School safety experts talk about emergency procedures after Minneapolis school shooting
Two students are dead and 14 are injured after a deadly school shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school on Wednesday.
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SJFD responds to North 13th Street fire
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Fire Department responded to a structure fire in the 1200 block of North 13th Street early Thursday morning. The initial call for the fire came in at about 1:53 a.m. Thursday, according to Fire Inspector Casey Crockett with Fire Prevention. Crockett confirmed to News-Press NOW that
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MoWest and SJSD explain ideas behind new direct admission program
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Missouri Western State University and the St. Joseph School District have partnered to offer students direct admission to MoWest.
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See St. Joseph: Paws, parties and the past
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) –Looking for something to do this weekend? There’s no shortage of excitement, community and tail-wagging fun coming your way.Â
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Two occupants confirmed dead in Clay County plane crash
EXCELSIOR SPRINGS, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — In a Facebook post on Wednesday afternoon, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that two occupants are confirmed dead in a plane crash in Excelsior Springs.
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Buchanan County officials announce there will be no 2025 November Election
BUCHANAN COUNTY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Buchanan County Clerk, Mary Baack-Garvey, confirmed with News-Press NOW on Wednesday that there will not be a 2025 November Election for the county.
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Commerce Bank to close Downtown St. Joseph branch effective Dec. 12
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A popular local bank has announced plans to permanently close a longtime branch in Downtown St. Joseph starting in December.
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St. Joseph neighborhood struggles with ongoing drainage issues Â
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â A family on the South Side of St. Joseph shared concerns about drainage problems in their neighborhood.
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Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice suspended for first 6 games of 2025 NFL season
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice has accepted a six-game suspension for violating the NFL’s personal conduct policy per ESPN reporter Adam Schefter.
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SJPD discusses utilization of the Shield Check program
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Police Department has officially started its new security service known as “Shield Check”.
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MDC hosts first river canoe event in St. Joseph
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) –The Missouri Department of Conservation will host a 12-mile canoe trip down the Missouri River on Sept. 6.
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Stockyards Expressway repair and replacement project to begin
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A concrete repair and replacement project along the Stockyards Expressway will begin on Tuesday, Sept. 2.
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Minneapolis police: shooting at Catholic school has left 3 dead, including shooter, and 17 injured
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — At least five children were injured in a shooting Wednesday during the first week of classes at a Minneapolis Catholic school, authorities and a hospital said.
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St. Joseph Community Alliance discusses community branding
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — In a meeting on Tuesday, the St. Joseph Community Alliance discussed community branding efforts.
Continue ReadingLocal organizations to host 29th Annual Day of Commitment to Eliminate Racism
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The YWCA, in partnership with other local organizations, announced when it will present its 29th Annual Commitment to Eliminate Racism Breakfast.
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MoWest shares unofficial first day attendance numbers
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Missouri Western State University welcomed more than 800 new students on its campus for the first day of classes.
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‘Doors wide open’: EMI Ristorante moves to full-service walk-in restaurant on Frederick Avenue
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW)Â — Much like the move from appetizer to main course, one local Italian restaurant is catering to popular demand by expanding from limited reservations to a walk-in restaurant in the former Frederick Avenue fire station.
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Chiefs Tight End Travis Kelce and Singer Taylor Swift engaged
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — In an Instagram post on Tuesday, famous pop singer Taylor Swift announced her engagement to Chiefs Tight End Travis Kelce.
Continue Reading Storm Tracker Team evaluates The Old Farmer’s Almanac forecast accuracy
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — For more than 230 years, The Old Farmers’ Almanac has been a trusted source for planning weather-dependent activities such as farming, gardening and even travel.
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MoWest professor and students give take on AI usage
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The ever-growing artificial intelligence industry has been gaining traction in schools.
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Experts share how to protect your heart throughout the seasons
ST. JOSPEH, Mo (News-Press Now) — According to the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, heart disease is the leading cause of death in Missouri.
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SJSD aims to boost focus, cuts cell phones from classrooms Â
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District rolled out a new rule in 2025 — no cell phones in the classroom.Â
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Mighty Mo Lacrosse founder announces first clinic
ST JOSEPH, Mo (News-Press NOW) — Just months after the creation of the Mighty Mo Youth Lacrosse Club, founder Mackenzie Porter has announced the first Mighty Mo Lacrosse clinic for Sunday, Sept. 28.
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St. Joseph School Board prepares for key updates in classrooms and facilities
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â The St. Joseph School Board is set to have its first meeting after the first day of school. Key items on the agenda include upgrades and revisions to report cards.
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Cole County Judge denies temporary restraining order in school choice case
Cole County Judge Brian Stumpe on Monday denied the temporary restraining order the Missouri National Education Association sought against House Bill 12, which would give $50 million to the Missouri Empowerment Scholarship Accounts Program for families to use on private school tuition.
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SJPD rolls out Shield Check program
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Property owners requesting safety checks of their businesses by the St. Joseph Police Department are now seeing extra signs of security from officers.
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Temperature cool down has some residents debating if they should turn their A/C off or up
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â Temperatures across the St. Joseph region have remained well below average, bringing cool, fall-like mornings to the area.
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Missouri sees more than 800 school bus crashes in 2024, MSHP urges driver safety
The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported 843 school bus crashes statewide, resulting in seven deaths in 2024.
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One person seriously injured in one-vehicle crash
ATCHISON CO, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — One person is seriously injured after a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado traveled off of I-29 on Saturday.
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Mail-in voter ballots in question
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — On Aug. 18, President Trump announced on Truth Social his plan to end mail-in ballots.
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