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Today at 7:30 AM  President Barack Obama vigorously defended the surveillance programs in a lengthy interview Monday, calling them transparent — even though they are authorized in secret.

Monday, June 10, 2013  Though the mosquitoes carrying the virus were in Cook County, officials warn you to protect yourselves from the pests by prevention.

Thursday, June 06, 2013  Court allows girls of all ages to buy generic morning-after pill while government appeals

Saturday, May 25, 2013  Ban on driving and cell phone use facing one final hurdle.

Thursday, May 23, 2013  Teen birth rates dip in all but 2 states, national figure at record low, CDC report says

Wednesday, May 22, 2013  You wouldn't go days without brushing your teeth or years without getting a dental checkup.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  Once the girl with the Billy Bob tattoo, Jolie now inspires with mastectomy revelation

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  Lawmakers outraged over another military sex case involving someone assigned to prevent sexual assault.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013  Judge in New York rips government for opposing his order giving broader access to morning-after pill

Wednesday, April 17, 2013  These cool, wet conditions are preventing farmers from planting corn crops, but it's not too late.

Tuesday, April 16, 2013  Spring is here and athletes are hitting the fields hard. All those hours of practice could lead to championships and gold medals but it can also cause a career ending problem. KHQA's Kristen Aguirre shows you why doctor's are telling you to take a day off training.

Friday, April 05, 2013  The weather is getting warmer and the sun is shinning. Are you wearing your SPF? If not you could be exposing your skin to cancer.

Friday, March 29, 2013  New London, Missouri police are searching for the man responsible for a drive-by blow gun shooting of a 10-year-old boy.

Friday, March 08, 2013  Fixing Highway 61 near Palmyra has become an ongoing project for Missouri Department of Transportation

Thursday, February 14, 2013  A new program in Hannibal has kicked off and organizers are hoping plenty of volunteers jump on board to make it a success.