Saturday morning, showers and thunderstorms will be ongoing across the region. Storms and showers will continue through the afternoon and evening. The SEMO game Saturday evening could consist of rain and a few thunderstorms in the area. Sunday through Wednesday, rain and storm chances look to be likely every day. We could see some excessive rainfall in areas that are…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – The MO Magic’s Special Olympics volleyball team has been capturing hearts through their skill and determination but now they’re asking for the community’s help as they prepare for their journey to the 2026 U.S. Special Olympic Games that will be held in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Melody Gardner is the volleyball coach for Special Olympics team MO Magic….
SOUTHERN ILLINOIS(KBSI) – The Southern Seven Health Department is urging citizens in the region to be aware of recent scam sewage disposal contractors after they say they’ve received multiple reports. Contractors promising to clear sewage lines or do work only to abandon halfway through, leaving behind hazardous waste. Shawnna Rhine, is the Outreach Coordinator for the Southern Seven Health Department,…
Forecast: Another hot day ahead that looks to have a shot at a record high temperature for the day in Cape Girardeau. We will see mostly sunny skies and highs in the mid-90s, with the record high for the day at 94 degrees set back in 2019. A stray shower or thunderstorm will be possible to our west this afternoon,…
CALLOWAY COUNTY, Ky. (KBSI) – North Calloway County Elementary students in Kentucky got some pretty important visitors today and learned about the importance behind agriculture in Kentucky. Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell, Clinton Corner Kentucky FFA (Future Farmers of America) State Vice President, and Ariana Rodriguez Miss Kentucky 2025 are going to elementary schools this week in support of AG…
STIRITZ, Ill., (KBSI) — UPDATE: The brush fire is now being contained. Multiple fire departments are battling a rapidly spreading brush fire along Interstate 57 south of Stiritz, Williamson County Fire Protection District officials said Wednesday. The fire has extended into a nearby tree line, and additional fire agencies have been requested to assist. No further details were immediately available….
CARBONDALE, Ill., (KBSI) — Superheroes will take over Turley Park in Carbondale on Saturday, Sept. 20, for the 13th For Kids’ Sake International Superhero 5K Run/Walk. The event, which raises funds for life-saving services for children in southern Illinois, Bangladesh and The Gambia, begins at 8 a.m. with same-day registration. The race starts at 9 a.m., kicked off by Carbondale…
Forecast: Temperatures remain above average on Wednesday for much of the Heartland, as we still see high temperatures in the lower 90s entering the back half of September. Mostly sunny skies today with a light and variable breeze. Low temperatures this evening will also remain above average, dropping down into the mid-60s. However, a few of us may see some…
A mild next few mornings with areas of patchy dense fog. High Temperatures will remain hot in the 90s through Friday. A weak front moves in Friday evening bringing storm chances and slightly cooler temperatures through the weekend and into next week. Best chance for rain and storms will look to be Friday night through Sunday. We will keep an…
PERRYVILLE, Mo., (KBSI) — State conservation officials are reviewing drone footage after reports of mountain lions in the Perryville area earlier this week. In a statement Tuesday, Missouri Department of Conservation Lt. Chris Doran said experts do not believe the animals captured on thermal drone video were mountain lions, but more likely foxes or coyotes. He said the department would…
MT. VERNON, Ill., (KBSI) — The City of Mt. Vernon has issued a precautionary boil water advisory due to low water pressure, officials announced Tuesday. Effective Date and Time: Sept. 16, 2025, at 10 a.m. Area Affected: System-wide — every customer served by the City of Mt. Vernon Water. Special Considerations: Hospitals, nursing homes, factories, and schools located within the…
MADISON COUNTY, Ill., (KBSI) — Firefighters responded early Tuesday to a structure fire in Madison County’s East District, officials said. The Madison County Fire Department said crews were dispatched around 6:30 a.m. and arrived to find a 30-by-60-foot shop with flames visible. Firefighters launched an aggressive attack and quickly brought the blaze under control. Investigators determined the fire was electrical…
ADVANCE, Mo., (KBSI) — Fire crews in Advance responded Tuesday afternoon to a tractor fire that spread to a nearby field, officials said. The Advance Fire Department was dispatched around 3:30 p.m. Crews quickly contained and extinguished the flames. No injuries were reported. Categories: News Tags: Advance, Missouri
ILLINOIS(KBSI) – The Illinois Department of Corrections(IDOC) is making changes to their mail system after labor union reports say workers are being exposed to hazardess substances. On August 14th, the Illinois Department of Corrections launched a sweeping emergency rule that will replace incoming physical mail with a printed or digital copy, aiming to reduce the amount of contraband making it into…
A mild next few mornings with areas of patchy dense fog. High Temperatures will remain hot in the 90s through Thursday. A front moves in Thursday evening bringing storm chances and cooler temperatures through the weekend. Best chance for rain and storms will look to be Friday through Sunday. We will keep an eye out for our SEMO game on…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Most of Cape Girardeau is under a boil water advisory following a power failure Friday morning at the city’s water plant, officials said. The advisory will remain in effect until 7 a.m. on Sept. 17 unless extended. Residents can view affected addresses, a map, and frequently asked questions online. Those in the advisory area who…
MARION, Ill., (KBSI) — Hundreds of people gathered at Tower Square Plaza in downtown Marion on Sunday evening for a prayer event in memory of Charlie Kirk, conservative figure recently killed, organized by Redemption Church of Johnston City. The event concluded with a candlelight service, as participants raised lighters and cell phones in solidarity. Local law enforcement was present to provide…
Forecast: Temperatures in the lower 90s this afternoon for the first day of the weekend with mostly sunny skies. A small chance for an isolated shower this afternoon with winds out of the south-southwest. Low temperatures across the Heartland in the upper 60s tonight with partly cloudy skies. A small chance for a shower and light and variable winds. Mostly…
Forecast: Temperatures this afternoon in Cape Girardeau will reach the lower 90s with mostly sunny skies. Winds will be out of the southeast between 5 and 10 miles per hour, with increased cloud cover heading into the overnight hours. Low temperatures across our area will fall to the mid-60s tonight with partly cloudy skies. Winds will be out of the…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – Political parties, GOP members, his family and so many more are mourning the loss of Charlie Kirk today. Well known conservative activist and Illinois native Charlie Kirk was killed yesterday during an event at Utah Valley University. His unexpected death has prompted political statements everywhere. “It was a terrible tragedy and, you know, we believe that the…
Forecast: Mostly sunny skies once again on Thursday for much of the Heartland as we enter a warmer stretch going into the middle of September. High temperatures today will reach the lower 90s with a light wind out of the north. There is a chance for isolated showers across our area this afternoon, which could bring a few sprinkles around…
PERRYVILLE, Mo. (KBSI) – Two schools showed up and showed out at the St. Vincent football game. Two schools that are usually rivals came together for one cause: to raise funds for childhood cancer. Last Friday September 5, 2025 the St. Vincent football team of Perryville played against the Valle football team of Ste. Geneieve. Stands were packed, and people were…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Crews with the Cape Girardeau Fire Department responded to a residential structure fire near the intersection of North Main, Big Bend, and Olive streets, arriving on scene within four minutes. Firefighters found a large story-and-a-half residence with a basement showing heavy smoke and fire throughout. The residence appeared to be vacant. The bulk of the…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – Shovels hit dirt today at the Missouri Veterans’ Home in Cape Girardeau, where they broke ground for a new pavilion. This project is designed to provide residents and their families with a welcoming outdoor space. Kristen Pind is the Volunteer Coordinator for the Missouri Veteran’s home. She says they desperately needed an outdoor space for…