The Saint Louis Zoo takes in four endangered Mexican spider monkeys seized from smugglers, highlighting the issue of illegal wildlife trade and advocating for the Captive Primate Safety Act.

SLMPD reports a fatal hit-and-run in Jeff-Vander-Lou, seeking suspect after 20-year-old Tori Dunn was struck and killed.

MoDOT KC announces a public meeting to discuss replacing the Route Z bridge over Keeney Creek. Open house format encourages community questions and feedback, with additional online input opportunities.

The NWS has issued a heat advisory for parts of Illinois and Missouri due to high temperatures and humidity, with warnings of heat illnesses and advisories to take precautions.

The Maryland Heights Police Department celebrates its 40th anniversary, reflecting on its growth and resilience through challenges such as riots and natural disasters.

St. Louis County provides a RECA claim form for residents exposed to radiation due to nuclear testing or uranium mining, outlining eligibility criteria and available compensation.

MoDOT is set to begin extensive construction and maintenance across multiple counties in mid-Missouri from August 18-24, weather permitting, with possible delays due to lane closures.

St. Charles is under a Water Conservation Order due to a damaged pipeline, with city officials urging immediate conservation. Repairs are expected to be completed with water quality tests to follow.

St. Peters opens applications for its Snow Removal Program aimed at aiding residents with street access post-snowfall; enrollment ends Nov. 30, no full driveway clearing.

St. Louis has halted its alley recycling program due to contamination issues and high costs, directing residents to use city drop-off sites instead. The move reallocates resources to improve trash collection services.

St. Peters issued a water conservation order and boil advisory due to pipeline damage, urging residents to boil water for consumption. Repair efforts are ongoing.

Derrick Snulligan, 62, was sentenced to 107 months for committing five bank robberies and one attempted robbery in Missouri between April 2023 and June 2024. The FBI investigated the case, which is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods.

MoDOT announces overnight closures of the eastbound I-70 exit ramp to Route 115 on August 18-19 for maintenance, urging drivers to plan alternate routes.