The Plug STL is helping St. Louis youth ages 12–24 build stronger futures through career training, postsecondary support, mentorship, and life skills. As a Families United initiative, the program creates practical pathways to opportunity while investing in safer, stronger communities.
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Park and Ride Service for the FIFA Fan Festival™ in Kansas City
Kansas City’s new Park KC park and ride service makes the FIFA Fan Festival™ easy to reach. Park at two City garages, ride ADA-accessible shuttles to the National WWI Museum and Memorial, and grab $11 passes online in advance at kcmo.gov/parking.
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Match Ready KC: How Kansas City Is Gearing Up for the World Cup 2026 (and Why You’ll Love the Results)
Match Ready KC is Kansas City’s coordinated plan to get ready for the 2026 FIFA World Cup while creating lasting benefits for residents, businesses, and visitors. From infrastructure improvements and public art to neighborhood upgrades and small business support, the city is using the global spotlight to build a stronger future.
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Game On, St. Louis: Your World Cup 2026 Health and Safety Playbook
St. Louis is gearing up for FIFA World Cup 2026 crowds, and visitors should come prepared. From heat and hydration to medical tents, food safety, and emergency alerts, this guide breaks down the essentials for staying safe during match-day events around Energizer Park.
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Mayor Cara Spencer Appoints Stephen Davis as Chief Economic Development Officer
Mayor Cara Spencer has named Stephen Davis as St. Louis’ new chief economic development officer, bringing a veteran SLDC executive into a key role shaping the city’s business growth, investment strategy, and equitable development agenda.
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St. Louis’ Crime Chime: Anthony Tyrone Gresham Charged in Midtown MARTA Shooting: Gunfire, Arrest, and Atlanta’s Demand for Safer Transit
Midtown MARTA station shooting suspect Anthony Tyrone Gresham was arrested in Douglas County after a Friday-evening attack wounded a rider in the arm and leg. Here’s what happened and how Atlanta is responding to growing transit safety concerns.
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St. Louis’ Crime Chime: Father Killed After Refusing $12,000 to Stay Silent in Daughter’s Assault Case, Ferguson Prosecutors Say
A Ferguson father was allegedly targeted after reporting his teenage daughter’s rape and refusing a $12,000 bribe to stop cooperating, according to prosecutors. Now the St. Louis County case is moving forward with multiple defendants charged in what authorities describe as a deadly witness intimidation plot.
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St. Louis’ Crime Chime: Austin Metcalf Stabbing Trial: Karmelo Anthony Faces Murder Charge as Jurors Hear Key Evidence
Jurors heard emotional testimony in the murder trial of Karmelo Anthony, who is charged in the fatal stabbing of Austin Metcalf during a Texas high school track meet. The case has drawn attention for its courtroom reactions, disputed self-defense claim, and witness accounts of the deadly confrontation.1
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FreightWeekSTL 2026 Opens with Forward-Looking Conversation on Innovative Supply Chain Companies Garnering Investment
Join us at FreightWeek St. Louis 2026 as industry leaders explore innovative supply chain solutions, emerging technologies, and investment opportunities shaping the future of transportation and logistics.
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St. Clair County to Host Community Donation Drive Supporting Deployed Airmen from Scott Air Force Base
Join St. Clair County on July 9, 2026, in supporting our deployed Airmen through a heartfelt donation drive. Come together as a community and show your support for those serving abroad.
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Celebrate Father’s Day & Mango Festival at Island SPACE Before the June 21 World Cup Match in South Florida!
Join us at Island SPACE in South Florida for a fun-filled Mango Festival and Father’s Day celebrations before the June 21 World Cup match. Enjoy family activities, delicious mango treats, and festive vibes!
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Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Beta Eta Zeta Chapter Celebrates Centennial Scholar and University of Alabama Graduate
Celebrate with Zeta Phi Beta Sorority’s Beta Eta Zeta Chapter as they honor their $125,000 Centennial Scholar and University of Alabama 2026 graduate, exemplifying leadership and academic excellence.
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Healthy4U Launches ‘I’m Here’ — An AI Companion for Emotional Support
The new AI module offers 24/7 empathetic mental wellness support, combining evidence-based techniques with a warm, human-centered approach.
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Music Talkers Gives Artists the Chance to Feature Their Music on Rolling Stone UK, The Source & Top Publication Websites
Discover how Music Talkers enables artists to showcase their music on prestigious platforms like Rolling Stone UK, The Source, and other top publication websites, boosting exposure and industry recognition.
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From Bedrock to Breakthrough: The Human Story Behind Flintstones to Jetsons
A perioperative nurse captures 40+ real voices to honor the people behind every surgical breakthrough — before their legacy is lost.
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Young Men Heal: Why Teen Boys Hide Emotional Pain and How Families Can Help
Braveminds Academy’s Young Men Heal movement helps parents identify hidden signs of anxiety, depression, and emotional struggles in teen boys.
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St. Louis’ Crime Chime: John Hammond Charged with First-Degree Murder After Mariah Fearn Killed in Alton Home Shooting
Alton home shooting investigators say John Hammond was charged after Mariah Fearn was killed and another person was wounded inside a Milton Drive residence.
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St. Louis’ Crime Chime: Tyrell Billey Accused in Vine Street Gunfire Chaos, Hit with 2 Class X Home Invasion Charges
O’Fallon shooting authorities say Tyrell Billey was charged with two Class X home invasion counts after gunfire during a domestic dispute wounded a woman on North Vine Street.
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St. Louis’ Crime Chime: Brion D. Bess Hit with First-Degree Murder Charge in Fatal Shooting of Ni’kajha A.K. Johnson
Crime in St. Louis remains a pressing issue as authorities charge Brion D. Bess in the fatal East St. Louis shooting of Ni’kajha A.K. Johnson. Illinois State Police say the case is still under investigation as court proceedings move forward.
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$190M School Funding Cut, $17.7M in Unclaimed Money, and a Police Board Power Grab — Here’s What St. Louis Must Know Now
St. Louis legislative update: The 77th District’s latest recap breaks down the Missouri budget, a $190 million school funding shortfall, $17.7 million in unclaimed money, grant opportunities, constitutional amendments, and the ongoing police board funding fight.
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POP-A-THON: How One St. Louis Popcorn Brand Is Fighting to Save Local Jobs
Pop Pop Hurray’s POP-A-THON is more than a popcorn promotion. The three-day St. Louis event is a community-driven effort to protect jobs, sustain a Black-owned business, and remind residents that small purchases can make a big impact.1
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City of St. Louis Invites Community to PlanSTL Area 4 Breakfast Club Open House
The PlanSTL initiative aims to engage residents, community organizations, schools and local leaders to identify shared priorities and long-term goals.
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Delta Dental Invests $131 Million to Enhance Nationwide Oral Health Care, Reaching 24 Million People Including Nearly 260,000 Missourians
Delta Dental invests $131 million to improve oral health care across the U.S., benefiting 24 million people, including nearly 260,000 Missourians. Discover how this commitment boosts access and health outcomes nationwide.
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New MPD Chief, Medicaid Chaos & FBI’s Most Wanted Fraudster: What This Week’s Minnesota News Reveals About Who’s Really Accountable: Minneapolis and St. Paul’s Week In Review
Twin Cities and Minnesota news this week exposes the tension between institutional failure and community strength — from MPD’s leadership vacuum and a Medicaid provider purge to a federal fraud bombshell and a city that keeps celebrating.
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Bill Peterson Named Interim Police Chief as Walz Signs Bonding Bill & ICE Surge Costs MN Hospitality $70M: Minneapolis and St. Paul’s Week In Review
This week’s Twin Cities and Minnesota news covers a sudden MPD leadership change, ongoing storm and flood impacts, and community stories that reveal how policy decisions ripple through everyday life across the metro.