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 jail tightens security amid nationwide inmate escapes

4 days ago | yahoo.com | Jenna Wilson

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — As inmate escapes make national headlines, Buchanan County authorities are emphasizing their commitment to maintaining strong jail security. Recent incidents, including the escape of several inmates from New Orleans and a former Gateway, Arkansas, police chief fleeing custody, have raised concerns about the effectiveness of jail security across the country.
Local jail tightens security amid nationwide inmate escapes

5 days ago | newspressnow.com | Jenna Wilson

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- As inmate escapes make national headlines, Buchanan County authorities are emphasizing their commitment to maintaining strong jail security. Recent incidents, including the escape of several inmates from New Orleans and a former Gateway, Arkansas, police chief fleeing custody, have raised concerns about the effectiveness of jail security across the country.
Crash at Cook Road and St. Joseph Avenue sends two to hospital

5 days ago | newspressnow.com | Jenna Wilson

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- Emergency crews responded to a two-vehicle collision near the intersection of Cook Road and St. Joseph Avenue Monday morning, involving a cement truck and a silver SUV. According to Sgt. Patrick Zeamer of the St. Joseph Police Department, the cement truck was traveling north on St. Joseph Avenue when the SUV entered the intersection from Cook Road and was struck on the driver’s side.
Northwest Missouri Residents to Join National “NO KINGS” Rally on June 14

5 days ago | yahoo.com | Jenna Wilson

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Northwest Missouri residents will gather in Maryville and St. Joseph on Saturday, June 14, as part of the nationwide “NO KINGS Day of Defiance.”In Maryville, participants will rally on the sidewalk in front of the Courthouse from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., carrying signs and flags. In St. Joseph, demonstrators will meet from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at the intersection of Belt Highway and Frederick Boulevard, also with signs and flags in hand.
Northwest Missouri Residents to Join National "NO KINGS" Rally on June 14

6 days ago | newspressnow.com | Jenna Wilson

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- Northwest Missouri residents will gather in Maryville and St. Joseph on Saturday, June 14, as part of the nationwide “NO KINGS Day of Defiance.”In Maryville, participants will rally on the sidewalk in front of the Courthouse from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., carrying signs and flags. In St. Joseph, demonstrators will meet from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at the intersection of Belt Highway and Frederick Boulevard, also with signs and flags in hand.
Woman pleaded guilty, jailed for animal abuse

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Jenna Wilson

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A Wathena, Kansas, woman will face about a year in county jail for animal abuse for causing a cat's death. On Friday, May 30, 2025, in the circuit of Buchanan County, Missouri, Kylie Barmann was charged with a Class A misdemeanor for animal abuse and, under law, will be confined in the county jail for a term of 12 months. Barmann pleaded guilty to the abuse and was also given credit for 75 days served.
Fire crews offer safety tips ahead of summer

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Jenna Wilson

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — From outdoor fire safety to water precautions, firefighters are reminding residents to make safety a priority this summer. With the start of summer quickly approaching, firefighters said, it’s not a season of rest, it’s a season of risk. “We seem to have a lot of problems with folks using their grills this time of year,” said Bill Lamar, Emergency Management Manager with the St. Joseph Fire Department.
Woman pleaded guilty, jailed for animal abuse

1 week ago | newspressnow.com | Jenna Wilson

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- A Wathena, Kansas, woman will face about a year in county jail for animal abuse for causing a cat's death. On Friday, May 30, 2025, in the circuit of Buchanan County, Missouri, Kylie Barmann was charged with a Class A misdemeanor for animal abuse and, under law, will be confined in the county jail for a term of 12 months. Barmann pleaded guilty to the abuse and was also given credit for 75 days served.
Fire crews offer safety tips ahead of summer

1 week ago | newspressnow.com | Jenna Wilson

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- From outdoor fire safety to water precautions, firefighters are reminding residents to make safety a priority this summer. With the start of summer quickly approaching, firefighters say it’s not a season of rest, it’s a season of risk. “We seem to have a lot of problems with folks using their grills this time of year,” said Bill Lamar, Emergency Management Manager with the St. Joseph Fire Department.
Arrest made in 19-year-old murder with help from local law enforcement

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Jenna Wilson

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Northwest Missouri law enforcement played a key role in the recent arrest of a man accused of killing his wife nearly two decades ago in Georgia. In a news release, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) announced the arrest of Jon Worrell, a resident of Maryville, Missouri. Worrell was taken into custody at his home without incident. On September 20, 2006, Worrell's former wife, Doris Worrell, was found shot inside the couple's family-owned business in Georgia.

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