CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Layoffs at the U.S. Education Department announced by the Trump administration Tuesday evening, is leaving some educators, students and families wondering what’s next. The cuts are set to put more than 1,300 people out of a job. Combined with those who already took voluntary so called, “buyouts” — that reduces the department’s head count to…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo.(KBSI) — A scary moment unfolded at the intersection of Frederick and Independence street when a car came barreling toward a building with people inside. Cece Boos, who was working inside at the time, recalled the experience. “I was working inside this building on something, and I heard a big crash,” Boos said. “I looked up, and this…
Temperatures are going to be warm again on Thursday. We’ll start in the middle 50s, which is close to our average high this time of year! There’s a small chance we might see some storms (see below) in the morning. They aren’t expected to amount to much. Highs in the afternoon are going to be WAY above average. Our StormCast…
(KBSI) – Route E in New Madrid County will be closed as Missouri Department of Transportation crews replace a culvert under the roadway. This section of roadway is located from route w to Route D near Lilbourn, Mo. Weather permitting, work will take place Monday, March 17th through Friday, March 28th from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. The Kentucky…
FREDERICKTOWN, Mo., (KBSI) — The City Pool will not open for the season due to the city’s inability to hire and train a pool manager in time. The pool manager is responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the facility, including overseeing lifeguard management, safety protocols, scheduling and concessions. Without a qualified pool manager, the city cannot guarantee…
MISSOURI(KBSI) – Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe signed a proclamation today March 11, 2025, in an effort to raise education around Alzheimer’s after more than 122,000 Missourians suffer from the disease according to the Alzheimer’s Association. Lydia Hess is the Southeast Missouri Alzheimer’s Association Program Manager. She says many families need a support system after a loved one has received a…
Pexels Pixabay 264636As the cost of food and other necessities continues to rise, many families in Cape Girardeau are feeling the strain. Local organizations, including the United Way, are stepping up efforts to ease the burden on those struggling to make ends meet. For families living paycheck to paycheck, providing for children has become increasingly difficult. The emotional toll is…
Friday evening through late Friday night, STRONG to SEVERE storms LIKELY. These storms will happen at night and could produce some brief tornadoes with damaging winds and small hail. StormCast shows some moderate to heavy rainfall, with some SEVERE potential moving through 8pm-2am Friday night into early Saturday morning. By 1:00am Saturday morning, storms will move east into Paducah and…
MARQUAND, Mo. (KBSI) — The East Missouri Action Agency (EMAA) continued its mission to fight poverty on Tuesday, bringing much-needed resources to families in the town of Marquand. With boots on the ground, the agency provided assistance for rent, energy costs, and other essential needs, offering relief to a community with minimal access to financial aid. “This is a low-income…
(KBSI) – IDOT has announced a temporary closure of southbound Interstate 57 between exits 30 and 45 in Williamson County. The closure will allow for emergency guardrail and pavement repairs. Southbound traffic will be redirected to eastbound interstate 24 south of Marion. Repairs are expected to be completed overnight, with all lanes reopening by 7 a.m. Wednesday. A portion of…
SIKESTON, Mo. (KBSI) – Local food pantries are combatting hunger as high food insecurity rates increase. The Southeast Missouri Food Bank has released their 2024 annual report and according to the report 12.88 million Missourians received food last year and with rising grocery costs they only expect those numbers to increase. These numbers resulting in 14.16 million pounds of food handed…
JOHNSTON CITY, Ill., (KBSI) — Two people were arrested on drug charges after Williamson County Sheriff’s deputies executed a search warrant on March 8, 2025. According to the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office, the residence had a history of drug activity. Law enforcement had been investigating it for several months. During a search of the residence, deputies found methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia,…
(KBSI) -A portion of KY453/IUKA in Livingston County has closed due to a collapsed box culvert. The closure, that started this morning, is located southeast of Smithland, between KY 937 Cutoff road and Cothron road, according to the Kentucky transportation cabinet. The cabinet says it is unclear when the roadway will reopen. Paducah water will close one lane of Broadway…
A warm week is expected, with temperatures in the 70s until Saturday. Rain chances begin Wednesday night, with scattered showers likely on Thursday. Storms are expected from Friday evening through Saturday morning. The day 6 severe weather outlook indicates a 15% chance of severe weather in our viewing area on Friday. Monday morning, temperatures in the low to mid 30s…
MOUNDS, Ill., (KBSI) — Students at Meridian High School received free haircuts from barber and therapist Dr. Ryan Reed, Ph.D. QMHP, while discussing mental health and self-care. It’s called groom therapy – an innovative new approach to mental health care that combines haircuts with self-care, mental health awareness and therapeutic conversations – all in a familiar and comfortable setting. Reed…
(KBSI) – Heads up for drivers: Significant rainfall earlier this week has forced plan lane closure on McClean Ave. in Hopkinsville. That closure is extended into Monday. Route 51 in Stoddard County and Butler Counties will be down to one lane for bridge maintenance. The road is located near Fisk. It should also be finished by March 10th. Route 72…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) — A Cape Girardeau man has been charged with assault after allegedly striking another person in the head with a firearm, authorities said. The incident occurred around 4:30 p.m. Thursday on Good Hope Street, according to police. The victim reported that 34-year-old Brandon Blagg hit him with a gun, causing a severe head wound. Blagg, who…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., On today’s Field Trip Friday, we’re at Jefferson Elementary visiting Ms. Stagner’s fourth grade class to spread the word about nutritious food and a healthy diet. Categories: Field Trip Fridays, News Tags: cape public school, Field Trip Friday, FOX23, Fresh Healthy Café, healthy eating, Jefferson Elementary
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — VFW Post 3838 and The Wake Foundation will host a Veterans Honor Flight Send-off Event on March 27 at the Cape Girardeau Regional Airport. The event will honor 50 local veterans and their guardians before they depart on a trip to Washington, D.C., to visit national memorials and monuments. The trip is provided at no…
Cape Girardeau police are investigating a new incident near Rally’s restaurant on Sprigg Street, the same area that has seen multiple violent episodes involving guns since early September. Witnesses reported seeing police cars swarm the area across from the Show Me Center, with one man being taken away in an ambulance after appearing to have a bloody face. Some also…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) — The City of Cape Girardeau is approaching the final day for submissions to its Endangered Buildings List, an initiative aimed at preserving historically significant structures at risk of deterioration. For the past decade, the city’s Historic Preservation Commission has compiled this list to raise awareness about Cape Girardeau’s aging architecture, which plays a crucial role…
MISSISSIPPI COUNTY, Mo., (KBSI) — A corrections officer at Southeast Correctional Center has been charged with smuggling fentanyl into the prison, resulting in multiple overdoses and two inmate deaths. Kristen Overy, 39, allegedly hid the drugs in her uniform and brought them into the prison between April 25, 2022, and May 11, 2022. Inmates Van Wilson and Ralph Cato were…
CAPE GIRARDEAU COUNTY, Mo., (KBSI) — Wavis Jordan, the former Cape Girardeau County coroner, has been convicted of falsifying death certificates and stealing from a deceased person. Jordan was found guilty on March 6 of three felony counts of providing false information to vital records and one misdemeanor count of stealing. The verdict followed a two-day bench trial. Prosecutors with…
(KBSI) – Significant rainfall earlier this week has forced plan lane closure on McClean Ave. in Hopkinsville. That closure is extended into Monday. Crews plan to complete pouring concrete on Monday in order to give them the time needed for materials to set. Work should be finished by March 10th. Route 51 in Stoddard County and Butler Counties will be…