Sunday, May 19 2013 1:10 PM EDT2013-05-19 17:10:51 GMT
According to employees with the Walnut Street Assisted Facility in Doniphan, a fire started Sunday morning around 6:30 a.m. in one of the dryers there after it wouldn't turn off.
According to employees with the Walnut Street Assisted Facility in Doniphan, a fire started Sunday morning around 6:30 a.m. in one of the dryers there after it wouldn't turn off.
Sunday, May 19 2013 11:56 AM EDT2013-05-19 15:56:55 GMT
A Steele woman hit by a train Saturday night is listed in critical condition. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, it happened in Steele around 9 p.m. Troopers say 45-year-old Lisa Hemphill
A Steele woman hit by a train Saturday night is listed in critical condition.
Sunday, May 19 2013 8:43 AM EDT2013-05-19 12:43:12 GMT
An inmate at the Scott County Jail is in even more trouble with law after deputies found drugs on him. According to Sheriff Rick Walter, 24-year-old Arron McCrary of Truman, Arkansas was transferred from
An inmate at the Scott County Jail is in even more trouble with law after deputies found drugs on him.
Saturday, May 18 2013 7:34 PM EDT2013-05-18 23:34:42 GMT
A new federal report says inmates at jails in Indianapolis, Baltimore, St. Louis and Philadelphia face the nation's highest levels of sexual abuse at the hands of guards.
A new federal report says inmates at jails in Indianapolis, Baltimore, St. Louis and Philadelphia face the nation's highest levels of sexual abuse at the hands of guards.
Saturday, May 18 2013 12:57 PM EDT2013-05-18 16:57:01 GMT
Missouri lawmakers have wrapped up their annual legislative session without approving proposals that would have boosted funding for transportation or paid for construction projects at colleges and state facilities.
Missouri lawmakers have wrapped up their annual legislative session without approving proposals that would have boosted funding for transportation or paid for construction projects at colleges and state facilities.
Saturday, May 18 2013 8:45 AM EDT2013-05-18 12:45:34 GMT
Five-year-old Morgan Hobbs-Kinder is suffering from a brain tumor.
The Oran community will come together Saturday help a little girl battling brain cancer. Saturday evening from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. an event will be held to benefit Morgan Hobbs-Kinder. Morgan is just
The Oran community will come together Saturday help a little girl battling brain cancer.
A Minnesota judge has sentenced a Missouri man to life in prison without parole for the fatal shootings of a Brooklyn Park home day-care provider and her elderly parents last year.
A Minnesota judge has sentenced a Missouri man to life in prison without parole for the fatal shootings of a Brooklyn Park home day-care provider and her elderly parents last year.
Friday, May 17 2013 10:28 PM EDT2013-05-18 02:28:19 GMT
When someone is texting and driving, they can travel an entire football field in just about the time it takes to read a text. So, what can parents do to prevent their teen from getting in a deadly wreck
When someone is texting and driving, they can travel an entire football field in just about the time it takes to read a text. So, what can parents do to prevent their teen from getting in a deadly wreck
Friday, May 17 2013 9:43 PM EDT2013-05-18 01:43:04 GMT
It was an incident that raised a lot of questions about our local jails. Three violent Butler County inmates escaped through ceiling tiles causing a lot of fear and a huge manhunt before they were captured
It was an incident that raised a lot of questions about our local jails. Three violent Butler County inmates escaped through ceiling tiles causing a lot of fear and a huge manhunt before they were captured hours later.
Friday, May 17 2013 3:40 PM EDT2013-05-17 19:40:05 GMT
Steele police and fire department responded to a structure fire Thursday, May 16 at 2:25 a.m.Police Chief Joe Stanfield said the house fire was at 502 Wright Street. He said two adults, husband and wife,
Steele police and fire department responded to a structure fire Thursday, May 16 at 2:25 a.m.
Friday, May 17 2013 1:16 PM EDT2013-05-17 17:16:57 GMT
A Jackson boy battling a rare form of cancer is getting continuous support from his community, and beyond.2-year-old Wyatt Glastetter is currently fighting neuroblastoma. He has now completed seven rounds
Wyatt Glastetter continues to be treated for a rare form of cancer. His parents remain optimistic, and the community is reaching out to help.
Friday, May 17 2013 11:25 AM EDT2013-05-17 15:25:12 GMT
Missouri lawmakers have approved legislation allowing expansion of special courts to handle cases involving current and former military personnel with mental health or substance abuse issues.
Missouri lawmakers have approved legislation allowing expansion of special courts to handle cases involving current and former military personnel with mental health or substance abuse issues.
Thursday, May 16 2013 8:47 PM EDT2013-05-17 00:47:46 GMT
Missouri welfare recipients would be barred from spending their cash benefits at casinos, liquor stores or strip clubs under legislation sent to Gov. Jay Nixon.
Missouri welfare recipients would be barred from spending their cash benefits at casinos, liquor stores or strip clubs under legislation sent to Gov. Jay Nixon.
Thursday, May 16 2013 8:40 PM EDT2013-05-17 00:40:39 GMT
The United Way of Southeast Missouri hosted The Prosperity Summit in Cape Girardeau on Thursday, May 16. The summit focuses on the needs of the community. It kicks of the United Way's "Opportunity Community
The United Way of Southeast Missouri hosted The Prosperity Summit in Cape Girardeau on Thursday, May 16.
Thursday, May 16 2013 7:30 PM EDT2013-05-16 23:30:05 GMT
Robin Drum admits she's had a hard time dealing with her oldest daughter's death. Just a few short weeks ago a chance search on the Internet revealed a surprising path to justice.
Robin Drum admits she's had a hard time dealing with her oldest daughter's death. Just a few short weeks ago a chance search on the Internet revealed a surprising path to justice.
Thursday, May 16 2013 6:38 PM EDT2013-05-16 22:38:55 GMT
Never give up, that is the message from a Cape Girardeau woman. Pat Sweeney refused to let a debilitating disease get in her way of earning a college degree.
Never give up, that is the message from a Cape Girardeau woman. Pat Sweeney refused to let a debilitating disease get in her way of earning a college degree.
Thursday, May 16 2013 1:15 PM EDT2013-05-16 17:15:14 GMT
The father of an 18-month-old girl who was killed along with three adults on a southeast Kansas farm says he's partly to blame for putting his estranged wife and their toddler in harm's way.
The father of an 18-month-old girl who was killed along with three adults on a southeast Kansas farm says he's partly to blame for putting his estranged wife and their toddler in harm's way.
Thursday, May 16 2013 12:42 PM EDT2013-05-16 16:42:05 GMT
The Fredericktown Police Department is hosting a Special Response Team training event in order to raise money for the family of a fallen fellow officer. The S.R.T. Round-Up is dedicated to Deputy Chris
The Fredericktown Police Department is hosting a Special Response Team training event in order to raise money for the family of a fallen fellow officer.
Thursday, May 16 2013 12:16 PM EDT2013-05-16 16:16:46 GMT
A Puxico woman accused of murdering her husband was in court on Thursday morning. Victoria Isaac's arraignment was 9 a.m. in Stoddard County. She is facing first degree murder charges.
A Puxico woman accused of murdering her husband was in court on Thursday morning. Victoria Isaac's arraignment was 9 a.m. in Stoddard County. She is facing first degree murder charges.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 11:02 PM EDT2013-05-16 03:02:03 GMT
"It's definitely really hard without him, but you just have to choose to be strong," said Chelsea Gilman. At this point Gilman is used to doing it all. She found out she was pregnant as her husband of
"It's definitely really hard without him, but you just have to choose to be strong," said Chelsea Gilman. At this point Gilman is used to doing it all. She found out she was pregnant as her husband of
Wednesday, May 15 2013 9:06 PM EDT2013-05-16 01:06:20 GMT
A Kansas City man has been sentenced to life in prison for raping an 84-year-old woman during a break-in at the home she shared with her 93-year-old husband.
A Kansas City man has been sentenced to life in prison for raping an 84-year-old woman during a break-in at the home she shared with her 93-year-old husband.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 4:49 PM EDT2013-05-15 20:49:05 GMT
Cape Girardeau County Coroner John Clifton said one person died after a crash on LaSalle Street on Tuesday.According to Clifton, 20-year-old Alex Hodges was taken from the scene to a hospital where he
Cape Girardeau County Coroner John Clifton said one person died after a crash on LaSalle Street on Tuesday.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 2:50 PM EDT2013-05-15 18:50:41 GMT
Powerful explosives have been stolen from an eastern Missouri business, and the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives is offering a $5,000 reward in the effort to find the culprits.
Powerful explosives have been stolen from an eastern Missouri business, and the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives is offering a $5,000 reward in the effort to find the culprits.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 2:01 PM EDT2013-05-15 18:01:33 GMT
Missouri lawmakers have sent Gov. Jay Nixon a bill that would force the state Revenue Department to stop scanning driving applicants' documents into a state computer system.
Missouri lawmakers have sent Gov. Jay Nixon a bill that would force the state Revenue Department to stop scanning driving applicants' documents into a state computer system.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 5:19 AM EDT2013-05-15 09:19:31 GMT
Legislation has stalled in the Missouri Senate dealing with the business agreements between alcohol producers and those that distribute the products to restaurants, stores and other retailers.
Legislation has stalled in the Missouri Senate dealing with the business agreements between alcohol producers and those that distribute the products to restaurants, stores and other retailers.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 11:18 PM EDT2013-05-15 03:18:31 GMT
With fatalities in teen driving wrecks going up, some wonder what they can do to help keep the roads safe. 15-year-old Mitchell Garner is learning to drive, and his mom Sarah Garner is teaching him.
With fatalities in teen driving wrecks going up, some wonder what they can do to help keep the roads safe. 15-year-old Mitchell Garner is learning to drive, and his mom Sarah Garner is teaching him.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 8:38 PM EDT2013-05-15 00:38:57 GMT
Some natural birthing methods focus on making the man's role a key part of those nine months; and just one reason why more Heartland moms are turning to this drug-free way to deliver. There's a lot of
Some natural birthing methods focus on making the man's role a key part of those nine months; and just one reason why more Heartland moms are turning to this drug-free way to deliver.
It's National Law Enforcement Week, a week designed to honor peace officers across the country. Tuesday morning, Cape Girardeau County Sheriff John Jordan presented the Timothy J. Ruopp Award to Captain Clann Proffer.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 7:02 AM EDT2013-05-14 11:02:44 GMT
5KFVS Packet Pick up (and other important info.) Friday, May 17 4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Saturday , May 18 6:30 a.m.-8 a.m. South Main Street (in front of Hutson's, downtown Cape Girardeau) You may
Monday, May 13 2013 9:50 PM EDT2013-05-14 01:50:24 GMT
The students at Alma Schrader Elementary School in Cape Girardeau gave a Heartland soldier a special homecoming. "It's great to have the support, it feels pretty good that they take time out of their
The students at Alma Schrader Elementary School in Cape Girardeau gave a Heartland soldier a special homecoming.
Monday, May 13 2013 8:03 PM EDT2013-05-14 00:03:57 GMT
Imagine giving birth in your living room surrounded by your family and friends; no doctors, no drugs, no accident. In fact, more women in Southeast Missouri are turning to Missouri midwives to have that
Imagine giving birth in your living room surrounded by your family and friends; no doctors, no drugs, no accident. In fact, more women in Southeast Missouri are turning to Missouri midwives to have that experience.
Monday, May 13 2013 5:46 PM EDT2013-05-13 21:46:02 GMT
It was a coast-to-coast flight that some passengers won't soon forget.The American Airlines flight made an emergency stop at Kansas City International Airport due to an unruly passenger, authorities said.
A flight from L.A. to New York City made an emergency landing in Kansas City after an unruly passenger belted out Whitney Houston songs and disrupted the flight.
Monday, May 13 2013 4:15 PM EDT2013-05-13 20:15:21 GMT
In recent years, the recession provided Republicans in many state capitols a long-coveted opportunity to cut government spending and services. Now that tax revenues are improving, those lawmakers face a new...
In recent years, the recession provided Republicans in many state capitols a long-coveted opportunity to cut government spending and services.
The Supreme Court has sustained Monsanto Co.'s claim that an Indiana farmer violated the company's patents on soybean seeds that are resistant to its weed-killer.
The Supreme Court said Monday that an Indiana farmer violated Monsanto Co.'s patents on soybean seeds resistant to its weed-killer by growing the beans without buying new seeds from the corporation.
Monday, May 13 2013 12:26 PM EDT2013-05-13 16:26:58 GMT
House Speaker Tim Jones has named additional members to a newly created House commission reviewing driver's license policies and the sharing of gun data.
House Speaker Tim Jones has named additional members to a newly created House commission reviewing driver's license policies and the sharing of gun data.
Monday, May 13 2013 8:51 AM EDT2013-05-13 12:51:24 GMT
A 21-year-old St. Louis County woman faces sentencing in July after pleading guilty to child endangerment for placing her newborn baby under a tree in a stranger's yard.
A 21-year-old St. Louis County woman faces sentencing in July after pleading guilty to child endangerment for placing her newborn baby under a tree in a stranger's yard.
Monday, May 13 2013 4:35 AM EDT2013-05-13 08:35:09 GMT
Six federal marshals are being recognized for bravery related to a 2011 St. Louis gunfight that killed one of their own from Illinois and a drug suspect they were looking to arrest.
Six federal marshals are being recognized for bravery related to a 2011 St. Louis gunfight that killed one of their own from Illinois and a drug suspect they were looking to arrest.
Sunday, May 12 2013 8:32 PM EDT2013-05-13 00:32:07 GMT
Two people are dead and two others are seriously injured after an unknown vehicle ran their car off the road from behind in central Missouri and took off.
Two people are dead and two others are seriously injured after an unknown vehicle ran their car off the road from behind in central Missouri and took off.
Sunday, May 12 2013 11:25 AM EDT2013-05-12 15:25:56 GMT
Authorities say an Illinois man who led police on a chase in Missouri was shot and killed by officers after he suddenly accelerated his car and pointed a gun at the law enforcers.
Authorities say an Illinois man who led police on a chase in Missouri was shot and killed by officers after he suddenly accelerated his car and pointed a gun at the law enforcers.
Authorities say an Illinois man who led police on a chase in Missouri was shot and killed by officers after he suddenly accelerated his car and pointed a gun at the law enforcers.
Authorities say an Illinois man who led police on a chase in Missouri was shot and killed by officers after he suddenly accelerated his car and pointed a gun at the law enforcers.
Saturday, May 11 2013 12:48 PM EDT2013-05-11 16:48:32 GMT
Missouri lawmakers have one week to sort out differences on top legislative priorities, including changes to tax incentives and limits on liability lawsuits for businesses.
Missouri lawmakers have one week to sort out differences on top legislative priorities, including changes to tax incentives and limits on liability lawsuits for businesses.
Saturday, May 11 2013 8:47 AM EDT2013-05-11 12:47:35 GMT
Heartland universities are bustling with moms, dads and grads preparing for commencement ceremonies. This afternoon, 1,333 Southeast Missouri State University students will receive their degrees at the
Heartland universities are bustling with moms, dads and grads preparing for commencement ceremonies.
Friday, May 10 2013 11:42 PM EDT2013-05-11 03:42:40 GMT
The Notre Dame golf team is sizzling hot these days, and the only thing that stands out more than their game, is what they wear. "It's a lot different than what i'm used to," freshman Jack Litzelfelner
The Notre Dame golf team is sizzling hot these days, and the only thing that stands out more than their game, is what they wear.
Friday, May 10 2013 4:45 PM EDT2013-05-10 20:45:17 GMT
Operators of a Missouri movie theater are apologizing for a stunt in which an actor dressed in black, wearing body armor and carrying a fake rifle walked into the movie house.
Operators of a Missouri movie theater are apologizing for a stunt in which an actor dressed in black, wearing body armor and carrying a fake rifle walked into the movie house.
Friday, May 10 2013 4:41 PM EDT2013-05-10 20:41:14 GMT
Children younger than 16 could avoid future federal regulation and continue to work on their parents' Missouri farms under legislation signed by Gov. Jay Nixon.
Children younger than 16 could avoid future federal regulation and continue to work on their parents' Missouri farms under legislation signed by Gov. Jay Nixon.
Friday, May 10 2013 1:28 PM EDT2013-05-10 17:28:37 GMT
The wet start to the corn planting season may reduce the amount each acre produces this year, but farmers are planting so much corn they're still likely to bring in a record crop.
The wet start to the corn planting season may reduce the amount each acre produces this year, but farmers are planting so much corn they're still likely to bring in a record crop.
Friday, May 10 2013 1:26 PM EDT2013-05-10 17:26:10 GMT
Sen. Roy Blunt of Missouri is continuing to block confirmation of the nominee for Environmental Protection Agency administrator.
Sen. Roy Blunt of Missouri is continuing to block confirmation of the nominee for Environmental Protection Agency administrator, part of his effort to speed up work on the St. Johns Bayou/New Madrid Floodway project.
Friday, May 10 2013 1:20 PM EDT2013-05-10 17:20:31 GMT
The Southeast Missouri State University Board of Regents will meet after commencement ceremonies on Saturday to mull over fees for the next fiscal year.
The Southeast Missouri State University Board of Regents will meet after commencement ceremonies on Saturday to mull over fees for the next fiscal year.
Friday, May 10 2013 12:08 PM EDT2013-05-10 16:08:29 GMT
Mother's Day will be difficult for a Missouri high school senior who lost his mother to cancer last month, but he is thankful for the school officials who granted her wish to see him get his diploma.
Mother's Day will be difficult for a Missouri high school senior who lost his mother to cancer last month, but he is thankful for the school officials who granted her wish to see him get his diploma.
Friday, May 17 2013 10:28 PM EDT2013-05-18 02:28:19 GMT
When someone is texting and driving, they can travel an entire football field in just about the time it takes to read a text. So, what can parents do to prevent their teen from getting in a deadly wreck
When someone is texting and driving, they can travel an entire football field in just about the time it takes to read a text. So, what can parents do to prevent their teen from getting in a deadly wreck
Monday, May 20 2013 11:56 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:56:18 GMT
Federal prosecutors say former Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner Richie Farmer's "unwarranted sense of entitlement" goes beyond what he's been charged with.
Federal prosecutors say former Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner Richie Farmer's "unwarranted sense of entitlement" goes beyond what he's been charged with.
Gov. Pat Quinn says Illinois has a chance to make history before the end of the legislative session this month on the issues of pension reform and same-sex marriage.
Gov. Pat Quinn says Illinois has a chance to make history before the end of the legislative session this month on the issues of pension reform and same-sex marriage.
Republican congressional candidate Jason Smith missed three-fifths of the votes taken in the Missouri House of Representatives before the final day of the session. His Democratic opponent Steve Hodges was present...
Republican congressional candidate Jason Smith missed three-fifths of the votes taken in the Missouri House of Representatives before the final day of the session. His Democratic opponent Steve Hodges was present more often,...
Branson officials say they are cautiously optimistic about this year's tourist season even though the city continues to recover from a 2012 tornado and the loss of two of its biggest stars.
Branson officials say they are cautiously optimistic about this year's tourist season even though the city continues to recover from a 2012 tornado and the loss of two of its biggest stars.
Columbia police are investigating the shooting death of a 25-year-old man. Authorities were called to a home yesterday morning and found Brandon Coleman with a gunshot wound. He later died at an area hospital. No arrests...
David Freese had an RBI in a four-run fourth inning to go with big plays at third base, and the St. Louis Cardinals beat former teammate Kyle Lohse for the third time this season with a 4-2 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers...
Jon Jay had an RBI double as part of a four-run fourth inning yesterday that lifted the St. Louis Cardinals to a 4-2 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers. Yadier Molina, David Freese and Pete Kozma also drove in runs in the...
Yoenis Cespedes hit a leadoff home run in the eighth inning and the Oakland Athletics beat the Kansas City Royals 4-3 on Sunday to complete a three-game sweep.
Yoenis Cespedes hit a leadoff home run in the eighth inning and the Oakland Athletics beat the Kansas City Royals 4-3 on Sunday to complete a three-game sweep.
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Experts say the officer who killed a Long Island college student and a home invasion suspect on Friday was confronted with a split-second choice.
The college student was being held in a headlock by a masked intruder with a loaded gun to her head, police said. Then the gunman took aim at an officer.
The StormTeam Digital Doppler image will be updated approx. every 5 minutes. This is a screen capture of what the StormTeam is looking at. So from time to time, the image might be zoomed in on different
The StormTeam Digital Doppler image will be updated approx. every 5 minutes. This is a screen capture of what the StormTeam is looking at. So from time to time, the image might be zoomed in on different
Sunday, May 19 2013 9:44 PM EDT2013-05-20 01:44:05 GMT
Many people in the Heartland have an opinion on an Illinois bill to legalize medical marijuana. A senate hearing committee passed it on Friday; Governor Pat Quinn hasn't said if he'll sign it.
Many people in the Heartland have an opinion on an Illinois bill to legalize medical marijuana. A senate hearing committee passed it on Friday; Governor Pat Quinn hasn't said if he'll sign it.
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