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Group promotes after-school programs to ease gun violence
COVENANT BLU-GRAND CENTER – The return of a robust number of after-school programs is the latest course of action being…
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Sav A Lot grocery brings new life to food desert
HAMILTON HEIGHTS – When Pete’s Shur Save grocery store packed its bags and moved to University City in December 2016, it…
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Sumner’s homecoming draws hundreds, including from Vashon
THE VILLE – Sumner High School. It’s the first black high school west of the Mississippi River. Situated at 4248…
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Recent fires were intentionally set, residents fear
ACADEMY – Carl Solomon predicted that his house at 5107 Enright Ave. would catch fire. Sure enough, in the wee…
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‘Eye in the sky’ surveillance gets support from pastor, foes of crime
JENNINGS – St. Louisans concerned about rampant gun violence – including two who have lost children to that violence –…
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Developer helps make repairs to let homeowners keep up with new plans
FOUNTAIN PARK – It isn’t every day that developers work hand-in-hand with current residents. However, that’s exactly what was framed…
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So far cash rewards aren’t flushing out killers in St. Louis
ST. LOUIS – Children were dying, the community was collectively incensed, and police needed answers and suspects. When initial investigations came…
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State troopers’ presence on city highways meets mixed reviews
DOWNTOWN – The Missouri State Highway Patrol has pulled up on St. Louis city. The question is, will their presence…
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Two teens promote science, bridge cultures with Afrospanic Atmosphere
THE HILL – A Latino-American and an African-American student have come together to form a culturally conscious, award-winning business idea that…
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STDs are on rise, especially among black women in St. Louis
ST. LOUIS – Sexually transmitted diseases in the U.S. have continued to rise for the fifth consecutive year. That’s according…
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Fest at Fairground Park promotes black unity, economic growth
FAIRGROUND PARK – Unity and economics. Those two black community directives took center stage Saturday along with the honoring of…
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Black groups ask rank-and-file police to help ‘repair the bridges’
WEST END – A collective of black groups is calling on the city’s rank-and-file police to reconcile differences with the…
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Looking for coffeehouses in north St. Louis? Tough beans
OLD NORTH ST. LOUIS – Wake up Siri. Ask Alexa over and over. Google it from the break of day…
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SLPS tardy on plan of action after public violence meeting
DOWNTOWN – St. Louis Public Schools is nearly two weeks tardy in turning in a plan to district parents and…
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Plan to help residents buy vacant properties meets some skepticism
KINGSWAY EAST – A proposed plan for potential monies next year to help residents buy the city’s Land Reutilization Authority…
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Altered Metro bus routes, driver shortage confuse, delay some riders
DOWNTOWN – It was a perfect storm of confusion and delay for MetroBus riders Monday as new routes were implemented…
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National Night Out will bring neighbors together across Delmar Divide
ST. LOUIS – These are the final days for organizers and participants of the National Night Out Against Crime to prepare…
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Good news! Goody Goody Diner may reopen by year’s end
WELLS-GOODFELLOW – It’s been nearly six months since a north side tradition went up in flames. The Goody Goody Diner…
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Evidence was withheld that gun carried only Stockley’s DNA, report says
DOWNTOWN – A gun that then-police Officer Jason Stockley said a suspect had reached for in his car, justifying Stockley’s…
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Gardner supporters form coalition, present demands
DOWNTOWN – For the second time in fewer than three months, protesters gathered in support of St. Louis’ top prosecutor.…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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