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Support Students Affected by the Annunciation Catholic School Shooting: “We have provided critical support to families as they faced the painful heartbreak of school shootings.”
Every contribution, big or small, will bring much-needed assistance to the families and students struggling in the aftermath of this heartbreaking tragedy.
Here’s how your donation can help:
$50 – Provides counseling sessions for injured students and grieving classmates.
$100 – Helps cover funeral expenses for the two children who lost their lives.
$250 – Assists families with medical bills, travel costs, and basic needs while their children recover.
$1,000 – Provides long-term support for families most deeply affected, helping them cope with loss, trauma, and ongoing recovery.
What we know so far
• At least two children were killed in a shooting in Minneapolis during a Catholic school Mass to mark the first week of school, according to police.
• The shooter, who is dead, was identified as Robin Westman, multiple law enforcement officials briefed on the matter told CNN. Children ages 6 to 14 are being treated for injuries at area hospital, with some in critical condition.
• Officials say the shooter fired through windows at people sitting in pews, injuring at least 17.
Here's what we've learned as more details from the shooting emerge
From CNN's Aditi Sangal and staff
Minneapolis officials will hold a news conference at 3:30 p.m. ET today in light of the shooting during Mass to mark the first week of class at Annunciation Catholic School.
These are the latest developments:
- Law enforcement has identified the shooter as Robin Westman, multiple law enforcement officials briefed on the matter told CNN.
- Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has addressed the tragedy briefly on social media, saying “we will get through this together. Hug your kids close.”
- President Donald Trump is ordering all American flags on public buildings to be flown at half-staff until sunset on Sunday in honor of the victims of today’s mass shooting in Minnesota, per a proclamation released by the White House.
Pope Leo XIV is "profoundly saddened" by shooting, Vatican says
From CNN’s Barbie Latza Nadeau and Michael Rios
Pope Leo XIV was “profoundly saddened” to learn of the deaths and injuries from the mass shooting at Annunciation Church in Minneapolis, the Vatican said Wednesday.
“He sends his heartfelt condolences and the assurance of spiritual closeness to all those affected by this terrible tragedy, especially the families now grieving the loss of a child,” said Vatican Secretary of State Pietro Parolin.
The Pope is praying for the victims, first responders and clergy, and sends his blessings to the school and community, Parolin added.
"My heart breaks for the families and the victims," Rep. Omar says
Rep. Ilhan Omar, a Democrat whose district includes Minneapolis, offered prayers and support to the victims and families impacted by the deadly mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic School.
“I think, you know as a mom, it’s just incredibly painful to know what these parents are going through. To have you know — send your 8-year-old, 10-year-old to school and within few hours, as they sit in for prayer to have them be gunned down is just unspeakable horror,” Omar told reporters. “So, my heart breaks for the families and the victims of this tragic morning here in Minneapolis at Annunciation Catholic Church.”
She said authorities “don’t know much” at this point but “we’re going to learn more about motives and what more can be done to make sure we can avoid tragedies like this.”
Omar said she has spoken to Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and other local authorities about the shooting.
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Nearly 37,000 acres have burned since Sunday as three wildfires continue to rage in northern Minnesota, none of which have been contained.
The Jenkins Creek Fire northwest of Duluth grew from 6,800 acres on Tuesday to roughly 20,600 acres Wednesday morning, according to the Minnesota Incident Command System. The fire is centered near Hoyt Lakes and is burning in mixed boreal forest and grassy ground cover.
The Camp House Fire — the first fire to be reported on Sunday afternoon — grew to nearly 15,000 acres. The fire has since destroyed dozens of structures. Forest service officials say firefighters are engaged in full sppression tactics and are providing protection to threatened structures. "Lake turbulance" winds have been challenging operations, officials say, but the fire hasn't seen as much growth as the Jenkins Creek Fire.
The Three Lakes/Munger Shaw Fire, the smallest of the trio, had spread to 1,700 acres, according to officials.
As the fires continue, the stress on the first responders is ratcheting up. Some DNR stations are accepting donations for firefighting crews.
According to KBJR, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is investigating suspects accused of starting the Camp House Fire. A group of campers had left a fire unattended, and when they returned the fire had spread beyond their control, the DNR learned. Officials say investigations for all three fires are ongoing.
Weather conditions in the Arrowhead region have improved slightly, as a wave of humidity moves in and storms are expected to develop on Thursday. NEXT Weather meteorologists say the area could see about an inch of rain, which would ease the dry conditions firefighters are facing.
Gov. Tim Walz on Monday activated the Minnesota National Guard and its helicopters to aid the fire fight. Officials are reminding people, including drone pilots, to keep away from all the areas impacted by the wildfires so firefighters can effectively do their jobs. Walz pleaded for those asked to evacuate to do so.
"I know these are difficult decisions to make," he said at a news conference on Tuesday. "I would make the case again the plea for your own safety."
The governor says his office has already made contact with FEMA should federal assistance be needed.
Due to the fires, a portion of the Laurentian Ranger District is closed in the Superior National Forest, prohibiting visitor entry at campsites, trails and recreation sites.
1,000 homes evacuated in St. Louis County
Brad Smith, of Two Harbors, is a logger and sawyer who crafts items like doors, sheds and hunting stands from wood. He packed up everything he would need to evacuate, but so far, the winds have cooperated, and he's been able to stay.
"It's time to go when somebody comes by, and we're ready to go. I got the things that I need," Smith said.
While Smith has the yellow light, St. Louis County officials say about 1,000 homes have been evacuated between the three fires.
Scott Lesnau, the county's emergency preparedness coordinator, says search and rescue volunteers and local businesses have worked to keep the crews at the fire lines hydrated and fed.
"Some of them are worried because they have properties in the evacuation zones where the fires are burning, so it is becoming a strain on them," Lesnau said.
He urges residents to check in at evacuation points in Fredenburg and Cotton, so officials know they're safe and don't need to spend their time checking in on each and every home in the evac zone.
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