Annunciation steps up to raise money for teacher, staff mental health

Annunciation Catholic School is bringing the community together with an event features parents and community members, including Lt. Ryan Kelly, the first MPD officer on the scene of August's mass shooting, and Tom Forchas, whose daughter Sophia, was the most critically injured survivor.

Dancing to raise money for Annunciation
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Annunciation Catholic School is hosting an annual Dancing with the Stars event to raise money for the school and mental health services.  

MPD Chief Brian O'Hara on 2025 crime: 'Our city is becoming safer every day'

Despite seven mass shootings, including the Aug. 27 tragedy at Annunciation Church and School, serious street crime in the City of Minneapolis declined last year.

Protect Minnesota leader: 'Today we are taking a step'
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Protect Minnesota Executive Director Maggiy Emery spoke Tuesday as Gov. Tim Walz signed two executive orders to address gun violence in the state.

Annunciation parent: 'Aug. 27 is not something that we’ll ever be over'
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Annunciation parent Kristin Newell spoke Tuesday about her five children being in the church on Aug. 27 when a gunman opened fire. Gov. Tim Walz signed two executive orders to address gun violence in Minnesota.

Gov. Walz demands action on gun violence in Minnesota
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Gov. Tim Walz signed two executive orders on Tuesday to address gun violence in Minnesota in the aftermath of the June 14 shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses, and the Aug. 27 mass shooting at Annunciation church.

Walz will take 'incredibly aggressive executive actions' on gun control

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz said he will take "incredibly aggressive executive actions" on gun control legislation in response to the "stonewalling" on the issue.

Annunciation shooting: Parents, community demand change amid healing

A town hall meeting in Mounds View brought together parents and community members seeking change after a violent summer marked by a mass shooting at Annunciation Church and an attack on Minnesota lawmakers.

Blood drive at Annunciation Church and School unites community

The Annunciation Church and School community is honoring the victims of the August mass shooting by donating blood to save lives.

Twin Cities unites for Annunciation shooting victims

The Twin Cities community came together for a heartfelt fundraiser honoring the victims of the Annunciation Catholic Church mass shooting.

Harper Moyski memorial volleyball tournament
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A memorial volleyball tournament was held for one of the children killed in the Annunciation School and Church shooting, Harper Moyski. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has the story.

Annunciation: Minneapolis police gift puppy to Merkel family

The family of Fletcher Merkel, the 8-year-old boy who was fatally shot during the Annunciation Church and School mass shooting, was gifted a golden retriever puppy by the Minneapolis Police Department.

Harper Moyski Memorial Volleyball Tournament and Fundraiser this weekend

The legacy of Harper Moyski, who was killed during the Annunciation Church and School mass shooting, will be honored with a volleyball tournament and community auction that will raise funds for a permanent memorial and local volleyball programs.

Annunciation memorial: Harper Moyski fundraising event
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A memorial fundraising event is set to honor Harper Moyski, one of the victims in the Annuciation Church and School mass shooting. The 1st Annual Harper Moyski Memorial Volleyball Tournament will be held at M1 Volleyball in Bloomington from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., followed by a fundraising event at 9 Mile Brewing from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Annunciation shooting: Lydia Kaiser returns to church pew where she was shot

Lydia Kaiser, an eighth grade student injured in the Aug. 27 Annunciation shooting, returned to the church two months later for the first time since the incident.

P.J. Fleck calls out ‘Row the Boat’ critics after Gophers beat Michigan State

P.J. Fleck hosted family and friends of Annunciation shooting victim Fletcher Merkel at Saturday's win over Michigan State. The Gophers' coach is growing tired of people calling his "Row the Boat" mantra corny.

Gophers' P.J. Fleck calls out 'Row the Boat' critics
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Gophers football coach P.J. Fleck spent nearly five minutes Saturday night talking about his "Row the Boat" culture and hosting family and friends of Annunciation shooting victim Fletcher Merkel for their win over Michigan State.

Annunciation shooting: Cathedral of St. Paul holds 'United in Hope' benefit concert

Hundreds of people filled the Cathedral of St. Paul Thursday night as several groups came together with music to honor those impacted by the Aug. 27 mass shooting at Annunciation Church and School.

Cathedral of St. Paul holds benefit concert for Annunciation victims
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Hundreds of people filled the Cathedral of St. Paul Thursday night as several groups came together with music to honor those impacted by the Aug. 27 mass shooting at Annunciation Church and School. FOX 9's Leon Purvis was there.

Annunciation students to create art with blue-and-green ‘Bows of Love’

Thousands of blue and green ribbons line streets in Minneapolis and beyond to show support for the Annunciation Catholic Church and School community and victims. Now, those “Bows of Love” are starting to come down but will be getting a more permanent home.