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Tuesday, November 16, 2021 - Latino Growth in St. Louis Nov 16, 2021

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The Latino population is one of the only communities that grew in every corner of the St. Louis region, according to the most recent census. The 2020 results indicate their numbers will continue to rise.

Monday, Nov. 15 - Big Ag U Nov 15, 2021

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The largest farmland asset manager in the world gave the University of Illinois $5 million back in 2013, which helped launch the TIAA Center for Farmland research. But some are wary of corporations funding ag research at public universities.

Friday, November 12, 2021 — Medicaid expansion linked to better outlook for cancer patients Nov 12, 2021

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In the first month since Missouri started processing Medicaid expansion applications, some 13-thousand people have enrolled in the service. That has major implications for Missourians dealing with cancer, which requires expensive treatment and benefits from early detection.

Thursday, November 11, 2021 - ‘Target St. Louis’ tells the story of a toxic experiment on Black St. Louisans Nov 11, 2021

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A new documentary tells the story of the U.S. military’s secret Cold War-era experiments in north St. Louis. Director Damien D. Smith says it relates to environmental racism affecting Black St. Louis residents.

Wednesday, November 10, 2021 - St. Louis scientists are searching for new tick-borne viruses Nov 10, 2021

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Several new tick-borne viruses have been identified in the central U.S. since 2009, including the Heartland virus, which was first discovered in northwest Missouri. A group of St. Louis researchers and virus experts are working to identify the next generation of viruses before they infect people.

Tuesday, November 9, 2021 - How safe is your tap water? Nov 09, 2021

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An updated database is keeping track of contaminants in tap water. The group behind the online tool says it shows that following federal water quality standards might not keep people safe.

Monday, November 8, 2021 - Illinois is moving closer to licensing midwives Nov 08, 2021

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Illinois is on the verge of once again allowing midwives without nursing degrees. The state stopped licensing them in 1965 and outlawed midwifery in 1992. A measure to restore the practice is awaiting Governor JB Pritzker's signature.

Friday, November 5, 2021 - A Rolla trades program is helping students enter the job market Nov 05, 2021

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The Rolla School District has a big construction project underway, and students enrolled in vocational classes are taking on some work as part of their training. They are alongside recent graduates employed by local construction firms.

Thursday, November 4, 2021 - The redistricting saga in St. Louis County Nov 04, 2021

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The stakes for reshaping the St. Louis County Council’s seven districts are low. There’s no chance of drawing a map where anybody but Democrats would hold a majority. But the commission responsible for the process has been full of drama.

Wednesday, November 3, 2021 - How will Build Back Better affect education? Nov 03, 2021

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President Joe Biden’s Build Back Better plan includes proposals to expand subsidized child care, free school meals, and a plan to establish universal preschool. U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona says the childcare provisions could help many parents return to the workforce.

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