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Morning Edition

Monday through Friday, 5am - 9am
Renee Montagne and Steve Inskeep

Waking up is hard to do, but it's easier with NPR's Morning Edition.  NPR's Renée Montagne and Steve Inskeep, along with WNIJ's Dan Klefstad, bring the day's stories and news to radio listeners on the go.  Morning Edition provides news in context, airs thoughtful ideas and commentary, and reviews important new music, books, and events in the arts.  All with voices and sounds that invite listeners to experience the stories.

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Business
3:00 am
Thu March 29, 2012

Business News

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The strike is targeting the transportation sector, and it's possible that air travel will be shut down almost completely. Union members are protesting a major labor overhaul bill that's being pushed by the conservative government.

Around the Nation
3:00 am
Thu March 29, 2012

The Lobbyist Behind Florida's 'Stand Your Ground' Law

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The murder of Trayvon Martin has shone a spotlight on Florida's law that authorizes the use of deadly force in self-defense. The law has been widely cited as the reason why shooter George Zimmerman has not been arrested. Marion Hammer is one of the most powerful lobbyists in Florida, and has helped to make the law a reality in the state.

The Record
8:40 pm
Wed March 28, 2012

Bluegrass Legend Earl Scruggs Has Died

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Earl Scruggs shown during a show in Indio, Calif., on May 3, 2008.
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Earl Scruggs performs in Nashville, Tenn. in 2002.
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Music News
5:20 pm
Wed March 28, 2012

From London, Rock Hall Inductees 'Looked To America'

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Donovan performs on Ready Steady Go! in 1965.
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Ian McLagan, Ronnie Lane, Kenny Jones and Steve Marriott of The Small Faces perform live on Ready Steady Go! in 1966.
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Originally published on Wed March 28, 2012 11:01 pm

Today, Morning Edition begins a series of stories profiling the six new inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. It's a diverse bunch, including two acts that originated in 1960s London: The Small Faces and Donovan.

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Animals
6:22 am
Wed March 28, 2012

Tiny Pup May Take Crown For World's Smallest Dog

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RENEE MONTAGNE, HOST:

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