Missouri receives partial SNAP benefits for November
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — Missouri SNAP benefits have been a constant cause of concern throughout November.
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North Andrew Librarian named finalist for new classroom furniture
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The North Andrew School District is seeking votes in a giveaway of $50,000 worth of new furniture for its library.
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Titans cornerback L’Jarius Sneed indicted in Texas for failing to report an aggravated assault
DALLAS (AP) — Tennessee Titans cornerback L’Jarius Sneed has been indicted in Texas on a misdemeanor charge of failing to report an aggravated assault to law enforcement over an alleged shooting that happened last year in suburban Dallas, according to court records. Sneed, 28, was indicted by a Dallas County grand jury on Tuesday for
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Rates of high blood pressure in children have nearly doubled in 20 years
By Madeline Holcombe, CNN (CNN) — Global rates of hypertension, or high blood pressure, in childhood and adolescence have nearly doubled since 2000, putting more kids at risk for poor health later in life. “In 2000, about 3.4% of boys and 3% of girls had hypertension. By 2020, those numbers had risen to 6.5% and
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The Broncos will be relying on several backups at key positions when they face the Chiefs
By ARNIE STAPLETON AP Pro Football Writer ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — The Denver Broncos are a hurting bunch as they prepare for their showdown with the nine-time defending AFC West champion Kansas City Chiefs this weekend. They’re still without their best defensive player with cornerback Pat Surtain (strained pectoral) about to miss his third straight
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President Trump signs bill to reopen government, ending longest shutdown in US history
By Sarah Ferris, Adam Cancryn, Ellis Kim, CNN (CNN) — President Donald Trump late Wednesday signed a funding package to reopen the federal government, officially bringing a close to the longest shutdown in history. The final approval came hours after the House voted 222 to 209 to pass a deal struck between Republicans and centrist
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MoWest Wind Ensemble presents ‘Momentum’ concert Thursday with jazz, honor choir on tap next week
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — From choir to jazz and a full ensemble of woodwinds, concerts and performances are coming up fast at MoWest.
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MoDOT prepares to tackle winter roads
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — With winter around the corner, the Missouri Department of Transportation is preparing for the inclement weather.
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SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Republican state Sen. Steve Lanier of Aztec has launched his campaign for governor of New Mexico, bringing competition to the GOP nomination contest. In a campaign announcement Wednesday, Lanier highlighted his career as a high school history teacher and track coach and said he aims to rebuild trust in government
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Jury awards $28M to family of a United Nations consultant killed in Boeing 737 Max crash in Ethiopia
By RIO YAMAT AP Airlines and Travel Writer A federal court jury has awarded over $28 million to the family of a United Nations consultant who died in the crash of a Boeing 737 Max jetliner in Ethiopia more than six years ago. The verdict was reached Wednesday on behalf of the relatives of Shikha
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Harvey Weinstein prosecutors say defense’s jury misconduct claims are ‘implausible’
By MICHAEL R. SISAK Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — Prosecutors urged a judge on Wednesday to reject Harvey Weinstein ’s claims that his June sexual assault conviction was marred by threats and bullying among jurors. The disgraced movie mogul’s lawyers submitted affidavits last month from two members of the jury who said they regretted
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MoDOT expects update by end of week on status of Gene Field bridge after closure
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Missouri Department of Transportation is continuing its evaluation of the Gene Field Road bridge after it was struck by an oversized load this week in St. Joseph.
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California revokes 17,000 commercial driver’s licenses for immigrants
By JOSH FUNK AP Transportation Writer California plans to revoke 17,000 commercial driver’s licenses given to immigrants after discovering the expiration dates went past when the drivers were legally allowed to be in the U.S., state officials said Wednesday. The announcement follows harsh criticism from the Trump administration about California and other states granting licenses
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British Police want to speak to a MAGA influencer and partner after London incident
By Kara Fox, CNN London (CNN) — British police published an appeal for information indicating that they want to speak to two people following what police called a “racially aggravated” incident in central London. The British Transport Police on Monday released a photograph of individuals they are seeking to question regarding the incident. CNN has
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2 Federal Reserve officials oppose an interest rate cut in December
By CHRISTOPHER RUGABER AP Economics Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — Two Federal Reserve officials expressed opposition Wednesday to another interest rate cut at the central bank’s next meeting in December, further muddying the outlook for the Fed’s next steps. The remarks by Susan Collins, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston, and Raphael Bostic, president
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Court denies Rapper Tory Lanez’s appeal of his conviction in Megan Thee Stallion shooting
By ANDREW DALTON AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — A California court on Wednesday denied rapper Tory Lanez’s appeal of his guilty verdict on charges he fired a gun at Megan Thee Stallion. A three-judge panel from the California 2nd District Court of Appeal issued a ruling saying they affirm the conviction of the
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These are the 37 donors helping pay for Trump’s $300 million White House ballroom
By WILL WEISSERT Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump says his $300 million White House ballroom will be paid for “100% by me and some friends of mine.” The White House released a list of 37 donors, including crypto billionaires, charitable organizations, sports team owners, powerful financiers, tech and tobacco giants, media companies,
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Chamber Chairman’s Breakfast features Evergy Senior Director
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce’s 2025 Chairman’s Breakfast will feature discussions centered around community growth and empowerment.
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9 pitch-perfect holiday gifts for the music lovers in your life
By MARIA SHERMAN AP Music Writer Shopping for a music fan is no easy task. It seems like it should be: Know their favorite artists? Simply buy them an album on the physical medium of their choice. But how can you be certain they don’t already own it? (Because let’s be honest — if they’re
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Rep. Adelita Grijalva is finally sworn in as the House’s newest Democrat, paving way for Epstein files vote
By Annie Grayer, CNN (CNN) — After 50 days of waiting, Rep. Adelita Grijalva was sworn into Congress Wednesday, bringing an end to a contentious chapter in the US House of Representatives that included a lawsuit and rising tensions inside the Capitol over her seating. Speaker Mike Johnson had said he would not swear in
Continue ReadingRep. Adelita Grijalva signs petition to force House vote on releasing Epstein files, giving it the needed 218 signatures
WASHINGTON (AP) — Rep. Adelita Grijalva signs petition to force House vote on releasing Epstein files, giving it the needed 218 signatures.
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Singer Akon arrested near Atlanta for missing court over suspended license
CHAMBLEE, Ga. (AP) — Hip-hop artist Akon was arrested last week in suburban Atlanta after he didn’t show up in court to face a ticket for driving with a suspended license. Police records show Akon, whose legal name is Aliaune Thiam, was arrested Friday by police in Chamblee, just northeast of Atlanta. Akon was taken
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Chamber of Commerce leadership encourages SJSD administrators, board to ‘stay on a path forward’
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — As the St. Joseph School District’s Board of Education wrestles with deciding on a long-range plan, a Chamber of Commerce executive speaks up about the future of the school district.
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Evoking a Pacific Northwest past, ‘Train Dreams’ stirs a plaintive elegy
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer TORONTO (AP) — It’s popular in Hollywood to follow the tax credits wherever they go, but that was never going to be much of an option for “Train Dreams.” When director Clint Bentley embarked on adapting Denis Johnson ’s 2011 novella, he knew the book’s early 20th century Idaho
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Shop St. Joseph kicks off Wednesday
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce kicked off its 19th annual Shop St. Joseph Holiday Program Wednesday.
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This gift guide for movie lovers ranges from candles and pj’s to books for babies and adults
By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer If you think gifts for movie lovers begin and end with Blu-Rays and cineplex gift cards, think again. There’s lots of ways to get creative (and impress) the film fan in your life. You could always splurge on a Sundance Film Festival pass (starting at $350 for the online
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Sudan’s worsening situation leaves 2 out of every 3 people in need of aid, UN official says
By The Associated Press CAIRO (AP) — Two out of three people in war-torn Sudan are in dire need of aid, a U.N. official said Wednesday. The situation is getting “horrific for civilians,” U.N. humanitarian affairs and relief head Tom Fletcher told The Associated Press, as aid groups struggle to deliver much-needed assistance to communities.
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Judge orders release of hundreds arrested in Illinois immigration crackdown
By Whitney Wild, Alisha Ebrahimji, Amanda Musa, CNN (CNN) — A federal judge ordered the release of hundreds of people arrested as part of the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown in Illinois, according to a court ruling, dealing a blow to federal efforts to detain and deport as many undocumented people as possible. US District Judge
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Theft of Roman statues from Syria’s main museum believed to be the work of an individual
By GHAITH ALSAYED and BASSEM MROUE Associated Press DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) — Investigators believe that the theft of several ancient statues dating back to the Roman era from Syria’s national museum was likely the work of an individual, not an organized gang, officials said Wednesday. The National Museum of Damascus was closed after the heist
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Showdown in St. Joseph draws near
ST. JOSEPH, Mo (KQTV)– Local boxers are preparing for a popular “Showdown” at East Hills Mall.
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