University City's garbage pickup schedule is delayed by one day due to weather, with the city prioritizing safety. Residents are asked to follow the new schedule for the week.

St. Louis Municipal Division closed on January 6, 2025, due to severe weather, with cases rescheduled for February 10. Normal operations to resume the following day.

Governor Mike Parson appointed two new officials in Missouri: Charles T. Argana as Associate Circuit Judge and Kimberly Gibbs as Crawford County Clerk, both bringing valuable experience to their respective roles.

St. Charles County Prosecutor reports a decrease in serious crimes, crediting strong law enforcement and plans to introduce a Domestic Assault Treatment Court and revisit cold cases with DNA analysis.

Gabriel E. Gore has been sworn in as St. Louis' Circuit Attorney in a ceremony after being appointed by the governor and running unopposed in an election.

The Missouri Court of Appeals has ruled that Governor Parson can appoint the St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney, resolving a dispute with County Executive Page.

Alfred Montgomery was inaugurated as St. Louis City Sheriff, outlining plans for department modernization and pay raises for deputies, after winning against incumbent Vernon Betts.

Incumbents Matt Davis and Natalie Vowell are not seeking re-election to the Saint Louis Public Schools Board of Education, with Davis supporting Toni Cousins for the election.

Missouri awards a $3.9 million grant to St. Louis to upgrade its wastewater infrastructure and combat PFAS contamination, with completion expected by July 2026.

Missouri’s minimum wage will rise to $13.75 an hour in 2025, as per the Missouri Department of Labor, due to Proposition A passed by voters. This increase is part of a wage growth trend aiming for economic upliftment for workers.

Missouri law enforcement begins ticketing for using phones while driving, as part of the new Siddens Bening Hands-Free law aimed at reducing distracted driving incidents.

SLDC is proceeding with plans to revive St. Louis' historic Railway Exchange Building, despite not having a confirmed purchase price and facing high renovation costs and mortgage debt.

Mick Campbell is appointed as the interim Director of Missouri's Department of Commerce and Insurance, starting January 1st, succeeding retiring Chlora Lindley-Myers.