Jenna Wilson

St. Joseph

Multimedia Journalist at News-Press Now

University of Kansas alumni | Multimedia Journalist | @ News-Press NOW contact: [email protected]

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Local businesses weigh in on impact of tariffs

1 week ago | newspressnow.com | Jenna Wilson

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- Local business owners are voicing concerns and bracing for steep price increases following the U.S. tariff rate on Chinese imports. Though the administration recently announced a 90-day pause on most of the tax hikes, defaulting to a 10% tariff on almost all imports, except Chinese imports which is continuing to rise, small local businesses are bracing for the impact in the months and even years ahead.
Youth Alliance hosting Children's Fair

1 week ago | newspressnow.com | Jenna Wilson

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- The Youth Alliance's annual Children's Fair is taking place on Tuesday at the St. Joseph Civic Arena to help kids develop a love for reading. The event includes entertainment, interactive stations, book-themed activities and more. An evening session begins at 5:30 p.m. Each child will leave with a free book. News-Press NOW will update this story.
Missouri push to ban shackling of pregnant women in jails

1 week ago | newspressnow.com | Jenna Wilson

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- A Missouri bill would require all city and county jails to develop specific intake policies for pregnant women. Under Senate Bill 50, sponsored by Sen. Rusty Black, R-Chillicothe, all county and city jails shall be prohibited, except in necessary circumstances, from using restraints on a pregnant offender in her third trimester, including during transportation or labor.
SJFD narrowing down locations for South Side fire station

1 week ago | newspressnow.com | Jenna Wilson

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- Plans are moving forward for a new fire station on the South Side of St. Joseph. Earlier this year, the St. Joseph City Council approved an agreement with Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc., to begin design planning on the new location for Fire Station No. 10, which will cost $4.29 million. The St. Joseph Fire Department has narrowed down its choices to three locations for the new station.
Community gathers to raise awareness for crime victims' rights

1 week ago | newspressnow.com | Jenna Wilson

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- A survivor shared her story at the Crime Victims’ Rights Week Breakfast on Friday, offering hope and strength to those affected by violence. Officials and community members gathered at Missouri Western State University for the annual Crime Victims’ Breakfast, hosted by the Buchanan County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, to support local victims of crime and honor the stories of those who did not survive.
Memorial to honor victims, survivors for National Crime Victim’s Rights Week

2 weeks ago | newspressnow.com | Jenna Wilson

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- The annual Crime Victim Memorial Service will be held at the Remington Nature Center on Wednesday night to honor those lost through acts of violence. The event, which starts at 5:30 p.m., allows families and friends to honor their loved ones and bond with others who have shared a similar experience. Members of the community are welcome to place a stone with a loved one's name in the rock garden. News-Press Now will update this story.
Tickets being issued for Hands-Free Law

2 weeks ago | newspressnow.com | Jenna Wilson

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- The Missouri State Highway Patrol has issued more than 300 tickets since the hands-free law was enforced this year. The hands-free law was enacted in the summer of 2023, but officers only started fully enforcing it on Jan. 1. Under the Siddens-Bening Hands-Free Law, drivers in Missouri cannot use their phones while behind the wheel. However, hands-free devices like Bluetooth are allowed. News-Press Now will update this story.
Voices of Courages gears up for Child Abuse Prevention Month

2 weeks ago | newspressnow.com | Jenna Wilson

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- As part of National Child Abuse Prevention Month, the Voices of Courage Child Advocacy Center is spearheading a series of powerful community initiatives aimed at raising awareness about child sexual abuse and equipping families with essential tools to protect children from harm.
Cordonnier reflects on career on final day with fire department

2 weeks ago | newspressnow.com | Jenna Wilson

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- Firefighting for the city of St. Joseph is a family tradition for retiring Fire Chief Kenny Cordonnier. The Cordonnier firefighting lineage in St. Joseph can be dated back to 1958 when Kenny Cordonnier’s father, Lawrence “Tink” Cordonnier, began his career with the St. Joseph Fire Department. After 43 years with the department and yielding his sons into the firefighting workforce, Cordonnier is throwing in the towel.
Officials address dangers of Belt Highway for motorcyclist

3 weeks ago | newspressnow.com | Jenna Wilson

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- Since 2023, a motorcycle fatality has occurred along the Belt Highway each year, and St. Joseph police are taking note of the cause. The St. Joseph Police Department and safety officials explain how the Belt Highway's framework can disadvantage motorcyclists. With a rise in motorcycle fatalities across the city of St. Joseph, News-Press Now dives into the number of injury crashes and fatalities involving motorcycles on the roadways.

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