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Illustration of campaign finance influence in urban development, featuring money flowing into city hall surrounded by construction cranes and a data center.
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Opinion: Follow the Money in Midtown Data Center Decisions

by David BeckfordApril 23, 2026April 25, 2026

St. Louis’ $3 billion Midtown data center approval highlights the intersection of campaign finance and urban development. Follow the money to uncover the story behind the unanimous vote and its implications for transparency and public trust.

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Her Story Matters: The Real Problem in St. Louis isn’t Street Vendors. It’s That We Keep Fighting Our Own Culture.

by Daffney Moore, Ph.D.March 10, 2026March 11, 2026
The image shows Alderman Rasheen Aldridge addressing a community meeting. He is wearing a yellow hoodie and gesturing while holding papers, with two women seated at a table in the background.
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St. Louis Alderman Rasheen Aldridge: The Future of the Homeless Tent Encampment at 10th and Cass

by Elliott Davis FacebookFebruary 10, 2026February 10, 2026
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Why Defending St. Louis Matters: City Pride, Urban Identity, and Global Perception

by The Newsletter 05January 3, 2026January 6, 2026
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Smart Growth America: Advancing Sustainable Community Development Since 2000

by The Newsletter 05March 9, 2025March 9, 2025
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Metro Atlanta’s Population Surge: What to Expect by 2050

by David BeckfordOctober 13, 2024October 13, 2024
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Redefining Urban Living: Black Developer Cuts Ribbon on $23Million Project in Southwest Detroit

by David Beckford and Ebony JJ CurryJune 19, 2024June 19, 2024

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