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The Missouri House Committee on Children and Families has passed a bill that would implement social media education into middle and high schools across the state of Missouri.
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St. Louis County officials said the crash is under investigation by local and federal agencies. -
A Syracuse University researcher says new ICE agreements spreading across Missouri will shift immigration enforcement onto local police — with possible consequences for towns and taxpayers. -
People report using peptide for gains in the gym, improved skin appearance and mental focus. We found more than 250,000 videos tagged peptide on TikTok when we were studying this topic earlier this week. -
The University of Missouri Faculty Council may rename its Inclusion, Equity and Diversity subcommittee to the “Committee on Core Values.” -
A bill proposing limits on physician noncompete agreements drew both support and opposition during committee testimony. -
Governor Mike Kehoe is proposing to cut funding for transportation from $6.7 million to $1.7 million, an 85% decrease.
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Regulators at the Federal Aviation Administration are tightening safety rules in congested airspace around major airports, suspending the use of visual separation between planes and helicopters. -
Tommy Shelby's estranged son has taken control of the old gang and is making new and dangerous moves and alliances. Cillian Murphy stars in this gripping movie-length Peaky Blinders sequel. -
The Jones Act restricts which ships can carry goods between U.S. ports. Experts say temporarily lifting the act will do little to affect gas prices.
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