There have been two deaths, and 46 recoveries in the county.

44 active cases are currently being managed.

A Tri-State couple was out on Kentucky Lake when an alligator was found Saturday morning.

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced 2,508 new cases of COVID-19 in Illinois, including 67 additional deaths on May 24.

On May 24 the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services reported 11,988 cases of COVID-19.

The Franklin-Williamson Bi-County Health Department reports that a second Williamson County resident has died after testing positive for COVID-19.

Governor JB Pritzker released industry-specific guidelines that allow for the safe re-opening of businesses as the state progresses into the next phase of the Restore Illinois plan.

A deadly two vehicle crash occurred on U.S. 412 in Kennett on May 23.

A fourth positive patient has died after a COVID-19 outbreak at Crowley Ridge Care Center.

Around 40 soldiers stationed at Fort Campbell returned home Saturday after helping COVID-19 relief efforts in the Northeast United States.

A 2.1 magnitude earthquake was detected 3.5 miles northwest of Ridgely, Tennessee on May 23 by the United States Geological Survey.

The deputy also found three individual bags containing a total of 8 grams of methamphetamine, digital scales, $300.00 in cash and personal use marijuana.

Both individuals were from Union County.

We traveled to Kentucky to find visitors there from other states buying food and visiting parks.

The Mound City National Cemetery staff placed flags at each of the grave sites of the Mound City National Cemetery for this weekend.

People in southern Illinois came together to honor the sacrifices soldiers made for this country in a Memorial Day service.

Two people have died, and 46 have recovered.

As of May 23, there have been 8,426 total COVID-19 cases in Kentucky.

Charles Logan Watters, 52 of Whitley City was pronounced deceased on scene.

On May 23 the Illinois Department of Public Health reported 107,796 cases of COVID-19 in Illinois.

The Jackson County Health Department was notified of eight new COVID-19 cases.

On May 23, the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services reported 11, 752 cases of COVID-19 in the state.

On Saturday, May 23, 2020 at approximately 3:10am, the Marion Police Department (MPD) responded to reports of a stabbing that occurred in the 1300 block of Sherman Drive.Upon arrival on scene, MPD Officers located a male with stab wounds to the body. The victim has been identified as T

Following Governor Prtizker’s announcement that bars and restaurants will be permitted to allow outdoor seating beginning May 29, Carbondale Mayor Mike Henry expects to announce city initiatives to help accommodate bars and restaurants in the following week.

The Graves County Sheriff’s Office has received reports of an unknown entity calling citizens and stating they are with Social Security Administration.

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) is continuing to refine how COVID-19 testing data is reported in an effort to ensure clarity, accuracy and transparency to citizens.

Cape Girardeau County Jail taking precautions

Maria Davis with the cape health department says you don’t have to cancel your memorial day plan if you remember to protect yourself.

In the county there have been 57 cases. 46 have recovered and two have died.

Cooper turned himself in to New Madrid County officials on Friday evening and bonded out.

The positivity rate is 18.2 percent.

So far, there have been 156 cases in the county.

Twenty-four active cases are currently being managed.

Artists Christy Moore and Craig Thomas donated their time and skill to painting the boarded-up entrance of the building.

The Graves County Sheriff’s Office said a missing teen was found safe.

County workers are expected to start moving their stuff out of the building before the end of May.

Marion Mayor Mike Absher relaxes city ordinances to allow additional outdoor dining.

Boil orders for the Heartland

A petition regarding Medicaid expansion to appear on the November ballot in Missouri was certified by the secretary of state.

Currently, there are 40 residents who have tested positive.

Governor Andy Beshear made new appointments to Kentucky boards and commissions.

Currently, 8,426 Kentuckians have tested positive for the virus, including 391 deaths and 3,069 recoveries.

Country music star and U.S. Army veteran Craig Morgan will be performing at the Grand Ole Opry in the venue’s annual “Salute the Troops” Memorial Day weekend show.

The information could have included names, social security numbers, and street addresses associated with PUA claims.

Governor Andy Beshear ordered flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff on Monday, May 25 for Memorial Day.

According to the city, a water main was damaged on East Jackson Blvd. around 10:30 a.m.

Four, so far, have recovered.

To date, there are 78 residents from the region who have recovered.

Community-based testing sites will resume normal operations on Tuesday, May 26.

Flags were raised on Friday for Memorial Day.

The suspect, identified as Troy Johnson, was arrested and taken to the Jackson County Jail.

Currently, 105,444 Illinoisans have tested positive for COVID-19, with 4,715 deaths.

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services reported a total of 11,558 positive cases in the state on Friday, May 22.

Brittany K. Gorman, 29, from Mountain View, Mo., was last seen at a home west of Mountain View around 3-4 p.m. on Wednesday, May 20.

Six more counties in Missouri, including ones in the Heartland, will host community sampling events.

Memorial Day services canceled at Cape County park North.

The time frame of what is considered the “100 Deadliest Days of Summer” on roadways across the nation begins on Memorial Day and lasts through Labor Day.

The National Memorial Day Concert, Gibson Guitar's new show and a Harry Potter-themed play get a virtual premiere.