In the news: Edwardsville rescinds cease and desist order for church warming center, Rabbi with trans kid speaks on new raft of anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, Hazelwood residents wanted answers from EPA, St. Louis city goes after illegal boarding house scheme

The top local news with Michael Calhoun and the KMOX news team.

We have an update on the First Baptist Church of Edwardsville that faced fines and a cease and desist order. St. Louis Director of Public Utilities Curt Skouby updates us on water main breaks. The Shell station on Tucker Boulevard in downtown St. Louis is likely to shut down after a recent judgement. The Bohannon murder trial is delayed. Where Missouri's immigrant population is growing may surprise you.

Plus, an in-depth report: Even after a meeting with the EPA, Hazelwood residents are upset they aren't getting the answers about radioactive waste they'd hoped for.

In the news: Dangerously cold weather, pipes burst at St. Louis County jail, Edwardsville church ordered to stop allowing homeless to stay warm, trial of accused murderer of Officer Bohannon to begin, ice pigging done in Festus

The top local news with Michael Calhoun and the KMOX news team.

Stories include: One person is unaccounted for following a fire in a four family flat in North St. Louis. The St. Louis County Jail had a pipe burst on the top floor. Lost power meant no heat over the weekend. Signs that indicate domestic violence now include animal abuse. As the Cardinals continue to build their roster this offseason, where does their focus lie, free agency or the trade market? The average gas price remains unchanged in St. Louis. 

Plus, Michael talks with Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul about several issues, including the cold weather utility shut-off rule, NCAA transfer rules, and social media.

The top local news with Michael Calhoun and the KMOX news team.

Road crews continue salting main arteries in anticipation of snow. Can St. Louis City Hall regulate the use of drones without violating the first amendment? It's back to the design phase for one overpass damaged during rehab work on I-55. A.B. InBev is the first beer company accepted by the International Olympic Committee.

Plus, Michael talks with St. Louis County Prosecutor Wesley Bell about a case with new DNA evidence.

In the news: winter storm with sub-zero weather on the way, drone company says it won't surveil Gravois Heights because of threats, AI voice scams, MLK Day events this weekend, Winterfest attendance way up

The top local news with Michael Calhoun and the KMOX news team.

Ready for a bitter blast of winter? We're here to get you ready, starting with KMOX meteorologist Dave Murray. The Missouri State Highway Patrol is anticipating more crashes this weekend. Drones have been flying above Gravois Park. The jail oversight board will get to conduct its first investigation into the jail this month. Cannabis sales hit another high in Illinois.

Plus, Michael talks with Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul about AI-generated fake voices now being used for phone scams.

In the news: St. Louis County Executive Sam Page unveils personal property tax hike proposal and new county logo, Democratic response to state panel wanting elimination of earnings tax, police chief on officer accidents, group says homeless numbers about same, bringing back sense of smell post-COVID

The top local news with Michael Calhoun and the KMOX news team.

Clayco CEO Bob Clark has concerns with the Clayton School District's plan to buy the Caleres headquarters property. The St. Louis County Executive makes his case to get revenues up. Also today, a new logo for St. Louis County government was unveiled. There was speculation Ann Wagner might not run for re-election after Congressman Blaine Luketemeyer announced his retirement. Meta vows to restrict content teens can see on Facebook and Instagram... but consumer advocates say it's time for the government to step in.

Plus, State Rep Steve Butz with KMOX's Sean Malone on what happens if the St. Louis City earnings tax goes away.

In the news: Clayton school district may not buy Caleres HQ after blowback, cease and desist order won't stop drone operator in south city, update on cop crash into bar, more gun debate in Jeff City, downtown hotel deal not dead yet says alderman