4 Things To Know from WCCO

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  • Feds Search Ilhan Omar's D.C. Home | Eden Prairie Homecoming Shooting Suspect in Court | Oct. 12

    Number 1.
    Homeland Security agents raided the home of Democratic Representative Ilhan Omar. That raid happened early this morning. We have Omar's response.
    Number 2.
    The man charged in the shooting at a homecoming football game is expected in court today. Court records show Adam Adam is currently out of jail on a $100,000 bond.
    Number 3.
    Two firefighters went to the hospital with minor burns while battling a fire in south Minneapolis. Crews faced dangerous conditions with some getting trapped inside.
    Number 4.
    Saint Paul is suing Maplewood over their opposition to its long-standing police firearm training facility.
    The property sits in Maplewood and has been used by Saint Paul Police for over 50 years.
    And in today's Bright Spot, a Minnesotan know holds a world-record in rucking!
    Join Johnny Kahner for this episode of 4 Things to Know.

    0:00 Intro
    0:11 Ilhan Omar's Home Raided
    1:33 Homecoming Shooting
    2:05 Minneapolis Fire
    3:12 St. Paul Lawsuit
    5:04 More to Know
    10:03 Bright Spot

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    14 min
  • Frey Nominates Next Minneapolis Police Chief | Serial Peeping Tom Arrested Again | Oct. 9

    Number 1.
    The mayor of Minnesota's largest city says he knows who he wants to lead the police force. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey wants interim chief Bill Peterson to become the permanent chief.
    Number 2.
    One neighborhood in Minneapolis is on edge after an accused peeping Tom was caught.
    Number 3.
    Police are searching for the shooter who killed a 16-year-old boy near a popular bike trail.
    Number 4.
    New sound and video shows the moments after a state lawmaker's DWI stop.
    Join Maria Lisignoli and Johnny Kahner for this episode of 4 Things to Know.

    0:00 Intro
    0:12 New Police Chief?
    2:00 Serial Peeping Tom
    3:41 Crime
    5:10 Lawmaker's DWI Arrest
    8:42 More to Know
    16:07 Bright Spot

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    21 min
  • Meteorologist Mike Augustyniak Shows Off WCCO's New Weather Center | 3 Rescued From Fire | Oct. 8

    Number 1.
    A pony killed a seven-month-old girl by kicking her in the head. Investigators say the baby was riding in a wagon with an when the pony became spooked.
    Number 2.
    We have the latest details of a terror plot officials say was stopped at the Mall of America. Charges say a Minnesota teenager pledged allegiance to ISIS, bought a high-powered gun, and set his sights on the nation's largest mall.
    Number 3.
    First responders rescued three people out of a burning home. One is in critical condition.
    Number 4.
    A new homeless shelter opened in Minneapolis. It's just a few blocks down from U.S. Bank Stadium.
    Plus.. meteorologist Mike Augustyniak joins the show to talk about WCCO's brand new NEXT Weather Center.
    Join Maria Lisignoli and Johnny Kahner for today's 4 Things to Know.

    0:00 Intro
    0:11 Toddler Killed
    0:47 MOA Shooting Stopped
    3:30 Fire Rescue
    4:09 Homeless Shelter Opens
    6:01 NEXT Weather
    6:40 Mike Augustyniak Joins
    18:40 Bright Spot

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    24 min
  • Minnesota Man Planned Mass Shooting at MOA & Pledged Support to ISIS, Feds Say | Oct. 7

    Number 1.
    A Minnesota man was arrested by the FBI after allegedly purchasing an AK-47 assault rifle and 200 rounds of ammunition in a plot to carry out a mass shooting at the Mall of America.
    Number 2.
    Shootings in the suburbs have left some residents on edge. Leaders are asking for the community's help to curb youth violence that's tied to Somali gangs.
    Number 3.
    As shootings spark concerns, Twin Cities suburbs are tackling controversial Flock cameras. Law enforcement leaders say they keep people safe. Not everyone agrees.
    Number 4.
    Today, closing arguments were given in the trial of a dad charged with killing his teenage son.
    Join Maria Lisignoli and Johnny Kahner for today's 4 Things to Know.

    0:00 Intro
    0:12 MOA Shooting Plot
    1:24 Somali Gangs
    3:30 Flock Cameras
    5:02 Jordan Collins Trial
    6:09 More to Know
    12:04 Bright Spot

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    17 min
  • Somali Gangs Linked To String of Gun Violence Incidents, Twin Cities Sheriff Says | Oct. 6

    Number 1.
    West metro communites are demanding answers after a string of shootings. Overnight, gunfire struck the suburbs again.


    Number 2.
    Ramsey County Sheriff Bob Fletcher says more needs to be done to stop what he says is a problem with Somali gangs.


    Number 3.
    Relief is arriving for those who dealt with damaging floods in southern Minnesota. A disaster assistance center is set up at the New Richland Fire Department.


    Number 4.
    Today, some elected officials shared concerns about a couple of recent healthcare acquisitions. What could this mean for costs and employees?


    Join Maria Lisignoli and Johnny Kahner for this episode of 4 Things to Know.

    0:00 Intro
    0:12 Shootings
    2:44 Somali Gangs
    4:48 Healthcare Mergers
    6:25 NEXT Weather
    6:53 More to Know
    13:00 Bright Spot

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    18 min
  • Eden Prairie Homecoming Game Shooting | State Trial for Minnesota Lawmaker Killer Delayed | Oct. 5

    Number One.

    Eden Prairie High School students are back to class after a homecoming weekend turned to chaos.The investigation into a shooting outside the Eden Prairie and Minnetonka football game is still active.


    Number Two.

    The state trial against the man already convicted of killing and attacking Minnesota lawmakers will not start until May.


    Number Three.

    A legal battle concerning artificial intelligence continues in Minnesota. A federal appeals court has put a pause on the state's ban on Artificial Intelligence "nudification."


    Number Four.

    Slown down... or be warned. New cameras going up today in the south metro are tracking speeders. And in today's Bright Spot, Maria tells Johnny how she crushed the Twin Cities 10-Mile race — and even had a tasty beverage to celebrate!

    0:00 Intro

    0:12 EP High Shooting

    1:05 Vance Boelter

    1:43 MN Nudification Ban

    2:56 MNDOT'S Pilot Program

    5:49 NEXT Weather

    6:12 More to Know

    10:28 Minnesota Vikings and Wild

    13:41 Bright Spot

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    20 min
  • Man Killed in Group Home, Parents Speak Out | Mayor Her Sexual Harassment Investigation | Oct. 2

    Number 1.
    The parents of the man who was attacked and killed by a fellow patient at a Minneapolis mental health facility spoke publically for the first time today.
    Number 2.
    We're following the latest in the allegations against St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her. The investigation paints a picture of a crumbling work relationship with Police Chief Axel Henry.
    Number 3.
    The University of Minnesota announced $225 million in cuts are needed to balance the budget. Some employees worry they could be on the chopping block.
    Number 4.
    Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey is getting ready to end a plan that would put drivers inside driverless cars.
    And in today's Bright Spot, Maria chats with Johnny about her upcoming 10-mile race in the Twin Cities.

    0:00 Intro
    0:12 Group Home Killing
    1:37 Mayor Kaohly Her
    3:24 U of M Budget Cuts
    4:50 Waymo's Uncertain Future
    7:16 NEXT Weather
    8:03 More to Know
    16:39 Bright Spot

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    22 min
  • Renee Good's Family Files Suit | MPLS Council Mandates Human Monitors in Self-Driving Cars | Oct. 1

    Number 1.
    For the first time since Renee Good was killed by an ICE Agent in Minneapolis last January, we heard from her partner Becca Good. Good's family filed civil lawsuits against the federal government and others directly, including Jonathan Ross, the agent who shot her, Krisi Noem and Greg Bovino.
    Number 2.
    The Minneapolis City Council voted in favor of requiring human safety monitors inside autonomous vehicles. The bill now goes to Mayor Jacob Frey's desk.
    Number 3.
    Low enrollment at Minneapolis public schools is causing the school board to call for closures. District families and teachers are speaking out against the changes.
    Number 4.
    A man was brutally killed in his sleep while being treated at a mental health facility, charges say. The victim's parents are demanding answers.
    And in today's Bright Spot.. a two-headed turtle? It's so cute!
    Join Maria Lisignoli and Johnny Kahner for this episode of 4 Things to Know.

    0:00 Intro
    0:12 Renee Good Lawsuit
    2:26 MPLS City Council
    4:21 Minneapolis Schools
    6:40 Mental Health Facility Killing
    9:18 More to Know
    18:33 Bright Spot

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    23 min
  • DOJ Announces MN Voter Fraud Charges | Insurer Cuts Daughter's Care: Will Gov. Walz Act? | Sep. 30

    Number 1.
    The Department of Justice says it's indicted 10 people accused of voting illegally in the state of Minnesota.
    Number 2.
    The St. Paul City Council will meet behind closed doors to talk about the legal battle between two of the city's top leaders, Mayor Kaohly Her and Police Chief Axel Henry.
    Number 3.
    Time is running out for the medically fragile children at the center of a WCCO Investigation. Parents found out certain insurance companies are cutting back coverage.
    Number 4.
    Tonight is the first of seven meetings Minneapolis Public Schools will hold to hear from the community about proposed school closures. There are plans that would close more than a dozen schools.
    And in today's Bright Spot, Johnny talks you through some of the best spots in the state to see our fall colors.

    0:00 Intro
    0:12 Voter Fraud
    2:35 Mayor Her vs Chief Henry
    3:30 Insurer Cuts Daughter's Care
    4:50 Minneapolis Schools
    5:59 NEXT Weather
    6:40 More to Know
    13:40 Bright Spot

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    18 min
  • 3 Dead In MPLS crash | Moyski's Family Attys: YouTube Could Have Prevented Annunciation Shooting | Sep. 29

    Number 1.
    Three people are dead after an early morning crash in Minneapolis. Police say a car carrying 7 people crashed into a semi as it exited 35W and came across 4th street.
    Number 2.
    The attorneys for an Annunciation Catholic School shooting victim's family say YouTube could have prevented the tragedy. And now they are considering a civil lawsuit.
    Number 3.
    A Burnsville man will spend his life behind bars after being sentenced for killing the mother of his children.
    Number 4.
    Two shootings within a matter of months are leaving some in the Edina community concerned. Police say they have increased their presence in Edina parks.
    And in today's Bright Spot, Maria and Johnny chat about a lost dog in the Boundary Waters.. with a happy ending.

    0:00 Intro
    0:12 3 Dead in Minneapolis
    0:58 Potential Annunciation Lawsuit
    2:50 Burnsville Stabbing
    3:17 Edina Shootings
    4:08 NEXT Weather
    4:24 More to Know
    11:37 Bright Spot

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    16 min

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Get your Minnesota news from WCCO all in one place with new episodes weekdays at 3 pm CST. Maria Lisignoli and Johnny Kahner cover the biggest stories, weather, sports, plus a bright spot to keep you…

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