No Nazi’s Friend: New Podcast Coming Soon
An oral history of the fight against white supremacists in the St. Louis underground music scene, told by those who experienced it.
Author: John Hancock IV
The Purpose of a System is What It Does: Interview with Janis Mensah
After their court victory, former Civilian Oversight Board member Janis Mensah spoke with Mound City Messenger about their experiences, both serving on the board and defending themselves against charges brought by the city.
A Spectre Haunts Omaha
How the rent-seeking class of the US’s 55th largest metropolis is threatening to unravel the nation’s tenant union organizing legal protections.
Today Wasn’t The Day
Volunteers from across the city pitched in to clear debris and roads. Someone has to help clean this up.
Protestors Demand Mahmoud Khalil’s Freedom As Trump Administration Shatters The Illusion Of “Free Speech”
On March 8, 2025, ICE agents arrested Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia graduate, without a warrant on his way home from an iftar dinner. Since then, protests erupted nationwide, demanding his liberty and emphasizing the fight for freedom of speech and justice against oppressive government actions.
Underhoused: The Front Line Of Tenant Organizing In St. Louis
Carleton Living’s abuses, Housing Authority negligence, and organizing at the front line of St. Louis’s class war.
Inauguration Intifada: St. Louis’s Left Shows Up
A diverse cross section of St. Louis’s left protested Donald Trump’s second inauguration, emphasizing solidarity against the federal government’s hard right turn. Speakers highlighted the need for organized action, community engagement, harnessing anger to drive political change, and holding elected officials accountable.
Breckenridge Hills And Woodson Terrace Police Attempt To Lynch Je’von Henderson; Rely On Courts To Finish Job
After a police encounter on October 30, Je’von Henderson was shot multiple times, leading to severe injuries. His mother details their distressing phone conversation before the incident. Je’von’s background reveals a caring, family-oriented young man facing systemic challenges and police harassment.
MTUG Fundraiser: We’re Not Going Anywhere
The Metro Trans Umbrella Group provides essential community connection, fostering a supportive environment for trans individuals amid ongoing political challenges and discrimination. The event highlighted the importance of community support, showcasing a variety of musical and drag performances. This article includes an interview with MTUG Executive Director June Choate.
SLMPD Murders Man Holding Scissors: Lies, Media Complicity, And The Normalization Of Extrajudicial Executions
On Wednesday, September 25th, Gregory Maxwell of Springfield Il was murdered by the police.
