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A mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic School and Church in Minneapolis resulted in the deaths of 8-year-old Fletcher Merkel and 10-year-old Harper Moyski, with 18 others injured. The community mourns the victims, calls for healing, and urges action on gun violence and mental health issues. The shooter, a former student, died by suicide, and the incident has sparked widespread grief and demands for change.
The families of two children, Fletcher Merkel and Harper Moyski, who were tragically killed in a school shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis, have issued heartfelt statements. The Merkel family mourns the loss of their son Fletcher, 8, and hopes to establish a scholarship in his name, while Harper Moyski's family emphasizes the need for action against gun violence. The incident has prompted widespread mourning, vigils, and calls for change.
A tragic shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school resulted in the deaths of two children, prompting emotional reactions from local officials and President Trump, and highlighting the ongoing issue of school violence in the United States.
A tragic shooting occurred at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis during a mass, resulting in the deaths of an 8-year-old and a 10-year-old, with 17 others injured. The shooter, Robin Westman, a 23-year-old with no known criminal history, died by suicide after the attack. The incident has prompted widespread reactions from officials and calls for change to prevent future violence.
A tragic mass shooting at a Catholic school in Minneapolis resulted in the deaths of two children and injuries to 17 others, including children, during a worship service marking the start of the school year. The shooter, in his early 20s, took his own life after firing into the congregation, prompting widespread condemnation and concern over gun violence.
An Israeli strike in Gaza killed 15 people, including children and women, near a health center, amid ongoing conflict and humanitarian concerns. The attack targeted a Hamas militant but resulted in civilian casualties, highlighting the ongoing violence and suffering in Gaza. Aid organizations report continued attacks on health facilities and a dire humanitarian situation, with thousands of Palestinians killed and many injured.
At least 15 Palestinians, including children and women, were killed in an Israeli strike near a medical point in Gaza, amid ongoing conflict and stalled ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas. The incident occurred while people queued for aid, highlighting the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, with over 57,680 deaths and widespread destruction since the conflict escalated in October 2023.
Two children have died and three adults are injured after a crash on Route 8 North in Beacon Falls, Connecticut. The crash occurred when a Honda was rear-ended by a Ford F600 truck, resulting in both vehicles landing against a concrete barrier. The two children, aged 6 and 3, died from their injuries, while the adults were transported to the hospital for treatment. The northbound side of the highway was closed for several hours but has since fully reopened, and authorities are seeking witnesses or information related to the incident.
Aid agencies are calling for a ceasefire in Gaza as doctors warn that a fuel shortage caused by an Israeli blockade is leading to the deaths of vulnerable babies and wounded people in hospitals. At least 2,000 children have been killed in Gaza in the past few weeks, according to one aid agency. The Israeli bombing campaign has intensified, and the country's defense minister has stated that they are preparing for a "multilateral operation" against Hamas. Hospitals in Gaza are facing collapse due to fuel depletion, with surgeries being conducted without anesthesia and under phone lights. The situation is dire, with outbreaks of diseases and a lack of access to healthcare for pregnant women. The release of two elderly hostages from Hamas custody has been welcomed, but hundreds of others remain captive.
Two Pennsylvania boys, Jesus Perez-Salome and Sebastian Perez-Salome, were playing with their kittens outside their home when they were fatally shot in a triple homicide. The intended target was 19-year-old Joshua Lugo-Perez, who was also killed. Two suspects have been arrested, and a third is being sought by authorities. The suspects had a previous dispute with Lugo-Perez, according to police. The district attorney said they would consider pursuing the death penalty in the case.
Six children were killed and two adults were injured in a multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 24 in Robertson County, Tennessee. The cause of the crash is under investigation by the Tennessee Highway Patrol. Critical Incident Stress Management teams were deployed following the incident, and mental health services were made available to first responders. The westbound lanes were blocked as first responders worked the scene, so all traffic was diverted off at Exit 24. All lanes have since reopened.
Six children were killed and two adults were injured in a multivehicle crash on Interstate 24 in Robertson County, Tennessee. The crash occurred in the westbound lanes of the interstate, and involved a total of nine people. The cause of the crash is under investigation by the Tennessee Highway Patrol. All westbound lanes were blocked but have since reopened.