Wednesday marks nine years since the fatal shooting of Michael Brown Jr. in Ferguson. City leaders, family members, and community activists gathered that evening to reflect not only on what changes have been made over the years but also to make a change in the community.
Downtown safety was front and center at a meeting with Alderwoman Cara Spencer and Alderman Rasheen Aldridge. Residents say some of the items they want to see the aldermanic board address include teen violence and 911 dispatching issues.
Gun owners can pick up a free gun lock at St. Louis City Fire Department engine houses, St. Louis public library locations, and select county library locations.
The latest water main break in the city of St. Louis is having a significant impact on a south city neighborhood Thursday morning. Some are without water, and a stretch of a major street is closed.