Morning Edition

Tax returns are due today. Mary Louise Kelly speaks with David Wessel, economics editor of "The Wall Street Journal," about taxes, deficits and about efforts to overhaul the system.

The Libyan port city of Misrata is being heavily hit by forces loyal to Moammar Gadhafi. There are reports of many killed in the fighting as hundreds of people wait to be evacuated by sea. James Hider, of the Times of London, talks to Renee Montagne about the fighting.

The Philadelphia Orchestra announced it will seek bankruptcy protection. It is one of many orchestras to fall on hard times as cultural and monetary support began to wane. WHYY's Peter Crimmins reports.

The islands off the coast of Matsushima are one of Japan's scenic treasures. They were close to the epicenter of the devastating earthquake and tsunami. But somehow, the breathtaking pine covered islands suffered little damage in the disaster.

Donald Trump and Sarah Palin might be exciting some voters. But the Republicans often nominate a presidential candidate who appears to be next in line. Who would be favored if that tradition holds?