Beth O'Malley
@stlbeth.bsky.social
St. Louis Post-Dispatch digital and breaking news editor. Camogie player. Cemetery walker. Soulard native and Gravois Park resident.
In 2015, flooding shut down Interstate 44 ... which, TBH, not unexpected at that time. But then it shut down Interstate 55. And that was wild. www.stltoday.com/news/archive...
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December 30, 2025 at 3:02 PM
In 2015, flooding shut down Interstate 44 ... which, TBH, not unexpected at that time. But then it shut down Interstate 55. And that was wild. www.stltoday.com/news/archive...
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@stltoday.com
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IT FINALLY HAPPENED I AM ON A PLANE WITH A BABY WHO SAYS “HI” TO EVERYONE AS HE GOES DOWN THE AISLE
December 24, 2025 at 8:31 PM
IT FINALLY HAPPENED I AM ON A PLANE WITH A BABY WHO SAYS “HI” TO EVERYONE AS HE GOES DOWN THE AISLE
Talking to family members who have lost someone is incredibly hard. But it's vital to tell the community about the victims' lives and work.
Reporters take that responsibility seriously.
Reporters take that responsibility seriously.
December 23, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Talking to family members who have lost someone is incredibly hard. But it's vital to tell the community about the victims' lives and work.
Reporters take that responsibility seriously.
Reporters take that responsibility seriously.
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LaTasha Brown's surviving daughter said her mother was a community servant with a "big personality and a bigger heart" and 9-year-old Paige Bucker was a "big bubble of light."
Mother killed in shooting, fire remembered for community service in Ferguson
LaTasha Brown's surviving daughter said her mother was a community servant with a "big personality and a bigger heart" and 9-year-old Paige Bucker was a "big bubble of light."
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December 23, 2025 at 5:35 PM
LaTasha Brown's surviving daughter said her mother was a community servant with a "big personality and a bigger heart" and 9-year-old Paige Bucker was a "big bubble of light."
The bonds can cover up to 70% of the cost.
70% of the cost.
70% of the cost.
Kansas lawmakers have approved a proposal to help fund a new stadium for the Kansas City Chiefs; the team is expected to announce the move later today.
Kansas lawmakers approve proposal to help Chiefs build new stadium across state line from Missouri
Kansas lawmakers have approved a proposal to help fund a new stadium for the Kansas City Chiefs; the team is expected to announce the move later today.
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December 22, 2025 at 8:48 PM
The bonds can cover up to 70% of the cost.
70% of the cost.
70% of the cost.
I mean, certainly, there are states without an NFL team. But how many states have lost two teams in 10 years?
December 22, 2025 at 8:48 PM
I mean, certainly, there are states without an NFL team. But how many states have lost two teams in 10 years?
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This story has been updated to reflect that they’re former board members.
I asked for documentation of when Eilermann stepped down since neither he nor the hospital system could remember when he resigned.
I asked for documentation of when Eilermann stepped down since neither he nor the hospital system could remember when he resigned.
SCOOP from me: St. Luke’s sells Des Peres hospital site.
Documents show the buyer is connected to St. Luke’s board members
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Documents show the buyer is connected to St. Luke’s board members
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St. Luke’s sells Des Peres hospital site to a firm tied to 2 board members
Records tie the transaction to one former and one current hospital board member: McBride Homes Chairman John Eilermann and real estate investor Daniel Stegmann.
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December 20, 2025 at 1:17 AM
This story has been updated to reflect that they’re former board members.
I asked for documentation of when Eilermann stepped down since neither he nor the hospital system could remember when he resigned.
I asked for documentation of when Eilermann stepped down since neither he nor the hospital system could remember when he resigned.
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December 17, 2025 at 12:30 AM
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lol @jamditis.bsky.social with a plea "I’ve already counted at least nine Nieman predictions this year that talk about AI. I think we’d see a much more substantive transformation in journalism if we started by simply learning how to use our computers." www.niemanlab.org/2025/12/plea...
Please learn how to use your computer
"The number of professionals in journalism, media, communications, and academia who still don't understand how to use the very tools they depend on for their livelihood is, frankly, staggering."
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December 16, 2025 at 8:12 PM
lol @jamditis.bsky.social with a plea "I’ve already counted at least nine Nieman predictions this year that talk about AI. I think we’d see a much more substantive transformation in journalism if we started by simply learning how to use our computers." www.niemanlab.org/2025/12/plea...
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Teens turn to a variety of online platforms, but YouTube continues to stand out. Roughly nine-in-ten teens report ever using it. TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat are the next most widely used platforms.
December 16, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Teens turn to a variety of online platforms, but YouTube continues to stand out. Roughly nine-in-ten teens report ever using it. TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat are the next most widely used platforms.
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St. Louis City SC is closing in on hiring Yoann Damet, currently an assistant coach with Columbus, as its new head coach, sources say, but the deal isn't done yet.
St. Louis City SC closing in on hiring Yoann Damet as new head coach, sources say
St. Louis City SC is closing in on hiring Yoann Damet, currently an assistant coach with Columbus, as its new head coach, sources say, but the deal isn't done yet.
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December 16, 2025 at 1:05 AM
St. Louis City SC is closing in on hiring Yoann Damet, currently an assistant coach with Columbus, as its new head coach, sources say, but the deal isn't done yet.
Newsroom discussion today: How people pronounce Bellefontaine. We decided: Bell-Fountain. Not Bell-Fon-Tane.
December 12, 2025 at 6:47 PM
Newsroom discussion today: How people pronounce Bellefontaine. We decided: Bell-Fountain. Not Bell-Fon-Tane.
If you know of a homicide that's not listed here, please email me: [email protected].
Sometimes police departments don't alert us to incidents. Sometimes I miss a story we've written up.
Thanks!
Sometimes police departments don't alert us to incidents. Sometimes I miss a story we've written up.
Thanks!
Approaching the end of the year, and the homicide tracker was updated late last week. Post-Dispatch reporters have covered about 245 homicides across the St. Louis region. Here's the free tracker: graphics.stltoday.com/apps/homicid...
St. Louis Homicide Tracker
Learn about homicide victims and trends with this database from the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
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December 9, 2025 at 5:56 PM
If you know of a homicide that's not listed here, please email me: [email protected].
Sometimes police departments don't alert us to incidents. Sometimes I miss a story we've written up.
Thanks!
Sometimes police departments don't alert us to incidents. Sometimes I miss a story we've written up.
Thanks!
Approaching the end of the year, and the homicide tracker was updated late last week. Post-Dispatch reporters have covered about 245 homicides across the St. Louis region. Here's the free tracker: graphics.stltoday.com/apps/homicid...
St. Louis Homicide Tracker
Learn about homicide victims and trends with this database from the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
graphics.stltoday.com
December 9, 2025 at 5:40 PM
Approaching the end of the year, and the homicide tracker was updated late last week. Post-Dispatch reporters have covered about 245 homicides across the St. Louis region. Here's the free tracker: graphics.stltoday.com/apps/homicid...
Having just finished a cancer screening, a quick reminder: If you have a family history of certain types of cancers (colon, breast cancers come to mind), please talk to your doctor about screening.
December 8, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Having just finished a cancer screening, a quick reminder: If you have a family history of certain types of cancers (colon, breast cancers come to mind), please talk to your doctor about screening.
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Should a federal judge rule the machines are illegal, police officers across the state — including some who participated in Guns 'N Hoses — could be tasked with investigating and enforcing Missouri's gambling laws
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St. Louis police fundraiser sponsored by operator of unregulated slot machines
Torch electronics, which a jury found operates gambling devices prohibited outside of Missouri casinos, was a key sponsor of the Guns 'N Hoses event.
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December 8, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Should a federal judge rule the machines are illegal, police officers across the state — including some who participated in Guns 'N Hoses — could be tasked with investigating and enforcing Missouri's gambling laws
www.stltoday.com/news/local/c...
www.stltoday.com/news/local/c...
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More than a year after Missouri voters approved enshrining abortion rights into the state constitution, the vast majority of Missourians seeking the procedure are still traveling out of state. @michelemunz.bsky.social explains why. www.stltoday.com/news/local/m...
Missouri legalized abortion, but most residents can't get appointments and go elsewhere
State figures show 80 abortions took place in Missouri clinics through October. Most Missourians seeking abortions are still traveling to other states.
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December 5, 2025 at 4:17 PM
More than a year after Missouri voters approved enshrining abortion rights into the state constitution, the vast majority of Missourians seeking the procedure are still traveling out of state. @michelemunz.bsky.social explains why. www.stltoday.com/news/local/m...
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“The National AIDS Memorial, through a partnership with the AIDS Quilt Touch team, presents all 50,000 panels of the AIDS Memorial Quilt in an interactive experience so people around the world can experience the beauty of the Quilt and witness the love and stories stitched into each panel.”
Interactive AIDS Quilt
The National AIDS Memorial, through a partnership with the AIDS Quilt Touch team, presents all 48,000 panels of the AIDS Memorial Quilt in an interactive experience People around the world can experie...
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December 1, 2025 at 11:19 PM
“The National AIDS Memorial, through a partnership with the AIDS Quilt Touch team, presents all 50,000 panels of the AIDS Memorial Quilt in an interactive experience so people around the world can experience the beauty of the Quilt and witness the love and stories stitched into each panel.”
Has any savory pie on Great British Baking Show looked appealing? No! Just serve the dish as a non-pie and it'll be great.
December 1, 2025 at 11:37 PM
Has any savory pie on Great British Baking Show looked appealing? No! Just serve the dish as a non-pie and it'll be great.
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Highways and streets were snarled with traffic Monday afternoon as snow fell across the area.
Snowfall causes traffic headaches across St. Louis area; MODOT surprised by storm's timing
Highways and streets were snarled with traffic Monday afternoon as snow fell across the area.
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December 1, 2025 at 10:58 PM
Highways and streets were snarled with traffic Monday afternoon as snow fell across the area.
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It includes classics like “Meet Me in St. Louis,” “Hairspray” and “South Pacific,” plus two Muny premieres: “Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations” and “Something Rotten!”
Muny announces 2026 season, including 'Shrek,' 'Hairspray' and 'Something Rotten!'
It includes classics like “Meet Me in St. Louis,” “Hairspray” and “South Pacific,” plus two Muny premieres: “Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations” and “Something Rotten!”
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December 1, 2025 at 11:13 PM
It includes classics like “Meet Me in St. Louis,” “Hairspray” and “South Pacific,” plus two Muny premieres: “Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations” and “Something Rotten!”
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Pornhub told users on its website that it is no longer operating in Missouri.
Pornhub shuts down in Missouri as state's age verification rule goes into effect
Pornhub told users on its website that it is no longer operating in Missouri.
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December 1, 2025 at 11:28 PM
Pornhub told users on its website that it is no longer operating in Missouri.
Did you drive through St. Louis in the snow today? How long did your trip take versus how long it usually takes? DM or reply; thanks! #stlwx
December 1, 2025 at 10:33 PM
Did you drive through St. Louis in the snow today? How long did your trip take versus how long it usually takes? DM or reply; thanks! #stlwx
It's always hilarious to me when the Great British Baking Show says "We're making flapjacks" or some other word (biscuits), and the result is NOT what this American was expecting. Flapjacks = pancakes (right?)
December 1, 2025 at 7:25 PM
It's always hilarious to me when the Great British Baking Show says "We're making flapjacks" or some other word (biscuits), and the result is NOT what this American was expecting. Flapjacks = pancakes (right?)
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The game story, with reaction from Kalish, Abonnel and Blair www.stltoday.com/sports/colle...
Two goals by Blair, two PK saves by Abonnel send SLU through to NCAA quarterfinals
After a 2-2 tie with No. 11 seed Bryant, SLU goalkeeper Jeremi Abonnel made two saves in the penalty kick shootout to send the Billikens to the NCAA quarterfinals
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December 1, 2025 at 4:08 AM
The game story, with reaction from Kalish, Abonnel and Blair www.stltoday.com/sports/colle...