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1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

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Remember, if you have not yet registered, there are two ways to participate in 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten: You can visit a Library location to receive a p
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Proud to Serve: SIUE sergeant receives $500 for years of service

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Each month on FOX 2, we salute local first responders, military, or veterans with our Proud to Serve award.  This month, we shine the spotlight on Kasey Hoyd, who serves his community of East St. Louis at SIUE as a police Sergeant and as an SRO at the East St. Louis Charter High School.
Ty Hawkins

Flu deaths rise as anti-vaccine disinformation takes root

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As vaccine skepticism gains a greater foothold in the Trump administration and some statehouses, some Americans may already be paying the price, with deaths from influenza on the rise. Flu-related deaths hit a seven-year high in January and February, the two months that usually account for the height of flu season, according to a Stateline […]
Tim Henderson

Former Boss Of $42.5B Broadband Subsidy Program Warns It’s Being Ruined To Benefit Elon Musk

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There are more than $42.5 billion in broadband grants headed to the states courtesy of the 2021 infrastructure bill. The GOP voted against the bill, but have repeatedly turned around and taken credit for its looming benefits among our broadly misinformed electorate. And, as we long predicted, they’re now redrafting key components of the program to the direct benefit of […]
Karl Bode

Missouri Sunshine Law allows government agencies to be held accountable

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From March 16-22, journalists, news and media organizations, civic groups, libraries, watchdogs, schools and open government advocates across Missouri will recognize Sunshine Week because, as James Madison once said, “government works best when it’s being watched.” For the most part, I think many media outlets have established a working relationship with public officials in their […]
Roxie Murphy

Tuesday, March 18 - How a MO bill could impact utility bills

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The Missouri legislature passed a major utility bill before it left for spring break. The 133 page bill contains dozens of policies. St. Louis Public Radio’s Kate Grumke explores how some of the changes in the bill could affect power companies and the people who rely on them.

Poll shows high satisfaction with Trump in Missouri, mixed views on his policies 

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President Donald Trump is more popular in Missouri than ever even if the policies his new administration pursues aren’t, according to the latest Saint Louis University YouGov poll.  The survey of 900 likely Missouri voters, polled between Feb. 18 and March 2, showed 56% of those polled approve or strongly approve of Trump. The survey […]
Annelise Hanshaw, Rudi Keller

Gusty winds and warmer Tuesday, critical fire weather concerns

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ST. LOUIS - The primary concern for Tuesday is the critical fire weather for central/SE Missouri. The combination of gusty winds, dry fuels and low relative humidity will lead to the rapid spread and growth of uncontrolled fires. Southerly flow has taken control and will continue to draw in the warmth for St. Louis Tuesday. [...]
Haley Fitzpatrick