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Bailey Foundation to host first Take Action Gala
The Bailey Foundation (TBF) will host its inaugural Take Action Gala at 6 p.m. Sunday, June 26, 2022, at the Ameristar Casino Resort and Spa in St. Charles.
St. Louis Fed to host ‘Minority Networking’ event
The St. Louis Fed will host a Minority Networking event and job fair, both virtually and in person, next week as the organization looks to fill several positions and inform interested attendees about career opportunities.
2022 Young Leaders selected
A diverse group of 25 accomplished African-American professionals under age 40 has been selected as the 2022 class of Salute to Young Leader award recipients.
The challenge of interracial adoption: 'Is he with you?'
“You should be a mother,” was what my own mother said to me the week before she died. I held her thin, weakened hand across the hospital bed and nodded. I was in my early twenties, and children seemed a…
Advocates say more Black women will die if abortions are banned
Black doctors and abortion advocates in St. Louis say that Black women will suffer the most if the U.S. Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade, the 1973 ruling that made abortions legal.
Keyes to success
Harris-Stowe State University celebrated its Commencement Convocation on Saturday, May 7, 2022, and there was a feeling of family in the Emerson Performance Center. This was not lost on LaTonia Collins Smith, HSSU president.
Pro-Choice Rally in St. Louis on Saturday
Last week, a Supreme Court draft opinion overturning Roe v. Wade was released to the public and confirmed the fears of abortion advocates across the country. Although the news was shocking, Pro Choice Missouri was prepared to help mobilize nearly…
Schnucks recognized as a US Best Managed Company
Schnuck Markets announced it has been selected as a 2022 US Best Managed Company. Sponsored by Deloitte Private and the Wall Street Journal, the program recognizes outstanding U.S. private companies and the achievements of their management teams.
Clark receives SLUH’s highest honor
Dr. H. Eric Clark, Ed.D., president at Loyola Academy, Saint Louis University High School (SLUH) board member and former administrator, and a leader in Jesuit education nationally – was recognized on April 25, 2022 with the Backer Award. The highest…
Free produce baskets for area families available May 31
Food insecurity and lack of nutritious foods remain a part of daily life in thousands of St. Louis area households.
The St. Louis American wishes you Happy Mother's Day
$37 million in American Rescue Act Funds secured for North St. Louis
Marchers teach lessons on educational freedom
Last month, the Missouri House granted preliminary approval to the 10-page "Parents' Bill of Rights of 2022."
‘He was a renaissance man’
Entering The Pageant on the evening of Monday, May 2 to celebrate the life and legacy of Orlando Watson felt a bit surreal. As the line of family and friends entered the building, the energy was like one of the…
Protect abortion rights ‘by any means necessary’
Most legal, safe abortions in America could be outlawed by the close of the current U.S. Supreme Court session.
May 2 declared Orlando Watson Day at celebration of life for community activist
St. Louisans stand up for women's rights to control their bodies
Some St. Louisans make their feelings known, holding letters which spell out Pro Roe, on an overpass of Interstate 64 during rush hour traffic on Tuesday, May 3, 2022. Their protest is in response to breaking news on Monday by…
Sky’s the limit for Ferguson-Florissant Red Tail Cadets
The courage and skill of the Tuskegee Airmen, a group of primarily African American military pilots and airmen who fought in World War II with the 332d Fighter Group and the 477th Bombardment, is honored and takes flight through the…
'So long and best wishes' to beloved Dr. Denise Hooks-Anderson
Dr. Denise Hooks-Anderson and her family will relocate to the East Coast in the coming months. Fortunately, the beloved doctor, active throughout the St. Louis metro area, a trusted advisor and friend to so many, will continue to offer her…