ILLINOIS(KBSI) – Budget cuts continue under the Trump Administration that could lead to complete overhaul of a more than 60-year-old program. Under the newest proposal cuts could be seen to programs like Head Start, a program established in 1965 that provides services such as education, healthcare, meals, social support and more to children from birth to age 5. The Trump…
Showers and thunderstorms are possible today, especially in the afternoon hours. Below is what our StormCast weather model is showing for timing, location, and duration. It is going to be a warm day, as well. Lot’s of us will get into the 80s for highs in the afternoon. More storms are possible Friday, then we cool down quite a bit…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Authorities are recovering a body from the Mississippi River in Cape Girardeau. Police received a call about the body around 9 a.m. and responded to the Red Star Boat Ramp along with the fire department and multiple marine response crews. The identity of the body has not been released. A death investigation is underway after…
(KBSI) Starting Monday, April 28, the U.S. 45 Ohio River “Brookport” Bridge between Paducah, KY and Brookport, IL, will have daytime closures (8 AM to 3 PM) for a second week of required inspections. The bridge is expected to be closed Monday – Friday, April 28 to May 2, 8 AM to 3 PM, weekdays only. The KYTC says they…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) — Catholics across the region are uniting in remembrance of Pope Francis and reflecting on his legacy as they await the selection of the 267th leader of the Catholic Church. Members of Sacred Heart Church in Southern Illinois said the papacy represents a critical role in the faith, tracing its lineage back to Saint Peter, whom…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) — As we remember the legacy of Pope Francis, people are also looking ahead, wondering who will be taking up the responsibilities of the papacy. While any baptized Catholic male is eligible, only cardinals have been selected since 1378. Matthew Bunson is a leading authority on the papacy and the Catholic Church. He’s the executive editor…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) — Following a stabbing incident at a private event at the AC Brase Arena over the weekend. Cape Girardeau officials are reassuring residents about the safety of the city’s parks. On Sunday night around 10 p.m., police responded to a report at the AC Brase Arena. Officers later discovered that a person had been stabbed multiple…
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Wednesday, sunny and warm with a chance for non-severe storms in parts of northern Arkansas. Temperatures staying in the 70s and 80s, with storm chances increasing Thursday and Friday. Wednesday morning, temperatures in the 50s for all of us. Wednesday, temperatures in the upper 70s and lower 80s, with calm winds and mostly sunny skies. Thursday, a chance for some…
ST. LOUIS, Mo., (KBSI) — The St. Louis Zoo’s 5-month-old Asian elephant calf, Jet, will begin making regular appearances in the River’s Edge area. Jet’s schedule will vary, but visitors may spot him exploring the habitat or catch a glimpse of him from the Emerson Zooline Railroad. The zoo is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. during the…
(KBSI) — A section of Route FF in Cape Girardeau County will be closed Tuesday, April 29, as Missouri Department of Transportation crews replace a culvert under the roadway. The closure will occur from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., weather permitting, on a stretch of road between County Road 435 and County Road 436 near Fruitland. In a separate project,…
PERRY COUNTY, Mo., (KBSI) — A local beekeeper has made a rare discovery in southeastern Missouri, uncovering a large external beehive. Dave LeClere, the owner and beekeeper of LeClere Estates Apiary, is a six-year veteran of collecting swarms, he stumbled upon the nearly 2- to 3-foot-long hive, which was surprisingly empty. LeClere estimates the hive took almost a year to…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – Pope Francis sadly passed away on April 21, 2025. Now many people have questions on who the next Pope will be. Between 15 and 20 days after the pope’s death the college of Cardinals will meet in the Sistine Chapel for a conclave to elect the new pope. Frank Lacopo is an Assistant History Professor at…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) — The day after Easter, known as Holy Monday, holds deep significance for the Catholic community. Churches and schools closed in observance of the holy day, allowing many to reflect on the recent death of Pope Francis and what lies ahead for the Church. FOX23 reached out to local clergy to learn more about the late…
JACKSON, Mo. (KBSI) – With Easter Sunday falling on April 20 this year, local cannabis advocates are using the unique overlap to host events aimed at community engagement and education. Buttheadz Growers Club, based in Jackson, held its first-ever SEMO 420 Festival this weekend. Organizers say the event was created not only to celebrate the cannabis holiday but also to…
Tonight, storms possible into tomorrow morning. Monday and Tuesday, sunny and warm. Temperatures staying in the 70s and 80s, with more storm chances Thursday and Friday. Monday morning, a bit mild with temperatures in the 50s and 60s for all of us. Southwest winds will be gusting up to 25 mph. Monday, temperatures in the low to mid 70s, with…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) — Protesters gathered Saturday at Capaha Park’s Freedom Corner for a “No Kings” protest, telling me for the protection of democracy and the preservation of the U.S. Constitution. Organized by the SEMO Protect Democracy group, the rally drew participants from across the political spectrum. “We’re out here today because we want to give voice to the…
Easter Sunday, a slight risk next to an Enhanced risk for severe weather. Strong to severe storms look to stay in SE Missouri, with potential for damaging winds and large hail and a possible tornado. Storm timing is 4pm-midnight. A couple of TORNADOES will be possible in SE Missouri. LARGE HAIL up to 2″+ in diameter (up to tennis ball size…
MISSOURI(KBSI) – After May 7, 2025, those who wish to fly domestically will be required to carry a Real ID in response to the 9/11 terror attacks in an attempt to increase security measures for flyers. Trish Vincent is the Missouri Department of Revenue Director. “The federal government came up with ways that states could issue their federal driver’s license and…
PATTON, Mo. (KBSI) — First grade students at Meadow Heights School District got a hands on lesson in healthy eating during a special Field Trip Friday visit from nutrition expert Hannah Schellman. Schellman joined Mrs. Penford’s class to teach students the basics of nutrition and how what they eat affects their bodies and minds. “So this is first grade, right?…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – First responders in Cape Girardeau are encouraging drivers to take extra precautions this Easter weekend as families, friends and loved ones travel to celebrate the holiday. Officer Bobby Newton with the Cape Girardeau Police Department said drivers can expect increased traffic on local roadways due to Easter gatherings on Sunday. “We’ve got the Easter holiday…
POPLAR BLUFF, Mo., (KBSI) — People observed the religious holiday Good Friday by volunteering to help with ongoing storm damage clean-up from the EF-3 tornado that hit Butler County in March. The Edington family in Poplar Bluff is one of the many families who were directly impacted by the tornado. Today was the second day Samaritan’s Purse volunteers came to…
St. Louis Blues, Oskar Sundqvist, pc:Branton Beard ST. LOUIS, Mo. (KBSI) – For the first time since 2021, the St. Louis Blues are heading back to the Stanley Cup Playoffs, thanks to a dominant second half of the season surge that included a franchise record 12 game win streak. A 19-4-3 finish to the regular season, good for 41 points…