Featured News
MATI 2026 closes with a hometown hero and a house party
MATI 2026’s mainstage ended the way it began — with a massive party at The Fabulous Fox. Jon Batiste and…
Photo Albums
This Week’s Photos: July 16th, 2026
This week’s photo gallery highlights the PRIME Program at WashU Medicine, where local high school students gained hands-on experience in laboratory science while exploring careers in medicine, research, and health care. We also feature Triple Play…
Gallery: WerQfest 2026
The seventh annual WerQfest took over Atomic by Jamo on Saturday, and the energy was unmatched. The Black LGBTQIA+ community and allies came out to celebrate, dance and live out loud.
Local News
Trading summer comfort for rainforest science
Grace Clark admits she is not exactly an “outside person.” The rising eighth-grader is a bit nervous about navigating her very first cold shower, but she isn’t letting a few minor discomforts stand in the way…
Videos
Video: WerQfest 2026 mashup
The seventh annual WerQfest took over Atomic by Jamo on Saturday, and the energy was unmatched. The Black LGBTQIA+ community and allies came out to celebrate, dance and live out loud. Watch the video on Instagram:…
Video: Ludacris shows love to the 314
Rap veteran Ludacris showed major love to the 314 during his Celebrate…
En Vogue performs at PrideFest 2026
Thousands of fans joined in as legendary R&B group En Vogue performed…
Check This Out: Juneteenth Reads with the St. Louis Public Library
As Juneteenth approaches, it’s a great time to learn more about the…
PJ Morton meet & greet
PJ Morton came by Sophie’s on Friday, June 12, for a pop…
Arts & Entertainment
Brandy responds to concerns about her appearance
A visit to her hometown of McComb, Mississippi has compelled Grammy Award-winning singer and actress Brandy to respond to online speculation about her appearance. The R&B star received multiple honors recognizing her decades-long career, including the…
A golden Black Rep
King of Broadway
Religion
The Black church is the foundation of St. Louis history
A major part of American history is St. Louis history. The city predates the nation…
Most Christians want to give consistently. Only about ⅓ do.
At offering time in many churches, worshippers often hear that God loves a cheerful giver.…
When women can preach but not pastor
The Southern Baptist Convention’s vote to strengthen enforcement of its prohibition on women pastors landed…
Juneteenth and the covenant of economic liberation
Freedom was declared. But the news arrived late. And for far too many, the fullness…
Midwest BankCentre – The Next Move
Your Health Matters
For Your Health — Can your breakfast help lower cancer risk?
Don’t sleep on the cancer prevention benefits of a healthy breakfast. Whether it’s oatmeal, whole-wheat toast, berries in Greek yogurt or other healthy combinations — starting the morning with simple, whole foods is a great way…
Sports
Wetherholt’s deal is financial music to Walker’s ears
St. Louis Cardinals rookie second baseman JJ Wetherholt signed an eight-year, $112.5 million contract extension, which kicks in next year.…
JPMorganChase – Advancing Black Pathways
Your home is an investment – How to create generational wealth
A Q&A with Greg Smith For most Americans, owning a home has long been considered a cornerstone to building and preserving generational wealth. A home purchase often symbolizes more than just securing a…
Business
Kevin Sullivan lands Central Trust leadership position
Kevin L. Sullivan has joined Central Trust as vice president and financial planning officer. Sullivan brings nearly 20 years of experience in financial services, including advisory and financial planning roles with several firms. Most recently, he…
Obituaries
Columnists / Opinion
How the nation celebrates its 250th year
It’s been 174 years since the famous abolitionist, Frederick Douglass, issued his scathing address on…
Black people made America’s 250th anniversary possible
As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, there is a group of people who…
East St. Louis Library and Housing Authority officials face justice
Well, the federal chickens have finally come home to roost for the former director of…
No to the proposed police budget
I heard all of it—every word. I felt every emotion. I stayed until the end,…
