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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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Parents sue state, school districts over teacher tenure
The group says state laws that dictate how teachers can be fired contribute to Minnesota's academic achievement gaps. Their case goes before a judge today.
Hundreds in Duluth comment on minerals mining near Boundary Waters
Around 500 people filled a "listening session" Wednesday held by the U.S. Forest Service on two controversial mining leases near the Boundary Waters.
Peter Frampton hit it big with 'Baby I Love Your Way' 40 years ago
Today's Morning Edition music is from Peter Frampton with an acoustic version of "Baby I Love Your Way" recorded live during a recent performance on Conan O'Brien's show.
Up-and-coming acoustic musician Jarosz to play Dakota Jazz Club
The New York Times says she's "widely regarded as one of acoustic music's most promising young talents."
The spotlight has fallen once again on law enforcement after the fatal police shooting of Philando Castile last week.
Tornadoes damage homes in Litchfield, Watkins
Flash flooding threatens much of the region today, from the Brainerd Lakes area to northwestern Wisconsin.
Minnesota mystery: Where are the prairie butterflies?
Tiny butterflies that once numbered in the millions have largely vanished from western Minnesota's prairie landscape. Experts fear their decline is an environmental warning.
Castile shooting renews calls to boost Minnesota police training
Minnesota lawmakers who back proposed changes for local law enforcement agencies see an opportunity to build support in the aftermath of the fatal police shooting of Philando Castile. But others aren't convinced.
A Beatles song based on a single chord topped the charts
Today's Morning Edition music is "Paperback Writer" by the Beatles, which was at the top of the Billboard pop chart 50 years ago today.
After a weekend of marches, vigils, and protest, many are wondering where to go from here.