CHICAGO, Ill., (KBSI) – An Illinois State Police squad car was damaged early Tuesday when it was sideswiped by a vehicle that failed to move over during a traffic stop on Interstate 94, the agency said. Police reported that around 1:25 a.m. on Nov. 25, a trooper was conducting a traffic stop on the right shoulder of southbound I-94 near…
BENTON, Ky., (KBSI) – The Marshall County Sheriff’s Office announced Tuesday that it has received three ballistic shields through a new grant program launched by Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman to enhance officer safety statewide. Sheriff Hilbrecht thanked the attorney general for creating the program, which provides soft body armor and hard ballistic shields to law enforcement agencies at no…
HAYTI, Mo., (KBSI) – The Hayti Indian Football program hosted a Thanksgiving community give-back event on Monday, Nov. 24, to thank residents for their continued support. Organizers said the effort was meant to show appreciation to the community, noting that “it takes a village” to make the program’s success possible. The event took place from 3 to 5 p.m. in…
PADUCAH, Ky., (KBSI) – Lane restrictions on the Interstate 24 Ohio River Bridge between Paducah and Metropolis will remain in place until mid-December, the Illinois Department of Transportation announced Tuesday. IDOT said crews identified additional repair needs during Phase 1 of the project, including work on several floor beams. As a result, crews will continue working through weekends, including this…
GRANITE CITY, Ill., (KBSI) – Granite City High School’s National Honor Society collected 1,151 food items on Saturday as part of the annual Scouting for Food drive, the district announced. The donations filled three truck beds and will help stock local food pantries. District officials thanked residents who placed items out in blue bags for pickup, noting the strong community…
BELL CITY, Mo., (KBSI) – The Bell City Fire Department recently welcomed students from Bell City R-II Schools for a station visit focused on fire safety and emergency preparedness. During the visit, students learned about fire prevention, explored firefighting equipment and received demonstrations on the various types of emergencies the department responds to. Fire officials said the event was both…
CARBONDALE, Ill., (KBSI) – The City of Carbondale is reminding residents not to dispose of certain materials down household drains, noting that many items prohibited by city code can cause significant clogs—especially when they become entangled in tree roots. The city issued guidelines on what should never be flushed or poured into drains, along with safer disposal alternatives. “Wipes Clog…
CHRISTOPHER, Ill., (KBSI) – The Christopher Police Department is reminding motorists that they are legally required to stop whenever a school bus extends its stop arm and activates flashing red lights — regardless of the type of roadway, including private roads and parking lots. On two-lane roads, all traffic in both directions must stop, police said. Failing to stop for…
DEXTER, Mo., (KBSI) – From Dec. 10, 2025, through Jan. 1, 2026, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and local law enforcement agencies will increase impaired-driving enforcement as part of the nationwide winter holiday high-visibility campaign, “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.” Officials note that alcohol-impaired driving traditionally increases during the winter holiday period. Between December…
PORTAGEVILLE, Mo. (KBSI) – “It’s a bit unbelievable” says Jakyiza Johnson “I wish it was a nightmare that we can wake up from.” At Portageville High School, 18-year-old Kaniah Jennings was a Senior but come May, when all her peers walk across the stage to get their diplomas, Kaniah won’t be with them. After a senseless act of brutality, her…
The average high for the time of year is in the lower 50s, so it won’t take long for our temperatures to get higher than that! We’ll start the day in the upper 40s and lower 50s, which is well above the average low of 34 degrees. We warm up quickly into the 60s, but don’t get used to these…
STE. GENEVIEVE, Mo., (KBSI) – The Missouri Department of Conservation is inviting landowners to attend a free prescribed burn workshop on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Horton Farm Conservation Area. Advance registration is required and can be completed online at Events | Missouri Department of Conservation. After registering, participants must complete the mandatory online…
PADUCAH, Ky., (KBSI) – The McCracken County Sheriff’s Office says a missing juvenile reported Sunday night has been found safe. Deputies said Dawson Lane Haley, 14, was located and is in good health. Haley was last seen around 8 p.m. on Nov. 23 near his home in the Lone Oak area. He was described as a white male, approximately 5…
CARBONDALE, Ill., (KBSI) – Carbondale police arrested a Belleville man early Nov. 22 after officers found him carrying a loaded firearm during a foot patrol on East Grand Avenue. Police said officers were patrolling the 700 block of East Grand around 1:06 a.m. when they learned an individual was armed. Officers located Adam M. Esker, 18, and determined he was…
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo., (KBSI) – The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control has arrested and charged a Ste. Genevieve man following an investigation into multiple child sex crimes in St. Francois and Ste. Genevieve counties. According to the Patrol, Brian L. Webb, 53, of Ste. Genevieve, was taken into custody after investigators from the DDCC Special…
MARION, Ill., (KBSI) – UPDATE: Roadway is now open. The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office is advising motorists that westbound Illinois Route 13 near Crab Orchard Lake is currently impassable after a tractor-trailer became stuck in the roadway Monday. Deputies said the truck, which was delivering steel to a nearby construction site, is blocking all westbound lanes. Crews are on scene…
MAYFIELD, Ky., (KBSI) – Regional law enforcement agencies are continuing efforts to support families in need this holiday season through the annual Cram the Cruiser food and toy drive. The Graves County Sheriff’s Office reported that its cruiser, stationed at the Dollar General at U.S. 45 North and East Hunt Road through Nov. 24, collected 236 donated items, including 38…
JACKSON, Mo., (KBSI) – The Jackson Police Department is inviting residents to provide feedback as part of its upcoming accreditation review with the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). The department, which first earned CALEA accreditation in March 2008 and most recently received Meritorious Re-Accreditation in March 2025, is undergoing its next assessment cycle. As part of that…
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo., (KBSI) – The Missouri Public Service Commission has approved a unanimous settlement establishing a new large-load rate plan for Ameren Missouri customers with monthly peak power demands of 75 megawatts or more. The plan aims to support economic growth while protecting existing consumers from absorbing unfair costs. The agreement was signed by Ameren Missouri, PSC Staff, Evergy…
PADUCAH, Ky., (KBSI) – Marquette Transportation Company has announced the renaming of the M/V A. Steve Crowley to the M/V Whitney Ann Cruse in honor of Whitney Cruse, the company’s vice president of barge logistics. Cruse, who joined Marquette 18 years ago and has served in her current role since 2017, was recognized for her leadership within the company and…
ULLIN, Ill., (KBSI) – Shawnee Community College announced the passing of Willie Eason, founder of the Mounds African American Museum and a longtime partner of the college. Eason worked closely with Shawnee Community College for many years, lending his time, expertise and historical collections to create Black History Month and Juneteenth displays on campus. College officials said his extensive knowledge…
EDDYVILLE, Ky., (KBSI) – The Lyon County Sheriff’s Office is urging drivers to use caution as dense fog is expected to form again overnight and into the Tuesday morning commute. Deputies advised motorists to allow extra travel time and follow key safety practices when visibility is reduced. The sheriff’s office offered the following tips for driving in fog: Maintain a…
CARUTHERSVILLE, Mo., (KBSI) – Caruthersville police are seeking to speak with the owner of a vehicle found abandoned late Monday night in the middle of Third Street. According to the Caruthersville Police Department, officers located a Lexus sedan parked in the roadway. The vehicle was registered to Kilton Hampton, of Parkin, Arkansas. Police said Hampton was reportedly riding in another…
CARBONDALE, Ill., (KBSI) – Heavy rainfall can overwhelm the sanitary sewer system in Carbondale, allowing stormwater to enter through inflow and infiltration and potentially cause basement backups in homes, the City of Carbondale announced. The city’s Utilities Department operates an ongoing program to reduce the frequency and severity of sanitary sewer surcharges. City crews, consultant engineers and contractors regularly identify…