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Missouri Republicans stick with redistricting plan despite backlash

State lawmakers across the country have been trying to pass new maps for their congressional districts.

Education

How a declining population is impacting education in Greece

In Greece, like much of Europe and the world, birth rates are sharply declining and populations are quickly aging.

Casual Friday with Vivian McCall and Chase Burns

This week… You’ve only got a few more days left to vote, especially if you want to drop your ballot in the mailbox. Halloween is on a Friday for the first time in over a decade, but Seattle weather might stand in the way of your good time. And if you see a bunch of 5’7 men at Cal Anderson Park on Saturday, don’t be alarmed. Local event organizers are hosting a “Short King Contest.” Stranger News Editor Vivian McCall and drag queen Chase Burns are here to break down the week and get a little spooky.

National

Judge to decide whether SNAP benefits can be cut off Saturday

Federal food assistance could be cut off Saturday because of the shutdown. But a federal judge could decide to take steps to ensure federal food assistance keeps flowing.

Politics

Delaware governor on using state money to temporarily fund SNAP benefits

NPR's A Martinez speaks to Democratic Gov. Matt Meyer of Delaware, who declared a state of emergency to temporarily fund SNAP benefits for his state's recipients of the federal food aid.

National

With SNAP benefits at risk, U.S. food banks prepare for surge in need

With millions of Americans at risk of losing access to their federal food benefits Saturday, food banks across the country are finding ways to help those in need.