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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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Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

Can AI really plan you life for an entire year? 26.05.2026

Award winning Tech Writer Joanna Stern did just that and wrote a book about it! Her story and the pitfalls of AI, all on the WCCO Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar. Photo Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images

A push to bring fireworks back to St. Paul for the 4th of July. 26.05.2026

You can help bring back fireworks to the Capital City! The St. Paul Rotary Club is making the push and needs your help! Find out more on The WCCO Morning News.

Twins 1st Pitch-Twins sweep the Red Sox in "Rotten Weather, but it was Great Baseball!" 26.05.2026

Twins Play By Play announcer Kris Atteberry recapped a sweep of the Red Sox in Boston along with the start of a series with the White Sox in Chicago. It's our Twins 1st Pitch segment on the WCCO Morning News.

Chris Shaffer on Weather: Humid and some rain on the way. 26.05.2026

Plus a look back at a soundtrack of an 80's movie that became iconic. More with Vineeta and WCCO TV Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer on The WCCO Morning News.

The Sawkar Salute-YMCA 26.05.2026
The Morning Take: Does it really matter who is the running mate for Amy Klobuchar? 26.05.2026

She is one of the state's most popular political figures. Who does Amy Klobuchar need to find as she looks for a running mate? Blois Olson with a peak behind the curtain of whom may fill that role in a possible Klobuchar administration

Professional Volleyball Comes to Minnesota 25.05.2026

Major League Volleyball is coming to Minnesota. Michelle Haines was named the Team President of the new franchise and talks about what fans can expect to see when they take the court next year.

Senator Amy Klobuchar on Memorial Day 25.05.2026

Senator Amy Klobuchar talks about the importance of Memorial Day in Minnesota and around the country and the traditions Americans have to honor the men and women who have died serving our country.

Catching up with Columnist Rochelle Olson 25.05.2026

Star Tribune columnist Rochelle Olson talks about her life as a journalist and how she maintains the sometimes stressful role and has the history of her Cheers and Jeers piece.

Sloane Martin Speaks on the Lynx 25.05.2026

Former WCCO Radio voice and current Minnesota Lynx broadcaster Sloane Martin gives an update on the team's season so far and what fans have to look forward to this year,

Recapping The 2026 Minnesota Legislative Session 25.05.2026

As this year's session ends in the Minnesota legislature, political scientist Larry Jacobs talks about the highlights and lowlights at the capitol and what changes are coming to the state next year. He also touches on the national issues including the impact of President Trump in local elections and the infighting within the democrat and republican parties.

Honoring Veterans on Lake Minnetonka 25.05.2026

A Minnesota Man plays Taps every night at sunset on Lake Minnetonka to honor veterans. Gary Marquardt talks about how the tradition began and how he gives his time to pay respect to those who served.

The Patriotic Kenny Foundation 25.05.2026

Minnesota veteran and Tik Tok influencer Kenny Jary died at 84. He gained a following as Patriotic Kenny where he was known for sharing positive messages and riding his electric scooter. Now the Patriotic Kenny Foundation lives on to help veterans get electric scooters. Melanie Nelson is a board member of the non profit and talks about Kenny's impact and how his memory lives on.

Twins 1st Pitch-Glen Perkins knows what Royce Lewis is going through 22.05.2026

A former first round pick himself, Glen Perkins knew what it was like to be sent to Triple A ball after a taste of big league life. Listen to his amazing breakdown of what Royce Lewis is really going through right now. Listen to Glen and Kris Atteberry all weekend long on WCCO as the Twins take on the Red Sox.

The Capitol Clash: Will Federal Fraud crackdown doom the DFL in November? 22.05.2026

Former State Senators Jeff Hayden and Amy Frederiksen join Vineeta on Fridays to talk politics on a little segment called, "The Capitol Clash!"

Live racing starts tomorrow at Canterbury Park! 22.05.2026

One of the many hats that Kevin Gorg wears is one at Canterbury Park. Live racing returns on Saturday and a big weekend is planned. Updates on that and what lies ahead for Vineeta's beloved Minnesota Wild.

Chris Shaffer on weather: Hang in there, Memorial Day weekend will end up being really nice! 22.05.2026

Find out what is happening in weather from WCCO TV Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer on the WCCO Morning News.

Royce Lewis debuts in St. Paul 22.05.2026

A home run on his first swing......reaction on Royce reporting and the death of a Nascar legend.

University of St. Thomas prepares for a weekend of graduations! 22.05.2026

University President Rob Vischer joined Vineeta on Friday on The WCCO Morning News!

The Sawkar Salute: National Tap Day 22.05.2026

Monday is National Tap Day.....More on the Sawkar Salute with Ashley Gonzalez, Keane Sense of Rhythm Youth Tap Ensemble Director:

Remembering the life of Kyle Busch 22.05.2026

Racing authority Steve Simpson puts the shocking death of Nascar racer Kyle Busch into perspective. "One of the greatest to ever do it." On the WCCO Morning News

Feds invade Minnesota for "Strikeforce." 22.05.2026

A push to put a dent in the fraud that has run rampant in Minnesota from the Feds on Thursday. Reaction to a power packed News Conference and a conviction for fraudster Aimee Bock, from WCCO TV's Esme Murphy. On the WCCO Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar. Photo David Berding/Getty Images

BONUS: 'Washington in a tizzy:' Will Trump's $1.8B 'anti weaponization fund' stand? 21.05.2026

An expert says Washington is in a "tizzy" over the $1.8B settlement Trump's Justice Department made with him. But will Congress oppose it, especially after what happened to Bill Cassidy and others in the GOP who angered the president? We dive into that, and into the new trend of AI lawyers, plus, whether we really want our politics to be nasty.

Adam Carter says goodbye to CBS Radio News. 21.05.2026
Twins 1st pitch: Saints Manager Brian Dinkelman 21.05.2026

Royce Lewis begins his run with the Saints tonight. An update on the farm system from former Twin and Saints Manager Brian Dinkelman on the WCCO Morning News Photo-Dan Shirley MLB for Getty Images

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