The weather pattern known as La Nina is forecast to begin this fall, which means Missouri could see a colder-than-usual winter.

But first, State Climatologist Zack Leasor gives us an update on the state’s drought picture…

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“Opening doors to recovery.” That’s the mission of the St. Louis Empowerment Center.

Alisa Nelson talks to Sheila Mihalick, the center’s assistant director, about the help provided to people free of charge, helping Missourians who need help with addiction, mental health, housing, jobs, and everyday essentials.

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Missouri DNC delegates are pledging their support to Vice President Kamala Harris for president, including Kansas City Democratic house member, Ashley Aune.

She talks with Anthony Morabith on the presidential race and the upcoming Democratic National Convention from Chicago.

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Ham and eggs will bring together many Missouri elected leaders and voters on Thursday at the state fair.

Alisa Nelson talks to Missouri Department of Agriculture Director Chris Chinn about the Governor’s Ham Breakfast: a Missouri State Fair tradition.

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Avid readers and families are looking forward to The 2024 Missouri Book Festival.

Reedy Press published author and author liaison, Amanda Doyle, gives Cameron Conner the rundown of events and why this festival is just as important for authors.

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Mark Twain’s story of Huckleberry Finn, and his friend Jim, is based on true people and places in Hannibal and northeast Missouri.

A museum in Hannibal showcases all of that. Ashley Byrd talks with the executive director Faye Dant of Jim's Journey: the Huck Finn Freedom Center.

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The Small Business Deduction is set to expire in 2025, possibly hurting business owners in the process who are still struggling post-pandemic.

Jeff Brabant with the National Federation of Independent Businesses tells Anthony Morabith how this could affect Missourians.

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