The head of the United States Postal Service announced earlier this month that he’s resigning, and it’s not clear whether that will affect a proposal to scale back service in rural areas. Harvest Public Media reports on the concern over cutbacks.
At institutions around the world, there are special libraries called "herbaria," containing millions of plants. As scientists work to understand and adapt to climate change, these plant collections have become even more important. But in some places, their future is in question. St. Louis Public Radio’s Kate Grumke reports on why scientists want you to care.
St. Louis faces a massive challenge with vacant land and buildings. It’s more than lost tax revenue: these pieces of property can end up costing the city thousands of dollars each. STLPR's Eric Schmid dug into the issue to find out how St. Louis is slowly beginning to account for and collect these costs.
Early voting is underway for St. Louis’ municipal primary. In addition to the races for the offices of mayor and comptroller, there are competitive primaries to represent the Third and Eleventh Wards at the Board of Aldermen. St. Louis Public Radio’s Rachel Lippmann introduces us to the legislative candidates.
Musician Martha Redbone draws on influences from Black and Native American folk styles to explore the roots of American music. She speaks with St. Louis Public Radio’s Jeremy Goodwin ahead of tomorrow’s concert in St. Louis.
A look at the state of Illinois’ finances ahead of the governor’s annual budget address, and a report from STLPR's Hiba Ahmed's "field trip" to the Missouri Statehouse with St. Louis Public School families.
The Criminal Justice Ministry in St. Louis is helping hundreds of formerly incarcerated people get back on their feet, many of whom are veterans and have spent at least 10 years in prison. And for some of the nonprofit’s case workers, the service hits close to home. St. Louis Public Radio’s Lacretia Wimbley has more on how the organization is impacting lives through its housing re-entry programs.
Coffee is big business in Ethiopia, where farmers and producers are often exploited. St. Louis Public Radio’s Marissanne Lewis-Thompson shares how a St. Louis University student’s company is attempting to shake up, and humanize, the industry by directly connecting Ethiopian coffee farmers to roasters in the U.S.
The aronia berry, also known as chokeberry is native to North America. And in recent years, it’s gained a following for its reported health benefits and potential market.
Federal prosecutors say they won a historic conviction in the case of Michael Madigan yesterday. The Former Illinois House Speaker was found guilty of wire fraud and bribery. Today, a conversation with Illinois politics reporter Dave McKinney, who has covered this trial from start to finish.
At the beginning of each year, volunteers venture into the night to count the number of people experiencing homelessness across the country. Getting an accurate count is a challenge, though, especially in rural regions. The Midwest Newsroom’s Kavahn Mansouri reports.
The St. Louis Board of Aldermen enter their spring elections break this week with no agreement on how to spend nearly $300 million of Rams settlement money. St. Louis Public Radio reporter Eric Schmid covered the whole saga and joins STLPR's Jason Rosenbaum to discuss what happened.
St. Louis Public Radio’s Hiba Ahmad reports on why some representatives are stopping by schools during this legislative session, and STLPR's Sarah Fentem shares how students at Washington University have worked at a rapid pace to create adaptive tech inventions for people with disabilities.
A number of Hispanic-owned businesses will temporarily close next week as part of a coordinated effort to highlight the contributions of immigrants to the region's economy and culture in the wake of Trump’s mass deportation plans. STLPR's Brian Munoz reports.
When The Kansas City Chiefs take on the Philadelphia Eagles for their third Super Bowl win in a row, tight end Travis Kelce will once again be in the spotlight. His journey from football star in the Midwest, to international fame. Plus, STLPR's Jeremy Goodwin talks to jazz player Donny McClaslin about how he set out to adapt David Bowie’s album “Blackstar,” ahead of his performance with the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra.
The latest on hearings seeking to add abortion restrictions in Missouri, develop a plan for Rams settlement money in St. Louis, and oust the city's Personnel Director. Plus: The University of Missouri is launching a new research center that aims to provide information and context to the often controversial topics of renewable energy and transmission lines that cut through small communities. But Jana Rose Schleis reports, some are concerned its funding may cloud its findings.
Sandra Hemme served 43 years in a Missouri prison for a murder she did not commit. One key detail in her exoneration was her false confession. Reporter Sam Zeff checked in with her attorney, Sean O’Brien, to talk about how that detail sets the stage for future exoneration cases.
We have the latest from the St. Louis Board of Aldermen after contentious debate Friday devolved into online accusations over the weekend. Plus, beloved vegan restaurant SweetArt is branching out after 16 years in St. Louis’ Shaw neighborhood with a City Foundry location: Owner Reine Keis speaks with STLPR's Jessica Rogen.
Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe gave his first State of the State Address on this week. St. Louis Public Radio’s Sarah Kellogg and Jason Rosenbaum sat down with Kehoe to discuss his priorities for the state. Plus, St. Louis band Starwolf makes music inspired by synthwave and yacht rock. STLPR's Chad Davis takes us on a journey through their latest album and musical evolution.
Following President Donald Trump issuing executive orders for federal agents to begin enhanced immigration enforcement,
some attorneys in the St. Louis region are helping immigrants and people without legal status prepare family emergency plans and legal documents. STLPR's Andrea Henderson reports.
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