Perry County School Swatting Case

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In the Perry County School District two teens have been referred to the juvenile court for charges in connection with social media posts in swatting threats to commit shootings. According to a press release the investigation continues and involves Perry County School District 32’s school resource officers (SROs), Perryville Police Department, and Perry County Sheriff’s … Read more

CG Priests And Clergymen Accused

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Then another horrific case a dozen Missouri priests and clergymen are accused of sexual abuse in two new federal lawsuits filed this week. The priests are from two Dioceses: Jefferson City and Springfield-Cape Girardeau. Both of these lawsuits are asking for a jury trial, but no court date has been set.

Stoddard County Man Serving Six Life Sentences

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A man, Shea Johnson of Stoddard County has been sentenced to serve over 190 years on multiple charges, including rape and sodomy involving a minor. Stoddard County Prosecutors Sawyer Smith and LeAnn Ryan prosecuted Johnson labeled a “predatory sexual offender.” Johnson pled guilty to all pending charges.PA Smith said Johnson was sentenced to six consecutive … Read more

SEMO New Online And Graduate Services

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Southeast Missouri State University has announced the creation of a new unit, Online and Graduate Services, as part of a strategic reorganization designed to enhance recruitment, streamline operations, and provide exceptional support for domestic graduate students. Dr. Chelsea McNeely, who previously served as director of Early College Programs and Southeast Online, will assume the role … Read more

CG Talks Illegal Immigrant Crime

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It’s time to talk about illegal immigrant crime in Missouri with the discussion taking place here in Cape Girardeau. The House Special Interim Committee on Illegal Immigrant Crimes will host a public hearing on Wednesday, September 25 gather public input. This final public hearing will take place at the Cape Girardeau City Hall (Council Chambers), … Read more

CG Man Steals Watercraft Parts

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William Shipman, 42,of Cape Girardeau is accused of stealing watercraft parts from the MO dry dock this week valued at $35,000. Someone reported the theft to police and Shipman was arrested and put in the Cape Girardeau County Jail. He faces his first court appearance this morning.

CG Coroner

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Cape Girardeau County’s coroner Wavis Jordan was back in court on Tuesday. During that hearing Jordan withdrew his motion for a change of venue, and requested a bench trial and requested a speedy trial.The judge granted his request.Jordan is charged with three felony counts of providing false information to vital records and one misdemeanor count … Read more

Schools Suspect Apprehended

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A suspect connected to posting threats of violence toward Cape Girardeau Public Schools on social media has been apprehended and is facing “serious charges”. According to a report in the Southeast Missourian according to communication from the district to families on Tuesday the suspect was “quickly identified” during local law enforcement’s investigation. No other information … Read more

CG Man With Multiple Firearms Sentenced

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Cape Girardeau man 53 year old Shawn Stockard, a convicted felon was caught buying and selling guns with the intent to sell unlawful drugs and is now sentenced to 72 months in prison. The six year prison sentence was handed down by U.S. District Judge Audrey G. Fleissig. Judge Fleissig also fined Stockard $85,000. Stockard … Read more