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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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21 arrests at Minneapolis march over Castile shooting

21 arrests at Minneapolis march over Castile shooting

The protesters, many of them teachers, blocked downtown streets for about three hours Tuesday evening.
by Matt Sepic

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'The Monkees' theme recorded 50 years ago

'The Monkees' theme recorded 50 years ago

The song was one of three written by Tommy Boyce and Bobby Hart for the show's pilot episode.

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Minnesota Twins looking ahead to replace GM

Minnesota Twins looking ahead to replace GM

The Minnesota Twins are looking for a new executive vice president to oversee the team's personnel decisions.

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Executive: Power grid ready as heat wave looms

Power companies say the looming heat wave is expected to put a strain on the electric grid this week. But there will still be enough supply to to keep homes cool.
by Riham Feshir

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In Minneapolis stop, Clinton pledges support for teachers and public education

In Minneapolis stop, Clinton pledges support for teachers and public education

Clinton spoke at the national convention of the American Federation of Teachers, a union that endorsed her presidential candidacy a year ago. Her speech triggered a brief protest.
by Tim Pugmire

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'Afternoon Delight' was No. 1 40 years ago

When they introduced the song in concert, the band would say that it was inspired by the late-afternoon appetizer menu at a D.C. restaurant. The items on the menu were labeled "Afternoon Delights."

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James J. Hill library seeks 21st century role

James J. Hill library seeks 21st century role

The railroad baron and financier founded a namesake library in St. Paul to help other entrepreneurs succeed. Now, the library's leaders are adjusting its mission and purpose for the internet age.
by Martin Moylan

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Of Minnesota's 38 delegates, eight will vote for Trump

Of Minnesota's 38 delegates, eight will vote for Trump

Minnesota's 38 delegates to the Republican National Convention are in Cleveland for tonight's opening session. It's not a delegation with a lot of enthusiasm for the GOP's presumptive nominee, Donald Trump.
by Brian Bakst

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Wendell Anderson, state's 33rd governor, dead at 83

Wendell Anderson, state's 33rd governor, dead at 83

Anderson championed what become known as the "Minnesota Miracle" and graced the cover of Time magazine as the leader of a state other places could emulate.
by Brian Bakst

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