Santa's checking his list, and so are we! This holiday season, we’re finding out who's been naughty and who's been nice under the sea. Will our Sharks splash their way onto […]
What if the simple act of singing door to door could trace its roots back over a thousand years and reflect a tapestry of cultural, religious, and social transformations? Christmas caroling is more than just cheerful melodies echoing through neighborhoods; it is a tradition steeped in history, community spirit, and evolving meaning. Origins of Christmas Caroling: From Medieval Roots to Modern Practice The word “carol” originally referred to a type of dance song in medieval Europe,
December 18 has been a date of remarkable significance throughout history. Going back to 1865, December 18 marks a monumental milestone in human rights history with the ratification of the 13th Amendment to the United States Constitution. This amendment abolished slavery and involuntary servitude, except as punishment for a crime, formally ending centuries of legalized enslavement in the U.S. Its ratification was a critical turning point in American history, profoundly reshaping the nation’s
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning four major retailers about compliance with a recall of infant formula that has been linked to botulism. Ann Oxenham, the FDA’s top compliance officer for the human foods program, sent letters to Albertsons, Kroger, Target and Walmart Friday about ByHeart Whole Nutrition formula products remaining on some […]
Expect a wet and windy day in the area. Today’s high will reach 55 degrees with a low around 22. Winds will come from the southwest at 18 mph, gusting up to 43 mph. It will feel chilly, especially in the wind. There’s an 86 percent chance of rain with a thunderstorm possible this morning. This morning starts off with rain and thunderstorms, heavy at times. Winds will be strong and gusty, creating a very blustery start. By afternoon, rain will taper off but cloud cover will remain thick
Shortly after Netflix announced a $82.7 billion acquisition of Warner Brothers, the Ellison family, alongside Jared Kushner and the Saudis, unveiled their own hostile takeover bid to pre-empt the deal. As we’ve discussed, Larry Ellison is trying to gobble up what’s left of old media (CBS, Paramount, Warner Brothers, CNN) and fuse it with new media […]
The number of measles cases is continuing to grow, reaching 1,958 confirmed cases in 43 states through Dec. 16 and threatening to undo next year the United States’ status as a nation that has eradicated the disease, according to a report released Dec. 17 by the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The increase […]
A Chesterfield man alleges Keith Westrich, Michael Seidel and Robert Matichek sexually abused him in the 1980s at Holy Family parish in St. Louis' Tower Grove South.
CHICAGO — On Wednesday night, Dec. 17, 2025, Donald Trump spent 18 minutes boasting that he’s delivering on the economy, despite the fact that all he’s delivered is higher prices, stagnant wage growth, and extreme uncertainty for American families. And the Illinois GOP is letting him get away with it. “Donald Trump’s primetime address celebrating his failing economy was an insult to the millions of Americans spending more than ever on their groceries, electric bills,
St. Louis band Foxing has grown from indie newcomers into one of the most lauded emo revival bands out of the Midwest. But after more than a decade, the band is saying goodbye, at least for now. St. Louis Public Radio’s Chad Davis went to meet the devoted fans who traveled miles to see one last show, and the guitarist who is grateful for their support.
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