Officials share air travel tips ahead of Thanksgiving
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KQTV) —Â With Thanksgiving quickly approaching, numerous Americans will be traveling to see loved ones all over the country.
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Graduates reflect on Buchanan County EMS Paramedic program
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — Eight individuals graduated from the 11-month Buchanan County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Paramedic program Monday morning.
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MSHP participates in ‘Project Blue Light’ to honor fallen officers
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The Missouri State Highway Patrol announced it will pay tribute to fallen officers throughout the holiday season.
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City eyes major upgrade with $1.3 million for new fleet of high-tech drones
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — In the event of a fire, search and rescue or other emergency situation, local personnel could have a new set of eyes in the sky backing them up.
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Local law enforcement shares online shopping safety tips ahead of the holidays
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) —Â Black Friday and Cyber Monday aren’t here just yet, but holiday shopping certainly is. Online shopping has become the “new normal” due to the convenience and reliability, but just like any form of online use, safety concerns remain.
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DeKalb County first responders find three people dead in Thursday house fire
DEKALB COUNTY, Mo. (KQTV) — The DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office said three people are dead after law enforcement responded to a residential fire early Thursday morning.
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Five people arrested with connection to multiple crimes across the Midwest
FAUCETT, Mo. (KQTV) — Five people were arrested Tuesday after being wanted in connection with multiple crimes, which spanned several states across the Midwest.
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Large quantity of fentanyl seized in St. Joseph after arrest of woman on felony warrants
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Two St. Joseph women were arrested on North Belt Highway this afternoon as part of an investigation that led to a sizable quantity of fentanyl being seized.
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Maryville Fire Department looking for volunteers
MARYVILLE, Mo. (KQTV) — The Maryville Fire Department is looking for new members for its volunteer unit.
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Cybersecurity incident damages notification system for Atchison County Emergency Management
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The CodeRED public notification system used by Atchison County Emergency Management is currently offline due to a recent cybersecurity incident, the agency announced on Facebook today.
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Sheriffs department urges motorists to avoid drowsy driving
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — Driving drowsy behind the wheel can be just as dangerous as driving intoxicated, but it’s often not as cautioned.
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Tractor-trailer crash causes traffic jam on I-29
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) —Â A crash involving an out-of-town tractor-trailer hauling a load caused traffic to back up on northbound Interstate 29 Wednesday morning.
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SJFD investigating Monday fire on East Franklin Street that displaced residents
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Local authorities are investigating the cause of a Monday evening house fire that caused significant damage and displaced multiple residents near St. Joseph Avenue.
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One dead, two injured in wrong-way crash at KCI
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KQTV) — One person is dead and two others suffered minor injuries in a wrong-way crash Tuesday morning, according to Kansas City Media outlets.
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SJPD launches new social media series to build transparency within the community
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) —Â The St. Joseph Police Department recently launched a social media initiative that is gaining positive community interaction.
Continue Reading Three adults seriously injured in Caldwell County crash
CALDWELL COUNTY, Mo. (KQTV) — Three adults are seriously injured from a crash that occurred at 6 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 17, in Caldwell County.
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Bluff View Drive to close for railroad crossing work by Stockyards Expressway
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The City of St. Joseph announced Bluff View Drive between Southwest Lower Lake Road and Stockyards Expressway will be closed for railroad crossing work.
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Central High students turn crash experience into safe-driving missionÂ
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) —Â Two Central High School students are using a life-changing experience to inspire safer habits on the road.Â
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Gene Field Road Bridge to remain closed after MoDOT inspection reveals structural damage
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Crews from the Missouri Department of Transportation have determined that the damaged Gene Field Road bridge will remain closed until structural improvements can be carried out.
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Clinton County announces extension to boil advisory
CLINTON COUNTY, Mo. (KQTV) — Clinton County PWSD #4 announced an extension to a boil advisory on their social media page Tuesday evening, due to a larger-than-expected repair area.
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New detour announced following Gene Field Road bridge closure
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Gene Field Road Bridge remains closed at the direction of the Missouri Department of Transportation, which maintains and has authority over it, as the agency continues to evaluate the structure following an accident earlier this week.
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First responders host Q&A on proposed Andrew County dispatch tax
ANDREW COUNTY, Mo. (KQTV) — Andrew County community members gathered with area first responders to discuss a possible tax hitting the ballots in the spring of 2026 elections.Â
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SJFD prepares crews, gear for winter weather
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — As the temperatures drop, not only does the St. Joseph Fire Department prepare its crew, but its equipment as well.
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First responders in Cameron hosting food driveÂ
CAMERON, Mo. (KQTV) — First responders in Cameron are hosting a food drive to give back to those in need in their area.
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MoDOT prepares to tackle winter roads
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) —Â With winter around the corner, the Missouri Department of Transportation is preparing for the inclement weather.
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Joint law enforcement operation leads to three DUI arrests, 77 traffic stops in St. Joseph
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Local authorities have released the numbers from Saturday’s join law enforcement operation aimed at improving roadway safety and deterring dangerous driving.
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Fire department shares how to avoid hazards with holiday lights
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — Houses may start looking a little extra bright as the holiday season approaches, but there are safety tips community members need to take into account as they start to decorate with holiday lights.
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Suspect charged after shots fired inside Downtown apartment on Sunday
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — One adult male is in custody after shots were reportedly fired inside a Downtown apartment complex on Sunday afternoon in St. Joseph.
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St. Joseph man charged in connection to Sunday Downtown shooting
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — A St. Joseph man has been charged in connection with a shooting in Downtown St. Joseph on Sunday afternoon.
Continue Reading Three people injured in Daviess County crash
DAVIESS COUNTY, Mo. (KQTV) — Three people were injured in a crash on Interstate 35 Monday afternoon.
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