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10% of US House members have announced they’re not running for reelection, an AP analysis shows

January 15, 2026 11:24 am Associated Press

WASHINGTON (AP) — It’s starting to look like an exodus.

St. Joseph restaurant inspections for December 2025 include multiple violations

January 15, 2026 11:46 am News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — See a list of restaurant inspections carried out for the month of December by the St. Joseph Health Department.

St. Joseph School Board talks timelines for district facilities plan at Monday work session

January 14, 2026 6:45 pm Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Information on the district’s reorganization and facilities plan took center stage Monday as St. Joseph School Board members and district administrators gathered for a work session to discuss the latest.

Glore Psychiatric Museum to host Psychology Social Hour and book signing

January 15, 2026 9:38 am Danielle Bailey

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. — The Glore Psychiatric Museum will host an event exploring the psychology of “dark tourism” with author and psychologist Chad Scott, PHD, on Jan. 22.

Proposed bill aims to boost workforce housing development in rural Missouri communities

January 14, 2026 8:36 pm Cameron Montemayor

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Missouri lawmakers could take a closer look at new legislation aimed at supporting development of workforce housing in rural communities across the state of Missouri.

Trump signs law returning whole milk to school lunches

January 14, 2026 6:59 pm Associated Press

Whole milk is heading back to school cafeterias across the country after President Donald Trump signed a bill Wednesday overturning Obama-era limits on higher-fat milk options.

No injuries reported in Wathena structure fire

January 14, 2026 5:39 pm Leah Rainwater

WATHENA, Kan. (KQTV) — No injuries were reported in a structure fire at a Wathena, Kansas home Wednesday evening.

Organizations gearing up for Safety Town After Dark

January 14, 2026 5:16 pm Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — For adults interested in Safety Town or those who might have missed out, the time is now to discover the magic that has been teaching kids about day-to-day safety for decades.

VISA and Commerce Bank launch Small Business Readiness program for 2026 FIFA World Cup

January 14, 2026 4:24 pm Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — A new program is giving small businesses preparation for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The death toll from a crackdown on protests in Iran jumps to at least 2,571, activists say

January 14, 2026 3:04 pm Associated Press

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The death toll from nationwide protests in Iran has surpassed 2,500, activists said, as Iranians made phone calls abroad for the first time in days Tuesday after authorities severed communications during a crackdown on demonstrators.

16-year-old Missouri teen hospitalized after crash with semi-truck near Bethany

January 14, 2026 2:51 pm Cameron Montemayor

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A Daviess County teenager was transported to the hospital Tuesday evening following a two-vehicle crash on Interstate 35 south of Bethany, Missouri.

U.S. overdose deaths fell through most of 2025, federal data reveals

January 14, 2026 1:33 pm Associated Press

NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. overdose deaths fell through most of last year, suggesting a lasting improvement in an epidemic that had been worsening for decades.

Menards holds food drive to support local pantries

January 17, 2026 10:30 am Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — Menards home improvement store announced it is serving as a drop site for a local food pantry throughout March.

Central High School senior recognized as first recipient of 2026 Mic-O-Say scouting scholarship

January 14, 2026 12:59 pm Cameron Montemayor

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A high school Eagle scout from St. Joseph was announced as the inaugural recipient of a new scholarship offered through the honorary “Mic-O-Say” tribal scouts organization in St. Joseph.

Former Platte County Commissioner announces bid for State Representative

January 14, 2026 1:22 pm Leah Rainwater

PLATTE COUNTY, Mo. (KQTV) — Former Platte County Commissioner John Elliott announced his candidacy for Missouri State Representative in District 13, seeking the seat vacated by Rep. Sean Pouche (R-Kansas City).

MoWest hosts first military suicide prevention training day

January 14, 2026 11:38 am Prajukta Ghosh

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — Missouri Western State University hosted its first military suicide prevention training day to strengthen participants’ ability to identify risk factors and respond appropriately.

St. Joseph introduces new youth-led council at ‘Student in Government Day’

January 14, 2026 11:16 am TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The City of St. Joseph hosted its second Student in Government Day at emPowerU, after a successful first session in late 2025.

Performing Arts Association announces, honors recipients of Pat and Carroll Cathey Award

January 14, 2026 11:06 am Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The Performing Arts Association announced an award to honor Pat and the late Carroll Cathey with a new honor recognizing donors whose commitment to the arts goes far beyond financial support.

SJSD finance committee takes closer look at district financial audit

January 13, 2026 7:19 pm Prajukta Ghosh

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The St. Joseph School District’s finance committee met Tuesday to take another closer look at the district’s financial statement audit from KPM.

New bill aims to help law enforcement agencies crack down on vehicle thefts in Missouri

January 13, 2026 5:30 pm Cameron Montemayor

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A Republican state senator is pushing for the creation of a new state commission and grant program designed to address vehicle theft prevention and support law enforcement efforts.

Justice Department sees no basis for civil rights probe in Minnesota ICE shooting, official says

January 13, 2026 4:56 pm Associated Press

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Justice Department does not believe there is currently any basis to open a criminal civil rights investigation into the killing of a woman by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer in Minneapolis, a top department official said Tuesday.

MoWest to host military suicide prevention training day for faculty, staff and counselors

January 13, 2026 5:08 pm Cameron Montemayor

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Staff and faculty at Missouri Western State University will receive hands on training this week to strengthen their ability to recognize warning signs of suicide and respond appropriately.

AFL-CIO assists over 100K individuals through Adopt-A-Family program since inception

January 14, 2026 7:00 am Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The AFL-CIO Community Services said the 2025 Adopt-A-Family Christmas Program concluded, marking a momentous milestone.

Second Harvest receives $5K check from Ancient Order of Hibernians

January 13, 2026 6:22 pm Leah Rainwater, Daniel Byford

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — St. Joseph’s Chapter of the Ancient Order of Hibernians donated $5,000 Tuesday afternoon to help Second Harvest Community Food Bank.

Kansas City congressman condemns proposed DHS Detention Center as ICE vehicles are found in KC

January 13, 2026 2:48 pm Leah Rainwater

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KQTV) — U.S. Representative Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO) condemned the Department of Homeland Security’s reported plans to build an immigration detention center in Kansas City, Missouri, in a Tuesday news release.

Royals announce new dimensions for outfield wall at Kauffman Stadium

January 13, 2026 11:22 am Leah Rainwater

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KQTV) — The Kansas City Royals will move their outfield fence in by 8 to 10 feet, ESPN and MLB reported.

Reading volunteers, books sought by United Way for local programs

January 13, 2026 12:53 pm Cameron Montemayor

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A leading nonprofit is encouraging the community to help connect elementary school students with a reading experience through a variety of upcoming programs.

New parking restrictions approved for Olive and Pacific Streets

January 13, 2026 12:01 pm TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The St. Joseph City Council passed an ordinance to prohibit parking along both Olive and Pacific Streets at its last meeting.

Federal government releases Missouri child care funding after review

January 13, 2026 11:49 am NPG Content Share

The federal government has released money for child care providers that had been held pending a closer review, the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education said Tuesday.

PBS weekend newscasts shut down due to funding cuts, replaced by single-topic programs

January 13, 2026 11:00 am Associated Press

(AP) — PBS will premiere separate programs on science and foreign affairs next weekend after shutting the doors on its Saturday and Sunday breaking newscasts because of the federal government’s cut of $1.1 billion in funding to public broadcasting.