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The Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar

The Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar

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Mounds View ICE Ordinance

The city of Mounds View is considering an ordinance that would ban federal immigration enforcement officer from staging in the city. Mayor Zach Lindstrom talks about the new measure.

Feb 2, 20264 min

Immigration Efforts Impacting Schools

The Columbia Heights School District cancels class today over possible threats. Fridley Schools Superintendent Dr. Brenda Lewis talks about the impact the immigration operation is having in schools and the affect its having on students and staff.

Feb 2, 20267 min

Morning Take: Fundraising Update for MN Candidates

A look at the financial situation for the campaigns of Minnesota candidates. Blois breaks down the new numbers and who has raised the most money. Liam Conejo Ramos is back in Minnesota after being released from an ICE facility in Texas. Will the government shut down?

Feb 2, 20266 min

Football and Finance: A New Federal Reserve Chair is Named and No Football this Weekend

President Trump has named Kevin Warsh as the new chair of the federal reserve and the market is reacting. Is now the time to sell silver and gold? It is the first weekend without football for the year. Pete Najarian shares his market analysis and football insight

Jan 30, 20267 min

The Sound of Gospel

An annual performance in recognition of Black History Month is happening this Sunday at the The O’Shaughnessy in St, Paul. Rev. William Pierce tells us about The Sound of Gospel.

Jan 30, 20264 min

Strib Varsity: A Look at High School Basketball

March Madness is now a month away and things are heating up in Minnesota ahead of the high school basketball tournament. Marcus Fuller from the Star Tribune gives an update.

Jan 30, 20266 min

A Winning Night for the Wolves and Wild

The Minnesota Wild got a nice win against the Calgary Flames. The Timberwolves may also be starting a winning streak. The Vikings address the success of Sam Darnold.

Jan 30, 20266 min

A Bit of a Warm up Ahead

Temperatures will finally start warming up this weekend but it brings a chance of snow with it. Chris Shaffer shares the details and what to expect.

Jan 30, 20265 min

Don Lemon Arrested, Mayor Frey Speaks on Ice Drawdown, Senate Votes on Funding Bill

Former CNN Anchor Don Lemon was arrested while covering the Grammy's in Los Angeles. Mayor Jacob Frey gives a statement on the drawdown of ICE agents in Minneapolis. The senate is working to avoid another government shutdown. Lindsey Reiser from CBS News goes deep into the headlines.

Jan 30, 20267 min

A Local Business is Giving Back

Mor Women's Boutique in St. Paul is working to give back to the community. Sara Holst is the owner and talks about her initiative and how you can help.

Jan 30, 20264 min

Breaking Down Tom Homan's Press Conference

The Trump Administration's Border Czar Tom Homan held a press conference in Minneapolis to give an update on the immigration operation in Minnesota. Esme Murphy from WCCO TV goes through the major points of his speech and what could come next. There are also new developments with Liam Conejo Ramos, the 5-year-old boy from Minnesota who is being held by ICE. Senator Klobuchar also announced her run for Governor.

Jan 30, 20267 min

St. Thomas Hockey Head Coach Rico Blasi

The University of St. Thomas hockey team is moving up in the national standings and that is thanks in part to their head coach Rico Blasi. He talks about the program and their successful season so far.

Jan 29, 20264 min

Maintaining Mental Health in Uncertain TImes

There is a growing number of people seeking help with their mental health amid uncertainty and violence being seen in Minnesota. Marcus Schmit is the Executive Director of the NAMI and talks about the resources available for those who may be struggling.

Jan 29, 20267 min

Morning Take: Sen. Klobuchar Officially Running for Governor

Senator Amy Klobuchar has officially announced that she will be running for governor of Minnesota. Blois talks about her campaign launch and the impact it would have in the senate and in the state if she should win. Border Czar Tom Homan is set to give an update on the federal immigration operation in Minnesota. CNN holds a townhall in Minneapolis.

Jan 29, 20266 min

Chicago Comes to Minneapolis

Chicago the Musical is having a run at the Orpheum theater. Ellie Roddy and Claire Marshall star in the performance and talk about the play and the work that goes into making it a reality.

Jan 28, 20267 min

Midweek Motivation: Minnesota's Championship Pool Player

April Larson is a Minnesota native making a name for herself in the world of billiards. She tells her story and how she found success in her career.

Jan 28, 20267 min

Columbia Heights Superintendent Gives an Update on Student Being Held by ICE

5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos is still being held in a facility in Texas after being brought there by federal immigration officials. He is a student in the Columbia Heights School District and their superintendent, Zena Stenvik gives an update on Liam and how her students and community are responding.

Jan 28, 20267 min

When Will it Warm Up?

It is yet another cold day in Minnesota but Chris says there is a bit of a warm up on the way.

Jan 28, 20263 min

Senator Amy Klobuchar on ICE Operations and her Potential Run for Governor

Senator Amy Klobuchar talks about the new developments surrounding the federal immigration operation in Minnesota and the changes she wants to see in the state. We also ask about her about her potential run for governor and when she will make an announcement.

Jan 28, 202611 min

Questions Surrounding Immigration Law

With the ongoing immigration operations in Minnesota, many legal arguments are being made over apprehension and detention of people. Professor Virgil Wiebe from the University of St. Thomas Immigrant Law Center talks about what he is seeing since the surge began and the issues he is seeing.

Jan 28, 20267 min

Morning Take: Rep. Ilhan Omar Attacked

Representative Ilhan Omar was sprayed with an unknown substance last night when holding a town hall in Minneapolis. Blois talks about the security procedures in place for political leaders as well as the national media coverage that continues to surround Minnesota.

Jan 28, 20267 min

Lee Stecklein from the Minnesota Frost

The Minnesota Frost are fighting for first place in the PWHL but many of the players will put their season on pause as they head to the Winter Olympics. Lee Stecklein talks about her time with the team and what she’s looking forward to as she soon heads to Milan, Italy.

Jan 27, 20264 min

Minnesota CEOs Release Ask for De-escalation

In the wake of the federal immigration operation in Minnesota, CEOs of companies across the state have released a statement asking a de-escalation of the tensions from the Trump administration and local political leaders. John Rash, former ad executive and current Star Tribune editorial department member talks about the impact this statement aims to have and if it will change anything.

Jan 27, 20267 min

Maintaining Minnesota's Image

Minnesota is once again in the spotlight and getting media coverage from around the world following the federal immigration operation in the state and the fallout that is coming from it. President and CEO of Goff Public talks about how the state is maintaining its image and status.

Jan 27, 20268 min

The Wolves Snap Their Streak

After one of their longest losing streaks in some time, The Minnesota Timberwolves finally win a game. Henry talks about the highlights and what comes next for the team.

Jan 27, 20266 min

Wind Bites

Although we are getting a bit warmer in Minnesota, the wind is blowing hard and bringing a big chill to the state.

Jan 27, 20264 min

Sawkar Salute: Free First Aid Kits

A group of volunteers are working together to provide supplies to community members who are being impacted by the ongoing federal immigration operation in Minnesota. Vox Payne is one of the organizers who is providing specialized first aid kits and other items to people in need.

Jan 27, 20266 min

Morning Take: A Shifting Tone in Immigration Operations

Blois breaks down the changing tone in the immigration enforcement operation in Minnesota. What could come next as the Trump Administration shifts its strategy after bipartisan backlash following another death in the state.

Jan 27, 20268 min

"Drop the egos right now folks!" Calm GOP voice says we have to end this political back and forth

State Senator Julia Coleman joined Vineeta to discuss her call to action by leaders on all sides of this issue.

Jan 26, 20267 min

No action this week from The Federal Reserve.

The Open Market Committee meets again this week. Some thoughts from CBS Business Analyst and host of Jill on Money, Jill Schlesinger

Jan 26, 20265 min

Sam Darnold is going to the Super Bowl!

Jan 26, 20268 min

Was the Alex Pretti shooting justified? No and here is why.

Jan 26, 20265 min

Timberwolves look distracted as they drop their 5th straight game on Sunday against Golden State.

Jan 26, 20265 min

State Rep Aisha Gomez- "There are gangs of masked kidnappers basically roaming our streets."

Jan 26, 20268 min

Is the worst of the cold over in CCO Land?

Jan 26, 20264 min

The Morning Take: Minneapolis aftershocks continued throughout the weekend.

Jan 26, 20267 min

The Stock Market Takes a Dip, Economic Blackout, and The College Football Champions

Jan 23, 20267 min

Skate it Forward

Jan 23, 20266 min

Saintly City Cat Show

Jan 23, 20265 min

Strib Varsity: Hibbing High School Hockey

Jan 23, 20266 min

Wolves Are on a Losing Streak but Wild Get a Nice Win

Jan 23, 20266 min

The Dangerous Cold Has Come

Jan 23, 20265 min

ICE Protests In Minnesota

Jan 23, 20267 min

Protesting ICE in the Cold, Fallout From Child Taken by ICE, and JD Vance Visits Minnesota

Jan 23, 20267 min

Cold Weather Comes for Hockey Day Minnesota

Jan 22, 20264 min

An Extra Cold Start to the Winter Carnival

Jan 22, 20266 min

Oscar Nominations Announced

Jan 22, 20266 min

Brian Flores Signs a New Contract With The Vikings

Jan 22, 20266 min

Taking the Plunge into the Cold

Jan 22, 20265 min

The Minneapolis Boat Show Begins

Jan 22, 20264 min