On Tuesday, April 8, Missouri voters will head to the polls to vote for local leadership and key ballot measures. One of the most closely watched races is the St. Louis mayoral race, in which incumbent Mayor Tishaura Jones is in a runoff with Alderwoman Cara Spencer. Tef Poe, a Field Organizer for Tenants Transforming Greater St. Louis and Founder of Crow Life Records, joins us now to discuss this race.
​As of April 7, 2025, there is no publicly available information indicating any alarming or controversial actions related to the St. Louis mayoral election that should cause concern.​
The most recent development in the St. Louis mayoral race is the upcoming runoff election scheduled for April 8, 2025, between incumbent Mayor Tishaura Jones and Alderwoman Cara Spencer. This follows the primary election held on March 4, 2025, where both candidates advanced to the runoff. ​St. Louis Magazine+2The Business Journals+2STLPR+2STLPR
In a related matter, Missouri lawmakers have approved a bill that would transfer control of the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department from city officials to a state-appointed board. The proposed board would consist of four city residents appointed by the governor, with the city’s mayor also serving as a member. This move has been met with mixed reactions; proponents argue it’s necessary for restoring order, while critics, including Mayor Tishaura Jones, view it as a racially motivated power grab. ​St. Louis Magazine+3AP News+3STLPR+3
It’s important to note that this legislative development is separate from the mayoral election process. At this time, there is no evidence to suggest any actions within the election itself that should cause alarm.​
Recent Developments in St. Louis Governance
St. Louis could lose control of its police to a state-appointed board under Missouri bill