Tickets being issued for Hands-Free Law
The Missouri State Highway Patrol has issued more than 300 tickets since the hands-free law was enforced this year.
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Voices of Courages gears up for Child Abuse Prevention Month
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — As part of National Child Abuse Prevention Month, the Voices of Courage Child Advocacy Center is spearheading a series of powerful community initiatives aimed at raising awareness about child sexual abuse and equipping families with essential tools to protect children from harm.
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One injured in crash near Belt Entertainment
Local police, fire and EMS crews responded to a crash Friday along North Belt Highway.
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Open conversations can be the best defense against juvenile drug overdoses
It’s easier than ever for a child or teenager to access life-threatening drugs like crystal meth, cocaine, heroine and opioids like fentanyl, and it’s up to parents and guardians to be the barrier between their kids and an accidental overdose. According to a KFF analysis, in 2023, 539 adolescents died from a fentanyl overdose. These
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Cordonnier reflects on career on final day with fire department
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Firefighting for the city of St. Joseph is a family tradition for retiring Fire Chief Kenny Cordonnier. The Cordonnier firefighting lineage in St. Joseph dates back to 1958 when Kenny’s father, Lawrence “Tink” Cordonnier, began his career with the St. Joseph Fire Department. “”Throughout the country, you’ll
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Officials address dangers of Belt Highway speeding for motorcyclist
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Since 2023, a motorcycle fatality has occurred along the Belt Highway each year, and St. Joseph police are taking note of the cause. As a member of the St. Joseph Police Department’s Traffic Unit, Sgt. James Tonn knows more than he’d like to about the devastating impact of a
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Alabama Street/Route 59 intersection project delayed again
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A major intersection improvement project planned for south St. Joseph will now begin in late April. Improvements at U.S. Route 59 and Alabama Street originally scheduled for April 1 have now been delayed until Monday, April 21, due to pre-construction utility work in the area. The $8.3 million project
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One man in custody after multiple crashes
One driver was taken into custody by the St. Joseph Police Department after a hit-and-run crash Wednesday evening.
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Missouri push to curb Chinese-made drones receives objections from law enforcement
A bill targeting foreign-manufactured drones drew opposition Monday from Missouri law enforcement officials and public utility representatives.
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Bridges to receive repairs in Northwest Missouri
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Several MODOT bridge projects are set to begin in Andrew, Buchanan, Clinton and DeKalb Counties.
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Cameron woman suffers serious injuries in crash
A Cameron, Missouri woman suffered serious injuries in a one-car crash Tuesday.
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Buchanan County Sheriff seeking jail security improvements
Security upgrades may be on the way at the local law enforcement center.
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April brings attention to Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAM), calling attention to sexual violence.
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Tips to prepare for severe weather conditions
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Thunderstorms are on the horizon now that spring has arrived and severe weather could be trickling in with it. This includes the risk of tornadoes, hail and damaging winds, all of which are possible late Tuesday and early Wednesday morning. In the event of severe weather, it’s important to
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Three injured in Avenue City crash
Three St. Joseph residents are injured after an Andrew County crash Monday.
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Resurfacing project limiting ramp access to I-29, I-229 on Tuesday
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Several ramps along Interstate 29 north of St. Joseph will be closed on Tuesday. Four ramps to I-29 and Interstate 229 in Andrew County will be closed from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on April 1 due to a resurfacing project. They include : Southbound I-29 to I-229 (Exit
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Cordonnier retiring from post as fire chief
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The city will be seeking a new fire chief. Chief Kenny Cordonnier will retire on Friday, April 4, capping a 43-year career. He has served as fire chief since November 2021. Cordonnier started with the city in September 1981 and served in several positions, including nine years as the
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Proposed house bill focuses on school safety
HB 416, sponsored by Rep. Brenda Shields, R-St. Joseph, includes multiple provisions, such as requiring schools to adopt a comprehensive emergency operations plan to be shared with first responders, requiring schools to have bleeding control kits, and equipping interior school doors with anti-intruder locks and exterior doors with bullet-resistant window film.
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Emergency crews respond to two-vehicle crash
Emergency crews respond to two-vehicle crash around 9 p.m. on Friday, March 28.
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Andrew County group plans free upcoming events
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Andrew County Health and Safety Coalition is planning programs to help families keep kids and teens off of drugs. “Guiding Good Choices” is a free, six-week free program for parents and teens running from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. every Tuesday at Savannah Middle School. Coalition Coordinator Jessica
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Investigation underway following officer-involved shooting; police identify one in custody
A person was killed in an officer-involved shooting in St. Joseph Thursday morning.
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SJPD investigating possible hit-and-run
The St. Joseph Police Department is investigating a possible hit-and-run.
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Occupants shaken up after shot hits salon
A local business is cleaning up after having a window shot out Thursday morning.
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Man killed in officer-involved shooting
The St. Joseph Police Department are working a scene involving multiple suspects in the 2500 block of Mitchell Ave.
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U.S. 36 bridge construction taking place in Brown County
HIAWATHA, Ks. (News-Press NOW) — Starting on Thursday, March 27, repairs will begin on a U.S. 36 bridge one half mile west of the U.S. 36/U.S. 73 intersection in Brown County, Kansas.
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Drug Strike Force installing fencing at building
Local law enforcement is working on facility updates to gain more privacy and deter loitering.
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Two taken to hospital following three-vehicle crash
First responders worked the scene of a crash Monday evening at the intersection of South Belt Highway and Mitchell Avenue.
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Crews work the scene of a fire
The St. Joseph Fire Department responded to a fire in the area of Sixth and Atchison streets Monday night.
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Buchanan County jail population reaching pre-pandemic levels
Buchanan County jail inmate population is on the rise
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Women increasingly on the frontlines as first responders
During Women’s History Month, female police officers, paramedics and firefighters continue to break barriers by showcasing their strength in a male-dominated field.
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