Comptroller Baringer called for an investigation into questionable payments made to a former city official, stressing the need for transparency and financial integrity.

St. Louis faces extreme heat with temperatures nearing 96°F and heat indices up to 103°F. Minimal relief is expected from the light breezes, and the weather pattern may only slightly change with a chance of showers early next week.

MoDOT is set to repair six bridges over I-44, starting with closures on Route 28 and Route D in August, with detours provided. The project will extend until September 2026.

State Budget Director Dan Haug reported a 0.7% increase in total revenue collections for Missouri in July 2025, with rises in individual income and Pass Through Entity taxes but drops in corporate taxes and other collections.

The National Weather Service predicts a hot week for St. Louis with highs near 100°F, a slight chance of thunderstorms, and minimal wind. A cooler trend with chances of rain is expected next week.

Austin Johnell Fitzgerald, 61, was charged with kidnapping and sexual abuse after allegedly coercing women with a gun in Tower Grove Park. He also attacked individuals with brass knuckles, adding to his charges.

Police probe a suspected arson and hate crime involving vehicle fires and antisemitic graffiti in Clayton, with the FBI assisting in the investigation.

Missouri's AG joins a multi-state push to urge DOJ action against the $400 billion illegal offshore online gambling industry, citing consumer exploitation and economic damage.

The National Weather Service predicts mostly sunny skies and calm breezes for St. Louis with highs around 90 degrees, turning partly cloudy with slight chances of thunderstorms and warmer temperatures in the following days.

Clayton Police Department had a busy week with 578 incidents including drug arrests, traffic mishaps, and a burglary arrest from a traffic stop. They are investigating a personal theft by a hospice nurse and several hit-and-runs.

Clayton police are investigating multiple vehicle fires that occurred early Tuesday morning, with a suspicious message near the scene suggesting a potential criminal motive. No injuries were reported.

St. Peters' city services will see changes on Labor Day, with closures of facilities like City Hall and altered trash collection schedules, while the Rec-Plex will be open for limited hours.

St. Charles County reports high demand for Senior Property Tax Relief Program with over 32,000 applications processed and an ongoing property tax reform debate, which may impact public services and lead to legal challenges.