An executive order from President Donald Trump slashed many federal grant programs on which farmers rely, either directly or indirectly.
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The firings are part of a sweeping, nationwide effort to remove probationary workers from the federal government.
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Some of president Trump's executive orders target what he calls gender ideology. KBIA's Alex Cox has sat down with Marcia McCormick, a professor of law and women and gender studies at Saint Louis University, to talk about how these policies affect universities, specifically Title IX offices.
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Property would be assessed as commercial instead of agricultural.
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Sen. Mike Henderson said the bill protects farmers’ privacy. Public information advocates and environmental groups worry about the loss of transparency.
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The House also passed bills to end the capital gains tax, preserve the assets of foster children and allow landlords to refuse tenants who get federal housing assistance.
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Livestock specialists recommend farmers adjust their grazing practices and cycle through different types of chemicals to combat resistance.
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Canada's snap election has been dominated by one politician — who's not even in the race: President Trump.
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After getting some irregular test results, Alexis Agnew left her doctor's appointment in tears. On her way out of the office, a receptionist stopped Alexis and comforted her while she cried.
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One hundred days into President Trump's second term, DOGE hasn't delivered on its promised savings, efficiency or transparency in meaningful ways. But it has amassed unprecedented power over data.
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The 1.1-mile Ben Sapp Memorial Trail is scheduled to open in June.
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