Cape Girardeau, MO news on Wednesday, October 21, 2026

In Cape Girardeau, MO on Wednesday, October 21, 2026: Restaurant tax proposal aims to boost sports tourism. Also: Scott City man charged in connection with I-55 crash that killed a pregnant woman; Heartland native turns breast cancer fight into lifeline for survivors in region. Weather: Pleasant fall day with temperatures from 51 to 71°F and clear skies.

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Committee proposes doubling restaurant and hotel tax to support sports tourism in Cape Girardeau.KFVS12 · Oct 20, 6:53 PM
Scott City man charged in connection with I-55 crash that killed a pregnant woman.KFVS12 · Oct 21, 12:54 PM
Heartland native turns breast cancer fight into lifeline for survivors in region.KFVS12 · Oct 21, 5:22 PM

News & local government

Former SEMO DPS chief pleads not guilty in felony forgery case.KFVS12 · Oct 20, 3:57 PM

Community & volunteering

Sobering statistics on domestic violence shared with Cape Girardeau community.seMissourian · Oct 21, 5:48 PM
South Side Farms Director discusses 2026 Spark Prize addressing food and health equity.KRCU · Oct 20, 3:57 PM

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