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Thursday, May 27, 2021 - St. Louis Hip-Hop Fusion Band Goes Its Own Way May 27, 2021

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iLLPHONiCS has been a big presence on the St. Louis music scene since 2006. The pandemic has given members plenty of time to fine-tune a new album. They are also preparing for their first live show in more than a year.

Wednesday, May 26, 2021 - Claire McCaskill On The Way Forward For Missouri Democrats May 26, 2021

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Former U.S. Senator Claire McCaskill discusses whether Democrats can ever become relevant in Missouri. In a wide-ranging interview, she also criticizes the man who defeated her, Senator Josh Hawley, the race for Senator Roy Blunt’s seat and her job at MSNBC.

Tuesday, May 25, 2021 - New Illinois Health Care Law Aims To Stop Systemic Racism May 25, 2021

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George Floyd’s death one year ago today and the national protests that followed prompted lawmakers in Illinois to pass legislation to address systemic racism. That includes a measure dealing with health care.

Monday, May 24, 2021 - The Return of Festivals Is Helping Small Town Revenue May 24, 2021

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The pandemic forced many small towns to cancel large festivals that they depend on for tourism. The events are returning this year to many communities throughout the Midwest.

Friday, May 21, 2021 - Redistricting And The Metro East May 21, 2021

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Census numbers show Illinois will lose a seat in Congress and many observers believe it will come from consolidation in the Metro East.

Thursday, May 20, 2021 - Big Wine Hits A Small Town May 20, 2021

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A Florida-based real estate investor with Missouri roots is leading a company that is snapping up wineries in St. Charles County. He wants to convert the Augusta area into the nation's next big region for wine-related tourism.

Wednesday, May 19, 2021 - Reimagining the Truman Presidential Library May 19, 2021

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The Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum is poised to reopen this year after being shut down since 2019 for a nearly $40 million renovation. The 3,000-square-foot addition will help make the story of Truman and his presidency relevant to what's happening today.

Tuesday, May 18, 2021 - The Debate Over Opening One Of St. Louis’ Oldest Gated Streets May 18, 2021

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Residents are pushing to permanently open a gate that blocks pedestrian and car traffic into the DeBaliviere Place neighborhood.

Monday, May 17, 2021 - Reviewing Missouri’s 2021 Legislative Session May 17, 2021

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Tensions among lawmakers and measures that did not pass are overshadowing accomplishments of the just-completed Missouri legislative session. Those achievements could have a far-reaching impact.

Friday, May 14, 2021 - A Musician’s Journey From Punk To Electronic Funk May 14, 2021

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St. Louis-based band Drangus has been making music for five years. The three-person group creates synth-pop music. Frontman Tom Pini started the group after splitting with successful emo-indie rock band, Foxing.

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