The Washington Capitals defeated the St. Louis Blues 8-1, with significant contributions from Alex Ovechkin and Logan Thompson's record-setting seventh straight win.

The Humane Society of Missouri rescued 27 neglected dogs in Polk County, with severe malnourishment and injuries, in cooperation with local authorities.

A man was shot and critically injured in Hyde Park, St. Louis, with the suspect still at large. Police are investigating the incident and seeking public assistance to apprehend the shooter.

Two men, aged 45 and 61, were found shot dead in an apartment in Dutchtown. The SLMPD responded around 9 a.m. and an investigation is underway. Witnesses are urged to contact the Homicide Division or CrimeStoppers.

Missouri Governor-Elect Kehoe proposes state control of the St. Louis Police Department, but Mayor Jones opposes it, citing reductions in crime under local governance.

Authorities are investigating a late-night armed robbery in a Midtown gas station parking lot, where the victim was approached by two suspects demanding his car keys. The suspects fled on foot after a security guard appeared.

Missouri State Parks confirmed that Montauk State Park is closed due to flooding. The park's infrastructure is being assessed, with no reopening date provided yet.

A St. Louis County felon pleaded guilty to shooting at officers during an attempted arrest and illegal firearm possession. He is set for sentencing in 2025 and faces a minimum of 20 years in prison.

The Missouri Baking Company in St. Louis is at risk of closing due to a legal dispute between its co-owners, with one seeking to dissolve the business.

Antjuan Potts from Hazelwood was sentenced to 24 years for producing child pornography after pleading guilty and admitting to sexually exploiting two minors.

The EPA is monitoring air quality in Fredericktown, MO, following a fire at a local recovery plant, with concerns over toxins and school closures enacted for safety.

The National Weather Service forecasts a wet week for St. Louis with thunderstorms likely, especially from Sunday through Tuesday, and midweek sunshine before possible rain returns.

Missouri Governor Mike Parson has pardoned seven individuals and denied 25 clemency applications, addressing a backlog inherited at the start of his term.