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Thursday, October 29, 2020 - Is Political Change Taking Hold in Phelps County? Oct 29, 2020

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Phelps County has been a reliable stronghold for Republicans for decades, but there have been more progressive approaches recently in Rolla. Those signs of potential change include efforts to decriminalize marijuana and Black Lives Matter protests.

Wednesday, October 28, 2020 - Governor Mike Parson Seeks Full Term Oct 28, 2020

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Republican incumbent Mike Parson is stating his case to stay in the Governor’s office. He’s been the state’s chief executive since Eric Greitens resigned in 2018. Parson is expected to defeat state Auditor Nicole Galloway on Election Day, although not by as big a margin as previously anticipated.

Tuesday, October 27, 2020 - The Fight For Illinois’ 13th Congressional District Oct 27, 2020

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Republican incumbent Rodney Davis faces a tough challenge from Democrat Betsy Dirksen Londrigan in Illinois’ 13th Congressional District, which includes parts of the Metro East. Londrigan lost to Davis by about 2,000 votes in 2018. This year's tight race is attracting national attention and money.

Monday, October 26, 2020 - Illinois Voters To Decide Fate of Graduated Tax Plan Oct 26, 2020

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Illinois residents will decide on November 3 if the state constitution should be changed to replace the current flat tax with a graduated system, similar to federal income taxes.

Friday, October 23, 2020 - St. Louis Voters Face Decisions on Elections And Childhood Education Oct 23, 2020

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Voters in St. Louis will have a chance next month to change how most city officials are elected. They also will decide whether to raise property taxes to support early childhood education.

Wednesday, October 22, 2010 - Ballet During A Pandemic Oct 22, 2020

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Members of the St. Louis Ballet are among the first troupes in the region to perform together during the pandemic. Artistic Director Gen Horiuchi composed a series of vignettes responding to the outbreak and the performance will stream online starting this weekend.

Wednesday, October 21, 2020 - Democrats And The Suburbs Oct 21, 2020

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Fatigue stemming from President Trump’s administration could spur realignment in traditionally Republican parts of St. Louis County. The performance by Democrats in next month’s election could be an indication of the party’s future in Missouri.

How German and American Schools Are Coping With Coronavirus Oct 20, 2020

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It’s halfway through the fall semester and many St. Louis area students are just now trickling back into classrooms. Thousands are still learning from home. Schools in most of Europe have been open for a while. St. Louis Public Radio’s Ryan Delaney has that story from Germany.

Monday, October 19 2020 - Concerns of Voters of Color Oct 19, 2020

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Andrea Henderson and Marissanne Lewis-Thompson explain the concerns about intimidation that voters of color have with the 2020 election.

Friday, October 16, 2020 - Farmers And The Presidential Election Oct 16, 2020

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Agriculture policy is not getting much attention in the run up to the presidential election. But farmers are looking closely at what they might be able to expect from four more years of Donald Trump versus a Joe Biden administration. But there aren't a lot of solid answers, and any difference may not matter.

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