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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

Spamalot's special humor will thrill audiences this week at The Ordway. 10.06.2026

The Actress who plays "The Lady of The Lake," Amanda Robles, is excited to see The Ordway Theater for the first time tonight as the Monty Python side splitter opens in St. Paul.

Henry Lake: Has Taj Bradley hit "a wall?" 10.06.2026

The Twins starter couldn't make it out of the 5th inning on Tuesday night, and took the loss as the Tigers beat the Twins 10-4. Reaction on that game, and a preview of Game 4 of the NBA Finals from Henry Lake and Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.

Midweek Motivation: Alex Knoll calls on humor to help loved ones during a trying time. 10.06.2026

A special patient found a special way to bring a smile to loved ones while he was undergoing surgery. Listen to the amazing story of Alex Knoll on our Midweek Motivation segment on The WCCO Morning News.

Chris Shaffer on Weather: Rain waive hits CCO Land this afternoon. 10.06.2026

Keep an eye on the sky today as there could be severe weather to our east. Details from WCCO TV Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer.

The Morning Take_What can we glean from the primary results? 10.06.2026

Primary election day in different parts of the country on Tuesday. What is the take away? Blois Olson and Vineeta Sawkar discuss on The Morning Take.

BONUS: 'The country that wins the AI race controls the world:' So, why are data centers such a tough sell? 09.06.2026

We dive into arguments for and against data centers in major cities across the U.S. Plus, did companies that culled the workforce believe too much in AI? Here's why hiring has returned.

Adam Carter: Why we like it here? 09.06.2026

Why do you like living in Minnesota? A conversation with Vineeta and Adam Carter on the WCCO Morning News.

Why is life on the road different this year for Twins players under Derek Shelton? 09.06.2026

Find out the story as the Twins kick off a road trip tonight in Detroit. Kris Atteberry calls the action starting at 5pm. He joined Vineeta for the twins 1st Pitch on the WCCO Morning News

"I'll See You In My Dreams." Emotional book captures the love of a brother and sister. 09.06.2026

Find out about the connection between a well known radio personality on radio and his sister, and how she is remembering him after his life was cut short by ALS. Larkin McPhee joined Vineeta on The WCCO morning news. Remembering her brother, Charles.

It's Happening! The Gophers and St. Thomas will play each other this year in college basketball! 09.06.2026

Fans demanded it and now the two universities are going to do it! The U of M and UST will meet this season in both men's and women's basketball. Find out how it all happened from the Athletic Director at the University of St. Thomas, Phil Esten

The Knicks lose Game 3 at home. Are they still the favorite in the NBA Finals? 09.06.2026

Reaction to San Antonio stealing Game 3 at Madison Square Garden from Henry Lake.

Contractors are in search of workers. Why? 09.06.2026

Your summer construction home construction project may happen a little later than planned because many contractors are having a hard time finding skilled workers. Why? Find out what Andy Lindus, from Lindus Construction and the WCCO Home Improvement Show had to say to Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.

Summer Road Construction Season.....is it on schedule? 09.06.2026

Plenty of big projects that are giving commuters headaches across the metro area. What is coming up in the next few months? Find out on The WCCO Morning News. with Vineeta and Kent Barnard from MnDot.

Chris Shaffer on Weather: Hot, Hazy, Humid. 09.06.2026

And rain moves in Wednesday. Get an update from WCCO TV Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer on The WCCO Morning News.

The Sawkar Salute: Olson Middle School becomes "Wheel Of Fortune Fans!" 09.06.2026

He's a Middle School Principal, he's also a member of the Timberwolves Senior Dance Team, and now he's a big winner on Wheel Of Fortune! Meet, Dr. William Campbell!

The Morning Take: Should today be Primary Day in Minnesota? 09.06.2026

Some would love it to be.....why? Find out on The Morning Take with Vineeta and Blois Olson on The WCCO Morning News

BONUS: Homeless man goes berserk on subway platform, stabbing passengers, plus mass shooting and the latest jobs report 08.06.2026

A weekend of violence exploded across the U.S. as summer gets underway. Get the latest on that, plus a jobs report, the eye-watering prices people are paying for NBA Finals, and fun facts about America for her 250th birthday.

Another local hits it big in the media world. Meet Edina native Elizabeth Schulze who is all over ABC TV News! 08.06.2026

A couple of Edina natives talking business on a Monday on WCCO Radio. Tom Hauser was in for Vineeta Sawkar, and ABC Business reporter and fellow Hornet, Elizabeth Schulze joined her. What can we take away from last weeks jobs report? Find out here!

Royce Lewis makes a return to the majors. 08.06.2026

A weekend call up for Royce amounted to a little bit of excitement. But he and the Twins still have work to do. A day off for the first time in 2 and a half weeks will hopefully do some good. Bobby Nightengale of the Star Tribune talked with Tom Hauser on the WCCO Morning News about the state of the team.

Henry Lake talks with Tom Hauser 08.06.2026
State Representative Natalie Zeleznikar joins Tom Hauser on the WCCO Morning News 08.06.2026

She will be highlighted some people getting kicked off social rolls by no action of their own, tomorrow in Duluth.

Tee It Up For The Troops at Olympic Hills: A lemonade stand becomes a focal point for fundraising! 08.06.2026

Angela Dingels and her sons Noah and Cole joined Tom Hauser from the Tee It Up for the Troops event in Eden Prarie. They are turning heads with their eye-popping fundraising numbers for a glass of lemonade! https://tiuftt-olympichills.dojiggy.io/6efef6/Campaign/Details

Chris Shaffer on Weather: 90 degrees heading our way 08.06.2026

But also some rain. Find out where and when with the Chief Meteorologist for WCCO TV, Chris Shaffer

The Sawkar Salute: Get outdoors in June! 08.06.2026
Vote 2026: Attorney General Keith Ellison is running for another term. 08.06.2026

He had a narrow win in 2022. Can he win another 4 years in office. Ellison made his case in a wide ranging interview, including some breaking news on the national level that involves the Walz administration and fraud.

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