In the first hour, Chris Rongey and Amy Marxkors discuss key issues shaping St. Louis. They delve into an audit of former Circuit Attorney Kim Gardner, revealing misuse of taxpayer funds and inefficiencies in her office. The conversation shifts to Gabriel Gore's appointment as the new Circuit Attorney and progress being made under his leadership. The hosts also cover legislative actions by the St. Louis County Council, including efforts to remove department heads and audit the prosecutor's office under Melissa Price Smith.
The segment highlights Mayor Tishaura Jones' travel habits and their effect on city leadership, as well as the lawsuit against St. Louis Public Schools for poor educational outcomes and lack of parental involvement. Chester Asher's efforts to open Ali Academy, a social justice charter school, emphasize the importance of school choice and higher standards for education in the region.