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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.

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Fergus Falls construction worker makes Top 20 on American Idol

Fergus Falls native Chris Tungseth, a 27-year-old construction worker, has advanced to the Top 20 on American Idol after a standout season opener — and now his fate is in viewers' hands.
by Gracie Stockton and Cathy Wurzer

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TSA agents working without full paychecks amid partial government shutdown

TSA agents working without full paychecks amid partial government shutdown

Federal agents running security at airports are again working with only partial pay in the partial government shutdown. That’s creating hardships for those key workers, a Minnesota union leader tells MPR News.
by Cathy Wurzer and Lukas Levin

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Morning Announcements for March 10

Morning Announcements for March 10

These are the Morning Announcements for Tuesday, March 10. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
by MPR News Staff

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Morning Announcements for March 9

Morning Announcements for March 9

These are the Morning Announcements for Monday, March 9. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
by MPR News Staff

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Daylight saving time disrupting your child's sleep? Pediatrician offers advice

Daylight saving time disrupting your child's sleep? Pediatrician offers advice

With the time change and spring break on the horizon, Dr. Liz Placzek, pediatrician at Children's Minnesota, joined Cathy Wurzer on Morning Edition with suggestions for getting a good night’s rest.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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March expected to be mild after a cool start

March expected to be mild after a cool start

March is known for variable weather and this year is no different.
by Emily Bright

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Morning Announcements for March 6

Morning Announcements for March 6

These are the Morning Announcements for Friday, March 6. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
by MPR News Staff

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Morning Announcements for March 5

Morning Announcements for March 5

These are the Morning Announcements for Thursday, March 5. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
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