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City of Columbia officials say Sunday’s storms destroyed the city’s Material Recovery Facility, and it may be days before they know what it’ll take to rebuild.
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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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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.
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Pope Francis called to check in on a Christian congregation in Gaza sheltering at their church almost every night since the Gaza war began. "Today we feel like we are orphans," a spokesperson says. -
In the weeks that follow the passing of a pontiff, the city of Rome, and the Vatican in particular, comes alive with discussions over which man is best suited to next lead the church. -
A true smorgasbord is on offer for readers this week. Care for an inspirational memoir? Reminders of the precarious position of civilization? Early summer read? They're all here.
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Both will be sworn in at the Columbia School Board meeting Monday. -
The two measures that did not pass were in Gravois Mills and Hallsville. -
Many smaller Missouri cities elected new mayors Tuesday night. -
Instead of circles to fill in or chads to punch out, voters in towns such as Hallsville and Hartsburg were faced with blank lines. -
The University of Missouri said some students have had their visa records terminated. -
Many votes were cast even before the polls opened on municipal election day. Boone County clerk Brianna Lennon said thousands have cast absentee ballots ahead of election day.
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