Missouri's new hands-free law begins enforcement, issuing fines for phone use while driving, named after families affected by distracted driving tragedies.

St. Louis city leaders are urging residents to avoid celebratory gunfire on New Year's Eve and emphasizing the risks and legal consequences under Blair’s Law.

The NWS forecasts a cold, windy start to the New Year in St. Louis with possible rain and snow flurries, and advises dressing warmly due to low temperatures.

Emergency repairs on I-229 southbound bridge in Buchanan County begin, with a lane closure. MoDOT expects work to finish by Jan 2, weather permitting.

A pedestrian was killed in Affton after being hit by two cars; police are investigating the incident which occurred on Gravois Road. Both drivers cooperated with the investigation.

Police are looking for a woman involved in an assault at an O'Reilly's Auto Parts store in St. Louis, following a dispute over the store's closing time.

A 59-year-old man was stabbed to death in the Patch neighborhood; a 55-year-old man was arrested, charges are pending, and the investigation is ongoing.

The LA Rams are appealing a court decision to move a case regarding the purchase of their old practice facility into private arbitration. The team argues the lease agreement calls for arbitration instead of court litigation.

A woman was shot and killed near the Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis, marking the city's 148th homicide of the year. Police investigation is ongoing with no suspects or arrests reported.

The Ferguson community supports the family of Ashley Hogan, who died on Christmas Eve after her car was struck by a train, by organizing a donation drive.

A man was robbed of his car keys at gunpoint on Chippewa St. after expecting to meet a woman he spoke to online. Police are investigating and urge witnesses to contact CrimeStoppers.

A man was carjacked in Hamilton Heights after trying to meet someone from a dating site. The incident, detailed on the SLMPD website, involved an armed suspect who stole his vehicle and possessions.

An 18-year-old was shot in Hyde Park, St. Louis, and is now stable. The victim initially thought he was grazed by the bullet and delayed treatment. Police are investigating and seeking tips, offering a reward for information leading to an arrest.