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Vineeta Sawkar brings you the day's most important and impactful news stories, talks with the news-makers and influencers we need to hear from, and brightens your day with fun anecdotes and stories along the way. Add in the latest weather, traffic, and

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    Both Jordana Green and Vineeta Sawkar saw Purple Rain The Musical.....reviews are????

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 4:12


    Both Jordana Green and Vineeta Sawkar saw Purple Rain The Musical.....reviews are???? full 252 Thu, 06 Nov 2025 17:25:25 +0000 JLZag9VVEHJ81Ciw2k34kXUYHgNSeGqD news The Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar news Both Jordana Green and Vineeta Sawkar saw Purple Rain The Musical.....reviews are???? Vineeta Sawkar brings you the day's most important and impactful news stories, talks with the news-makers and influencers we need to hear from, and brightens your day with fun anecdotes and stories along the way. Add in the latest weather, traffic, and sports…it's the best way to start the day! 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False https:/

    Purple Rain The Musical-Decoding Prince with U of M Researcher.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 6:02


    Can you tell who Prince was through his music? Yes says a researcher from The University of Minnesota. Find out more on The WCCO Morning News.

    Purple Rain The Musical-Rusty Gatenby knows a thing or two about Prince! They nearly worked together!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 5:37


    Should you see the musical or the movie Purple Rain? Find out here.

    Anthony Edwards and the Wolves no match for KAT and the Knicks.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 5:53


    Reaction to a big loss by Henry Lake on the WCCO Morning News. Photo-Dustin Satloff/Getty Images

    Chris Shaffer has the same motorcycle that Prince did in Purple Rain!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 5:25


    How did the Chief Meteorologist from WCCO TV come across this gem? Listen to the story on the WCCO Morning News!

    Air travelers at MSP are about to get ensnared in the web of the Government Shutdown-Here's what you need to know.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 7:35


    The best time of day to fly in the midst of the issue with Air Traffic Controllers working while not getting bid scenario is????? Find out from Thrifty Traveler guru, Kyle Potter.

    The Sawkar Salute: World Junior Hockey Mom Contest-Contestant #3!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 4:49


    The Morning Take-Breaking down how Mayor Elect Her used a city wide approach to topple the incumbent, Melvin Carter in St. Paul.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 5:21


    Minnesota politicos are still buzzing after the upset in St. Paul. Continuing analysis of the different poll locations from Blois Olson and Vineeta Sawkar on The WCCO Morning News.

    Midweek Motivation - Finding Joy

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 5:46


    The book is called An Eye For Joy and the author, Peg Guilfoyle, joined Vineeta for some Midweek Motivation on The WCCO Morning News!

    Minneapolis Park Board Member becomes new City Council member in Minneapolis.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 3:52


    The most expensive race in city history is won by Elizabeth Shaffer-She talked with Vineeta on the WCCO Morning News

    New Twins Manager Derek Shelton tells Vineeta Sawkar what excites him most about coming back to Minnesota.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 10:41


    Introduced on Tuesday, the new skipper joined Vineeta for lengthy interview on The WCCO Morning News. Photo David Berding/Getty Images

    VOTE 2025-A win for the Democrats in Senate District 47

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 4:51


    Amanda Hemmingsen-Jaeger is the new Senator Elect in Senate District 47. She joined Vineeta to recap her Tuesday win and switching from The House to The Senate at the state house.

    The Sawkar Salute-The Purple Tote Challenge

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 1:56


    The Sawkar Salute-The Purple Tote Challenge full 116 Wed, 05 Nov 2025 15:21:05 +0000 he5YpONsy7I0vkF11KNtECtyVVexXDPO news The Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar news The Sawkar Salute-The Purple Tote Challenge Vineeta Sawkar brings you the day's most important and impactful news stories, talks with the news-makers and influencers we need to hear from, and brightens your day with fun anecdotes and stories along the way. Add in the latest weather, traffic, and sports…it's the best way to start the day! 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=

    Vote 2025: An upset in the St. Paul Mayoral Race!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 7:04


    Analysis on Mayor Elect Her's upset with with Blois Olson and Vineeta on the WCCO Morning News

    Vote 2025: Should Adam Carter sit this election out?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 4:24


    Adam is in a quandary. Should he go or stay home later today?

    Vote 2025: Shakopee Schools asking voters to help keep the status quo with ballot question.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 4:46


    What could be a better birthday gift to Superintendent Mike Redmond than passing this tonight? He joined Vineeta to update voters on what exactly they are looking for and where the funds will be used. All on the WCCO Morning News.

    Minnesota Wild turn 25! Josh Harding looks back with Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 8:00


    The Wild will salute a few of the goalies that have donned a Wild sweater tonight as they host Nashville. Former Wild goalie Josh Harding joined VIneeta to look back at his time in Minnesota and look forward to the World Juniors where Josh represented Canada. Photo-Jeff Gross/Getty Images

    Vote 2025: Minneapolis sees near record turnout for early voting.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 4:52


    A Mayor's race and all the City Council seats up for grabs have voters taking notice. The Head of Elections for Minneapolis spoke to Vineeta on Tuesday on The WCCO Morning News.

    Timberwolves start slow but pull away for a win over the Nets in Brooklyn.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 5:56


    125-109 the final. Reaction from Henry Lake on The WCCO Morning News.

    Vineeta rides the combine!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 6:25


    Thanks to or friends at the Minnesota Farm Bureau, Vineeta was in Waverly on Monday to find out more about farming. Listen to her chat with Dan Glessing here!

    Vote 2025: Confusion in St. Paul.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 7:05


    A race for Mayor and another ballot question are causing a bit of confusion. Here to sort it out is Frederick Melo from the Pioneer Press. All on The WCCO Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar

    Vote 2025: Will a Democratic Socialist capture the Mayor's race in New York City?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 5:39


    A three way race for the top office in the city has taken a turn in the past few months, and now Zohran Mamdani looks like he will pull off an upset. Details from WINS New York's Lynda Lopez, who joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News on Election Day. Photo Stephanie Keith/Getty Images

    Heading to the 60's today in parts of CCO Land!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 4:53


    Details on the wonderful fall weather from WCCO TV Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer!

    The Sawkar Salute: World Junior Hockey Mom Competition Finalist #2.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 5:36


    The Morning Take: Election Day 2025. Are we a four party system or still a two party system?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 6:28


    The root word of Government is "Govern" says Blois Olson. An action packed edition of The Morning Take with Blois and Vineeta Sawkar on The WCCO Morning News.

    The first Gen Z QB in Minnesota Vikings history is J.J. McCarthy.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 8:05


    The electric QB brings a different energy to Sunday's for Vikings fans. He is starting to develop a reputation after leading the Vikings to another divisional win on the road in Detroit. Dane Mizutani of the Pioneer Press was there, and recaps a Vikings 27-24 win, on the WCCO Morning News. Photo-Mike Mulholland/Getty Images

    Jill on Money: "C'mon Jill, cut me some slack!"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 5:10


    The CBS Business analyst has a look at something you should be doing right now before the end of the year rapidly approaches. Catch Jill On Money at 8pm on Saturday's on WCCO Radio!

    Vote 2025: Why Melvin Carter deserves another term as Mayor of St. Paul.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 7:45


    The Mayor is looking for another term on Tuesday. What separates his campaign from his fellow candidates? He joined Vineeta to explain on the WCCO Morning News.

    Vote 2025- Why Jacob Frey deserves to be Mayor of Minneapolis

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 9:35


    He is looking for a 3rd term guiding the city. What sets his campaign apart from his challengers? Find out on The WCCO Morning News.

    Vikings get an amazing win in Detroit!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 5:49


    A total team effort leaves the Vikings at 4-4 after a win over the Lions on the road. Reaction from Henry Lake on The WCCO Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar. Photo-Mike Mulholland/Getty Images

    Federal Government shutdown about to reach a record 34 days. An update from Representative Michelle Fischbach

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 8:58


    The 7th District Representative is in Washington DC, and hopeful both parties can get together and negotiate a settlement to the stalemate. Updates on that and what else is happening in the 7th District, all on the WCCO Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar. Photo-Andrew Harnik/Getty Images

    Snow could be falling by weeks end in CCO Land.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 4:10


    Details from WCCO TV Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer on The WCCO Morning News.

    The Sawkar Salute: Barn Quilts!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 1:45


    The Sawkar Salute: Barn Quilts! full 105 Mon, 03 Nov 2025 14:36:25 +0000 1RqnXQSnkEqftJ1qiETm1DipAAXKvHMq news The Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar news The Sawkar Salute: Barn Quilts! Vineeta Sawkar brings you the day's most important and impactful news stories, talks with the news-makers and influencers we need to hear from, and brightens your day with fun anecdotes and stories along the way. Add in the latest weather, traffic, and sports…it's the best way to start the day! 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2

    Lisa DeMuth-Here is why I am running for Governor of Minnesota.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 6:45


    The Speaker of The House has announced that she will run for Governor. Election Day is one year from today. Why will she win in 365 days? Find out as she joined Vineeta on the WCCO Morning News prior to her official news conference announcing her candidacy.

    The Morning Take: What does Lisa DeMuth's candidacy mean for the 2026 Race For Governor?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 6:28


    The Speaker of the House is joining a suddenly growing field of GOP candidates for the 2026 race for Governor. What does that mean for the other candidates, and what are her chances of winning next November? Some thoughts from Blois Olson on The WCCO Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar.

    HALLOWEEN SPECIAL: Terror plot thwarted before it could ruin the holiday for everyone, plus how old is too old to trick or treat?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2025 30:47


    The FBI announced that a terror plot was thwarted in Michigan before it could ruin Halloween for everyone. Here's the latest. Plus, Marine City had a dilemma when a football championship fell on Halloween. Here's how they're handling it. And how old is too old to trick or treat? And then we go to the solar system to discuss how spooky the galaxy is. We also find out which galaxy smells like raspberry and what the moon looks like cut in half.

    Taco John's steps up to help our neighbors in need. "FREE MEALS!"

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2025 6:39


    What else would you expect from this locally based fast food phenom? Their CEO is Heather Neary joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News with the details.

    What exactly is a "Private Equity" firm and are they the future of big business?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2025 8:12


    A little business lesson from Carlson School of Management Professor Paul Vaaler on The WCCO Morning News.

    Wild feel season slowly slipping away.

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2025 6:31


    Home ice hasn't been kind to the Wild this week. They lost to Pittsburgh on Thursday night. A recap of that loss and a look ahead to the Vikings and Lions and tonight's game 6 of The World Series with Steve Thomson.

    A Spooky Halloween forecast from Chris Shaffer

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2025 5:46


    Trick or Treaters could be dodging rain drops tonight. WCCO TV Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer has the details.

    High School Sports Spotlight: Championship Friday in Soccer, HS Football and Cross Country this weekend.

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2025 9:07


    The Strib Varsity's Chris Carr joined Vineeta for a chat on the WCCO Morning News. Listen every Friday at 7:50 am in our new joint venture!

    The Sawkar Salute!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2025 1:27


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