A little light rain is possible late Friday morning into the afternoon. It won’t amount to much. Temperatures will be warm enough for only rain with highs in the low to mid 40s. That’s about normal for early January. The day will start off right around the freezing mark, but we’ll warm up into the lower 40s by early afternoon….
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Ill., (KBSI) — Fire crews are responding to a structure fire on Pershing Road southwest of West Frankfort, authorities said. Pershing Road is closed at Bencie Lane while emergency personnel work at the scene. No injuries have been reported. Motorists are advised to use alternate routes until the roadway is reopened. Categories: News Tags: Franklin County, Illinois, West…
MCCRACKEN COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — The McCracken County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help locating a man with outstanding matters. Authorities said they are seeking information on the whereabouts of Zachary Doctorman. Additional details were not released. Anyone with information about Doctorman’s location is asked to contact the McCracken County Sheriff’s Office at 270-444-4719 or submit a tip…
McCRACKEN COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — A McCracken County man was arrested Tuesday night as part of an ongoing investigation into drug trafficking and a series of thefts involving vehicles and other property, authorities said. The McCracken County Sheriff’s Office said detectives have spent the past month investigating multiple thefts of ATVs, UTVs, motor vehicles and other items reported stolen throughout…
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. , (KBSI) — Illinois law will strengthen firearm storage requirements aimed at protecting children when an amendment to the state’s child protection statute takes effect Jan. 1, 2026. Under the amended law, it is unlawful for a person to store or leave a firearm on premises under their control if they know, or should reasonably know, that a…
LIVINGSTON COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — The Livingston County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help locating a man wanted on felony charges. Authorities said Harley R. Pryor, 37, is wanted on an outstanding indictment warrant issued by the Livingston County Circuit Court. Pryor is charged with third-degree rape and third-degree sodomy. Anyone with information about Pryor’s whereabouts is encouraged…
CARBONDALE, Ill., (KBSI) — An aircraft incident occurred Wednesday evening at Southern Illinois Airport, prompting an investigation by federal authorities, airport officials said. In a statement, airport officials said the incident happened during a landing attempt on airport property. The pilot was not injured. The Federal Aviation Administration and the National Transportation Safety Board are investigating the incident. Airport officials…
WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Ill., (KBSI) — A parolee was arrested after deputies recovered methamphetamine during a late-night encounter in Herrin, authorities said. Deputies with the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office observed two people riding bicycles near the intersection of Stotlar Street and North 20th Street at about 11:01 p.m. Dec. 25, 2025. Deputies made contact with the individuals and identified the man…
SALINE COUNTY, Ill., (KBSI) — The Saline County Sheriff’s Office issued a statement addressing courthouse conduct, saying constitutional rights are respected but behavior that alarms or disrupts others will not be permitted. The sheriff said the office supports First Amendment protections, but entering the courthouse masked and hooded with the intent to alarm or disturb citizens or government employees is…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — The Ste. Genevieve Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying an individual who may have ties to the Cape Girardeau area. The Cape Girardeau Police Department shared the request, noting investigators believe the individual may have connections in the region. Anyone who recognizes the individual is encouraged to contact the Ste. Genevieve Police…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Firefighters with the Cape Girardeau Fire Department responded to a residential structure fire that threatened two homes, officials said. Crews were dispatched and arrived within four minutes to find a shed on fire between two residences. Fire had extended into one of the homes, and a neighboring residence at 427 S. Louisiana St. was considered…
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo., (KBSI) — Missouri has been awarded more than $14 million in federal funding to bolster security for FIFA World Cup events planned for the Kansas City region, state officials said. The Missouri Department of Public Safety said the state will receive $14.24 million through the Federal Emergency Management Agency Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems grant program. The funding…
PADUCAH, Ky., (KBSI) — Four people were arrested following an identity theft and attempted bank fraud investigation involving two Paducah financial institutions, police said. The Paducah Police Department, with assistance from the Charleston Police Department, made the arrests after officers responded at about 11:01 a.m. Dec. 30, 2025, to a bank in the 2900 block of Broadway. Police said officers…
MISSOURI(KBSI) – Healthcare Providers say they are seeing waiting rooms fill up and more patients being seen for flu symptoms in multiple states across the US, but in particular Missouri and Kentucky rank as two of the highest states with citizens testing positive for the flu. According to Public Health officials, Missouri now ranks as one of the highest states for high flu activity, and health experts say they…
TRENTON, Ky., (KBSI) — A CSX freight train derailment in Todd County released a hazardous material and ignited a fire Tuesday morning, leading officials to order nearby residents to shelter in place before later determining the area was safe, according to the Associated Press. The AP reported that 31 rail cars left the tracks around 6:15 a.m. CST west of…
Our normal high for the end of the year is right around 43 degrees and we’ll be really close to that on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. Midnight isn’t looking too bad, either! A calm wind and plenty of sunshine will make for a very nice last day of 2025. I hope you can get out and enjoy!…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — The Cape Girardeau Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying an individual shown in a newly released, clearer photo. Police said the updated image was provided after tips from individuals with photo-editing expertise helped enhance visibility. Officials said social media continues to be a valuable tool in identifying persons of interest. Anyone who…
JACKSON, Mo., (KBSI) — Marble Hill Cakes announced plans to sell the business as the owner prepares to relocate out of state for personal reasons. The bakery, sold as Marble Hill Cakes LLC, includes the full shop buildout and equipment and is described as café ready. Marble Hill Cakes will remain open for a limited time, and customers are…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — A Cape Girardeau man has been arrested and charged following an armed robbery at a business Monday evening, police said. Officers with the Cape Girardeau Police Department responded at about 7 p.m. Dec. 29, 2025, to the 000 block of South Plaza Way after a report of an armed robbery. Officers made contact with three…
PADUCAH, Ky., (KBSI) — The Paducah Area Chamber of Commerce will host its January Power in Partnership Breakfast on Jan. 8, featuring the annual “State of the City and County” address. Paducah Mayor George Bray and McCracken County Judge-Executive Craig Clymer will serve as the featured speakers. The event is sponsored by the Paducah-McCracken County Joint Sewer Agency. The breakfast…
McCRACKEN COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — The McCracken County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help locating a man with multiple outstanding arrest warrants. Authorities said Jasper Bluemlein is wanted on several active warrants. Additional details were not released. Anyone with information about Bluemlein’s whereabouts is asked to contact the McCracken County Sheriff’s Office at 270-444-4719. Tips may also be…
McCRACKEN COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — The McCracken County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help locating a woman with multiple outstanding warrants. Authorities said Deborah Sesler is wanted on several active arrest warrants. Additional details were not released. Anyone with information about Sesler’s whereabouts is asked to contact the McCracken County Sheriff’s Office at 270-444-4719. Tips may also be…
KENNETT, Mo., (KBSI) — The Kennett Police Department is warning residents of a scam in which callers impersonate law enforcement officers and demand money under the threat of arrest. Police said the scam involves someone claiming to be an officer and instructing victims to take $2,000 to a Walmart to post bond or face arrest for failure to appear for…
CALLOWAY COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — A Murray man was arrested late Saturday after deputies discovered firearms inside a vehicle during a suspicious-person call, authorities said. According to the Calloway County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded at about 11 p.m. Dec. 27, 2025, to a report of a suspicious individual on Wilkerson Drive. An unoccupied vehicle was found in the area, and…