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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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Who wants to set legislators' pay? Lots of people

Who wants to set legislators' pay? Lots of people

Pay for Minnesota legislators used to be set by the Legislature itself. But now, 270 people have applied to serve on a new legislative pay council, and the reasons people want to do it are as varied as the applicants themselves.
by Brian Bakst

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Beach Boys hit No. 1 50 years ago with 'Good Vibrations'

Beach Boys hit No. 1 50 years ago with 'Good Vibrations'

It was the most expensive, elaborate single ever produced when it was released in October 1966.

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How the effects of aging cascades across the state

With a median age of 37.7, Minnesota's population continues to gray. With an aging population comes a number of social and economic issues.

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St. Anthony police chief answers public questions for 1st time since Castile shooting

St. Anthony police chief answers public questions for 1st time since Castile shooting

Chief Jon Mangseth didn't answer questions about the shooting or the officer involved. But he announced the Department of Justice will review the St. Anthony Police Department.
by Matt Sepic and Riham Feshir

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Blacks far more likely to be cited in St. Paul cop stops

Blacks far more likely to be cited in St. Paul cop stops

Data analyzed by MPR News show significant racial disparities in ticketing rates between black and white drivers. St. Paul is set to release more data this week. The chief says he's ready to take on the issue.
by Brandt Williams

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R. Kelly changes gears with a Christmas album

R. Kelly changes gears with a Christmas album

It's his first-ever holiday album and it features all original tracks.

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Gopher men's basketball on the upswing

It's a big time for sports in Minnesota Friday night.

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Historical status of art played role in decision on Capitol paintings

Historical status of art played role in decision on Capitol paintings

The decision Thursday by a Minnesota Historical Society panel ended what had been a skirmish over whose Minnesota history should be prominently displayed at the Capitol.

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Winter hits hard after warm fall

Winter hits hard after warm fall

Seeley also has a forecast for lower than average temperatures to stay in the state through Christmas.

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