The Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics began 30 years ago in Kansas as a vision of Chief Richard LaMunyon, who wanted to give his officers an opportunity to participate in something positive.  Now the Law Enforcement Torch Run is held in 50 states and 46 countries around the world.

The Missouri Police Chiefs Association is the founding law enforcement organization for Missouri's Torch Run for Special Olympics.  What began in 1986 as a 30-mile run is now a four day relay covering more than 950 miles with 1,000 runners.  It originates in more than 40 locations and culminates at the site of the State Summer Games.  2012 represents the 27th year that Missouri law enforcement officers have supported Special Olympics Missouri.

It's more than a run; the Torch Run is a campaign to raise awareness and funds for Special Olympics. One way law enforcement agencies raise awareness and money is by selling Torch Run shirts. 

A Foristell man is charged with stealing an SUV April 28 in Wentzville.

The Missouri Department of Transportation is pleased to join the National Center for Safe Routes to School and the League of American Bicyclists in the first-ever National Bike to School Day on May 9, 2012.

The inaugural National Bike to School Day is the first opportunity for communities across the country to join together to bicycle to school on the same day.

"Events such as this help children and adults discover how easy and safe it is to use local bicycle and pedestrian resources,” said Jeff Cremer, MoDOT Safe Routes to School Coordinator. “A bit of exercise before and after school can also help promote physical fitness.”