The Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar

They are calling up a hard throwing lefty from St. Paul. Could that be part of the cure for their bullpen? Dan Hayes from the Athletic has all the details on the WCCO Morning News.

CBS Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger takes a look at how prices of everything are yo-yoing because of the continuing conflict with Iran. It's on The WCCO Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar

Analysis from our friend from the University of Minnesota, Law Professor James Coleman, on the WCCO Morning News.

Twins fall in three straight close games to the Reds. Pitching wasn't the problem says Henry Lake. And the Wolves look tired while the Wild looked fresh in their opening playoff games over the weekend. Time for a Lake Take with Henry Lake on WCCO.

The DFL Race for U.S. Senate is fierce in Minnesota and Angie Craig, the Minnesota Congresswoman, is looking to solidify herself as the best candidate. Why? Find out by listening to her visit with Vineeta Sawkar on The WCCO Morning News.

The first round series with the Stars returns to what will be a very loud Grand Casino Arena on Wednesday night. Wild CEO Matt Majka on the team, the playoffs, and the future of their home building. Plans have been unveiled for renovations to the arena that was built over 25 years ago in Downtown St. Paul. Go Wild!

Temps around 80 by Wednesday....details from WCCO TV Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer on The WCCO Morning News

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The Governor will stay in Democratic politics. How? Find out from Blois Olson on The WCCO Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar.

The Morning News anchor has decided to hang up the headphones for a final time this summer. Find out why by listening to his chat with Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.

The Head Coach of the Frost joined Vineeta to discuss the regular season, the run toward the playoffs, and watching his son compete last week at the NCAA Frozen Four for North Dakota. Photo- David Berding/Getty Images

The Minnesota made musician is the featured act at tonight's Twins Happy Hour at Target Field Tim talked to Vineeta on the WCCO morning News Friday Photo-Hannah Foslien/Getty Images

Henry Lake with thoughts on the Wolves vs. Denver and the Wild vs. Stars series in the NBA and NHL. He joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.

The latest on news overnight that Lebanon and Israel have a ceasefire and the trickle down effect that followed. Lindsey Reiser of CBS News joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.

The story of Gino and his wife Lynn who always said "Life Is A Gift, Love Is The Point."

Pete Najarian is tracking a winning week for traders this week.....what is driving the momentum? Find out about that next week's NFL Draft. Who should the Vikings take at #18? It's Football and Finance with Pete Najarian and Vineeta Sawkar on The WCCO Morning News

The lates update from WCCO TV Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer on The WCCO Morning News

Behind closed door meetings.....silly legislation like Senior Happy Hour. All part of covering the capitol these days in St. Paul. More with TPT reporter and host, Mary Lahammer

President Donald Trump was reportedly pitched the idea of merging United and American airlines ... But will it happen? And what would it mean for consumers? Also, we explore summer travel prices and why so many surcharges seem to be hidden -- and piling up.

She had some good advice for Vineeta when it comes to social media! All on WCCO's Morning News

Many members of the St. Paul Saints could make their way to Target Field later this season. The Voice of the St. Paul Saints, Sean Aronson, gave Vineeta an update on some of the bigger names in the pipeline on The WCCO Morning News.

That's the story for Eveleth native Luke Gulbranson. The Actor/Model and Reality TV Star has thrown his hat into the ring of politics to try to challenge Pete Stauber for a seat in Congress, representing northern Minnesota. Why? Find out on The WCCO Morning News. Photo-Michael Loccisano/Getty Images

Hennepin County Commissioner Heather Edelson, joined Vineeta on Thursday for an update on the Hospital that many use, but is in a massive financial crisis. Can the State Legislature help? Find out on WCCO Radio's Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar

Rusty Gatenby on a movie that is set in Minnesota, but somehow filmed in Canada. Find out about Bob Odenkirk's new film and more on The WCCO Morning News.

Henry Lake on a fielding error that changed the game in the 3rd for the Twins on Wednesday, plus a breakdown of what exactly got with their new draft pick from TCU. On the WCCO Morning News

Enjoy it today says WCCO TV Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer, because things are changing. Find out more on the WCCO Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar

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The City unveiling plans today for a celebration in downtown Minneapolis to honor it's favorite son. The Head of the Minneapolis Downtown Council, Adam Duininck, joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.

The BWCA was the topic that lit a fire under Minnesota's Junior Senator. Reaction from Blois Olson on The WCCO Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar.

Get the latest on a Super El Nino on its way, the demands the U.S. wants Iran to meet, and how stress is good for us. Plus learn about meat raffles, a Minnesota tradition, and find out who's the most popular person in the world. Hint: She's workin' 9-5.

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10 million dollars is the magic number for Representative Aisha Gomez. The Mpls Representative has drafted legislation looking to tax some of Minnesota's largest earners.....but could it backfire? Find out from Gomez, who appeared on The WCCO Morning News.

The Senator has raised close to Five Million Dollars in just two months since announcing her run for Governor. What is the key to those numbers, and the race in November? Senator Klobuchar discussed that and the sky rocketing costs of the Iran war, along with tariffs are a possible death blow for many Minnesota Farmers.

The Twins have the best record in the American League after winning 8 of the past 9 games. 1st year manager Derek Shelton joined Vineeta on our Twins 1st Pitch to discuss the Twins turnaround, and what is at the root of it. Team work, hard work, and searching to "Hunt The Good."

Mick Abel worked 7 scoreless innings as the Twins shut out the Red Sox 6-0

Soak it up folks, Chris Shaffer, the Chief Meteorologist from WCCO TV joined Vineeta with the beautiful details on The WCCO Morning News.

A big initiative is taking place on St. Paul's East Side, thanks to PPL. The President and CEO of Project for Pride In Living, Karla Henderson, shared the details with Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.

The gap is immense between Senator Klobuchar and other candidates. Find out how much she raised from Blois Olson. He joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News for "The Morning Take."

Texas' Tony Gonzalez and California's Eric Swalwell both resigned from Congress over sex allegations ... so how will that affect the midterms, and does this mean they're done forever? Plus, the FAA is looking for gamers to hire and more bad news about summer gas prices.

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The turnaround is led by Derek Shelton.....The only people that believed in this team were the players and those inside the organization. Now that they are winning, fans are starting to notice that this team is good! More with Twins Radio pre and post game host Mark Genosky on the WCCO Morning News.

The Navy Submarine pilot is looking to represent Minnesota in Washington DC. What is driving his run for the GOP Nod in May? Find out on the WCCO Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar.