Gas prices lower ahead of busy Labor Day travel weekend

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI)- Drivers heading out for the Labor Day holiday can expect cheaper gas prices compared to this time last year, and heavier traffic on the roadways, according to AAA. “It is going to be a busy Labor Day holiday weekend, much like we’ve seen for the rest of the summer holidays this year,” said Nick Chabarria, spokesperson…

Communities across the country are heavy hearted after Minneapolis school shooting

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo.(KBSI) – The Minneapolis Community is mourning and picking up the pieces today after a terrible act of violence. It can’t be described as anything less than a parent’s worst nightmare. Although this happened in Minneapolis, parents all over the US are heavy hearted today. A tragic school shooting shook the community of Minneapolis yesterday that left two…

Life;Story 5K to raise awareness for Suicide Prevention in Marion

KBSI FOX23 News at 9 p.m.

MARION, Ill., (KBSI) – The annual Life;Story 5K Walk/Run will take place Saturday, Sept. 6, at Ray Fosse Park in Marion. Registration opens at 6 a.m., followed by a Kids’ Dash at 7 a.m. The 5K begins at 7:45 a.m., with a keynote speaker and award ceremony scheduled afterward. The event raises awareness for suicide prevention and supports mental health…

SEMO launches new scholarship program aimed at expanding student access

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI)— Southeast Missouri State University is rolling out a new scholarship program designed to make a college degree more affordable for students. The Copper Dome Scholarship will now be based solely on cumulative GPA, eliminating test score requirements. Under the changes, 85% of SEMO students will qualify for financial assistance beginning with the fall 2026 incoming class….

Crown Ridge Tiger Sanctuary closes its doors after more than two decades

KBSI FOX23 News at 9 p.m.

STE. GENEVIEVE, Mo. (KBSI) – Crown Ridge Tiger Sanctuary has been a beloved staple for the Ste. Genevieve area since 2004. Now, after more than two decades, they have announced that they will be closing their doors, putting an end to big cat rescue and education. Crown Ridge Tiger Sanctuary takes in tigers that have been abused, mistreated or unwanted…

Two Amur Leopard cubs born at Saint Louis Zoo

KBSI FOX23 News at 9 p.m.

ST. LOUIS, Mo., (KBSI) — The Saint Louis Zoo announced the birth of two Amur leopard cubs on Aug. 13, 2025. The cubs are the second litter for 7-year-old parents Dot and Samson. Zoo officials said the births mark a significant addition to the critically endangered species, with only about 100 Amur leopards remaining in the wild. Dot and the…

Cape Girardeau police remind drivers to stay safe on the road

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo.(KBSI) — Following a couple of recent fatal crashes, Cape Girardeau police are reminding drivers to be cautious and alert behind the wheel. “Pay attention when you’re driving down the roadways,” Officer Bobby Newton said. “Don’t be distracted by cell phones or any other device. Pay attention to the crosswalks in the school zone. Slow down in those…

Pleasant Wednesday ahead- Rain chances Thursday

A pleasant and warmer 7 day forecast! Temperatures continue to be in the 70s and lower 80s through Saturday! Get out and enjoy the cooler temperatures and lower dew points this week and weekend. Thursday morning and afternoon, a chance for storms and showers off towards the southwest in the afternoon. The weekend is shaping up to be a beauty…

Jackson schools remove food dyes from school lunch menus

JACKSON, Mo. (KBSI) – Jackson Schools are paving a successful path to student nutrition after they just became one of the first districts in the Southeast Missouri area to remove all food dyes from the cafeteria.  As of January 2025, the use of red dye number 3 in foods is illegal in the U.S so it’s no longer being served in school…

Poplar Bluff police seek help identifying woman

KBSI FOX23 News at 9 p.m.

POPLAR BLUFF, Mo., (KBSI) — Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a woman seen in a video. Anyone who recognizes her is asked to contact Detective Dan Mustain at dmustain@pbcity.org or by call or text at 573-686-8632. Categories: News Tags: Missouri, Poplar Bluff

Ameren Missouri expands energy assistance programs for customers

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) — Ameren Missouri customers may now qualify for as much as $1,400 in bill payment assistance through a wide range of programs, the company announced. The expanded aid follows Ameren’s $4 million donation last week to community action agencies, along with $1 million for victims of the May 16 tornado. Local agencies are distributing the assistance….

A TOP 10 day Tuesday afternoon

A beautiful fall like 7 day forecast! Temperatures continue to be in the 70s and lower 80s through this week! Get out and enjoy the cooler temperatures and lower dew points this week. Wednesday night into Thursday, a chance for storms and showers off towards the west in the afternoon. The weekend is shaping up to be a beauty for…

Active shooter report prompts evacuation at University of Arkansas library

KBSI FOX23 News at 9 p.m.

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark., (KBSI) — Police responded Monday to reports of an active shooter at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, prompting the evacuation of Mullins Library, officials said. The university’s emergency alert system, RazALERT, notified students just before 12:30 p.m. to avoid the area, stating: “Avoid the area of Mullins Library due to an active shooter reported. Avoid. Deny. Defend.”…

At least 3 injured in St. Louis County home explosion

KBSI FOX23 News at 9 p.m.

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo., (KBSI) — At least three people were injured Tuesday morning in a home explosion that caused widespread damage in north St. Louis County, authorities said. The blast was reported around 9:13 a.m. in the 13,800 block of Evan Aire Drive in unincorporated St. Louis County. The Blackjack Fire Protection District, St. Louis County police from the…

Mt. Vernon man charged in shooting, vehicle crash

KBSI FOX23 News at 9 p.m.

MT. VERNON, Ill., (KBSI) — A 22-year-old Mt. Vernon man has been charged after a shooting and vehicle crash Sunday morning, police said. Officers responded about 11:24 a.m. to the area of South 34th Street and Peach Avenue for reports of gunfire. Police said they found a vehicle involved in a crash and evidence of a shooting. A short time…

14-year-old charged in Mayfield football game shooting

KBSI FOX23 News at 9 p.m.

MAYFIELD, Ky., (KBSI) — A 14-year-old boy from Fulton, Kentucky, has been arrested and charged with first-degree assault in connection with a shooting during the “Battle of the Birds” high school football game Friday night, police said. The suspect is accused of shooting 18-year-old Jordan Riley of Farmington, who suffered gunshot wounds to his arm and upper torso. Riley was…

Majestic Flags

Midwest Marketplace

Majestic Flags  Majestic Flag Store was born from a simple need: finding a quality flagpole when no good options existed. What started in 2003 as a search for a better product quickly turned into a business after customers began asking to buy the flags and poles they saw in-store. Today, Majestic Flag Store offers more than 1,000 flag and flagpole…

Fowler Heating & Cooling

Midwest Marketplace

Fowler Heating & Cooling Family-owned since 1979, Fowler Heating & Cooling started in the Fowler family home and grew into a trusted Marion-based company now run by brothers Allen and Steve Fowler. With a team of about 25 employees, they still deliver the same small-town values they were built on—doing what they promise, when they promise, and treating every customer…

Police investigate two downtown Cape Girardeau break-ins

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) — Police are investigating two business break-ins reported in downtown Cape Girardeau. The most recent burglary occurred shortly after midnight on Aug. 20, when a business was found with a broken front door, according to Cape Girardeau police officer Bobby Newton. Officers determined that about $3,000 worth of merchandise had been stolen. The suspect has not…

Shooting at Mayfield football game sends players, fans scrambling

KBSI FOX23 News at 9 p.m.

MAYFIELD, Ky. (KBSI) — A shooting at a Mayfield High School football game Friday night sent players and coaches scrambling from the field and left one person injured, according to authorities. The Mayfield Police Department said the gunfire occurred in a parking area adjacent to War Memorial Stadium. One adult victim was taken by ambulance to Jackson Purchase Medical Center…

Mostly Sunny Friday, Weekend Cool Down Ahead

Forecast: Another sunny day ahead across the heartland on Friday, with high temperatures today in the mid and upper 80s. We will see a north-northeasterly breeze between 5 and 10 miles per hour. Low temperatures this evening will drop into the lower and middle 60s with mostly clear skies and a light breeze. One more day of near-average temperatures ahead…

SEMO Redhawks look to “Sack Hunger,” through a continued partnership with SEMO Food Bank

SEMO Food Bank (Source: FOX23 MMJ Shelby Brown)CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI)— Southeast Missouri State University’s football team will once again team up with the SEMO Food Bank this fall for the “Sack Hunger” fundraiser, turning game changing defensive sacks into donations that help fight food insecurity in the region. In 2024, the Redhawks recorded 30 QB sacks, generating $15,000 for…

Music festival raises money for those affected by Delta tornado

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – A music festival aimed at raising money for those affected by the Delta tornado will take place in downtown Cape Girardeau. Ebb and Flow Fermentations located in downtown Cape Girardeau will be the venue holding the music festival with 6 different bands playing, many of the talent is local. Doors will open at 3 pm…