Featured News
SLU Black Studies department faces uncertain future
Five years after Saint Louis University elevated African American Studies to a full academic department, the university is reviewing its…
Sports
Lukas MacNaughton’s stoppage-time winner sends St. Louis CITY SC into playoffs as West’s No. 3 seed
Houston – For most of Saturday night, St. Louis CITY SC looked destined to leave Houston with a point…
Local News
Ameren urges veterans, active-duty military members to apply for utility bill assistance
As the nation pauses to recognize veterans this week, Ameren officials are reminding those who have served that help is available for households struggling to keep up with utility bills. Ameren’s Military Assistance Fund is accepting…
Photo Albums
This Week’s Photos: November 5th, 2026
This week’s photo gallery celebrates hometown talent, basketball and young minds. St. Louis native Julia Bullock joins the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra for a hometown appearance. The Saint Louis University Billikens open their season with a…
Arts & Entertainment
Denève premieres music by departed friend, SLSO rejuvenates Tchaikovsky
The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra opens this weekend’s program with the St. Louis premiere of a piece that deserves a place in the regular repertory wherever it is performed. To say Agnegram by Michael Tilson Thomas…
Religion
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…
COGIC returns with faith and service
Before tens of thousands of delegates arrive in St. Louis for worship and fellowship, the…
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
Aaron Elam promoted at Marschke Engineering
Aaron Elam has been promoted to project engineer at Marschke Engineering, which has offices in Edwardsville, Illinois, and Osage Beach, Missouri. Elam joined the firm as a project engineering intern. In his new position, he will…
Obituaries
Columnists / Opinion
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…
On Amendment 3: Lead without demanding agreement
Pastor, just tell me how to vote.” As Election Day approaches, many faith leaders hear…
How Republicans lost the map battle
You may know that the 2022 Missouri map will be used for the Nov. 3…
