Local friends turn creative vision into new Downtown coffee spot
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV)– A coffee shop, which started as a lunch conversation between two friends, is set to open in Downtown St. Joseph on Feb. 14.
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Buchanan County records fewest overdose deaths since 2019 as cases decline by 35% in 2025
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Buchanan County recorded a 35% decline in fatal overdoses in 2025, the fewest cases going back to 2019 according to county data.
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Most US adults aren’t making year-end charitable contributions, new AP-NORC poll finds
(AP) — Most Americans aren’t making end-of-year charitable giving plans, according to the results of a new AP-NORC poll, despite the many fundraising appeals made by nonprofits that rely on donation surges in the calendar’s final month to reach budget targets.
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Four members of the St. Joseph Fire Department recognized with promotions
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Multiple members of the St. Joseph Fire Department are moving up the ranks after promotions to key positions this month, including two new captains and a fire inspector.
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Missouri prepares for FIFA World Cup with federal funding for drone security
Missouri is one of 11 states awarded money from the Federal Emergency Management Agency to strengthen security around drones at the upcoming FIFA World Cup in Kansas City.
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Kansas City International Airport back open after brief lockdown
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KQTV) — Kansas City International Airport officials said the airport is back open after a brief evacuation and lockdown Wednesday morning into the afternoon.
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From Pope Francis to Charlie Kirk, many deaths in 2025 had a wide impact
(AP) — The death of Pope Francis brought change to the Catholic Church, which counts 1.4 billion adherents and is now led — for the first time — by an American pope.
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Loes Hedge recognized as first recipient of honored Triplett-Veale Service Award from St. Joseph NAACP
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A newly-created service award was bestowed this December to one longtime St. Joseph educator revered for her commitment to St. Joseph and inspiring others.
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Northwest Health Services to host first Mobile Mammography Bus
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — Northwest Health Services announced it will host its first Mobile Mammography Bus at its Family Medicine Associates Clinic.
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One woman seriously injured in Harrison County crash
HARRISON COUNTY, Mo. (KQTV) — A 42-year-old female from Bethany, Missouri, is seriously injured after traveling off the roadway on U.S. Highway 69 Tuesday afternoon.
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‘The Wire’ actor Isiah Whitlock Jr. has died
By Miriam Elder, CNN (CNN) — Isiah Whitlock Jr., whose singular delivery of a tagline in “The Wire” gave the world one of the most iconic phrases of the century, has died at the age of 71. Whitlock “passed away today peacefully in NYC after a brave battle with a short illness,” his manager, Brian
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Minimum wage in Missouri jumps to $15 an hour beginning Thursday
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The second of two planned increases to Missouri’s minimum wage is set to take effect on Thursday, jumping by more than a dollar.
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Seven candidates eye SJSD Board of Education seats as filing deadline passes
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Seven candidates are throwing their hat into the ring to seek one of two open seats on the St. Joseph School District Board of Education.
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Downtown apartment fire claims life of St. Joseph man
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV)– One person died in a Downtown apartment fire at Wesley Senior Towers Monday night, according to the St. Joseph Fire Department.
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Trooper Parker promoted, transferring to new role
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Training Division will soon gain a new member.
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Noyes Home, Hazel’s Coffee team up with new latte in support of local children
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. — A local coffee company is brewing up a new drink in support of the Noyes Home and local children in need.
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City provides New Year holiday facility operations
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The City of St. Joseph provided its facility operations ahead of both New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.
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Spirits in St. Joe: Glore Psychiatric Museum appears on haunted TV series
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV)– The St. Joseph Glore Psychiatric Museum was recently featured on the television series My Haunted Hometown, produced by Canadian company Blue Ant Media.
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Lawmakers urge Kehoe to honor child care funding promise
Two Springfield lawmakers are calling on Gov. Mike Kehoe to reverse a recent decision delaying a child care payment program that was promised in his 2025 State of the State Address.
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Fire marshal rules Maries County nursing home fire accidentally caused by police chief’s cigarette
A fire that heavily damaged a Vienna residential care facility in August has been ruled accidental, according to a revised fire investigation report that cites security video showing the Vienna police chief discarding a lit cigarette shortly before the blaze began.
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U.S. rolls out $50 billion plan for rural healthcare funding, with strings attached
(AP) — States will share $10 billion for rural health care next year in a program that aims to offset the Trump administration’s massive budget cuts to rural hospitals, federal officials announced Monday.
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St. Joseph Museums to host special soul food buffet in honor of Martin Luther King Jr.
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. — Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy will be honored through the power of food, community and shared history with a soul food buffet at a local museum this January.
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One juvenile arrested in connection with Monday shooting of minor in St. Joseph
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — One juvenile is recovering in a Kansas City hospital after a shots-fired incident Monday evening that led to the arrest of one juvenile.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The St. Joseph Police Department confirmed a male minor is being treated for gunshot wounds after he was struck by a bullet at the 3100 block of North 10th Street in St. Joseph Monday night.
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Savannah man killed, two juveniles injured in collision Saturday with semi-truck on Highway 36
DEKALB COUNTY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A Savannah man is dead and two juveniles are in the hospital after a semi-truck crashed into a vehicle that pulled on to U.S. Highway 36 on Saturday night.
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Local fitness advisor helps members reset goals ahead of the New Year
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV)– As the year comes to a close, Americans are reflecting on their routines and looking ahead to healthier habits for 2026.
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InspireU kicks off 2026 early with ‘Noon Year’s Day’ event filled with activities
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A local children’s museum is offering a new take on New Year’s for families interested in festive celebrations and STEM-based activities.
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Officials explain road treatment process after sudden Sunday snowfall
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — On Sunday afternoon, snow fell across parts of northwest Missouri and northeast Kansas, causing hazardous conditions for drivers.
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NAACP settles lawsuit with Missouri attorney general over vehicle stops report
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) — The Missouri Attorney General’s Office has agreed to resume publishing the “disparity index” with its annual vehicle stops report after reaching a settlement with the state NAACP.
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Andy Reid plans to return as Chiefs coach next season
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid said Monday that he plans to return next season, batting away any thought of an impending retirement by making a tongue-in-cheek joke about his status with a franchise he has led to three Super Bowl titles.
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