Public Safety

By Jenna Wilson Recent deadly crashes around St. Joseph, and specifically on the Belt Highway, are furthering concerns about safety for motorists. Law enforcement officers say reckless driving on the Belt Highway has been a problem for a while now. According to Sgt. James Tonn with the St. Joseph Police Department, many motorists are going

By Jenna Wilson A collision that started with a deer on Interstate 29 sent a motorcyclist and other drivers to the hospital Monday afternoon. Matthew Banks, 36, of Oregon, was northbound on I-29 on a motorcycle when he struck a deer and lost control, according to Missouri State Highway Patrol crash reports. He was taken

By Charles Christian Summer break provides a great opportunity for families to have fun together, but it also can provide challenges for working parents of younger children. Frank Till of the St. Joseph Safety and Health Council reminds parents to use discernment and to communicate thoroughly when leaving kids at home during the day. “We

By Chris Fortune A man was seriously injured in a two-vehicle crash Friday afternoon near the Stockyards Expressway involving a Freightliner truck and a Ford F-150. St. Joseph police officers received a call at 12:33 p.m. about the injury traffic crash at South Sixth and Hickory streets. “The semi-truck and trailer were headed east on

By Jenna Wilson The St. Joseph Safety and Health Council and Missouri State Highway Patrol partnered Thursday morning to teach local students about the dangers of driving under the influence. Missouri Western State University students experienced firsthand what it’s like to get behind the wheel while under the influence through a driving simulator and impairment

By NewsPress Now Three interstate ramps in the area will be closed on Friday for emergency repairs to asphalt. The ramps are located along Interstate 29, Interstate 229 and U.S. Route 71 in Andrew County. Contractors from Herzog Contracting Corp., working with the Missouri Department of Transportation, will intermittently close the following ramps beginning at

By Jenna Wilson St. Joseph police are investigating an early morning shooting in the North End that left two people wounded. The shooting occurred around 5:15 a.m. in the 500 block of Shady Avenue where two victims were shot and wounded. According to the St. Joseph Police Department, the victims, who were 35 years old

By Jenna Wilson A local construction company saw a rocky start to its work day after an excavator was stolen from the job site at the Shoppes at North Village late Tuesday night. Scott Gann Construction company has been working on a hotel project expected to be located in the North Shoppes area, but when

By Jenna Wilson The St. Joseph Police Department is underlining the importance mental health services and support for law enforcement professionals following the tragic death of an officer last week. “I’ve given a lot of thought on the best way that we can go about addressing this tragedy today,” said Capt. Jeff Wilson with the

By Jenna Wilson Summer break is underway for St. Joseph kids, and the extra free time could lead to more screen time, and in turn, an increased risk of unsafe interactions. With the lack of structured learning time, homework and extracurricular activities, it can be tempting for kids to spend hours a day on social

By Jenna Wilson The St. Joseph Police Department is gearing up for its annual Cops Care Youth Camp in July, bringing officers and local kids together in a positive environment. Local police officers want to remind the community that officers shouldn’t be feared, despite some having a negative view of them. “Unfortunately, a lot of

By Jenna Wilson The summer months bring an increased possibility for street racing, which is why the St. Joseph Police Department is reminding people of the danger of these events. Street racing and takeovers can lead to many problems, including hundreds of thousands of dollars in damages. But law enforcement wants motorists to be aware

By Jenna Wilson After a newborn infant was found deceased over the weekend near Mozingo Lake in Maryville, officials are pointing to resources and solutions for those who need to surrender a child. Maryville Public Safety is still investigating the cause of death and circumstances, and interim Police Chief Mike Stolte said no further information

By NewsPress Now One person was injured in a crash late Sunday night in Harrison County, five miles south of Bethany, Missouri. A 2010 Ford F-250, driven by Bryson D. Nalle, 18, of Pattonsburg, Missouri, was southbound on U.S. Highway 69 around 10:18 p.m. when he hit a guardrail. Then a 2021 Ram 2500, driven

By NewsPress Now A 23-year-old man was seriously injured in an incident involving a golf cart around 1:15 a.m. Saturday in Gentry County. A golf cart driven by Korbin L. Fletchall, 20, of Stanberry, Missouri, was traveling south on a private drive, about two and a half miles northwest of Stanberry, Missouri, with an occupant

By Jazmine Knight Whether you’re planning a tubing trip to the lake or just a cruise down the waters for Memorial Day, keeping boating safety tips in mind is essential for a safe weekend. Missouri State Highway Patrol Sgt. Kurt Schmutzler said the biggest key is being weather aware. Check the weather before you go

By Jenna Wilson Closed roads can be an inconvenience to drivers, but the Missouri State Highway Patrol is warning that avoiding or moving barricades can result in consequences. “You’ll see these signs a lot of times put in place by the Missouri Department of Transportation,” said Sgt. Shane Hux with the Missouri State Highway Patrol.

By Jenna Wilson It’s all hands-on deck to continue reducing violent crime in St. Joseph, as residents are taking notice of frequent crime activity occurring in their neighborhoods. The City of St. Joseph may have seen a decrease in overall crime during 2023, but some residents in Midtown, like Greg Thompson, found the decline hard

By Jenna Wilson It’s all hands on deck to continue reducing violent crime in St. Joseph, as residents are taking notice of frequent illegal activities occurring in their neighborhoods. The City of St. Joseph may have seen a decrease in overall crime during 2023, but some residents in areas like Midtown found the decline hard

By Marcus Clem A 69-year-old died on Thursday after what authorities said is an apparent accident involving a grain bin in the rural Buchanan County area. Cmdr. Michael Donaldson said that Buchanan County Sheriff deputies found the man, who has not yet been named, dead near the intersection of U.S. Highway 169 and Missouri Highway

By Jenna Wilson In a press release from the Nodaway County Sheriff’s office, officials stated that assisting agencies have concluded their investigation in the area of Quitman in regard to the tip they received. No new evidence was recovered at the scene but the Nodaway County Sheriff’s Office will continue its pursuit of justice in

By Jenna Wilson As details continue to emerge in the sexual misconduct case against a Robidoux Middle School teacher, the mother of the 14-year-old victim said her family is dealing with the fallout of the situation. News-Press NOW sat down with the woman, who we are not naming to protect the identity of the victim,

By Riley Funk As outdoor activities ramp up amid the warm weather, so do spring storms, meaning people need to consider lightning risks when enjoying time outside. According to the National Weather Service, there are around 25 million cloud-to-ground lightning flashes in the United States each year. In addition, roughly 300 people are struck and

By NewsPress Now St. Joseph police are continuing to gather information in the wake of a wrong-way crash that claimed the life of one St. Joseph man Friday. Sgt. James Tonn with the St. Joseph Police Department said police have finished their investigation into the crash and are awaiting blood results from the driver who

By NewsPress Now An 18-year-old sustained serious injuries after being ejected during a single-vehicle crash around 2:08 p.m. Saturday in Harrison County. Daniel D. Romero Garcia, 18, of Cedar Creek, Texas, was northbound on Interstate 35, seven miles north of Eagleville, Missouri, in a 2016 GMC Acadia when he traveled off the left side of

By Riley Funk As Memorial Day weekend approaches and marks an unofficial start to summer, drivers should take into account an increase in traffic, pedestrians and certain roadway risks. According to AAA, there will be almost 44 million travelers during Memorial Day weekend, with more than 38 million hitting the road and almost 4 million

By Jenna Wilson The St. Joseph Safety and Health Council is noticing a lack of teenagers signed up for its summer driving program for the first time. Many reasons could be behind why there is a decrease in teenagers signing up for courses to obtain a driver’s license, including a growing trend that shows teenagers