Minnesota Now: Jan. 4, 2024

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The city of Minneapolis is clearing a controversial encampment of over 100 unhoused people. We’ll get the latest from a reporter at the scene.
Plus, police departments in Hennepin County will now have to disclose more information about when officers have mishandled evidence, lied, or acted out of bias. Hear what that means for defendants on trial.
There aren’t many lakes with safe ice yet. Why the Beltrami County Sheriff’s office has had to make more lake rescues than normal, and how they're keeping people safe.
A scary Minnesota-made podcast is out now. If you love horror, you’re in for a treat.
Also, we have the story of a big family coincidence in the latest of our series, Thank You, Stranger.
And of course, Thursday means sports! We’ll get the latest roundup from across the state.
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