Chrystal Blair
Reporter with Missouri Public News ServiceChrystal Blair is a veteran news broadcaster with more than 30 years of experience in radio and television reporting, producing, and writing. She was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, and earned a degree in Communication/Radio, Television, Film from Eastern Michigan University.
Prior to starting her career, Chrystal worked as a flight attendant for a major airline, indulging her passion for travel. After a year of flying, she relocated to Los Angeles, California, where she began her career as a reporter at a community public access television station. While working at the station, Chrystal was selected “Reporter of the Year” for the community news awards.
Since then, Chrystal has worked in television and radio for several mainstream media affiliates and has been honored with several prestigious awards, including CBS Radio’s “World Class Performer” award.
In addition to her professional pursuits, Chrystal has a passion for performing arts and has acted in several professional plays. She is also an animal lover and cares deeply for animal welfare. During her leisure time, she enjoys spending quality time with her rescued dog and cat.
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Saturday, April 26, local law enforcement will host five prescription drug take-back sites across Taney and Stone counties as part of the DEA’s 'National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.' Drug prevention advocates are teaming up with police to promote safe disposal. -
A new report reveals that Missouri’s public health agencies are not sharing information effectively, and fixing this could improve healthcare for residents. This is the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services' first report on the state’s digital health system, identifying key areas for better sharing and use of health data. -
In Missouri and across the U.S., heart disease is the leading cause of maternal death, and for Black women, the risk is even higher. The American Heart Association wants women to know the warning signs and when to seek medical attention. -
A bipartisan push in Congress could bring new hope to young farmers in Missouri and beyond. A newly introduced bill would launch a U.S. Department of Agriculture pilot program to help the next generation of producers overcome key barriers such as affording land, accessing capital, and reaching markets. -
Since spring 2024, H5N1 avian influenza has affected humans and animals in the United States and Canada. A new poll finds most Americans are concerned about bird flu’s impact on egg prices. -
With around 1.3 million Missourians currently enrolled in Medicaid, nonprofits across the state are sounding alarms, warning that proposed federal cuts could have devastating consequences for vulnerable residents who rely on the program for health care. -
Rural communities in Missouri are preparing for a difficult reality as the possibility of federal cuts to programs like Medicaid, coupled with a decline in donations, start to severely impact their ability to meet the needs of their residents. -
Rallying to protect union jobs and oppose efforts to privatize the U.S. Postal Service, Missouri postal workers are joining the national fight with the theme, "U.S. Mail, Not For Sale - Day of Action." -
The Missouri Foundation for Health is teaming up with The Marshall Project to start a nonprofit news outlet in St. Louis. The goal is to provide in-depth coverage of Missouri’s legal system and how it affects people's health, especially in marginalized communities -
A nonprofit farming organization in Missouri has joined others from around the nation to fight for small farmers and the increasing corporatization of agriculture.
