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St. Louis American · St Louis, MO
Nearby: St Louis, MOThis week’s photo gallery connects music, faith and the future of Black Studies. Jodeci opens its Forever My Lady anniversary tour at Stifel Theatre, celebrating 35 years since the group’s debut album. Congregants gather for worship during COGIC’s 118th Holy Convocation at America’s Center in St. Louis. Jonathan Pulphus, a Saint Louis University alumnus and former OccupySLU organizer, opposes the potential elimination or restructuring of the university’s African American Studies department.
St. Louis American · St Louis, MO
Nearby: St Louis, MODr. John A. Wright spent a lifetime making sure Black St. Louis history would not be forgotten. He died Monday, Nov. 9, of pancreatic cancer, just two weeks after receiving the diagnosis, according to his family. He was 87. His books chronicled communities that no longer exist in the same form, while his work in education helped create opportunities for thousands of students. Wright, a native son of The Ville, built a career that spanned classrooms, central offices, boardrooms and archives. He became one of the region’s foremost historians of Black life in St. Louis. His son, John A. Wright Jr., said on social media that his father was surrounded by family at the hospital. “His children and grandchildren were able to say their goodbyes before he left us,” he wrote. “Growing up, I saw my grandfather as a giant of a man,” Chloi Wright said in a Facebook tribute. “Someone whose presence, accomplishments and impact on the world and community seem larger than life.
Student Life · St Louis, MO
Nearby: St Louis, MOMaggie Xu | Staff Illustrator This past midterm election was one that made history. There were several “first” titles distributed among race winners, such as Georgia electing the first Black woman governor in U.S. history and Minnesota electing the first Indigenous senator. While young voters helped Democrats win big across the country, only 11% of electorate voters were aged 18-29. In St. Louis County, 61% of registered voters showed up to the polls during midterms. Only 10% of those voters were aged 18-29. While this statistic could be attributed to the distribution of voters’ ages, which is information that is not public online, it is alarming that voter turnout among our age group has dropped by roughly 16% since the 2022 midterm elections. Our political apathy does not serve us, but instead creates an environment where lawmakers can attempt to take advantage and deprive us of basic rights. Voting is a way for you to advocate for yourself and others in your community.
St. Louis American · St Louis, MO
Nearby: St Louis, MOMusic, community and youth entrepreneurship came together at the Zeeoma Foundation’s inaugural gala on November 8, 2026, at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis. Nigerian singer Teni Apata performed as guests celebrated the foundation’s mission to connect young people in St. Louis and Lagos through trade, skills and paid learning opportunities. The evening also recognized honoree Dr. Amber Howlett-Bayoc.
St. Louis Post-Dispatch · Kirkwood, MO
Nearby: Kirkwood, MOThe entire City Council will be shut out of talking with auditors as they dig into Kirkwood's city-owned electric department. The move is meant to avoid conflicts of interest.
St. Louis Post-Dispatch · St. Charles, MO
Nearby: St. Charles, MOA staff member stole nearly 2,000 pills, including painkillers, from residents of a St. Charles nursing home, charges say.
