In this episode of "Cover Story with Stephanie Shonekan," University of Maryland graduate Mekhi Abbott joined Stephanie to discuss the thematic differences between “Bound” by Ponderosa Twins Plus One and “Bound 2” by Kanye West. The original song, released in 1969, is full of affection and yearning, and was relatively unknown until Kanye West sampled it in 2013. But Kanye's interpretation of the song is a lot more coarse, and it’s often viewed as a dark twist on a love song.
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When looking for new experiences, some just seem to sizzle more than others - literally. A group of brave amateur chefs in Columbia gathered to cook steaks in toasters.
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Programs like Missouri Stream Teams invite the public to participate in environmental research. -
Managing alpha-gal syndrome can be hard for anyone, but for farmers who are in close contact with mammals — the allergy can be ruinous and, sometimes, life-threatening. -
Contracts are in place for a project that will test the wastewater of public schools in Missouri for signs of fentanyl and other drug use. -
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The disagreement over whether Missouri's new congressional map is in effect or frozen is at the heart of a bitter dispute in federal court between the state attorney general's office and lawyers for the referendum campaign. -
Executive Director Meleah Spencer said they'll use the money to expand their shelter program.
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The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina has finally received full federal recognition, which it has sought since 1888. Tribal leaders were moved to tears after President Trump signed the measure. -
Pope Leo XIV has summoned the world's cardinals for two days of meetings to help him govern the church, in the clearest sign yet that the new year will signal the unofficial start of his pontificate. -
The comedian is scheduled to co-host his final show on Saturday with Wicked star Ariana Grande.
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The study would last four to six months and examine fatal and non-fatal shootings from the past two years. -
Meet Lisa Groshong, co-founder and operations coordinator for CoMo Craftcycle Collective! Lisa tells us their mission is to keep craft supplies out of the landfill: "we want to recirculate and inspire people." December 17, 2025 -
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On today's show, ITCOMO owner Robert Ricketts discusses some common issues and misconceptions surrounding home Wi-Fi. For instance, what's the difference between 5G Wi-Fi and 5G cellular? Robert tells us! He also pulls back the curtain on the "best kept secret" in the phone business. December 16, 2025 -
The board decided there was not enough data to fully understand the impact of a four-day school week. -
The City Council approved nearly $1 million in funding for shelter and stabilization services through two local nonprofits.
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In this episode, hosts Eric Fey and Brianna Lennon speak with Eduardo Repilloza Fernández. He’s the Director General of Transparencia Electoral, an election organization in Latin America that is working to promote and protect democracy through election observation, research and training.
They spoke about the work of the organization, the focus the organization has placed on data privacy for individual voters and about how the work of the organization is important to the security of democracy in the region.
They spoke about the work of the organization, the focus the organization has placed on data privacy for individual voters and about how the work of the organization is important to the security of democracy in the region.
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