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A handgun superimposed over vibrant celebratory fireworks in the night sky, symbolizing public safety concerns in St. Louis.

This Week Now in St. Louis and Missouri: Challenges, Contracts, and Celebratory Gunfire Goes Awry

by David BeckfordJanuary 2, 2026January 2, 2026

St. Louis begins 2026 with public safety concerns, missed education audit deadlines, and healthcare contract negotiations, reflecting key city challenges.