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Wednesday, Sept. 10 - A fresh start for tattooed inmates Sep 10, 2025

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Many incarcerated people say they’re working to better themselves while they do time. But, there are barriers to that… some of which are more than skin deep. Lauren Frost takes us to Canton, Illinois where an inmate has an idea for a program that could help people in custody to start fresh.

Tuesday, Sept. 9 - "We need to be working together" Sep 09, 2025

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The northside of St. Louis looks like a wasteland following the May 16th tornado, and residents say they fear it will remain this way if the government doesn’t provide the resources to rebuild. Some say the money they received from the Federal Emergency Management Agency wasn’t enough, and others simply want the city to put its money where its mouth is. St. Louis Public Radio’s Lacretia Wimbley reports that while city leaders agree that things should be moving faster, they say they’re doing the best they can to disperse limited resources.

Monday, Sept. 8 - Keeping up with the Mo. Special Session Sep 08, 2025

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Lawmakers return to Jefferson City this week to consider Republican proposals to change the state’s congressional map and limit voters’ ability to pass laws. Democrats are calling those efforts illegal and racist. We’ll get a preview from STLPR’s Jason Rosenbaum. Plus, actress Tina Lifford credits her longevity towards prioritizing her mental wellness. STLPR's Marissanne Lewis-Thompson spoke with the Illinois native ahead of her appearance this week at the Own Your Now Wellness Experience in St. Louis about her career, mental health, and how she became an actress.

Friday, Sept. 5 - A water fight in the Metro East Sep 05, 2025

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As private companies like Illinois American Water expand their footprint in the Metro East, some communities are left with a decision: spend millions to upgrade municipal water systems or sell to a corporation that can afford the upkeep. St. Louis Public Radio’s Will Bauer explores the tough question posed to southwest Illinois towns.

Thursday, Sept. 4 - Picking up where the City isn't Sep 04, 2025

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St. Louis community members are still helping clean up debris from the May tornado. Some have spent tens of thousands on dumpsters for north St. Louis neighborhoods, where city clean-up lags behind. St. Louis Public Radio’s Andrea Henderson spoke with people who’ve committed many months and dollars on the effort.

Wednesday, Sept. 3 - Keeping detainees connected Sep 03, 2025

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A group of activists is offering assistance to ICE detainees during their stay at a Ste. Genevieve jail. Volunteers with “Abide in Love” say it’s a form of protest, and a way to provide comfort to immigrants facing possible deportation. Organizer Susan Johnson discusses why she formed the group with St. Louis Public Radio’s Ulaa Kuziez.

Tuesday, Sept. 2 - Former National Guard leader warns against IL deployment Sep 02, 2025

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As President Trump threatens a federal deployment to Chicago to combat crime, the former leader of Illinois’ National Guard is admonishing that prospect. St. Louis Public Radio’s Will Bauer speaks with former Adjutant General of Illinois and Democratic Congressman Bill Enyart.

Friday, August 29 - Drama and legacy in the courtroom Aug 29, 2025

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We have updates in the ongoing legal dramas for the St. Louis Sheriff, the St. Louis County Executive, and Missouri's abortion laws. Then: starting Tuesday, visitors to the Cahill courthouse in Downtown St. Louis will have a chance to learn about pioneering judges from the 22nd Judicial Circuit. The St. Louis Law Library is hosting the exhibit, which is based on oral histories done for the Judicial Legacy Project. St. Louis Public Radio’s Rachel Lippmann gets a preview. The Gateway is off Monday for Labor Day, and will be back in your feed Tuesday.

Thursday, August 28 - Andrew Bailey's path from AG to FBI Aug 28, 2025

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Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey will be leaving state politics in September to take a high level position with the FBI. As St. Louis Public Radio’s Jason Rosenbaum reports, some Missourians expect Bailey could make a big impact nationally.

Wednesday, August 27 - Nikki Glaser's not going anywhere Aug 27, 2025

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Nikki Glaser grew up in Kirkwood and lives in St. Louis, and she’s a nationally known comedian. Her notoriety got a boost recently when she hosted the Golden Globe Awards and participated in the roast of quarterback Tom Brady. Glaser spoke with St. Louis On The Air senior producer Emily Woodbury about how even with those accolades, she still suffers from imposter syndrome.

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