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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 legislation also removes the cap on how much can be spent on an investigation. -
Some opponents worry the bill restricts free speech and could be used to silence criticism of Israel. -
The bill also would lower the minimum age to acquire a concealed carry permit from 19 to 18. -
Fifteen activists gathered at Yellow Dog Bookshop on Thursday to protest a Missouri House bill that would overturn Prop A's sick leave provision. -
The Missouri Family Health Council (MFHC) was expecting year 4 of a 5 year grant for $8.5 million until The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services informed the council and 15 other Title X grantees that the money was being temporarily withheld. -
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The Academy has announced that Oscar voters will actually have to watch all the movies in a category before making their final-round picks. It's on the honor system, but hey, it's a start. -
Pope Francis was honored with a funeral Mass Saturday morning in the Vatican City's St. Peter's Square. These are some of the images that captured the grief of those mourning him around the world. -
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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. -
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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. -
On today's show, we take a deep dive into the power of relationships with Kale Monk, PhD, Associate Professor, MU Department of Human Development and Family Science. March 4, 2025 -
A Senate committee heard testimony Monday on a House bill banning state funding for DEI initiatives. -
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