United Way provides list of warming centers amid fall weather cool down
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The United Way of Greater St. Joseph has released a list of warming centers and emergency warming centers in the community.
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Federal Reserve cuts key rate as government shutdown clouds economic outlook
By CHRISTOPHER RUGABER – AP Economics Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Reserve cut its key interest rate Wednesday for a second time this year as it seeks to shore up economic growth and hiring even as inflation stays elevated. “Job gains have slowed this year, and the unemployment rate has edged up but remained
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Family pushes for tighter laws, harsher penalties nearly 3 years after deadly drunk driving crash
Jessica McKinlay was a firecracker, loved the outdoors and never hesitated to state her opinion on topics she was passionate about.
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Family-friendly Halloween events to be held for the community
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Local businesses and organizations are preparing to host family-friendly celebrations on Halloween.
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Missouri says WIC program will continue in November despite shutdown
Special benefits for low-income mothers are safe for now, despite the ongoing federal shutdown, the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services announced Wednesday.
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United Way hosts first meal kit volunteer session
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — With SNAP suspensions potentially coming into play at the beginning of November, United Way kicked off its first Caring Connection volunteer session.
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Lindbergh Elementary implements new reading buddy program
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Lindbergh Elementary School implemented a new reading buddy program for its second-grade students.
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Tracking cold, wet and gusty Wednesday morning conditions
Good morning, St. Joseph! We’re waking up to another cold and windy day across northwest Missouri and northeast Kansas. Temperatures are starting off in the mid-40s, but it feels much colder thanks to strong gusty winds blowing around the rain. Overnight, wind gusts reached up to 43 mph at the St. Joseph airport, and gusts
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Benton in search of new Girls Basketball Head Coach
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A job posting on the St. Joseph School District’s website revealed that a position is open for a Benton Girls Basketball Head Coach, after recently hiring Ross Barelli in May.
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News Press NOW’s Storm Tracker Weather team meets with officials to improve communication
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Broadcast meteorologists, emergency management officials, MoDOT representatives and public health employees from Northwest Missouri and Northeast Kansas met to discuss ways to improve weather communication.
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Pregnancy Resource Center receives supply of baby food
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Pregnancy Resource Center announced it has received a supply of baby food from the Convoy of Hope.
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Annual Sugarplum Festival returns next week
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The annual Sugarplum Festival kicks off next week at the Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art.
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Pivotal Point Thrift Shoppe to host Trunk-or-Treat
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A local non-profit is highlighting its thrift store while providing a fun event for kids in the St. Joseph community.
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SJSD targeted big gains in reading and cuts to chronic absenteeism
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Board of Education met Monday night, following a public hearing to decide its reorganization plan.
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City exploring ways to help St. Joseph residents if SNAP funding freezes Saturday
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — City officials announced during Tuesday’s City Council meeting that they will explore options to help residents if funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program freezes due to the government shutdown.
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Hurricane Melissa makes landfall in Jamaica as devastating Category 5 storm
By JOHN MYERS JR. and DÁNICA COTO – Associated Press KINGSTON, Jamaica (AP) — Hurricane Melissa intensified Tuesday as it crawled toward Jamaica, where officials and residents braced for catastrophic winds, flash flooding and landslides from the Category 5 storm, one of the strongest Atlantic hurricanes in history. The streets in the capital, Kingston, remained largely
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St. Joseph law enforcement gives tips on candy safety for Halloween
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — With trick-or-treaters heading door-to-door this Friday, local law enforcement warns what to look out for when going through Halloween candy.
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MoWest and St. Joseph Catholic Academy announce partnership
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Missouri Western State University and St. Joseph Catholic Academy announced a partnership, furthering the relationship between the college and the academy.
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Trump says he’s decided on his pick for Fed chair. Here’s who’s who on the short list
By Bryan Mena, Annette Choi Washington (CNN) — President Donald Trump said he has decided who will become the most powerful figure in the US economy. The president on Sunday said he made up his mind and will be making an announcement. The looming nomination caps a months-long search process led by Treasury Secretary Scott
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Gov. Kehoe signs bill to ban race-based hair discrimination
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — A new Missouri state law now prevents discrimination on natural hair textures and styles associated with race.
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Mid-Buchanan hosts safety fair for Red Ribbon Week
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A week-long celebration highlights the importance of living a drug-free lifestyle, while commemorating those who fight against drugs.
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MoWest Social Work Program to host annual Walk for the Homeless
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Missouri Western State University’s Social Work Program will host and sponsor an annual Downtown tradition to raise awareness for St. Joseph’s homeless population.
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Pedestrian injured in Livingston County crash
LIVINGSTON COUNTY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A 26-year-old man was seriously injured after a single-vehicle crash involving a pedestrian in Chillicothe, Missouri, Saturday.
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SJSD School Board moves forward with ‘Plan E’
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School Board decided on Plan E, one of the three plans that would shape the district’s future.
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Food bank offers recommendation for potential suspension of SNAP benefits
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — “The well has run dry,” according to the United States Department of Agriculture, when talking about food stamps.
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St. Joseph law enforcment to participate in ‘Battle of the Badges’ Blood Drive
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — In honor of National First Responders Day, the Community Blood Center and the St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce will host a blood drive to encourage a friendly competition between local law enforcement.
Continue Reading Officials share how to ‘dress for the weather’ on Halloween
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Families are getting their costumes and baskets ready to hit the hot spots of St. Joseph for trick-or-treating on Halloween night.
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Downtown corner house provides spooky sights for passersby
ST. JOSEPH, Mo (News-Press NOW) — Traveling in Downtown St. Joseph during October can be quite the sight.
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SJSD to hold second public hearing on long-range plan E Monday night
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District will be back at the table at 5:30 p.m., Monday Oct. 27 at Central High School. This will be the second hearing focused on Plan E, part of the district’s long-range planning process. Community members will once again get a chance to share
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Dietitian provides solutions for individuals with allergies this Halloween
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Halloween is this upcoming Friday, and trick-or-treating will begin, but for some, treats may be hard to come by.
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