New bus shelter in the works for Frederick Avenue
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph transit riders will see a new bus stop added along the main corridor to Downtown.
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New Mosaic women’s clinic aims to address maternity care challenges in Missouri
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Women’s health has been and continues to be a priority in Missouri.
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USDA orders states ‘undo’ full SNAP payouts as states warn of ‘catastrophic impact’
(AP) — President Donald Trump’s administration is demanding states “undo” full SNAP benefits paid out under judges’ orders last week, now that the U.S. Supreme Court has stayed those rulings, marking the latest swing in a seesawing legal battle over the anti-hunger program used by 42 million Americans.
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MoWest holding plant sale next week to benefit Campus Cupboard program
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Gardeners and plant enthusiasts will have the opportunity to stock up on new greenery next week at Missouri Western.
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Highland Community College celebrates museum addition
HIGHLAND, Kan. (KQTV) — Highland Community College hosted its grand opening for the Beulah Gilmore Memorial Hall.
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St. Joseph Fire Department and Doniphan County fire district near agreement to provide emergency services
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Two fire departments are hoping to strengthen ties with a new agreement up for first reading at Monday’s City Council meeting.
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High School Football final scores: District Semifinals
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Check out the final scores for high school football district semifinal matchups.
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Trump admin asks Supreme Court to halt order providing full SNAP payments for November
BOSTON (AP) — Residents in some U.S. states began to receive their full SNAP food aid Friday as an appeals court left in place, for now, an order requiring President Donald Trump’s administration to fund such benefits amid a U.S. government shutdown. A judge had given the Republican administration until Friday to make the payments
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St. Joseph awarded $7.4M state grant to develop new aircraft complex at 139th Airlift Wing
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The City of St. Joseph will receive millions in state grant funding to design a state-of-the-art facility capable of maintaining the coveted C-130J model aircraft.
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The Latest: Hundreds of flights canceled nationwide due to government shutdown
The Federal Aviation Administration ’s unprecedented order to scale back flights nationwide because of the record-long government shutdown took effect Friday morning, with some passengers trying to figure out backup travel plans.
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Heartland Road construction project to impact traffic starting Monday
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Drivers will likely need to plan an alternative route of traffic starting Monday for those commuting through the Mosaic Life Care campus.
Continue Reading Showdown in the semis: LeBlond, St. Joe Christian among teams eyeing shot in district title games
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — It’s win or go home for high school football teams vying for a shot in the district title game next weekend.
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Sugarplum Festival returns to Albrecht-Kemper Museum
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art is ringing in the holiday season once again with the annual Sugarplum Festival kicking off Thursday.
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MoWest offers glimpse into the solar system with upcoming planetarium show
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Stargazers and astronomy enthusiasts of St. Joseph will want to mark their calendars next weekend.
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Federal judge orders Trump administration to make full November SNAP payments
A federal judge in Rhode Island said Thursday that the Trump administration must fully cover food stamp benefits for tens of millions of Americans in November.
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Streets Department ramps up snow plow training in preparation for winter
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Snow plow crews are staying prepared for whatever mother nature potentially throws their way this winter.
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US flights could soon get slashed if the shutdown continues. Here’s what to know if you’re about to fly
Starting Friday, the Trump administration will reduce flights at 40 airports nationwide if the shutdown continues.
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Ollie’s Bargain Outlet to open new St. Joseph store in former Big Lots building
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — More than a year after the departure of Big Lots in St. Joseph, plans are in motion to bring a popular new discount store to the Belt Highway.
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The government shutdown is now the longest – and likely the most damaging in US history
New York (CNN) — The ongoing government shutdown isn’t just the longest in American history. It’s likely the most damaging, too.
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St. Joseph announces time and date for 2025 Veterans Day Parade
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The courage and patriotism of those who served in the armed forces will be honored once again through the streets of St. Joseph.
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Missouri expands utility disconnection rule for customers faced with freezing temps
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — With winter fast approaching, customers of investor-owned utilities in Missouri will now be afforded a longer window to avoid utility disconnections in times of frigid temperatures.
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Trial date set in NAACP lawsuit challenging new Missouri congressional map
A Cole County judge will review another redistricting lawsuit Dec. 15, following what was supposed to be the first redistricting trial Monday.
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Chaddy’s debuts new cafe at Buchanan County Courthouse
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Hot and fresh food is back once again at the Buchanan County Courthouse.
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With temperatures dropping, emergency warming centers are now opened in St. Joseph.
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — Three St. Joseph social services organizations serve as emergency warming centers for the city.
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Price Chopper, Hy-Vee offering free meals to kids in St. Joseph this week amid government shutdown
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A pair of local grocery stores are lending a helping hand to families and households across St. Joseph amid the ongoing government shutdown.
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Remembering Dick Cheney in photos, from defense chief to VP
The Associated Press Dick Cheney, the former defense chief during the Persian Gulf War under President George H.W. Bush and vice president under Bush’s son George W. Bush, has died at age 84. This is a photo gallery curated by Associated Press photo editors.
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Skydivers take the leap for Noyes Home for Children
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Seventeen people took a leap for a good cause Sunday afternoon, jumping out of a plane to raise money for the Noyes Home for Children.
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News-Press & Gazette Company partnering with KQTV to strengthen local news coverage
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) – St. Joseph based News-Press & Gazette Company (NPG) and Heartland Media have announced a partnership, effective today, that will combine broadcast news resources under the KQ2 Hometown News brand. The media companies have entered into a Shared Services Agreement to strengthen local journalism in St. Joseph and across the
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St. Joseph Police focus on trends, not just numbers in gun violence reports
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Gun violence is something people in St. Joseph have talked about for years — not just because it affects families and neighborhoods, but because it’s about safety. But according to St. Joseph Police Sergeant Richard McGregory, there’s a big difference between the number of shots fired calls the department
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Project Warmth collects winter gear, donations still needed
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Project Warmth kicked off its winter coat drive Saturday at Sam’s Club, where volunteers and community members braved the chilly morning to help neighbors stay warm this season.
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