Some young adults who received the MMR vaccine as children are no longer immune to it.

Deputy Brigg Pierson will be returning to Carter County on Friday, September 12. The sheriff is asking residents to line the streets for a welcome home.

This is in recognition of National Hunger Action Month. It’s designed to raise awareness of the reported 40 million Americans who are food insecure.

The event will be held at the Towosahgy State Historic Site at Noon on Saturday, Oct. 5.

Hunter-Dawson State Historic Site will host it’s 1860s Children’s Day at from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., September 28.

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A missing person’s investigation is underway in southern Illinois after a residential fire.

The driver of a mini-van pulled out onto the bypass from Douthitt Street in front of another vehicle causing a collision.

Police say the boys' actions may have saved the woman's life.

The University is also currently searching for a system president.

The program, called Victim Advocate Support Services, will launch in the fall.

This will help reduce dependency on electricity and be an educational tool.

Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge and the Friends of Crab Orchard will be hosting their annual Cleanup.

It’s all part of the Herrin Railroad Inaugural Run.

Limited funds are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

More than two thousand items were up for bid including old coins and currency, jewelry and sports memorabilia.

The Cape Girardeau County Sheriff's Office said the operator was able to call for help by using his cell phone.

As of 8:30 p.m. the fire was extinguished and crews were checking for hot spots.

As a Heartland nail factory bounces back from the harmful affects of steel tariffs they’re contributing to a tornado recovery effort in Jefferson City, Missouri.

Officers will be monitoring and will cite the businesses for any violations.

The students put on the heavy gear and took turns going up the stairs.

While the memory is still vivid in her mind, all her students were born long after the event.

The walk is their way of reminding people of the sacrifices made by first responders

According to the Mayfield City Clerk, the amended alcohol sales ordinance goes into effect Friday, Sept. 13.

The event begins at 3 p.m. and will last until dusk.

In accordance with President Donald Trump and the U.S. Flag Code, American and state flags at all public and state buildings will be lowered to half-staff until sunset on Wednesday, Sept. 11 in observance of Patriot Day.

Volunteers spent Tuesday planting thousands of small American flags in front of the building ahead of tomorrow’s solemn anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.

In less than four months, recreational marijuana will be legal in the state of Illinois.

Both the livestock and vendors are dealing with hot temperatures at the SEMO District Fair.

Sikeston DPS Chief McMillen said the new equipment and software will be more compliant with state and federal mandates and will have features that will automatically transfer that data.

Richard Roof will be retiring later in September after 45 years.

With the Du Quoin State Fair just ended, fair officials report this year’s event a major success.

The driver of a maroon SUV turned into the rider's path.

Emergency Relief (ER) funds is federal money from the U.S. Department of Transportation for repairs to roads and bridges damaged by storms, floods, and other unexpected events.

The ball is a fundraiser for the Supporting Hero’s organization.

Police report W. Fifth St. between Meatte Ave. and Lesieur Ave. was closed Monday.

For immediate help, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is available 24/7 by calling 1-800-273-TALK (8255). There are also Crisis Text line Services available by texting HOME to 741741.

The City of Cape Girardeau's wastewater facility's making fertilizer from wastewater sludge.

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A man has been arrested and a woman left injured after a shooting at a convenience store on Sunday, Sept. 8 in Ripley County, Missouri.

During build day, volunteers will help build 10 bunk beds, a total of 20 twin beds, using an assembly line method.

Troopers will place the wreath on Friday, September 13 at 4 p.m. at the flag pole near the site of his death on I-24W near the 49 mile marker in Lyon County.

KYTC urges anyone affected or interested in the bridge replacement project to attend one of the two meetings planned.

There is no cause of death at this time.

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Crews arrived and found the single story home fully involved

More than 150 people packed the church for a special Sunday celebration service.

The event is hosted by the Firefighter Kody Vanfossan Memorial, NFP.

There is no word on the condition of those injured or what caused the incident.

The sheriff’s office assisted in getting the plane back to the airport.

Bands, worship teams, choruses and music teams from the Herrin area of local churches and community organizations will perform.

All money raised from this event will be donated to the Backstoppers organization.

The forecast is calling for a high of low to mid 90′s for most days next week.

There are 30 carnival rides on the midway this year and numerous inspections happen before anyone gets on to make sure things are safe.

Construction on the project is scheduled to begin in late summer of 2020.

James McMillen takes over as director of Sikeston's Department of Public Safety.

The SEMO District Fair kicks off this weekend and for local law enforcement security is top of mind.

Bill Babler of Blue Eye is the new state-record holder. He caught a 40-pound, 6-ounce fish on September 4 using a pole-and-line.