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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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Legendary financial figure Alan Greenspan passes away at age 100. 22.06.2026 8:27

Reflection from Elizabeth Schulze who knows all about the legacy that Greenspan left behind. The ABC News correspondent joined Vineeta on the WCCO Morning News.

Byron Buxton and the Twins take 2 of 3 in Arizona! 22.06.2026 6:13

Twins rally on Sunday to win another series. Bobby Nightengale from the Star Tribune was there and joined Vineeta on the WCCO Morning News

He is a tornado folks! Meet Minnesota native, MODSUN! 22.06.2026 8:10

He grew up in Bloomington and is the opening act for the first official opening show at the new Mystic Lake Ampitheater! Photo Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images

KPMG Women's PGA Championship week is here! 22.06.2026 5:28

Tournament Chair Laura Fricke with a countdown to the action which begins on Thursday morning in Chaska

Chris Shaffer on Weather: Could we have a Top 10 Weather Day on our hands? 22.06.2026 4:24

WCCO TV Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer joined Vineeta for a recap of Father's Day weekend and a look ahead to the first week of Summer on The WCCO Morning News.

The Special Olympics USA Games take Minnesota by storm! 22.06.2026 6:34

Where can you see the athletes compete? Find out from the Games CEO, Christi Sovereign, on The WCCO Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar.

Twins take two out of three against Arizona but the Lynx stumble in the final quarter on Sunday. 22.06.2026 8:00

Henry Lake on those matchups and World Cup fever on The WCCO Morning News.

The Sawkar Salute: Bringing a World Cup flavor to Brooklyn Park. 22.06.2026 1:10

The Morning Take: Was there a clear winner when Flanagan and Craig met in a "conversation" on TPT? 22.06.2026 6:20

Some analysis from Blois Olson and Vineeta Sawkar on The WCCO Morning News.

Friday Football and Finance: Are interest rates heading up in the next few months. 19.06.2026 7:34

They remained unchanged this week. Find out what Pete Najarian thinks of the new Fed Chair and their actions, along with should the Vikings take a shot at a QB in the supplemental draft even though he has a lot of baggage?

Twins get ready for their annual "Broadcast Auction" next week on Twins TV 19.06.2026 6:46

Find out details that are up right now at Twins.com. Rachel Snyder from the Twins talked with Adam about the auction items and the Twins Community Fund.

Carrie Tollefson has a busy weekend! 19.06.2026 6:43

She joined Adam Carter from Duluth as the Grandma's Marathon gets underway for the 50th time tomorrow. Plus, Carrie is an ambassador for the Special Olympics which begin across the metro this weekend.

What can you expect at the new Mystic Lake Amphitheater 19.06.2026 2:51

19,000 seats in the Shakopee venue....find out what's in store for Music Fans from Live Nation's Josh Lacey and our own Mark Freie

Is the Trump deal with Iran just a loss for the U.S.? 19.06.2026 7:50

Negative reaction from even the GOP party. Details from Lindsey Reiser from CBS News, who talked with Adam Carter on The WCCO morning news.

Henry Lake: Too early to discuss the Twins and the MLB Trade Deadline. 19.06.2026 10:15

Remembering a great man and a great dad: Scott 19.06.2026 8:28

He was a retired Minneapolis Police Officer, former Minneapolis Police Commander and was beloved by many. Scott Gerlicher passed away earlier this month. He is being remembered by the many whose lives he touched like Adam Carter, who talked with Scott's wife Cari on The WCCO Morning News

Twins 1st pitch: Byron Buxton stands alone 19.06.2026 9:56

He is putting up record numbers and is a all star candidate not only for the game but to start. Cory Provus is calling the action on the radio front this week. He took time on Thursday morning to talk with Adam Carter about the differences between radio and tv calls and the suddenly resurgent Twins!

The Sawkar Salute: Flight's For Fathers! 19.06.2026 4:05

The Father's Day Forecast is? Chris Shaffer on Weather 19.06.2026 3:54

Eye on the sky today as rain moves in. More from WCCO TV Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer

Esme Murphy: Minnesota voters are seeing two of the most prominent politicians of all time. Who are they? 19.06.2026 7:47

One is a Republican and another is a democrat. Find out more on the WCCO Morning News with Adam Carter in for Vineeta.

BONUS: Student loan rules about to change: here's what you need to know, plus Trump releases a gold phone, and a review of the Iran deal 18.06.2026 17:16

We get the finer points of the Memo of Understanding signed between the U.S. and Iran, plus we discuss the massive lottery payout awaiting the next winner, review the new golden Trump phone and find out what it's like to move an entire mastodon skeleton from one school to another.

Jordana Green recaps an emotional radio auction, benefitting NMDP 18.06.2026 4:50

Juneteenth celebration tonight at "Crooner's!" 18.06.2026 7:09

Kathleen Johnson and friends have a great show on tap. Find out more on the WCCO Morning News

Rusty's Review: Another tear jerker from PIXAR: Toy Story 5 is a winner! 18.06.2026 5:09

The movie drops this weekend, plus a must see musical in St. Paul, "SIX!"

Is Olivia Miles the MVP of the WNBA? 18.06.2026 6:04

Henry Lake on a 31 point career high by OLVIIA MILES!