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.

The St. Charles County Police Department is set to celebrate its 10-year anniversary with a ceremony on January 3, featuring speakers like Governor-elect Mike Kehoe.

St. Louis police seek public help to identify a suspect in an armed robbery at 'Get Plugged', a convenience store on Cherokee Street, involving a man in his twenties.

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

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.

Missouri and Illinois enact new laws for 2025 on minimum wage increases, paid sick leave, phone use while driving, and criminal record expungement. Illinois also introduces salary transparency and insurance reforms.

The St. Louis Blues defeated the Nashville Predators 7-4, with Robert Thomas scoring twice and Joel Hofer making 26 saves. Despite efforts from Predators players, St. Louis' offense proved too strong.