Lara Hamdan
Engagement EditorLara Hamdan joined St. Louis Public Radio as the news intern in 2017 and went on to become a producer for St. Louis on the Air before her latest role as the newsroom's Engagement Editor. A St. Louis native, Lara studied journalism and international relations at Webster University. She's fluent in English and Arabic – and in eating falafel sandwiches and veggie burgers. She enjoys discovering new people and gems in the city throughout her work at St. Louis Public Radio.
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In collaboration with St. Louis Symphony Orchestra and Jazz St. Louis, St. Louis Public Radio has compiled four playlists to add to your Christmas music rotations. -
We assembled a guide to help you navigate the 2024 general election in Missouri and Illinois. Here is key information on how to vote and what to expect on your ballot on Nov. 5. -
We assembled a guide to help you navigate the 2024 primary election in Missouri on Aug. 6. Here is key information on how to vote and what to expect on your ballot. -
The roughly three-hour protest went off largely without incident several days after police arrested more than 100 people on Washington University’s campus. -
The protest follows a letter from students, faculty and staff accusing Washington University leaders of curtailing their freedom of speech. -
Bookstore lovers say you can’t get the same personalized book shopping experience when browsing online. Here's a guide to finding an independent bookstore in St. Louis. -
While the holy month is typically marked by fasting, celebratory feasts and charity, some Muslims in the St. Louis area said this year's felt more somber. -
If you're lucky enough to find yourself in the path of totality Monday you'll likely be tempted to focus on the visual experience, but what about the soundtrack to set the mood? -
This will be the last time in more than 300 years, researchers say, that a total solar eclipse will go over southern Illinois and Missouri. Here’s what you need to know to make the best of the celestial spectacle. -
Illinois’ primary election day is March 19, but early voting is already underway. Here is key information on how to vote and what to expect on your ballot.
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Join one of St. Louis Public Radio’s community listening sessions across the St. Louis region or fill out our online survey to help inform our reporting. -
The makeup of the St. Louis region is changing. Here’s what the latest census date tells us about the population and racial demographic trends of the region — and what challenges local leaders must tackle to attract more St. Louisans in the decade to come.
