Luigi Mangione's Defense Strategy in the UnitedHealth CEO Murder Case | Will Metro Transit Scrap Light Rail Expansion? | June 17

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]

Luigi Mangione's Defense Strategy in the UnitedHealth CEO Murder Case | Will Metro Transit Scrap Light Rail Expansion? | June 17

Watch now on YouTube: https://youtu.be/LQogFO19I7U Wednesday, June 17 — The man accused of killing UnitedHealthcare’s CEO appeared in court today. Luigi Mangione's attorneys are planning to present a psychiatric defense, arguing Mangione killed Brian Thompson while experiencing an extreme emotional disturbance. We have an update on the latest developments after U.S. Prosecutors in Minnesota announced charges against 15 people they say conspired to quote "violently oppose immigration law enforcement". State lawmakers are now calling for Metro Transit to scrap their plans to expand light rail more than a half decade into the project. The convicted ringleader in the nation's largest pandemic fraud scheme, Feeding Our Future, wants a new trial. 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]

Feds Charge 15 Anti-ICE Protesters in Twin Cities | Killings of Good and Pretti: Will Agents be Charged? | Tuesday, June 16

Watch now on YouTube: https://youtu.be/VIXpjPxOpd8 Tuesday, June 16 — 15 people are facing federal charges tied to what prosecutors say was a coordinated effort to interfere with immigration enforcement operations in Minnesota. The feds stress that there's a clear distinction between peaceful protests and criminal conduct. Plus, will the agents who killed Renee Good and Alex Pretti in Minneapolis be charged? U.S. Attorney for the district of Minnesota Daniel Rosen responds to that question at today's press conference. Outside of the press conference, we heard from people protesting these charges, including Jordan Kushner, a Minneapolis civil rights attorney, who spoke to the crowd. 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]

Walz and Klobuchar Reflect on Deadly Lawmaker Shootings One Year Later | Monday, June 15

Watch now on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-enYE97-wzs June 15 — Sunday marked one year since the deadly attacks on Minnesota State lawmakers. We hear from Governor Tim Walz and Senator Amy Klobuchar as they reflect on the tragedy. We also go to the state capitol, where there are now four security checkpoints in St. Paul. But there's still some unease among lawmakers. Then, three people are hurt after a shooting in the Twin Cities, including a 14-year-old boy. No arrests have been made. And a big construction project is now underway. It promises a safer and smoother drive in the northwest metro. 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]

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]