The Gateway

Dec 12 2024 1406 ep. 9 mins 408
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Essential news for the St. Louis region. Every weekday, in about 8 to 10 minutes, you can learn about the top stories of the day, while also hearing longer stories that bring context and humanity to the issues and ideas that affect life in the region. Music by Ryan McNeely of Adult Fur.

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Thursday, December 12 - When police shootings remain in the dark

Dec 12 2024 14 mins  
Illinois law requires transparency when people die at the hands of police officers. But many of those cases remain unseen. Farrah Anderson and Chris Weber explain what happens when prosecutors stay silent on police killings.

Wednesday, December 11 - Parting words from Sheriff Vernon Betts

Dec 11 2024 11 mins  
Vernon Betts has been at the helm of the St. Louis Sheriff’s Department for nearly a decade, but remains undecided on how quiet his retirement from the post will be. Betts reflects on his tenure in office and contemplates what his life will look like after the badge in this conversation with STLPR's Brian Munoz.

Tuesday, December 10 - Mike Parson reflects on his time and legacy as MO Governor

Dec 10 2024 11 mins  
Missouri Governor Mike Parson is winding down his term as 57th Governor. Come January, he will be replaced by Mike Kehoe. St. Louis Public Radio’s Sarah Kellogg and Jason Rosenbaum sat down for an interview with Parson to discuss his time as governor.

Monday, December 9 - Illinois ag groups look forward to a second Trump administration, mostly

Dec 09 2024 10 mins  
Donald Trump promised increased tariffs while on the campaign trail. As president-elect he's doubled down on the pledge, targeting Canada, Mexico, and again...China. Charlie Schlenker reports Illinois agriculture organizations still hope he doesn't mean it.

Friday, December 6 - The sounds of nature in a warning against climate change

Dec 06 2024 14 mins  
St. Louis-based composer Christopher Stark visited outdoor spaces in Montana, New Hampshire and New York to create an album that celebrates nature … while warning of catastrophes triggered by global climate change. STLPR's Jeremy Goodwin brings us "The Language of Landscapes."

Thursday, December 5 - The high cost of sustainable food

Dec 05 2024 12 mins  
Farmers say implementing more sustainable practices means higher costs - for themselves and for consumers. But with food prices already high, many people can’t or won’t pay more. Jana Rose Schleis reports on what producers and purchasers are to do about it.

Wednesday, December 4 - Toddler injured in Gaza comes to St. Louis

Dec 04 2024 11 mins  
Rahaf is one of thousands of children injured during the yearlong war in Gaza. Her two legs were amputated after an Israeli bomb struck her home several months ago. St. Louis Public Radio's Ulaa Kuziez reports.

Tuesday, December 3 - The climate-friendly power of wood

Dec 03 2024 12 mins  
A traditional building material is getting new life in the Midwest. It locks away carbon and is strong enough to stretch stories into the sky. St. Louis Public Radio’s Kate Grumke reports on a new way builders are using . . . wood.

Monday, December 2 - GOP optimistic about Metro East prospects

Dec 02 2024 12 mins  
Democrats used to win St. Clair County in the Metro East by double digit margins. But in the last few elections, that margin has gotten closer — leaving some to wonder: Can Republicans flip the county like most others in downstate Illinois? St. Louis Public Radio’s Will Bauer reports.

Wednesday, November 27 - How to make a baby elephant

Nov 27 2024 11 mins  
A new baby Asian elephant born this weekend is part of a fourth generation of the herd living at the St. Louis Zoo. In what turned out to be the final days before his long-awaited birth, Abby Llorico stopped by to learn the ways in which Raja’s grandson is already making zoo history. * Wishing you a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday and weekend -- we'll be back in your podcast feed