USPS gears up for ‘Operation Santa’
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The United States Postal Service’s (USPS) Operation Santa program continues its 113-year tradition of helping families in need receive Christmas gifts.
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Jury trial scheduled for Savannah man facing sodomy, rape charges
SAVANNAH, Mo. (KQTV) — A jury trial has been scheduled for a Savannah, Missouri, man who is charged with three counts of sodomy and one count of rape.
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United Way to kickstart ‘7 Days of Caring’ Meal Kit assembly effort
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The United Way of Greater St. Joseph is calling for volunteers to assist with putting together thousands of shelf-stable Meal Kits for local households in need.
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St. Joseph goes Nordic with VikingFest 2025 set to kick off Saturday at Castle Bridge
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The lands of southwest St. Joseph will soon be transformed into a world of adventure and family-friendly renaissance activities this weekend.
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St. Joseph Safety Council to host ‘Safety Town: After Dark’
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — Adults can now participate in their own version of on St. Joseph childhood staple.
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Owner of dog killed by Sturgeon cop gets more than a quarter-million dollars in settlement
The owner of a small, elderly dog killed by a police officer in a northern Boone County town will get more than a quarter-million dollars from a settlement with the city and the former cop.
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Groundbreaking begins on 53-unit apartment complex, retail center in north St. Joseph
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Shovels are officially breaking ground on two-high profile development projects set to bring new apartments and retail shops to north St. Joseph.
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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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SJSD Finance Committee brainstorms ideas for revenue boosts and cost-saving measures
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The St. Joseph School District held its third Finance Committee meeting of the year Tuesday afternoon, bringing members together at the district office to brainstorm new ways to boost revenue and cut costs.
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‘I am the one able to take him down’: New Epstein emails detail his soured view of former close friend Donald Trump
By Andrew Kaczynski, CNN (CNN) — For years, President Donald Trump has sought to downplay his ties to Jeffrey Epstein, the financier and convicted sex offender who for years moved in the same social circles as Trump in Palm Beach and Manhattan. Trump has alternately called Epstein a “terrific guy” — in 2002 — and
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Local organization tackles food insecurity in the community
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — One local business distributes fresh food from local stores to over 1,800 people each week, in an effort to meet the challenges of hunger throughout the community.
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Missourians to get full SNAP benefits following deal to end shutdown
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) — The Missouri Department of Social Services has started working to get Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipients their benefits after the president signed legislation ending the federal government shutdown.
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Second redistricting lawsuit pushed to Nov. 21 because of judge change
A Cole County judge was supposed to hear arguments Thursday on a redistricting lawsuit filed by a group that wants to get the governor’s “Missouri First” map on the 2026 ballot, but an intervenor stepped in and was granted a judge change.
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Missourians to get full SNAP benefits following deal to end shutdown
The Missouri Department of Social Services has started working to get Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipients their benefits after the president signed legislation ending the federal government shutdown.
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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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Edison’s Thanksgiving Eatery event promotes food and fellowship
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — Families at Edison Elementary were treated to a special evening as the school hosted its annual “Edison Eatery” Thanksgiving dinner — a long-standing tradition centered on community and connection.
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St. Joe Christian, Bishop LeBlond renew rivalry with district championship on the line
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Who doesn’t love a good city rivalry with a district title on the line?
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Turnspire acquires LifeLine Foods, ICM Biofuels in St. Joseph
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — Turnspire Capital Partners LLC, a business investor, announced it acquired Lifeline Foods LLC and ICM Biofuels LLC.
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InterServ shares long-term effects of government shutdown on services
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — Despite the congressional vote to approve a spending bill and end the government shutdown, local agencies like InterServ are grappling with its lasting effects, including a 75% reduction in federal funding, forcing significant changes to its operations.
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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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Warrensburg police identifies victim, Airman involved in Wednesday shooting
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) — The Warrensburg Police Department has identified the victim of shooting that occurred on Wednesday along with the Airman from Whiteman Air Force Base who was accused.
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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.
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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 drive
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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Home Instead celebrates move to new office building
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — An in-home care business celebrated the move to its new office building Thursday.
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‘It’s dire:’ Bartlett Center grapples with funding emergency as cuts threaten organization
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Every morning begins with a glimmer of hope for LaTonya Williams, executive director of the Bartlett Center, as she carries out the first of daily searches for potential grant opportunities.
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Vital Statistics for Nov. 14
Marriage applications Trent Michael Green, 41, St. Joseph, and Kayla Masha Williamson, 32, New Bern, North Carolina. Christian Alexander Vigrass, 23, and Kiyah Rebecca Blake, 24, both of St. Joseph. Matthew Riley Carter, 24, and Katherine Rose Knapp, 23, both of Platte City, Missouri. William Scott Owens, 61, and Marvina Kay Piveral, 59, both of
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Restaurant inspections for October 2025
ARAMARK CAMPUS DINING 4525 Downs Dr. Critical: Hot water used as a sanitizer must maintain at the correct temperature (warning). ARAMARK CAMPUS DINING, ARA-FOOD 4525 Downs Dr. Blum Union, Room 102 No violations. ARAMARK CAMPUS DINING, ARA-EINSTEINS 4525 Downs Dr. Blum Union, Room 102 No violations. ARAMARK CAMPUS DINING, ARA POD 4525 Downs Dr. Blum Union,
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Deeds of trust for Nov. 14
Deeds of trust reported from Nov. 6 to Nov. 12 Christopher George to Rocket Mortgage LLC, Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc., South St. Joseph Town Co 3rd Add LTS 9 10 Blk 9 $116,303. Christine Logston to UMB Bank NA, Kerns Krest LT 6 $44,000. Ronald McGaughy III to Guild Mortgage Co LLC, Bartlett Brothers LT
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MU YDSA claims recent proposals would criminalize homelessness in Columbia
The University of Missouri’s Young Democratic Democratic Socialists of America allege recent proposals from UM System President Mun Choi would lead to criminalizing homeless.
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