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National Guard Troops Face 2020's Unprecedented Challenges

KCUR 89.3

It's been a challenging year for the National Guard — responding to a large number of natural disasters in the middle of a global pandemic.

National Guard Troops Face 2020's Unprecedented Challenges

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Funeral Homes Help To Solve Transportation Needs For Voters

KCUR 89.3

Some older voters have limited options for getting to the polls — there are lots of work-arounds though. But in some cities, funeral homes are making sure they get there.

Funeral Homes Help To Solve Transportation Needs For Voters

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Colleges That Keep Small Isolated Towns Vibrant Now Pose Public Health Threat

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Colleges That Keep Small Isolated Towns Vibrant Now Pose Public Health Threat

KCUR 89.3

Many of those institutions hung on year-to-year even before the pandemic. Now COVID-19 threatens to cut off the oxygen sustaining these schools, and the sports programs that drive enrollment.

Colleges That Keep Small Isolated Towns Vibrant Now Pose Public Health Threat

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As Pandemic Hits Colleges' Finances, Small Town May Be Affected Too

KCUR 89.3

Hundreds of small universities across the country may need to be shuttered due to COVID-19, and that means many tiny college towns across the country are also at risk.

As Pandemic Hits Colleges' Finances, Small Town May Be Affected Too

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Surge Of Federal Agents In Kansas City Sparks Controversy, Leaves Divide In Community

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Surge Of Federal Agents In Kansas City Sparks Controversy, Leaves Divide In Community

KCUR 89.3

The effort to quell violent crime has been marred by misinformation, and local activists say it's wrong-headed but others applaud the help from Washington, D.C., to fight a desperate homicide problem.

The Racial Justice Reckoning Over Sports Team Names Is Spreading

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America Reckons With Racial Injustice

The Racial Justice Reckoning Over Sports Team Names Is Spreading

KCUR 89.3

In the wake of George Floyd's killing, Confederate monuments have fallen, food companies have scrubbed racist imagery from labels, and now, pro sports teams names are under fresh review.

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Sports Teams Consider Changing Team Names Amid Racial Reckoning

KCUR 89.3

As racial justice reckoning occurs across the country, a number of professional sports teams are feeling pressure to change their names that are viewed by some as deeply offensive.

Sports Teams Consider Changing Team Names Amid Racial Reckoning

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Small Breweries Struggle To Survive During Coronavirus Lockdowns

KCUR 89.3

The boom of U.S. craft breweries, more than doubling in the past five years, could soon be turning to bust. Without throngs of customers jamming their bars, many struggle to pivot to a new model.

Small Breweries Struggle To Survive During Coronavirus Lockdowns

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Missouri Sues China For Its Handling Of COVID-19 Outbreak

KCUR 89.3

Missouri is the first state to sue China for spreading the coronavirus. But China is protected by the Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act. Missouri claims there are exceptions.

Missouri Sues China For Its Handling Of COVID-19 Outbreak

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States Without Coronavirus Lockdown Orders Are Under Scrutiny

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While most states have blanket lockdowns, some are a patchwork, with cities and counties mandating their own rules.

States Without Coronavirus Lockdown Orders Are Under Scrutiny

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Kansas City Fans Celebrate Chiefs Super Bowl Victory

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Kansas City Chiefs fans basked in the glory of their first Super Bowl win in half a century with a parade and victory rally.

Kansas City Fans Celebrate Chiefs Super Bowl Victory

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Kansas City Chiefs' Fans Are Ecstatic About Super Bowl Victory

KCUR 89.3

The long wait is over: Fans of the Kansas City Chiefs are celebrating their first Super Bowl championship in 50 years. After a slow start, the Chiefs pulled off a double-digit comeback.

Kansas City Chiefs' Fans Are Ecstatic About Super Bowl Victory

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Some Chiefs' Fans Accused Of Being Insensitive To Native Americans

KCUR 89.3

The Kansas City Chiefs will play in the Super Bowl for the first time in half a century. That's sparked euphoria in the city amid concerns over imagery and fan traditions that many find offensive.

Some Chiefs' Fans Accused Of Being Insensitive To Native Americans

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Super Bowl-Bound Chiefs Re-Energize Kansas City

For the first time in 50 years, the Kansas City Chiefs are headed to the Super Bowl. The Chiefs will face off against the San Francisco 49ers at Super Bowl LIV in Miami.

Super Bowl-Bound Chiefs Re-Energize Kansas City

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Farmers React With Mix Of Relief And Worry To Tentative China Trade Deal

Farmers hurt by Trump's trade war with China celebrate news of agreement to ease some of the restrictions on commodities.

Farmers React With Mix Of Relief And Worry To Tentative China Trade Deal

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