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KCUR Morning News 5-31-11

By Maria Carter

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Kansas City, MO – Experts say they're worried about environmental dangers in Joplin's air, water and debris piles after the massive tornado.

The first emergency teams that went to Joplin from Kansas City have been analyzing how it worked to help a city recover after being hit by a tornado of historic proportions.

A new analysis led by Saint Louis University suggests that when it comes to stroke care, minorities and whites are not treated equally.

A new analysis led by Saint Louis University suggests that when it comes to stroke care, minorities and whites are not treated equally.

Congress just eliminated federal funding for KCUR, but public radio is for the people.

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