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The Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar

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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 sports…it’s the best way to start the day!

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Vote 2026: Attorney General Candidate Ron Schutz 08.06.2026 7:24

A back round in private and public service made Ron Schutz the endorsed candidate by the GOP in the race for Attorney General. Find out more about Ron in a wide ranging interview with Tom Hauser on The WCCO Morning News

The Morning Take-Fundraising money will be spent all over Minnesota. 08.06.2026 5:10

Blois Olson and Tom Hauser with more.

Celebrating the life of Prince this weekend in Minneapolis-Find out more from Prince's former Musical Director. 05.06.2026 9:38

Morris Hayes was with prince for some of his most memorable moments including the Super Bowl halftime show in Miami in 2007. The back story behind that performance and why it's such a miracle to have The Revolution and The New Power Generation performing together tonight at The Armory.

Friday Football and Finance with Pete Najarian-Dow soars to over 51,000. 05.06.2026 5:27

And another solid jobs report has people buzzing. More from Tom Hauser and former Gopher football star and market analyst Pete Najarian on The WCCO Morning News

Did you know Tom Hauser loves to plant roses in his yard? 05.06.2026 6:03

Find out the reason why with Tom and U of M extension educator, Robin Trott

Twins defense is costing them games 05.06.2026 5:56

An 8-6 loss to the Royals is the latest example Henry Lake with details.

The Special Olympics USA Games open in 3 weeks 05.06.2026 8:34

Hear the story of one determined athlete from the South Metro. "Paige's" story is on the WCCO Morning News with Tom Hauser.

Chris Shaffer on Weather: It's not the heat, it's the HUMIDITY this morning! 05.06.2026 5:16

90 Degree temps aren't far away. Find out details on a heatwave from WCCO TV Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer on the WCCO morning news.

The Sawkar Salute: Huddy's Hike 05.06.2026 4:41

Tragedy has turned to understanding, awareness and fundraising. Listen to their story on the Sawkar Salute on WCCO with Tom Hauser

Brian McDaniel recaps the 2026 GOP Convention: A real head shaker. 05.06.2026 7:26

Tom Hauser filled in for Vineeta and talked politics with GOP Delegate and political analyst Brian McDaniel on the WCCO Morning News

BONUS: loses $1.8B 'slush fund,' gets rare rebuke on Iran: Is MAGA eroding or holding strong? 04.06.2026 16:51

As the midterms shape up, one of the biggest questions surrounds President Donald Trump and how much sway he'll continue to hold. Get the latest on a rare GOP rebuke over Iran, the loss of a $1.8B 'slush fund,' and what's next ... including the role of AI in elections.

BONUS: 'This one got away from American Airlines:' Why so many fliers are angry, plus primary lessons for the midterms 04.06.2026 21:41

Americans Airlines let the narrative get away from them when first class passengers started getting downgraded to coach and the airline kept the price difference. Here's more. Plus, what did the primaries this week teach about the mood of voters? Simple. It's the economy, stupid.

The NMDP Auction is less than two weeks away! 04.06.2026 5:20

A rundown of some of the fantastic offers as we raise money on Wednesday, June 17th. Jordana Green joins Vineeta for a look ahead to this important day!

The astonishing turnaround of one man after a stint in prison. 04.06.2026 10:12

From murder to helping others. Find out about the path of Minnesota go getter Antonio Williams Find out more about his organization at www.toneup.org

Rusty's Review: Two movies worth seeing this summer! 04.06.2026 6:30

Find out about a mega hit and a summer feel good film. Rusty Gatenby talks hollywood with Vineeta and hit out of nowhere from a 20 year old director

Can the Knicks actually win the NBA Title? 04.06.2026 3:31

They came back to beat the Spurs in Game 1 on Wednesday night. Analysis from Henry Lake on the WCCO Morning News.

Chris Shaffer on Weather: Rain for Twins game tonight? 04.06.2026 6:15

Find out the latest weather info from WCCO TV Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer

Female CEO's are guiding some of Minnesota's most successful companies! 04.06.2026 7:14

Will that trend continue to grow? Vineeta talked it over with the CEO of the Minnesota Business Partnership, Kurt Zellers.

The Sawkar Salute-Women's sports double header on Saturday. 04.06.2026 4:33

Find out how you can catch the Minnesota Aurora and Minnesota Lynx on the same day with other fans!

"The Drive!" LPGA gets ready for a major championship at Hazeltine National 04.06.2026 3:16

Laura Frick is the Director of the KPMG Women's PGA Championship at Hazeltine National. Lots of action at the course as they get set to host the 3rd golf major of the year on the women's side. It Take June 25th-28th. Photo-Steph Chambers/Getty Images

The Morning Take: Are are witnessing the first "AI" election? 04.06.2026 6:16

Reaction to the back and forth between U.S. Senate Candidates Peggy Flanagan and Angie Craig.

Twins Manager Derek Shelton - "Getting wins in your division is huge." 03.06.2026 8:13

Minnesota goes for another sweep in the AL Central when they face the White Sox today at noon. Manager Derek Shelton joined Vineeta on the WCCO Morning News to discuss the series, his younger core, and if he is keeping an eye on Royce Lewis in St. Paul

"The Great Gatsby" comes home! 03.06.2026 6:07

The musical based on the book by one of Minnesota's finest, is in town through the weekend. What will you see when you go? Actor Edward Staudenmayer, who plays Meyer Wolfsheim in the show, stopped by for a visit on the WCCO Morning News. "The Great Gatsby" runs through Sunday at the Orpheum in Minneapolis

Minnesota State High School League pumps the brakes on Girls Flag Football. 03.06.2026 6:14

But two other sports will get the go ahead. Find out about the Board of Directors annual meeting and a very busy week for state tournaments in spring sports. Erich Martens, the Executive Director of the State High School League talked with Vineeta on the WCCO Morning News.

Midweek Motivation: Why CPR came in handy for this Twin Cities couple 03.06.2026 8:57

Never in her wildest dreams did Kris Patrow believe she would need to call upon the things she learned in CPR Class. But a few months after taking a class, the teachings became live saving for her husband. Find out more on the WCCO Morning News. "DEADLINE" - A reporter's true story of cardiac arrest and the race to survive www.liveshotpublishing.com