Drug Use Concerns at Minneapolis Homeless Encampment Near Child Care Center | Metro Transit Updates | Wednesday, June 24

Drug Use Concerns at Minneapolis Homeless Encampment Near Child Care Center | Metro Transit Updates | Wednesday, June 24

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/JVHcwMY8bds June 24 — Metro Transit says trips on the Blue Line may take longer. Buses will replace the train between Target Field and the Mall of America. What's the deal? A Minneapolis child care center says growing drug activity and encampments are creating safety concerns. What the city is trying to do about it. The 4th Minneapolis Police reform progress report is out. It pinpoints progress and challenges facing the department; we'll share the results. And Amazon Prime Day is met with protests in the Twin Cities. What workers are hoping to see changed. Join Maria Lisignoli and Johnny Kahner for this episode of 4 Things to Know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Six Ramsey County Murder Convictions Upheld | Woman Faces Judge in FBI Agent Assault Hearing | June 23

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/YpPuF7rYuZc Tuesday, June 23 — After nearly five years of review, Ramsey County prosecutors say they found no reason to overturn six murder convictions tied to testimony from former Medical Examiner Dr. Michael McGee. A St. Paul Woman charged with assaulting police officers and punching an FBI Agent was in court today for a plea hearing. Some parents in the state's largest school district say they want to foot the bill for added funding. But as they push for a referendum, the district weighs its options. Dakota County is celebrating a new court, with a specific focus on the Native community. Minnesota is among the states with a history of forcibly removing Indigenous children from their families and subjecting them to years in boarding schools. Join Maria Lisignoli and Johnny Kahner for this episode of 4 Things to Know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Court Quashes Trump Administration Subpoenas Against Walz, Frey | Target Field Strike | Monday, June 22

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/sVk1HIub9Ow June 22 — The DOJ was looking into Minnesota officials over an alleged conspiracy to impede immigration agents during Operation Metro Surge. We'll tell you why the subpoenas were quashed. Plus, charges are being dropped for close to half of the more than 30 people accused of assaulting federal agents during the immigration operation. There's a planned worker strike at tonight's Twins game against the Dodgers. The workers say they make minimum wage and do not get health insurance. And a long vacant Minneapolis landmark is getting new life. It could bring new housing, healthcare services, retail and jobs to the East Phillips neighborhood. Join Maria Lisignoli and Johnny Kahner for this episode of 4 Things to Know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Officer Recovering After Being Shot | Rep. Craig, Lt. Gov. Flanagan to Debate | Friday, June 19

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/f30PiQx_LJI Friday, June 19 — St. Peter Police told residents to shelter in place last night after they say an officer was shot. The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is handling the investigation. A Minneapolis man is facing charges in connection to a string of business burglaries that targeted restaurants and coffee shops across the city last month. The first debate between U-S Senate candidates Representative Angie Craig and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan will be tonight. Celebrations are happening across the Twin Cities in honor of Juneteenth. Join Maria Lisignoli and Johnny Kahner for this episode of 4 Things to Know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

ICE Surge: Feds Condemned by Human Rights Group, Congressional Hearings Ahead? | Thursday, June 18

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Huk40ejKWTA Thursday, June 18 — A new report is out that details what a worldwide human rights non profit called widespread abuse during Operation Metro Surge. The Minneapolis Park Board has decided to close a popular dog park because it is on sacred tribal land. The land is now believed to be a Native American burial site. Authorities said a Twin Cities dog had to be euthanized because it was deemed dangerous... and after authorities picked it up, his owner allegedly stole it from an animal hospital. Two Anoka County transit workers are being celebrated for their heroic actions. The two men jumped into action when they saw he had a gun and planned to shoot himself. 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]