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Get ready to learn how cutting-edge imaging and therapy are revolutionizing prostate cancer treatment—free event in St. Louis on Sunday, September 13th, 2026, from noon to 5 PM. Hear directly from top doctors, ask your questions, enjoy lunch, and connect with others navigating this journey. Hosted by the Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging’s Missouri Valley Chapter at the Marriott St...

Step back in time with a comfy, air-conditioned trolley tour through Bellefontaine Cemetery—recreating a WWII-era historical adventure that was so popular they even printed a booklet for it. Led by The Cemetery Chronicler, this two-hour ride follows the original 1944 route, blending local lore, old houses, and World’s Fair tales. Originally launched to cut down on gas use during the war, these Sun...

St. Louis is serving up a floating Sunday brunch cruise with live music, chef-driven eats, and skyline views — all from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM, but you gotta be on board by 11 AM. Champagne menu included, every two weeks until November 22, 2026. Adults pay $62, kids 3-12 are $25, under 3 get in free (but still need a ticket). Add $25 for bottomless bubbly. Groups of 20+ can snag deals. Book ahead — s...

Join Bellefontaine Cemetery & Arboretum for a free, chill picnic under the shade of a majestic Osage Orange tree in Wildwood Valley Gardens—perfect for soaking in history, nature, and community vibes. Bring your own lunch and blanket, mingle with staff and volunteers, and discover the layered stories of this historic site. Register ahead (donations welcome) for this relaxed, sun-soaked event on Su...

St. Louis City just crushed Minnesota United 4-2, extending their unbeaten run to a jaw-dropping 15 games — their last loss was back in May. Rafael Navarro lit up the scoreboard with two goals for the second straight game, while Carlo Holse added a goal and assist, and Daniel Edelman chipped in another. Holse, fresh off his move from Turkey, has now scored four in four games. Minnesota’s Kyle Dunc...

The St. Louis Cardinals honored baseball royalty this weekend, inducting Albert Pujols and Yadier Molina into the Cardinals Hall of Fame — alongside Bill Sherdel, a 1926 World Series hero. Pujols, a seven-homer legend, and Molina, one of the game’s greatest catchers, shared heartfelt tributes to fans and teammates during their emotional ceremonies. Sherdel, celebrated by family, added his legacy w...

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Five Missouri voters are suing Secretary of State Denny Hoskins for nearly $80 million, claiming he illegally rejected a referendum challenging the state’s new congressional map — even though it had enough valid signatures. The lawsuit accuses him of ignoring legal requirements and relying on flawed legal advice, while pushing a map that wasn’t supposed to be used. This redistricting mess, designe...

A Missouri man plunged 25 feet into a storm sewer after falling through a manhole—then yelled for help. Firefighters from High Ridge responded, rappelled down into the dark, cramped pipe, and used a specialized basket-and-rope system to safely extract him. Despite the harrowing conditions, their training and teamwork pulled off a miracle rescue. The man was rushed to the hospital with injuries, bu...

A three-year-old girl with a rare bone disease got a life-changing custom mobility chair—thanks to a grandma’s 3D printer and a stranger’s generosity. Kim Knittig, who started printing toys for her grandkids, teamed up with Make Good to build and donate 14 chairs, each costing families nothing. The chair let Lyla wheel herself out of surgery and play like any other kid, restoring joy and normalcy....

Join the spiritual revival at Hamilton Primary School in Otterville on Saturday, September 12, 2026—featuring food from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM, followed by worship and powerful Gospel preaching until 9 PM. Open to all, hosted by Otterville Baptist Church. Don’t miss this uplifting night of fellowship and inspiration. Address: 107 East Main St, Otterville, IL 62052. Call 618-498-2204 for details. Liste...

Step into the soul of Laurel Canyon with The Troubadours, who’ll bring you 25 legendary songs from the 60s and 70s—Mamas & the Papas, the Eagles, Joni Mitchell, Carole King, and more. Feel the magic of that iconic creative hub where folk and rock fused into timeless anthems. Saturday, Sept 12, 2026, 7–9 PM at Florissant Performing Arts Center. Tickets: $25. Call 314-921-5678 or email slfts@floriss...

Get ready to cheer on the Cardinals while celebrating recovery—Haven Recovery is teaming up with the St. Louis Cardinals for a special “Recovery Day at the Ballpark” on Saturday, September 12, 2026, against the Chicago White Sox. Part of their fourth annual STL Recovery Month, this event embraces the theme “Recovery Builds Community. Community Builds Recovery,” inviting everyone to unite in hope,...

David Eckstein thought he was walking off the 2006 World Series with a bright yellow Corvette—only to later discover it was a promotional stunt. After earning MVP honors with a stellar .360 batting average and clutch plays, he finally got to pick his dream car: a sleek black-on-black Corvette with red brakes, customized with his autograph and the World Series logo. He even gifted it to his brother...

Three fresh exhibitions launch at The Foundry Art Centre August 7th, spotlighting bold cultural intersections: Quinn Antonio Briceño blends Nicaraguan and American imagery in vibrant collages celebrating his dual heritage; Ido Michaeli reimagines Afghan carpets to depict Central Park, dissolving borders between cultures; and “Common Lore” explores how tattoo art evolves through circulation and myt...

A massive explosion rocked Meadowbrook, Illinois, Saturday afternoon, sending shockwaves through the neighborhood and billowing thick black smoke across Metro East. Emergency crews raced to the scene on Vine Street after reports of a powerful blast near a residential home, with authorities urging residents to stay away as they investigate the cause and assess damage—still unknown if anyone was hur...

A Jefferson County father, Harold Luster, 63, was convicted of first-degree murder and armed criminal action after fatally shooting his own son, 26-year-old Kevin Ward, on Christmas Eve 2024. The case spiraled from a family feud fueled by accusations of infidelity, with Luster allegedly threatening Ward’s fiancée before the deadly confrontation. Sentencing is scheduled for December 15, 2026 — a ha...

Get ready for a NASCAR Cup Series playoff showdown at World Wide Technology Raceway this Sunday — the Enjoy Illinois 300 is set to draw a fifth straight sell-out crowd, fueling electric energy as fans from across St. Louis descend for high-stakes racing. With nail-biting finishes and rising fan enthusiasm, the track’s growing reputation is undeniable. Even drivers like Ross Chastain are soaking in...

Tragedy struck Friday afternoon in Reynolds County, Missouri, when a 58-year-old man died and his 46-year-old passenger suffered moderate injuries in a single-vehicle crash. The SUV veered off the road, flipped, and overturned—no other vehicles or people were involved. The Missouri State Highway Patrol, Troop G, is investigating to determine what led to the loss of control, with more details expec...

Another heartbreaking tragedy hits St. Louis as a man in his 40s is found dead after shots fired early Saturday morning on Wells Avenue near Academy/Sherman Park. Police responded to the alley scene where he was unresponsive — pronounced dead at the scene. Homicide detectives are now investigating with limited details, urging anyone with even the smallest tip to come forward. Contact Metro PD or C...

A shocking murder unfolded at a St. Louis fish and chicken shop when 23-year-old Reginald Holmes was fatally shot during an attempted robbery. Surveillance footage shows 21-year-old Tah’Jae Reed directing the crime, armed and pulling the trigger after Holmes resisted. Reed now faces multiple serious charges including first-degree murder and is jailed without bond as authorities continue investigat...

Cahokia teachers are poised to strike unless a contract is reached, Missouri faces a shocking fivefold spike in cyclospora cases linked to a lettuce recall, St. Louis neighbors became unsung heroes during a World Cup blackout, Dogtown Pizza’s founder wrestles with family legacy and business direction, and St. Louis revisits its 150-year-old split from County—shaping the city we know today. Listen...

A father was sentenced to life without parole after a jury found him guilty of first-degree murder and armed criminal action for shooting his 21-year-old son on Christmas Eve — the victim, a construction worker on his way to meet his newborn, was killed during a family argument he claimed was meant to protect his pregnant fiancée. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipill...

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After 133 years, Kirkwood’s historic train station is finally reopening—transformed by a $4.7 million renovation that’s taken nearly a year to complete. More than just fresh paint, the restoration honors original craftsmanship with copper and brass accents on the new roof and revives classic passenger waiting areas. City officials and skilled carpenters poured heart into this project, breathing ne...