Missouri Emergency Services Newswire

Woman dead after man stabbed her, then himself at West Side hotel, San Antonio police say

San Antonio police respond to a stabbing at a West Side hotel on the evening of Saturday, April 18, 2026. (Alex Gamez, KSAT 12) SAN ANTONIO – A woman was killed Saturday evening after a man stabbed her, then turned the knife on himself at a West Side …

Florida Averages 103 Police Killings Per Year, Study Finds

Key Highlights   Florida ranks #3 nationally with an average of 103.00 people killed by police per year from 2023 through 2025, behind only Texas (144.67) and California (143.00), according to data from Mapping Police Violence analyzed by Madia Law. …

Knox County, Missouri Sales Tax to go toward improving emergency services

Damage reported after severe weather in mid-Missouri; thousands without power

Local emergency management agencies and law enforcement are encouraging people to stay safe when outside or on the roads due to the potential of hazards after the severe storms in mid-Missouri on Friday. Officials advise not to drive through flooded roads …

Two hospitalized after crash in southeast Missouri

CARDWELL, Mo. (WSIL) -- Two people were taken to hospitals with injuries after a car crash in Dunklin County on Friday. The Missouri State Highway Patrol said the crash happened on April 17, at 7:35 a.m., along Highway AC, roughly two miles west of …

NWS: Belton, Missouri, EFI tornado reached 110 mph

National Weather Service: Belton, Missouri, EFI tornado reached 110 mph WELL, BRIAN, WE’RE IN BELTON, MISSOURI, SO WE ARE OFF OF MULLEN SQUARE AND EAST NORTH AVENUE. NOW. WE’RE ABOUT A MILE FROM 49 HIGHWAY. YOU CAN SEE KIND OF BEHIND ME, A LOT OF UTILITY …

As discrimination judgment nears $15M, almost half its police budget, National City appeals 2025 jury award

Just over a year ago, a San Diego County jury awarded former National City police officer Ashley Cummins $10 million in damages for the repeated discrimination and harassment she said she was subjected to while serving the community. Rather than pay the …

Damage reports roll in after severe weather in mid-Missouri

As the severe storms in mid-Missouri come to an end, local emergency management agencies and law enforcement are encouraging people to stay safe when outside or on the roads due to the potential of hazards. Officials say not to drive through flooded roads …

Missouri hemp stores say products are legal, dispute evidence behind AG crackdown

Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway announces the state's lawsuit against American Shaman in a press conference outside her office March 31, 2026 (Annelise Hanshaw/Missouri Independent). Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway has …

New endowment supports first responders

Published 12:20 pm Thursday, April 16, 2026 By Tina H. Hahn/UM Communications A new scholarship endowment at the University of Mississippi will honor the work and dedication of first responders, the highly trained professionals who stand ready to act …

A woman accused of fatally shooting one person and injuring another in Missouri nearly six years ago has been arrested ...

By Blessing Nweke A woman accused of fatally shooting one person and injuring another in Missouri nearly six years ago has been arrested in Florida, just one day after being added to the FBI Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list, authorities confirmed. KaShawn …

Missouri FFA Convention faces severe weather in final day

COLUMBIA — Missouri FFA Association wrapped up its 98th annual convention Friday despite a severe weather threat. "Missouri FFA staff is in direct contact with the University of Missouri system emergency management, along with MU Athletics and MU …

Homes damaged, power outages reported in Belton, Missouri, after tornado

Reports of damage are coming in around Belton, Missouri, after a confirmed Friday afternoon. KMBC 9 crews arrived in the area shortly after the storms. First responders have several areas blocked off, but trees are down all over the city, according to KMBC …

Missouri House advances English proficiency tests for semitruck, school bus drivers, others

The Missouri House advanced legislation Thursday requiring that people who drive semitrucks, school buses and other large vehicles be able to pass English proficiency tests. The chamber voted 104-22 in favor of the bill, which applies to everyone operating …

Already on the hook for millions, St. Louis faces new police shooting lawsuit

A St. Louis man who says he was unarmed when an officer shot him in the back last year is suing the city, which already has to pay out millions in shooting judgments. Vincent Simmons filed a federal lawsuit last week against the police board and the St. …

First responders’ naloxone distribution efforts face potential budget cuts

When paramedics from the St. Charles City Fire Department arrive at the scene of an opioid overdose, patients refuse to go to the hospital about 75 percent of the time. But even if they decline treatment, they’re likely to accept naloxone kits that …

Sedalia area police reports for April 18

Missouri State Highway Patrol Arrests April 14 2:43 p.m.: James J. Ramirez, 45, of Parkville was arrested in Benton County for felony driving while intoxicated, speeding and no valid plates. He was transported to the Benton County Jail and placed on a 24- …

Brutal killer of two women ’named’ after police fail

Eli Frankel, a television and documentary producer in Los Angeles, is emphatic that after three years of research he has solved the particularly savage murders of Leila Welsh in 1941 and Elizabeth Short in 1947, two investigations that stumped huge police …

Kansas City, Missouri, firefighters battle blaze at vacant Parade Park apartment

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Kansas City, Missouri, Fire Department battled two vacant apartment fires early Friday morning. Crews were called to the scene at 5:10 a.m. on an apartment fire. On arrival, crews reported smoke and fire showing from a 3-story …

Community Resource and Crisis Response K-9 Programs Are Outpacing Training Standards — Seminar Aims to Close the Gap

Designed for first responder agencies building, expanding, or tightening up their community resource and crisis response K-9 programs — Blackwood, NJ BLACKWOOD, NJ, UNITED STATES, April 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Community resource dogs. …

Escamilla Tree Service Expands 24/7 Emergency Tree Services Across Metro Atlanta Amid Rising Storm Risks

ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As severe weather continues to impact North Georgia, Escamilla Tree Service, a trusted, family-owned tree company, has announced the expansion of its 24/7 emergency tree service operations …

For Thousands of K-12 Districts, Alyssa's Law Compliance Is No Longer Optional — and the Clock Is Running

Free live webinar on Alyssa's Law by Vivi, Raptor, and Make Our Schools Safe helps schools understand requirements before deadlines and funding windows close HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With Alyssa's Law now …

Secure Communities Forum and World Police Summit Convene Global Dialogue on Crypto Security and Policing

ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Secure Communities Forum (SCF), in collaboration with the World Police Summit (WPS), successfully convened the Crypto Security & Policing Dialogue, bringing together …

UAE Chairs Landmark GCC–ASEANAPOL–Asia Security Meeting in Abu Dhabi to Strengthen Global Police Cooperation

ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On 15 April, the Ministry of Interior of the United Arab Emirates chaired the First Meeting of Directors General of Criminal Investigation and Intelligence of the Member States …

Stark Moving and Storage Takes Home 2026 Boston Business Excellence Award

Stark Moving & Storage receives the prestigious 2026 Boston Business Excellence Award, recognized for exceptional customer service and relocation solutions. BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Stark Moving and …

‘Coming Home’ Shines at Milwaukee Film Festival, Showcasing Tahira Malik's Inspiring Journey from Addiction to Advocacy

Coming Home will air April 16 -30 at MKE’S historic Downer and Oriental theatres, portraying Malik’s remarkable story and creation of Samad’s House MILWAUKEE, WI, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The critically acclaimed …

Green Bee ProClean Announces Structured Referral Program Rollout

Green Bee ProClean is a cleaning service provider based in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, serving residential and commercial clients in the surrounding areas. KING OF PRUSSIA, PA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Green Bee …

Sparks Police Department Launches DeskOfficer AI to Support Non-Emergency Calls in 911 Center

AI-powered system handles non-emergency calls, reduces wait times, and improves access while allowing dispatchers to focus on critical incidents AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Sparks Police Department has …

Agili8 announced strategic partnership with DC Alliance Group at the AI Innovation Summit

Strategic partnership leverages ground-breaking technologies to combat rising fuel costs and disruption amid global uncertainty PERTH, WESTERN AUSTRALIA, AUSTRALIA, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Agili8, the pioneer of multiple award-winning …

Minetek earns 2026 Great Place To Work Certification™ across Australia, the United States and the Philippines

Minetek achieves Great Place To Work Certification™ in Australia, the United States and the Philippines, reflecting a high-performance, people-first culture. SYDNEY, NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Minetek is …

Xpece to Showcase Waterproof Drone Built for Real-World Conditions at eMerge Americas in Miami Beach

A drone built for heavy rain, to float on water, and drop life vest to swimmers in distress. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Xpece will showcase its waterproof drone, the Xpece ONE, at eMerge Americas next week, …

Maverick’s Legacy 4th Annual Spring Festival Returns May 9 with 100+ Vendors, Car Show, Kids Fun Barn, Live Music,Prizes

BRANCHVILLE, NJ, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- — Maverick’s Legacy invites the community to its 4th Annual Spring Festival on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at the Sussex County Fairgrounds, 37 Plains Road, Augusta, NJ, from 11 am …

Movers Near Me’ Searches Could Mislead Brookline Residents, Stark Moving and Storage Advises

Stark Moving and Storage highlights potential pitfall of ‘Movers Near Me’ search, advising Brookline residents to choose reliable, trusted local moving services BROOKLINE, MA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Stark Moving and …

Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association Applauds Reintroduction of Retirement Annuity Supplement Clarity Act

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association (FLEOA) today expressed srong support for the reintroduction of the Retirement Annuity Supplement (RAS) Clarity Act, bipartisan …

M6 Global Defense Introduces Fractional Director of Security Program to Support K–12 School Safety

The program delivers expert, vendor-neutral security leadership to school districts—without the cost or complexity of a full-time hire. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- M6 Global Defense, a premier security …

America’s PPE Supply Chain Built on Risks to National Security and Forced Labor, Domestic Makers Warn USTR

U.S. medical manufacturers warn that America’s PPE supply is dangerously concentrated overseas; urge US Trade Representative to support domestic makers WASHINGTON, CA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Medical …

Working Families Struggle to Manage Medical Transport for Dialysis Patients in Tacoma

Dialysis is not a one-time procedure. Patients typically require treatment three times a week, with each session lasting several hours. TACOMA, WA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For many families across Tacoma, managing healthcare …

CORE4 launches the Emergency Birth Kit, the first childbirth kit built for law enforcement first responders

A patented childbirth kit built for Police and Sheriff's vehicles is long-overdue, and equips officers properly to respond to unexpected labor emergencies. BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Law enforcement …

Health Partners International Canada Celebrates Volunteers at Appreciation Tea April 23 in Oakville

Izzy Doll crafters and humanitarian volunteers to be honoured during National Volunteer Week April 19 to 25 OAKVILLE, ON, CANADA, April 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This National Volunteer Week, Health Partners International Canada (HPIC) will honour …