A sweeping gun reform bill banning semi-automatic assault-style weapons and high-capacity magazines passed the Minnesota Senate 34-33 on May 4, but faces an uncertain future in the House as the legislative session nears its end.
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Walz calls special session on gun laws after Annunciation shooting
After the Annunciation Catholic School shooting, Gov. Tim Walz is calling a special session to advance tougher gun laws, including an assault-style weapons ban, safe-storage requirements, and an expanded red-flag law. Supporters call it urgent; GOP leaders vow resistance.
Posted inLocal & State
Police ID shooter who killed 2 kids, hurt 17 at Minneapolis Catholic school, church
Breaking: A shooting at Annunciation Catholic School and Church in south Minneapolis left multiple people injured. Police confirm the shooter is deceased and no active threat remains.
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In wake of tragedy, St. Paul schools consider safety options
St. Paul Public Schools is reconsidering its approach to safety in its schools after the fatal stabbing of a student last month.
Posted inHealth + Wellness
Returning to school in the Age of COVID
As we begin to gear up for the beginning of the school year, the American Academy of Pediatrics has laid out guidelines to help ensure the safe return to school for children.
Posted inArts + Culture, Education
Five etiquette tips for parents visiting their child’s school
Hopefully, your child’s school welcomes parents every day. Oftentimes, however, parent-teacher conferences are the only times parents visit their child’s school. Either way, I strongly encourage parents to visit whenever you can.
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When kids don’t feel safe at school
In the weeks following the school shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, there have been at least 21 threats made against Minnesota schools, according to Gov. Mark Dayton’s office. Dayton called these threats and the Parkland shooting a “grim warning” to lawmakers in Minnesota. In response to the recent violence, Dayton […]