The Urban League and St. Louis Area Foodbank host an MLK food giveaway event with essentials like food and PPE in St. Louis, supported by local organizations.

The City of St. Louis Health Department is hiring two Public Health Nurse II professionals and one Public Health Program Representative to enhance community health services.

The body of Latoya Smith, a missing 42-year-old, was found by St. Louis Police leading to a homicide investigation.

The Missouri DED awarded $16.7 million to 43 local projects for community development and public safety, including street repairs and facility construction.

St. Louis sees a rise in flu cases; health officials recommend vaccination, available at local pharmacies and FQHCs, to prevent severe illness and spread.

Governor Mike Kehoe of Missouri announced the appointments of Scott Ream to the State Board of Optometry and Christopher Schappe to the Board of Probation and Parole.

St. Charles County plans to expand Highway N in preparation for housing development growth, with construction starting in 2027. The project will be done in phases and aims to improve access and manage increased traffic.

St. Louis has launched a job initiative for youths 15-24 with a focus on job training and personal growth, targeting nonprofits to curate employment pathways to prevent violence.

MoDOT is closing Route HH in Phelps County for core drilling as part of Spring Creek Bridge improvements from January 19, 2026, for two weeks, affecting weekday traffic.

Lt. Sarah McCarthy of SCCAD was honored in a procession after dying from a medical emergency. She served for 23 years and was remembered for her dedication.

MoDOT will close the ramp from Route A to westbound I-70 at Exit 155 for shoulder improvements on Jan. 8 and 9 from 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., weather permitting.

The Senior Tax Relief program in St. Charles County provided $5 million in savings to enrolled homeowners last year, benefiting senior residents though impacting local service budgets.

St. Charles County residents are receiving personal property assessment notices for items like vehicles and farm equipment, with a March 1 deadline to confirm accuracy and avoid penalties.