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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 bill requires school districts to develop a written policy on cellphone use in schools. That policy must be in place for the 2026-27 school year.
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The university has begun construction on “MURR West,” a $20 million, three-story addition to the existing MURR North building.
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Pilot Grove Mayor Dennis Knipp confirmed outdoor warning sirens did not sound in Pilot Grove, despite being triggered by the Cooper County Emergency Management Agency.
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A tornado warning was issued by the National Weather Service for northern parts of Boone County at 10:36 a.m. The warning included Centralia and Hallsville.
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The largest point of consternation between Democrats and Republicans on this year’s budget is education funding.
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Planned Parenthood has asked a judge to overturn the Missouri health department’s newly published emergency rule governing complication plans for medication abortions.
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President Trump has long been a critic of NATO and believes Europe does not contribute enough to its own defense. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte agrees, and says 'that is going to happen.'
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With people losing their jobs and the stock market rocky, there's a lot of financial anxiety right now. Research shows how you approach it can be key to protecting your mental and physical health.
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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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Any state agency, or division thereof, is prohibited by the order from “activities that solely or primarily support diversity, equity and inclusion.”
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Meet T'Keyah Thomas, one of Orr Street Studios' featured artists in their current show, The Color Black. T'Keyah also happens to be our audio engineer! February 18, 2025
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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."
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The protesters braved cold and snow to protest the federal administration's actions against immigrants.
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The City of Columbia's policy lets police make some distinctions, but immigration advocates are pushing for more protections.
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For the first time in many years, Mid-Missourians will soon be able to access abortion care at the Planned Parenthood clinic in Columbia, even though no procedures are scheduled for this week.
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