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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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Woman accuses state Rep. Rod Hamilton of criminal sexual conduct

Woman accuses state Rep. Rod Hamilton of criminal sexual conduct

A woman filed a police complaint against a Republican state representative for unwelcome touching. Prosecutors say there is not enough evidence for criminal charges.
by Brian Bakst

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40th anniversary of a celebrated concert film

The acclaimed concert film "The Last Waltz" featuring guest stars like Bob Dylan, Neil Young, Joni Mitchell and more, was released 40 years ago today.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Study: Autism at elevated rates in Twin Cities kids

Study: Autism at elevated rates in Twin Cities kids

New University of Minnesota research found a higher percentage of kids in Hennepin and Ramsey county have autism spectrum disorder diagnosis than the national average.
by Mark Zdechlik

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Superior refinery explosion: Fire extinguished, evacuation order lifted

Superior refinery explosion: Fire extinguished, evacuation order lifted

Firefighters extinguished a blaze at a refinery that sent heavy noxious black smoke into the air for nearly eight hours Thursday that forced a massive evacuation in Superior, Wis.
by MPR News Staff

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Nobel laureate teaches the tricky work of talking about climate change

Nobel laureate teaches the tricky work of talking about climate change

When Mario Molina won the Nobel Prize for his research on CFCs, it came with a new responsibility: To communicate science and influence policy. To that end, he visited 3M on Wednesday and will meet U students and faculty today.
by Elizabeth Dunbar

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Art Hounds: Yoga around the world, in photos

Art Hounds: Yoga around the world, in photos

Plus, Art Hounds recommend "The Northfield Experience" and Ragamala Dance Company's "Body, The Shrine."
by Marianne Combs

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Blending the music of China and Syria

Pipa player Gao Hong and oud player Issam Rafea will perform together Wednesday night at the Cedar Cultural Center in Minneapolis.
by MPR News Staff

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Wood heater makers push back against tighter pollution rules

Wood heater makers push back against tighter pollution rules

Health experts warn the units pollute too much. The industry warns tighter EPA standards will force higher costs on consumers. Minnesota is home to the nation's largest wood boiler builder, and wood heat is hugely popular here.
by Dan Gunderson

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