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An executive order has stopped mid-Missouri libraries from receiving reimbursements for federally funded grants.
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The Twister: Caught in the Storm premiered on Netflix on March 19. It tells a story of how a tight-knit community responded to the devastating 2011 tornado. -
Kansas City Manager Brian Platt was removed from his position after his previous suspension. -
Initiative petitions filed Friday would require Tesla to use independent franchises to market its cars or shutdown St. Louis and Kansas City showrooms. -
The law, which would penalize police for enforcing federal gun laws, was ruled unconstitutional by a federal judge in 2023. -
Experts say a rise in gas prices this time of year is not out of the ordinary. -
As pharmacy benefit managers increase drug prices, independent pharmacies struggle to make a profit.
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For over a decade, Ryan Coogler has been bringing out the best in Michael B. Jordan — in Fruitvale Station, Creed, Black Panther, and now, Sinners. It's hard to overstate how important this partnership is in cinematic history. -
The pope was a strong advocate for the poor and the environment and a towering figure on the world stage, addressing not just Catholics but the men and women of our time.
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The number of students heading to college is projected to decline after this fall. The financial impact is putting some Missouri institutions at risk. -
Josh Chittum, assistant director of the "We Always Swing" Jazz Series, highlights some upcoming events and activities planned for Jazz Appreciation Month in April, including a 30th anniversary celebration concert with guest artist Bobby Watson - who Josh says is "one of the great alto saxophonists in America - at the Missouri Theatre! April 7, 2025 -
The SAVE Act could force eligible voters to provide proof of U.S. citizenship in order to register and vote. But the lack of resources, potential to disenfranchise applicants and criminal penalties worry some county clerks in Missouri. -
The rescue team deployed 48 people to southeastern Missouri Thursday. -
MU Health Care says Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield walked out of negotiations with MU Health Care this week. The previous contract served more than 100,000 individuals in the region - including thousands of unionized workers. Anthem’s withdrawal discontinues care for Missouri’s unionized labor force. -
A spokesperson for Missouri’s Whiteman Air Force Base says no suspensions of transgender service members are being processed due to a memorandum sent out April 2 by the Department of Defense.
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