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Monday, May 4 - 25 years of new music May 04, 2026

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Alarm Will Sound has staked out a unique space within the field of new music, sometimes called contemporary classical. A 25th anniversary concert on Tuesday at the Grandel will feature music that reflects many of the artistic twists and turns Alarm Will Sound has taken.

Friday, May 1 - Regulating Illinois' data centers May 01, 2026

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Illinois continues to see high demand for new data centers, increasing the strain on the state’s utility grid. State lawmakers are considering legislation to rein in new data center proposals.

Thursday, April 30 - Rebuilding, reopening, recovering Apr 30, 2026

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With recovery from the May 16 tornado stalling, there is growing demand to direct the full 250 million dollars in Rams settlement funds to the hardest-hit areas of St. Louis. STLPR’s Rachel Lippmann breaks down the idea. Plus, Stella Blues bar is poised to reopen, two years after a devastating fire: STLPR's Jessica Rogen introduces us to the group of staff determined to give it back to the community.

Wednesday, April 29 - Making connections in STEM Apr 29, 2026

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STLPR's Sarah Fentem introduces us to Noorishment STL, a group offering STEM workshops that bring hands-on training to high school students. The group’s founders want to ensure teens that careers in medicine and engineering are possible.

Tuesday, April 28 - Mixing media, making magic Apr 28, 2026

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Artist and educator Carmon Colangelo is retiring this month after 20 years as the founding dean of Washington University’s Sam Fox School of Visual Arts and Design. As an innovative print-maker, Colangelo mixes media and combines old and new techniques. A survey show of his work is now on view at the Bruno David Gallery in Clayton. He chats with STLPR's Jeremy Goodwin about his approach.

Monday, April 27 - Developing memories Apr 27, 2026

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A south St. Louis shop is hoping to make an old-school photography experience new again. St. Louis Public Radio’s Brian Munoz takes you behind the scenes at ‘Analog.’

Friday, April 24 - "Growth gets more growth" Apr 24, 2026

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For the first time in 32 years, Lou Magdits is not on the Rolla City Council. He did not seek re-election after 12 years as Mayor, three terms that followed 20 years representing the city’s fourth ward. Madgits sat down with St. Louis Public Radio’s Jonathan Ahl to talk about his time in office.

Thursday April 23 - Boosting literacy among Black children Apr 23, 2026

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Research shows just 14% of Black students in St. Louis are proficient readers. Literacy organizations like Black Men Read are trying to increase those rates by providing free books and tutorials to students in the area. St. Louis Public Radio’s Andrea Henderson takes us into a classroom where Black children get to see people who look like them, encouraging them to read.

Wednesday, April 22 - And the winner is... Apr 22, 2026

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Resolutions in several stories we've been following, including over picking a sheriff and a city council member, legislation on income taxes, and a controversial data center project. Plus, why some say the lack of a formal mascot at the University of Illinois is actually harming the campus community.

Tuesday, April 21 - Student loans and professions in need Apr 21, 2026

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New restrictions on student loan could hurt students and communities that need professionals like doctors and lawyers the most.

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