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The government’s preference for geofence (a.k.a. “reverse”) is well known. There have been enough cases and enough litigation in recent years to demonstrably show the government will go to data havens when searching for suspects rather than engage in in-person investigative work. Why canvass a neighborhood for potential suspects when you can ask Google to […]

The Legal Roundtable dives into local and regional lawsuits and litigation. This month that includes a lawsuit filed by Lt. Col. Michael Sack, a white officer with the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department. Sack alleges that St. Louis discriminated against him when it hired another white candidate as the new chief of police. This edition of the Legal Roundtable features attorneys Javad Khazaeli, a former prosecutor and founding member with the St. Louis firm Khazaeli Wyrsch; Dave Roland, the director of litigation at the Freedom Center of Missouri; and Susan McGraugh, director of the criminal defense legal clinic at St. Louis University School of Law.

To support Democrat Lucas Kunce for U.S. Senate, about 250 people, including some well-known local politicians, attended a rally in north St. Louis County.

The department said that the call exemplified "a couple of the best things about being a firefighter."

Authorities have confirmed that the niece of the Ferguson police chief was found shot to death inside her Black Jack apartment.

Set to retire at the season's end, Adam Wainwright was hoping to reach a big career milestone early in his grand sendoff. He hasn't reached it yet, and he still has some chances at it, but time is ticking.

Tayvion Whitby, 16, of the 4500 block of Morganford Avenue in St. Louis, was killed during a drug deal that turned into a robbery, police say.

A legal dispute arising from allegations of cheating at a major chess tournament played in September 2022 in St. Louis has been resolved.

CAHOKIA - The Major Case Squad of Greater St. Louis was activated on a death investigation case on August 24, 2023, at the request of the Cahokia Police Department. The activation was to assist in the death investigation of a male pronounced deceased by the St. Clair County Coroner's Office. The male was struck by multiple bullets and set on fire while in the 5800 block of Pocket Road in Cahokia Heights, the Major Case Squad Deputy Commander Lieutenant Bud Jeremias said. "The Major Case Squad was finally able to identify the victim as Miljavon Sawyer, 21, of Cahokia Heights," Jeremias said. "The Major Case Squad is still requesting that if anyone has any information about this senseless and horrific murder, please contact the Major Case Squad at (618) 332-4260 or (618) 332-4277, or contact Crime Stoppers at (866) 371-8477.

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Haylie Headrick, 14, went missing from her Florissant home on Aug. 16, according to a news release from NCMEC.

A driver was charged Monday with causing a six-vehicle crash that killed a motorcyclist last year.

EDWARDSVILLE - The Madison County Sheriff's Office released information today that Deputy Blake Johnson graduated from the SWIC Police Academy last Friday with an incredible score of 498 out of 500. Chambers won the Top Gun Award out of his class. "Deputy Johnson will begin field training this week and we wish him a successful career," the sheriff's office said in a statement about his prestigious academy graduation honor.

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by Dr. John Gaal Editor’s Note: Each week, Dr. John Gaal, director of worker wellness for the Missouri Works Initiative, a non-profit workforce formed by the Missouri AFL-CIO, collects and comments on news and trends in workforce wellness and life balance. Construction Forum carries the Worker Wellness & Well-Being Blog as a regular feature. The […]

Spellman Brady & Company, a nationally recognized St. Louis-based interior design firm, is proud to announce the completion of the interior design for the clubhouse at Aventura Hawk Ridge, an upscale, multi-family residential community in Lake St. Louis, Missouri. Spellman Brady (SBC) was responsible for the clubhouse’s overall interior design, which included specifying and procuring […]

MARYVILLE - Anderson Healthcare today announced Patrick Garvey, CPA, as the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for the Anderson Healthcare System. With an impressive background in finance, Patrick brings over 20 years of experience in healthcare management, including 10 years as a CFO in various health systems. He most recently served as CFO at Tennova Healthcare in Cleveland, Tennessee. As our new CFO, Patrick will play a pivotal role in guiding our financial strategies, ensuring the long-term sustainability and growth of our healthcare system. He will manage the fiscal operations for all System entities, including Anderson Hospital and Community Hospital of Staunton. He will also have responsibility for the departments of Finance, Materials Management, Revenue Cycle and Managed Care contracting. We are confident that Patrick will bring fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to our financial operations, fostering a culture of fiscal responsibility and will be instrumental in navigating

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Editor’s Note: This week Louis Kelly, Construction Forum drone photographer/videographer captures progress on the Health Sciences and Advanced Manufacturing buildings under construction at St. Louis Community College’s Flo-Valley Campus.  The first building viewed by Louis’ drone is the Advanced Manufacturing Center project. Kadean Construction is partnering with NAVIGATE Building Solutions, and JEMA, design architects on […]

From The Telegraph:  More money is being pumped into port plans at Cairo, though no timetable has been set for the work initially expected to be completed next year. The federal government last week announced the Alexander-Cairo Port District at the confluence of the Mississippi and Ohio Rivers will receive a $150,000 grant to develop […]

As we welcome the fall season, we have a lot to be excited about at KDHX. Personally, I am excited for college football season to kick off and to cheer on my alma mater - the Mississippi State Bulldogs. 

This fall at KDHX, we are excited to usher in a new season of opportunities. The shared love of independent, diverse, and local music bonds KDHX listeners, supporters, volunteers, and staff. KDHX is one of the country's most enduring and successful independent community radio stations because it unites us with the power of music and the joy of discovery. 

Looking forward, KDHX continues to evolve and grow. We have taken steps to make the station welcoming and make sure the station showcases a wide variety of musical styles and genres. Off the air, here are some ways you can engage with us:

Community Events
This fall, we are excited to engage with listeners at community events like Music at the Intersection on September 9-10 and Tower Grove Pride on September 23-24. Visit our table to say hello and grab the latest KDHX sticker!

New Director of Volunteer Connections
Recognizing the vital role of volunteers in our 36-year history, we are enhancing the volunteer experience at KDHX. On August 15, Andrea Dunn, current Director of Donor Relations, took charge as the first Director of Volunteer Connections, proactively planning social events, gathering feedback, and hosting one-on-one meetings to ensure our volunteers are valued. 

Currently Seeking New DJs
KDHX is welcoming new DJs to the airwaves. Apply now on KDHX.org. DJ Jackie T premiered her new show, “Full Circle” on August 13, and DJ Nick kicks off “Get Around Sound” on September 14. We have DJs in training that will be added to the airwaves soon, continuing KDHX’s 36-year history of increasing community participation in radio so that diverse and independent voices enrich our audiences' perspectives.

Listen Live & Local
Our monthly Listen Live & Local series, generously supported by our donors, shines a spotlight on local talent. Catch live in-studio performances and interviews with KDHX DJs on 88.1 and our YouTube Channel. Join us on September 12 for a session with Orangetree. 

As we move forward, the power of music and the joy of discovery remains at the heart of KDHX. Your involvement, whether as a listener, donor, or volunteer, fuels our mission to keep independent programming free and accessible. 

Excited to move into year 36 of independent and listener-supported community radio,

Kelly K. Wells
Executive Director

ALTON - It was an early morning at the Alton VFW Post 1308 as volunteers came out in support of local veterans to replace the building’s ceiling. Associates from the Alton Home Depot, members of Lewis and Clark Community College’s Building Futures YouthBuild program, and additional volunteers are hard at work today, Aug. 29. They hope to replace all the ceiling tiles by the end of the day, which will revitalize Post 1308. “It’s all hands on deck,” Alton Home Depot store manager Mary Boschert said. Post 1308, located at 4445 North Alby Street, has undergone nearly $12,000 worth of necessary repairs over the past six months. The ceiling tiles totaled $6,000, a donation from Home Depot. The Home Depot Foundation and their volunteer task force, Team Depot , often work with veterans. Boschert added that approximately 35,000 Home Depot associates across the U.S. have served in the military, and the company has donated over $400 million and many hours towar

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