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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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St. Cloud Times calls out 'cowards' for racism, xenophobia

A recent New York Times article turned the spotlight on St. Cloud and the hostilities toward immigrants and refugees there. The editorial board of the St. Cloud Times published a response titled "Cowards Will Be our Downfall."
by Cathy Wurzer

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"Hot Stuff" tops charts 40 years ago

"Hot Stuff" by Donna Summer reached No. 1 on the Billboard pop chart 40 years ago today. The disco classic features a solo by former Doobie Brothers guitarist Jeff "Skunk" Baxter.
by Cathy Wurzer

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One of first gay men to get married reflects on history of gay rights movement

One of first gay men to get married reflects on history of gay rights movement

Michael McConnell and Jack Baker made history as the first gay couple in the country to apply for a marriage license in 1970. McConnell looks back at the the history of the gay rights movement in Minnesota.
by Marcheta Fornoff

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Debate another key moment for Klobuchar's presidential hopes

Debate another key moment for Klobuchar's presidential hopes

The Democratic 2020 presidential nomination contest enters a new phase this week with the first debates. For low-profile contenders including Minnesota U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar, it's a chance to get much needed publicity.
by Mark Zdechlik

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Carrie Underwood faces allegations of copyright infringement in Sunday Night Football theme

Carrie Underwood performs tonight at Target Center in Minneapolis. The concert comes amid news this week that Underwood is being sued for copyright infringement over her song "Game On."
by Cathy Wurzer

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Summer solstice, tornadoes and other weather news

It may seem like summer started weeks ago, but it didn't. It starts today! The days are also going to get shorter from here on out. This time of year is the height of severe weather.
by Cathy Wurzer

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T-wolves land Texas Tech's Culver after draft-day trade

T-wolves land Texas Tech's Culver after draft-day trade

The Minnesota Timberwolves have embarked on a roster revamp to improve their defense and 3-point shooting in an attempt to thrive in the current pace-and-space era in the NBA.
by Dave Campbell, Associated Press

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Student fishing league catching on in Minnesota lakes country

Student fishing league catching on in Minnesota lakes country

A two-year-old league has 22 schools and more than 450 students participating in competitive fishing. The interest caught organizers by surprise and they believe it bodes well for the future of angling.
by Dan Gunderson

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