Andrew County earns Blue Shield designation
ANDREW COUNTY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Andrew County Sheriff’s Office received the Missouri Blue Shield designation for the community’s commitment to improving public safety.
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Arrest made in 19-year-old murder with help from local law enforcement
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Northwest Missouri law enforcement played a key role in the recent arrest of a man accused of killing his wife nearly two decades ago in Georgia.
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Two injured in Daviess County crash
Two people were injured in a two-car Daviess County crash Wednesday. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports the crash occurred around 12:21 p.m. on Missouri Route 6, just east of Missouri Route 190 and north of Jamesport. A 45-year-old Trenton, Missouri man rear-ended a 62-year-old Gallatin, Missouri woman stopped in traffic attempting to turn. An
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Summer driving courses return to St. Joseph for teens
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The first session of teen summer driving courses in St. Joseph is set to begin next week.
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One dead, two seriously injured after Country Club crash
One person is dead, and two are seriously injured after a crash in Country Club, Missouri Tuesday. According to a Missouri State Highway Patrol crash report, the crash occurred around 3:36 p.m. on Business Loop 29, or U.S. 59 Highway, at John Glenn Road in Country Club. A 37-year-old St. Joseph woman driving south with
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Kansas City woman sentenced for COVID-19 scheme
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A Kansas City woman was sentenced in federal court today for filing a false claim as part of a scheme to fraudulently receive approximately $62,811.75 in COVID-19 relief funds from the government.
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Platte County recognized as Blue Shield community
PLATTE, CO., Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Missouri Department of Public Safety has recognized Platte County as a Blue Shield Community in recognition of Platte County’s commitment to Public Safety.
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SJPD makes quick arrest following Thursday night stabbing
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Police Department was able to capture and arrest a suspect who fled the scene of a stabbing on Thursday evening.
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St. Joseph Police clarify shooting reports in 2025
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) –While more than 100 shooting incidents have been reported in St. Joseph since the beginning of the year, fewer than half have been linked to violent crime, according to the St. Joseph Police Department.
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Water main burst blocks off Messanie Street
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Messanie and 8th Streets have been closed off due to a water main line bursting.
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MSHP Troop H rolls out new ‘Ghost’ Patrol Cars
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Missouri State Highway Patrol is rolling out its new ‘ghost graphic’ vehicles, just in time for Memorial Day weekend, urging drivers to prioritize safety.Â
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MSHP sets Memorial Day counting period, gives safety advice
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Missouri State Highway Patrol announced it has set the Memorial Day weekend counting period and offers safety advice to holiday travelers.
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Northwest Missouri routes to see scrub seal work
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Missouri Department of Transportation has announced scrub seal work and dates along different Northwest Missouri routes.
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Drivers to see detours from Messanie Street for water line replacement
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Messanie Street will close to traffic for several hours on Thursday and Friday for a water service line replacement.
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Law enforcement supports Special Olympics with fundraising race
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Police agencies came together Tuesday for the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics.
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New Buchanan County EMS facility is safer, more spacious
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â Construction is nearly complete on the new Buchanan County EMS facility in Downtown St. Joseph.Â
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One dead in multi-vehicle crash on Missouri Route 6
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A 49-year-old woman is dead following a four-vehicle crash Monday on Missouri Route 6, near Bessie Ellison Elementary.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Law enforcement personnel responded to a multi-vehicle crash Monday evening on Missouri Route 6, near Bessie Ellison Elementary.
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Felony charge dropped against Central activities director, David Lau
Collier County, Fla. (News-Press NOW) — During the first day of trial, a felony charge against Central High School activities director, David Lau, has been dropped.
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Nebraska man injured in Andrew County motorcycle crash
ANDREW COUNTY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — One man was seriously injured after being ejected from a motorcycle around 11:55 a.m. Saturday on Interstate 29, four miles west of Savannah, Missouri.
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Overlay project to begin on Northwest Parkway
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Northwest Parkway will receive an upgrade with an overlay project, as part of the City of St. Joseph’s ongoing street maintenance efforts.
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Missouri Task Force 1 heading to St. Louis after heavy damage, fatalities reported after storms
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)– Missouri Task Force 1 is heading to St. Louis to help with storm damage recovery.
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Living with crossfire: the new normal in St. Joseph
Many St. Joseph residents believe gun violence is inevitable regardless of location, that’s why many professionals in the firearms field believe proper training can prevent future incidents.
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I.C.E. detains father after traffic stop in St. JosephÂ
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Just a few days before his high school graduation, Dayton Guerrero received a heartbreaking phone call, that his father was taken in to custody by Immigration Customs Enforcement.
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City of St. Joseph names new fire chief
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Fire Department’s new leader is coming from within its ranks. Ivan Klippenstein has been named the department’s new chief. Klippenstein joined the SJFD in January of 2002 and has served in several roles, including firefighter, first responder, confined space technician, driver and captain. He has been
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Local law enforcement responds to Belt High Traffic Accident
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW)- St. Joseph law enforcement responded to a traffic accident at the intersection of South Belt Highway and Messanie Street around 9 a.m. Thursday morning. Officer Alex Rich said the two-vehicle accident involved a Volkswagen minivan and a Mercedes sedan. One person sustained minor injuries. “We believe the blue Mercedes was northbound
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Child suffers serious injuries in horse-car collision
DAVIESS COUNTY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A child suffered serious injuries after a car struck a horse in Daviess County, Missouri Wednesday. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports the accident occurred around 6:50 p.m. at the intersection of Missouri Route 6 and 330th Street, two miles east of Jamesport. An 18-year-old Gallatin, Missouri woman driving
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Water main break forces ramp closure in the south end
The southbound off ramp from Interstate 229 to Atchison and 6th streets is closed due to a watermain break.
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National Police Week Memorial Service held to honor officials
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — In recognition of National Police Week, law enforcement agencies held a memorial service to honor and pay respect to personnel who made the ultimate sacrifice. The service was held at the Northwest Missouri Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Civic Center Park. Members from the St. Joseph Police Department, Buchanan
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Statue to be removed for new fire station; South Side residents respondÂ
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A historic structure at 303 East Hyde Park Avenue in the south end of St. Joseph, long valued by community members, will soon be relocated. City officials confirmed earlier this week that the new South Side fire station will be placed at this location for efficient response times. However, community
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