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January 29, 2026 6:08 pm Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph residents now have a new and popular dessert destination to enjoy.

The Missouri Highway Patrol reported 8 fatalities over the Fourth of July weekend.

Three-vehicle crash involving trash truck kills one, injures three

January 29, 2026 5:34 pm Leah Rainwater

CLINTON COUNTY, Mo. (KQTV) — One person is dead in a three-vehicle crash involving a trash truck on Route PP in Clinton County Thursday morning.

Savannah in the running for “Small Town Showcase” recognition from Missouri Humanities

January 29, 2026 3:41 pm Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — An Andrew County community has been selected to potentially have it’s stories featured on the grand stage.

Mayoral candidate Kenneth Reeder aims to shake things up at City Hall if elected

January 29, 2026 5:28 pm Cameron Montemayor

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A former St. Joseph school board member and outspoken local figure is looking to advance in next week’s mayoral primary election in St. Joseph.

The Voices of Courage Child Advocacy Center provides a new ‘paws-on’ service.

January 29, 2026 5:06 pm Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The slogan “man’s best friend” has been a staple saying about the relationship between dogs and humans forever, and one dog’s job at Voices of Courage Child Advocacy Center is to be everyone’s best friend.

House Republicans propose voting changes as Trump administration eyes midterm election

January 29, 2026 3:48 pm Associated Press

WASHINGTON (AP) — House Republicans are proposing sweeping changes to the nation’s voting laws, a long-shot priority for President Donald Trump that would impose stricter requirements, including some before Americans vote in the midterm elections in the fall.

Missouri mother helps spearhead grassroots bill to criminalize child sexual grooming

January 29, 2026 2:55 pm Cameron Montemayor

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — For nearly two years, Madison Royer’s closest family members, younger sisters Sophie and Evelyn, were sexually groomed by someone close to them who they believed in and trusted.

Gas prices remain flat in Missouri following winter storm

January 29, 2026 3:02 pm Danielle Bailey

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Gas prices in Missouri remained steady in the wake of a winter storm that impacted the state last week.

Missouri Lottery player wins $100K after double-checking ticket

January 29, 2026 2:24 pm Leah Rainwater

DEKALB COUNTY, Mo. (KQTV) — A Missouri Lottery player said she might not have won $100,000 if she hadn’t double-checked her “$500 Frenzy” tickets on her My Lottery Players Club account for Rewards.

From neighborhood walks to City Hall Larry Miller puts name on ballot for mayor

January 29, 2026 11:56 am TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — Larry Miller, a familiar face known for waving and smiling on his daily walks, is running for mayor.

One dead in Smithville house explosion and fire

January 29, 2026 10:18 am Leah Rainwater

SMITHVILLE, Mo. (KQTV) — One person is dead after a fire engulfed a house at the 300 block of East Meadow Street in Smithville Wednesday night.

St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce, local entrepreneurs officially open the Launch Pad

January 28, 2026 7:47 pm Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A new hub for innovators, entrepreneurs, remote professionals and business owners in Northwest Missouri is officially up and running in Downtown St. Joseph.

Local program gives kids an equal opportunity

January 28, 2026 7:53 pm Zach Blanke

ST. JOSEPH, MO (KQTV) — A homeschool sports organization looks to give kids around the area a chance at participating in different sports programs.

Pivotal Point Housing receives large donation from Kirkland’s Home after closure in North Shoppes

January 28, 2026 6:39 pm Cameron Montemayor

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A local nonprofit received a special parting gift this week from a former North Shoppes business that recently closed its doors.

Sinaloa man sentenced to 20 years in U.S. federal court for fentanyl conspiracy

January 28, 2026 5:35 pm Prajukta Ghosh

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KQTV)– A man from Sinaloa, Mexico, was sentenced in federal court on Tuesday for his role in a fentanyl drug conspiracy.

SJFD shares home saftey tips to prevent fires

January 28, 2026 3:17 pm Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV)- The temperatures have been colder than usual lately, prompting residents to turn up the heat in their homes.

New coffee shop ‘The Daily Grind’ opening for business Feb. 3 on Lake Avenue

January 28, 2026 1:48 pm Cameron Montemayor

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — South Side residents will see the official launch of a new drive-thru coffee shop on Lake Avenue starting next week.

St. Joseph broadcaster retires after 45 year career

January 29, 2026 11:07 am Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — A familiar radio voice is calling it a career after 45 years in broadcast journalism.

St. Joseph Dance Company to perform ‘The Wonderful Wizard of Oz’ at Missouri Theater this Saturday

January 28, 2026 10:41 am Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Dance Arts Center is gearing up for a live performance of a classic novel at the Missouri Theater this Saturday.

Clinton County Justice Center Project to appear on April 2026 ballot

January 28, 2026 11:46 am Leah Rainwater

PLATTSBURG, Mo. (KQTV) — The Clinton County Commissioners approved a historic ballot question for the upcoming April 2026 election, bringing the issue to voters.

Lamar Hunt, Jr. highlights the value of catholic education at Prayer Breakfast

January 28, 2026 12:26 pm TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The St. Joseph Catholic Academy hosted its annual Prayer Breakfast and Fundraiser at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church Wednesday morning.

‘A historic step’: Clinton County voters to see ballot question to build new justice center, modernize facilities

January 28, 2026 11:39 am Cameron Montemayor

CLINTON COUNTY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Clinton County voters will be asked to support a ballot measure this April to address critical infrastructure needs within county’s legal and correctional systems.

Local nurse wins big in Schwarzenegger fitness app contest

January 28, 2026 10:42 am Prajukta Ghosh

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV)– A registered nurse in Medical Oncology at Mosaic’s Cancer Center took a chance to compete in a challenge from a fitness app created by Arnold Schwarzenegger.

Rolling Hills Library holding third moving sale this week in preparation for Riverside opening

January 27, 2026 5:51 pm Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — As preparations for the new Rolling Hills Library on Riverside Road continue, a third sale will be held for items no longer needed from Friday, Jan. 30 to Saturday Jan. 31.

Trump wants ‘honest’ investigation into ‘very sad’ killing of Minneapolis protester

January 27, 2026 5:41 pm Associated Press

(AP) — President Donald Trump said Tuesday a “big investigation” was underway into the killing of protester and ICU nurse Alex Pretti by federal agents in Minneapolis.

St. Joseph Sertoma Club presents $500 awards to Special Olympics, YMCA and AFL-CIO

January 27, 2026 5:32 pm Danielle Bailey

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Sertoma Club awarded $500 each to three organizations in a continuation of the celebration of its 112th anniversary.

St. Joseph School Board provides details on renovation plans

January 27, 2026 4:20 pm Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — One of the main agenda items discussed at Monday’s St. Joseph Board of Education meeting centered around planned classroom renovations for one of its high schools.

MoWest men’s basketball team pays visit to Cameron Intermediate School

January 27, 2026 5:00 pm Leah Rainwater, Daniel Byford

CAMERON, Mo. (KQTV) — Players on Missouri Western State University’s men’s basketball team made a trip across U.S. Highway 36 to show their appreciation to students at Cameron Intermediate School.

Man charged in Parkville road rage shooting

January 27, 2026 3:49 pm Leah Rainwater

PLATTE COUNTY, Mo. (KQTV) — A man is charged with multiple counts in relation to a road rage shooting in Parkville, Missouri Monday.

‘MJ- The Illusion’ to be performed at Missouri Theatre

January 27, 2026 2:22 pm Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — 816Live! will present a full-scale recreation of Michael Jackson’s iconic Dangerous Tour, set to take the stage at the historic Missouri Theatre.