Wednesday, February 25th — Federal prosecutors have announced charges against members and associates of what they call a violent Minneapolis street gang, following a joint investigation across the Twin Cities. The FBI says agents executed search and arrest warrants tied to a large-scale drug trafficking organization, but there is no known threat to public safety. We hear from U.S. Attorney Daniel Rosen and Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara.

Meanwhile, leaders at Hennepin County Medical Center say the situation has never been more dire. After already cutting tens of millions from the budget, including beds and entire departments, they warn the hospital could run out of money by the end of the year without state support. County leaders are now pushing for a one-cent sales tax to keep the Level One trauma center afloat.

Plus, Congresswoman Ilhan Omar shouts during President Trump’s State of the Union and says she has no regrets, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey delivers an unofficial rebuttal in Washington, and Governor Tim Walz orders flags at half-staff to honor Reverend Jesse Jackson.

Join Maria Lisignoli and Johnny Kahner for today’s episode of 4 Things to Know.

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