Evidence Shows Why Harvey’s Residency is in Question
Property records and social media postings indicate Harvey and his husband moved into their city home in late 2024.
Author: Glenn Burleigh
Harvey Not Seated on Saint Louis Board of Education
Dr. Robert S. Harvey was supposed to join the St. Louis Board of Education on January 27th, but he was not sworn in. Questions swirl around whether he meets the residency requirements to serve on the board.
McKinney Out at SLACO, Internal Review Underway
After months of internal conflict, SLACO has cut ties with former Executive Director Kevin McKinney and begun a review of how the venerable nonprofit found itself embroiled in controversy.
City’s “Sunshine” Data Shrouded in Darkness
City officials say egregious delays in public information releases are caused by the volume of requests, while failing to produce evidence proving their claims.
Discussing the Recent St. Louis Tax Incentive Report With Good Jobs First’s Anthony Elmo
Glenn Burleigh from Mound City Messenger discusses the recently released Good Jobs First report on local tax incentive usage with one of the report’s authors.
Aldermen Poised to Make Elections Less Meaningful
Reforms to the city’s municipal elections have gone through numerous tweaks in recent years. The latest proposal recreates an issue the nonpartisan system was meant to address.
Applications Open for Jamala Rogers Young Visionary Award
The Youth Council for Positive Development seeks applications for the 2025 Jamala Rogers Young Visionary Award, honoring youth activism in St. Louis.
The Peculiar Politics of Snow in St. Louis
Winter weather played a starring role in this year’s mayoral contest. Its return shows that it retains symbolic power in our local politics.
St. Louis City to Restore Transparency Portal Search Functionality
In recent months, local government watchdog Gerry Connolly observed an important change in the city’s Sunshine Law portal. The mayor’s office says this was done in error and will be corrected.
Impacted Renters Fund Debacle and Park Sale Show Who Matters to City Leaders
Renters have been left high and dry, while city leaders violate the charter to sell a public park to developers.
