City Wins Latest Round in Prop R Legal Battle
Despite passing at the ballot box, city redistricting and ethics reforms have been held up in court for years. The latest ruling in the city’s favor clears the way for potential implementation.
Tagged: Cara Spencer
New City Policy Punishing Parents is Misguided
St. Louis police are penalizing the parents of youth arrested at public gatherings. Similar policies haven’t been shown to work.
Murray: Kelley is the Clear Choice for 8th Ward Alderman
State Representative Marty Joe Murray makes the case for Shedrick Kelley in the 8th Ward’s aldermanic race. Kelley won the Democratic nomination in the race and faces numerous competitors.
Kehoe’s Police Board Pick Continues Local Family Tradition
The Saracino family, known for their restaurants in St. Louis, has a long history of serving on local police commissions. Governor Kehoe has now appointed a member to the state board overseeing the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department.
Spencer Administration Declines to Provide Tornado Response Payroll Information
Following a tornado damaging St. Louis and surrounding communities, city officials claim strong response efforts. On social media, many local activists argue otherwise. Requests for payroll data aimed at verifying city claims were denied.
Allen: Destroying North St. Louis Has Been City Policy for Decades Pt. 1
St. Louis faces unprecedented devastation from an EF3 tornado, impacting primarily lower-income Black neighborhoods in north St. Louis. Michael Allen sees the legacy of the infamous Team 4 plan in the city’s current tragedy.
Mother Nature Doesn’t Play Favorites
A snowstorm helped Mayor Spencer get elected, and now a tornado will likely define the first year of her administration.
Spencer Administration Goes Back To The Future
Mayor Cara Spencer’s staffing choices have prioritized experienced veterans. Supporters see it as a positive change to address city dysfunction, while detractors argue it’s a regression toward control by the city’s white elites.
Michael Allen Discusses Mayoral Campaign, Expectations For Spencer Administration Pt. 2/2
The second half of our discussion revolves around the decline of nonprofit influence in local politics, the challenges facing Black political power in St. Louis, and what might lie ahead for the Spencer administration.
Michael Allen Discusses Mayoral Campaign, Expectations For Spencer Administration Pt. 1/2
MCM editor Glenn Burleigh discusses the recent election results and early Spencer administration hires with regular contributor Michael Allen. Pt 1/2
