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This Week’s Photos: February 19th, 2026
This week’s photo gallery is packed with power, protest, celebration, and legacy — from demonstrators outside Planned Parenthood holding “Abort the Court” signs to marchers crossing the Martin Luther King Bridge calling for faith and justice…
American Travels: Costa Rica in Focus
In this latest American Travels journey, The St. Louis American captures the laid-back beauty, vibrant culture, and warm Pacific coast atmosphere of Costa Rica’s Guanacaste region — a welcome escape from winter’s chill in St. Louis.…
Local News
Circuit Attorney’s Citizens Academy accepting applications
Circuit Attorney Gabe Gore said increasing public understanding of his office could help strengthen its relationship with St. Louis residents. The Circuit Attorney’s Office is accepting applications for the spring session of its Citizens Academy through…
Videos
Tina Turner classic ‘The Best’ is sung by Brittany Howard and ensemble at SLSO in St. Louis
Special Guest Brittany Howard returned to the stage for an electric encore of the Tina Turner classic “The Best” during the finale of “Eternal: A tribute to Tina Turner”on Sunday evening. She sung with ensemble performers…
6 homes demolished in North St. Louis
Radioactive waste forces demolition of Florissant homes. Chair of the North County…
St. Louis vigil held for Minneapolis ICE shooting victim
A vigil was held in St. Louis on Friday, Jan. 9, for…
Arts & Entertainment
Uncle Luke for Congress
According to Local10.com, Miami hip‑hop legend Luther “Uncle Luke” Campbell says he plans to run for Congress in the 2026 Midterm Election. Campbell had previously hinted that he was eyeing Florida’s 20th Congressional District, the seat…
Religion
What Happened to the Black Church?
Among Black Americans, the question “What happened to the Black Church?” often spurs discussions about…
Holy Culture Radio produces a Joyful Noise on the radio
Many sensible adults are avoiding anything that smacks of news in this crazy age of…
Church disruptions are justified
Don Lemon, a high-profile media personality, was arrested on orders from U.S. Attorney Pam Bondi,…
Restoration brings new light to St. Alphonsus Rock Church
Clearer sunlight is greeting parishioners and visitors at St. Alphonsus Rock Church as restoration continues…
Midwest BankCentre – The Next Move
Your Health Matters
Why you should be aware of glaucoma, the ‘sneak thief of sight’
The early part of the year brings not only cold weather, but also awareness for the “sneak thief of sight,” glaucoma. The devastation that the disease can bring is particularly challenging for African Americans, who, along…
Sports
East St. Louis Flyers set for postseason run
The East St. Louis Flyers head into this week’s basketball playoffs with high aspirations after another terrific regular season.…
Earl’s 30 in 30
Earl Austin Jr. is celebrating his 30th year as the sports editor at the St. Louis American. To commemorate the occasion, Earl has put together a list of 30 of the top high school games that he’s witnessed during those 30 years.
JPMorganChase – Advancing Black Pathways
AI Revolution: Disruption Today, Growth Tomorrow for St. Louis’ Workforce
AI is not just a buzzword. It is a force already reshaping the city’s economic landscape. Much of the national conversation has centered on job disruption, and it is a valid concern. Earlier…
Business
Board of Aldermen split on data center growth
The St. Louis Board of Aldermen appears divided on data center development in the city, after rejecting an attempt to pause new development on the projects until zoning rules are completed. Ward 9 Alderman Michael Browning…
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Columnists / Opinion
NFL Half-Times will never be the same
After witnessing Bad Bunny’s long-awaited performance, I wondered who could top this? Maybe that’s not…
Black History Month: Remembering forward
The last time I wrote in this space was November of 2024. I wrote then…
History will remember who spoke and who hid
The arrest of Black journalists during live coverage of protests represents a deliberate escalation against…
Police behavior is the best case for local control
The St. Louis Police Department is taking a page from the growing police state created…
Unlock The Ballot
Our legal and electoral systems are complex—even the most informed among us may not know all the details. In response to readers’ election questions, The St. Louis American has launched the “Unlock the Ballot” initiative to demystify down-ballot propositions and races for judges and school board seats. Now more than ever, St. Louisans need to be informed about lesser-known candidates and issues that may not make headlines but deeply affect our lives and communities.