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Tuesday, October 5, 2021 - The dollars and cents of Medicaid expansion Oct 05, 2021

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The federal government says Missouri will receive nearly $1 billion for expanding Medicaid to individuals making roughly $17,800 a year. U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Administrator Chaquita Brooks-LaSure says the money helps the state cover more people and encourage more individuals to enroll.

Monday, October 4, 2021 - The impact of Missouri’s gas tax increase Oct 04, 2021

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The first Missouri gas tax hike in more than 20 years took effect last week. The money will address crumbling roads and bridges. State officials are trying to figure out how much money will come in and which projects the increase will fund.

Friday, October 1, 2021 - St. Louis Latina artists express shared connections with Black Americans Oct 01, 2021

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A mural near the Delmar Loop highlights the connection between African Americans and Latinos. The artists hope it will spark conversations about the similar struggles of African Americans and Afro Latinos.

Thursday, September 30, 2021 - Changing The Conversation About Autism Sep 30, 2021

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Frustration over the media’s coverage of autism, myths surrounding the disability, and policies shaped by society’s misconceptions have prompted a journalist to try to change perceptions. We’ll speak with Eric Michael Garcia, author of “We’re Not Broken: Changing the Autism Conversation.”

Wednesday, September 29, 2021 - Missouri Judge Clears The Way For School Mask Mandates Sep 29, 2021

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Missouri public school districts can still issue mask orders to slow the spread of COVID-19. That’s after a judge denied Attorney General Eric Schmitt’s effort to immediately block the mandates throughout the state.

Tuesday, September 28, 2021 - St. Louis County Announces New Mask Mandate Sep 28, 2021

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After a recent legal setback, St. Louis County has issued a new indoor mask mandate that County Executive Sam Page is confident will hold up to legal scrutiny.

Monday, September 27, 2021 - Recreational Marijuana Production Is Straining Rural Utilities Sep 27, 2021

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Many rural utilities are trying to keep up with increased demand for water and electricity as more states approve recreational marijuana.

Friday, September 24, 2021 - St. Louis Bandleader Leads 20 Friends To Musical “Unity” Sep 24, 2021

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Musician Ryan Marquez is celebrating what he calls the city’s “artistic renaissance” with a series of collaborations on his new album, “Saint Unity.” Twenty local vocalists and other musicians contributed to what Marquez calls a snapshot of the creativity in St. Louis.

Thursday, September 23, 2021 - More Severe Complications Are Reported in COVID-19 Positive Expectant Mothers Sep 23, 2021

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Many doctors in Missouri are worried about more serious pregnancy complications in women battling COVID-19. That includes a rise in miscarriages, emergency pre-term deliveries, and stillbirth.

Wednesday, September 22, 2021 - Missouri Gave Up Millions In Road Construction Funds To Allow Passengers To Drink Sep 22, 2021

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Missouri allows passengers in moving vehicles to drink alcohol. That policy has cost the state roughly $370 million in highway construction money for failing to comply with federal safety policies.

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