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In the day-to-day preoccupations of life and politics, it can be easy to lose sight of an obvious fact: In just a couple of election cycles, the political leadership of St. Louis has been transformed. Gone, at least temporarily, are the days of the proudly "moderate” corporate-centric neoliberals who have dominated local political circles for generations.

St. Louis-raised rapper Nelly is now venturing into the world of music festivals.

England’s Glastonbury Festival finally announced its 2023 lineup and, as has been rumored for weeks, Guns N' Roses has been confirmed to headline. GNR joins previously announced headliner Elton John, with Arctic Monkeys rounding out the headlining…

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The critical report was released by the Clark-Fox Policy Institute and appeared on the institute’s website and in an email newsletter to subscribers.

Who’s that kid that can travel through time? It’s you!   Follow the adventures of three friends as they travel back in time to learn from real-life inspirational heroes when

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Take an overseas adventure in this immersive exhibit that transports families to China, a country where a quickly changing modern lifestyle intersects with ancient values. Explore what life is like

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The firm says the result has been higher productivity and employees appreciative of the extra time to balance life and work.

One man cleaning a Franklin County home earlier this week found a "homemade explosive" device, prompting a high-profile investigation.

Rush is celebrating another milestone anniversary with the release of Signals - 40th Anniversary, the latest edition to their 40th anniversary album series. Dropping April 28, Signals - 40th Anniversary will be available in three…

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Marc Schreiber of the Sports Commission explains how we can use sports as a model to spring us ahead.

EDWARDSVILLE — A teen who was charged as an adult has been convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to 35 years in prison in connection with a fatal shooting in Venice, according to Madison County State’s Attorney Tom Haine. Haine announced the conviction and sentence Wednesday for Russean K. Hollis, 17, of Granite City. Hollis was charged in connection with the drive-by shooting death of Tashay Mathis, 42, on June 25, 2022. Hollis was 16 at the time but charged as an adult. “It’s disturbing to see young people engaging in any type of violence, let alone violence of this magnitude,” Haine said. “I hope this conviction and sentence send a message that offenders of any age who choose to take part in this type of activity will be held accountable in Madison County. For the family and loved ones of Mr. Mathis, nothing can undo their suffering, but I hope the swift resolution of this case brings them a measure of closure.” The motive for th

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On this Day, March 3, 1990... Paul McCartney’s world tour came to Tokyo, Japan with Sir Paul playing six sold-out nights at the Tokyo Dome. McCartney’s set included such Beatles classics as "Sgt. Pepper’s…

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Fabricating Empire examines the relationship between the development of Central European folk costume and Austrian modern design, especially the textile department of the Wiener Werkstätte, or Vienna Workshops.   Taking

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The Higgins Armory Collection at the Worcester Art Museum is the nation’s second largest collection of arms and armor, including more than 1,500 objects ranging from ancient Egypt to 19th-century

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Art in Bloom, the Saint Louis Art Museum’s annual celebration of flowers and fine art, returns as an in-person festival in 2023.   Dozens of works from the Museum’s collection

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Hong Kong–based artist Samson Young’s practice centers on installation-based work stemming from sound and music. He interweaves cultural paradigms across media while focusing on poetic translations between the sonic and

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1972 Fischer/Spassky: The Match, its Origin, and Influence celebrates the 50th anniversary of the American Robert “Bobby” Fischer’s historic win over the Russian Boris Spassky in the legendary 1972 World

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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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