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Thursday, July 30 - Amendment 5 Jul 30, 2026

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On Tuesday, Missourians will decide the fate of a proposed constitutional amendment that gives lawmakers the ability to expand sales and use taxes in order to eliminate the state income tax. While proponents of the measure say it would create growth for Missouri, opponents argue it will increase the cost of living in the state. St. Louis Public Radio’s Sarah Kellogg reports.

Wednesday, July 29 - "We were not notified" Jul 29, 2026

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Overland’s mayor is speaking out about the federal enforcement action preceding the deaths of a couple who'd recently left the city due to federal immigration enforcement action there. Plus, a breakdown at what the outcome of the Bush-Bell matchup will say about the future of the Democratic Party.

Tuesday, July 28 - Local teens take center stage Jul 28, 2026

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Two high schoolers represented St. Louis on the national stage at the Jimmy Awards. Langston Casey, a recent graduate of Grand Center Arts Academy, and Julia Gerling, a rising senior at Union High School, headed to the National High School Musical Theatre Awards last month. There, high school actors and actresses are coached and trained by Broadway professionals for scholarships.

Monday, July 27 - Housing protection may fall short Jul 27, 2026

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A WashU professor says a bipartisan federal bill aiming to make it easier to build housing while targeting corporate landlords who buy up thousands of homes doesn't go far enough.

Friday, July 24 - The dump next door Jul 24, 2026

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South St. Louis County residents are speaking out against a proposal to fill a quarry that has sat empty for decades. They worry the project could have negative effects on flooding, traffic and air quality.

Thursday, July 23 - A deluge of emergencies Jul 23, 2026

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Extreme thunderstorms are happening more frequently in Missouri. These often lead to flash floods. Jana Rose Schleis reports on how the increased threat of rising water is changing the work of emergency responders.

Wednesday, July 22 - Location, location, location! Jul 22, 2026

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The so-called Midwest Exodus of the early 2020s may be over. As the Midwest Newsroom’s Holly Edgell reports, housing affordability and social ties play a major role in drawing people to the region.

Tuesday, July 21 - Cleared for departure Jul 21, 2026

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Rhonda Hamm-Niebruegge will soon depart Lambert St. Louis International Airport for the last time as its director. She’s retiring after 16 years at the helm. She sat down with STLPR’s Abby Llorico to discuss her career and what’s next for Lambert.

Monday, July 20 - All dogs go to Haven Street Jul 20, 2026

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Dogs in St. Louis’ Holly Hills neighborhood have a place they must go on their walks. It’s a water fountain set up by a resident to help take care of furry friends on hot days, and also bring the neighborhood together. But the reach goes even farther thanks to a camera that puts the good boys and girls online. St. Louis Public Radio’s Marissanne Lewis-Thompson brings us to the hottest spot on Haven street.

Friday, July 17 - Wyclef Jean will reply to your post-MATI DM Jul 17, 2026

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The MATI festival — also known as Music at the Intersection —is presenting one hundred artists this weekend across five stages in Grand Center. Hip hop performer and producer Wyclef Jean headlines on Sunday at the Fabulous Fox Theatre. St. Louis Public Radio's Aaron Doerr asked him if he had a specific message for his St. Louis audience.

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