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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

The week in upside-down weather, from gales to snowstorms

From gale-force winds in Duluth to nearly a foot of snow in parts of northwestern Minnesota, this week has been a wild ride, weather-wise. MPR News host Cathy Wurzer ran down the latest with Mark Seeley.
by Cathy Wurzer

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What's going on with the Timberwolves?

The big topic in Minnesota sports this week is the Timberwolves — namely, what's been happening off the court since star Jimmy Butler said he wants to be traded by the team. MPR News host Cathy Wurzer checked in with Star Tribune digital sports editor Howard Sinker for the latest.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Moose Lake fire no less horrible 100 years later

Moose Lake fire no less horrible 100 years later

One hundred years ago, Oct. 12, 1918, a convergence of forest fires burned a swath of Minnesota half the size of Rhode Island's land mass, and left hundreds dead.
by Dan Kraker

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Knoblach could still win the race he left weeks ago

Knoblach could still win the race he left weeks ago

The incumbent state representative's name remains on the ballot, despite the allegations by his daughter that led him to suspend his campaign.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Ford site developer proposes fewer homes, less density

Ford site developer proposes fewer homes, less density

Many residents of the Highland Park neighborhood remain concerned about the impact of thousands of new residents and workers and their cars.
by Matt Sepic

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Mayoral hopefuls embrace Moorhead's growing diversity

Mayoral hopefuls embrace Moorhead's growing diversity

Moorhead voters on Nov. 6 will decide among the most diverse slate of candidates for mayor in the city's history. The three agree the city's rising population of refugees, immigrants and people of color is a strength.
by Dan Gunderson

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Jungle Theater presents a fresh look at 'Little Women'

Jungle Theater presents a fresh look at 'Little Women'

Plus, the Art Hounds recommend "This is a Record" at SOO Visual Arts Center and "Dracula: Prince of Blood" in Lanesboro, Minn.
by Marianne Combs

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Eddie Cochran's 'Let's Get Together' turns 60

After Cochran finished recording it, the feeling in the studio was that the song didn't sound quite rock and roll enough. He had the idea to change "Let's Get Together" in the lyrics and title to "C'mon Everybody."
by Cathy Wurzer

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Gales of October: Lake Superior roars with rain, high winds, big waves

Gales of October: Lake Superior roars with rain, high winds, big waves

Early October on Minnesota's North Shore is supposed to be about cool, sunny days, brightly colored leaves and tranquil fall beauty. Lake Superior, however, apparently did not get the memo this year.
by Dan Kraker

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