The Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar

With Gas Prices soaring, the economy and cost of living is the main concern for voters says Blois Olson. He joined Vineeta for the Morning Take

A woman recounts what happened when she lost her job to AI, and we hear about communities fighting about data centers in their midst. Plus, record-setting gas prices are about to strike, one expert warns and we discuss how Americans are feeling about their finances.

They had chances, but the Mariners pulled away in the late innings against the Twins and their bullpen. Reaction from Manager Derek Shelton who joined Vineeta on the WCCO Morning News.

Three decades of bringing smiles across the state. Find out about the mission of this great group from Artistic Director Caitlin Lowans, who joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.

Prior Lake's Tiffany Stratton took home the U.S. Championship last week, and will be here for Summer Slam in August at U.S. Bank Stadium. She joined Vineeta to discuss her career that she got into because of her mom's urging. Summer Slam tickets are on Sale Friday!

Cool but comfortable weather is in store. The latest from WCCO TV Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer on the WCCO Morning News.

He delivered his final State Of The State address on Tuesday night. Analysis of that, and whether or not the Governor will help or hurt Democrats in November's mid terms. DFL Party Chair Richard Carlblom talked with Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.

The injured forward returned for Game 5 of the Wild's series with the Stars and he scored the first goal to get the Wild off and running. They can close out the series with a win at home on Thursday night. Analysis from Vineeta Sawkar and Henry Lake on the WCCO Morning News. Photo- Stacy Revere/Getty Images

What were the themes, and highlights? Our Blois Olson watched it all and recaps the address with Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.

An officer involved shooting this morning in Richfield. Our Mark Freie is on the scene and has this update.

Is higher education still a safe bet? As college decision day looms, one of the nation's premier experts grapples with the answer. Plus, we talk to a high school senior who garnered nearly $12 million in scholarships, and mark the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl disaster with a professor who was there as a teen when the reactor melted down.

What a night for rookie lefty Connor Prielipp! He got his first win. Reaction from the clubhouse with Twins pre and post game host Jonathan Vittas on our Twins 1st Pitch segment.

Why go to the Emerald Isle again? Find out about that and how Adam packs for a trip on the WCCO morning news.

Figures were released this morning and Vineeta got the inside scoop from Sandy Sweetser from Minnesota Sports and Events!

Anita Gaul was a frequent guest with Vineeta in 2023 as the design of a new flag took shape. How did the process work? Many are crying foul, but they had a chance to participate and chose not to says Anita. Find out more on The WCCO Morning News with Vineeta

He had a rough night on Monday, but will bounce back in Game 6 on Thursday night says Henry Lake. He recapped a game 5 loss for the Wolves and a big win for the Twins! All on the WCCO Morning News with Vineeta. Photo-Matthew Stockman/Getty Images

The Senate Majority Leader joined Vineeta to look ahead to the final State of The State Address from Governor Walz along with discussion of some other items that are pressing the legislature right now, Funding for Hennepin Healthcare Hospital along with North Memorial, plus dollars for expanding Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul.

The Doughtery Family College Dean at University of St. Thomas joined Vineeta a few weeks ago to discuss what is being done across the country to expand access to a four year degree.

More communities are choosing to fly the old state flag. Why? Analysis from Blois Olson on The WCCO Morning News.

A reporter who was there said there was basically no screening to get into the White House Correspondent's Association dinner where a gunman allegedly attempted to kill President Donald Trump. Here's everything we know about the assassin. Plus, how does this keep happening? And is this the end of a storied Washington event?

That's how Manager Derek Shelton described it after scoring just five runs in a three game sweep by Tampa Bay. Reaction from Bobby Nightengale from the Star Tribune on our Twins 1st Pitch segment. Photo-Julio Aguilar/Getty Images

Find out from ER Doctor who just got off a night shift at Regions Hospital. Max is a fan of the show and breaks it all down with Vineeta on the WCCO Morning News. Photo- Derek White/Getty Images