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Everything but Debussy is new in St. Louis Symphony Orchestra’s second program
Talk about new. In the second program of the new season, the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra introduced a new guest conductor,…
Photo Albums
This Week’s Photos: October 1st, 2026
This week’s photo gallery highlights soccer and community at the Mathews-Dickey Club, where children, volunteers and organizers gathered for a free skills camp hosted by Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis, Soccer Forward and…
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Local News
Illinois man charged in fire hydrant thefts that put St. Louis neighborhoods at risk
An Illinois man faces eight felony charges after authorities say he stole brass components from St. Louis fire hydrants, leaving firefighters unable to attach hoses and putting residents’ safety at risk. Harry Glenn Farmer, 64, of…
24th Annual Mary Meachum Freedom Crossing Celebration will honor Black history with Underground Railroad re-enactment
The free immersive performance will be on Saturday, Oct. 10th, 2026, on the Downtown Riverfront beneath the Gateway Arch from 2-4 p.m.
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Video: Dancing and good times at Urban Sprouts’ Gala En Blanc
Dancing, celebration and a crowd dressed in white: Take a quick look at the good times at Urban Sprouts’ 2026 Gala En Blanc at World Wide Technology Raceway. Video by Lawrence Bryant | The St. Louis…
VIDEO: Frizz Fest celebrates Black hair, Black joy and community
The 9th Annual Frizz Fest brought Black hair, Black joy and Black…
Video: Northside Trap Run brings hip-hop and community spirit to MLK Drive
The Northside Trap Run brought families, runners and DJs together on MLK…
Video: DMC and DJ Charlie Chan rock the stage
DMC and St. Louis’ own DJ Charlie Chan perform during The adidas…
Video: Lionel Richie has The Muny singing “Hello” during season finale concert
Watch the video on Instagram: Lionel Richie opens The Muny’s season finale…
Arts & Entertainment
Von Scales, St. Louis native and husband of Trina Braxton, dies at 58
Von Scales — a St. Louis son whose life stretched well beyond the reality‑TV spotlight — died Thursday morning in Atlanta. He was 58. His death was confirmed in a statement from Trina Braxton’s publicist, David…
St. Louis natives help lead Netflix’s ‘A Different World’
Religion
‘Wake Up Running’ calls faith communities to action
“I hope you’ll wake up running, because the moment I’m addressing is urgent.” That is…
The King’s House to host UNIFY community event
The King’s House, a nondenominational church in St. Louis, will host its annual UNIFY community…
Remembering Sarah beyond 9/11
On Sept. 11, 2001, Sarah Miller Clark, a Washington, D.C., middle school teacher, left for…
Black churches help Gary weather a prolonged blackout
When a powerful storm swept through Gary, Indiana, last month, downing trees and snapping power…
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Your Health Matters
Black patients face barriers to clinical trials
Black Americans remain underrepresented in clinical trials for new drugs and medical treatments, and a panel at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Annual Legislative Conference on Friday explored how to change that. The session, “Let’s Talk…
Sports
Michael Harris II is my 2026 Black MLB MVP
Michael Harris II is my 2026 Black MLB MVP With postseason baseball now underway, it is evident who earned…
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Financial Wellness is a Practice: Community Manager Nakischa Joseph in St. Louis Shares How to Build a Routine that Lasts
When it comes to personal finance, most of us think about goals—saving for a home, paying off debt, or launching…
Business
Williams named Franchisee of the Year
James E. “Jimmy” Williams Jr., president and CEO of Estel Foods Inc., has been named a 2026 Franchisee of the Year by the International Franchise Association. Williams’ company owns and operates McDonald’s franchises in Illinois and…
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Columnists / Opinion
Black women push party change
Black women have been the backbone of the Democratic Party for decades. We have saved…
The selling of Amendment 3
The politics of deception are looming large in November’s election. Will voters again, as they…
We must be AI fluent — or be left behind
We are at the forefront of a fundamental shift in access and opportunity. When new…
AFL-CIO backs Amendment 6
The Missouri AFL-CIO has endorsed Amendment 6, a citizen-led measure on the Nov. 3 ballot…
