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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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    Some things men just can't forget, and Adam Carter just did it.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 5:07


    Adam will have hell to pay for this flub. Find out what it was on The WCCO Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar.

    Twins starters have been awesome the past three weeks!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 7:01


    A look at how good they have been with Mark Genosky from the Twins radio crew.

    Are Blaine and Stillwater about to do what Anoka has done with downtown 'Social Districts?"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 6:08


    The Mayor of Stillwater Ted Koslowski, joined Vineeta to discuss possible plans for the rivertown to invest in a new Social District for visitors to enjoy.

    Should you go see the new Thunderbolts movie?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 4:38


    Marvel has another hit on their hands says film critic Rusty Gatenby. He talked with Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News Photo Jesse Grant/Getty Images

    How will St. Paul Public schools narrow their budget deficit?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 5:59


    Chief Financial Officer Tom Sagar joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News

    A few raindrops today but a spectacular weekend awaits!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 4:02


    The weekend outlook for weather watchers, from Chris Shaffer. The WCCO TV Chief Meteorologist joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News

    Henry Lake: The lone voice to be bullish on the Timberwolves in their series against the Lakers. Whose laughing now?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 7:32


    Henry said the Wolves would win in 6. They won in 5. Reaction to another dramatic win in LA from Henry Lake on The WCCO Morning News. Phot from: Harry How/Getty Images

    The Sawkar Salute: A trim can mean the world to someone.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 1:32


    Congrats to the Shear Hope Collective!

    The Morning Take: Unions starting to lineup behind one DFL candidate for U.S. Senate.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 5:18


    Angie Craig is gathering more support from Union members. Why? Find out on The Morning Take with Vineeta and Blois Olson.

    Peggy Flanagan on her run for U.S. Senate: "I'm bringing Momma Bear Energy to this campaign!"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 6:55


    The Lieutenant Governor was the first one to declare a run for the Senate seat being vacated by Tina Smith. How can she stand out from the crowded field of candidates? Find out on The WCCO Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar.

    Happy Birthday Eddie Julien! Find out more about the Canadian born infielder on our Twins 1st Pitch!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 5:09


    Johnathan Vittas with more on Julien, who turns 26 today. Photo: David Berding/Getty Images)

    A garage sale that is a tradition in southern Minnesota. Find out about the "100 mile Garage Sale."

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 5:23


    This weekend is THEE weekend for garage sale fanatics. Drive along the beautiful Mississippi River and find deals along the way! Find out more from Michelle Larson the President of the Red Wing Chamber of Commerce, and Kate Carlson the Executive Director of Visit Winona.

    The Sawkar Salute; Huddy's Hike-Ginna Roe

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 5:09


    Mother's Day is a tough time for mothers who have lost children. Former Channel 5 reporter Ginna Roe is trying to turn her tragedy into a triumph in a variety of ways to help others. She joined Vineeta for the Sawkar Salute on the WCCO Morning News.

    Is it possible to care for a "whole person" when it comes to health care?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 5:30


    They are looking at that possibility today at The University of St. Thomas. Find out more on The WCCO Morning News.

    Off sides call dooms Wild in Game 5 against Las Vegas.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 6:52


    For the 2nd straight game the Wild fall in overtime to Las Vegas. Analysis on that loss along with Timberwolves and Lakers speculation from Henry Lake on the WCCO Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar. Photo: Ethan Miller/Getty Images

    Some glorious sunshine today, and a few showers for you plants on the way as well.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 4:40


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

    Midweek Motivation: Could you drop everything to move overseas for retirement?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 8:09


    An update from last summer when Vineeta talked with the Burns family, who were preparing to sell everything to move to Portugal for their retirement. How have the last 9 months gone? An update on Midweek Motivation on The WCCO Morning News

    The Morning Take's 15th Birthday Celebration was last night!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 5:43


    Highlights from the event at the Groveland Tap along with some thoughts on the U.S. Senate Race with Angie Craig entering the race. Blois Olson and Vineeta discuss things on The WCCO Morning News

    A much quieter day for weather watchers!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 4:40


    After a turbulent Monday, Tuesday is a little more pleasant according to WCCO TV Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer!

    Has Trump's first 100 days met Jordana Green's expectations?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 5:40


    She joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News

    Have the Twins finally turned the corner? We asked Paul Molitor.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 6:53


    The Hall of Famer joined Vineeta on our Twins 1st Pitch segment from Cleveland, where Paul is calling the series on the Radio with Kris Atteberry.

    Trump's first 100 days have been filled with uncertainty for Minnesota Colleges and Universities.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 5:16


    How have things been going at Augsburg? Their diverse student body has been embraced by their administration, according to University President Paul Pribbenow. He joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.

    Is Minneapolis embracing the term "Sanctuary City?" Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey with Vineeta

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 6:34


    Is Minneapolis embracing the term "Sanctuary City?" Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey with Vineeta full 394 Tue, 29 Apr 2025 13:47:39 +0000 AtPWWPyAZDT8WJm4JpYAlvzwwDcxJ8Fn news The Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar news Is Minneapolis embracing the term "Sanctuary City?" Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey with Vineeta 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

    Angie Craig on the biggest factor for voters to support her U.S. Senate run: "I don't hesitate to talk to anyone. I can sit down and talk to family farmers, or any worker."

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 6:18


    She officially kicked off her campaign with an interview with Vineeta Sawkar on The WCCO Morning News!

    The Sawkar Salute: U.S. Bank Stadium can be enjoyed by all!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 1:50


    The Sawkar Salute: U.S. Bank Stadium can be enjoyed by all! full 110 Tue, 29 Apr 2025 13:26:42 +0000 YkaXJ0FZTp6BYMAWqrxBuy4pjt79s66z news The Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar news The Sawkar Salute: U.S. Bank Stadium can be enjoyed by all! 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.amperwavepodcast

    The Morning Take: It's official! Angie Craig has entered the Senate race.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 5:14


    After months of speculation, it became official this morning. Angie Craig is looking to swap her seat in the House for one in the Senate. Details from Blois Olson on The Morning Take. Programming Note: Angie is scheduled to join Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News at 8:10 am today.

    Twins score a sweep of The Angels!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 5:14


    Minnesota took 5 out of 6 games on the homestand. Dave Campbell from the Associated Press was there and joined Vineeta for our Twins 1st pitch on The WCCO Morning News.

    Jill Schlesinger-Answering some key financial questions

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 4:27


    CBS Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News on Monday.

    Minneapolis to invest in Arts Education in Minneapolis Public Schools.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 6:14


    Details from Ward 7 Council Member Kate Cashman, who joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.

    Anthony Edwards torches the Lakers in 116-113 win for the Timberwolves.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 6:53


    43 points for Edwards in another Tour De Force performance by Ant. Analysis from Henry Lake on The WCCO Morning News with Vineeta. Photo: David Berding/Getty Images

    Schulze School of Entrepreneurship celebrates "E-Fest."

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 6:07


    Can mass shootings be prevented? Just one of the entries in E Fest. Find out more from Danielle Ailts Campeau Dean of Opus College of Business, Associate Professor in Entrepreneurship. and a member from a team from Sacramento State University.

    The Sawkar Salute!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 1:14


    Thanks to Social Venture Partners of Minnesota.

    Monday's Weather: "We are not trying to scare you, we are trying to prepare you."

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 8:05


    Possible storms today that could bring thunderstorms and even tornadoes across CCO land. Stay weather aware and listen to Chris Shaffer's latest update on the WCCO Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar.

    The Morning Take: Angie Craig gets set to announce a run for open U.S. Senate Seat.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 5:38


    After months to think about, the 2nd District Representative is looking to move to the Senate in an announcement that is coming up. Analysis on what makes Angie Craig tough to beat, from Blois Olson on The WCCO Morning News.

    Twins 1st Pitch: Royce Lewis begins his rehab assignment in St. Paul tonight.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 5:29


    The Twins are looking forward to their young star returning to the lineup, but first, a tune up with the Saints in St. Paul. And tonight features another top prospect from the Pirates organization as well. Sean Aronson, Saints VP of Communications, joined Vineeta for the Twins 1st Pitch Segment. Photo: Elsa/Getty Images

    The Capitol Clash-Who should pay for health care for illegal immigrants?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 8:05


    Former State Senators Jeff Hayden and Amy Koch talked with Vineeta on the popular Friday segment called, "The Capitol Clash!"

    The Wild storm the Knights in St. Paul to take the lead in their opening round playoff series.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 7:53


    Two more goals from Kirill Kaprizov to lead the Wild to a 5-2 win. Analysis on that win, the Timberwolves game tonight and the NFL draft from Henry Lake on The WCCO Morning News. Photo: David Berding/Getty Images)

    The 41st Annual "Art In Bloom" is this weekend!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 4:32


    The Minneapolis Institute of Arts is the place to be for art and flower lovers. Sharon Secor, Art in Bloom Chair, talked with Vineeta about the annual event today on The WCCO Morning News.

    Adrian Peterson arrested: "Make better decision, that's all I can say."

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 5:45


    A head shaking end to the Vikings draft night party for the former All Pro. A look at that and what the Vikings did with their first round pick from Dane Mizutani from the St Paul Pioneer Press.

    A beautiful couple of days in CCO Land, but Monday, severe weather may arrive.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 5:15


    Details from WCCO TV Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer, who joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News on Friday.

    University of St. Thomas student stood in line on Friday morning to pay respects to Pope Francis.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 4:53


    Alex Lenzmeier is in Rome studying abroad, and he got to witness history. The Pope's final address, and the ensuing days following the Pope's passing. He joined Vineeta Sawkar from Rome, just hours after paying his respects to the Pope at the Vatican.

    The Sawkar Salute: Art in St. Paul!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 3:30


    It's time for the Annual Art Crawl!

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