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A new book co-authored by a University of Missouri-St. Louis professor examines the nation’s overlooked housing crisis: deteriorating homes.
Researchers estimate St. Louis County homes on average require about $9,000 in work. buff.ly/N4dA4jq
Plastic waste from St. Louis can travel through the Mississippi River to the Gulf of Mexico.
MidAmerica Clean Future Alliance is working to reduce pollution through neighborhood cleanup efforts and community partnerships. buff.ly/vVllPmp
Many St. Louis survivors are still struggling with housing, insurance delays and rebuilding costs after a tornado tore through in 2025.
Residents are now calling for more affordable housing, mental health support and faster distribution of recovery funds. buff.ly/zLq0DNT
Republican David Messner and Democrat Doug Clemens are vying to become St. Louis County assessor.
Messner wants to use property data to guide development, while Clemens emphasizes management and customer service. buff.ly/GKF7sGN
St. Louis police urged residents Sunday to lock their doors and secure their garages after an inmate escaped from the City Justice Center in downtown St. Louis. buff.ly/MZWFt7W
St. Louis aldermen unanimously approved new zoning rules requiring smoke shops to get city approval and community input before opening.
The law also makes it easier to shut down shops tied to illegal activity. buff.ly/JVmNfZf
St. Louis Public Schools has cancelled the remaining games in the football season for Sumner High School and Clyde C. Miller Career Academy, who operate a co-op team amid allegations of “seriously inappropriate behavior and physical conduct.”
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More blues is headed to the Blues Triangle.
B.B.’s Jazz, Blues & Soups will reopen on Oct. 29 after going dark for two years. buff.ly/31gnJsU
The Olivette License Office has been ranked the worst in Missouri, according to a study by SEO Backlinks that analyzed more than 1 million Google reviews of DMVs nationwide. buff.ly/qMCtEvD
The federal government cut off access to healthcare benefits for some immigrants and refugees on Oct. 1.
Dozens of refugees, asylum seekers and humanitarian parolees have complained to St. Louis organizations that they are suffering without these services.buff.ly/hznDkDi
Antonio Brazelton thought he was paving a new path for his family when he chose to become a plant scientist.
Little did he know, he’d find out that he comes from a long line of Black agriculturalists. buff.ly/v8mCzaA
Be in the audience when #SciFri rolls into #STL to explore botany and conservation with Lúcia Lohmann, President and Director of @mobotgarden.
Plus, #STLPR's Kate Grumke talks with Ira on his life in science.
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#STLScience #conservation
To singer-songwriter Lizzie Weber, a wraith is a spiritual representation of rage and grief — always in the background and hard to expel.
In her latest album “Wraiths in the Wake,” Weber plays on themes of lingering emotion through dark and witchy tones.buff.ly/sem6nEf
The St. Louis Zoo will welcome a 5-year-old female polar bear this fall as part of a national effort to support the species’ future.
Laerke will join Kallu, a nearly 4-year-old male polar bear, with the hope they will produce cubs in the future. buff.ly/uBzfWlK
St. Louis newbies, come learn more about the #STL region and register for important services, all while exploring @tgfarmersmarket.
Get helpful info every family or student new to St. Louis will need to get settled. See you Saturday!
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Missouri’s nurse-midwife supervision requirements are pushing some providers across state lines, advocates say.
Supporters of expanding their authority say it could improve access to maternity care, especially in underserved communities. From @KCUR: buff.ly/0GsWpVR
St. Louisans are mourning the closure of Chao Baan, a beloved Thai restaurant.
Owner Shayn Prapaisilp explains why he decided to close its doors and expanding his family’s grocery business helps residents connect with their cultures through food. buff.ly/Kvl0i26
A fire Tuesday afternoon damaged Old Town Donuts in Florissant, an award-winning donut shop that has been a community staple for decades.
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A cast of young performers are in a new production of “Joshua’s Boots,” a collaboration beteen Opera Theatre of St. Louis and the Center of Creative Arts.
Cast members range in age from 14 to 22. For many, it’s their first time taking part in an opera. buff.ly/czHTl8n
Mark Osmack and Andrew Koenig are facing off for the first time in a race to represent District 3 on the St. Louis County Council.
The candidates previously crossed paths in state treasurer races. buff.ly/pjfQfeV
