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The Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar

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Minnesota Twins
Minnesota
Minneapolis
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Byron Buxton
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St. Paul, United States
Steve Simpson
Minnesota Vikings
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Olivia Miles
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Minneapolis, United States
Vance Boelter
Angie Craig
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Joe Ryan

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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The "Oracle Of Omaha" announced this morning that he was stepping away from Berkshire Hathaway after 61 years. What has he meant to the Financial World? Find out with Pete Najarian on Friday "Football and Finance" with Tom Hauser on The WCCO Morning ... more

Restaurant prices, food prices, tipping protocols and travel are all seeing big swings. Why? Angie Whitcomb, the President and CEO of Hospitality Minnesota, joined Tom Hauser on the WCCO Morning News.

The trickle down effect of high fuel prices are starting to be realized at the local grocery store. Minnesota Grocery President Pat Garafalo joined Tom Hauser on Friday to discuss on the WCCO Morning News.

How can they get there? Find out from University President Rob Vischer. He joined UST alum and WCCO Radio host, Tom Hauser on the WCCO Morning News

WCCO TV Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer hopped on with Tom Hauser with the latest details on the wet Friday across the state. But one part of the state will get quite a bit more rain than others. Find out where on the WCCO Morning News!

Tight races at the top of the ticket, so what could that mean for down ballot races? GOP Strategist Brian McDaniel and Tom Hauser discuss as Tom fills in for Vineeta on the WCCO Morning News.

Experts dive into what it means that the Fed raised interest rates, plus a Mashable reporter breaks down everything to watch for cozy season.

Several Twins current and former players Royce Lewis, Pablo Lopez, Travis Adams, LaTroy Hawkins and Justin Moreanu made visits and distributed Teddy Bears at local hospitals. There is also a Field Dedication with Annunciation on Friday night that the... more

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Vineeta Sawkar
Host of The Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar

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Adam Duininck talks Dinner Du Nord, Mpls plans, crime on Nicollet!
Q: And can we move Target Center to the city center too? That's my request as well.
There are ongoing discussions about centralizing key venues to anchor the downtown core, but any real shift will require careful planning, major funding, and long-term coordination among multiple partners to realize.
Adam Duininck talks Dinner Du Nord, Mpls plans, crime on Nicollet!
Q: Adam, first of all, what a perfect night that was on Thursday. Just you couldn't get better weather, what an uplifting, wonderful community experience that was.
It was a fantastic night with great weather and a strong turnout. The event demonstrated how Downtown Minneapolis can come alive with both formal dining and food-truck options, reinforcing the idea of a pedestrian-friendly Nicollet Mall and a thriving urban core.
Minnesota Twins Salute to Service and Commemorating 9/11 this weekend!
Q: What time does the 9-11 ceremony and related events start tonight at Target Field?
The pregame ceremony starts at 6:30 PM, with flyovers planned for tonight and Sunday, and seating by 6:30 PM for attendees.
Blois Olson on Walz fraud piece in Strib, Lisa Demuth press conference!
Q: Top two or three takeaways from the in-depth article for those who haven't read it yet.
Blois Olson explains that the core takeaways include how fraud cases were flagged as media issues rather than genuine fraud concerns, the leadership style that delegated to others rather than personally overseeing details, and clear warnings from advisors that were not acted upon promptly, all of which paint a picture of systemic risk and accountability questions within the Walz administration.
Chris Shaffer previews (some) showers and reflects on 25 years since 9/11!
Q: Take us back to when you found out and were watching things unfold.
The guest describes initial shock, the realization that the events were significantly larger than a typical incident, and the shift in the local radio station from music to news as they prepared to inform and support listeners.

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What is The Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show covers a blend of regional news, politics, sports, weather, and culture, with a clear emphasis on Minnesota happenings and timely, in-depth conversations with news-makers, analysts, and industry observers. Episodes frequently center on local governance, election dynamics, downtown development, and big-business/noise around sports venues, while balancing lighter segments on entertainment, streaming, and weather. A standout trait is the host's ability to thread practical, day-brightening content (traffic, weather, local events) through substantive interviews with guests who bring on-the-ground expertise, policy context, or industry know-how. This combination makes it appealing to listeners who want actionable local insight alongside ... more

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