Two seriously injured in Andrew County crash
Two people suffered serious injuries in an Andrew County crash Monday.
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City proposes 2026 budget with near 12% reduction in total revenue
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — City leaders unveiled a proposed budget on Monday that includes roughly $25 million less in projected revenue for fiscal year 2026, largely the result of anticipated changes in the city’s year-to-year budgeting practices designed to increase transparency and accuracy. The city’s proposed fiscal year 2026 budget includes $190 million
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SJPD is hiring new officers, paid academy sponsorship available Â
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Police Department is inviting anyone interested in a Law Enforcement career to participate in their upcoming new hire testing.  SJPD currently has 18 positions open with the department they would like to see filled soon. “Currently, we have 11 people in our hiring process or
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Tracking a sunny and seasonable start to the work week
Mostly clear skies and seasonably mild temperatures will continue Monday night and into Tuesday across the Mid-Missouri River Valley. Temperatures overnight will cool into the low 50s after midnight with light winds and dry conditions. A few locations north of highway 36 could fall into the upper 40s by early Tuesday morning. Sunshine will prevail
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Community to participate in Adopt-a-Block program
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The annual Adopt-a-Block program will take place on Saturday, May 10. The program aims to beautify St. Joseph and make a visible difference in local neighborhoods. Whether it’s for a neighborhood group, business, church or passionate individual, all community members are welcome to sign up. Those interested can sign
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Local law enforcement receiving improved body armor
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Police Department is receiving new body armor designed to improve the quality and functionality of body-worn camera footage. The St. Joseph City Council has approved more than $29,500 in funds from the police department’s budget to outfit officers with more than 20 body armor vests and external
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Kansas City Archaeologist to speak at Rolling Hills
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — One well-known Kansas City Archaeologist will share her experiences at a Rolling Hills Library program. Mary Conrad will speak at 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 10 at the Rolling Hills Library Community Room, located at 1904 North Belt Highway. Those who have an interest in archaeology and want to
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News-Press NOW presents 25th annual Golden Griffon awards at MWSU
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The 25th annual Golden Griffon awards will take place at the Missouri Theater on Monday, May 5 at 6:00 p.m. The show is presented by News-Press NOW and will honor 13 student-athletes representing each sport. Tickets are free and open to the public. News-Press NOW Morning Anchor, Kyle Schmidt
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St. Joseph Convention and Visitors Bureau to celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Throughout the first week of May, the St. Joseph Convention and Visitors Bureau has different ways for the community to celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week. Throughout the week, residents are encouraged to participate in #ExploreStJoMo, by snapping selfies, visiting favorite local spots and supporting area businesses. The celebration
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Community Missions teaches life skills with cooking class
The first cooking class taught Community Missions’ visitors to cook their own fajitas.
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Nominees chosen for YWCA Women of Excellence Awards
A table poses for a photo at the 2023 Women of Excellence Awards Luncheon.
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City of St. Joseph spring Rabies Clinic dates announced
A puppy jumps up in his kennel at the St. Joseph Animal Shelter on Sept. 5.
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Tracking a dry and pleasant start to the work week
Tracking a dry and pleasant start to the work week
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St. Joseph Arts Academy teaches music is for all
Breanna Zhao, a violin student at the St. Joseph Arts Academy, has practiced the violin for a over a year and is now able to play a complete song with little to no mistakes.
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Tracking a gradual warm up and dry conditions to the start of the work week
Tracking a gradual warm up and dry conditions to the start of the work week
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Missouri bill would allow firearms on public transit
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Missouri House Bill 328, sponsored by Rep. Tim Taylor, R-Bunceton, would allow people with concealed carry permits to bring firearms onto public transit. HB 328 passed in the Missouri House on Thursday, April 1, and has moved to the Senate, where the Senate Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety Committee
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Tracking a dry and mild weekend
Tracking a dry and mild weekend
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Sisters of Solace director named April’s Hometown Hero
Trina Clark was awarded News-Press NOW’s Hometown Hero for the month of April.
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St. Joseph holds annual Apple Blossom Parade
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Apple Blossom Parade came through town again, with something for the community to enjoy. The festival has been an ongoing tradition in St. Joseph, dating back to 1924 when the first parade was held to watch the apple blossom tress come into full bloom. “It’s a St. Joseph
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MWSU to celebrate 350 graduates during spring commencement
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Missouri Western State University will celebrate the achievements of 350 graduates during two spring commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 10. Ceremonies will take place in the MWSU Fieldhouse in the M.O. Looney Complex. Graduation is free and open to the public. MWSU will confer 290 undergraduate degrees and 60
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Department of Education to resume loan payback for borrowers
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The U.S Department of Education will officially resume collecting defaulted federal student loans on Monday, May 5, marking the end of a three-year pause, which began during the COVID-19 pandemic. For thousands of Missourians, and particularly residents of St. Joseph, this could mean renewed pressure from loan services, especially
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Tracking Friday evening t-showers; mostly sunny weekend
Splash and dash showers and thunderstorms will continue to push across Northwest Missouri and Northeast Kansas late Friday afternoon and evening. A few storms may contain small hail and gusty winds through sunset, with a 40% – 60% chance of precipitation locally. Skies will slowly clear late Friday night and temperatures will fall to the
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Endangered lake sturgeon show signs of successful comeback in Missouri
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Decades of recovery efforts are bringing one of the Missouri’s endangered and longest-living fish back to prominence according to new findings this spring. Capable of growing up to 8 feet long and weighing 300 pounds, lake sturgeon once thrived in the Missouri River before being driven to the brink
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Signal project on North 22nd to start Monday
Cars sit at the intersection of St. Joseph Avenue and Middleton Street, one of the intersections where the traffic lights are currently supported by span wire and poles. Four intersections will be replaced.
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YMCA discusses next steps after reaching fundraising goal
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW)– The St. Joseph, Mo. YMCA successfully reached the goal of $14 million set by the city for a public indoor aquatic center. Now, CEO Tammy Killin and staff, will prepare for a presentation in front of the city council on May 12. “What we will do is just present what
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Allied Arts Council unites local arts organizations for collaborative fundraiserÂ
The Allied Arts Council announced a collaborative fundraiser with six other arts organizations this week to support musical and theater experiences for children.Â
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Tracking spotty showers today; lots of sunshine this weekend
Happy Friday, St. Joseph! Before we get to the sunshine this weekend, there’s still a 40% chance of showers and a stray thunderstorm in our area. Afternoon highs will be cool, with temperatures expected to be in the low to mid-60s. Winds will be light as they shift to the northwest, sustaining between 5 and
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‘It got a lot of attention’: SJPD speaks out on shoplifting at North Shoppes
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW)–The St. Joseph Police Department continues to crack down on shoplifting at the North Shoppes, following an incident last weekend which put an officer at risk. A woman who was shopping at the North Shoppes was caught stealing from a store, and shortly after was approached by police to address her
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Local Catholics ponder the legacy of Pope Francis and the future of the Church
Fr. Stephen Hansen of the Cathedral of St. Joseph said Pope Francis will be remembered as “the Pope of Mercy.”
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Tracking spotty rain chances; weekend sunshine
Spotty rain chances will linger across Northwest Missouri and Northeast Kansas Thursday evening and Friday, before dry and mostly sunny conditions prevail this weekend. Partly cloudy skies and a 20% chance of stray t-showers continues Thursday evening, with northwest breezes at 10 to 15 mph. Overnight lows will fall into the low to mid 50s
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