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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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The money will fund the state government through the end of the current fiscal year. The legislature is required to pass a full budget for the next fiscal year before the legislative session ends. -
The bill's sponsor says it was inspired by a lawsuit filed by a transgender student in Blue Springs School District. -
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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Stargazers oppose the fast-growing constellations of low-orbiting satellites, arguing they spoil observations. Others fear more satellite collisions. -
Melania Trump has voiced support for the bill, which is in line with her "BE BEST" initiative. It is dedicated to child welfare and was started during President Trump's first term. -
Mark Carney wins Canada's election, seizing on strong public sentiment against President Trump. But it's still not clear if his Liberal Party has won an outright majority in Parliament.
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The SEC Tournament has begun in Nashville, and city officials say they've implemented safety protocols following the death of University of Missouri student Riley Strain nearly one year ago. -
The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced more than a billion dollars in cuts – almost $20 million was set to go to Missouri. -
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Consumer advocates are concerned about legislation that could raise prices for energy burdened Missourians. -
The American Cancer Society helped convene ralliers at the Missouri statehouse Wednesday to lobby for keeping the cost of treatment down. -
Attorneys spoke for and against the overturning of Prop. A based on complaints regarding election irregularities and constitutional violations.
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