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Some analysis from Blois Olson and Vineeta Sawkar on The WCCO Morning News.
Some analysis from Blois Olson and Vineeta Sawkar on The WCCO Morning News.
One is a Republican and another is a democrat. Find out more on the WCCO Morning News with Adam Carter in for Vineeta.
One is a Republican and another is a democrat. Find out more on the WCCO Morning News with Adam Carter in for Vineeta.
More polls to dissect in some big races across Minnesota, this time courtesy of KSTP and our friend Tom Hauser. Adam Carter sat in for Vineeta today and discussed some of the findings with Blois Olson on The WCCO Morning News
More polls to dissect in some big races across Minnesota, this time courtesy of KSTP and our friend Tom Hauser. Adam Carter sat in for Vineeta today and discussed some of the findings with Blois Olson on The WCCO Morning News
Prof. Dr. Ralf Lanwehr ist Psychologe, Data Scientist, Professor für Management an der Fachhochschule Südwestfalen und seit mehr als 20 Jahren als Berater tätig. Seine Arbeitsschwerpunkte liegen in den Bereichen Leadership, Culture & Change sowie People Analytics, wobei er wissenschaftliche Erkenntnisse mit datenbasierten Ansätzen und praktischer Umsetzung verbindet. Als gefragter Experte begleitet er zahlreiche Unternehmen – darunter viele DAX-Konzerne – bei Fragen der Führung, Transformation und Organisationsentwicklung. Darüber hinaus zählt der Profifußball zu seinen besonderen Wirkungsfeldern: Für Bundesligavereine sowie Organisationen wie DFB, DFL und BDFL hat er Trainer, Führungsteams und Managementverantwortliche in Themen der Mannschaftsführung, Strategie und Leadership beraten und weitergebildet. Heute arbeitet er sowohl mit Spitzenorganisationen der Wirtschaft als auch mit Vereinen des Profisports an den Erfolgsfaktoren moderner Führung und nachhaltiger Veränderung.
Rep. Ilhan Omar stops by for a conversation in the middle of Lyndale Avenue, as she campaigns for re-election ahead of the August 11th DFL primary. Then we talk to Eric Harris Bernstein of the Minneapolis Board of Estimate & Taxation. Episode recorded at Open Streets on June 7, 2026.Watch: https://youtube.com/wedgeliveJoin the conversation: https://bsky.app/profile/wedge.liveSupport the show: https://patreon.com/wedgeliveWedge LIVE theme song by Anthony Kasper x LaFontsee
New polling on possible matchups in the November race for Governor. Analysis from Blois Olson and Vineeta Sawkar on the WCCO Morning News.
A sentencing date is pending for Vance Boelter after he pleaded guilty Thursday to federal charges stemming from last June's attacks on Minnesota lawmakers and their families. That includes the killings of former DFL House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, as well the attack on DFL state Senator John Hoffman, his wife, Yvette, and their daughter, Hope. Under terms of the plea deal, Boelter will spend the rest of his life in prison.More than a hundred men serving time at Rush City prison are boycotting the canteen to protest prison conditions. A federal judge has denied a request from independent journalists Don Lemon and Georgia Fort to release grand jury transcripts in their case. Target Field food and beverage workers announced they will strike on June 22 — during a game between the Twins and the Los Angeles Dodgers.
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Mass shooting in west Texas; Operation Cluster; Elon Musk becomes a trillionaire; DFL chair Richard Carlbom talks about the memory and legacy of Speaker Melissa Hortman; aftermath of the guilty plea of the assassin; Williams Arena naming rights sold; drunk driver spared prison for killing pedestrian; Trump goes on another racist rant. The post The Matt McNeil Show – June 12, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.
Former state Senators Amy Frederiksen and Jeff Hayden look back at last year, and the legacy that Melissa Hortman left behind at the State Capitol. Plus, Tom Emmer gets sentimental about Angie Craig? Check out this segment on the WCCO Morning News.
A year since the murder of the Speaker of the House and her husband Mark. What has changed and what has stayed the same at the Capitol? TPT's Mary Lahammer joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.
Vance Boelter today admitted killing a top DFL lawmaker and her husband during an early morning shooting rampage last year. Boelter's plea means federal prosecutors will not seek the death penalty. And the Minneapolis City Council voted today to waive a special tax assessment for property owners in George Floyd Square.Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.
As Minnesotans were waking up to the news of the attacks on state Rep. Melissa Hortman and state Sen. John Hoffman on June 14, 2025, some of the state's political leaders were also learning they might have been targeted. Authorities say they found writings by the gunman that included the names of dozens of politicians. They also say that between the attacks on the Hoffmans and Hortmans, he went to the homes of two other DFL lawmakers. One of them is Maple Grove and Osseo Rep. Kristin Bahner.A year later, like Sen. John Hoffman, she has decided to run for reelection, despite the terrifying events of last summer. Minnesota Now host Nina Moini spoke with Rep. Bahner about her decision to run again, in part, to carry on the legacy of her late colleague.
We're marking one year since the tragic killings of DFL state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark. A look at their legacy and how DFL state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife — who were injured in the attack — are recovering. We'll also talk another lawmaker who was targeted that night, state Rep. Kristin Bahner, on how she's grappling with safety and running for office.Then, the man who allegedly carried out the attacks pleaded guilty Thursday morning. We'll have the latest on the case.And we'll talk to two experts studying an uptick in political violence.Plus, the Hortmans' children share one of their parents' favorite songs.And we'll meet some puppies who are training to be service dogs in the Hortmans' honor.
Don't let the headlines of today steal the memories of The Hortman family or the Hoffman family who are still dealing with the trauma caused by one mad man. A look back and a look ahead at remembering the legacy of Melissa Hortman with Blois Olson and Vineeta Sawkar on The WCCO Morning News.
Senate Majority Leader Erin Murphy joins Chad to expand on why she and the DFL continues a push for economic recovery dollars to support businesses impacted by Operation Metro Surge
Primary election day in different parts of the country on Tuesday. What is the take away? Blois Olson and Vineeta Sawkar discuss on The Morning Take.
Sam solves an acronym from a talkback and Jon shares a story from Alpha News regarding DFL candidates. Jon address comments from members of the GOP who criticized his show. Cally Proctor joins to share her background as a social commentator and her connection to the Annunciation shooting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Some would love it to be.....why? Find out on The Morning Take with Vineeta and Blois Olson on The WCCO Morning News
Jon has strong opinions on DFL voting issues in California and looks at President Trump's interview with Meet the Press. Minneapolis socialists announced their new platform and Jon has questions...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
He had a narrow win in 2022. Can he win another 4 years in office. Ellison made his case in a wide ranging interview, including some breaking news on the national level that involves the Walz administration and fraud.
I'm joined by Taylor Dahlin and Commissioner Jason Garcia for reaction to the resignation of Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara and a rundown of the action at the DFL state convention in Rochester over the weekend (which they both attended). Episode sponsored by Klob Undies.Watch: https://youtube.com/wedgeliveJoin the conversation: https://bsky.app/profile/wedge.liveSupport the show: https://patreon.com/wedgeliveWedge LIVE theme song by Anthony Kasper x LaFontsee
Were there any surprises at the deadline? Find out from Blois Olson, who joined Vineeta on the WCCO Morning News for a look at Politics in the great state of Minnesota.
Jon offers his opinion on whether or not the candidates should abide by the GOP endorsement. Jon looks at Sen. Klobuchar's reaction to another DFL candidate being nominated at the DFL convention. Jon reviews the context around the moment of silence controversy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jon does a deeper dive into the results and controversies from the GOP and DFL conventions over the weekend. Daveed Gartenstien Ross joins where the conversation turns to AI radio and potential uses of AI in the legal system.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Brett has our weekly conversation with the editor-in-chief of the Minnesota Reformer, Patrick Coolican. They talked about last weekend’s DFL and Republican State conventions. Read more about what they talked about at: https://minnesotareformer.com/2026/06/01/listen-to-the-moment-of-silence-mn-gop-delegates-held-for-derek-chauvin/ https://minnesotareformer.com/2026/05/30/klobuchar-fights-off-challenge-from-left-wins-dfl-convention-nod-in-bid-for-governor/ https://minnesotareformer.com/briefs/sources-sen-amy-klobuchar-threatened-to-leave-dfl-convention-during-challenge-from-left/ https://minnesotareformer.com/2026/05/30/kendall-qualls-wins-gop-endorsement-for-governor/ https://minnesotareformer.com/briefs/lisa-demuth-to-run-in-gop-primary-for-governor-setting-up-three-way-election-in-august/ The post Brett Johnson with Patrick Coolican (6/2/26) first appeared on AM 950.
Monday 3pm Hour: both the DFL and GOP held endorsing conventions over the weekend and neither went smoothly. Are incidents like the "moment of silence" for Derek Chauvin evidence that they're no longer helpful? Jason talks with listeners. Then he's joined by the newly endorsed GOP candidate for US Senate for Adam Schwarze who makes it clear he wasn't in the room for the "moment of silence" and doesn't want to talk about it.
On Monday's Drivetime with DeRusha.... 3pm Hour: both the DFL and GOP held endorsing conventions over the weekend and neither went smoothly. Are incidents like the "moment of silence" for Derek Chauvin evidence that they're no longer helpful? Jason talks with listeners. Then he's joined by the newly endorsed GOP candidate for US Senate for Adam Schwarze who makes it clear he wasn't in the room for the "moment of silence" and doesn't want to talk about it. 4pm Hour: Jason is joined by Kate Raddatz talking stress at work. Is "back to the office" making things worse? And Happy National Game Show Day! Then he talks with listeners about whether Lisa Demuth should abide by the endorsement or keep running for Governor after "voting irregularities". Plus, why did producer Dan Cook go camping this weekend? 5pm Hour: Jason replays his interview with GOP-endorsed candidate for Senate Adam Schwarze - do listeners think Jason was being "intellectually bankrupt"? Then he's joined by Dave Schwartz - the Vikings have a new GM, the Twins are the walking wounded, the Lynx keep winning and much more!
Republican and DFL party leaders have made endorsements in major statewide races. But internal divisions remain after this weekend's party conventions in Duluth and Rochester. Residents of the Twin Cities were recognized this weekend for their response during the surge of federal immigration agents. We heard from one community leader who accepted the award on behalf of his community.Teens looking for a job this summer may find a tougher job market than in the past. The teen unemployment rate has nearly doubled over the past year.Plus, a Minneapolis theater is bringing a classic American novel to the stage. And the Minnesota Now team visited a special central Minnesota gift shop just off Highway 10.The Minnesota Music Minute was “Balloon” by Leo Kottke and Mike Gordon. “Looking for Something” by Castlebeat was the Song of the Day.
Jon does a deeper dive into the controversial endorsement from the GOP convention. Jon and Sam discuss their thoughts on one of the commercials during the break, and Jon makes a comparison from what happened at the GOP Convention to a preferred DFL voting system.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Pride Month; MN GOP holds moment of silence for George Floyd’s murderer; Operation Cluster continues; agriculture update; Twin Cities awarded JFK Profile in Courage award; recapping both the DFL and GOP conventions. The post The Matt McNeil Show – June 1, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.
The Morning Take: Never a normal day at a Minnesota political convention full 487 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:37:03 +0000 ezEsTUneJAvqAjhYntF2ibeuwMEZSMAA rochester,politics,gop,dfl,mike lindell,amy klobuchar,derek chauvin,lisa demuth,kendall qualls,peggy flanagan,duluth,adam schwarze,alex plechash,mngop,michele tayfoya,electronic balloting,news The Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar rochester,politics,gop,dfl,mike lindell,amy klobuchar,derek chauvin,lisa demuth,kendall qualls,peggy flanagan,duluth,adam schwarze,alex plechash,mngop,michele tayfoya,electronic balloting,news The Morning Take: Never a normal day at a Minnesota political convention 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! © 2026 Audacy, Inc. News https://player.amper
Republicans gather in Duluth Friday to begin winnowing their field of U.S. Senate candidates. An endorsement contest could bring some to drop out of the race, but an August primary will determine the nominee for the general election.For Democrats, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan heads into this weekend's DFL state convention with a victory already in hand. Her opponent in the DFL Senate race, U.S. Rep Angie Craig, decided Wednesday to skip the convention, with the delegate math showing a strong advantage there for Flanagan. The two will instead battle it out in the August primary.Four Twin Cities leaders will accept the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation Profile in Courage Award this Sunday on behalf of the people of the Twin Cities.
Who goes to these conventions anyway? Find out on the capitol clash with Amy Frederiksen and Jeff Hayden as they join Vineeta for a look at the political conventions this weekend in Minnesota
A look at a weekend of political happenings from Esme Murphy, host of WCCO Sunday mornings on WCCO TV.
Angie Craig will ignore the endorsement process and try to win the primary. The DFL is certainly at odds. Author's Corner featured the book "Theo of Golden." New Minneapolis interim police chief has her own baggage. Big Foot fans will gather in Ocala FL, just the state for Big Foot fans. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
What is what when it comes to fundraising dollars from outside donors? Thursday Vineeta talked with Peggy Flanagan about her campaign for U.S. Senate. Later in the day, Angie Craig announced he would forego the party convention. Why, and where is she getting her substantial fundraising money dollars? Angie joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.
Even though she won't win the DFL endorsement, Angie Craig said on Thursday she is skipping the state convention and moving onto the Primary in August. This isn't unprecedented in Minnesota. Details from Blois Olson on the WCCO Morning News.
Minneapolis police chief Brian O'Hara resigned Tuesday amid allegations that he interfered with an internal investigation. The investigation explored allegations that the chief had sexual relationships with city employees. According to investigators, there was sufficient evidence that O'Hara intentionally deleted data on his city-issued cell phone that was related to the investigation. At the DFL convention this weekend, the endorsement that will garner the most attention is in the U.S. Senate race. Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and U.S. Rep. Angie Craig are seeking their party's endorsement.The temporary closure of one of the state's few marijuana testing labs could spell trouble for the budding industry. Last week, Minnesota's Office of Cannabis Management froze testing at Legend Technical Services for failing to meet security and testing requirements. State law requires testing, but Minnesota already faces a backlog with demand spiking.
U.S. Rep. Angie Craig says she'll skip the DFL convention in Rochester and head straight to a Senate primary.Minneapolis city leaders are searching for a new police chief after Brian O'Hara resigned Tuesday.Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.
Jason talks about the breaking news that Angie Craig is foregoing the DFL endorsement convention to go straight to the primary. Smart move? Or a sign her campaign for US Senate is in trouble? Listeners weigh in.
Wednesday 4pm Hour: Jason talks about the breaking news that Rep. Angie Craig has decided to forego the DFL endorsement convention for US Senate and will head straight to the primary in August. Did she make the right call? And is this more evidence that endorsements are unhelpful? Then he discusses today's top story - the resignation of MPD Chief Brian O'Hara - and why he had to go.
On Wednesday's Drivetime with DeRusha... 3pm Hour: Jason is joined in-studio by Minneapolis City Council President Elliot Payne to talk about the resignation of Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara, and his concerns over the transparency in the investigations surrounding the Chief. Then Tracy Perlman joins for her weekly appearance - was Jason wrong to mow the lawn shirtless this morning? 4pm Hour: Jason talks about the breaking news that Rep. Angie Craig has decided to forego the DFL endorsement convention for US Senate and will head straight to the primary in August. Did she make the right call? And is this more evidence that endorsements are unhelpful? Then he discusses today's top story - the resignation of MPD Chief Brian O'Hara - and why he had to go. 5pm Hour: Jason talks about the biggest story of the day - the resignation of Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara. What comes next for the interim Chief? The Mayor? The City? Then it's time to vent our collective spleens as Jason and listeners share what they've had ENOUGH of this week.
Despite a disadvantage in the fundraising game, she is favored to pick up the DFL Nomination over Angie Craig this weekend at the DFL Convention. What sets her campaign apart from others? Will fraud allegations hurt her campaign? Find out on the WCCO Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar! Photo from Flanagan Campaign.
Jon looks at the fraud in MN getting national attention, and compares stark differences in Memorial Day tributes from the DFL and GOP. Jon finds a national article featuring a unique Twin Cities business.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Happy Freedom Friday! Jon looks at the life, career, and legacy of NASCAR driver Kyle Busch. Jon offers up a PSA for the male audience. MN Rep Max Rymer joins the show where the conversation turns to a DFL rally and DFL policy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jon revisits the concept of owning physical media and his opinion on how it can be linked to modern politics. Jon discusses modern DFL campaign strategies and makes a very polarizing Star Wars comment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jon is joined in studio by MN Rep Max Rymer, Grace Keating, and Kathryn Johnson where the conversation continues about the MN legislative session and DFL tactics. Max explains the nuance of emergency bills. The group talks high school lock ins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.