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Thursday, October 15, 2020 - The Battle Over Clean Missouri Oct 15, 2020

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Republican state legislators are leading an effort to repeal Clean Missouri and return redistricting to a commission or the courts. Supporters want to keep the plan approved by voters which places the process under a non-partisan state demographer.

Wednesday, October 14, 2020 - Acting Director Wants to Bring Stability To County Jail Oct 14, 2020

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New St. Louis County jail chief Doug Burris has been in charge for about three weeks. He has taken the job during a time of intense scrutiny. There have been several inmate deaths and harassment allegations against the former jail director.

Tuesday, October 13, 2020 - Galloway Wants to Bring Governorship Back to Democrats Oct 13, 2020

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Democratic State Auditor Nicole Galloway has always faced an uphill battle for governor against Republican incumbent Mike Parson. But the race now appears closer than expected. Parson’s handling of the coronavirus crisis and less support for President Trump in Missouri have given Galloway an opening.

Monday, October 12, 2020 - St. Louis Art Museum And Diversity Oct 12, 2020

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The longtime director of the St. Louis Art Museum says more needs to be done to increase diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the museum world. Brent Benjamin is also the president of the Association of Art Museum Directors. He is planning to retire in mid-2021.

Friday, October 9, 2020 - Pandemic Worsens Nursing Home Staff Shortages Oct 09, 2020

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Nearly 1,800 nursing home residents in St. Louis County have contracted the coronavirus and more than 400 have died. Some families say staff shortages, which existed before the pandemic, have worsened in recent months and are putting their loved ones at risk.

Thursday, October 8, 2020 - Music ‘On The Go’ Oct 08, 2020

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The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra is playing small-group concerts for limited audiences during the pandemic. The sites for the pop-up shows include senior living facilities and people’s front porches.

Wednesday, October 7, 2020 - Businesses Struggle With Decision to Close Oct 07, 2020

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Small business owners in St. Louis have faced shutdowns, restrictions, and fewer customers during the pandemic. And there’s still no end in sight. That has many wondering if they should stay open.

Tuesday, October 6, 2020 - Contact Tracing Challenges Oct 06, 2020

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St Louis city and county have hired dozens of contact tracers to track down people who have come into contact with those who have tested positive for coronavirus. But there are still staffing shortages, along with a lack of cooperation and a sense of mistrust from the public.

Monday, October 5, 2020 - Murals Beautify Old Greyhound Station Oct 05, 2020

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St. Louis artist Cbabi Bayoc has a new installation of paintings hanging at the former Greyhound Station on Cass Avenue. The colorful artwork of black lives is inspired by the recent protests against police violence.

Friday, October 2, 2020 - Pandemic Puts Trick-or-Treating In Jeopardy Oct 02, 2020

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Many parents are debating if their children should trick-or-treat during the pandemic. Some are coming up with alternatives, including leaving goodie bags at the end of driveways instead of the traditional ringing of doorbells on Halloween night.

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