St. Louis activates emergency shelters amid cold weather, offering 285 beds, expandable to 345, with year-round shelters also in place. Walk-up shelters open for men, women, and families, with transportation available to additional spaces if needed.

Missouri's AG charged a Kansas City carpenter with fraud for not completing paid staircase repairs, urging victims to report to the Consumer Protection Section.

St. Louis County hosted "Evening Under the Lights: Winter Wonderland Picture Nights," with Tilles Park's drive-through light display open until January 3, except on holidays. Tickets are available online or at the gate.

Gerding Enterprises donated holiday turkeys to Jefferson County first responders, with the Sheriff's Office publicly thanking them for their ongoing support and generosity.

A police chase in St. Louis ended in a crash at Dr. Martin Luther King and Burd, resulting in one fatality; no officers were injured. Details are under investigation by the Force Investigations Unit and Accident Reconstruction team.

Members 1st Credit Union donates to "Shop With A Cop," promoting community ties in Jefferson County, as acknowledged on the Sheriff's Office social media.

Missouri's Department of Natural Resources awards Elsberry R-II School District a $785,000 loan for energy efficiency upgrades, expecting an annual savings of $89,557.

St. Louis extends its Code Blue initiative until Dec 9 due to cold weather, ensuring continued emergency shelter operations with available transportation for those in need.

St. Louis is addressing vacant properties with art, green spaces, and urban agriculture, as detailed by the CDA's efforts to engage communities, analyze data, and focus on sustainability in its 2020-2024 Impact Report.

Former jail employee Kevin Childers Jr. gets 51 months in prison for smuggling drugs into Lincoln County Jail.

St. Louis extends its Code Blue emergency measures for extreme cold until Dec. 5, providing additional emergency shelter beds and shuttle services for those in need. Snowplows are also prepared for winter weather.

Wentzville, MO has announced the filing period for April 2026 municipal offices, with filings due from Dec. 9-30, and a $25 fee required. Positions open include Alderman seats in three Wards. Candidates must meet residency requirements.

St. Charles County Police introduce a Community Camera Program for residents to share security footage for crime-solving, respecting privacy and voluntary cooperation.