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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services appears poised to cut a $56 million annual grant program that pays for some of Missouri's overdose reversal medication and training.
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In the heart of Missouri’s historic Lead Belt, residents are concerned about contamination from a new industry moving into town. -
Over a hundred people were present at the protest, carrying signs that promoted their viewpoints, like ones that said "Down with the oligarchy" and "This Musk stop." -
The protesters braved cold and snow to protest the federal administration's actions against immigrants. -
Room at the Inn, which welcomes about 100 guests per night, provides resources for unhoused people in Columbia. -
Ameren Missouri announced plans to upgrade its grid and build new power plants to meet an anticipated increase in demand from companies moving to the state. -
Jackson County Circuit Court Judge Jerri Zhang previously struck down a number of “targeted regulation of abortion provider” statutes, but left state licensing requirements in place. Planned Parenthood argued the state licensing rules were an obstacle to providing abortions in Missouri.
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Shlissel challah is a special loaf baked the first sabbath after Passover. We trace the modern route by which the bread has spread beyond the ultra-orthodox world to everyday Jewish bakers. -
President Trump has put Steve Witkoff — a friend from New York's real estate world — in charge of delicate talks on the war in Ukraine, Iran's nuclear ambitions and the conflict in Gaza. -
The Defense Department has announced new senior level positions after recent firings and resignations. But with Pentagon head Pete Hegseth under fire for missteps, the way ahead is still unclear.
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The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services recently released a report that analyzed the digital health of the state’s public health system with the goal of identifying improvements that could be made to the state’s public health data infrastructure. -
Book lovers, clear your schedule because the Unbound Book Festival returns to downtown Columbia on April 17 for four days of keynote speakers, panel discussions, special events like 'Lit Crawl', and more! Executive director Kerry Townsend tells us all about this free event on today's show! April 9, 2025 -
Current mayor Barbara Buffaloe was elected to another term Tuesday night. Her win came after a race focused on public safety and state advocacy. -
The money will be used to buy new firefighting vehicles, equipment and other improvements, fire district officials said. -
Incumbent Barbara Buffaloe held on to her seat Tuesday night. -
Foster, who fended off a challenge from Ron Graves, said the city's biggest challenge going forward is managing growth.
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