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This Friday, September 18th, the Delmar Loop transforms parking spots into vibrant public spaces for PARK(ing) Day—complete with shade, seating, games, and greenery. Local partners like Operation Food Search, Forest ReLeaf, and the Sam Fox School bring art, food drives, free trees, and interactive installations to spark community conversation and reimagine urban life on Delmar Boulevard. It’s a ha...

Step into a surreal, meditative world where everyday moments collide with existential questions in “The Last Show on Earth” — a groundbreaking multimedia play at the Kranzberg Arts Center. Inspired by Roy Andersson’s cinematic style, it’s less linear story and more emotional collage, exploring modern life through fragmented scenes that invite you to question your place in a hyper-connected, mediat...

Get your groove on every Friday and Saturday night at City Foundry STL, where live music from 7 to 9 PM features local St. Louis talent across jazz, rock, and acoustic vibes—perfectly paired with food and drinks from 19+ kitchens in the Food Hall. This weekly series runs through December 31, 2026—so grab your crew, hit the scene, and enjoy two hours of nonstop beats and bites. Listen in comfort: G...

A late-night noise complaint in St. Louis County spiraled into a deadly standoff when officers found a resident firing live rounds from inside his home. After warnings and failed negotiations, an officer fired, striking the man, who was later found deceased. Authorities are investigating — and urge anyone with info to call 314-615-3000. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://so...

A South Grand Boulevard business district sparked outrage after sending a letter urging shop owners not to give food or water to homeless people — a move swiftly condemned by district head Allie Schallert as “terrible” and “inappropriate.” The letter, born from the president’s personal struggles with encampments and overwhelmed emergency services, came across as dismissive and under-resourced. Sch...

Meet Harvey, the one-of-a-kind mutant cockroach who stole the show in St. Louis—split down the middle with one dark brown side and one striped caramel side. Discovered in March 2024 at the Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House, he defied all odds, living over a year and becoming an international sensation among insect lovers. Though his life ended, his legacy endures: scientists now hold onto his remain...

St. Louis County confirms its first measles case in 20 years — a highly contagious disease that can spread to nearly all unvaccinated people. The patient, who rode the train to Chicago on Aug. 27, was exposed to another vaccinated passenger already diagnosed with measles. Both were vaccinated, but the vaccine isn’t 100% effective — about 3% of people don’t develop full immunity. Health officials a...

A St. Louis man drowned at the Lake of the Ozarks Wednesday afternoon while attempting to exit his boat near the seven-mile marker — marking the ninth drowning this year and the third deadliest on record. The woman with him called for help but was unharmed. Authorities are investigating, urging boaters to always wear life jackets, ensure everyone can swim, and follow safety protocols — a sobering...

A teen caught in gunfire in the Jeff-Vander-Lou area survives thanks to quick police response, while his friend—armed and present—walks away unharmed. Authorities are now hunting a Black male suspect, 18-20, 5’10” to 6’1”, medium build, in a dark hoodie who fled the scene. Witnesses and surveillance footage could be key as the community reels from another violent incident targeting young lives. Li...

Heat wave still gripping the region with temps hitting mid to upper 90s and humidity making it feel like 100-105 degrees—heat advisories are in effect. Any rain? Just scattered showers up north, mostly Thursday/Friday afternoons. Construction workers and delivery drivers are especially at risk. But relief is on the way: a cold front arrives late Sunday into Monday, bringing real rain and a much-ne...

The St. Louis Blues kick off training camp Thursday, setting the stage for a fresh start under new GM Alexander Steen as they aim to bounce back from last year’s playoff miss. With a grueling 2023-24 season behind them and a tough opener against the Dallas Stars on October 2nd, the team is focused on building chemistry, sharpening their game, and making a serious push for the postseason in the 202...

A man from Sparta, Illinois, just got a ten-year prison sentence for brutally abusing his Rottweiler, Trek—leaving the dog chained to an SUV in 90-degree heat, driving around with it alive, then dumping it in a gravel lot. Despite rescue efforts, Trek died from injuries too severe to treat. This case sends a chilling message: animal cruelty won’t be tolerated. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on...

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A beloved back-to-school supply giveaway in Pine Lawn has been canceled after organizers paid $285 for a park permit they never received — sparking outrage over city bureaucracy and neglected public spaces. Despite refunding the fee, tensions rise as residents blame the city for locked gates, broken bathrooms, and unsafe parks that leave kids with nowhere to go. The mayor defends the permit proces...

Missouri’s new ALPR rules are tightening the grip on surveillance tech: Governor Kehoe’s executive order mandates 30-day data deletion, bans vendor sales, restricts use to criminal justice and lifesaving efforts, and outright prohibits facial recognition integration. Police chiefs like Kurt Frisz in St. Charles County say their own policies already align — even after switching from Flock to Genete...

MetroLink’s safety game just got a major upgrade—new cameras, smarter surveillance, and improved platforms are making riders feel safer than ever, helping rebuild trust and boost transit use across the city. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public repo...

A Missouri MoDOT maintenance supervisor, Artemus Jamal Jackson, aka AJ, is facing federal mail fraud charges after allegedly stealing state equipment—including $24K in lawn mowers and a $5K trailer—by faking invoices, staging fake burglaries, and even leaving cryptic notes like “NORMANDY! MOWERS! MODOT!!!” to cover his tracks. Prosecutors say he used his position to siphon funds, moved the stolen...

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Get your Saturday night groove on at City Foundry STL, where live music runs the show every Saturday through December 31, 2026—featuring everything from smooth jazz to rock anthems. Fuel up with tasty eats and drinks from the Food Hall, vibe with friends or solo, and catch local talent in a spot that’s been rocking the Saint Louis scene for years. Located at 3730 Forest Park Ave, it’s the perfect...

Two Ethiopian twin sisters, conjoined at the head and never having seen each other’s faces, underwent a groundbreaking, year-long surgical journey in St. Louis that transformed their lives — allowing them to finally touch, snuggle, and connect as sisters for the first time. With meticulous planning and global medical collaboration, surgeons successfully separated them, overcoming immense challenge...

Citizens rally at the Missouri state capitol demanding a pause on new data center construction, citing environmental and public health concerns over water and energy use. Retired tech professor Nancy Zeliff and advocacy group Clear Air For Kids lead the charge, urging lawmakers to prioritize sustainability before expanding AI infrastructure — with potential legislation set to begin in December. Li...

A giant 10-foot-tall sculpture of Jean Baptiste Pointe DuSable, Chicago’s founding father and first non-indigenous settler, has debuted on Main Street in St. Charles—where he spent his final years. Installed outside the historic St. Charles County Historical Society, the striking monument sparks curiosity and honors DuSable’s legacy as the “first Chicagoan,” while also drawing attention to his Mis...

Joshua Báez’s early exit from Wednesday’s game due to left-side tightness sent shockwaves through the Cardinals, but fans can breathe easy—he’s being considered day-to-day and could return soon. With just nine games left and the team chasing a .500 finish, keeping Báez healthy is crucial. The 23-year-old has already shown superstar potential since his MLB debut, smacking seven homers in 29 games a...

A Missouri DOT supervisor in Normandy is under fire for allegedly swiping state credit cards for a $50K personal shopping spree across 300+ purchases—electronics, furniture, and more—while faking returns to disguise the theft. He even tried to cover up stolen department mowers by staging fake disappearances and leaving cryptic messages. Fired in July after the scandal broke, he now faces four coun...

A 20-year-old from Ste. Genevieve, Missouri, faces terroristic threat charges after posting chilling videos online targeting the Catholic Archdiocese of St. Louis, vowing to “kill them all” — just days after his release from jail for a separate child pornography arrest. He allegedly posted directly to the archdiocese’s Facebook page and even sent his phone number, demanding they call him — but no...