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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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This credit union is an Iron Range success story

As part of an MPR News series on the future of Minnesota's Iron Range, Cathy Wurzer spoke with Nikki Pieratos, CEO of the Northern Eagle Credit Union.

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Ramsey County promises new approach to sex assault cases

Ramsey County promises new approach to sex assault cases

Police and prosecutors in the east metro say they're redoubling their efforts to fight sexual violence by changing the way they first react to victims.
by Tim Nelson

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Minn. panel approves payment of $1.8M to three freed after wrongful convictions

Minn. panel approves payment of $1.8M to three freed after wrongful convictions

A state legislative committee unanimously signed off on payments for Michael Hansen, Roger Lee Olsen, and Koua Fong Lee. The three are the first to make claims under a compensation bill lawmakers passed two years ago.
by Matt Sepic

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Sturgill Simpson out with new album

"A Sailor's Guide to Earth" is the followup to his acclaimed debut album "Metamodern Sounds in Country Music." Like his first album, this one is a unique blend of country, rock and R&B.

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Chris Thile offers glimpse of the new Prairie Home

Chris Thile offers glimpse of the new Prairie Home

In an interview with Cathy Wurzer, the musician talked about how he'll follow Garrison Keillor's long run with a show that will be recognizable but different.
by Cathy Wurzer

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In chilly home opener, winless Twins continue cold streak

In chilly home opener, winless Twins continue cold streak

The Twins have played less than 5 percent of their schedule, but a turnaround could be tough. According to STATS research, no major league team has ever started 0-7 and qualified for the postseason.
by Dave Campbell, Associated Press

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3 things to watch this week at the Minnesota Legislature

3 things to watch this week at the Minnesota Legislature

Lawmakers have just six weeks left to try to reach compromises on transportation, taxes and other elusive issues. But on Monday, the House will focus its attention on fireworks and fantasy sports.
by Tim Pugmire

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First song with 'rock and roll' in title hit No. 1 60 years ago

Kay Starr's "Rock and Roll Waltz" was very different from her other hits, which were loud and boisterous or unrequited love songs.

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Mesabi Daily News editor on booms and busts along the Iron Range

Mesabi Daily News editor on booms and busts along the Iron Range

Editor Bill Hanna shared his perspective on the current downturn, and offered a little context: He began his work in newspapers in the middle of an earlier downturn on the Iron Range.
by MPR News Staff

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Mine layoffs bring new calls to remake Iron Range economy, but into what?

Mine layoffs bring new calls to remake Iron Range economy, but into what?

Iron Range leaders are talking again about easing the region's dependence on mining. While there's some momentum, diversifying this economy isn't easy. The story of the chopsticks factory is always near.
by Dan Kraker

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