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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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Morning Announcements for April 23

Morning Announcements for April 23

These are the Morning Announcements for Wednesday, April 23. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
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Gov. Tim Walz delivers State of State as gaze goes beyond Minnesota

Gov. Tim Walz delivers State of State as gaze goes beyond Minnesota

In a Wednesday night State of the State address to a joint session of the Legislature, Gov. Tim Walz offered a roadmap to crafting a budget that would “bring everyone to the table” and that involves cuts to spending many in his party might flinch at and Republicans would want to take further. 
by Clay Masters and Dana Ferguson

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St. Thomas student who spoke at Easter Sunday in Vatican City remembers Pope Francis

St. Thomas student who spoke at Easter Sunday in Vatican City remembers Pope Francis

Alex Lenzmeier, class of 2028, was one of a handful of students who gave a reading on Easter in St. Peter's Basilica and was surrounded by his peers when news of the pope’s passing broke Monday morning. He joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer to share his experience of being in Italy right now.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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Twin Cities nun on Pope Francis' legacy, hopes more women can rise in Catholic Church

Twin Cities nun on Pope Francis' legacy, hopes more women can rise in Catholic Church

Sister Carolyn Puccio joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer on Morning Edition Tuesday to reflect on the pope’s accomplishments and shortfalls, and her hopes for his successor.
by Cathy Wurzer, Gracie Stockton and Lukas Levin

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Morning Announcements for April 22

Morning Announcements for April 22

These are the Morning Announcements for Tuesday, April 22. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
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Lawmakers discuss state oversight of rental housing following MPR News investigation

Lawmakers discuss state oversight of rental housing following MPR News investigation

MPR News found problems tied to inspections and local political pressures that leave low-income renters in potential danger across greater Minnesota. Now, some state lawmakers and lobbyists say change is necessary.
by Ellie Roth

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When process is enough: One artist reframes what success feels like

When process is enough: One artist reframes what success feels like

In his early 30s, Minneapolis theatermaker Kurt Engh reckons with burnout, redefines success and finds renewed purpose in the creative process over the spotlight.
by Jacob Aloi

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Theologian: Why Pope Francis’ death, legacy matter even if you’re not Catholic

Theologian: Why Pope Francis’ death, legacy matter even if you’re not Catholic

Massimo Faggioli, a professor of theology and religious studies and a leading voice on the inner workings of the Catholic Church, joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer on Morning Edition with a look at the pope’s legacy.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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