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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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. -
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. -
St. Louis’ music scene is flourishing. Here’s how you can find which show to check out next. -
St. Louis Public Library and St. Louis County Library catalogs boast 5 million items for library members across 37 branches in St. Louis city and county. Here’s how to sign up for a library card. -
Several St. Louis-based organizations have a lofty goal in mind — make St. Louis the fastest-growing metropolitan area for people born outside of the United States. -
Illinois has more than 8.7 million registered voters. If you’re not one of them, this guide will help you sign up and make your voice heard in the next election. -
Missouri has more than 4.3 million registered voters. If you're not one of them, this guide will show you how to sign up and make your voice heard at the next election.
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St. Louis is known for being a car city — but its public transportation system can be a great way to get around town. Here's a guide to transit options in the St. Louis region. -
St. Louisans don’t say things “the wrong way." We say it the St. Louis way. Here’s a guide on how to sound like a native.