St. Louis County Executive Sam Page appeals a court ruling that gives Missouri Governor Parson the power to appoint the county's top prosecutor, challenging the designation of the prosecuting attorney as a state officer.

The Missouri Department of Natural Resources awarded a $30,000 grant to Lincoln County for a water system engineering report to ensure quality drinking water.

Creve Coeur city offices will be closed on January 1, 2025, for New Year's Day. Trash collection will be delayed for Thursday and Friday routes. Regular services resume after the holiday.

Missouri Governor-Elect Kehoe has named Major Michael A. Turner as the new Superintendent of the Highway Patrol, succeeding Colonel Olson upon retirement. Turner, awaiting Senate confirmation, is set to start in February 2025.

Prosecutor Wesley Bell has refiled a petition to remove Councilman Dennis Hancock after investigating the alleged nepotism of Hancock's hiring of his stepdaughter. Charges are also raised against council clerk Diann Valenti for falsifying records.

St. Louis encourages residents to recycle Christmas trees for mulching and fish habitats; decorations must be removed. Various drop-off spots are provided until Jan. 19.

Ferguson City Hall provides a dumpster for residents to dispose of extra holiday trash, urging courteous use and prohibiting overfilling or leaving items beside it.

The Missouri Department of Natural Resources awards $4.8 million to Rocky Mount Sewer District to improve wastewater infrastructure, benefitting homes and condos with a cost-saving package from the Clean Water State Revolving Fund.

The Missouri Department of Natural Resources awarded Springfield a $10 million grant to revitalize its stormwater system, which will improve the Jordan Creek area and reduce downtown flooding.

The Missouri Department of Economic Development highlights the economic achievements during Governor Mike Parson's tenure, including job creation, investments, and community development.

Jefferson City residents can discuss flooding issues at a public meeting on January 8, 2025, with federal and state officials regarding the Lower Missouri Jefferson City spin-off study draft report.

Moberly receives a $62,500 grant from the Missouri Department of Natural Resources to plan a new sewer connection in the Orton Lane area, aiming to improve infrastructure and comply with regulations.

A Missouri judge ruled that Governor Parson has the authority to appoint the St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney, a decision favored by the state over local preferences.