Fall leaves turn colors on the University of Missouri campus Nov. 6, 2023. Sam O’Keefe/University of MissouriCOLUMBIA, Mo. (KBSI) — The University of Missouri is bracing for potential budget cuts, with officials discussing steps to minimize financial impact while awaiting final decisions on federal funding. In a letter to faculty and staff, university leadership warned of possible reductions and efforts…
(KBSI) – The Illinois Department of Transportation plans work zone lane restrictions on Interstate 24. This will be on the Ohio River Bridge between Paducah and Metropolis at the KY/IL state line. It is set to begin Monday the 3rd. Work will include replacement of expansion joints and deck overlay, structural steel repairs, bridge painting and other concrete repairs. Traffic…
Temperatures will be in the 50s and 60s this week. Wednesday night, rain is looking likely due to a small cold front. Tuesday morning, we’ll wake up with temperatures in the low to mid 30s for all of us and a light southwest breeze. Tuesday, temperatures warm back up into the upper 50s and lower 60s for all of us….
PUXICO, Mo. (FOX 23) — Over 10 fire crews from neighboring towns battled flames for 13 hours yesterday, leaving Puxico’s community in shock. The aftermath has left local business owners and residents with a day of remembrance they won’t soon forget. The scene in Puxico is one of destruction: burnt string lights hanging from broken buildings, water still spraying from…
PUXICO, Mo. (KBSI) — A devastating fire went through downtown Puxico early Saturday morning, engulfing three historic buildings and leaving much of the small town in shock. Fire crews from at least 10 different departments battled the flames from as far as Poplar Bluff for hours, contending not only with the intense blaze but also a emptied water supply. Ted…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) — What began as a routine attempt to buy a gaming console quickly turned into a dangerous situation. Two unknown men showed up to the exchange, one pulled a gun on the buyer, demanding his money. The incident occurred around 9 p.m. last night, police said, as they continue to investigate the armed robbery. Residents of…
BENTON, Ky., (KBSI) – After severe flooding throughout Kentucky, a landslide on the side of a road in Marshall County has closed a section of the road indefinitely. Marshall County Road Department Superintendent Roy Wadkins showed FOX23 the damaged section of the road. “We think it’s a spring under the road that’s building up water,” he said, “and then with…
(KBSI) – The Missouri Department of Transportation plans to replace a bridge on northbound U.S. Route 67 over Otter Creek in Wayne County. The bridge, located between County Road 547 and County Road 546, is slated for replacement with work potentially beginning in July and should take about four months to complete. The Illinois Department of Transportation plans work zone…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) – The Chateau officially opened its new Montessori-based Memory Care wing, The Meadows, with a grand opening celebration Thursday. The event featured an open house and ribbon-cutting ceremony, drawing community supporters and guests. The Cape Girardeau Area Chamber of Commerce and Jackson Missouri Area Chamber of Commerce participated in the celebration. The Chateau expressed gratitude to…
ILLINOIS(KBSI) – Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker delivered his seventh state fiscal year budget address for 2016 on February 19th 2025. Under the new proposal is a spending total of 55.234 billion. Some areas of education saw a proposed budget increase while some areas stayed the same. This has some Illinois educators wondering what’s next. Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker proposed a budget plan…
(KBSI) – Northbound Interstate 55 will be closed as the Missouri Department of Transportation works with the Missouri State Highway Patrol to help remove a semi truck from the median. This section of roadway is located from Exit 8 to Exit 14. Traffic will be detoured at Exit 8 to Route H north to Route U. At Route U drivers…
BENTON Ky. (KBSI) – After a week of back-to-back weather challenges, Kentucky’s roadways are beginning to clear. Emergency crews and plows are now reporting that many roads are once again safe for travel. Carrie Dillard, public information officer for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 1, said the combination of flooding and snow has kept crews busy since Sunday. “These back-to-back…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Local staff and students said they’re alarmed by the Trump administration’s decision to give schools and universities two weeks to end diversity initiatives — known as DEI — or risk losing federal money. Southeast Missouri State University international student Gabriel César said he’s concerned about how he could be impacted. “I’m definitely a little concerned…
Warmer weather is on the way, but we need to get past Friday first. We start the day with a Cold Weather Advisory in place to the south. Temperatures are expected to be close to zero for just about everybody with a light north breeze with will know the wind chill to below zero. The warm up begins Friday afternoon,…
(Source: Pok Rie)CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – A sense of relief is in the air for many families in the area, as most have regained power after days without it during January’s ice storm. Officials from Citizens Electric in Perryville say they’ve worked tirelessly to restore power, ensuring that most customers now have their lights and heat back on. Kelli…
(KBSI) – Several roads in Western Kentucky remain closed due to high water and icy conditions following this weekend’s flooding event and Monday’s snowfall. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet reported that some roads have reopened, but others remain closed until flood-related debris is cleared and icy patches are addressed. In Crittenden County, Ky 1917 is closed due to high water. In Livingston…
OBION COUNTY, Tn., (KBSI) – Obion County flood victims returned home to an icy landscape, after a winter storm Tuesday night. Layers of ice formed over the top of water overflowing from the streets of Rives and overtaking residents’ yards. Despite the ice, the water is low enough for residents to return home. Now they’re assessing the damage. Wednesday afternoon,…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – As winter weather sweeps through Missouri, drivers who made their way onto the roads found themselves struggling with slick, icy conditions. Some ended up stranded, requiring the assistance of tow truck operators working tirelessly to keep vehicles moving. “It’s a lot more difficult because you don’t have much traction on any of these vehicles, even…
Snowfall totals were impressive! The range from 11.0″ near Patton, MO to just under 3.0″ in Poplar Bluff. A COLD WEATHER ADVISORY is in place for the KBSI viewing area through Thursday morning. Extreme Cold Warnings are in place nearby. Temperatures will start off very close to zero for just about everyone. The wind chill will be in the single…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – Warming centers across the region are gearing up to open as snow and colder temperatures move through the area. Warming centers saying they see a critical need for volunteers when temperatures drop. Tara Lang is on the advisory board for the Salvation Army of Cape Girardeau. She says they are open as an overnight warming…
A COLD WEATHER ADVISORY is in place late Wednesday into Thursday. Along with below average temperatures, the wind chill will be in the teens below zero. Before we get to the very cold temperatures late Wednesday into Thursday, it’s still going to be cold. Highs for Wednesday will be around 25 degrees below average. The wind chill will be in…
PADUCAH, Ky. (KBSI) – Snowfall is complicating conditions in parts of Kentucky already affected by flooding. The snow, which has been falling steadily throughout the afternoon, continues to cause difficulties for residents and businesses in the area. Locals saying how they are staying safe in these slick conditions. Micah Seavers, the owner of Seavers Beavers & More Management, emphasized the…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) — As snow continues to fall across Cape Girardeau into the overnight hours, road conditions are not ideal, making travel dangerous for residents. Drivers in the area expressed their concerns today about the slick roads as they struggled to navigate the winter storm. “Yeah, it’s snowing out here. I can hardly stand—nonetheless, drive,” said Levi McWilson,…
OBION COUNTY, Tn., (KBSI) – Snowfall Tuesday may delay Rives residents from returning home, after being evacuated Sunday due to severe flooding. Rives Fire Chief Campbell Rice said many of the evacuees found temporary shelter with family and friends, some stayed in hotel rooms, and some have been able to return home as the water continues to recede. Others are…