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The Work of Art: The Federal Art Project, 1935–1943 presents a remarkable group of artworks that reflect the creative efforts of artists working under difficult circumstances. During the Great Depression, […]

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In her new book, scientist and policy expert Ayana Elizabeth Johnson encourages us to envision a better future, and run toward it.

Let's delve into important events that have occurred on September 25 throughout history. In 1513, the Spanish explorer Vasco Núñez de Balboa became the first European to sight the Pacific Ocean. Balboa's journey across the Isthmus of Panama marked a pivotal moment in the Age of Exploration, opening up new opportunities for trade and expansion. His sighting of the vast ocean paved the way for future expeditions and the eventual establishment of trade routes connecting Europe and Asia. Fast forward to 1789, and the United States Congress passed twelve amendments to the Constitution, ten of which would become known as the Bill of Rights. These amendments, ratified in 1791, enshrined fundamental liberties such as freedom of speech, religion, and the press. The Bill of Rights has since become a cornerstone of American democracy, protecting individual freedoms and limiting the power of the government. In 1890, the Sequoia National Park was established in California, becoming

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It is the second time in the last two days that a siren inadvertently sounded in St. Louis County.

The members of Journey, including guitarist Neal Schon, made a guest appearance on Tuesday’s season finale of NBC’s America’s Got Talent, where they performed their classic tune “Don’t Stop Believin’”…

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There's still no steel report, but we do have the latest estimate of home sales. It was down 2.4% in August: This is within a hair's breadth of the lowest level in the past five years (November 2023) and well on its way to busting the record. But maybe the Fed's latest rate cut, which ...continue reading "Raw data: Home sales in August"

WASHINGTON — Federal prosecutors said Tuesday that the man who allegedly stalked former President Donald Trump for a month before aiming his rifle through a fence at Trump’s private golf course on Sept. 15 was indicted on the charge of an attempted assassination of a political candidate. The Justice Department said a federal grand jury […]

The 2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony is happening in October, and the Hall just announced the presenters and performers who’ll help celebrate this year’s inductees.Artists confirmed…

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Bag Phones, Brick Phones, Blackberries, a Satellite Phone and more – these are some of the cellular telephones you’ll see at the Jefferson Barracks Telephone Museum. Housed in a restored […]

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“Be the Miracle” Meditative Paintings & Poetry by Angela L. Chostner is a solo exhibition exploring aspects of the miraculous and invites viewers to an interactive experience. Her vision for […]

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The report found the fired chief did not commit outright acts of discrimination against two lieutenants.

According to a notification from the water company, the water main broke at about 9:30 Tuesday night.

JERSEYVILLE - Late Tuesday night, Illinois American Water announced a boil order for Jerseyville that includes Jersey Community High School, Jersey Community Middle School, East and West. “If you have a bottle of water, please send it with your student to school. The District will be working to get some bottles to our schools this morning,” the school district said in a statement.

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Art Saint Louis is pleased to announce our Fall 2024 exhibition, “Memento Mori,” on view September 14-October 17, 2024 at our newly relocated Art Saint Louis Gallery at 2801 Locust […]

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