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Monday, February 3, 2020 - Pot Expungement Feb 03, 2020

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Under Illinois' new cannabis legalization law, thousands of people will see their criminal records cleared of some pot convictions and arrests. But not everyone with a cannabis conviction will get a clean slate automatically.

Friday, January 31, 2020 - Conservative Caucus Jan 31, 2020

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The Missouri Senate's conservative caucus formed just last year but the six senators have already shaped legislation. They were among the staunchest supporters of one of the most restrictive abortion bills in the country and they broke with their party to oppose a workforce development bill. We examine their priorities for this session.

Thursday, January 30, 2020 - City of the Future Jan 30, 2020

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Middle school students from across Missouri are designing cities of the future with an emphasis on how they use water. The winner of the state competition in Rolla is receiving an all-expenses-paid trip to the nationals in Washington, D.C. The goal is to bring awareness to water issues and increase interest in STEM fields.

Wednesday, January 29, 2020 - Redistricting Fairness Jan 29, 2020

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As Republicans in the state legislature look to repeal Clean Missouri over its redistricting plan we ask what really constitutes fair redistricting? What would that look like and how might it affect political power in the state?

Tuesday, January 28, 2020 — Hip-Hop Shakespeare Jan 28, 2020

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"Dress the Part" is an adaptation of Shakespeare's "The Two Gentlemen of Verona" that swaps iambic pentameter for a hip-hop beat.

Monday, January 27, 2020 - The Musical "Madam" Jan 27, 2020

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The Fly North Music theater company is presenting the musical, Madam at .Zack. It is based on the life of St. Louisan Eliza Haycraft. She was a 19th brothel manager and one of the richest women in the city. The writer of the musical describes how Haycraft ran her business during the passage of the social evil act which legalized prostitution in St. Louis.

Friday, January 24, 2020 - Workers Opera Jan 24, 2020

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Bread and Roses Missouri is presenting an original compilation of sketches and songs that address issues faced by workers. The participants are not professional performers, and most are members of a trade union. Topics include the importance of participating in the upcoming census and the intricacies of applying for Medicaid.

Thursday, January 23. 2020 - The Impact of the Blues Success Jan 23, 2020

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The National Hockey League's All-Star festivities this weekend in St. Louis mark another chapter in what has been an unprecedented year for professional hockey in the region. The Blues captured the Stanley Cup and are among the league's leaders this season. Former Blue and St. Louis-native Cam Janssen talks about the impact the team's success is having on his hometown.

Wednesday, January 22, 2020 - Support Animals Jan 22, 2020

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Sham support animals: In Missouri, having a pet certified as an emotional support animal is as easy as filling out a form online and paying a fee. And that fee is less than the pet deposit for most rental properties. And the law says you don’t have to pay a pet deposit for a service animal. Especially in college towns, like Rolla, some landlords are getting tired of it.

Tuesday, January 21, 2020 - Deconstructed Buildings Jan 21, 2020

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St. Louis salvage nonprofit Refab has been taking apart or "deconstructing" a building in the Vandeventer neighborhood for six months. It is part of a recent push to deconstruct, rather than demolish, buildings. The alternative costs more in labor, but has more environmental benefits for the surrounding community, saves valuable architectural materials and could create new jobs.

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