The Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar

As daylight saving time begins the age old debate over the pros and cons continue. Roxanne Prichard is a sleep expert from the University of St. Thomas and shares her thoughts on the topic.

Henry shares his thoughts on the state high school hockey tournament and the Wild's hope for a long run in the post season.

Just as we adjusted our clocks and felt some spring like temperatures, there is potential for a snowstorm on the way to Minnesota. Chris has what we need to know

Iran installs a new leader as the war escalates in the Middle East. Dr. Renee Buhr from the University of St. Thomas is a foreign policy expert and breaks down the latest developments.

The Hibbing hockey community really came together as they made their way to the final round of the state hockey tournament. Mary Ann Perpich is a Hibbing alumni and Ryan's mother and speaks about how hockey is more than just a sport in the city.

Congress is still working to figure out a way fund the government and political leaders are figuring out fundraising for the upcoming election.

Pete Najarian breaks down the latest jobs report and the impact its having on the stock market.

The 2026 Boys State Hockey Tournament semifinals are getting underway and there is a lot to catch up on. Jim Paulson from the Star Tribune has all the updates.

Now that we have a picture of Minnesota's budget, we wonder how it can be used in the legislature. Breaking down the fraud hearing between Gov. Walz and AG Ellison. Former State Senators Amy Fredrickson and Jeff Hayden share some insight.

We are starting off with a wet morning in Minnesota and there is also a chance of thunderstorms in some parts of the state. Chris has what we can expect.

Attacks are escalating in the Middle East with the United States working to find a way to bring it to an end. Lindsey Reiser from CBS news shares the latest developments and the impact that it is having on Americans.

The immigration operation in Minnesota played a big role in the ousting of Kristi Noem from the Department of Homeland Security. We are covering the fallout from her hearing as well as the impact of Governor Walz and Attorney General Ellison getting grilled about fraud.

Legendary college football coach Lou Holtz died at the age of 89. Pete Najarian played for him while he coach at the U of M and talks about his life and legacy.

The state hockey tournament is underway and it captivates Minnesotans from every city and town. Chris Long from KSTP and 45TV covers the tourney and its impact on players and communities.

Houston, Minnesota is known for its owls and this weekend is the International Festival of Owls. Executive director, Karla Bloem talks about the event and why it is so important.

The University of Minnesota announced the launch of its AI Hub, Its a new initiative to advance artificial intelligence innovation, education and workforce development across Minnesota. Dr. Galin Jones is the inaugural vice provost for AI and talks about what this development means and where AI is going.

Rusty is planning on seeing some new movies out this weekend including Hoppers and The Bride. He tells us what movie fans can expect if they head to the theater.

There is growing speculation that Kyler Murray will be signed as quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings and it could have a big impact on the team. The Gopher basketball team gets blown out. Remembering Lou Holtz. The state hockey tournament is heating up.

As the state hockey tournament is underway, fans will get some warmer weather as they head down to St. Paul.

An online sports betting bill was introduced in the Minnesota Senate that has bipartisan support in the legislature. Geoff Zochodne, is a Senior News Analyst at Covers.com. He explains: what's in the bill and the roadblocks it could still see.

Governor Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison are questioned by congress about fraud in Minnesota. Did it accomplish anything or did we learn anything new? A new affordability bill is introduce in the state legislature.

Water for Elephants is the latest production to come to the stage at The Orpheum Theater in Minneapolis. Sam Kellar-Long and Robert Tully are two actors in the play and talk about what visitors will see.

KLN Family Brands is announcing it has distributed $7.7 million in profit sharing to eligible employees in 2025. President Chase Rasmussen talks about the initiative and the impact it has on their employees and the community they work in.

The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts is announcing its new season and it includes several new and classic productions. President and CEO of The Ordway, Chris Harrington talks about what visitors can expect.

There is a new all time leading goal scorer with the Minnesota Wild. The Wolves should not be playing so poorly. And there could be a big shakeup coming to the Vikings. Henry has more.

It is one of the foggiest mornings we have seen in some time but it makes way for a warm week. Chris has the details.

We are learning more information about the servicemembers killed in Iran as there are new developments surrounding the war. Dr. Renee Buhr is a political science professor and international studies expert at the University of St. Thomas and breaks down what Americans can expect in the coming weeks.

A Minnesota Native was among the first Americans killed in the war in Iran. Governor Walz and Attorney General Ellison testify about fraud. We pick some favorites for the state hockey tournament.

The Supreme Court made a momentous decision about transgender care in California, plus here's how pets can improve your quality of life and why so many of us are headed out on spring break.

The Hibbing/Chisholm’s boys hockey team is making another run at the state tournament after a decades long drought Hibbing High School Hockey Coach Aaron Jamnick talks about the work that has gone into reaching this point and why its more than just a hockey game for the community.

Online gambling has become more accessible than ever. And it’s become a problem for thousands of children in Minnesota. Susan Sheridan Tucker is the executive director the Minnesota Alliance on Problem Gambling and talks about the trends she is seeing and what is being done about it.

A new movie from Pixar is set to be released this week and there is a Minnesota connection. Emily Fairfax is a beaver expert at the University of Minnesota Duluth and she helped on the movie Hoppers. She talks about her role in the film.

There is a new proposal for renovations at Grand Casino Arena. Henry weighs in on this debate that is just getting started as well as the Wolves and Wild game set for tonight.

Lou Raguse is a journalist at KARE 11 but did y he’s also an author. His books are about real-life crimes that he’s covered and he talks about his latest work titled Mastermind.

Life Time is looking to lift up the community by creating a fundraiser to benefit Gillette Children’s. Sarah Emola is the Senior Director of Life Time Foundation and talks about the initiative happening this Saturday.

House Speaker Lisa Demuth is the latest lawmaker to receive threats. Kendall Qualls is announcing his running mate in the Minnesota Governor's race. Gas prices are going way up in Minnesota as the war in Iran continues, will that have a political impact?

Oil and gas prices are already rising in the days following the U.S. going to war with Iran. The stock market will be looking more volatile as this conflict goes on. Jill Schlesinger breaks down what consumers can expect.

The Rosemount Irish defeated the St. Thomas Academy Cadets and will head to the state high school hockey tournament for the first time in over 30 years. Head Coach Ricky Saintey talks about their road to get to this point and how they hope to secure the championship.

Chief Meteorologist Belinda Jensen from KARE 11 has announced she will be retiring after decades in television. She is talking about how she is giving back to the community after a long career.

There is a special event happening this week at the Minnesota Zoo that gets students involved in zoo-based engineering challenges. Kristi Berg is the STEM Specialist at the zoo and talks about how you can see their projects and the goals behind the initiative.

There was a a lot of sports happening in Minnesota over the weekend and Henry Lake covers it all. The Wild lose, Wolves and Gophers win and the Twins need to figure it out.

The first week of March brings some very mild weather to the Twin Cities. Chris has a look at the temperature change.

There is a bipartisan bill in the state legislature that would implement a statewide ban on student cellphone and smartwatch use in schools. Dr. Joshua Stein from PrairieCare talks about the pros and cons of this measure.

There are many unknowns and uncertainties surrounding the new war in Iran. Tom Hanson is a former diplomat, chair of the Minnesota Committee on Foreign Relations and explains the latest on the situation and where Americans will be feeling the most impact.

Can Do Canines recently helped a victim of a crime receive a new service dog to help be more independent after being injured in the incident. Jeff Johnson is the Executive director of the nonprofit and talks about how they work to make a difference in the community.

Blois considers the local impacts of the attack on Iran both politically and economically. The state budget forecast also shows some slight improvements for Minnesota's budget.

Dustin Morse is the Senior Vice President, Communications & Public Affairs with the Minnesota Twins. He gives an inside look at the team and how he handles both positive and negative press.

The brackets for the Minnesota Boys State Hockey Tournament will be decided soon and there is sure to be some good match ups when it gets started. Olivia Hicks from the Star Tribune highlights the teams to watch this year.

As we await the Minnesota's budget outlook, there are many political implications that could come with it when the numbers come out. Former state senators Amy Fredrickson and Jeff Hayden talk about what they can expect in the legislature.

The Minnesota TImberwolves sneak a win in against the Clippers. The Minnesota Wild are back on the ice after the Olympics and make a statement against the Avalanche. Henry breaks down the games.