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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 connected to your community. Start your commute with 4 Things to Know: A Daily News Podcast from WCCO. Follow and listen wherever you get your podcasts. For more news coverage, check out WCCO.com.© CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Portions Recorded. Daily Politics & Government
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  • "I Don't Think It's Legitimate" — Nearby Worker Questions Business Ops. Amid Fraud Raids | Oct. 30

    "I Don't Think It's Legitimate" — Nearby Worker Questions Business Ops. Amid Fraud Raids | Oct. 30
    30 Oct 2026
    Number 1.Fraud was going to be the focus of today's visit from Vice President JD Vance. But late last night, we learned that visit to St. Cloud was canceled. This announcement comes after State and federal agencies raided Twin Cities businesses early Thursday morning, looking for fraud.Number 2.St. Paul has its next fire chief nominee. Mayor Kaohly Her announced her Pick to lead the fire department today.Number 3.Voters in Saint Paul will see a question on their ballot this year about boosting protections for renters. That's a population which makes up half of the people who live in the capital city.Number 4.More than 30 dogs are now getting the care they need thanks to the Animal Humane Society. They were rescued from a breeder in Cass County.Join Maria Lisignoli and Johnny Kahner for today's episode of 4 Things to Know. 0:00 Intro0:12 Fraud Crisis2:01 St. Paul Fire Chief3:06 On your Ballot 5:02 Dogs rescued8:58 More to Know15:20 Bright Spot Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    20 min
  • FBI, State Fraud Unit Raid Several Businesses | VP Vance, Fraud Task Force Coming To MN | Oct. 29

    FBI, State Fraud Unit Raid Several Businesses | VP Vance, Fraud Task Force Coming To MN | Oct. 29
    29 Oct 2026
    Number 1. The FBI and other federal authorities are conducting investigations at several sites around the Twin Cities. This comes ahead of Vice President's J.D. Vance's expected visit to St. Cloud tomorrow. Number 2. More on the fraud crisis. A man who played a major role in defrauding a federal food program in Minnesota is in prison, and will stay there for decades. Number 3. After the homecoming game shooting, safety is top of mind for Eden Prairie community members. Number 4. A small town in Minnesota now has a data center controversy of their own. Join Maria and Johnny for this episode of 4 Things to Know. 0:00 Intro0:12 FBI Raids/Vance1:37 Fraud Crisis3:08 Eden Prairie Shooting4:05 Data Center Controversy6:42 More to Know14:27 Bright Spot Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    19 min
  • Charges For “Unlawful Voting” In MN Primary | Poll: Flanagan Leads Tafoya in Senate Race | Oct. 28

    Charges For “Unlawful Voting” In MN Primary | Poll: Flanagan Leads Tafoya in Senate Race | Oct. 28
    28 Oct 2026
    Number 1.Two men are now facing multiple felony charges after attempting to poke holes in Minnesota voter security. You'll hear from Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty.Number 2.A New York Times poll gives us a new look at Minnesota's race for U.S. Senate. According to the poll, DFL candidate Peggy Flanagan is 14 points ahead of Republican candidate Michelle Tafoya.Number 3.Local Faith leaders are speaking out about political ads they say target Minnesota's Somali population.Number 4.A new proposal could limit student-athletes to competing based on their sex at birth. The proposal requires athletes in sex-separated sports to compete according to their biological sex at birth.And in today's Bright Spot, meet Maria's dog Phoebe!Join Maria and Johnny for this episode of 4 Things to Know. 0:00 Intro0:12 Voter Security2:01 Flanagan vs Tafoya3:10 Somali Community4:44 Trans Athletes6:29 More to Know12:28 Bright Spot Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    18 min
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