Rain, wind dim Balloon Glow but not enthusiasm
FOREST PARK – A half glow is what Friday night’s Balloon Glow in Forest Park might be called. But it…
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Tiny houses are big idea for homeless, plus city students
JEFF-VANDER-LOU – Two St. Louis nonprofits are taking a big step toward curbing area homelessness, with tiny houses. For good…
Works of noted St. Louis artist provide lessons for Washington U. educators
ST. LOUIS – Artist Spencer Thornton Banks may not be among the most famous alumni of Sumner High School. But…
Police haven’t improved much since Ferguson, report says
GRAND CENTER – When a man allegedly stole a Spire truck and took it on a joy ride from Shrewsbury…
Tall grass on city-owned property sparks new complaints
CITY HALL – North St. Louis residents are once again complaining about the lack of lawn and brush upkeep on…
Gas station to be built at site with ghastly past
PENROSE – Rene Bryant remembers shopping at the former National Supermarket at 4331 Natural Bridge Avenue, at the corner of…
Trap Run showcases north side, raises funds for Sara-Lou cafe
THE VILLE – On Saturday, north St. Louis residents did a run- or walk-by of some of the good things completed…
Mayor of the north? Moore argues for post, plans bid
CITY HALL – Alderman Sam Moore, Fourth Ward, wants to be mayor – of north St. Louis. And he plans…
School officials ponder public’s safety concerns, suggestions
JEFF-VANDER-LOU – St. Louis Public Schools officials and the superintendent have about one week before they have to turn in…
Carr Square celebrates 1969 rent strike for public housing
CARR SQUARE – Hundreds of current and former Carr Square Village residents came together Saturday to celebrate the 50th anniversary…
Opioid walk boosts awareness along with a natural high
FOREST PARK – The high that people experience when they intake heroin and other opiates is very similar to the…
SLPS tightens security after shootings near Soldan
DOWNTOWN – Metal detectors, clear bags, and no re-entry. They sound like the rules for most pro sports venues, but…
Town hall on gun violence draws anger, sorrow, pleas for action
MIDTOWN – A town hall meeting here that began with a video of former U.S. president Barack Obama saying, “Every…
Bowen’s beauty supply shop boosts black economy, legacy
FOUNTAIN PARK – In black neighborhoods, blacks don’t usually own the businesses, especially beauty supply stores. That’s very obvious in…
Parson rejects call for special session on gun violence; town hall scheduled here
ST. LOUIS – Federal, state and local Black caucus members and legislators are trying to do their part in the…
Murderers give real-life insight on steering youth away from violence, prison
ACADEMY – A panel discussion last week addressing gun violence bypassed the usual suspects and put actual murderers on stage…