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Members of city of St. Louis' reparations commission are named

1 year 1 month ago
St. Louis Mayor Tishaura Jones on Friday appointed nine members of the city's first Reparations Commission. The group will look at how to deal with economic injustices, brought on by “slavery, segregation, and racism.” Previously, city leaders made clear those selected must represent different backgrounds, including at least one civil rights advocate, a clergy member, an attorney, someone in academics, a public health professional and a young person. The following nine members were chosen: Will…
Travis Cummings, Nicole Sanders

St. Louis County police commander at center of racial discrimination lawsuit to retire

1 year 1 month ago
Lt. Col. Troy Doyle – who accused St. Louis County Executive Sam Page in a lawsuit of passing him over for chief because he is Black – is retiring from the St. Louis County Police Department. The trial for Doyle’s discrimination lawsuit is scheduled for 2024. “It’s time,” he said. “I’ve dedicated almost 31 years to the residents of St. Louis County and I’m very proud of the work I’ve done and the things I’ve been able to accomplish. “I’m most proud of being a partner…
Christine Byers