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Monday, November 27, 2023 - A Madison County program is helping high school students with disabilities find jobs Nov 27, 2023

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The initiative allows seniors to attend school in the morning and work in the afternoon. The goal is for students to pick up workplace skills to transition into adulthood and possibly a job after graduation.

Wednesday, November 22, 2023 - Reginald Hudlin breaks the rules of Christmas movies in a reunion with Eddie Murphy Nov 22, 2023

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The East St. Louis native is playing with genre expectations in his first holiday film, "Candy Cane Lane." It's Hudlin's first time working with Eddie Murphy since directing "Boomerang" in 1992.

Tuesday, November 21, 2023 - Wash U and BJC expand an employee housing program Nov 21, 2023

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The initiative provides $12,500 in forgivable home loans to benefits-eligible employees. The program has a long history in some St. Louis neighborhoods and has the city’s support.

Monday, November 20, 2023 - The rich history behind Thanksgiving staples pumpkin and sweet potato pie Nov 20, 2023

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Many families are deciding which pie to cook for the holiday. Food historians say pumpkin pie is associated with American culture. Sweet potato pie is a significant part of African American soul food culture.

Friday, November 17, 2023 - An Illinois reparations leader hopes St. Louis is next for repayment Nov 17, 2023

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The St. Louis Reparations Commission is preparing a race-based harm report for Mayor Tishaura Jones. Robin Rue Simmons got Black residents in Evanston, Illinois, the country’s first reparations payout and is closely monitoring St. Louis’ push.

Thursday, November 16, 2023 - St. Louis groups hope a 'living lab' will inspire students to become scientists Nov 16, 2023

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Washington University, St. Louis University, the Saint Louis Zoo, and other local institutions are bringing children into Forest Park to show them wildlife can thrive in urban areas.

Wednesday, November 15, 2023 - An Illinois transgender Catholic is reckoning with his faith Nov 15, 2023

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Many in the trans community are conflicted between their identities and faith within Christian denominations. That includes a trans man in Illinois searching for a church he can call home.

Tuesday, November 14, 2023 - St. Charles County Council tables immigrant resolution Nov 14, 2023

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Council members discussed a measure opposing the International Institute’s efforts to bring Latin Americans to the region. The resolution opposes "the importation of illegal immigrants," though institute leaders said people helped by the program are in the country legally.

Monday, November 13, 2023 - St. Charles County Council will consider a resolution decrying bringing Latin Americans to the region Nov 13, 2023

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Council members will weigh a resolution condemning the International Institute’s efforts. The resolution opposes "the importation of illegal immigrants." Institute leaders say they are helping people in the country legally.

Friday, November 10, 2023 - President Biden and the UAW tout re-opening of Illinois auto plant Nov 10, 2023

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The President says workers at the northern Illinois plant will be treated fairly under a new contract. The parent company of Chrysler is planning to resume production after a pause earlier this year.

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