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Missouri May See Nearly 65,000 Fewer COVID Vaccine Doses Through The End Of Year
The decreases in vaccine allocations ‘substantially impacted’ the state’s ability to meet its original plan, a DHSS official said.
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Judge Tosses Lawsuit Challenging Missouri Medical Marijuana License Caps
A Cole County judge on Monday threw out a lawsuit about medical marijuana.
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Confusion, Delays Hamper COVID Vaccine Shipments To Clay County Hospitals
Liberty Hospital was told last week by Missouri’s health department that its initial shipment wasn’t arriving.
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Congress Passed $900 Billion COVID Relief Package. Here’s What’s In The Bill — And What’s Out
Congress on Monday night approved and sent to President Donald Trump the first major COVID-19 relief measure since the spring.
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Five Calls From Missouri Politicos After Election Day
I always say that smart people learn from their mistakes, but wise people learn from other people’s mistakes.
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Congress Seals The Deal On Emergency COVID Relief With Unemployment Aid, $600 Checks
A deal on a coronavirus relief package finally emerged on Sunday night.
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Capitol Perspectives: Teach Your Children Well
This column is inspired by a 1970 song by Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young for parents to “teach your children well.”
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In Missouri Mental Health Facilities, COVID Surged. Staff Say Policies Are Patchwork
Eleven patients, four staff have died across Missouri’s Department of Mental Health offices and facilities.
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Workers’ COVID Lawsuits Could Be Quashed Under GOP Push In Congress
Tyson fired seven managers at the Waterloo pork processing plant following an independent investigation into the betting allegations.
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Education Secretary Betsy DeVos Heads For The Exits, Leaving A Legacy Of Turmoil
She didn’t even try.
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Missouri PSC Will Not Order A Moratorium On Utility Shut Offs
There will be no state-ordered moratorium on utility shut offs this winter.
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House Ethics Panel Seeks Censure Of Missouri Democrat Accused Of Having Sex With Intern
Bipartisan committee says Rep. Wiley Price threatened staff in retaliation for reporting allegations
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Congress Close To Emergency Relief Deal With Direct Payments, Added Unemployment Benefits
A coronavirus relief deal appeared within reach late Wednesday following months of stalemate in Congress.
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What Is A ModRNA Vaccine And Is It Safe?
The first COVID-19 vaccine is now authorized for emergency distribution, yet only 58% of Americans are willing to take it.
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Republican Accused Of Abusing His Children Denied Membership In House GOP Caucus
Rick Roeber will not be allowed to caucus with his party when the legislative session begins next month.
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After Testy Debate, Missouri GOP Bill Casting Doubt On Joe Biden’s Victory Likely Dead
A Democratic state representative on Monday accused Trump attorney Rudy Giuliani of lying to overturn the presidential election.
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The Coronavirus Vaccine: A Doctor Answers 5 Questions
Dr. Jason McKnight, a primary care physician at Texas A&M University, answers five questions about the rollout and distribution underway.
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Why Did Fayette Police Raid A Black Student’s House Twice Late At Night?
Christopher Turner Jr. and his girlfriend had just gotten home from a Central Methodist University football game in Kansas.
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Supreme Court Rejects Lawsuit Backed By Missouri AG Schmitt Trying To Overturn Presidential Election
The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday turned aside a Texas lawsuit that sought to derail the presidential election results.
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Missouri’s First COVID Vaccine Doses Are On The Way. How Do You Get People To Take Them?
To combat misinformation and build trust among hesitant groups, community leaders’ help will be key.