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News in English (USA) / 02.09.2025 / 21:00

Calls for Stricter Gun Control Intensify After School Shootings in Minnesota

In the aftermath of a tragic school shooting at Annunciation Church, Governor Tim Walz has announced plans to convene a special legislative session to address gun control, including a proposed ban on assault weapons. The shooting has sparked widespread protests and rallies across the Twin Cities, with mayors urging state law changes to empower local governments to implement stricter firearm regulations. Hundreds of students, parents, and community leaders have rallied at the Capitol, demanding immediate action to prevent further gun violence. The events have reignited a national conversation about gun safety and the need for legislative reform amid ongoing feelings of grief and urgency in the face of repeated tragedies.
Minnesota Reformer, 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS, FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul, PBS, Star Tribune, kare11.com, MPR News, Bring Me The News, CBS News, Axios