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Omar Jamal, a prominent leader in the Twin Cities Somali community, was detained by ICE agents in Minneapolis on Thursday. His detainment raises concerns within the community, especially given Jamal's previous immigration fraud conviction and his role as a liaison with law enforcement.
Adults protected children during a shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis, which left two families mourning their lost children. Mental health professionals emphasize the importance of normalizing children's reactions and allowing them to express their feelings about the trauma. Parents should seek help if behavioral changes persist over time.
A shooting at Annunciation Catholic School left two children dead and several wounded, but 13-year-old Ryan Palattao survived thanks to his teacher, who shielded him. The incident shocked the community, which rallied in support of the victims and their families. Ryan’s family believes he was protected by guardian angels during the harrowing event.
A shooter killed two children and injured 18 others during a mass at Annunciation Church in Minneapolis on Wednesday. The shooter, Robin Westman, had ties to the community, having attended the school in 2017. This tragedy has shocked a community long known for its service and academic excellence.
The Annunciation parish community held a Mass on Saturday, mourning the loss of two children and injuries to 21 others from a shooting during a previous Mass. Archbishop Bernard Hebda emphasized the importance of returning to familiar practices for healing, while Rev. Dennis Zehren reflected on the tragedy and the community’s resilience.
A gunman shot seven people in Minneapolis, killing one, while circling his victims in a car. Two accomplices, Tiffany Martindale and Ryan Quinn, face charges for aiding the shooter, identified only as “Bino.” The incident follows another mass shooting in the city the next day.
Robin Westman, 23, killed two children and injured 18 others in an attack at Annunciation Catholic Church before dying by suicide. Westman's background includes a troubled academic history and a recent job at a medical cannabis dispensary, where they were disciplined for attendance issues. The shooter had a history of troubling thoughts, which were expressed in a manifesto published online shortly before the attack.
University of Minnesota President Rebecca Cunningham has faced a tumultuous first year marked by controversies, including a prominent researcher's resignation and rising tuition. Despite her challenges, she maintains a decisive leadership style while navigating political pressures in higher education. Faculty members express mixed feelings about her administration, with some praising her transparency and others feeling sidelined.
Rep. Ilhan Omar condemned the DFL's decision to revoke the endorsement of state Sen. Omar Fateh in the Minneapolis mayoral race, warning it could exacerbate divides within the party. Omar criticized the decision as a dangerous precedent that undermines the DFL endorsing process. Fateh's victory, which faced challenges over alleged voting misconduct, reflects the growing momentum of democratic socialists in U.S. politics.
The Minnesota DFL revoked its endorsement of mayoral candidate Omar Fateh, intensifying divisions between the party's moderate establishment and progressive factions. Mayor Jacob Frey questioned the fairness of the convention process, while Fateh's supporters criticized the decision as a betrayal of grassroots voters. The conflict poses risks for Democrats ahead of upcoming elections.