MoDOT invites Missouri students to apply for the Youth Transportation Conference at Lincoln University from July 6-10, emphasizing STEM and practical experience in the transportation sector.

St. Louis provides over 450 emergency shelter beds amid cold weather, offering respite for the homeless with walk-up shelters and transportation services available.

An appeals court found Missouri's ballot summary mischaracterized a petition's effect on special-education services and ordered clearer language. The ruling tightens wording ahead of 2026 petitions.

Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway sued the Census Bureau, seeking to exclude undocumented immigrants from apportionment and to redo the 2020 census.

Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe appointed six individuals to key state boards and commissions, including placements on the Truman State University Board of Governors.

The Webster Groves Police Department has introduced a drone unit with FAA-certified officers, led by Officer Gary Bourne, to enhance public safety and event monitoring, despite some privacy concerns.

St. Louis postponed its new employee compensation strategy to 2026 due to financial challenges from police pay raises affecting pension costs and other public service workers' pay.

Celeste Karam, an eighth grader, won the "I Voted" sticker contest in St. Charles County with her patriotic design featuring an eagle and an American flag.

The Saint Louis County Planning Department received multiple awards for its STLCO 2050 Comprehensive Plan, aimed at building a sustainable and equitable community.

Missouri's Department of Natural Resources offers grants up to $25,000 for community water systems to develop or enhance Source Water Protection Plans.

Elizabeth Oker was convicted of Medicaid fraud for billing services not provided, leading to a sentence including repayment and a civil penalty totaling $9,254.30.

The Justice Department launched an online RECA portal Thursday, letting St. Louis‑area residents file radiation‑exposure claims and upload supporting documents electronically. Local groups are lining up to help.

Chesterfield, MO, seeks nominations for the 2025 "Citizen of the Year" to honor local unsung heroes for their community impact. Nominations are submitted online.