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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
Chris Shaffer on Weather: "Burning Rubber!" 18.06.2026 4:25
Why is Chris BURNING RUBBER? Find out with Adam Carter on WCCO's Morning News.
Luigi Mangione has some legal issues that can't be ignored. 18.06.2026 5:22
A depraved mind is this but isn't this. Find out more on that federal case and another one that is here in Minnesota. Legal analyst and current defense attorney Jack Rice joined Adam on The WCCO Morning News. Photo Angelina Katsanis-Pool/Getty Images
"The Drive!" Carelton golfer wins the NCAA Golf Title! 18.06.2026 4:44
Adam Carter sat in for Vineeta and talked with Carter Sichol, who last month captured the women's golf title at the NCAA Division 3 Tournament in Palm Springs. She graduated last weekend. What are her future plans? Find out on The Drive, presented by Grand View Lodge!
The Morning Take: Pollapalooza 18.06.2026 5:59
More polls to dissect in some big races across Minnesota, this time courtesy of KSTP and our friend Tom Hauser. Adam Carter sat in for Vineeta today and discussed some of the findings with Blois Olson on The WCCO Morning News
BONUS: Report: Shocking number of teens 'dating' an AI chatbot - is a social media ban for kids the answer? 17.06.2026 25:00
A new report that outlines exactly how many teens say they're dating at AI chatbot underscores the isolation today's youth experience in a digital world. We dive into that, plus the remarkable story of an eagled on the road to recovery after his nest collapsed and a debate around 'competency' based high school diplomas.
Madeline Trumble on the amazing entertainment that Chanhassen Dinner Theatres offers! 17.06.2026 2:38
One of the amazing giveaways for the Cure Blood Cancer Radio Auction benefitting NMDP is a chance to attend a VIP showing of Annie on October 16th at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres and we chatted briefly with Madeline Trumble, a Stillwater native and actress in 'Guys and Dolls' currently playing at the Chan and she discussed the amazing environment of attending a show at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres!
Jamie Margolis on the mission of NMDP making these donations count! 17.06.2026 1:56
Using the money donated to NMDP to its fullest potential - that is what Jamie Margolis, Senior Vice President - Operations and her team at NMDP is doing day in and day out! She discusses with Vineeta the goals NMDP has with this auction and saving lives along the way!
John Schuster shares the ins and outs of his Lake Home up for Auction with NMDP! 17.06.2026 7:05
Imagine a luxurious stay for five nights at a lake home up north - well our friend John Schuster is giving his lake home away for a brief stay for the highest bidder in the 6:30a time frame - from the top on down - check out what John's lake home consists of and how you could get in on this auction if not this time - the next time around! A special thanks to John for his partnership with this!
Adam Carter: Dad's don't mind taking a back seat to Moms when it comes to celebrations. 16.06.2026 6:49
Adam Carter with thoughts on what Father's Day means to him and a look ahead to our NMDP Auction. On the WCCO Morning News
Twins Manager Derek Shelton: "Byron Buxton should be starting in the All Star Game!" 16.06.2026 8:02
Derek Shelton recapped a Twins win and talked about how the reigning AL Player of the Week should be an all star starter in the outfield. Listen to his chat with Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News! And you can help get the Buck Truck into the summer classic. Head to twins.com or mlb.com to vote now!
There is a new chair of the Federal Reserve, will he impact interest rate news tomorrow? 16.06.2026 4:54
The President elbowed out Jerome Powell and brought in Kevin Warsh. His first meeting of the Open Market Committee is this week. A look at what kind of news will happen in the next 24 hours from the Chief Economist at US Bank, Beth Ann Bovino on The WCCO Morning News.
The Buck Truck keeps rolling! Another home run for Byron Buxton as the Twins topple Texas! 16.06.2026 6:14
Reaction from Henry Lake on a Twins win to open a road trip and the Lynx dominating the WNBA's newest team, The Portland Fire.
Chris Shaffer on Weather: Dare I say there is a "Chill" in the air? 16.06.2026 5:12
The WCCO Chief Meteorologist joined Vineeta on the WCCO Morning News.
Blue Expansion too costly for taxpayers? 16.06.2026 8:22
The Chair of the House Transportation Committee is raising questions about the cost of the Blue Line Extension that runs through North Minneapolis. 3.85 Billion dollars...is that too much? Find out what Representative Jon Koznick had to say to Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.
The Morning Take: How much has support for President Trump slipped? 16.06.2026 5:52
New polling numbers out today on the President. Blois Olson with analysis on The WCCO Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar.
BONUS: Oil moves in minutes, gas moves in weeks:' what to expect after the Iran deal - plus is it really a ceasefire or just a pause? 15.06.2026 21:57
President Donald Trump announced a deal with Iran and while some are jumping for joy, others are tempered and wondering if it's actually a ceasefire or just a pause. Experts weigh in on that, plus when to expect oil and gas prices to come down. We also explore the Space X IPO.
What will the end of the war with Iran mean for the economy in U.S. and abroad? 15.06.2026 5:32
Analysis from "One Of Our Own!" Elizabeth Schulze from ABC News. She joined VIneeta on the WCCO Morning News.
Twins 1st Pitch: Buxton is the energy and Royce is the personality guy 15.06.2026 8:08
Dan Hayes from The Athletic talked with Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.
Higher Education continues their push for research dollars from the Federal Government: The President of M.I.T. 15.06.2026 7:42
MIT President Sally Kornbluth joined Vineeta for a chat about the research of researching more federal dollars for higher education institutions. Find out more at Curiosity On A Mission.
Keeping kids safe on the roads with their bikes and scooters, our own, The American Academy Of Neurology! 15.06.2026 5:36
Dr. Natalia S. Rost from The American Academy of Neurology joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.
Should Timberwolves fans feel happy for Karl Anthony Towns? 15.06.2026 5:21
KAT gave a shoutout to his former Minnesota teammates like Anthony Edwards, after he and the Knicks won the NBA title on Saturday. Some thoughts on the NBA Finals and the Twins taking 2 out of 3 from St. Louis, as Henry Lake joins Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.
Why is the popularity of skydiving continuing to soar? 15.06.2026 6:59
Despite the tragic news from over the weekend, Kerry McCauley has seen lots of customers taking the plunge from 13,000 feet at Twin Cities Sky Diving. He joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.
Chris Shaffer on Weather: Wednesday rainfall ahead.... 15.06.2026 5:34
Find out about the weather week ahead from WCCO TV Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer.
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