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A St. Louis news anchor apologized for using the term "colored" instead of "homeowners of color" while teasing a story about Black homeowners, prompting criticism from the National Association of Black Journalists. The TV station explained that the script was inadvertently changed, but the incident raised concerns about racial sensitivity and the need for diversity training in the newsroom.
St. Louis TV station KMOV faced backlash after anchor Cory Stark used the term "colored homeowners" on air, prompting an apology from the station and Stark. The National Association of Black Journalists criticized the use of the "outdated, offensive, and racist" term and called for employee retraining and better recruitment and retention of black staffers at KMOV. While some, including the St. Louis County NAACP President, believe there was no offensive intent, the incident highlights ongoing concerns about equal treatment and fair coverage in the media.