stLouISTMayor Jones wants Hyundai, Kia to get in gear
St. Louis experienced more than 1,200 Hyundais 2015-2021 and Kias 2011-2021 stolen in July and Aug. 2022 alone according to the St. Louis Police Department.
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Bush, Dems demand national review of school safety
While the 2022 school year had begun, efforts to keep students safe while in school buildings should be intensified, says Congresswoman 1st Congressional District US. Rep. Cori Bush.
Megan Green pulls ahead in primary election for aldermanic president
Mayor Jones' Office makes history by establishing the first LGBTQIA + Advisory Board in St. Louis
Developer’s ambitious plan would bring marina, resort to north St. Louis riverfront
The St. Louis Port Authority last week passed a resolution that could bring a major Mississippi riverfront development to north St. Louis.
FOCUS St. Louis, United Way to address community challenges
FOCUS St. Louis and the United Way of Greater St. Louis will host the first of three community forums addressing area challenges on Wednesday, Sept. 21, from noon to 1:30 p.m. at The Sheldon Ballroom, 3648 Washington Blvd in Grand…
Future Leaders
Today, Sept. 10, 2022, Leaders of Tomorrow-St. Louis is hosting a kickoff to recruit new students into the leadership program.
Absentee Voting for St. Louis President of the Board Aldermen open to the public Saturday, Sept. 10
Ferguson Empowerment Summit set for Sept. 10
The Ferguson Neighborhood Empowerment Summit will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the Ferguson Community Center, 1050 Smith Avenue.
St. Louis named best U.S. city for new graduates to start a career
An analysis by insurance provider Insurify ranked cities in the U.S. by employment opportunity and affordability, as well as transit costs and livability. St. Louis was named #1. Here’s a look at the 10 best cities, along with their score,…
FEMA still offering flooding assistance
People impacted by the July 25-28 flooding and severe storms throughout St. Louis, St. Louis County and St. Charles County can still apply for FEMA disaster assistance. The deadline to file for assistance is Oct. 7, 2022.
Dr. Keshia Elder becomes nation’s first Black female Optometry School Dean at UMSL
Jessie B’s Academy brings unique style of education to Normandy
The Superpower of the ‘Squad’
William Lucy co-founded and pioneered the Coalition of Black Trade Unionists
Red Tail Cadet Class II flying high after graduation
The second group of Red Tail Cadets to graduate the program in 2022 recently celebrated graduation and includes six members from Ferguson-Florissant School District high schools.
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'What do you want to be when you grow up?'
An essay contest designed to help youths focus on their respective futures is open for entries.
Tea time
The Griot Museum of Black History will introduce the inaugural class of St. Louis-area women honored during the “Black Herstory Initiative” [BHI] Queens’ Tea at 1 p.m. Sunday, September 4, 2022, at 2505 St. Louis Ave.
Missourians cry out for capping health care costs
Missourians are concerned about affordability of health care and want the government to enact consumer protections, according to a recent survey.