Farrar, MO

An investigation into a 20-year-old woman’s death has led to murder charges for her uncle and his girlfriend, according to Missouri authorities. Lawrence Schanda, the woman’s 48-year-old uncle, and Teresa Baumgartner, his 59-year-old girlfriend, were charged with first-degree murder and tampering with evidence in connection with the killing on July 1, according to the Cape Girardeau County Sheriff’s Office.

CARBONDALE, Ill. (WJPF) – Carbondale police officers responded to the 400 block of East Chestnut Street regarding an investigation of shots fired on June 26th. There were no injuries reported but there were reports of vehicles that had been struck by gunfire. During the course of the investigation 44...

BOLLINGER COUNTY, Mo. (KBSI) – The Cape Girardeau/Bollinger County Major Case Squad has been activated after a 26-year-old woman went missing. The Bollinger County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a missing person, Kaylee Eaves, on Thursday, June 30. Information provided to the Bollinger County Sheriff’s Office was...

CARBONDALE, Ill. (KBSI) – A Carbondale man faces several charges after police say he shot several vehicles. Terrill A. Walker, 44, of Carbondale faces charges of unlawful use of weapon by a felon, aggravated discharge of a firearm, armed habitual criminal and terroristic threats with a bond of $1,250,000.

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - Rallies for abortion rights continue one week after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. Protesters gathered at Freedom Corner in Cape Girardeau on Friday afternoon, July 1. That’s at the intersection of Broadway and West End Boulevard. The high court’s ruling returned the...

BOLLINGER COUNTY, Mo. (KFVS) - The Bollinger County Sheriff’s Office announced that 26-year-old Kaylee Eaves has been found safe. In addition, the sheriff’s office says Christian Wall was taken into custody due to an active warrant for his arrest in reference to a separate investigation. The Cape Girardeau/Bollinger...

JACKSON -- The Jackson Senior Legion Post 158 team is no stranger to success. Similar to the Jackson high school team, they've garnered a streak of high-win seasons and carry big momentum into the postseason year over year. This season is no exception. Manager Mark Lewis and company stand just...

Farm fence with long shadows photographed at sunrise under blanket of fog. (Southeast MO) The Farm Service Agency with the U.S. Department of Agriculture is looking to fill the local county committees that advise the FSA. County Executive Director for St. Francois, Iron, Madison, Washington, and Ste. Genevieve, Joseph Stillman tells us what the committees do…

CARBONDALE, Ill. (KBSI) – A Vergennes man faces a burglary charge after police say he was found in a vehicle in Carbondale. Gerald D. Stroud, 37 of Vergennes faces charges of burglary to motor vehicle, obstructing identification and possession of a hypodermic syringe/needle. Carbondale police were called to the...

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) -The Saint Francis Foundation Power of One campaign raised a total of $208,000, exceeding its goal. Money raised through Power of One will help areas of need for patients of Saint Francis Healthcare System, their families, colleagues and the community. “We are so very proud of...

The U.S. reported over 573,000 new cases of coronavirus over the seven days ending June 28, bringing the total count to more than 85.6 million confirmed cases of COVID-19. There have been more than 1,005,000 COVID-19-related deaths — the highest death toll of any country. New cases continue to rise at a steady rate. In […]

On Friday, July 1st, it was a hot and sunny day, as a group of local pro-choice advocates—many from SEMO, organized a protest against the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision to reverse Roe v. Wade. They marched under the banner of 'Fight for Women', voicing their support for reproductive rights.

(KBSI) – It was signing day for one southern Illinois high school graduate who is now preparing to embark on his college basketball career. Wyatt Sherwin received academic scholarships and financial awards both at Illinois Wesleyan and University of Illinois, but he was determined in his desire to play collegiate basketball.

JACKSON, Mo. (KBSI) – There’s nothing like some friendly competition. And at the Jackson Civic Center on Friday, seven different fire departments challenged one another to see who could give the most blood at Battle of the Badges. Michael Bell of the Millersville Rural Fire Protection District said...

CARBONDALE, Ill. (KFVS) - A man was arrested in connection with a vehicle burglary on Tuesday, June 28. Gerald D. Stroud, 37, of Vergennes, was arrested for burglary to motor vehicle, obstructing identification and possession of a hypodermic syringe/needle. According to Carbondale police, they responded to the 300 block of...

River City Vault Club opening pole vault facility in Cape Girardeau. The SEMO women's basketball team held a camp to help coach younger players.