Kenneth Lee Simpson's trial for the murder of Hermann Police Sergeant Mason Griffith begins, including charges for seriously injuring Officer Adam Sullentrup. Video shows Simpson shooting the unarmed officers, leading to a standoff and his arrest.

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.

St. Louis provides 450 emergency shelter beds, day services, and transit for homeless citizens amid cold weather, shared by city government on Facebook.

The St. Louis County Board of Police Commissioners met to discuss personnel deputations, service agreements, department statistics, and ongoing administrative processes, including the swearing-in of officers.

St. Clair PD increased road monitoring, arresting multiple individuals for driving with invalid licenses and addressing various other incidents including domestic disturbances and DUIs.

The Jefferson County Health Department's 'Smiles To Go' mobile dental program will visit Sherwood Elementary School to provide on-site dental services to children.

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.

Kirkwood, Missouri's offices were closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, with no sanitation collection, but the Community Center stayed open. Services resume Tuesday.

O'Fallon urges residents to recycle their live holiday trees at Westhoff Park and Sports Park, with restrictions on decorations and artificial trees, as part of the city's sustainability efforts.

Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe has appointed four people to state boards and commissions, including positions in credit unions, funeral services, nursing home administration, and real estate appraisal.

St. Louis faces a cold week start with a weather advisory due to low temperatures and wind chills. The National Weather Service predicts sunny, but brisk conditions with a gradual warming trend.

The St. Louis County Board of Police Commissioners will meet on January 20th, 2026 to discuss departmental updates, officer swearing-in, promotions, and administrative matters.

Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe appointed Kathleen Hamilton to the Missouri Court of Appeals, filling the vacancy created by Judge Cristian M. Stevens's move to federal judiciary.