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Essential news for the St. Louis region. Every weekday, in about 8 to 10 minutes, you can learn about the top stories of the day, while also hearing longer stories that bring context and humanity to the issues and ideas that affect life in the region. Music by Ryan McNeely of Adult Fur.
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Wednesday, January 18, 2023 - Families face painful memories as students return to CVPA 18.01.2023 10:41
In-person classes have resumed at Central Visual and Performing Arts High School in St. Louis, but administrators say students, staff and their families likely need more time to address the trauma from last year's deadly shooting.
Tuesday, January 17, 2020 - Helping fourth graders discover Lewis and Clark 17.01.2023 8:55
Officials at the Gateway Arch National Park say a recently renovated museum is giving students a much broader story of the country’s history.
Friday, January 13, 2023 - Why can't Missouri be proud of St. Louis-style pizza? 13.01.2023 9:55
A square-cut, thin-crust pie topped with Provel cheese is the result of decades of St. Louis ingenuity. But it elicits debate throughout the country.
Thursday, January 12, 2023 - What Jason Smith’s Ways and Means chairmanship means for Missouri 12.01.2023 11:04
The Republican U.S. Rep. from a small Missouri town is now one of the most powerful members of Congress as the new chair of the House Ways and Means Committee. It makes key funding and operations decisions.
Wednesday, January 11, 2020 - St. Louis County’s new health director is focusing on all patient needs 11.01.2023 8:50
Dr. Kanika Cunningham started her new job this month. She previously served as a public health officer in the department and as a primary care physician at a community health clinic.
Tuesday, January 10, 2023 - How long COVID has complicated Missouri's economy 10.01.2023 9:54
Thousands of Missouri residents are dealing with long COVID. They can't work, and that is adding to the state's labor shortage.
Monday, January 9, 2023 - More Midwest states are courting indoor hog operations 09.01.2023 9:27
Legislation in states including Missouri and Nebraska are paving the way for large livestock operations. Some rural residents worry about the potential pollution and decreased quality of life.
Friday, January 6, 2023 - Scott Air Force Base has role in supplying Ukraine 06.01.2023 9:48
The American military is providing weapons, supplies and humanitarian aid as the European country fights off the Russian invasion. Those shipments are coordinated by the U.S. Transportation Command headquarters at the military center in the Metro East.
Thursday, January 5, 2023 - Missouri carries out the first U.S. execution of an openly transgender person 05.01.2023 9:33
The death sentence was carried out this week at the state prison in Bonne Terre. We spoke with a reporter who was a media observer at the execution.
Wednesday, January 4, 2023 - Missouri lawmakers begin a new legislative session 04.01.2023 10:11
The ongoing fight over Missouri's near-total abortion ban, legalizing sports betting and making it more difficult to pass ballot issues are some of the top issues this year in Jefferson City. The 2023 session starts today.
Tuesday, January 3, 2023 - Will a new technique improve Missouri's literacy rates? 03.01.2023 9:15
The state is taking a different approach to teaching children how to read. A new law calls on educators to use research-backed methods that have been gaining in popularity.
Friday, December 23, 2022 - The St. Louis region's arctic blast upends holiday travel plans 23.12.2022 8:58
The extreme winter weather is causing delays and cancellations at St. Louis Lambert International Airport. The conditions are also affecting people who are planning to hit the roads for the holiday.
Thursday, December 22, 2022 - Reviewing the year in St. Louis arts 22.12.2022 10:29
Arts organizations still coped with diminishing audiences this year as the pandemic continued. Many leaders say they are not waiting for things to return how they were before the outbreak.
Wednesday, December 21, 2022 - Senator Roy Blunt is leaving public life after almost 5 decades 21.12.2022 10:39
The Republican's retirement marks the end of an era in Missouri politics. He's been known as a consensus builder with Democrats.
Tuesday, December 20, 2022 - The NGA's new west headquarters reflects data's growing role in warfare 20.12.2022 9:04
The Pentagon is spending close to $2 billion on the north St. Louis project for the lesser-known member of the intelligence community, which largely deals with mapping and satellite imagery.
Monday, December 19, 2022 - New Mark Twain National Forest supervisor says climate change will affect management 19.12.2022 9:47
The forest encompasses more than 1.5 million acres in 29 southern Missouri counties. Dawn Laybolt is the new manager of the sprawling woodlands, and plans to balance the forest's diverse needs while preparing it for climate change.
Friday, December 16, 2022 - Lamar Johnson’s fate rests with a St. Louis judge 16.12.2022 10:48
Johnson was convicted of murder in 1995. He has maintained his innocence. A hearing is underway in St. Louis that will determine if Johnson was wrongfully prosecuted.
Thursday, December 15, 2022 - St. Louis names new police chief 15.12.2022 10:14
For the first time in its 214-year history, the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department has a chief from outside its ranks. Robert Tracy is leaving a similar job in Wilmington, Delaware to become the top officer in St. Louis.
Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - Music by Congolese brothers in St. Louis reflects their long journey 14.12.2022 10:05
Two young refugees who resettled in St. Louis are releasing their debut album this week. Some songs are based on folk tunes from their homeland and others feature beats familiar from musical styles throughout Africa.
Tuesday, December 13, 2022 - A St. Louis judge hears Lamar Johnson's wrongful conviction case 13.12.2022 6:07
A witness testified yesterday that Lamar Johnson did not kill Marcus Boyd in 1994. Johnson has maintained his innocence and is trying to clear his name after roughly 30 years behind bars.
Monday, December 12, 2022 - Scientists are working to better understand derechos 12.12.2022 9:21
As Midwesterners become more familiar with the extreme wind events, scientists are grappling with how to gather more information about the storms.
Friday, December 9, 2022 - The Missouri History Museum will honor gospel music’s deep St. Louis roots 09.12.2022 10:27
Gospel Music Hall of Fame in Missouri Founder Monica R. Butler will emcee a one-day music festival this weekend. She says St. Louis has a rich gospel history that has shaped the genre around the globe.
Thursday, December 8, 2022 - A Scott Air Force Base leader discusses the critical role of logistics in the military 08.12.2022 10:04
The base houses the U.S. Transportation Command which moves equipment and people around the world. Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost leads the command, which has moved close to 195 million pounds of supplies to help Ukraine defend itself against Russia.
Wednesday, December 7, 2022 - Former St. Louis aldermen sentenced in corruption scheme 07.12.2022 13:28
The three will spend between three and nearly four years in federal prison for their roles in a case involving development incentives.
Tuesday, December 6, 2022 - St. Louis names police chief finalists 06.12.2022 5:59
A public forum tonight will give city residents their first chance to hear from the remaining hopefuls to be the next police chief. The process is coming to an end after officials relaunched the search earlier this year.
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