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City of St. Louis Outlines Preparations for Possible Winter Storm
City of St. Louis joins the NWS to urge residents to take precautions and preventive measures during and after the storm.
Press release | Homeless Services,Street Division,City Emergency Management Agency,Department of Health,Office of the Mayor | 01/24/2023 -
Mayor Tishaura O. Jones Signs Bill to Establish Missouri’s First Guaranteed Basic Income Pilot, Expand Health Care Access, and Create Opportunities for Youth
Jones announced today the signing of the Working Families Bill (BB116) to support St. Louisans, recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Office of Violence Prevention,Board of Aldermen | 12/28/2022 -
City of St. Louis Winter Storm Response Update
An update from City departments on our ongoing winter weather response.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,City Emergency Management Agency,Street Division,Homeless Services | 12/23/2022 -
City of St. Louis Outlines Preparations for Possible Winter Storm, Recommends Residents Plan Ahead, Take Precautions if Traveling
The National Weather Service (NWS) declares a Winter Storm Watch and Wind Chill Watch for our region beginning Thursday, December 22.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,City Emergency Management Agency,Street Division,Environmental Health Services,Homeless Services | 12/21/2022 -
Mayor Tishaura O. Jones Announces Chief Robert Tracy as the City of St. Louis’ Next Chief of Police
Jones announced the appointment of former Wilmington, Delaware Chief of Police Robert Tracy to head the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department.
Press release | Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department,Office of the Mayor | 12/14/2022 -
City of St. Louis Releases List of Police Chief Finalists Ahead of Tuesday Town Hall
The City has expanded this town hall to include four candidates to offer the public a more robust opportunity to hear from top voices.
Press release | Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department,Office of the Mayor | 12/05/2022 -
Recovery Update St. Louis-Area Flooding
If you’ve applied for FEMA assistance prior to the Nov. 7 deadline, you should keep in touch with FEMA if your situation has changed.
News/Announcement | City Emergency Management Agency | 11/22/2022 -
City of St. Louis to Hold Public Town Hall with Police Chief Finalists on Tuesday, December 6
The town hall will take place at 6:00pm at Vashon High School. The City expects to announce a decision on a final hire by the end of the year.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department | 11/22/2022 -
FEMA Individual Assistance for Missouri Flooding Application Deadline is November 7
People directly affected by the July 25-28 severe storms and flooding have just one day left to apply for FEMA disaster assistance.
News/Announcement | City Emergency Management Agency | 11/07/2022 -
One Week Left for Missourians to Apply for FEMA Individual Assistance
City, County and St. Charles County residents have just one week left to apply for FEMA disaster assistance before the Nov. 7 deadline.
Press release | City Emergency Management Agency | 11/01/2022 -
Department of Health and Office of Violence Prevention Offer Mental Health Resources
Resources and organizations prepared to assist anyone with mental health needs.
Press release | Behavioral Health Bureau,Office of the Mayor,Office of Violence Prevention | 10/27/2022 -
FEMA Experts Offer Free Advice at Local Stores to Help you Rebuild Safer and Stronger
You can speak directly with FEMA specialists at local home improvement stores.
Press release | City Emergency Management Agency | 10/14/2022 -
Downtown Engagement and Public Safety Initiative Lifts Up Year of Effective Collaboration as Peabody Recommits to Downtown St. Louis
The news comes as DEPSI lifts up more than a year of collaborative work to make Downtown neighborhoods safer and more vibrant.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Department of Public Safety | 10/11/2022 -
FEMA Opens New Disaster Resource Center in South City Ahead of November 7 Relief Application Deadline
Center opening to provide one-on-one assistance to people directly affected by the July 25-28 flooding and severe storms.
Press release | City Emergency Management Agency | 09/15/2022 -
Disaster Recovery Center Opening in O’Fallon, Missouri (Closed September 14)
Center opened September 1-14 to provide one-on-one assistance to people directly affected by the July 25-28 flooding and severe storms.
Press release | City Emergency Management Agency | 09/01/2022 -
National Emergency Preparedness Month 2022
September is Emergency Preparedness Month. The 2022 theme is A Lasting Legacy. Preparing for disasters is protecting everyone you love.
News/Announcement | City Emergency Management Agency | 08/26/2022 -
REALTORS® Provide $500,000 in Relief After Historic Floods
Missouri, St. Louis and St. Charles REALTORS® make $500,000 in Disaster Relief available to Missouri Residents impacted by the July 2022 flooding.
Press release | City Emergency Management Agency | 08/24/2022 -
Disaster Recovery Center to Open in St. Charles County
The center will provide one-on-one assistance to people directly affected by the July 25—28 flooding and severe storms.
Press release | City Emergency Management Agency,Department of Health,Office of the Mayor | 08/19/2022 -
Disaster Recovery Center Opens in St. Louis City to Assist Flood Survivors
The center will provide one-on-one assistance to people directly affected by the July 25—28 flooding and severe storms.
Press release | City Emergency Management Agency,Department of Health,Office of the Mayor | 08/17/2022 -
Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Hazelwood to Assist Flood Survivors
The center will provide one-on-one assistance to people directly affected by the July 25—28 flooding and severe storms.
Press release | City Emergency Management Agency,Department of Health,Office of the Mayor | 08/15/2022 -
White House Grants St. Louis Area Federal Disaster Declaration Following Late July Flooding and Storms
State MARC locations remain open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at Friendly Temple Church
Press release | Department of Health,Office of the Mayor,City Emergency Management Agency | 08/08/2022 -
State of Missouri Requests Federal Disaster Declaration for City of St. Louis
Flood Survivors to Visit Two-Day Resource Center
Press release | Department of Health,City Emergency Management Agency,Office of the Mayor | 08/04/2022 -
Multi-Agency Resource Center for Flood Survivors Announced for City of St. Louis
MARCs provide trained experts in areas like housing, insurance, food stamp replacement, and mental health counseling.
Press release | City Emergency Management Agency,Office of the Mayor,Department of Health | 08/03/2022 -
Mayor Tishaura O. Jones Creates Division of Civilian Oversight to Strengthen Accountability, Improve Trust Between Police and Community
The bill strengthens existing oversight provisions, and the Division will investigate police misconduct and initiate the disciplinary process.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Civilian Oversight Board,Civilian Oversight | 08/03/2022 -
City of St. Louis Provides Update on How to Support Flood Victim Recovery Efforts
Mayor Jones joined CEMA Commissioner Sarah Russell and Alderwoman Pam Boyd (27) at St. Louis’ fourth resource center in Walnut Park
Press release | City Emergency Management Agency,Office of the Mayor,Department of Health | 07/31/2022 -
City of St. Louis Continues to Add Additional Support and Resources to Community Following Recent Floods
Community outreach and support to flood victims by agencies and partners continues to expand in response to this past week’s storms.
Press release | City Emergency Management Agency,Office of the Mayor,Department of Health | 07/31/2022 -
City of St. Louis Deploying Mobile Command Centers in Hard-Hit Neighborhoods, Emergency Resources for Residents Impacted by July Flooding
The City has set up Mobile Command Centers in hard-hit neighborhoods like Ellendale and Kingsway West to connect impacted residents with resources.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Department of Public Safety,Department of Health,City Emergency Management Agency | 07/29/2022 -
Mayor Tishaura O. Jones To Sign Bill to Improve Public Safety, Creating Office of Violence Prevention and Dedicating Nearly $14 Million to Community, Youth Programming
The Office of Violence Prevention will help coordinate resources across city departments
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Office of Violence Prevention | 07/28/2022 -
Mayor Tishaura O. Jones Declares State of Emergency in St. Louis City Following Record Rainfall, Flooding
The disaster declaration will enable the State of Missouri, if granted, to request federal support to bring relief to residents and small businesses
Press release | Office of the Mayor,City Emergency Management Agency | 07/26/2022 -
St. Louis Opens Registrations for City’s National Night Out in October
St. Louis’ National Night Out will be held on Tuesday, October 4, 2022, from 6pm to 9pm.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Neighborhood Stabilization Team,Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department | 07/05/2022 -
Ahead of 4th of July, City of St. Louis Reminds Residents of Dangers of Illegal Fireworks Use
Firefighters, veterans urge residents to stay safe and leave fireworks to the professionals
Press release | City Emergency Management Agency,Office of the Mayor,Fire Department,Department of Health | 06/27/2022 -
Mayor Tishaura O. Jones Signs Executive Order Prohibiting Use of No-Knock Warrants by Police in City of St. Louis
The order prevents law enforcement from entering an individual’s property without notification
News/Announcement | Office of the Mayor,Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department | 06/14/2022 -
City of St. Louis Outlines Violence Prevention Efforts, Summer Fun STL Youth Programming Locations Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend
In addition to concentrated patrols by the Police Department, the City of St. Louis is working to expand youth programming efforts across the city.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department | 05/26/2022 -
City of St. Louis Urges Residents to Utilize “Lock It For Love” Gun Lock Program at St. Louis Fire Engine Houses, Select Public Library Branches, Area SLMPD Stations
Following the tragic shootings of multiple children in the past week, City leaders are urging residents to utilize the city’s free gun lock program.
Press release | Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department,Fire Department,Office of the Mayor | 03/30/2022 -
Mayor Tishaura O. Jones Signs Bill Making St. Louis More Competitive in Police Officer Retention While Protecting City Tax Dollars
Board Bill 195 requires police officers who leave SLMPD within four years of completing their training to compensate the city for said training.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department,Board of Aldermen | 03/24/2022 -
Mayor Tishaura O. Jones, World Wide Technology Host Black Mayors from Across the US for Tech Summit in St. Louis
Jones and WWT Founder Dave Steward welcomed fellow Black mayors for a summit focused on tech solutions to the issues faced in every city.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Department of Public Safety | 03/10/2022 -
2022 Missouri Severe Weather Preparedness Week
Will be observed the week of March 7 - 11, 2022
Newsgram | City Emergency Management Agency | 03/07/2022 -
Mayor Tishaura O. Jones, World Wide Technology to Host Black Mayors from Across the US for Tech Summit in St. Louis
Interim Public Safety Director Dr. Dan Isom will also present to participants an overview of public safety strategies in St. Louis.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Department of Public Safety | 03/07/2022 -
SLMPD Salutes those who have paved the way
Black History Month 2022
Newsgram | Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department | 02/28/2022 -
When Gospel Great Mahalia Jackson Visited MSI
Black History Month Remembrance
Newsgram | Corrections Division | 02/28/2022 -
Mayor Tishaura O. Jones Joins Everytown for Gun Safety to Commemorate Black History Month as City Moves Community Violence Intervention (CVI) Program Expansion
The Black History Month video emphasizes how St. Louis bucked national crime trends, witnessing a 25 percent reduction in homicides.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Office of Violence Prevention | 02/28/2022 -
City of St. Louis Urges Caution, Education, and Treatment Around Opioid Addiction and Overdoses
The City urges residents to educate themselves about the signs of opioid overdose, and reach out for support for addiction if necessary.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Department of Health,Fire Department,Department of Public Safety | 02/08/2022
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