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Hortman Children Speak Almost a Year after Lawmaker Shootings | Mayfly Mayhem in Southeast Minnesota | Friday, June 12

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/oujZniX6yuE Friday, June 12 — We're hearing from Melissa and Mark Hortman's children, Colin and Sophie, almost a year after deadly acts of political violence in Minnesota. They share what they miss most about their mom and dad. A Minneapolis man that was shot by his neighbor is suing his home's previous owners. Davis Moturi says they did not disclose threats that the neighbor made to them over the years prior to selling the house. An update on Minnesota's fraud crisis. State human service officials say they lifted payment suspensions for more than 2100 care providers who appealed after losing Medicaid funding. And MnDot says an exploding insect population could cause serious troubles for drivers in southeast Minnesota. Mayflies can make the roads feel like you are driving on ice. Join Johnny Kahner for this episode of 4 Things to Know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Minnesota Lawmaker Shootings: Vance Boelter Changes Federal Plea to Guilty | Thursday, June 11

YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/-bdY7hOzeJI June 11 — Vance Boelter changed his plea to guilty. This is for the murders of former House Speaker Melissa Hortman, her husband Mark, the shooting of Senator John Hoffman, his wife Yvette, and the attempted shooting of their daughter Hope. The new agreement, which the court accepted, says Boelter agrees to face two life terms in prison. The parties also agree he won't face the death penalty. Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty says the state's case against Boelter will continue despite the federal guilty plea. We hear from the U.S. Attorney for the District of Minnesota, Daniel Rosen, on his satisfaction with the plea change. He also speaks on the other victims in the case. Plus, Brooklyn Park Police are preparing for the one-year mark of the lawmaker attacks. The department sent out a message to residents letting them know they should expect to see more police in the neighborhood this weekend. Join Johnny Kahner for this episode of 4 Things to Know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

$700 Million Lost: City Leaders say Operation Metro Surge Cost Minneapolis | Wednesday, June 10

Watch now on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-PBespP6AwU June 10 — City leaders say the federal government’s immigration enforcement from December through April forced many businesses to close, cost millions in lost wages and traumatized neighborhoods. Then, a scary night of severe weather. Some homeowners are still digging out of the debris. We speak with one woman who had a huge tree fall on her house. Plus, we're under a NEXT Weather Alert. And a new law begins in August that means kids under 13 can’t be prosecuted. But some Minnesota counties worry they’re not equipped to handle situations involving children who’ve committed violent offenses. We hear from advocates and those who disagree with the change. Join Johnny Kahner for this episode of 4 Things to Know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Person Shoots at Hennepin County Deputies | Vance Attacks Minnesota Officials on Fraud Crisis | Tuesday, June 9

Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/nfoY5qUwmwg Tuesday, June 9 — Today a person shot at deputies in South Minneapolis. The deputies were attempting to serve an arrest warrant when someone opened fire. There were no reported injuries, according to the sheriff's office. Vice President J.D. Vance wants the DOJ to launch a criminal investigation into Minnesota state officials. This is all about the fraud crisis. We hear the responses from Gov. Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison. Plus, a Minnesota court of appeals ruling is slowing down plans for a massive data center project in Faribault. We break down why the court ruled in favor of an environmental group. And Minnesota is ranked number one! Why a new national study says we have the best quality of life in the country. Join Johnny Kahner for this episode of 4 Things to Know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

House Report: MN Officials Ignored Fraud Warnings for Years | George Floyd Square Construction Begins | Monday, June 8

Watch now on YouTube: https://youtu.be/IGni7kMi8ww Monday, June 8 — Construction on George Floyd Square began this morning. Phase one involves full underground reconstruction around 38th Street and Chicago Avenue. A congressional report accuses senior Minnesota officials, including Gov. Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison, of ignoring clear warnings of widespread fraud in federally funded social programs as early as 2019 and retaliating against state employees who tried to raise concerns. Then the City of Minneapolis will spend nearly $1.4 million on a consultant to help improve relationships inside city hall. And Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis, site of last year's deadly mass shooting, will be getting upgrades to their wiffle ball field thanks to the Minnesota Twins.  Join Johnny Kahner for this episode of 4 Things to Know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]