Flags at Half-Staff Honoring the Minneapolis Shooting Victims

Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown ordered flags at all city facilities to be lowered to half-staff to honor victims of the Minneapolis shooting. This action follows President Donald J. Trump’s directive for state and U. S. flags to be lowered at all state agency facilities.

Brown expressed the city's deepest sympathies and condolences to all affected by the tragedy in her statement. The flags will remain at half-staff until sunset on August 31, demonstrating the city’s solidarity with the victims' families. This gesture is part of a broader national mourning process, highlighting the impact of gun violence on communities. Local officials stress the importance of coming together during times of tragedy. The city of Spokane aims to support those grieving and show compassion in the wake of such events.

Community engagement and remembrance are crucial as the city reflects on this devastating incident.