St. Charles, Missouri, is excitedly preparing for its annual Mardi Gras event with a parade on February 15, featuring family-friendly activities, food, and music.

A church‑run shelter in north St. Louis says it needs donations to stay open 24/7 as a winter storm bears down. Leaders are asking for small, rapid gifts to cover rising utilities and food costs.

The Chesterfield Police Department reported on their busy week via Facebook, humorously detailing multiple arrests and over 900 service calls while handling inclement weather and engaging the community.

Saint Louis faces a cold week with highs around 30 degrees and lows reaching 1 degree, accompanied by northwest winds and clear skies, as per NWS forecasts.

A man died after a St. Louis shooting in O'Fallon, with a suspect charged. The incident occurred on November 23, with police investigating the altercation that led to the gunfire.

St. Louis extends emergency shelter hours due to cold, adds a warming bus at 10th and Cass, and solicits donations to its Winter Shelter Fund. Residents can call 211 for shelter transport.

Wentzville declares a Snow Emergency with a parking ban to enable snow removal, advising residents to limit travel and report issues online or to the non-emergency police line.

The Phelps County Route D bridge over I-44 near Jerome reopened, with further asphalt work planned for spring 2026. MoDOT continues other regional bridge projects, emphasizing driver safety in work zones.

Franklin County Schools partners with local bodies to improve park facilities, aiming to merge educational and community needs, promoting social engagement and healthier lifestyles.

Hazelwood celebrated Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a well-attended event featuring music, speeches, and dance, emphasizing Dr. King's message of unity and peace.

Emergency services used the Jaws of Life in a vehicle incident in Collinsville during early morning traffic, as reported by the Collinsville Fire Department.

O'Fallon honored MLK Day with community service, making Valentine's cards and carnations for local seniors, reflecting King's legacy of kindness and service.

The NWS issued a Cold Weather Advisory for Missouri and Illinois, warning of low wind chills and advising caution, especially during MLK Day with cold and gusty conditions.