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Marion, IL

MARION, Ill. (KFVS) - One person has been taken into custody after Marion Police find cash and an illegal weapon in their vehicle during a traffic stop. On May 27, around 12:50 p.m., an Officer with the Marion Police Department conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle. According to a release from the MPD, the vehicle was stopped due to multiple traffic infractions.

Marion police seize cash and illegal weapon during traffic stop

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Energy, IL

ENERGY, Ill. (KFVS) - The Illinois State Fire Marshal is investigating a series of fires considered arson in Williamson County. According to Energy Police Chief Shawn Ladd, a series of arsons were set in Energy and Herrin early Friday morning, May 26. Chief Ladd said all of the fires were...

Series of arsons in Energy & Herrin, including church fire, under investigation; person of interest in custody

Zeigler, IL

With Memorial Day right around the corner, many of you probably have a lot of plans outdoors. Health experts want to remind you to bring the sunscreen. If you're looking for a way to honor veterans this weekend, you can attend the annual March to the River this Saturday in Cape Girardeau.

Arrest made in overnight stabbing in Zeigler

ZEIGLER, Ill. (KFVS) - A man was arrested in connection with an overnight stabbing. James A. Burkhamer, 20, of Zeigler, was arrested on an aggravated battery charge. He was taken to the Franklin County Jail. According to Illinois State Police, they responded to a reported stabbing around 12:10 a.m. on...

Zeigler man arrested in connection with stabbing; 1 person injured

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Cunningham, KY

BARDWELL, Ky. (KFVS) - Two people have been arrested and one man is wanted by the Carlisle County Sheriff’s Office after a drug investigation in Cunningham, Ky. On May 24, the Carlisle County Sheriff’s Office was assisted by the Bardwell City Police Department and the Ballard County sheriff’s Office and executed a search warrant in Cunningham, Ky. The search warrant was the results of an ongoing investigation of illegal narcotics trafficking involving 53-year-old Carey Shane Gourley of Bardwell.

Two arrested and one wanted after drug investigation in Carlisle County

Kennett, MO

Malden, MO

KENNETT, Mo. (KFVS) - A man accused of shooting and killing a Malden man in 2020 pled guilty to second-degree murder days before his trial was set to begin. According to Dunklin County Prosecuting Attorney Nicholas Jain, 38-year-old Steven M. Kirkwood, of Malden, pled guilty to the shooting death of Ryan Lehning at a party in Malden on August 22, 2020.

Man pled guilty to second-degree murder of Malden man ahead of trial

Jackson, MO

A Franklin County man faces aggravated battery charges in connection with an overnight stabbing. A look at the 100-Mile Yard Sale on Thursday, May 25. The sale is down Highway 25 from Jackson to Kennett. RAW VIDEO: 2-vehicle crash at Freedom Corner on Broadway in Cape Girardeau. Updated: 1 hour...

100-Mile Yard Sale kicks off in southeast Mo.

MARION, Ill. (KFVS) - Marion Police seized drugs and money in an arrest on Friday, May 26, at around 12:25 a.m. This came after a traffic stop that turned into a police search. An officer stopped a car for a traffic violation, but as the officer exited his vehicle, the...

More than 500 grams of cocaine and $1,000 seized in Marion arrest

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Paducah, KY

MCCRACKEN COUNTY, Ky. (KFVS) - A man accused of illegitimate business dealings is facing charges in western Kentucky. Jacob Jetton was arrested Thursday morning, May 25 on a warrant charging him with theft by deception over $1,000 (felony) and fraudulent use of a credit card over $1,000 (felony). Jetton was...

Paducah man facing more charges for alleged illegitimate business dealings

Five fires are under investigation in Williamson County. One of them destroyed a local church. Crews respond to serious 2-vehicle crash on William St. in Cape Girardeau. Emergency crews were on the scene of a two-vehicle crash on William Street in Cape Girardeau on Friday morning. Debt ceiling looms, inflation...

100 Mile Yard Sale helps raise money for Stars and Stripes Museum

With Memorial Day right around the corner, many of you probably have a lot of plans outdoors. Health experts want to remind you to bring the sunscreen. Developers revamping the old Broadway Theater plan to close a lane of Broadway next week. Cape Fire Department trains with new water rescue...

March to the River in Cape Girardeau

Perryville, MO

After spending decades in Carbondale, the Dairy Queen is officially closed. Many people gathered today to honor their loved ones and veterans at Mound City National Cemetery. 100 Mile Yard Sale helps raise money for Stars and Stripes Museum. Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 10:00 PM CDT. |. In Bloomfield,...

Veterans honored at Perryville Memorial

PADUCAH, Ky. (KFVS) - The McCracken County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Paducah couple early Thursday morning during the culmination of a month-long drug investigation. During the month of May, the Sheriff’s Office Drug Division detectives began an investigation after receiving information that alleged that 42-year-old Jerick Carruthers of Paducah was selling drugs.

Paducah couple arrested on drug offenses

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - Musician Aaron Lewis is returning to the Heartland. Lewis is set to perform at the Show Me Center on Saturday, June 3. The stop is part of his 2023 Acoustic Tour. This is not his first stop in the Heartland. Lewis has taken the stage...

Aaron Lewis coming to the Show Me Center

Carbondale, IL

CARBONDALE, Ill (KFVS) - After spending decades in Carbondale, the Dairy Queen is officially closed. This specific DQ location has been in the area since the early 1950′s. For more than 70 years, this Dairy Queen has been a staple in Carbondale with many residents, families, and friends saying they are not ready to see it go, including community member, Angela Hutchens.

Dairy Queen closes Carbondale location

Senior Social held in Jackson, Mo. Many seniors gathered for the monthly Senior Social on Wednesday in Jackson, Mo. The history of Old McKendree Chapel | Heartland Heritage 5/24/23. Updated: May. 24, 2023 at 12:00 PM CDT. |. We are joined by Mary Harriet Talbut, president of the McKendree Memorial...

Celebrating National Wine Day with the Peach Barn, Shawnee Hills Wine Trail

Many seniors gathered for the monthly Senior Social on Wednesday in Jackson, Mo. Celebrating National Wine Day with the Peach Barn, Shawnee Hills Wine Trail. Jenny Schroeder, with the Peach Barn Winery in Alto Pass, highlights the favorites at her winery and the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail on National Wine Day.

HerrinFesta Italiana kicks off

Williamson County, IL

Five fires are under investigation in Williamson County. One of them destroyed a local church. Crews respond to serious 2-vehicle crash on William St. in Cape Girardeau. Emergency crews were on the scene of a two-vehicle crash on William Street in Cape Girardeau on Friday morning. Man accused of child...

Debt ceiling looms, inflation data and consumer spending data | Money Talks 5/26/23

Murphysboro, IL

Dianne Daugherty with St. Francis Care in Murphysboro introduces us to Oliver, a Shih Tzu/Pomeranian mix who was surrendered by his owner. You can adopt one or more of these adorable puppies from St. Francis CARE in Murphysboro, Ill. Heartland Pets: Meet Bandit 5/19. Updated: May. 19, 2023 at 4:30...

Heartland Pets: Meet Norman

JACKSON, Mo. (KFVS) - Good times were had a this month’s Senior Social at the Jackson Senior Center. Many came out to enjoy refreshments, such as ice cream and soda, but also to cut a rug. A live band provided music which led to plenty of dancing. The seniors...

Dancing, live band draw seniors to Senior Social in Jackson, Mo.

JACKSON, Mo. (KFVS) - Hosting the Class 1 State Quarterfinals on Saturday the Saxony Lutheran girls soccer team defeated Metro 2-0 to clinch a spot in the Final Four. Tied 0-0 at the half, the Crusaders broke through in the second thanks to Sophie Debrower and Faith Dreyer. Then Paige Seibel and the Saxony Lutheran defense completed the shutout to seal the win.

Saxony Lutheran girls soccer punches ticket to Final Four with 2-0 win over Metro

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - Two hundred quilts and sewn items will be displayed during the month of June at Rosemary Berkel and Harry L. Crisp II Museum’s “Quilt Extravaganza.”. From June 2-25, the quilt exhibit is free and open to the public. A closing reception is scheduled...

Quilt Extravaganza at SEMO

Missouri State

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KFVS) - The final day of the Missouri High School Track and Field State Meet for Classes 3-5 saw two local champions crowned. Kennett’s WIlliam Gaines-Parker won the Class 3 State Championship in the 100m dash. Gaines-Parker crossed the line in 21.60 for the title. He earned runner-up in the 200m as well.

Kennett’s William Gaines-Parker and Dexter’s 4x800m Relay Team win State Championships

Darius Graham wins Class 5 High Jump State Championship. Darius Graham wins Class 5 High Jump State Championship. Darius Graham wins Class 5 High Jump State Championships. Darius Graham wins Class 5 High Jump State Championships.

Jackson advances to first final four in school history

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Cape Girardeau Police respond to shots fired near laundromat

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - Cape Girardeau Police are investigating a reported shooting that occurred near a laundromat Thursday...

Cape Girardeau Police respond to shots fired near laundromat

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