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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) -- A Buchanan County Jail inmate was caught in a self-harm attempt Sunday night.

Buchanan County inmate transported to Mosaic after suicide attempt
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) -- A Buchanan County Jail inmate was caught in a self-harm attempt Sunday night.
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February 16, 2026 at 11:42 PM
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) -- United Way of Greater St. Joseph is offering its "KinderClub" to schools in Buchanan and Andrew counties.

Local non-profit opens program for upcoming Kindergarten students
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) -- United Way of Greater St. Joseph is offering its "KinderClub" to schools in Buchanan and Andrew counties.
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February 16, 2026 at 11:37 PM
BUCHANAN COUNTY, Mo. (KQTV) -- A Buchanan County Investigator's vehicle was struck by a motorcycle Sunday night.

Buchanan County Investigator vehicle struck by small motorcycle
BUCHANAN COUNTY, Mo. (KQTV) -- A Buchanan County Investigator's vehicle was struck by a motorcycle Sunday night.
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February 16, 2026 at 11:29 PM
BELTON, Mo. (KQTV) -- A Belton, Missouri, Police Officer is facing rape charges after allegedly forcing himself on a woman between the year's of 2017 and 2018.

Belton Police Officer faces rape charges
BELTON, Mo. (KQTV) -- A Belton, Missouri, Police Officer is facing rape charges after allegedly forcing himself on a woman between the year's of 2017 and 2018.
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February 16, 2026 at 10:54 PM
(CNN) — Two people are dead and three others injured after a targeted shooting at a hockey arena in Rhode Island Monday afternoon that may have been related to a family dispute, police said.

2 dead in a shooting at a hockey rink in Rhode Island, police say. The suspect is also dead
(CNN) — Two people are dead and three others injured after a targeted shooting at a hockey arena in Rhode Island Monday afternoon that may have been related to a
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February 16, 2026 at 10:07 PM
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) The St. Joseph School District's Board of Education tacked on an extra year to Superintendent Ashly McGinnis' contract, but the vote wasn't a clean 7-0 approval.

SJSD Board of Education members explain reasoning in superintendent contract vote
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) The St. Joseph School District's Board of Education tacked on an extra year to Superintendent Ashly McGinnis' contract, but the vote wasn't a clean 7-0 approval.
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February 16, 2026 at 10:05 PM
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) -- After nearly a decade on the dais, incumbent At-Large City Council member Marty Novak is asking voters for a third term, hoping to build on what he describes as significant progress made during his tenure.

Current City Council At-Large member Marty Novak seeking re-election after 8 years on council
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) -- After nearly a decade on the dais, incumbent At-Large City Council member Marty Novak is asking voters for a third term, hoping to build on
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February 16, 2026 at 9:31 PM
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) -- For the next three years, Spire will be more involved in the community, working to upgrade its infrastructure.

Spire to upgrade infrastructure in St. Joseph, replacing decades-old steel pipe
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) -- For the next three years, Spire will be more involved in the community, working to upgrade its infrastructure.
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February 16, 2026 at 4:54 PM
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The Pony Express National Museum is inviting the community to celebrate "Family Day," an event for the whole family to enjoy, while kids may be out of school for the President's Day holiday.

Pony Express Museum hosts free family day
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The Pony Express National Museum is inviting the community to celebrate "Family Day," an event for the whole family to enjoy, while kids may be
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February 16, 2026 at 4:47 PM
MISSOURI (KQTV) -- The user, now known for his "This one's for you" series of videos, has gained a noticeable following in the past few months by showcasing different areas of the Show Me State.

KC area TikToker gains popularity
MISSOURI (KQTV) -- The user, now known for his "This one's for you" series of videos, has gained a noticeable following in the past few months by showcasing different areas
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February 13, 2026 at 9:48 PM
WASHINGTON (KQTV) -- As the college athletics scene has seen its fair share of changes with "Name, Image and Likeness," U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) shared his plans to restore stability and safeguard the long-term success of college athletics.

U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt unveils blueprint to 'save college sports'
WASHINGTON (KQTV) -- As the college athletics scene has seen its fair share of changes with "Name, Image and Likeness," U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) shared his plans to restore
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February 13, 2026 at 7:36 PM
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) -- Big Brothers Big Sisters of St. Joseph will host its annual Empower Auction to honor local leaders making a significant impact in their professions and throughout the community.

Big Brothers Big Sisters to host 2026 Empower Auction at inspireU
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) -- Big Brothers Big Sisters of St. Joseph will host its annual Empower Auction to honor local leaders making a significant impact in their professions and
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February 13, 2026 at 6:41 PM
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) -- St. Joseph City Council will hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 17, in observance of Presidents' Day.

St. Joseph City Council to vote on police gear, aquatic facility design funding and MoDOT grant application
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) -- St. Joseph City Council will hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 17, in observance of Presidents' Day.
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February 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) -- David McMahan, chair and professor in the communications department at Missouri Western State University, received a leadership listening award from the Global Listening Center.

International organization honors MoWest professor
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) -- David McMahan, chair and professor in the communications department at Missouri Western State University, received a leadership listening award from the Global Listening Center.
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February 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) -- A Columbia, Missouri, man who was deported to the Netherlands after more than four months in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody says he endured overcrowded, unsanitary and inhumane conditions at a detention facility in El Paso, Texas.
Columbia man deported to Netherlands details poor conditions, abuse and homicide incidents at El Paso ICE facility
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) -- A Columbia, Missouri, man who was deported to the Netherlands after more than four months in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody says he endured overcrowded,
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February 13, 2026 at 1:54 AM
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) -- Missouri Western State University's Griffons Baseball team is seven games into its season so far. After a home series win, the team is working to continue to come together.

MoWest baseball team bands together after major offseason overhaul
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) -- Missouri Western State University's Griffons Baseball team is seven games into its season so far. After a home series win, the team is working to
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February 13, 2026 at 1:44 AM
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV)-- Makinze, a mom of five and a recent graduate of the Pivotal Point transitional program, never imagined the impact her journey would have — not just on herself, but on the people around her.

A community that offers a hand up—and a fresh start  
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV)-- Makinze, a mom of five and a recent graduate of the Pivotal Point transitional program, never imagined the impact her journey would have — not just
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February 13, 2026 at 1:23 AM
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) -- Woodlawn Shopping Center saw the opening of a new business this week, giving "sneakerheads" and fashion lovers a new place to shop.

New sneaker shop opens along North Belt Highway
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) -- Woodlawn Shopping Center saw the opening of a new business this week, giving "sneakerheads" and fashion lovers a new place to shop.
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February 13, 2026 at 1:01 AM
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) -- A bill to strengthen protections for children against grooming and trafficking has cleared a Missouri House committee and is now headed to the Senate.

Missouri House advances bill targeting child grooming and trafficking
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) -- A bill to strengthen protections for children against grooming and trafficking has cleared a Missouri House committee and is now headed to the Senate.
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February 12, 2026 at 8:23 PM
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) -- Missouri lawmakers are considering two bills that would require summer and day camps to be licensed and create emergency plans for inclement weather.

Missouri lawmakers consider regulations for summer, day camps after deadly Texas flooding
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) -- Missouri lawmakers are considering two bills that would require summer and day camps to be licensed and create emergency plans for inclement weather.
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February 12, 2026 at 8:19 PM
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) -- The St. Joseph Black Archives, a division of the St. Joseph Museums, announced it will honor three inductees at its Hall of Fame induction ceremony.

St. Joseph Black Archives to induct three Hall of Fame honorees during 2026 ceremony
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) -- The St. Joseph Black Archives, a division of the St. Joseph Museums, announced it will honor three inductees at its Hall of Fame induction ceremony.
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February 12, 2026 at 6:30 PM
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) – The U.S. is seeing a surge in flu cases, with Missouri remaining at a “very high” level of influenza activity.

Missouri continues to see high numbers of flu cases
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) – The U.S. is seeing a surge in flu cases, with Missouri remaining at a “very high” level of influenza activity.
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February 12, 2026 at 5:51 PM
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) -- Several St. Joseph community groups and members came together Wednesday night at the Fireman's Hall, located at 805 S. 36th St., to allow seven School Board candidates to introduce themselves and share their vision for the district.

Community groups host forum for School Board candidates
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) -- Several St. Joseph community groups and members came together Wednesday night at the Fireman's Hall, located at 805 S. 36th St., to allow seven School
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February 12, 2026 at 3:43 AM
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) -- Northwest Missouri motorists were warned to plan extra time for their travels Thursday, as the Clinton County Sheriff's Office will conduct a "Super Move," impacting several routes throughout the day.

Clinton County Sheriff's Office warns motorists to plan for extra travel time Thursday
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) -- Northwest Missouri motorists were warned to plan extra time for their travels Thursday, as the Clinton County Sheriff's Office will conduct a "Super Move," impacting
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February 12, 2026 at 3:15 AM
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) -- The Persisterhood of St. Joseph will sponsor its 10th protest on Valentine's Day, against the Trump administration, something it's been doing since March of 2025.

Persisterhood to host 'Love without Borders' Rally on Valentine's Day
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) -- The Persisterhood of St. Joseph will sponsor its 10th protest on Valentine's Day, against the Trump administration, something it's been doing since March of 2025.
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February 11, 2026 at 11:16 PM