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Friday, January 17, 2020 - Nichole McHenry Jan 17, 2020

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East St. Louis native Nichole McHenry is the head of diversity initiatives for the National Park Service in the Midwest. She worked her way up from park ranger. Now based in St. Louis, McHenry advocates for people of color to engage with national parks in urban and park settings.

Thursday, January 16, 2020 - Gun Violence In Churches Jan 16, 2020

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In the past two years, gunmen have killed dozens of people inside U.S. churches and synagogues. In response, some religious leaders in St. Louis have fortified their buildings, hired armed security guards and even encouraged congregants to bring guns to services. Others say guns have no place inside houses of worship.

Wednesday, January 15, 2020 - Lisa Clancy Jan 15, 2020

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The St. Louis County Council has a new chairwoman. Lisa Clancy moves into the role as the County faces significant challenges. That includes a $20 million verdict awarded to a gay police officer for employment discrimination.

Tuesday, January 14, 2020 - St. Louis Fashion History Jan 14, 2020

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In the late 1800s and early 1900s, St. Louis was America's second fashion capital behind New York City. Today, the city is revitalizing its historic garment district by expanding manufacturing and building a diverse and inclusive community through incubators like the St. Louis Fashion Fund.

Monday, January 13, 2020 — Questions about marijuana in Illinois and Missouri Jan 13, 2020

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St. Louis Public Radio's Jaclyn Driscoll answers the most-asked questions about marijuana laws in both Illinois and Missouri, most especially “can I buy pot in Illinois and bring it home to Missouri?”

Friday, January 10, 2020 - Going To School Surrounded By Violence Jan 10, 2020

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Ashland Elementary School is surrounded by some of the worst gun violence in St. Louis. Students bring the toxic stress and trauma of crime into the classroom. The school has become a safe space in the community that includes the Penrose and O'Fallon neighborhoods.

Thursday, January 9, 2020 - Mental Health First Aid Jan 09, 2020

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Mental health first aid is gaining popularity throughout the United States. Like traditional first aid, it teaches people how to recognize problems and help people having a crisis. Local courses aim to help people understand mental health issues and offer empathy and care, not judgment and stigma.

Wednesday, January 8, 2020 - Marijuana Banking Jan 08, 2020

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Missouri has collected more than 2,000 applications for medical marijuana business licenses - but who will bank those businesses? Many are not willing to take on the risk for something that is illegal at the federal level.

Tuesday, January 7, 2020 - ABB Shooting Jan 07, 2020

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Ten years ago today, a disgruntled ABB Power employee walked into the St. Louis business and killed three coworkers and wounded five more before killing himself. We look back on how that day changed many lives.

Monday, January 6, 2020 - Loans for Black-Owned Businesses Jan 06, 2020

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Business owners of color have historically faced barriers in access to affordable loans. It's another hurdle for owners, but some have been able to run their businesses with the odds stacked against them.

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