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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

Air quality improving, but smoke took a toll on upper Midwest

Air quality improving, but smoke took a toll on upper Midwest

The smoky air in Minnesota is causing a variety of minor ailments, but the particles pose serious health risks, too.
by Nancy Lebens

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A modern take on the hurdy gurdy

Guilhem Desq has been called the "Jimi Hendrix of the hurdy gurdy." He creates a fresh sound with an old instrument.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Pope's letter addressing abuse gets mixed reaction in Twin Cities

Pope's letter addressing abuse gets mixed reaction in Twin Cities

Pope Francis' letter Monday condemning clergy sexual abuse drew a mixed reaction in the Twin Cities. Archbishop Bernard Hebda praised the pope's words, but abuse victims said they want decisive actions, not more talk of healing.
by Martin Moylan

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$10M question: Are counties' efforts to fight aquatic invasives working?

$10M question: Are counties' efforts to fight aquatic invasives working?

In 2014, the Legislature took the unusual step of setting aside $10 million each year to distribute to the counties fighting invasive species. Counties are using that money to expand boat inspection programs, but also trying some innovative approaches.
by Dan Gunderson

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MPR Classical's Michael Barone celebrates 50 years on the job

MPR Classical's Michael Barone celebrates 50 years on the job

Minnesota Public Radio was a just fledgling radio station when Michael Barone first started working here. Barone celebrates fifty years at MPR on Monday, August 20.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Candi Staton is unstoppable at age 78

Gospel and soul singer Candi Staton has a new album called "Unstoppable" which comes out later this week.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Native American women making political strides this year

Native American women making political strides this year

Republican Jeff Johnson's running mate Donna Bergstrom is a member of the Red Lake Band, while White Earth tribal member Peggy Flanagan is running with Democrat Tim Walz. And they are part of a trend.
by Dan Gunderson

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Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul, dies

Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul, dies

The memorial service for the Queen of Soul has not yet been scheduled. It's expected to be announced in the coming days with several events in her adopted hometown of Detroit.
by MPR News Staff

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It's really dry out there

Farmers and gardeners may be hoping for some rain. They likely won't get much soon, but that means there will be good weather for the Minnesota State Fair.
by Cathy Wurzer

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