CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — The Cape Girardeau Special Response Team (SRT) assisted the Southeast Missouri (SEMO) Drug Task Force in executing a search warrant at a local residence earlier today. The SRT provided tactical support to the SEMO Drug Task Force during the execution of the warrant, ensuring a safe and secure environment for all parties involved. Residents in…
As we move into Friday, there is a MODERATE RISK for severe storms across much of our area. Below is what our StormCast weather model is showing for timing, location, and duration of the storm potential. Large, long track tornadoes will be possible as the day unfolds. The area shaded in yellow below has the highest risk for this to…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) — A woman is recovering after a violent assault Tuesday evening, May 13, 2025, on the Cape LaCroix bike trail in Cape Girardeau. Police have arrested an 18-year-old suspect who is now facing felony charges. Officers responded to a report of an assault near the 2100 block of Brink Avenue. The victim told police she had…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) — A construction project at Cape Girardeau Regional Airport is set to begin in early June, but officials say it won’t impact flight services. Reconstruction of Taxiway Delta, one of the airport’s aging pavement sections, is scheduled to start the week of June 2. The taxiway connects to the main runway and is primarily used by…
(KBSI) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) Graves County Highway Maintenance Crew plans to temporarily close a section of KY 564, near the intersection with KY 1124, starting at 8 a.m. tomorrow. A crew will replace a cross drain near mile point 7.82 of KY 564, between KY 1124 and Usher Road. The work is expected to be completed by…
SOUTHEAST Mo. (KBSI) – According to the Map the Meal Gap study food insecurity rates have risen. Locally, the report reveals that 22.4% of children in Southeast Missouri live in food-insecure households. Southeast Missouri Food Bank, which serves 16 counties, is part of the Feeding America network of more than 200 food banks, 22 statewide associations, and 60,000 food pantries…
Thursday, there is a SLIGHT risk for severe weather. Scattered storms will be possible Thursday afternoon into late Thursday night. A few tornadoes will be possible. Large hail (especially within the black hash mark shaded region) will be possible with 2″ hail in diameter or larger possible. Damaging wind will also be of concern with storms that come through. StormCast shows…
Thursday, there is a SLIGHT risk for severe weather in parts of southern Illinois, SE Missouri and western Kentucky. Friday evening into early Saturday will be the best chance for severe weather in the KBSI viewing area. Definitely be weather aware Friday. A big warmup Thursday and Friday, with scattered rain and storm chances continuing into the weekend. Thursday, there…
BUTLER COUNTY, Mo., (KBSI) — The deadline is coming up for Butler County residents affected by the early April severe weather to receive financial assistance from the American Red Cross. Red Cross external relations volunteer Donna Davis said there are five days left for people to respond and accept the Red Cross’s invitation to proceed. She said they’ve reached out…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI)— The Cape Girardeau Police Department is investigating a series of recent thefts, including stolen vehicles, and construction equipment, leading officials to remind residents to secure their belongings as summer time weather brings an increase in theft. “With summer, we see longer days, more foot traffic, and unfortunately, more thefts from vehicles,” said Public Information Officer Bobby…
(KBSI) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) Lyon County Highway Maintenance Crew plans a daytime closure on KY 810 between the KY 810 interstate overpass and George Thomas Road tomorrow. A crew will replace a cross drain near the 5.4-mile marker of KY 810, west of Kuttawa. Work will begin at 8:30 a.m. and is expected to be completed by…
SCOTT CITY, Mo. (KBSI) – A Scott City resident is being recognized for his quick actions that led to saving a little girls life. On April 30, 2025, Luke McClellan was driving through Scott City on his way home when he passed a house engulfed in flames. McClellan ultimately saved an 8-year-old little girl through a side window. Heartbreakingly a…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — A shooting suspect’s phone may have captured the incident, according to court documents. A woman is in critical condition after being shot just before midnight on Sunday, May 11, 2025. According to court documents, the shooting and the moments leading up to it may have been captured on the suspect’s own phone. Officers responded to…
(KBSI) A contractor for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is planning a daytime, work zone lane restriction along KY 339 in Graves County starting tomorrow. A crew will be paving along KY 339 from about the 30.5- to 32.5-mile markers, south of the community of Lowes. This is between KY 408 and KY 2588/School Street. Motorists should be alert for signage…
Tuesday, scattered to isolated storm chances move into the viewing area, with the best chances east of the Mississippi River. Thursday, a 15% chance for severe weather in parts of southern Illinois, SE Missouri and western Kentucky. Friday, the best chance for severe weather in the KBSI viewing area. Definitely be weather aware Thursday and especially Friday. A big warmup…
SOUTHEAST, Mo., (KBSI) — For some parent’s summer break means a higher grocery bill which can bring added stress. Local organizations are helping to combat child hunger this summer by participating in Missouri’s Free Summer Food Program. Many organizations throughout Southeast Missouri are participating in Missouri’s Summer Food Program to provide kids with healthy meals through summer break. Lester Gillespie,…
PADUCAH, Ky., (KBSI) — A contractor for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet plans to impose nighttime lane restrictions along U.S. 45/Lone Oak Road in McCracken County, starting Monday. A paving crew will work in short segments, beginning near the Hannan Plaza shopping center and continuing toward the Hucks convenience store near the intersection with KY 1241 in Lone Oak. The work…
MALDEN, Mo., (KBSI) – The city of Malden has taken over a troubled sewer district in Dunklin County, where residents have reported sewage backing up into their yards due to years of mismanagement and deteriorating infrastructure. Mayor Denton Kooyman said the city assumed control of the sewer district after a court order handed it over, following alleged embezzlement by the…
Monday and Tuesday, scattered to isolated storm chances move into the viewing area. Thursday, a 15% chance for severe weather in parts of southern Illinois and SE Missouri. A big warmup late next week, with scattered rain and storm chances continuing. Numerous showers and scattered thunderstorms can be expected late tonight through Monday. Main concern being, heavy downpours and lightning….
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) -Cheers and applause rang through the Show Me Center as thousands gathered Saturday to celebrate Southeast Missouri State University’s commencement ceremony. The graduation marked a milestone for graduates, families, and the university, including handing out an honorary doctorate to comedian Cedric the Entertainer, a SEMO alumni. “It’s just really crazy to think we made it through…
Mother’s Day, temperatures warming up with storm chances in the late evening hours. Monday and Tuesday, scattered to isolated storm chances move into the viewing area. Thursday, a 15% chance for severe weather in parts of southern Illinois and SE Missouri. A big warmup late next week, with scattered rain and storm chances continuing. Sunday morning, temperatures in the 50s…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) — One person is dead and another injured following a Friday afternoon shooting in Cape Girardeau, activating the Cape Girardeau/Bollinger County Major Case Squad. Just before 1 p.m. on May 9, Cape Girardeau police were dispatched to the 1500 block of Whitener Street after reports of shots fired and a person shot. Officers arrived to find…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) — A new partnership will take Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO) students farther and more easily. The partnership between SEMO and Cape Girardeau County Transit Authority (CGCTA) will significantly expand transportation access and improve service, according to university officials. Starting July 1, 2025, SEMO will be transitioning its transit services over to CGCTA and will be…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – Here’s a look at your orange barrel report heading into the weekend. We breakdown what construction areas are going into affect, and are still being worked on in the area. Categories: News