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A sixth grader was killed and five other people were wounded by a 17-year-old suspect in a shooting Thursday at a small-town Iowa high school, authorities in Perry, Iowa, said.
Authorities say a sixth grader was killed and five other people were wounded by a 17-year-old suspect in a shooting at a high school in Perry, Iowa. A law enforcement official says the suspect in the shooting Thursday in Perry, Iowa, has died. A spokesperson said three gunshot victims were taken by....
The Cape Retirement Community, Inc. dba The Chateau Girardeau has a new chief executive officer. James R. “Jimmy” Wilferth was appointed its new CEO. More: https://www.kbsi23.com/news/the-chateau-girardeau-names-new-ceo/ (Photo source: The Chateau Girardeau)
A petition filed by five voters on Thursday seeks to bar former President Donald Trump from the Illinois Republican primary election ballot in March, claiming he is ineligible to hold office because he encouraged and did little to stop the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol. More: https://www.kbsi23.com/i/voters-file-an-objection-to-trumps-name-on-the-illinois-ballot/
The falling-block video game Tetris has met its match in 13-year-old Willis Gibson, who has become the first player to officially “beat” the original Nintendo version of the game — by breaking it.
The falling-block video game Tetris has met its match in 13-year-old Willis Gibson. In late December, he became the first player to officially beat the original Nintendo version of the game — by breaking it. Technically, Willis — aka “blue scuti” in the gaming world — made it to what gamer...
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Firefighters fought a house fire in Cobalt Village in Madison County.
COBALT VILLAGE, Mo. (KBSI) - Firefighters fought a house fire in Cobalt Village Tuesday night. The Fredericktown Fire Department was called to the 700
A Kentucky Transportation Cabinet employee was injured on Wednesday after a flagger was hit by a driver.
MCCRACKEN COUNTY, Ky. (KBSI) - A Kentucky Transportation Cabinet employee was injured just on Wednesday after a flagger was hit by a driver. It happened
Former President Donald Trump will spend Saturday’s third anniversary of the Capitol riot by holding two campaign rallies in leadoff-voting Iowa in his bid to win back the White House. To mark the moment, President Joe Biden plans to visit a site near Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, on Friday where George Washington and the struggling Continental Army endured a tough winter during the American Revolution.
Donald Trump plans to spend the third anniversary of the Capitol riot by campaigning in Iowa as he tries win back the White House. The former Republican president has two events planned for Saturday in the leadoff voting state Iowa as he marks the anniversary of what he has called “a beautiful day...
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Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear reached across the partisan divide to urge a unified effort with Republican lawmakers to uplift education, health care and the economy, saying Kentucky has an opportunity to assert itself as an “economic and a moral leader.”
Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear has reached across the partisan divide to urge a cohesive effort with Republican lawmakers to uplift Kentucky's economy, education and health care. He says the state has an opportunity to assert itself as an “economic and a moral leader.” Beshear's comments came in h...
The Eldorado School District in Illinois fired the entire boy’s basketball coaching staff. It comes after fight broke out on the court at a holiday tournament last week.
ELDORADO, Ill. (KBSI) - The Eldorado School District in Illinois fired the entire boy’s basketball coaching staff. That is five members of the coaching
Police in Perry, Iowa, say multiple people were shot at the city’s high school Thursday, early on students’ first day back in classes after their annual winter break.
A law enforcement official says the suspect in a shooting at an Iowa high school shooting has died. Police in Perry, Iowa, say multiple people were shot at the city’s high school, on students’ first day back in classes after their annual winter break. A spokesperson said two gunshot victims were...
The 'Play Your Part' Blood drive hosted by Market House Theatre
PADUCAH, Ky. (KBSI) - Market House Theatre does everything it can to give back to the community, and on Wednesday, it partnered with the American Red
Members of the public are invited to enter a t-shirt design contest for the Sikeston Hot Air Balloon Festival. The deadline to enter if Friday, January 26 at 4 p.m.
SIKESTON, Mo. (KBSI) - Members of the public are invited to enter a t-shirt design contest for the Sikeston Hot Air Balloon Festival. The deadline to
Detective Nichols and Officer Fobbs were all smiles as they talked about how proud they were of each other.
SIKESTON, Mo. (KBSI) - Phayzun Fobbs joined his mother, Detective Paula Nichols, at Sikeston DPS. Fobbs graduated from the SEMO Law Enforcement Academy on
Michelle Yeoh, Will Ferrell, Angela Bassett and Amanda Seyfried will be among the presenters at Sunday’s Golden Globe Awards.
Michelle Yeoh, Will Ferrell and Angela Bassett will be among the presenters at Sunday’s Golden Globe Awards. The show announced its first batch of presenters Wednesday. Others taking the stage will be Amanda Seyfried, Julia Garner, George Lopez and Justin Hartley. The show is known for its boozy c...
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Donald Trump has lauded the Eisenhower-era raids without using their name since he first ran for president and is now promising voters he would begin the largest domestic deportation operation in American history, exceeding the 1950s. He has escalated his verbal attacks on immigrants as he seeks a second term, telling supporters twice in recent weeks that immigrants were “poisoning the blood of our country.”
In summer 1954, the Eisenhower administration launched a military-style effort to remove Mexican immigrants who were in the country illegally. Donald Trump has lauded the raids since he first ran for president. People affected by the raids and historians argue Trump is using fragments of history for...
Four years after the last census, almost a dozen small communities in the Midwest are going to be counted again in hopes of getting a new grocery store or more state funding to build roads, fire stations and parks.
Four years after the last census, almost a dozen small communities in the Midwest are going to be counted again in hopes of getting a new grocery store or more state funding to build roads, fire stations and parks. Eleven municipalities in Illinois and Iowa are the only cities in the U.S. so far to....
Snow is possible on Friday!
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It’s small in stature, big on activity and known for a “smile,” and it’s ready to compete with 200 other dog breeds. Say hello to the Lancashire heeler, the latest breed recognized by the American Kennel Club.
A small, rare herding dog called the Lancashire heeler is the latest breed recognized by the American Kennel Club. The organization announced Wednesday that the breed is now eligible for thousands of U.S. dog shows. Lancashire heelers historically were farm helpers that could both drive cattle and r...
The reports more than 12,000 deer were taken during the alternative methods portion of deer season in Missouri.
(KBSI) - The Missouri Department of Conservation reports more than 12,000 deer were taken during the alternative methods portion of deer season.
President Joe Biden is starting the campaign year by evoking the Revolutionary War to mark the third anniversary of the deadly insurrection at the U.S. Capitol and visiting the South Carolina church where a white gunman massacred Black parishioners — seeking to present in the starkest possible terms an election he argues could determine the fate of American democracy.
President Joe Biden is starting the campaign year by evoking the Revolutionary War to mark the third anniversary of the deadly U.S. Capitol insurrection and visiting the South Carolina church where a white gunman massacred Black parishioners. The Democratic president is seeking to present in the sta...
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Former Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron has been hired to help lead a group pushing back against what it sees as “woke ideology” in the corporate sector, marking the Republican’s next chapter since losing his bid for governor in one of the nation’s most closely watched elections in 2023.
Former Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron has been hired by a group pushing back against what it sees as “woke ideology” in the corporate sector. It marks the start of Cameron's next chapter since losing his bid for governor in one of the nation’s most closely watched elections in 2023. ...
A Hazel man faces drug and other charges after a traffic stop in Calloway County.
CALLOWAY COUNTY, Ky. (KBSI) - A Hazel man faces drug and other charges after a traffic stop in Calloway County. Jeremiah K. Bailey, 25, of Hazel faces
City leaders in Carbodale invite the public to join the Stage Name Brainstorm. City leaders welcome ideas and input to name the Entertainment and Events Plaza by gathering submissions for consideration through an online form.
CARBONDALE, Ill. (KBSI) - The City of Carbondale received $2 million in grant funding from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity’s
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The Illinois High School Association issued a statement about an incident that happened on December 28 at a basketball game in Eldorado.
ELDORADO, Ill. (KBSI) - The Illinois High School Association issued a statement about an incident that happened on December 28. IHSA Statement from
Scientists have found a way to help Alzheimer’s drugs seep inside the brain faster — by temporarily breaching its protective shield.
Scientists have found a way to help Alzheimer's drugs seep inside the brain faster — using sound waves to jiggle a temporary opening in its protective shield. Some new drugs modestly slow Alzheimer's worsening by attacking brain-clogging amyloid plaque, with doses every few weeks for well over a y...
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear is set to deliver the State of the Commonwealth Address on Wednesday, January 3. More: https://www.kbsi23.com/news/ky-gov-beshear-to-deliver-state-of-the-commonwealth-address-on-jan-3/ (Photo source: Office of Kentucky Governor)
Do you still have a Christmas tree up? More than one-third (34 percent) of U.S. home fires involving Christmas trees occur in January.
(KBSI) - More than one-third (34 percent) of U.S. home fires involving Christmas trees occur in January. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
Social media has been rife in recent weeks with posts speculating that a judge is about to release a list of clients or co-conspirators of Jeffrey Epstein, the jet-setting financier who killed himself in 2019 while awaiting trial on s*x trafficking charges. There is no such list and the truth is less scandalous.
Social media has been rife in recent weeks with posts speculating that a judge is about to release a list of clients or co-conspirators of Jeffrey Epstein, the jet-setting financier who killed himself in 2019 while awaiting trial on s*x trafficking charges. There is no such list and the truth is les...
One of two men authorities have been searching for after a Christmas Day theft of a camper is in custody.
WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Ill. (KBSI) - One of two men authorities have been searching for after a Christmas Day theft of a camper is in custody. Levi J. Flute
A bomb threat emailed to officials in several states early Wednesday briefly disrupted government affairs and prompted some state capitol evacuations, but no explosives were found and federal officials quickly dismissed the threats as a hoax.
A bomb threat emailed to officials in several states has briefly disrupted government affairs and prompted some state capitol evacuations, but no explosives have been found and federal officials quickly dismissed the threats as a hoax. Connecticut, Georgia, Hawaii, Kentucky, Maine, Michigan, Minneso...
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Do you know this man? The McCracken County Sheriff’s deputies ask for your help in identifying a shoplifting suspect. More: https://www.kbsi23.com/news/mccracken-county-sheriffs-deputies-ask-for-help-identifying-shoplifting-suspect/ (Photo source: McCracken County Sheriff's Office/Facebook)
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Have you ever wanted to meet a St. Louis Cardinals baseball player? Here’s your chance! Cardinals players will be at the Osage Centre in Cape Girardeau on January 15. More: https://www.kbsi23.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-caravan-coming-to-cape-girardeau/
With winter weather expected to move through southeast Missouri on Wednesday, MoDOT is asking drivers to travel safely. More: https://www.kbsi23.com/news/modot-encourages-travelers-to-prepare-for-changing-road-conditions/
The Israel Hamas war continues, and civilians are left to pick up the pieces in uncertainty. As the war rages on in Israel civilians have come together to be there for each other. Carey Smolensky, from Illinois, is the founder of the Shalom Passion Initiative. More: https://www.kbsi23.com/news/illinois-man-starts-initiative-to-show-support-to-the-people-of-israel/
Driving impaired over the holidays can have major consequences legally and emotionally. The Illinois Department of Transportation along with Illinois State Police, and surrounding law enforcement agencies launched the annual ‘Drive Sober Get Pulled Over Campaign’. More: https://www.kbsi23.com/news/impaired-driving-can-threaten-holiday-joy/
The Boys and Girls Clubs of Southeast Missouri hired a new leader. More: https://www.kbsi23.com/news/boys-and-girls-clubs-of-semo-hire-new-ceo/
After spending the first nine months of her life in the hospital, Evangeline “Evie” Statler finally went home with her loving family a week before Christmas. More: https://www.kbsi23.com/news/preemie-born-at-23-weeks-goes-home-for-christmas-after-9-months-in-nicu/
Guess what's wrapped up in a bow of holiday happiness?🎀😊 Our staff holiday video! Dive into the festive cheer as we read you the timeless classic, "Twas the Night Before Christmas." Press play and join the celebration! 🎁🌟🎉 #HolidayJoy #TeamCelebration
AAA estimates that some 115 millions Americans will be travelling for the holidays. Are you one of them? More: https://www.kbsi23.com/news/gas-prices-rise-in-missouri-after-yearly-low-aaa-provides-travel-tips-for-holidays/
Through a water infrastructure grant program, the City of Cape Girardeau is receiving close to $200,000 for its lead service line inventory project. More: https://www.kbsi23.com/news/city-of-cape-girardeau-receives-200k-in-grant-funding/
SEMO Football's Geno Hess and SIU Football's PJ Jules’s college football careers are over, but not before 56 career games each and many more memories made. More: https://www.kbsi23.com/news/sius-pj-jules-and-semos-geno-hess-reflect-on-college-football-careers-war-for-the-wheel/
Women can now receive free cancer screenings based on their age and income. The Cape Girardeau Health Department now offers a program called Show Me Healthy Women. More: https://www.kbsi23.com/news/free-cancer-screenings-programs-for-women/
Get ready for an unforgettable Christmas Eve adventure with the FOX23 Santa Tracker! Follow Santa's magical journey from the North Pole to the heartland on KBSI23.com, and experience the joy of the holiday season like never before! Thanks to the wonderful support of Bluff Powersports , we're bringing you real-time updates on Santa's route as he delivers joy and cheer to families across the region. Join us in spreading the holiday spirit by tuning in TONIGHT and sharing the magic with your loved ones!
With a full kennel, Southeast Missouri Pets is getting ready for a holiday pajama party in hopes that it will bring in potential adoptions. More: https://www.kbsi23.com/news/southeast-missouri-pets-celebrates-holidays-with-adoption-pajama-party/
The Pope County sheriff says his department is on the lookout after reports of packages and boxes taken off of people’s porches. More: https://www.kbsi23.com/news/pope-county-sheriff-warns-residents-of-porch-thefts/
Explosive demolition for piers of the Old U.S. 60 Cumberland River “Smithland” Bridge is expected in early January. More: https://www.kbsi23.com/news/pier-demolition-of-u-s-60-cumberland-river-smithland-bridge-expected-in-january-2024/ (Video source: KYTC District 1)
The Walks Foundation donated ChemoPaks for cancer patients on Monday in Cape Girardeau. Nate Gautier from Walks with Nate explains the ChemoPacks on FOX23 News at 9 p.m. on Monday. More: https://www.kbsi23.com/news/chemopaks-donated-to-help-cancer-patients/
Watch FOX23 News at 9 tonight to learn about a new system to track respiratory illnesses. FOX23 News Multimedia Journalist Shelby Brown spoke with Illinois Department of Public Health's Chief Medical Office Arti Barnes about the new system.
A mom and her daughters threw a birthday party for Taylor Swift at Discovery Playhouse in Cape Girardeau for their favorite singer, and they are harnessing Swift’s giving spirit by donating canned goods to the Saint Mary Cathedral Food Pantry. More: https://www.kbsi23.com/news/discovery-playhouse-throws-birthday-party-for-taylor-swift/
The The Salvation Army Paducah issued an urgent call to the community for support as the Angel Tree program faces a critical shortfall. More: https://www.kbsi23.com/news/salvation-army-in-paducah-issues-urgent-call-for-donations-to-angel-tree-program/
A tornado swept through northwest Tennessee on Saturday, December 9. FOX23 Multimedia Journalist Sabrina Winters is in Rutherford and spoke to a battalion chief who was in the fire station when the tornado hit. Watch for more from FOX23 News Multimedia Journalist Sabrina Winters on FOX23 News at 9 tonight. More: https://www.kbsi23.com/news/residents-pick-up-pieces-after-ef-1-tornado-damages-rutherford-tn/
Bald Knob Cross hosted the first ever Christmas at the Cross over the weekend. More: https://www.kbsi23.com/news/bald-knob-cross-hosts-first-ever-christmas-at-the-cross/
A 5K run dedicated to benefiting southeast Missouri’s Community Counseling Center Foundation took place this weekend. More: https://www.kbsi23.com/news/mary-mingle-5k-raises-money-for-community-counseling-center-foundation/
In three seasons at George Mason and one at Southern Illinois, Xavier Johnson had never even eclipsed 8 points per game. He has more than tripled that this season, and it stems largely from one five-letter word: trust. More: https://www.kbsi23.com/news/sius-xavier-johnson-leading-country-in-scoring-says-trust-a-big-key-to-success/
#breaking UPDATE: The northbound lanes of Interstate 55 are back open near Fruitland (109.8 mile marker) after a commercial vehicle crash Friday morning. More: https://www.kbsi23.com/news/i-55-clear-after-crash-near-110-mile-marker/ (Video source: Sasha Moore KBSI FOX23)
Get ready for the ultimate quiz show experience because "The Floor" is making its grand debut on January 2nd! 81 contestants will face off in intense quiz duels on a colossal LED floor, each square representing a different field of knowledge. The stakes are high as the first challenger chooses a neighboring opponent for an epic showdown. The winner takes the loser's square, gaining ground and making their mark. But the game's not over – do they press on or let fate choose a new challenger? The last contestant standing with full control over "The Floor" walks away with a life-changing cash prize, a whopping $250,000!
Guess who's stepping onto the stage to host the brand-new physical quiz show, "The Floor"?! None other than the incredible Rob Lowe! Get ready for a thrilling midseason ride that combines strategy, spectacle, and a whopping $250,000 cash prize! "The Floor" is making its grand debut on January 2nd!
Mark your calendars because the dynamic duo is back! Anthony Anderson and his fabulous mother, Doris Bowman, are set to host the premiere of Fox's newest music game show, "We Are Family," on January 3rd! Get ready for a night of laughter, heartwarming moments, and on-the-edge-of-your-seat competition as a studio audience of 100 contestants compete for up to $150,000 by guessing which celebrity the performer is related to. Here's an exclusive first look at "We Are Family." Get ready for an unforgettable ride! #WeAreFamily
Two metal detectors were installed at the entrance to Sikeston Field House last week, which coincides with the SEMO Conference Boys Basketball Tournament taking place at the field house this week. More: https://www.kbsi23.com/news/sikeston-high-school-field-house-now-has-metal-detectors-at-entrance/
