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Breaking the school-to-prison cycle of kids with disabilities
MLBC salutes MLK in Capitol Rotunda
State Sen. Barbara Anne Washington, D-Kansas City, cited why the state’s 102nd General Assembly in Jefferson City is historic during the Missouri Legislative Black Caucus annual celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in the Capitol Rotunda on Jan. 11,…
Dr. King’s quest for economic justice continues
On January 16, the nation will mark its 37th national holiday honoring the life of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (1929-1968). Across the country observances will chronicle how one man’s efforts pricked the moral conscience of the nation in…
Dr. King stands tall in Fountain Park during annual Commencement Program
A cold morning could not chill the warmth spread at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commencement Program and Peace March in Fountain Park on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2023.
A community communicator
Laurna Godwin, owner, co-founder, and president of Vector Communications Corporation exemplifies Black excellence and professionalism.
Dr. Martin Luther King valued importance of volunteerism, community service
Two months before his assassination in Memphis, Tennessee, Dr. Martin Luther King said on Feb. 4, 1968, “Everybody can be great... because anybody can serve.”
De’Shawn Charles Winslow to discuss award-winning novel 'Decent People'
The St. Louis County Library Foundation will host award-winning fiction author De’Shawn Charles Winslow at the Natural Bridge branch at 7 p.m. Tuesday Jan. 17, 2023. The Black History Celebration event is presented in partnership with December Magazine.
Robert J. Tracy sworn in as St. Louis police chief
St. Louis Metropolitan Police Chief Robert J. Tracy is now on the beat.
Affinia Healthcare names new president and CEO
Kendra Holmes wasn’t trying to be rude or dismissive.
Judge Mason still mulling Lamar Johnson case
St. Louis Judge David Mason is still reviewing Lamar Johnson’s wrongful conviction case and working toward a decision on whether or not to set aside his 1995 murder conviction, a court spokesman told The Missouri Independent.
Mizzou rejects punishment for student’s racist post
The University of Missouri – Columbia will not punish a student who recently posted a racist rant on social media.
Sybrina Fulton continues fight for justice in Trayvon Martin’s name
Sybrina Fulton describes herself as an “average mom” when her life was changed.
‘Put on your marching shoes’
Of the countless events, activities and commemorations that were paused due to the pandemic, the annual statewide celebration that kicks off the celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was not one of them.
Recreational cannabis is now legal in Missouri
With the passing of Amendment 3 in November, parents in Missouri now have a new conversation to navigate: Adult cannabis (marijuana) use.
World Wide Technology to hire hundreds Saturday at Edwardsville Job Fair
World Wide Technology (WWT), one of the region’s fastest growing technology companies, will be hiring hundreds at an upcoming job fair at its North American Integration Center located in Edwardsville, Illinois.
'My First Rodeo' rounds up families for celebration
A child turning one year old is important for any parent, but it is especially gratifying for parents of African American children.
SLPS teaching state a lesson by increasing teacher pay
Last May, St. Louis Public Schools and its teachers’ union, American Federation of Teachers Local 420, partnered to approve a significant pay raise for teachers and staff members.
Orvin Kimbrough prides himself on being ‘a thinker and a doer’
The beginning of Orvin Kimbrough’s pathway to success was far from smooth.