By Joseph Ataman, CNN Paris (CNN) — Trains to and from Paris were heavily disrupted following the discovery of an unexploded World War II bomb early on Friday near the world’s third-busiest train station. Almost 500 trains were canceled and the disruption affected around 600,000 people at the Gare du Nord, the transport minister said.
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By Alecia Reid Click here for updates on this story New York (WCBS/WLNY) — The body of a missing Bronx woman was found inside a suitcase left at Saw Mill River Creek in Yonkers on Thursday morning, sources say. The victim has been identified as 26-year-old Pamela Alcantara. The cause of death has not yet
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CNN By Ben Morse and Coy Wire, CNN (CNN) — When it comes to knowing a thing or two about snowboarding, there’s nobody better than Shaun White. White is arguably the greatest of all time in his field, having won 23 X Games medals – including 15 golds – and holding the record for the
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CNN By Lauren del Valle, Jean Casarez and Emma Tucker, CNN (CNN) — Panicked conversations between two surviving roommates in the off-campus home where four University of Idaho students were murdered in 2022 were revealed in newly released text messages Thursday, shedding more light on the timeline that prosecutors aim to lean on in their
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WXYZ, POOL, JAIMES’ FAMILY, NEST VIDEO, CNN By Randy Wimbley Click here for updates on this story TRENTON, Michigan (WXYZ) — “I just don’t think that they realize that they’re separating families. I mean, he’s just such a good man,” says Ana Jaimes. Ana and Hector Jaimes’ father, Jose, is being held in the St.
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WCCO, DON TIETZ, CNN By Ray Campos, Reg Chapman Click here for updates on this story Minnesota (WCCO) — At 104 years old, Don Tietz is the oldest resident of Cottage Grove, but even at his remarkable age he still hasn’t lost his wit. Drafted during World War II, Tietz found himself a long way
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KCAL, KCBS, DAVID WEISBERG, KENN RAMAGE, CNN By Lauren Pozen Click here for updates on this story California (KCAL/KCBS) — A group of local volunteers discovered that the hills of the Santa Susana Pass have turned into a dumping ground for stolen safes and ATM machines. “There’s a good chance if somebody stole your safe,
Continue ReadingKCAL, KCBS, FOBBV, YOUTUBE, CNN, FOBBV/YouTube By Julie Sharp Click here for updates on this story California (KCAL/KCBS) — A winter storm sweeping through the San Bernardino County Mountains has Jackie the bald eagle hunkered down in her snow-lined nest, as she keeps her babies warm. The Big Bear Bald Eagle nest cam offers a
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CNN By Kayla Tausche, CNN (CNN) — As President Donald Trump prepares to order the dismantling of the Department of Education, the financial arm of the agency – which makes loans directly to borrowers and manages trillions of dollars in student debt – faces an uncertain future, with steep staff cuts and lack of communication
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WYFF, SOUTH CAROLINA DEPT. OF CORRECTIONS, FAMILY HANDOUT, CNN By Ryan Young, Devon M. Sayers and Michelle Watson, CNN (CNN) — A man convicted of a double murder is scheduled to be executed in South Carolina Friday night by firing squad – a method that has not been used in the United States in almost
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If you love history, we are seeking sponsors to run this column. To comment or join in supporting this non-profit, contact Bob at robertmford@aol.com. This story is told from the vantage point of a 12 year old Johnny Marsh, looking back at age 74, and include graphic depicts of What happened on June 5, 1889, at
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How quick they forget In regards to Trump withholding a military aid to Ukraine, it’s funny how quick Democrats forget that Biden withheld the aid and financial assistance to Israel, our ally in the Middle East, up until recently. Interesting to see It would be interesting to know how anyone could still vote for a
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Division 5 Judge Daniel F. Kellogg Suspended sentence Ashton Michael Pilgram, 2715 Genefield Rd., two years of probation for misdemeanor fourth-degree domestic assault. Dyjuan E. Lee-Abrams, 522 S. 12th St., two years of probation for misdemeanor fourth-degree domestic assault. Division 5 Judge Chad Gaddie Prison Dejon T. Smith, Springfield, Missouri, two years at the Department
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Mid City Partnership Inc., 119 S. 6th St., mechanical permit, Red Force Fire & Security, $1,192. Christian Stricklin, 509 Hamburg Ave., street closure, MCON LLC. Dohrmann Properties LLC, 5105 Desoto St., mechanical permit, Paschal Home Services, $11,815. Aman Group LLC, 1720 St. Joseph Ave., alteration, Medina Homes LLC, $1,800. Evelyn Reynolds, 1523 Highly St., demolition,
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Marriage applications Samuel Mark Stufflebean, 29, and Shykeshia Taj Yea Moore, 28, both of St. Joseph. Darren Ladon Miller, 56, and Shannon Lynne Worley, 56, both of St. Joseph. Hunter Christian Lawhon, 24, and Carrie Nicole Talbot, 24, both of St. Joseph. Eric Alan Cantrell, 55, Plattsburg, Missouri, and Tiffany Davis, 30, Elwood, Kansas. Thomas Michael Chavez, 60, and Deana Rebecca Guyer, 51, both of St. Joseph.
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Thefts reported from Feb. 23 to March 3 2317 Penn St., burglary at residence/home. 225 W. Florence Rd., vehicle theft at parking lot/garage. 205 N. Belt Highway, items stolen at grocery/super market. 3022 S. Belt Highway, items stolen at grocery/super market. 1710 Dewey Ave., items stolen at residence/home. 321 Harrington Ave., burglary at residence/home. 2420
Continue Reading Arrests reported Feb. 26 to March 4 D’Andre D. Barritt Jones, 44, no address provided, city charge for trespass. Roger Dale Coffman, 31, 2901 Frederick Ave., warrant for failure to appear in court. Baylie N. Christopher, 19, 2301 Goff Ave., warrants for failure to appear in court and obstruction of police. Antoine Dominique Wilkinson, 38,
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Deeds of trust reported from Feb. 27 to March 5 Franklin Jarrett, Grace Jarrett to Nodaway Valley Bank, Carriage Oaks Plat 3 LT 25 $25,000. Johnnie Davidson to Freedom Mortgage Corp., Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc., Hurst Eastern Hills Add LT 5 $164,835. Christopher Pierce, Kathy Clark to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc., East Hills 2nd Extn PT LT
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Meet Diesel! Diesel is currently being fostered with Fantastic Fidos in St. Joseph MO! He has been learning all kinds of things in their care! Diesel has done great with other dogs and loves meeting new people too. He has worked on basic commands, leash-training, kennel-training, fixed-space, etc. He is a big guy and looking
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SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Joseph Portman, age 76, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away Feb. 28, 2025. Arrangements provided by Gorman Scharpf Funeral Home. Services will be held on March 10, 2025, at 11 a.m. at Missouri Veteran’s Cemetery. As published in the St. Joseph News-Press.
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EASTON, Mo. – Mary C. Fisher, 86, of Easton, Missouri, died on Feb. 26, 2025, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. Mary Catherine (Claus) Fisher was born July 24, 1938, to Mary (O’Connor) and (John) Joseph Claus, in St. Joseph. She grew up in St. Joseph, attending the Convent of the Sacred Heart High School
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Mark Duncan, 64, St. Joseph, passed away Sunday, March 2, 2025. He was born on March 2, 1961, to John Duncan and Peggy Green, in St. Joseph. Mark was a proud Lafayette High School alumnus, working later for over 15 years in the wire rope industry and in Walmart. A passionate individual, Mark’s life was
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Betty Curtis Fisher, 96, of St. Joseph, passed away, March 4, 2025. Betty was born May 9, 1928, in Wichita, Kansas, to Wilbur and Ruby (McDaniels) Curtis. They moved to St. Joseph in 1944 and she was a graduate of Lafayette High School. Betty married Truman Wilson in 1952. Together they raised a daughter and
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Carroll Bush, 87, of rural St. Joseph, passed away Saturday, March 1, 2025, at University of Kansas Hospital, in Kansas City, Kansas. He was born Oct. 2, 1937, in St. Joseph, son of Marie and Emerson Bush. He attended Bethel Grade School and graduated from Benton High School, class of 1955. Carroll spent his entire
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Late Notices James Staples OVERLAND PARK, Kan. – James “Jim” Staples, 77, Overland Park, Kansas, formerly of St. Joseph, died March 2, 2025. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 10 a.m. March 21, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation one hour prior to the service. As published in the St. Joseph News-Press.
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Overwhelmed with shame I am horrified and ashamed of the way our guest, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, was treated at the White House last week. The “spiders” invited the “fly” into our “parlor” and then, true bullies that they are, they sucker punched him, talking over him, shouting at him, attempting to shame him for
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Wealth Enhancement shares findings from survey research about Americans’ preparedness (or lack thereof) and excitement about retirement.
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The 74 reports on the state of paid apprenticeships and internships in U.S. schools.
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The Economic Hardship Reporting Project and Fast Company share the story of Cyrus Jaffery, a refugee-turned-CEO who pays it forward by helping job seekers facing adversity.
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Instacart examines deep cuts of its data to determine which pies win Americans’ hearts and stomachs, uncovering surprising regional favorites and unexpected sweet trends.
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