Abby Llorico
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Feeling stressed? Here's how to make the most of it
Stress can sometimes be a good thing, if you have the tools to manage it. → Read More
Celebrated artist's diversity mural censored at Cahokia High School
St. Louis artist Cbabi Bayoc painted the mural at Cahokia High School in Illinois. The phrase "Black Lives Matter" in the mural was covered up. → Read More
'Shock, but not surprise': Local experts break down Russian invasion of Ukraine and history between the countries
Ukraine and International Relation experts weigh in on the lead-up to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. → Read More
Misunderstanding, misinformation contribute to low child vaccine rates
Kids aren't getting COVID-19 vaccines at the same rates as adults in Missouri: and some health experts say misinformation and misunderstanding could be why. → Read More
Record inflation hitting Missouri farmers
Most will have no choice but to pass some of the cost on to consumers. → Read More
Gateway Speedskating introduces young people to the popular Olympic sport
One of their own will compete in Beijing this February. → Read More
What is 'The Bluest Eye' about and why teachers say it's better to teach it in class than ban it
“There are books that are perhaps better read with the help of an adult, maybe in particular, an adult who is trained on how to handle some of these tough topics." → Read More
"I think this is a very good community": Wu family roster full of hockey lovers
A move to west county years ago made St. Louis their residence. A team made it home. With no experience in hockey, a fun hobby was passed down to their kids. → Read More
Teen figure skaters find friendship on the ice in St. Louis
Even when they're on the ice alone, St. Louis teen figure skaters are in good company. → Read More
St. Louis doctor studying possible treatment for long COVID-19 symptoms
One patient says her life is nearly "back to normal", after more than a year of debilitating side effects, thanks to Dr. Weinstock's treatment. → Read More
What to do about 'inconclusive' COVID test results
Scoring a COVID-19 test appointment can be complicated, but the results can be too. PCR tests are processed in a lab and in short supply across the country. → Read More
You were around someone who tested positive for COVID-19. Now what?
Here is some information on how to navigate this scenario if you are unvaccinated, vaccinated or boosted. Quarantine guide updated for omicron. → Read More
Did you get the J&J vaccine? Here's what to know about its effectiveness and booster guidance
Here's what to know about the single-dose J&J vaccination, including its efficacy, who should get boosters and when, and the rare thrombosis side effect. → Read More
Neighbors team up to discourage 'celebratory gunfire' on New Year's Eve
The community is leaning in to an effort to stop dangerous gunshots in the city. → Read More
What is 5G, and do you need it?
The answer will depend on how "connected" you want to be. → Read More
New eyedrops promise to replace reading glasses
Vuity is a newly FDA-approved eyedrop designed to replace reading glasses. It's especially helpful for people living with the eye condition presbyopia. → Read More
Regulators challenge Spire's communication over future of STL Pipeline
After months of issuing warnings of possible service disruptions, Spire Energy is being ordered to send out a different kind of message. → Read More
Inflation: Explained by a high school economics teacher
Although it's an expected part of the economy, right now we're living through the highest spike in 30 years. Some experts say things will get better after the pandemic. → Read More
St. Louis pet rescue groups 'drowning' in abandoned cats, dogs
They believe the end of the eviction moratorium and pandemic curveballs are causing people to part with their pets. → Read More
1 year of medical marijuana in Missouri: A look at the patients, jobs and tax revenue
A patient, doctor and bud tender discuss the impacts on the state, including jobs, businesses, tax revenue, health conditions and what still needs to be done. → Read More