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A rejuvenated street

February 06, 2012 | Michelle Merlin

The Delmar Loop is a picturesque street located a few hundred feet from the Danforth Campus. Thanks to the Greenway Walk, the Loop is perfect for a first place for freshmen to break out of the Wash. U. bubble. Later, it’s a staple of upperclassmen’s social lives, with some of them residing here as well.

UCity manager: behavior on Loop improved

September 01, 2011 | Sadie Smeck

Despite concerns last spring about students’ disorderly conduct on the Delmar Loop, behavioral issues have subsided considerably in recent months, officials say. According to University City Manager Lehman Walker, an increase in law enforcement officials on the Loop beginning last spring has yielded positive results.

Stepping Out: Gokul

April 22, 2011 | Netta Sadovsky

Gokul, the St. Louis Indian restaurant that just opened a location on the Delmar Loop, adds a new face to the abundant family of North Indian restaurants in St. Louis. Unlike most others, Gokul boasts an all-vegetarian menu, which goes all-vegan twice a month and is all kosher, all the time.

Stay sensible when breaking the bubble

April 20, 2011 | Natalie Villalon

The Delmar Loop is a major draw for the car-less and lazy at Wash. U. who haven’t quite graduated to the Central West End. A short walk from main campus, it provides a gastronomic haven for those sick of half-and-halfs, along with smoke shops for those who indulge and a brief respite from the cloistered Wash. U.

Police make arrest for Melville robbery

February 14, 2011 | Josh Goldman

University City Police have arrested and charged Bryant N. Taylor for the robbery of sophomore Eric Tsai on Sunday evening. Taylor, 20, who lives on the 7700 block of Folk Avenue, has been charged with 2nd degree robbery in connection to the mugging of Tsai and sophomore Aaron Belkin on the 500 block of Melville Avenue around 7:50 p.m. Sunday.

Students mugged near Loop; friend helps them capture assailants

February 14, 2011 | Josh Goldman

Two students were mugged at the corner of Waterman and Melville avenues Sunday evening but helped police arrest two of their assailants after a friend came to their aid. Sophomore Aaron Belkin said he and classmate Eric Tsai were mugged by four assailants as they were walking toward the Delmar Loop.

Stepping Out | Nubia Café

October 22, 2010 | Chelsey Erway

Seeking a little adventure for my taste buds, I recently ventured just east of the Delmar Loop to sample the delectable African offerings of Nubia Café.

The Fro-down: Chill vs. FroYo

September 22, 2010 | Leah Kucera

Summer may be winding down, but for two St. Louis shops, frozen yogurt knows no season. But who serves it best?

Best brunch spots near Wash. U.

January 25, 2010 | Paula Lauris

The story behind the creation of brunch is as mysterious as its purpose: Is it breakfast or is it lunch? Regardless of its founding, brunch has become a college tradition that lets students sleep in late and recover from the night before. While there are satisfying brunch options on campus, there are plenty of other [...]

School community remembers death of police sergeant

November 02, 2009 | Hillary Black

Last Halloween, University City police sergeant and Washington University alumnus Michael King was shot and killed in his police cruiser on the corner of Leland Avenue and Delmar Boulevard. With the case pending in court one year later, students and administrators remain mindful of security on the Loop.

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