Monday, September 8th. We’re learning more about a deadly helicopter crash in Lakeville that killed two people, including Vietnam veteran and longtime Wisconsin business owner Dave Schmitz. Survivors of the Annunciation School shooting continue to recover, with 12-year-old Lydia Kaiser now home while 12-year-old Sophia Forchas remains in critical condition. Governor Tim Walz is calling a special session to debate new gun laws and school safety funding in the wake of the tragedy. And it’s game day for the Vikings, as rookie quarterback JJ McCarthy makes his regular season debut tonight against the Chicago Bears.
Plus, Minneapolis city leaders vote to take legal action against a property owner who turned his parking lot into an encampment, a Maplewood man faces murder charges, Senator Jeremy Miller will not seek reelection, and Serena Williams invests in women’s basketball. And in today’s Bright Spot, Appetite For Change is using food to build community, health, and opportunity in North Minneapolis.
Join Maria Lisignoli for this episode of 4 Things To Know.

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