, Ind., (KBSI) — Southeast Missouri Redhawks will look to extend a three-game winning streak when they visit the Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles on Thursday night at Liberty Arena. Tipoff is set for 7:30 p.m. CT. Southeast Missouri enters the matchup with an 8-7 overall record and a 3-1 mark in Ohio Valley Conference play. The Redhawks are 2-0 in…
Mayfield police arrest man following reported theft
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MAYFIELD, Ky., (KBSI) — Mayfield Police Department arrested a man Tuesday, Jan. 6, following a reported theft at a local convenience store. Police said an officer responded after the store owner reported an item had been stolen. After reviewing security video and obtaining a license plate number, the officer located Luis Angel Lemus Ramirez, 34, at a local mechanic shop….
Mayfield police arrest man after disturbance reported in roadway
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MAYFIELD, Ky., (KBSI) — Mayfield Police Department arrested a Mayfield man after officers responded to a report of a man in the roadway swinging a bat on Jan. 5. Police said officers located Leonard Starks, 63, holding and swinging two sticks while naked. Investigators said Starks appeared to be under the influence of illegal drugs and had caused extensive property…
Missouri deer harvest totals released for 2024 season
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo., (KBSI) — Missouri Department of Conservation has released its 2024 deer harvest summary, reporting a total of 275,656 deer checked statewide during all portions of the season. The harvest included 128,935 antlered bucks, 23,779 button bucks and 122,942 does, according to MDC data. The highest harvest occurred during the November portion, when hunters checked 158,577 deer, including…
McCracken County High School senior featured on Paducah Life cover
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PADUCAH, Ky., (KBSI) — McCracken County Public Schools senior Jada Vaughn has been featured on the cover of the latest issue of Paducah Life Magazine. Vaughn, a student at McCracken County High School, shares her personal story in the article, including how she benefited from Cinderella’s Closet, a program that provides prom dresses, shoes and accessories at no cost to…
Pulaski County sheriff to conduct property sale Wednesday
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WAYNESVILLE, Mo., (KBSI) — The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office will conduct a sheriff’s sale of real property at noon Wednesday, Jan. 7, in front of the main entrance of the Pulaski County Courthouse, 301 Historic Route 66. The property, located on Route 66 in a business district in St. Robert, was advertised in the Dixon Pilot and includes the legal…
Orange Barrel Report January 6
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(KBSI) A contractor for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) is planning to close Van Cleave Road at mile point 2.3 in Calloway County starting Monday, Jan. 12, to begin work on a bridge replacement project. The closure is located at the bridge over the East Fork Clarks River, northeast of KY 80. The project, which is included in the state’s…
Warm several days, storm potential Thursday into Friday
Another mild day is expected for Wednesday with a mix of sun and clouds and a light breeze. We’ll start the day in the middle 30s and quickly warm up into the 50s by noon. On Thursday, a frontal boundary will push through in the evening, giving us a chance for some storms. Some of those could be strong to…
Cape brewery closes after 11 years, leaving lasting community impact
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CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – A longstanding business is closing its doors in Southeast Missouri. After years of serving up pints and bringing people together, a local brewery in downtown Cape Girardeau has announced they will soon be pouring their last round. Minglewood Brewery has been running in Cape Girardeau for 11 years, becoming a staple for many families, serving a variety…
Paducah reports seventh consecutive year of declining crime
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PADUCAH, Ky., (KBSI) — Paducah Police Department reported a seventh straight year of declining crime in the city, with overall offenses down 7% in 2025 compared with the previous year. According to the department, crime data tracked through the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program showed a 2% decrease in Part I crimes, which include serious offenses such as homicide, rape…
Cape Girardeau Chamber to host First Friday Coffee event
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CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — The Cape Girardeau Area Chamber of Commerce will host its first First Friday Coffee event of 2026 this week. The monthly networking event is expected to draw a large crowd and will focus on opportunities to support and develop young professionals in the region. The event is made possible through sponsorships from Ultimate Flooring &…
Bowling Green police seek woman wanted on assault warrant
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BOWLING GREEN, Ky., (KBSI) — Bowling Green Police Department has obtained an arrest warrant for Ticoreyia K. Preston in connection with a reported knife assault. Police said Preston is accused of assaulting her boyfriend with a knife. Investigators believe she may have traveled to the Nashville area. Anyone with information about Preston’s whereabouts is asked to contact the Bowling Green…
MDC to offer free nature-themed embroidery series in southeast Missouri in 2026
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CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Missouri Department of Conservation will offer a series of free, guided embroidery classes throughout 2026 that will lead participants in creating a nature-themed quilt inspired by Missouri’s natural communities. The monthly program, called Nature’s Needlers, uses embroidery to explore the state’s landscapes and wildlife. Participants who register for a series are expected to attend most…
Route 51 lane reduction planned for bridge maintenance Thursday
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PERRY COUNTY, Mo., (KBSI) — Missouri Department of Transportation officials say Route 51 in Perry County will be reduced to one lane as crews perform bridge maintenance on the Chester Bridge over the Mississippi River. The lane reduction will affect Route 51 from County Road 946 near Claryville, Missouri, to East Kaskaskia Street in Chester, Illinois. Weather permitting, work is…
Mac’s Spirits & More reports early-morning break-in; suspect vehicle sought
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FRANKLIN COUNTY, Ill., (KBSI) — Mac’s Spirits & More reported a break-in early Tuesday morning. The burglary occurred about 3 a.m. Jan. 6. Authorities said the suspect was driving a red Ford F-150, believed to be a 2012 model, that may have been stolen from West Frankfort. The vehicle was last seen traveling south toward Benton. Anyone who sees the…
Illinois flu activity reaches ‘very high’ level as IDPH urges vaccinations, precautions
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill., (KBSI) — Illinois Department of Public Health officials are urging residents to get vaccinated and take basic preventive measures as influenza activity climbs to “very high” levels statewide and COVID-19 rates continue to rise. Flu activity has reached the most severe of five respiratory illness categories, as defined by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. COVID-19…
Carbondale police accepting applications for Citizens Police Academy
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CARBONDALE, Ill., (KBSI) — The Carbondale Police Department is accepting applications for its Citizens Police Academy, a free program designed to strengthen relationships between law enforcement and the community. The academy offers participants an inside look at police operations, including department divisions, patrol procedures, traffic stops, investigations and crime scene processing. The program also provides opportunities for residents to ask…
Human remains found Dec. 4 identified as Bowling Green woman; no foul play
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PADUCAH, Ky., (KBSI) — Human remains found Dec. 4 in a wooded area near Tennessee Street and South 13th Street have been identified as those of a 35-year-old woman from Bowling Green, authorities said. Through an investigation by the coroner’s office, Paducah Police Department detectives and the Kentucky Medical Examiner’s Office, officials determined no foul play was involved. The woman’s…
District 32 to host community meeting on rebuilding Perryville High School
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PERRYVILLE, Mo., (KBSI) — The Perry County School District 32 Board of Education will hold a community engagement open house Saturday, Jan. 17, to discuss plans for rebuilding Perryville High School. The meeting is scheduled from 10 a.m. to noon at the Robinson Event Center, 2411 Walters Lane, and is open to members of the District 32 community. Representatives from…