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Morning Edition, with Cathy Wurzer in St. Paul and NPR hosts in Washington and Los Angeles, brings you all the news from overnight and the information you need to start your day. Listen from 4 to 9 a.m. every weekday.

Morning Announcements | Weather chats with Mark Seeley | Parting Thoughts

Seeley: Lots of snow this week, but still short of record depth

According to retired University of Minnesota climatologist and meteorologist Mark Seeley, the 15 or so inches on the ground this week is nothing compared to January 23, 1982 – when snow depth in the metro measured 38 inches.
by Cathy Wurzer and Julia Franz

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'I got myself back': White Earth project strengthens individuals to build community

'I got myself back': White Earth project strengthens individuals to build community

A new initiative is teaching parents on the White Earth Reservation life skills to be better parents, but just as importantly, how to use their voices to create community change. Cultural identity is central to the first-of-its-kind program in Minnesota that seeks to help people heal from trauma and empowers them to help others.
by Dan Gunderson

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Mini-tax bill moves fast at Capitol, but big breaks will wait

Mini-tax bill moves fast at Capitol, but big breaks will wait

Minnesota lawmakers are moving quickly to approve a plan to sync state and federal tax deductions. They’re aiming to do it before most people and business owners file their 2022 income tax returns. 
by Brian Bakst

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Art Hounds: Last chance to see 'Paj qaum ntuj' at the Walker

Art Hounds: Last chance to see 'Paj qaum ntuj' at the Walker

In the first week of 2023, Art Hounds recommend visual artist Paula Barkmeier, Led Zepplin cover band Zeppo and Pao Houa Her’s exhibition at the Walker Art Center.
by Jacob Aloi and Max Sparber

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Red Lake considers a future without blood quantum

Red Lake considers a future without blood quantum

A new study finds Red Lake’s population will plunge in coming years under the current rules which are governed by blood quantum. However, changing the rules might also bring about a population explosion.
by Mathew Holding Eagle III

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In 2nd inaugural, Walz vows end to ‘era of gridlock’

In 2nd inaugural, Walz vows end to ‘era of gridlock’

Gov. Tim Walz stepped into his second term Monday alongside DFL party allies, pledging that a unified government will usher in bold change.
by Brian Bakst

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Women carve historic path as Legislature opens with DFL in charge

Women carve historic path as Legislature opens with DFL in charge

For the first time, the top two posts in Minnesota’s Legislature will be occupied at the same time by women. A third seat at the negotiating table will be, too.
by Brian Bakst

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COVID-19 isn't done with us yet, U's Osterholm warns

COVID-19 isn't done with us yet, U's Osterholm warns

COVID-19 cases are exploding in China while U.S. health officials worry holiday gatherings may reignite the virus here. Epidemiologist Michael Osterholm joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer Wednesday to lay out the current state of the pandemic.
by Cathy Wurzer and Melissa Townsend

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Capitol will be abuzz in new session even as remote options remain

Capitol will be abuzz in new session even as remote options remain

When the legislative session starts Jan. 3, more people are expected to be around the Capitol. While some remote options will remain for lawmakers and their constituents, key legislators anticipate much more in-person activity.
by Brian Bakst

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COVID nearly killed him, then the hard part began

COVID nearly killed him, then the hard part began

Two years ago, Gabe Pastores was intubated and on last-ditch lifesaving measures in Mayo Clinic's COVID-19 wing. Many of those patients didn't make it out. Pastores did, but his COVID journey was far from over. 
by Catharine Richert

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