The Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar

What do you think? Listen to the thoughts of Vineeta Sawkar and Jordana Green on The WCCO Morning News.

Sunday is the day at Target Field. Find out about the festivities from Major Andrea Tsuchiya on our Twins 1st pitch segment.

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Mounds View Mayor Zach Lindstrom is a lifelong gun owner but is rethinking his stance on guns. And he has a proposal to put a constitutional amendment on the ballot to finally get clarity on this issue. His in studio chat is a great listen on the WCCO Morning News.

The Wild are denying reports that Kaprizov is having some second thoughts about signing a long term deal to stay in Minnesota. Anaylsis from Henry Lake and Vineeta Sawkar on The WCCO Morning News. Photo: David Berding/Getty Images)

Dan Mulheran has been named General Chair of the 2029 Ryder Cup. He will be going to New York with a contingent from Hazeltine in a few weeks to get a feel for what it will be like at Hazeltine National in 2029. He joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News. Photo Streeter Lecka/Getty Images

The Gold Ball is glowing over at WCCO TV. Their Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer has the latest weather update on The WCCO morning news with Vineeta Sawkar.

Krystal Russo-Lead of Social Investments at Xcel Energy, joined Vineeta to discuss their 15th consecutive Day Of Service.

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A violent summer continues as Charlie Kirk was assassinated at a political event in Utah. Analysis from Blois Olson and Vineeta Sawkar on The WCCO Morning News. Photo-RNoble @GettyImages

Find out more from Artistic Director Ernest Bisong on the WCCO Morning News.

The Lt. Governor joined Vineeta for a wide ranging conversation on the WCCO Morning News.

Congrats to Pat Harris! Check out his new book "A Season On The Drink!"

Naphessa Collier didn't play in Tuesday nights loss to Indiana. Is that a good thing to rest her? Reaction from Henry Lake on The WCCO Morning News featuring Henry Lake

A hump day weather update from WCCO TV Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer

Some thoughts from longtime Superintendent David Law, who is now with Minnetonka Public Schools. He joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.

Our friend P.T. from The Wolf, is spearheading change in a positive way. Find out more on the Sawkar Salute.

Some recent appearances by the Governor seems to indicate he is close to a decision. What could it be? Blois Olson with the details on The WCCO Morning News.

Adam Carter on the WCCO Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar.

Changing times in the print, TV and Radio markets. Analysis from former local TV News Director and U of M Professor Scott Libin.

The St. Paul landmarks beginning is a story in itself. Find out more from GM Craig Ritacco who joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.

Things got spicy on this segment on the WCCO Morning News

Angie Craig has introduced legislation at the U.S. House that aims to do that. She joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.

Two of the biggest Vikings fans around recap a Vikings win along with a look at some rain, and warmer weather ahead. Vineeta Sawkar and WCCO TV Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer discussed both on the WCCO Morning News.

Pioneer Press Columnist Dane Mizutani was there to witness the first chapter in the book of J.J. McCarthy. He joined Vineeta from Chicago to recap an amazing final 15 minutes for the Vikings and their fans. Photo: Michael Reaves/Getty Images

Diane Tran, System Executive Director of Community Health Equity and Engagement at M Health Fairview talked with Vineeta about

Zack Stephenson takes over the role that his friend, the late Melissa Hortman held for many years. What is his leadership style like? Some thoughts from Blois Olson and Vineeta Sawkar on the WCCO Morning News.

CBS Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger returned to join Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.

He joins an elite club that includes only one other Twin. Kirby Puckett. Both are the only Twins players to have 30 homers and 20 stolen bases in the same season. Reaction from AP Sportswriter Dave Campbell on Twins first pitch.

A former Cretin Derham Hall student will be trying his best to make everyone laugh on Saturday nights at 10:35 pm on NBC. Details from the Star Tribune's Neal Justin.

Several prominent outlets got suckered into a prank by the self proclaimed King of All Media. Details with Steve Simpson and Vineeta Sawkar on The WCCO Morning News.

The Vikings take on the Bears in Chicago on Monday night football. What is going on with Harrison Smith? Will Christian Derasaw play and what can fans expect from J.J. McCarthy? Analysis from Dane Mizutani of the Pioneer Press, who talked with Vineeta from MSP Airport this morning, prior to leaving for the Windy City.

Grab your Guns N Roses T shirt, because we are heading back to the 80's this week. Details from WCCO TV Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer on The WCCO Morning News.

He is seeking to replace Mary Moriarty as the County Attorney in Minnesota's most populated county. Why? Cedrick Frazier joined Vineeta to discuss his candidacy on The WCCO Morning News.

Vineeta took in Jesse James Days in Northfield this past weekend.

Blois Olson was among the many who attended the funeral of Fletcher Merkel. And several lawmakers were there as well. More on the Morning Take on The WCCO Morning News.

The latest jobs numbers are out for August and it shows a big slowdown in the labor market Pete explains what this means for the rest of the year and the hope that the federal reserve will cut interest rates. The Gopher Football team is back in action Saturday when they play NW State. We are getting excited for the Vikings first regular season game against the Bears.

The University of St. Thomas has nearly completed the Lee & Penny Anderson Arena. Vineeta got a tour of it recently and talks about what she saw with Dr. Phil Esten, Vice President and Director of Athletics for St. Thomas. He explains what visitors will experience at the new arena.

New Horizon Academy is utilizing outdoor learning for their kids and say it has several benefits for young learners. District Curriculum Coordinator Julie Gulley explains the program and the positive results they have seen.

Steve Thompson fills in for Henry. The Twins ended up getting swept by the Chicago White Sox after a disappointing series. The Lynx also lost on the road last night and the WNBA loses Caitlin Clark. There are some big high school football games to watch tonight around Minnesota.

It feels like its in the 30s with these low temperatures and strong wind. Chris lets us know when things will start to warm up again.

Fall colors are already coming in around Minnesota so we are planning ahead and learning about some of the best places to see them this season. Jake Juliot gives us a rundown of where and when to go in the state.