Wednesday, July 16th. The trial of State Senator Nicole Mitchell continues — we break down emotional witness testimony, including a chilling claim from Mitchell’s stepmother that she feared for her life. Then, WCCO obtains dramatic video of police firing at a bear following a violent attack in western Wisconsin. Plus, federal prosecutors are weighing the death penalty for the man accused of murdering former House Speaker Melissa Hortman and injuring two other lawmakers.
Also in this episode: a former Minnesota Twins pitcher is convicted of murder, a deadly shootout during a house fire near Duluth, two overnight shootings in Minneapolis, President Trump calls Epstein conspiracy talk a hoax, and we celebrate National Hot Dog Day with a tour of America’s favorite dogs. Join Maria Lisignoli and Johnny Kahner for 4 Things to Know.

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