The Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar
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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?
Rusty's Review: Some people despise her politics, but Jane Fonda's movie career has been stellar.
Jane Fonda will be in town for a big rally on Saturday. That may turn off a lot of people, but you have to admire her acting career points out Rusty Gatenby. Listen to his take on the two time Oscar winner on Rusty's Review. Part of the WCCO Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar.
The Timberwolves roller coaster ride ends in a big win on Wednesday night!
They set an NBA record by coming back from down 13 in overtime to beat the Rockets. Reaction to the game, and a look at the Twins season with Henry Lake on The WCCO Morning News. Photo - David Berding/Getty Images
Hope you enjoyed Wednesday, because Thursday and Friday aren't great weather wise in CCO Land.
The latest from WCCO TV's Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer on The WCCO Morning News.
Extending Eviction Notice period in St. Paul does not mean that landlords have to swallow a loss, but............
Wednesday, The St. Paul City Council temporarily extending the pre-eviction filing notice period to 60 days from mid-May through December 31, 2026. Why, and what does that mean for landlords and property owners? City Council President Rebecca Noecker joined Vineeta to discuss on Thursday morning on The WCCO Morning News.
The Sawkar Salute: Looking ahead to America's 250th Birthday
DENIED: Rep. Kelly Morrison visits immigrant facility in Texas but couldn't get in. At least right away.
Camp East Montana immigration detention facility in El Paso, Texas is the largest detention facility in the nation, holding 3,000 people a day on average in a makeshift tent encampment. Many are from Minnesota. Rep. Morrison woke up early to talk with Vineeta about her visit, all on the WCCO Morning News.
The Morning Take: Take your kids to the state capitol!
Kids at the Capitol is okay for legislators.....why is this a topic? Analysis from Blois Olson and Vineeta Sawkar on The WCCO Morning News.
BONUS: Nostalgia reigns in the US as iPods make a comeback and road trips become all the rage
Times are tough so who else is ready to go back to the 90s?
How does the 80's rock band Duran Duran help tell the story of 8 courageous women in Minnesota in the late 70's and early 80's??
A new show is playing at the History Theatre called "Hungry Like A Wolf," and it has a Minnesota story woven in between lyrics from Simon LeBon. Find out more from playwright and actress, Sandra Struthers. Photo- Keystone/Getty Images
The Twins look ahead to opening the regular season tomorrow in Baltimore!
They hit six home runs in their final game of spring training. Can that carry over into the regular season? General Manager Jeremy Zoll discussed the mood of the team including star center fielder Byron Buxton, when he talked with Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News, Live from Baltimore!
Should there be an "Eviction Pause" in Minneapolis?
A pair views on this topic on the WCCO Morning News. People Serving People CEO Hoang Murphy, and Minneapolis Ward 12 Council Member Aurin Chowdury, joined Vineeta for some takes on this topic that will be voted on once again on Thursday at the Minneapolis City Council.
The Wild collapse in the final few minutes in Tampa Bay and the Wolves get some more national TV coverage tonight.
An unlucky bounce sent the Wild to a tough loss on Tuesday, the Twins won, The Wolves host Houston tonight, and guess what might be coming to Minnesota? THE NFL DRAFT! Reaction to all that from Henry Lake on The WCCO Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar.
Midweek Motivation: The "Yeah, No" concert.
Minnesotan's sure know how to use "Yeah, No" in the same sentence. That was just part of the thought process for putting on a concert that will help the community heal through music. Find out more in the Sawkar Salute
A severe white alert is out from Chris Shaffer! Look out for his legs today!
Could be the first time in shorts for many today in CCO Land as temps rise to near 70 degrees. But the fun won't last. The Chief Meteorologist for WCCO TV Talked with Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News
Surveillance Pricing at grocery stores are affecting some states, could Minnesota be next?
Former legislator Patrick Garafalo joined Vineeta to discuss his new role as head of the Minnesota Grocers Association. Are brick and mortar stores going to be seeing electronic pricing in the near future. Probably not. A pretty interesting conversation with Vineeta on Patrick Garafalo on The WCCO Morning News.
The Sawkar Salute: Pillager welcomes all
Is the NFL Draft coming to Minneapolis in 2028?
Another big swing from Wendy Williams Blackshaw and her team at Minnesota Sports and Events. They are submitting a bid to bring the spectacle that has become the NFL Draft, to Minneapolis in 2028. What is the planning process like? Wendy talked with Vineeta Sawkar on The WCCO Morning News
The Morning Take: Cranky is the word of the day at the State Capitol
A Friday deadline has people on edge as they try to push their legislation through the state house. Analysis from Blois Olson about what is, and what isn't getting done. He talked with Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.
DATA CENTERS: Good for your town or not?
More and more of these sprawling centers are popping up across the country. They create jobs, but is there an environmental component that can't be ignored? Two sides of this issue on the WCCO Morning News. Brad Tietz-Director-State Policy-Data Center Coalition and Carly Griffith-Water Director for MN Center for Environmental Advocacy both joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.
Labor Leader gets canceled after New York Time investigation.
Cesar Chavez was hailed a hero, but his legacy is now in doubt after revelations of sexual abuse. Cities and states around the country are taking in action including in St. Paul and Minnesota. Find out more from State Rep. Maria Isa Perez Vega, joined Vineeta with more on her work to remove the one time icon's name from public places. Photo-Tim Graham/Evening Standard/Getty Images
Among the best college women's hockey coaches in the country, and after 19 years, he was fired.
Brad Frost is still coming to terms with being dismissed by the U of M last week. He joined Vineeta to look back his run with the Gophers and having an assistant coach replace him, leading the Gophers.
Henry Lake remembers his close friend, hockey writer, Jessi Pierce
Pierce was a frequent guest on Henry Lake's talk show on WCCO Talking Hockey and other things. She died over the weekend in a housefire along with three children and a dog. The hockey world, the sports world, still in shock locally, including our Henry Lake who joined Vineeta on the WCCO Morning News.
White Bear Lake mourns and uses the power of music to bring peace.
Monday night, performer and producer Jennifer Grimm put together a night of healing through music for White Bear Lake and surrounding communities. The friendly little city is reeling after back to back tragedies, the death of soldier in the Middle East, and a well known hockey writer and her family were killed in a house fire. How was the event? Grimm joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.
BONUS: 'Everything is so bad:' ICE agents deployed to airports as TSA workers quit in droves and questions swirl about deadly plane crash in NY
Here's the latest on the plane crash at LaGuardia Airport that killed two pilots, and chaos at airports across the US as TSA workers struggle without paychecks amid a partial government shutdown.
Wednesday could be a great day for a walk in CCO Land!
Could be up to 65 degrees on Wednesday in CCO Land. More on the warmth from WCCO TV Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer on The WCCO Morning News.
The Morning Take: "This wasn't the first time, and it won't be the last."
A well known activist is in trouble and states around the country are reacting including Minnesota. This is nothing new according to Blois Olson, who joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.