Ryan Krull

St. Louis

Journalist in St. Louis. Fmr staff writer @riverfronttimes. Work in @CJR @TheAtlantic @The_Millions @propublica & elsewhere. Prof @UMSL

Articles

Blues CEO Sees Hockey Lifting Downtown—and St. Louis’ Mood, Too | St. Louis Magazine

1 week ago | stlmag.com | Sarah Fenske |Nicholas Phillips |Ryan Krull |Melissa Meinzer

It’s been a great week for hockey in St. Louis: Over the weekend, tens of thousands of fans flocked to Enterprise Center for the NCAA’s Frozen Four tournament, and on Tuesday, the St. Louis Blues clinched a playoff spot with their 6–1 win against Utah. For Chris Zimmerman, president and CEO of business operations for the Blues, it’s a time of great excitement—and not just for hockey fans.
5 Design Rules Worth Following

1 week ago | stlmag.com | Melissa Meinzer |George Mahe |Sarah Fenske |Ryan Krull

Step into Three French Hens in Wildwood, and you’ll quickly understand why owner Rae Sutton is one of the region’s most trusted voices in interior design. Her curated showroom is filled with warmth, texture, and a comforting sense of cohesion—proof that following your heart and a few smart rules can go hand in hand when it comes to home décor. “I often tell clients and friends to follow their hearts regarding interior design,” Rae says.
New Grants Reward WashU Alums Starting Companies In St. Louis

1 week ago | stlmag.com | Nicholas Phillips |Ryan Krull |Melissa Meinzer |George Mahe

Plenty of WashU alumni launch companies—though they commonly leave St. Louis to do it. Starting this week, there will be a potential perk to staying here. On Thursday, WashU’s Skandalaris Center for Interdisciplinary Innovation and Entrepreneurship will announce the inaugural winner(s) of “Venture Network Follow-on Investments.” Up to $150,000 will go each year to companies of WashU alumni who’ve already received money from Arch Grants and plan to stay in St. Louis.
Arch Eats: Oldest Restaurants In St. Louis

1 week ago | stlmag.com | Melissa Meinzer |George Mahe |Sarah Fenske |Ryan Krull

Sure, we could talk about the oldest restaurants in St. Louis—but let’s be honest, age doesn’t always mean excellence. In this episode of Arch Eats co-hosts George Mahe and Cheryl Baehr spotlight over a dozen iconic eateries continue to deliver with character and consistency. The youngest is 50 years old; the oldest is 127. Let your cravings guide you back in time—and maybe back to the table—at one of these beloved culinary institutions.
Clean-slate Legislation In Missouri Sees Bipartisan Push

1 week ago | stlmag.com | Nicholas Phillips |Ryan Krull |Sarah Fenske |Melissa Meinzer

This article first appeared in the Solutions newsletter. Click here to learn more and sign up. The idea of a “clean slate” is simple. If you’ve been convicted of a nonviolent crime, finished your sentence, and kept your nose clean for a while, then—the thinking goes—you should be able to get on with your life. Everyone wins if you do. But your criminal history is like a stain. Potential landlords and employers may spot it on a background check and recoil.
Morganford Apartments Secure A Key Approval From City Hall

1 week ago | stlmag.com | Ryan Krull |Sarah Fenske |Melissa Meinzer |George Mahe

A 36-unit apartment building whose development has long been stuck at the city’s Preservation Board now appears set for construction off Morganford Road, just two blocks from Tower Grove Park. In the past two years, developer AHM Group has twice been denied permission to knock down three historic, rundown buildings at Juniata and Morganford to make way for the apartments.
STLPR CEO To Leave For Seattle In Midst Of UMSL Split

1 week ago | stlmag.com | Sarah Fenske |Ryan Krull |Melissa Meinzer |George Mahe

It’s been a busy year for St. Louis Public Radio, which is beginning a transition from ownership by the University of Missouri-St. Louis to an independent board of directors, even as it navigates the Trump administration’s plans to claw back federal funding for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting—money that comprises 6.2 percent of STLPR’s annual budget. Now it will navigate those challenges under an interim leader.
Discover Dogwood Canyon Nature Park This Spring

1 week ago | stlmag.com | Melissa Meinzer |George Mahe |Sarah Fenske |Ryan Krull

Spring has arrived at Dogwood Canyon Nature Park, the ideal destination to explore the breathtaking beauty of the Ozark Mountains. The park offers something for everyone, from outdoor enthusiasts to families seeking fun activities to those in need of a peaceful retreat. Dogwood Canyon provides a refreshing alternative to more crowded national parks, providing visitors with an accessible getaway to natural beauty and adventure.
Spencer Starts Staff Shakeup At St. Louis City Hall

2 weeks ago | stlmag.com | Ryan Krull |Taylor Harris |Melissa Meinzer |George Mahe

Cara Spencer met the press for the first time as mayor-elect on the steps of City Hall this afternoon, game to take questions from reporters, generally light on specifics in her replies, and more than anything seeming to want to signal that her administration would be an open one. Spencer, who handily beat incumbent Tishaura Jones on Tuesday, said that as mayor, she would prioritize access. “We want to have an open door policy with the community, with members of the media,” she said.
How Cara Spencer Won The Mayor’s Race—and What Comes Next | St. Louis Magazine

2 weeks ago | stlmag.com | Ryan Krull

On Tuesday, Cara Spencer was elected mayor of the city of St. Louis in an avalanche, winning nearly two-thirds of the vote. Spencer’s victory was expected, but the margin surprised many and means she’ll assume office as mayor on Tuesday with a clear mandate. Spencer, who has less than a week to staff her administration, will be navigating a City Hall that is some ways familiar, some ways brand new.