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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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Reports for three school districts in southeast Missouri indicate most school buildings aren't earthquake-resistant. Some districts are doing more than others to fix that. -
During the drill, residents can expect to hear Boone County test its outdoor warning siren, KOMU8 reports.The National Weather Service will test its emergency alert procedures and the University of Missouri will test its emergency notification system. -
No action was taken on a bill that would prevent low-income Missourians from using food stamps to buy soda and candy. -
The researchers say their device could keep farmers from having to cull their flocks when they detect the contagious virus, which has affected more than 5 million birds in Missouri since 2022. STLPR health reporter Sarah Fentem shares how the device works and the latest on how avian influenza is affecting the St. Louis region.
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An outbreak of H5 avian influenza was confirmed by United States health agencies in mid-2024. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says the public health risk is currently low - but states are still monitoring the progression. -
A Senate committee heard testimony Monday on a House bill banning state funding for DEI initiatives.
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A recreational boat crashed into a ferry transporting 45 people on the final day of a sand-sculpting festival in Florida, killing one person and injuring at least 10 others, officials said. -
The North Korean announcement came two days after Russia said its troops have fully reclaimed the Kursk region. Ukrainian officials denied the claim. -
The seven acts voted into the Rock Hall this year include Southern rap and Midwest garage rock duos, pillars of the grunge and English blues rock eras and the '80s most unusual pop star.
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Amid threats to privatize the United States Postal Service, two local union chapters have rallies planned this week to bring awareness to possible federal changes.
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