The Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar
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BONUS: Jobs report exceeds expectations, and a threat from Iran should have American businesses thinking twice about their security
Here's the latest look at the health of the jobs sector, plus a threat from Iran that should have American businesses taking a second look at their security. Plus, Reeses' gives in to fans demands, a new road material could change potholes forever and why laughter is -- literally -- the best medicine.
BONUS: 'A worldview that doesn't match reality:' Trump lays out case for Iran, and reaction is harsh
Why are we bombing Iran while gas prices skyrocket? Experts discuss Donald Trump's speech to the United States and predict what happens next.
Why isn't America cheering more for Artemis?
What happened to the AWE that so many felt for the space program in years gone by? Some thoughts from Adam Carter and Vineta Sawkar on The WCCO Morning News.
Is the cost of college worth it in 2026?
The University of Minnesota has new research out on what teens think of higher ed. Find out more on the WCCO Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar along with the Associate Dean of CFANS at the U of M!
Twins 1st Pitch-Twins get ready for the 2026 Home Opener on Friday!
Stop by and see Vineeta for "Breakfast On The Plaza" on Friday morning from 6-9 am. The Twins host the Rays at 3:15. Here's a rundown of some of the Opening Day fun on The WCCO Morning News.
Video game movie craze is back, with another Super Mario Brothers offering. Should you see it?
Another Super Mario Brothers movie is out and it will make millions. Is it worth seeing? Some thoughts from film critic Rusty Gatenby on The WCCO Morning News. Photo-Roy Rochlin/Getty Images for ReedPop
Twins inefficient use of ABS system has Henry Lake fired up.
A first inning misuse just the latest bad call by a hitter for the Twins. More from Henry Lake and Vineeta Sawkar on the WCCO Morning News.
After some slippery roads early, the commute, and the weather will improve this afternoon
The National Weather service canceled their Winter Weather Advisory as temperatures were warmer than expected. The latest from WCCO TV Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer.
The Sawkar Salute-Mine in Northern Minnesota reopens for tourists.
Soudan Underground Mine tours are back!
The Morning Take-Reaction to President's prime time address on Iran.
Blois Olson talking with Vineeta about the address and why Artemis mission is good for the country. All on the WCCO Morning News. Photo- Alex Brandon-Pool/Getty Images
"Grumpy Old Men" comes to the stage!
The iconic Minnesota film is now a musical and it's debuting this weekend in Minneapolis. Find out more from Andrew Newman, Executive Director of Minneapolis Musical Theatre, on The WCCO Morning News. Photo-Liaison
Twins 1st Pitch-Derek Shelton on his first ejection, cold weather and best food in Kansas City
Weather could be an issue this weekend at Target Field and tonight in Kansas City. Twins skipper Derek Shelton talked with Vineeta about the start of the Twins season and what to look forward to as the Twins get home to open their regular season schedule at Target Field.
Minnesota pet bills may end up doing more harm than good.
Lauren Calmet is the Director of Government Affairs for the Pet Advocacy Network. She talked with Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.
Midweek Motivation: Getting your kids to "Buzz Off Of Social Media."
A grass roots movement started in Edina and is gaining traction across the metro area. Can parents really get kids to not be on social media these days? Local Parent Tim O'Neil thinks so, and he told Vineeta why on her Midweek Motivation segement
Henry Lake-Gopher Men's basketball team gets another shot to keep up the momentum
They play in a new post season tournament tonight in Las Vegas. A preview of that and the sad tale of Tiger Woods. All part of Vineeta's chat with Henry Lake on The WCCO Morning News.
BONUS: 'Nothing prepares you for the feeling of floating:' Astronaut recalls experience as Artemis II launches and Elon Musk readies for city on the moon
What's it like to go to space? It's a question a lot of us are asking as Artemis II heads to the moon. Tommy Tucker talks to an astronaut and experts weigh in on Artemis II's mission and how Elon Musk will follow it up.
Secretary of State Steve Simon-Trump's Mail in ballot move will fail in the courts.
The President signed an Executive Order on Tuesday, but that will be met with legal might says Minnesota's top election official. Secretary of State Steve Simon joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.
The Sawkar Salute-History of The St. Paul Saints.
John is the tour guide at CHS Field and gets a Sawkar Salute!
SNOW, SLEET, RAIN......it's all coming to parts of the state later tonight
Where and when will the precipitation fall? Find out from WCCO TV's Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer on The WCCO Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar
Back To the Future! NASA heading to THE MOON again.
A late afternoon launch of Artemis II looks like a go in Florida. This, some 57 years after the Apollo Mission to The Moon. Our friend Mike Lynch has been fascinated with space and the stars ever since, and joined Vineeta to break down this crucial mission from NASA.
The Morning Take: April Fool's Message-The World is kind of a parody now....including politics
More with Vineeta and Blois Olson an April Fool's Day Morning Take.
The 50's are your "Decade Of?"
Jordana Green and Vineeta Sawkar discussed what the decade of........a frank discussion on the WCCO Morning News
Twins pitching has been solid through four games
Jonathan Vittas joined Vineeta on our Twins 1st Pitch segment on The WCCO Morning News.
Author E.J. Dickson on the growing trend of "Mom Shaming."
Have a career, stay at home....a no win situation for moms these days. Some reflections from author and mom, E.J. Dickson on the WCCO Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar.
Augsburg President announces upcoming retirement.
Two decades of leadership for President Paul Pribbenow. He joined Vineeta to reflect on his tenure and discuss the continued rising cost of higher education.
Twins bats held in check in loss to Royals on their home opener.
Just four hits for the Twins on Monday in Kansas City. A recap of the loss and a look at March Madness on both the Men's and Women's sides with Steve Thomson, who was in for Henry Lake.
How much snow could fall in CCO Land later this week?
The latest on a possible spring snow storm moving our way. WCCO TV's Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer is watching and brings a morning update to Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News
Candidates To Meet: Adam Schwarze, running for U.S. Senate Seat in Minnesota.
The military veteran has some real life back round in the Middle East, so he can touch on foreign policy. His views on what is taking place, running against well known candidates, and the push for a different type of energy policy. Find out about his platform on the WCCO Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar.
The Sawkar Salute: Rochester Alternative Learning Center
The Morning Take-No celebration for Cesar Chavez today
Moves last week ensured that Minnesota won't use March 31st as a date to honor the disgraced labor leader. More from Blois Olson on The WCCO Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar
St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her reflects on NO KINGS rally in St. Paul- "Hard to describe, it was unbelievable!"
She was one of the Speakers on Saturday, what did she see from the podium? Find out on the WCCO Morning News Photo-Adam Bettcher/Getty Images for No Kings
JIll Schlesinger-Dow begins week up plus HOW TO PAY FOR COLLEGE in 2026. Hint. Lower your bar.
The host of JILL ON MONEY joined Vineeta to discuss the week in the markets and how to avoid going into serious debt because of college tuition bills. Find out more on the WCCO Morning News Photo-Jesse Grant/Getty Images for Alliance for Women in Media
Twins Manager Derek Shelton makes history-1st Skipper to get tossed over ABS call.
The Twins drop two out of three in Baltimore to start the season. Sunday saw Twins skipper Derek Shelton get his first ejection after a controversial call in the 9th inning. A complete breakdown from Star Tribune baseball writer Bobby Nightengale Jr. Photo-Jamie Sabau/Getty Images
Senator Mark Johnson-Legislators go back to their districts over the break, and will get feedback on what is happening in St. Paul.
Senate Minority Leader Mark Johnson joined Vineeta to look ahead to the final 6 week sprint that lies ahead for legislators once they return after the break. He talked with Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.
NCAA Basketball Tourney: Braylon Mullins becomes part of March Madness folklore
A shocking sequences somehow sends UConn to the Final Four as they stun Duke at the Buzzer in the Regional Final. Reaction to the "Shot Heard Round The World," from Henry Lake on the WCCO Morning News. Photo-Emilee Chinn/Getty Images
A TOP 10 Weather Day! Enjoy it folks!
WCCO TV Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer on another run to the 70's today. But will the weather be good the rest of the week? Find out on The WCCO Morning News.
The Sawkar Salute: Mark Cuban comes to the rescue.
The Morning Take-No Kings Rally Reaction, "The State was energized."
Crowd estimates around the 100,000 mark in St. Paul for Saturday's gathering. Some take aways from Blois Olson on The WCCO Morning News. Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images
Can the University of St. Thomas persuade Minnesota kids to stay home and play Division I women's basketball? 1,000 %!
Mandy Pearson is moving from Division II UMD to Division 1, as the new head coach for the University of St. Thomas. She joined Vineeta on the WCCO Morning News.
Traders are looking at their 5th straight losing week on Wall Street.
The war looms over the world economy and crytpo markets are tanking. Analysis on that and how Kyler Murray may fare at QB for the Vikings. Pete Najarian with it all during the Football and Finance segment on the WCCO Morning news
If you can make it through today, we have a nice stretch of weather coming up!
The latest weather update from WCCO TV Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer on The WCCO Morning News.
The Capitol Clash: Deadline Day at the Capitol and NO KINGS MARCH.
Jeff Hayden and Amy Frederiksen joined Vineeta or a look at another wild week of politics at the State Legislature. Plus, a No King Rally that will the biggest of all time. Will they both go?
Can the Gophers pull off the biggest shocker in recent NCAA Women's Basketball history tonight?
They take on UCLA in the Sweet 16. A preview of the matchup with Henry Lake and Vineeta, plus, a recap of the Twins season opening loss, and a head scratching 30 seconds for Nebraska basketball. Photo-Harry How/Getty Images
How does law enforcement prepare for a massive public event like tomorrow's "No Kings" Rally?
Former St. Paul Police Chief Todd Axtell has plenty of experience planning for events like this. A lot of people work long hours making sure the public is safe. Find out how on the WCCO Morning News. Photo- Stephen Maturen/Getty Images)
If you are near St. Paul tomorrow, beware of heavy traffic.
A big rally at the state capitol will snarl traffic near downtown St. Paul. More with Vineeta and our traffic reporter, Jerry Peterson on the WCCO Morning News.
Today is the deadline for bills at the capitol, and Sports Gambling doesn't make the cut again.
Plus a look at tomorrow's No Kings Rally in St. Paul, with Esme Murphy from WCCO TV on the WCCO Morning News.
The Sawkar Salute: A Groomer is doing good!
Why isn't Jordana Green going to see Bruce Springsteen at Target Center?
The "Jersey Girl" is a superfan of "The Boss," but she won't be seeing him next week.......interesting chat with Vineeta Sawkar on the WCCO Morning News. Photo- Hulton Archive/Getty Images
Twins Opener! Don't sleep on this team!
Despite a ton of turnover, the new look Twins are ignoring the voices and getting ready to surprise a lot of people. The Opener is today in Baltimore and the Voice Of The Twins, Kris Atteberry is there and had a preview of the season with Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News and our Twins 1st Pitch.
A court case that could rock the social media landscape.
A California jury has come to a decision in the lawsuit against Meta and YouTube, finding the companies responsible for harm to children. The jury has awarded the 20-year-old plaintiff 3-million dollars in damages in the first-of-its-kind lawsuit. Dr. Joshua Stein is a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist at Prairie Care, and he joined Vineeta to discuss the pitfalls of social media for youth in our country. Can it lead to mental issues?