On May 10, 1861, Southern sympathizers mocked German soldiers as "Hessians." A few threw rocks. Somebody fired shots. Union troops opened fire…
On May 9, 1919 soldiers marched through cheering mobs and passed in front of the Shubert-Jefferson, which became a convenient reviewing stand …
Like any young nurse fresh out of college, Mary Beth Faucheux wanted to serve others. But she never pictured herself serving in the Navy.
On May 8, 1900, streetcar workers voted to strike against the St. Louis Transit Co. When the strike ended four months later, 14 people had bee…
Home plate from the old Busch Stadium (Sportsman's Park) was delivered to Busch II by the KMOX helicopter on May 8, 1966.
1974: 9-year old gets a case of wine and Playboy Club tickets for being the Arch's 5 millionth rider
As the Arch celebrated a milestone, Bi-State's director assured that the ticket prices - $1 for adults and 50 cents for kids - would not change.
On May 7, 1945, German forces surrendered to the Allies on the battlefield in France, setting of a celebration in St. Louis. The following day…
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Kate Chopin's first novel, "The Awakening," was panned by many reviewers in 1899 as too racy but has regained status as a fine work in America…
On May 5, 1968, St. Louis was host to the town's first Stanley Cup hockey final. The Blues lost to the Canadiens 3-2 in overtime on a goal by …
Members of the Merchant Marine who served honorably in World War II were denied a veteran’s benefits — no GI Bill and no flag to drape your casket.
On May 5, 2009, Christopher Coleman called police to have them check on his family's welfare. Officers found his wife, Sheri, and their two yo…
Hours after news of Kent State, on May 4, 1970, a gathering on the Washington U. campus quadrangle turned surly.
On May 4, 1991, the St. Louis Philharmonic Orchestra performed "Take Your Seats," the final performance at Kiel Opera House before it is shuttered.
Content provided by the Jefferson City Convention and Visitors Bureau. A glimpse of the past: Tour the Missouri State Penitentiary and learn a…
During a 10-day span in late April to early May of 2017, more than 10 inches of rain fell in the St. Louis area, causing flooding that shut do…
The Associated Press has won 31 Pulitzer prizes for photography, since the award was established in 1917. Each day we offer a curated collecti…
The long-awaited "Twain" sculpture by artist Richard Serra was dedicated at the Gateway Mall. The panels of rusted steel soon became much-ridiculed.
St. Louis' biggest party ran for seven months and was such a success it even made money. But, no, the ice cream cone wasn't invented there.
The Associated Press has won 31 Pulitzer prizes for photography, since the award was established in 1917. Each day we offer a curated collecti…
A female fan exclaimed “what a lovely shade of Cardinal” in reference to the trim on the new uniforms. The name stuck.
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The career opportunities open to St. Louisan Mary Wheeler in 1942 were limited. But with the stroke of a pen, President Franklin D. Roosevelt …
The Associated Press has won 31 Pulitzer prizes for photography, since the award was established in 1917. Each day we offer a curated collecti…
Every city has a few earworms — and St. Louis has several songs that served as background music to a childhood here or a ride down Highway Far…
On April 28, 1980 The Who played the Checkerdome in St. Louis. It was the band's first concert following a show in Cincinnati when 11 fans wer…
Under a screaming headline, "Dr. Kelley Released to Post-Dispatch Man," the scoop ran almost four pages in April, 1931.
A couple billed as "a genuine giant and giantess" arrive in St. Louis for a visit. The Capt. and Mrs. M.V. Bates, both eight-footers, arrive a…
On April 26, 1931, Bagnell Dam was placed in operation and began furnishing electricity for the first time. See pictures from the creation of…
