February 2025

United Way launches new program for volunteers

February 27, 2025 11:34 am Ashley Luthans

The United Way of Greater St. Joseph announced a new program to provide community members with volunteer opportunities.

Trump assault on USAID leaves plant that makes peanut butter for malnourished kids scrambling

February 27, 2025 11:32 am CNN Newsource

By MJ Lee, CNN (CNN) — MANA Nutrition makes a special kind of peanut butter paste that many humanitarian aid workers are familiar with. It is fortified with milk and essential vitamins, packed with calories and sent to severely malnourished children around the world, including some countries in Africa. On Wednesday afternoon, Mark Moore, the

‘A hero in the making:’ Man, 69, donates kidney to help 25-year-old

February 27, 2025 11:30 am CNN Newsource

By Jay Greene Click here for updates on this story NEWPORT NEWS, Virginia (WTKR) — At any given time, 100,000 people across the United States are waiting for lifesaving organ donations, according to the United Network for Organ Sharing. A Newport News man’s recent experience highlights how age should not be a barrier to becoming

A dozen eggs are seen in a carton on February 10 in Monterey Park

Trump’s bird flu policy won’t lower your egg prices anytime soon

February 27, 2025 11:30 am CNN Newsource

By John Towfighi, CNN New York (CNN) — Egg prices are surging so high that the Trump administration is pledging to step in and solve the crisis — but don’t expect relief the next time you go grocery shopping. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins announced on Wednesday a plan to invest $1 billion in strategies to

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu indicated the Gaza-Egypt border during a news conference in Jerusalem on September 2.

Israel says it won’t withdraw from Gaza-Egypt border as it sends team to ceasefire talks

February 27, 2025 11:28 am CNN Newsource

By Mick Krever, Dana Karni, Ibrahim Dahman and Tim Lister, CNN (CNN) — Israel will not withdraw its forces from the Gaza-Egypt border as would be required under the second phase of a truce with Hamas, an Israeli source says, even as it dispatches a team for ceasefire negotiations. “We will not exit the Philadelphi

The exterior of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) headquarters is seen on February 10 in Washington

Consumer watchdog quits cases against firms accused of ripping off Americans

February 27, 2025 11:23 am CNN Newsource

By Matt Egan, CNN New York (CNN) — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau abruptly dropped cases on Thursday against multiple companies that had previously been accused of hurting consumers. Court filings indicate that the consumer watchdog has decided to dismiss lawsuits previously filed against Capital One, Rocket Homes and a student loan servicer. Just weeks

The air traffic control tower is seen at the Reagan National Airport on February 3 in Arlington

What’s a go-around? How the routine maneuver helped a pilot avoid getting too close to another aircraft at Reagan National

February 27, 2025 11:19 am CNN Newsource

By Amanda Musa and Alexandra Skores, CNN (CNN) — A pilot flying American Airlines Flight 2246 was preparing to land Tuesday at Ronald Reagan National Airport when air traffic control instructed the flight to “go around” to avoid getting too close to another plane set to depart from the same runway. A “go-around” is an

School district confirms bullying occurred after investigation following Texas girl’s death by suicide

February 27, 2025 11:17 am CNN Newsource

By Dalia Faheid and Hanna Park, CNN (CNN) — A Texas school district has released a summary of its investigation following 11-year-old Jocelynn Rojo Carranza’s death by suicide, but questions remain about the events leading up to her death. The story has made national headlines – amid the nationwide crackdown on illegal immigration, after her

¿Qué hace el Gobierno Trump para rastrear a inmigrantes indocumentados?

February 27, 2025 11:16 am CNN Newsource

Por Uriel Blanco, CNN en Español Las medidas del Gobierno de Donald Trump para detener inmigrantes indocumentados en EE.UU. siguen adelante. La medida más reciente llegó el domingo, cuando la administración de Trump inició una nueva ronda de operaciones de inmigración en el área de Los Ángeles. Activistas captaron en video a supuestos agentes del

Gene Hackman in "The French Connection."

Actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa found dead in their New Mexico home

February 27, 2025 11:07 am CNN

CNN By Lex Harvey, CNN (CNN) — Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, were found dead in their home in New Mexico along with their dog, the Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office told CNN. He was 95. Their causes of death have not been confirmed, but foul play is not suspected, Santa

Actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa found dead in their New Mexico home

February 27, 2025 11:07 am CNN

CNN By Lex Harvey, CNN (CNN) — Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, were found dead in their home in New Mexico along with their dog, the Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office told CNN. He was 95. Their causes of death have not been confirmed, but foul play is not suspected, Santa

Canada's Jesse Marsch was asked Wednesday about leading his team during the current political climate.

Canada’s men’s soccer coach is an American. He’s ‘ashamed’ of Trump’s call for Canada to be the 51st state

February 27, 2025 10:38 am CNN

CNN By Jacob Lev, CNN (CNN) — Canadian men’s soccer national team head coach Jesse Marsch, an American, offered a strong rebuke of President Donald Trump’s quips on the country potentially becoming the 51st state of the United States. Speaking to reporters at Concacaf Nations League Finals media day in Inglewood, California, Marsch called Trump’s

Federal budget cuts are taking a toll on South Florida's national parks

Federal budget cuts hit South Florida’s national parks

February 27, 2025 9:08 am CNN

WFOR, U.S. FISH AND WILDFIRE SERVICE NATIONAL DIGITAL LIBRARY, CNN By Chelsea Jones Click here for updates on this story South Florida (WFOR) — Federal budget cuts are taking a toll on South Florida’s national parks, resulting in staff reductions and raising concerns about the visitor experience. The cuts come as President Donald Trump pushes

A pack of stray dogs had snuck into the school's barn and attacked several of the students' animals.

3 Carroll High School FFA animals killed in stray dog attack, 2 others injured

February 27, 2025 8:30 am CNN

KRIS, CARROLL HIGH SCHOOL, NATALIE CASAS, CNN By Adam Beam Click here for updates on this story Texas (KRIS) — UPDATE: Wednesday – 8:30 p.m. A GoFundMe has been created to help assist Natalie Casas and Adrian Salazar in recouping some of the financial losses in the February 11 incident. ORIGINAL STORY: “There was just

See St. Joseph: warm weather and hot events

February 27, 2025 8:00 am Kendra Simpson

Many contestants of the annual Chili Cookoff have participated for several years prior and enjoyed showing off their numerous trophies.

Nesta Leeloo was honored for her strength

108-year-old woman honored for strength, perseverance

February 27, 2025 7:50 am CNN

WFOR, KAREN FULLER, CNN By Joan Murray Click here for updates on this story TAMARAC, Florida (WFOR) — A 108-year-old woman was celebrated in Tamarac on Wednesday as part of Women’s History Month. Nesta Leeloo was honored for her strength, optimism and perseverance. Despite her age, Leeloo still dances every chance she gets, plays the

What to know about measles

February 27, 2025 6:36 am CNN

CNN, KCBD, POOL, CDC By Jacqueline Howard, CNN (CNN) — As a measles outbreak causes dozens of illnesses in West Texas, it’s important to know how to identify signs of the illness – especially in young children. Measles, one of the world’s most contagious infectious diseases, can cause serious complications – such as blindness, pneumonia

It’s Your Call for Feb. 27

February 27, 2025 12:15 am News-Press NOW

Not surprising A few days ago, on the Hannity show, Trump said he was not going to touch Medicare and Medicaid. And the very next day, the Republican Party slashed benefits to Medicaid. Sad to see Everyone who voted for Trump is responsible for what is happening to our country. It’s just so sad that

Late Notices, Feb. 27, 2025

February 27, 2025 12:00 am News-Press NOW

Late Notices Clark Broussard Clark Broussard 69, of St. Joseph, died Feb. 26, 2025. Arrangements are pending at the Rupp Funeral Home. Mary L. Cameron STANBERRY, Mo. -Mary Lou Cameron, 73, Stanberry, Missouri, died Feb. 23, 2025. Services pending Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Beth A. Chalender Beth Ann Chalender 56, of St. Joseph, died

Stevens, Helen J. 1937-2025 Rock Port, Mo.

February 27, 2025 12:00 am News-Press NOW

ROCK PORT, Mo. – Helen Jo Stevens, 87, Rock Port, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025, Pleasant View Nursing Home, Rock Port. Preceded: parents, Joseph Wheeler and Mamie Edith (Hudnall) Stevens. Survivors: numerous cousins in Winslow, Arizona, or Cameron, Missouri; dear friends, Julie Burke, Nancy Daugherty, Julie Slaby. Graveside Service and Interment: 1:30 p.m.,