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The Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar
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!
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Episodes
"The Duke" gets a call to the Hall. Twins Hall of Fame Broadcaster Dick Bremer talks to WCCO Radio. 10.07.2026 9:08
A 40 year run as the Voice of The Twins on TV.....and now he gets a reward. A light blue blazer. A look back at his wonderful career in his home state. Adam Carter talked with him on The WCCO Morning News Photo- Stephen Maturen/Getty Images
Traders continue to be bothered by news from the Middle East. 10.07.2026 5:55
Mixed results to start the trading day on Friday. A look at the world of Wall Street and Football, but the European version. All on Football and Finance on The WCCO Morning News
Chris Shaffer on Weather: Cranking up the sunshine and summer heat! 10.07.2026 4:30
Could be the hottest stretch of the summer over the next week or so.....get the morning update from WCCO TV's Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer on The WCCO Morning News
Despite a home run from ROYCE LEWIS, the Twins fall to Cleveland on Thursday. 10.07.2026 8:44
Steve Thomson recapped a tough loss for the Twins, who fell to the Guardians at Target Field. Adam Carter sat in for Vineeta and talked with Steve on The WCCO Morning News
Is there a serious death threat against President Trump? 10.07.2026 7:02
Could the gift of a jet been some kind of "Trojan Horse?" An explanation from Lindsey Reiser of CBS News. She joined Adam who was in for Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.
State Fair Food Fails! 10.07.2026 6:59
Why did Darren Jelinski get turned down for the "Skeeter!" Find out on The WCCO Morning News
Who will President Trump endorse for Minnesota Governor? 10.07.2026 5:30
The word should come in the next few weeks, and the President sees about 90% of the candidates he endorses, win, so this is huge. Analysis from Adam Carter and Esme Murphy from WCCO TV on the WCCO Morning News.
New State Fair Food! Stephanie Shimp of Blue Barn on their Cracklin' Corn Rib 09.07.2026 10:50
Stephanie Shimp of Blue Barn samples their new State Fair offering with Vineeta, and talks about the process of coming up with a new item each year.
BONUS: As more workers take multi-month mental health leave, employers report 'buyer's remorse' 09.07.2026 31:18
During the pandemic, employers took care to build support network for stressed workers, but years later, 67% of employers say they have more people taking long mental health breaks from the office. Is travel a necessary mental health break? Plus,
Twins 1st Pitch: Vibes are high for the Twins right now....vets and young players are creating a winning atmosphere! 09.07.2026 8:14
The Senior VP of the Twins, Dustin Morse joined Vineeta for an inside look at what is happening with the Twins right now. On The WCCO Morning News.
"Chris Shaffer on Weather:" 09.07.2026 5:27
Summer time is here with 80's and 90's for the near future. The latest from WCCO TV's Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer on The WCCO Morning News.
"Rusty's Review:" Is Disney going overboard with "Moana" franchise? 09.07.2026 5:26
3 films in 10 years including this week's live action version featuring "The Rock." Is it worth your time? Find out about that movie and a very interesting, "Invitation." All on the WCCO Morning News with Vineeta.
Twins stage a 9th inning rally to beat the Guardians! 09.07.2026 5:52
Steve Thomson pinch hit for Henry Lake, and recapped a big night in Minnesota sports. A comeback win for the Twins and a record setting night for the Minnesota Lynx!
Chris Shaffer's Weather - incoming hot - plus new Fair foods! 09.07.2026 5:27
WCCO TV Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffter talks new State Fair foods with Vineeta plus previews what looks to be some major incoming heat.
What will it take to bring people back to St. Paul? 09.07.2026 6:46
Many folks have ideas, but what about plans? Nate Bruschi is a voice you and read time to time. He is a small business owner and has some ideas on the Capital City. Find out more with Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News
"The Drive!" Minnesota's next breakout golfer is hunting for his PGA Tour Card. 09.07.2026 7:43
Blaine's Caleb VanArragon has taken a different path to the Korn Ferry Tour. He has flown under the radar and is having his best season to date on the Korn Ferry Tour. Can he make the leap to the PGA Tour? He joined Vineeta this morning as he was back in town for a short spell. It's "The Drive" Presented by GRAND VIEW LODGE!
The Sawkar Salute: Rest In Peace.....Doug Grow. 09.07.2026 1:31
The veteran newsman passed away this week after a cancer battle.
The Morning Take: Bye Bye Platner 09.07.2026 5:45
After weeks of speculation, Graham Platner is out of the U.S. Senate Race. Could that swing the balance of power? Analysis from Blois Olson on The WCCO Morning News.
BONUS: Ceasefire ends with 'scum' Iran -- what's next? Plus, diet meds are changing the way brands formulate snacks 08.07.2026 23:26
The ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran ended suddenly with an exchange of shots. Here's the latest, and what's next. Plus, a food expert reveals how GLP1s are changing the way brands formulate food, a summer reading challenge that costs parents $4K per child, and why has Buffalo gotten so violent?
The Country Club Festival gets underway on Friday in St. Paul. 08.07.2026 5:34
After finding success with mainstream music at the Yacht Club Festival, the folks behind that effort are debuting "The Country Club" Festival this weekend. And it's all about Folk Music and it includes artists big and small. The Last Revelers are part of the lineup, and meet one of their members on the WCCO morning News
Taj Bradley should be an all star! 08.07.2026 6:41
He strikes out 10 and gives up 3 hits over 7 innings to pick up the win as the Twins beat Cleveland 3-1. Thoughts from Henry Lake who has high hopes for the Twins in the 2nd half.
MIDWEEK MOTIVATION: Should you pay your kids to read books this summer? 08.07.2026 7:50
Alan Martin has taken this concept to the NTH degree! $4,000 to read 40 books. That's the price tag he has set up. How and why does this program work?? Find out about the Dirt Road Academy on the WCCO Morning News!
Can Vineeta survive a weekend of camping? 08.07.2026 5:23
She got some tips from the Minnesota DNR today on the WCCO Morning News.
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