Broadcast Journalist/Afternoon Drive Anchor-WCCO Radio
Laura Oakes is a broadcast journalist and afternoon drive anchor for WCCO Radio in St. Paul, Minnesota. With a focus on local news, Laura covers a wide range of topics including crime, politics, sports, and community events. Her work has also been featured on CBS Radio and Chris Country.
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Laura's coverage focuses on local government and politics, crime, sports, and events in Minnesota. She often covers breaking news and evolving stories related to government announcements. For effective outreach, provide insights or expert commentary on ongoing political issues in Minnesota, developments in local crime incidents or their impact on the community, as well as updates on major sporting events happening within the state.
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By: Laura Oakes
Thursday’s update from the U.S. Drought Monitor shows most of Minnesota is in moderate to severe drought again. And National Weather Service Hydrologist Mike Welvaert says it remains to be seen what this winter’s expected La Nina pattern will bring.
By: Laura Oakes
It’s not enough to be one of the world’s biggest pop stars. And selling out the Xcel Energy Center over two nights. You might as well foster a dog while you’re at it. That’s what pop megastar P!nk did before Thursday’s show in St. Paul.
By: Laura Oakes
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz with some high profile media appearances today on behalf of the Harris-Walz campaign. Walz was on ABC’s “The View” and the “Smartless” Podcast Monday. Walz will also be on the Daily Show with Jon Stewart Monday night.
By: Laura Oakes
WCCO’s Laura Oakes goes Behind the Ballot and takes a look at the trickle-down effect in state government should Minnesota Governor Tim Walz become Vice President of the United States.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey doubled down on his reasoning for why he believes homeless encampments need to be shut down across the city.
By: Laura Oakes
Tim Lynch, assistant professor of political science at the University of St. Thomas College of Arts and Sciences, recently spoke with WCCO Radio about the potential leadership changes in Minnesota if Gov. Tim Walz becomes vice president.
By: Laura Oakes
Charges are now filed against a Washington County sheriff’s deputy believed to have been drunk when he caused a head-on crash. 58-year-old Campbell Blair was driving near Afton Sunday when investigators say he hit an oncoming SUV.
By: Laura Oakes
“Friends of Holidazzle” passes are available starting Friday. The tax-deductible donation allows passholders valet parking, access to indoor restrooms, a limited edition souvenir, and a “fast pass” to see Santa Claus at the Minneapolis celebration.
By: Laura Oakes
The Justice Department plans to monitor compliance with federal voting rights laws in 86 jurisdictions in 27 states on Election Day. Areas they’ll watch include Detroit, Atlanta, Philadelphia, Las Vegas, parts of Wisconsin and the Twin Cities.
By: Laura Oakes, Lindsey Peterson
The U.S. Justice Department is announcing plans to monitor compliance with federal voting rights laws in 86 jurisdictions in 27 states on Election Day.
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