Colin Smith
Colin is a morning anchor/reporter for WCCO-AM.
A Minnesota native, Colin comes from KTAR-FM in Phoenix, where he covered the Supreme Court hearings on the state’s controversial immigration bill and the recovery of wounded Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, among other stories. He also hosted a news-talk program.
Before that, Colin was an anchor/reporter in the political-rich state of Ohio. He covered the contentious presidential elections of 2004 and 2008, where presidential candidates made several visits to try and earn the Buckeye State’s coveted 20 electoral votes.
He graduated with a degree in Political Science from The Ohio State University. He attended Apple Valley High School.
When not at work, Colin enjoys the Twin Cities’ endless good restaurants and golf courses. He’s a sports fanatic (Vikings season ticket holder) who enjoys the variety of the Vikes, Twins, Gophers, Wild and Wolves. He’s also a horse-racing enthusiast.
Colin’s parents and grandparents live in the south metro area. He’s happy to be home!
Positively MN: Nonprofit Curbs Growing Homeless Youth Population
Minnesota’s homeless youth population is growing. On any given night, 2,500 young people spend the night on couches, car backseats, or worst of all, at city parks across the Metro. More than 10,000 Minnesotans younger than 18 will experience homelessness in some form this year.
Positively MN: Longtime Speech Coach Leaves Undeniable Legacy
If it’s 3 o’clock on any given afternoon, you can probably find Pam Wycoff listening to a speech. As the head coach at Apple Valley High School for 24 years, Wycoff has spent countless hours teaching students the intricacies of public speaking.
Positively Minnesota: Harding Shines, Inspires
Minnesota Wild goaltender doesn’t want to be considered the NHL’s only player with multiple sclerosis, he just wants to be recognized for stopping the puck.
St. Paul Bar Owners Celebrate Wild Playoff Berth
Lockout? What lockout? Minnesota Wild fans were quick to forgive and forget a four-month work stoppage, flocking back to the Xcel Energy Center for a shortened season.
Positively Minnesota: Nonprofit Teaching Youth Life Through Art
A north Minneapolis non-profit center that teaches youth life through art is producing some surprising results.
Minn. Runners Honor Boston Marathon Victims
More than 40 Twin Cities runners gathered on St. Anthony main on Monday, jogging along the Mississippi River to honor the victims of the Boston Marathon bombing.
Report: Record-Breaking Snow Not Helping Groundwater Sustainability
While a record-breaking April snowfall is easing the pain of Minnesota’s extended drought, a new report suggests our water use simply isn’t sustainable.
Council Votes To Shut Down Eagan Golf Course
A Twin Cities golf course popular for players of all ages has had its last round. Parkview Golf Course, Eagan’s only 18-hole course, will not open this spring and instead will begin its conversion into a housing development.
Lake Minnetonka Could Face Historically Late Ice-Out
Unseasonably chilly weather could make for a historically late ice-out date on Lake Minnetonka. And businesses along Minnetonka’s shoreline have been squeezed by our unusual cold.
Ice Storm Cuts Power For Much Of Nobles, Rock Counties
A combination of freezing rain and wet, heavy snow brought down trees and power lines in Worthington on Wednesday, leaving much of the Southwest Minnesota town without electricity or heat.
Task Force Seeks To Curb, Educate About Hoarding
It’s been a week since the Minnesota Hoarding Task Force was launched, aiming to curb a problem that is puzzlingly high profile yet often ignored.
Heavy Traffic Costs MSP Drivers Time, Money
A slow, snowy morning commute begs the question: Just how much time do Twin Cities drivers waste sitting in traffic? The answer might surprise you, in more than one way.
Homeless Shelters Seeing More Women Over 60
On a good night, “Cindy” can get a bottom bunk at Sally’s Place, a downtown Minneapolis homeless shelter for single women.
Crashed Ice, Winter Carnival, Wild Provide Big Boost To St. Paul
Three huge events — the return of the Minnesota Wild, the St. Paul Winter Carnival and Red Bull Crashed Ice — will give the city an economic shot in the arm. It’s a boost badly needed after three long months without hockey.
Hugo Man Prepares To Climb Kilimanjaro For A Cause
A Twin Cities man will climb Africa’s highest mountain next week to raise awareness for a global yet often overlooked problem.
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