The Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar

WCCO TV Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer joined Vineeta with the latest info on a great looking weekend in CCO Land!

Alex Hein is the head boy’s basketball coach at Jackson county central. Last April, his 19 month old son Madden lost his life in a tragic accident. Madden was able to go into organ donation and his vital organs saved 3 lives. Alex coached this season and his team honored Madden by wearing a Madden shield on their warmup shirts. In a few weeks, Alex and his wife, Kathryn, will be awarding two local students scholarships in memory of their son.

Apply online before the 20th!

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Cindy Ojczyk from Lino Lakes brought her dog Dhiloh in for a visit to discuss the importance of thinking twice of adopting a pet and all the questions you should ask you and your family first.

University of Minnesota Energy Law Professor, James Coleman commented on the latest push for the industry by President Trump, plus, why are gas prices rising as the price of oil drops? Find out on The WCCO Morning News.

WCCO Political Analyst Blois Olson joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News..

Isiah and Andy from the cast, talked with Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News about the show that opens on Wednesday at the State Theater in Minneapolis.

The former Twins pitcher chimes in on what precipitated Twins Manager Rocco Baldelli getting tossed from Monday's game. All on The WCCO Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar.

Penned by one of Minnesota's most favorite sons, "The Great Gatsby" turns 100 on Thursday. A big celebration is planned a the Minnesota History Center. Find out more on The WCCO Morning news.

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The report was discussed in a meeting on Monday at the Capitol State Senator Mark Koran was there and he joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News

How prevelant is "Fake News" in the financial industry? Monday's events brought it to light. And IU Professor Betty Liu has done some investigation on the topic. She joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News