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Mona Chalabi: Squeeze

2 years 7 months ago

Data journalist, illustrator and writer Mona Chalabi presents a large-scale exhibition on the Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis’ Project Wall.   Chalabi’s work is informed by statistics gathered on politics,

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Rachel Huffman

Great Rivers Biennial

2 years 7 months ago

Part of the Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis’ fall/winter exhibition, “Great Rivers Biennial” is a biannual collaborative initiative between the museum and the Gateway Foundation designed to foster artistic talent

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Rachel Huffman

Winter Jewels

2 years 7 months ago

Experience Winter Jewels An Enchanted Celebration. Escape the cold as the Butterfly House magically transforms during Winter Jewels! Enjoy the Tropical Conservatory filled with elaborate fairy gardens, home to the

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Patrick

Bagatelle

2 years 7 months ago

Before the ring of pinball machines echoed through arcades, Bagatelle was filling parlors and pockets across the world. Drawing from the private collection of Mr. Ed Nickels, Bagatelle will follow the journey

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Patrick

Coloring STL

2 years 7 months ago

St. Louis is a kaleidoscope of architecture, filled with structures of every age, shape, and size. In Coloring STL, Missouri History Museum visitors will interact with these fascinating buildings in

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Patrick

St. Louis Sound

2 years 7 months ago

St. Louis just can’t stay quiet. The region has produced legends who are on a first-name basis worldwide, like Ike & Tina, Miles, Chuck, and Nelly. It’s been home to

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Patrick

Homicide suspect arrested after high-speed police chase

2 years 7 months ago
ST. LOUIS - Several local police departments were involved in a high-speed chase from St. Louis County into the city Thursday morning. A suspect wanted for a homicide was eventually taken into custody. Officers were chasing the SUV from south St. Louis County into St. Louis City. There were several attempts to stop the vehicle [...]
Joe Millitzer

Department Of Human Services Launches Campaign To Help Those With Gambling Problems

2 years 7 months ago
CHICAGO - The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) launched “Are You Really Winning?” - a campaign to build awareness of problem gambling and to promote helpline services for people experiencing gambling problems. According to research by Health Resources in Action (HRiA), four percent, or nearly 400,000, of Illinois residents have a gambling disorder, and another seven percent, or 700,000, are at risk of developing a gambling disorder. The “Are You Really Winning?” campaign will reach across the state through TV, radio, social media, and sponsorships to educate the general public on the signs and symptoms of gambling disorder and on the resources available to those in need of support. The campaign highlights the signs of problem gambling by asking these questions: Have you ever felt restless, on edge, or irritable when trying to stop or cut down on gambling? Have you ever tried to ask people for money to help with financial problems caused by gambling

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City Earns 'Bicycle Friendly Community' Award From League Of American Bicyclists

2 years 7 months ago
EDWARDSVILLE - It’s official: The City of Edwardsville is a “Bicycle Friendly Community.” The League of American Bicyclists announced Wednesday, December 14, that Edwardsville has earned a bicycle Friendly Community award at the bronze level. The City moved up from last year’s honorable mention ranking and is among 32 U.S. cities to earn the designation this year. The Bicycle Friendly Community awards reflect local leaders’ ongoing work to build better places to bike and to evaluate those efforts with equity and accessibility in mind, the League of American Bicyclists said. “We are grateful for the hard work and commitment of City staff, residents, and others to help us earn this award,” Mayor Art Risavy said. “This is only the beginning, though. We are committed to continuing down this path to ensure everyone can safely and easily get where they want to go whether on foot, bike, or other means.” To earn an award, applicants

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