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Wednesday, July 22, 2020 - Pandemic Vacations Jul 22, 2020

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Can you travel safely during the coronavirus pandemic? Are certain forms of travel safer than others? And what kinds of precautions should you take? We get answers from a University of Missouri epidemiologist.

Tuesday, July 21, 2020 - COVID-19 is Pivotal Issue in St. Louis County Executive Race Jul 21, 2020

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The pandemic prompted the St. Louis County Executive to take unprecedented action. Sam Page says his administration’s response is worthy of praise. His opponents in the four-way Democratic primary for county executive disagree.

Monday, July 20, 2020 - Teachers Wrestle With The Thought Of Returning To School Jul 20, 2020

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Nearly five weeks before school is scheduled to begin, many teachers have conflicting feelings about returning to the classroom and being able to stay healthy during the pandemic.

Friday, July 17, 2020 - One Man's Journey From Protester To Police Officer Jul 17, 2020

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Aloni Benson started out protesting the killing of Michael Brown in Ferguson. He would later become a St. Louis County Police officer. Benson talks about his decision and his experience on both frontlines.

Thursday, July 16, 2020 - St. Charles County Race Relations Jul 16, 2020

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Nearly 2,000 people attended a George Floyd protest in O'Fallon, Mo., recently. That would have been unheard of just a few years ago. St. Charles County is still 90% white. Diversity has been increasing but protest organizers say the turnout has more to do with the video of Floyd's death.

Wednesday, July 15, 2020 - Pandemic Doctor Jul 15, 2020

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An infectious disease doctor at Washington University had to make a tough choice at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Matifadza Hlatshwayo Davis was about 7 months pregnant and worried about being exposed to the virus. She decided to dial back on work and eventually gave birth to a healthy boy.

Tuesday, July 14, 2020 - Young Police Cadets Jul 14, 2020

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Three Black teenagers who are aspiring police officers share their thoughts on the national conversation about the role of police and their relationship with the Black community.

Monday, July 13, 2020 - Migrant Workers At Risk Jul 13, 2020

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The U.S. relies on more than 2 million seasonal workers to cultivate and harvest crops. In the Midwest, workers are now heading out into the fields amid concerns about COVID-19 outbreaks.

Friday, July 10, 2020 - St. Louis County Executive Race Jul 10, 2020

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The protest movement condemning police killing Black people is one of the top issues in the contest for St. Louis County Executive. All four Democratic candidates say they are the right person to bridge social, economic and public safety divides.

Thursday, July 9, 2020 - Court Ruling Leads To More Questions About Dicamba Jul 09, 2020

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Many environmental groups consider a recent federal court decision to ban three dicamba herbicides as a big victory. Several farm organizations are criticizing the ruling, which comes in the middle of spraying season. The case is raising questions about the future use of dicamba.

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