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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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Willie Nelson's song from a concept album hit No. 1

Willie Nelson's song from a concept album hit No. 1

"Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain," was part of the "Red Headed Stranger" album, which was Nelson's first success as a performer. He had been known only as a songwriter until then.

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Black Lives Matter holds peaceful protest at marathon

Black Lives Matter holds peaceful protest at marathon

The group kept its promise to stay off the race course but briefly blocked vehicle traffic near the finish line in St. Paul.
by Matt Sepic

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Gospel Machine releases new 'garage gospel' music

The group is hosting a record release show Friday night at the Cedar Cultural Center in Minneapolis.

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Twins, Lynx headline packed sports weekend

The Twins have three games left against division-leading Kansas City at Target Field starting Friday night. Meanwhile, the Lynx host the WNBA Finals at Target Center on Sunday.

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Mpls. may put tax hike to voters over parks repair backlog

Mpls. may put tax hike to voters over parks repair backlog

The park board says it needs an additional $9 million per year just to maintain and operate the system.
by Matt Sepic

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Children's Theatre swings into 'The Jungle Book'

Children's Theatre swings into 'The Jungle Book'

The Children's Theatre has taken on the challenge of mounting a new production of a beloved children's classic, while trying to avoid the Disney influence, not terrify little kids, and use only five actors.
by Euan Kerr

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Where to see fall colors this weekend

Where to see fall colors this weekend

The fall color season is off to a late start but with temperatures dipping into the 30s and 40s, pockets of Minnesota are turning yellow, red and orange.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Julie Andrews opted for 'bright and sunny' music

Julie Andrews opted for 'bright and sunny' music

Before the launch of her very successful stage and movie career, Andrews' voice teacher encouraged her to train for the opera.

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Art Hounds: Sweeney Todd and a museum of arms

Art Hounds: Sweeney Todd and a museum of arms

This week on Art Hounds we take a look at Rod Massey's paintings, tour the Castlerock Museum of Arms and Armor, and meet the demon barber of Fleet Street.
by Marianne Combs

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Mental health workers hope to overcome stigma in Somali community

Mental health workers hope to overcome stigma in Somali community

The effects of trauma experienced by Somali refugees and their children in Minnesota can be persistent and debilitating, yet few are getting the help they need. Overcoming cultural misunderstandings can play a key role in keeping kids safe.
by Laura Yuen

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