Featured News
Dr. John A. Wright, educator and historian, dies at 87
Dr. John A. Wright spent a lifetime making sure Black St. Louis history would not be forgotten. He died Monday,…
Sports
Lift for Life girls basketball trio announce college commitments
It was a special day at Lift for Life Academy on Tuesday as three members of the Hawks’ girls…
Local News
Nine St. Louis public schools to close
The St. Louis Public Schools Board of Education will permanently close nine schools beginning in fall 2027, approving a major part of the district’s Future Ready plan despite opposition from parents and educators. The 4-3 vote…
Photo Albums
This Week’s Photos: November 12th, 2026
This week’s photo gallery connects music, faith and the future of Black Studies. Jodeci opens its Forever My Lady anniversary tour at Stifel Theatre, celebrating 35 years since the group’s debut album. Congregants gather for worship…
Arts & Entertainment
Tone Bell brings St. Louis roots to Flyover Comedy Festival
Before Tone Bell became a Netflix star, sitcom regular and one of the headliners of the 9th Annual Flyover Comedy Festival, he was a kid from Georgia spending his summers with family on St. Louis’ North…
Religion
‘A sustaining faith’
On Sunday, Nov. 15, a ceremony commemorating the 180th anniversary of First Baptist Church of…
COGIC’s return brings praise, passion to St. Louis
A sea of black and white poured into America’s Center earlier this week. Yes, there…
COGIC’s Christmas in November brings hope to St. Louis families ahead of 118th Holy Convocation
The line stretched nearly three blocks outside the Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis headquarters…
Bishop Barber rallies voters ahead of midterms
With the Nov. 3 midterm elections approaching, Bishop William J. Barber II and Repairers of…
Midwest BankCentre – The Next Move
Videos
Video: Jodeci opens ‘Forever My Lady’ tour in St. Louis
▶ Jodeci performs at Stifel Theatre in St. Louis. Video by Kenya Vaughn | The St. Louis American Jodeci chose St. Louis to open its “Forever My Lady” anniversary tour, and the crowd at Stifel Theatre…
Video: 2026 Salute to Excellence in Education Gala Recap
This special video recap revisits the inspiring moments, remarkable individuals, and spirit…
Video: Christmas in November brings St. Louis families together
▶ Families gather for Christmas in November at the Urban League Regional…
Video: Rakim brings a hip-hop masterclass to City Winery
▶ Rakim performs at City Winery St. Louis. Click the image to…
Tamiko Armstead | 2026 Lifetime Achiever in Education
Tamiko Armstead, president and CEO of Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School,…
Your Health Matters
WashU researchers aim to prevent recurring infections
Nearly $11 million grant supports study of gut bacteria St. Louis American staff Antibiotics can treat an infection while also wiping out helpful gut bacteria, allowing harmful bacteria to multiply. Researchers at Washington University School of…
JPMorganChase – Advancing Black Pathways
Don’t let scammers crash back-to-school season
Today’s students and young adults are true digital natives, having grown up online, learning to navigate digital spaces as a…
Business
Arnold Adams promoted at Affinia Healthcare
Arnold Adams has been promoted to outreach services manager at Affinia Healthcare, where he previously served three years as lead health outreach specialist. In his new position, Adams will oversee outreach efforts across Affinia’s six local…
Obituaries
Columnists / Opinion
Public health deserves stronger county support
The obvious winners in the historic 2026 midterm elections were the Democratic Party and a…
Midterms are over, now real work begins
Voters have sent resounding messages to Missouri and national elected officials about what they do…
Black women are under attack. Here’s a blueprint to fight back.
The world has zero love, affection or appreciation for Black women. This is true broadly,…
The time to pass Prop B is now
An estimated 20,000 families are navigating this city’s child care crisis, while 6,000 children live…
