
The Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar
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Some Observations with Bailey Ober
Twins pitcher Bailey Ober joins Vineeta to talk about how his teammates are working together to make a impact on the mound this season.

Rep. Angie Craig on The State of the Union
Representative Angie Craig is getting ready to attend the State of the Union address tonight and gives her thoughts on what she expects tonight. She also provides an update on the federal immigration operation in Minnesota and the changes being seen since the start of the year.

A Conversation with Kody Clemens
Vineeta has a conversation with Twins player Kody Clemens. They talk about his experience at spring training so far and how his baseball career has brought him some memorable moments.

Morning Take: The State of the Union
We think of one word to describe what the State of the Union address means to us. Blois shares his thoughts on the speech and what he is expecting tonight. Sen. Tina Smith is boycotting the event tonight.

Uncertainty on Wall Street Over Tariffs
The Supreme Court rules on president Trump’s tariffs are illegal and the uncertainty is having a big impact on the market. CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger talks about the impact its having on Americans.

Bullpen Coach LaTroy Hawkins
LaTroy Hawkins started his MLB career with the Twins and talks about how he is happy to be back as the bullpen coach. He talks about the work he has ahead of him to get the pitchers ready for the regular season.

Pitcher Taylor Rogers
Minnesota Twins Pitcher Taylor Rogers talks about his veteran status in the MLB and how he hopes to make an impact with the club this year.

The Gold Medal Olympic Hockey Team
Team USA beat Canada for the gold medal in the Winter Olympics and we are feeling many emotions after the amazing win. Henry breaks down the game.

Cool Today, Warmer Tomorrow
The temperatures dropped over the weekend but it is set to warm up starting tomorrow. Chris Shaffer has what we need to know.

The Status of Immigration Cases
After federal officials announced that there will be a drawdown of agents in Minnesota we get an update on immigration court cases in the state. Professor Virgil Wiebe from the University of St. Thomas shares some insight on the changes he is noticing so far this year.

Morning Take: State of the Union Preview
The State of the Union will be held tomorrow and Senator Tina Smith already says she will not attend. Mayor Jacob Frey will play a role in the democrat response to President Trump. Blois has what to watch for.

Minnesota Twins Manager Derek Shelton
Vineeta is live from Fort Myers Florida for Twins Spring Training. We have a one on one conversation with Twins Manager Derek Shelton.

A New Inflation Report and Possible New Home for the Chicago Bears
Pete Narjarian explains the impact of a new inflation report released today and what it could mean for the market in the long term. Are the Chicago Bears going to move to Indiana?

Tourney Time in Minnesota
The Girls State Hockey tournament is happening in St. Paul and champion will be decided tomorrow Cassidy Hettesheimer from the Star Tribune recaps the games that have already been played and the match ups to look forward to.

Capitol Clash: First Week of the Legislative Session
The legislative session got underway in Minnesota and there was a lot of rhetoric but not a lot of action yet. Former state senators Amy Frederiksen and Jeff Hayden break down what happened in St. Paul this week.

Diane's Place Gets More National Attention
Acclaimed Minneapolis restaurant Diane's Place was just recognized by Good Morning America and shown on a national stage. Owner Diane Moua talks about her business and the work that goes into making it a reality.

A New Gold Medal Hockey Team
The United States Women's Hockey team is coming home with a gold medal after beating Canada. The Minnesota Timberwolves are also back after a long break.

Fish Fry Weather
Now that the snow has stopped we are in for some cloudy and cool temperatures which could be perfect for a fish fry. Chris has what we can expect.

A Vision for Downtown Minneapolis
The Minneapolis Downtown Council held their annual meeting yesterday to share their outlook of the city. Adam Duinick is the president of the council and talks about his vision and plans for the future.

Sawkar Salute: Showing Support for Our Communities
Nemer Fieger is a local public relation firm and they recently went out of their way to support local immigrant run restaurants. J Marie Fieger talks about their small effort and their encouragement to others to make a difference.

Recapping the First Week of the Session
The first week of the Minnesota legislative session is in the books and lawmakers bring their issues to the table. Vance Boelter makes an appearance in court and there are new questions surrounding the case since the last time he was in a courtroom. Esme Murphy from WCCO TV has more.

Feeling Like Visiting Florida
As Minnesota finds itself under a blanket of snow, we are thinking of visiting warmer places like Florida. Miriam Dotson from Visit Fort Myers talks about how they are recovering from weather of their own and what to expect in the city.

Robert Duvall and Rusty Gatenby
Rusty saw a new Elvis movie and is a big fan. He also caught Les Miserables at the Orpheum and gives his review and in honor of the life of Robert Duvall, Rusty tells the story when he got to meet the legendary actor.

Olympic Hockey Takes Center Ice and The Gopher Women's Basketball Team is on a Roll
Team USA is moving its way up the hockey bracket with the Women playing Canada for the gold medal today and the men beating Sweden in overtime. The Gopher women's basketball team beat Ohio State and is making history. Henry Lake has the details.

The Metro Sees A lot of Snow
It was one of the biggest snowstorms of the season and its causing some big issues in the Twin Cities. Chris has how much snow fell and when things start to improve.

A Winter Storm Hits Minnesota
A winter storm hits Minnesota and the Northern part of the state got the brunt of it. Nathan Lynum from the National Weather Service in Duluth shares snow totals and why this was such a big weather event.

Morning Take: The State of Downtown Minneapolis
The annual Minneapolis Downtown Council meeting is happening today where leaders address the issues the area is facing and ways to improve it. Political leaders in Minnesota are also taking action on improving the business climate in the city. Blois has the updates.

Les Miserables is Back in Minneapolis
Les Miserables is making its return to the Orpheum Theater and demand is greater than ever. Dale Stark from Hennepin Theater Trust talks about the production and what makes it so special.

Holy Family Heads to State
The Holy Family girls hockey team beat Minnetonka in double overtime to reach the State Hockey Tournament. Head Coach of Holy Family Randy Koeppl talks about their journey to get to the tourney and the work they have ahead of them to be champions.

South Minneapolis Community Comes Together for Local Restaurant
Gus Parpas is the owner of the Greek restaurant Christo’s. It is located just blocks away from where Alex Pretti was shot and killed in Minneapolis. He talks about how the community is coming together after the shooting and how he is hopeful for the future.

BONUS: 'The world is watching:' Mark Zuckerberg's testimony in social media addiction case could shape our digital future
Get the latest on why Mark Zuckerberg is testifying today. Plus, is it time to take a digital detox? And places you're being watched that may surprise you.

Twins Spring Training Update
Jason Derusha is in Fort Myers, Florida to cover the Minnesota Twins as they start spring training. He shares what he has been observing so far.

Pablo Lopez May be Out for the Season
As the Minnesota Twins start spring training their top pitcher may be out for the season. Henry breaks down the impact losing Pablo Lopez will have on the team.

Some Serious Snow Up North
As we deal with rain and sleet in the Twin Cities, Northern Minnesota is seeing a dangerous snow storm and blizzard conditions. Chris Shaffer tells us the impact its having up north and what the weather looks like in the coming days.

Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth
The Minnesota Legislative Session began yesterday and lawmakers are getting to work on several issues. House Speaker Lisa Demuth talks about what was discussed on the first day and where her party will place their focus this year. She also gives an update on her campaign for Minnesota Governor.

Morning Take: The Legislative Priorities Dinner and More Pushback Over new Program
Blois and Vineeta were both at the Legislative Priorities Dinner where Republicans and DFL lawmakers work to find some common ground. There is some growing pushback over the paid family and medical leave program in Minnesota.

BONUS: Where does Donald Trump rank among the presidents of history? Plus, how Jesse Jackson changed politics forever, and why CBS pulled an interview
President's Day is this week, which brings up lots of questions about the presidents throughout history and how they've changed the office. Plus, Jesse Jackson tried to make it to the Oval Office, and rebuilt how Republicans and Democrats built their party along the way, and Stephen Colbert went public with news about CBS pulling one of his interviews.

Immigration Operation Impact on Farms
As the federal immigration operation comes to an end in Minnesota, the lasting impact remains on farms across the state. Minnesota Farmers Union President Gary Wertish talks about how the workforce has been affected.

Lawmakers Head Back to St. Paul
Minnesota lawmakers are returning to the stat capitol as the legislative session begins. Rep. Zack Stephenson talks about what their priorities are and how they will be honoring Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark.

There is Already Trouble with The Twins
Minnesota Twins Pitcher Pablo Lopez is hurt as spring training just gets underway. Henry Lake says this could spell some big trouble with the team as their new manager tries out a new catchphrase.

Rain, Sleet, and Snow
The weather is set to change drastically over the next coming days with a winter storm up north and chances of rain and sleet in the metro. Chris has what we need to know.

Sawkar Salute: Rare DNA Foundation
Claire Stern discovered she has a rare genetic heart mutation that nearly claimed her life. She tells her story and how she took action to found the Rare DNA Foundation. The nonprofit aims to help those suffering from similar medical conditions.

Morning Take: The Legislative Session Starts Today
Remembering Rev. Jesse Jackson. The Minnesota Legislative Session starts today and lawmakers lay out their priorities while remembering their colleague Melissa Hortman.

Making the Most of Your Money
Staying strong with your investments as the stock market continues to be volatile. Why precious metals seem to hold their value. AI having impacts on Wall Street. Bruce Helmer is the President and co-founder of Wealth Enhancement Group and has some tips for your finances.

Brainerd Dance Team Takes State
The Brainerd High School Dance Team continues to dominate in the state championship, and for the first time in program history, the Warriors are jazz champions. Cindy Clough is the head coach and talks about their big win and how they found success this season.

The Olympics are Captivating
As the Olympics roll on we are finding ourselves more captivated by the athletes and their storylines in the competition. Chris Hrapsky from KARE talks about the big moments over the weekend and what we can look forward to this week.

Dave Chappelle Has Some Shows in Minnesota
Dave Chappelle is doing several shows in Minnesota and gave short notice to secure some tickets. Neal Justin from the Star Tribune talks about his comedic style and the demand to see him perform.

Ant is the MVP, Gopher Women's Basketball Keeps Rolling, and Olympic Drama
Anthony Edwards earns the NBA All-Star Award. The University of Minnesota Women's Basketball Team gets another win. There is drama in the Olympics as competition heats up. Henry has the latest.

A Record Breaking Weekend
We hit a new high temperature over the weekend for Valentine's Day and the warm weather continues for awhile but there is some snow and a cooldown to watch for. Chris shares the details.

How President Trump Has Changed the Presidency
On this President's Day, we examine how President Donald Trump has changed the office and the impact it will have in the future. Professor Larry Jacobs from the University of Minnesota explains what sets him apart from past presidents.