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!

Minnesota Wild at 25: Former Goalie Coach Bob Mason

Opening night is in the books and the Home Opener is on deck on Saturday. Bob Mason will be there and talked with Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News Photo-Getty images

10-10
08:52

Minnesota Wild celebrate 25 Years: Kelly McGrath has been there for all of them!

The GM of the newly named Grand Casino Arena talked with Vineeta on Friday about 25 years of Wild hockey!

10-10
06:00

Pete Najarian on Friday Football and Finance: AI is exploding and investors are taking note!

Records broken all week as the markets continue to soar.

10-10
05:43

Wild blank the Blues in their regular season opener!

Reaction to the 5-0 shutout win from Henry Lake and Vineeta Sawkar

10-10
07:38

Do Republicans believe that Minnesotan's deserve the right to own automatic weapons?

Rep. Harry Niska joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News

10-10
06:49

Esme Murphy on the crumbling talks over a special session.

The WCCO TV Sunday morning anchor joined Vineeta on Friday morning to discuss what "isn't" happening right now at the State Capitol.

10-10
05:56

The Morning News and Strib Varsity kick off a new partnership!

High School Sports will be the focus on Friday mornings with Vineeta Sawkar and reporters from the Star Tribune's new section, "Strib Varsity!" Chris Carr, the Managing Director of High School Sports for the Star Tribune, joined Vineeta to kick off the collaboration on Friday morning's edition of the WCCO Morning News.

10-10
08:34

Former Wild defenseman Nate Prosser: "It will always be the "X' to me!"

Another season of Wild Hockey starts tonight in St. Louis. Minnesota native and former Wild defender Nate Prosser hopped on the WCCO Morning News for a season preview and a look back at 25 years of the Minnesota Wild. Photo Jason Halstead /Getty Image

10-09
08:17

Two movies are out this weekend and both are worth your time says Rusty Gatenby!

Both Tron and Roofman are fantastic! Why? Find out from Rusty and Vineeta

10-09
04:05

Theeeeeeeeeee Yankeeeeeees LOOOOOOOOOSEEEEEE!

Vineeta and Henry Lake enjoyed watching the Toronto Blue Jays end the Yankees season on Wednesday night!

10-09
07:44

Chris Shaffer's "Pumpkin Spice" forecast!

Plenty of sun for the Sweatshirt and shorts crowd coming up. More from WCCO TV Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer on the WCCO Morning News

10-09
04:01

The Sawkar Salute: UGM CEO is spending 24 hours outside. Why?

Pam Stegora Axberg joined Vineeta prior to her 24 hour stint on a park bench talking about homelessness.

10-09
06:14

Senator Tina Smith on peace in the Middle East: Very Hope Full News!

The Minnesota Senator joined Vineeta to discuss the deal that could bring home hostages, plus the latest on Government Shutdown from Washington D.C. Photo Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images

10-09
08:51

The Morning Take-Is the proposed Special Session about to be scrapped in St. Paul?

Legislative leaders can't come together on the framework for a session and the idea might be scrapped all together. More from Blois Olson and Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News. Photo: Governor's office

10-09
05:27

Are the Twins about to be the surprise team in MLB in 2026? Wes Johnson has a feeling.

The former Twins pitching coach watched from afar as the Twins dismantled their roster. The University of Georgia Head Coach joined Vineeta for an honest conversation about the Twins and what direction they are headed. Nothing but up says Wes!

10-08
09:07

White Christmas is about to open a three month run at the Chanhassen!

The Holiday classic is a winner for your family and friends to get together for the holidays and celebrate the season. Find out how rehearsals are going from cast member Andrea Mislan

10-08
03:33

Wolves trying to find their footing in the NBA Preseason.

Henry Lake joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.

10-08
05:23

A cold start to Wednesday as some parts of the state fell below freezing!

Details from WCCO TV Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer

10-08
02:50

Midweek Motivation! A.I. changed her focus and now she is thriving, even making it to a National TV Show.

Meet Megan Carrol, who joined Vineeta to discuss her career following Covid. It took a 180 degree turn and she is happier than ever! Find out more about her at https://www.thekindredcottagemakery.com/ Photo-Food Network.

10-08
06:03

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