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Vineeta Sawkar brings you the day's most important and impactful news stories, talks with the news-makers and influencers we need to hear from, and brightens your day with fun anecdotes and stories along the way. Add in the latest weather, traffic, and sports…it’s the best way to start the day!

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Check latest episodes from The Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar podcast

Why isn't Ilhan Omar getting more pushback on the company she is keeping?

2026/10/22

Strong reaction to an upcoming rally, and a guest who will be there. Find out more with Vineeta and Jordana Green on the WCCO Morning News

Who is Twins Manager Derek Shelton picking to win the World Series?

2026/10/22

He says the two best teams in baseball are meeting for the title and he loves it. Plus, what is happening with him this off season, and how is the team going about business with the possibility of a work stoppage looming? Find out with Derek Shelton and Vineeta on the WCCO Morning News.

Could a 14 year old from Alexandria be the next winner of "The Voice?"

2026/10/22

Brooklyn Marie is who she is, and she will be on Monday's show with her coach Kelly Clarkson on the hit NBC Show. She will also be singing the National Anthem at the Vikings Game on Sunday. Brooklyn talked with Vineeta on the WCCO Morning News about her blossoming career. Photo-Courtesy of NBC and The Voice

BONUS: Government websites go dark as critical security flaw revealed + no more carriage horses? And how not to get fired for your Halloween costume

2026/10/22

Carriages horses in Central Park could become a thing of the past. We learn more about that, plus a security vulnerability that affects 70% of websites around the world, including those run by the U.S. government, and we end with a dive into Halloween. Don't let your costume get you fired.

Gas is 10 bucks a gallon in parts of California. The economic slide is hitting everyone.

2026/10/22

A level set on where we are with prices and what lies ahead from University of St. Thomas Economics Professor Tyler Schipper on the WCCO Morning News.

Rusty's Review: This is why you NEED TO SIT IN A THEATER for 4 HOURS!

2026/10/22

Two big hits in the theaters and both are documentaries...."Musk" is worth every second of the four hour run time says Rusty Gatenby. His reviews of that release and the one that everyone is talking about, "You Can See Everything," on "Rusty's Review!"

Timberwolves run the Heat off the court in the Season Opener!

2026/10/22

Reaction from Henry Lake to the 25 point blowout win. 45 points for Anthony Edwards! Catch the Wolves and Magic tomorrow night at 6pm on WCCO Radio Photo-Carmen Mandato/Getty Images

Chris Shaffer on Weather: Will it be raining at the Gopher/Iowa football game on Saturday afternoon?

2026/10/22

The latest weather info from WCCO TV Meteorologist Chris Shaffer on the WCCO Morning News!

Mendota Heights is talking and it's all about THIS TOPIC!

2026/10/22

A really good description of the battle over a proposed new police station in the City. Guests included-Mendota Heights Mayor Stephanie Levine, who would like to build new police station/city center but at a significant cost to local taxpayers. Also joining the chat were -John Maczko-City Council Member who is running for Mendota Heighs Mayor- and also, Neil Garlock-Former Mendota Heights Mayor and Police Officer. They had differing opinions than Mayor Levine. Enjoy!

The Sawkar Salute: Hero worker saves school kids from speeding bus!

2026/10/22

Amazing Story!

The Morning Take: Debate Reaction, Part II-Who did the better job of "Yoga Breathing" last night?

2026/10/22

Another debate between the front runners for Governor. The forum was televised and we get reaction from Blois Olson and Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.

BONUS: Amazon is hiring 300K and 1 in 5 bedside nurses quit last year: what's going on with our job market?

2026/10/21

Good news, and bad news about jobs, plus who should protect us from tech scams?

High School Sports Spotlight: End of an era in Becker!

2026/10/21

Era isn't the right word, it's an entire school's football history! Dwight Lundeen has been the only football coach in the 57 year history of Becker High School. Tonight marks his final regular season game, as he is at Detroit Lakes. The legend talked with Vineeta on Wednesday on the WCCO Morning News.

ANNIE! The timeless tale still charms at the Chanhassen Dinner Theater!

2026/10/21

Meet the sweetest actress this side of Broadway! Eve is her name, and she and her dog steal the show at the Chanhassen Dinner Theater's Production of "ANNIE!" Get your tickets at www.chanhassendt.com Photo- Andrew H. Walker/Getty Image

Midweek Motivation: Ben Utecht uses sports as metaphors for business and building culture.

2026/10/21

The former Gopher and Super Bowl Champ talked with Vineeta about his life after football. From recovering from multiple concussions, to becoming an author and corporate speaker, to being a regular old sports dad. Lots of pearls of wisdom to take away from this fascinating conversation on the WCCO Morning News. www.benutechtspeaks.com for more info