May 8 — Minnesota’s fishing opener is here, with hundreds of thousands of anglers expected to hit the water this weekend as Stillwater hosts the Governor’s Fishing Opener on the St. Croix River. Governor Tim Walz calls it the unofficial start of summer, while local businesses prepare for a major tourism and economic boost tied to the state’s multi-billion-dollar fishing industry.Meanwhile, Minnesota is moving closer to a new “HOA Bill of Rights.” The proposal would create new protections and transparency rules for homeowners' associations as lawmakers respond to growing frustrations from residents dealing with fees, assessments, and disputes.Minneapolis Public Schools says a special education audit uncovered more than 10 million dollars in additional funding for this year and next, helping the district restore positions and reduce uncertainty for families, even as leaders warn major budget challenges remain.And it’s a huge sports weekend across Minnesota. The Timberwolves return home for a pivotal playoff matchup at Target Center, while the Minnesota Frost face elimination in St. Paul as their Walter Cup defense hangs in the balance. Plus, the Wild face a must-win game 3, or the team will be on the brink of elimination.Join Maria Lisignoli and Johnny Kahner for this episode of 4 Things to Know.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices