CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) — Widespread flooding from recent severe weather has forced multiple road closures across southeast Missouri and western Kentucky, creating travel issues and raising concerns about damages. In Missouri, Route P to Route 77 in Cape Girardeau County is closed due to high water. In Dunklin County, flooding has shut down Route E from College Avenue to…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) — With President Donald Trump’s 90-day pause on trade tariffs, U.S. markets experienced quite a ride Thursday, with both the Dow Jones Industrial Average and the S&P 500 closing significantly higher following a dip in the morning. The Dow moved between 37,000 and 45,000 points, ultimately ending the day with a 7.87% gain. The S&P 500…
There is a level 1 and 2 “Marginal” to “Slight” Risk for severe storms Thursday. Storms will be possible in the afternoon and early evening. Below is what our StormCast weather model is showing for timing, location, and duration of the storms Thursday. Storms that do for will have the potential for severe weather. Hail is the most likely of…
(KBSI)-Many roads are covered in water from the fallout from the severe weather over the past week causing many traveling problems.. In Cape Girardeau – Route P to Route 77 closed. In Dunklin County – Route E – College AVE. to Vandeventer street in Kennett also closed. In Butler County – Route N – County Road 243 to County Road…
MISSOURI(KBSI) – The number of Missouri students being chronically absent continues to rise according to data released by the Missouri Department of Secondary and Elementary Education (DESI). Missouri school districts are at an all-time high for student absences and data analysts are saying parents and policy makers should be aware. Chronic absenteeism has become a significant concern for Missouri school districts…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI)— Voters across the Cape Girardeau area headed to the polls Tuesday to decide on a range of local issues, including the proposed extension of the Transportation Trust Fund (TTF-7), a half-cent sales tax, with no tax increase for citizens, that funds city road improvements. First approved in 1995, the Transportation Trust Fund has been renewed every…
Wednesday looks to be warm, with temperatures in the 60s. A few scattered rain chances and thunderstorm chances Wednesday and Thursday. We look to cool down after Thursday. A FLOOD WARNING is in effect until further notice, for parts of Kentucky. Widespread flooding is happening throughout parts of our viewing area. Wednesday morning, temperatures in the 30s, with calm winds. South winds…
(KBSI) – Many roads are covered in water from the fallout from the severe weather over the past week causing many traveling problems. In Butler County – Route 158 to Missouri 142 and 67 South are closed. In Cape Girardeau – Route EE- route 25 to county road 249 closed. route p – mo 25 to county road 268 also…
(Source: Callie Todaro)CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – Storms and flooding have caused additional problems for the city of Cape Girardeau, as Alliance Water Resources reports a sewer main break near the loading docks in the area. The break, which occurred over the weekend, involves a 24-inch force main that burst near the railroad tracks by the dry docks. J.J. Ridings, local…
SOUTHEAST, Mo. (KBSI) – Rainfall in Southeast Missouri has caused flooding and road closures. The Missouri Department of Transportation(MoDot) is urging drivers to be aware of road closures and road safety. Amy Bryant is the Maintenance Engineer for MoDots Southeast district. She says MoDot workers were working around the clock over the weekend after the Southeast Missouri area experienced heavy…
A FREEZE WARNING is in effect tonight through Tuesday morning. Temperatures near freezing or a few degrees below freezing. A FLOOD WARNING is in effect until further notice, for parts of Kentucky. Widespread flooding is happening throughout parts of our viewing area. Tuesday morning, temperatures in the 20s and 30s, with a northeast wind 5-15 mph. Temperatures will feel in the…
(KBSI) – Multiple roads and highways are closed due to flooding in southeast Missouri and western Kentucky, causing travel disruptions. In Butler County, Missouri, Route W is closed as the Missouri Department of Transportation replaces a culvert under the roadway. The closure is between County Road 533 and County Road 536, and work is expected to take place Monday and…
DELTA, Mo. (KBSI) — The Delta Community Center hosted an event today to support residents affected by the recent tornado, offering free hot meals and assistance for recovery needs. Trays of freshly grilled food were carried into the center, with people taking containers of food home. James Colyer, Quartermaster of the Cape Girardeau VFW Post 3838, volunteered to cook slabs…
A FLOOD WARNING is in effect until further notice. Widespread flooding is happening throughout our viewing area. A FREEZE WATCH is in effect starting late Monday through Tuesday morning. Temperatures starting out in the 30s and warming up into the lower 60s, under sunny skies. Monday morning, temperatures in the low to upper 30s, with a north wind 5-15 mph….
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CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo.(KBSI) — As forecasts call for heavy rain overnight and throughout the weekend, city officials and public works crews in Cape Girardeau have been working throughout the week to help ensure roadways remain as safe and clear as possible. “It looks like we’re going to get quite a bit of rain tonight,” said Brock Davis, Assistant Public Works…
A TORNADO WATCH is in place for the very southern part of the KBSI viewing area through Saturday evening. For the latest severe weather alerts, go HERE. For up to the minute radar, go HERE. And we would love to see video of any storm footage you may get (safely!). You can upload that using our Now Local News App…
POPLAR BLUFF, Mo., (KBSI) – Missouri Task Force 1 (MO-TF1) has been activated to respond to forecasted flooding in Poplar Bluff, MO. The Type III Task Force is set to deploy this afternoon, with 48 members and two canine units, to assist local authorities in flood-related emergency response operations starting tomorrow morning. The task force will bring an extensive array…
GAGE, Ky. (KBSI) – The Ballard County community is holding onto hope today after a tornado touched down in the area on the evening of Wednesday April 2, 2025 leaving its mark on both buildings and the community. An 8-year-old remains in critical condition after his family pulled into a church parking lot to seek safety from the storm and were directly…
A TORNADO WATCH is in effect through tonight for parts of the KBSI viewing area. A few tornadoes possible through this evening. The Storm Prediction Center has upgraded more of southeast Missouri to either an Enhanced or Moderate risk (Level 3 or Level 4) for severe weather. The black hash marks below mean a 10-29 percent chance for an EF-2…
The Storm Prediction Center Friday morning has upgraded more of southeast Missouri to either an Enhanced or Moderate risk (Level 3 or Level 4) for severe weather. The Level 3 (orange) meaning numerous severe storms possible, if not widespread storms likely especially for those in red (above) from Poplar Bluff back through Arkansas. All severe weather threats will be possible,…
DELTA, Mo. (KBSI) – UPDATE: Those interested in volunteering for sandbagging efforts can report to the Black River Coliseum lobby at 10 a.m., 2 p.m. or 4 p.m. today. Alternatively, volunteers can join Samaritan’s Purse sandbagging team at First Baptist Church at 12:30 p.m. Community members in need of sandbags can pick them up outside the Downtown Farmer’s Market in…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo.(KBSI) — Businesses in downtown Cape Girardeau are picking up the pieces after a powerful storm swept through the area overnight, leaving behind significant damage. On Spanish Street, debris covered the sidewalks as shop owners cleaned up the aftermath. One of them was Charles Bertrand, with the Spanish Street Mercantile, who worked late covering his broken window. “We…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – Many businesses in the Cape Girardeau area are cleaning up after they took a direct hit from last night’s storms. Liz Haynes is the Executive Director of Old Town Cape Inc and she talks about the community coming together and helping neighbors. “Ya know it’s just been so encouraging rallying around in support, just down…