The city marked Juneteenth with a spirited service at Word Tabernacle Church, highlighting the theme of freedom delayed and the duty to defend it. Rousing sermons called on attendees to honor this history and protect cherished liberties. This event was one of several observances in the area last week.

In a Minneapolis church filled with teachers and Catholic schoolchildren, a peaceful prayer on the third day of the new school year turned into chaos when a shooter opened fire. This unexpected violence forced parents, students, and educators to duck for cover in a place they believed to be safe.