In the aftermath of a shooting at Annunciation in Minneapolis, Catholic schools are examining how to keep their doors open without compromising student safety. As faith-based communities, they find themselves walking a delicate line between long-held traditions of welcome and the need for heightened security.

Just hours before a shooting at Evergreen High School critically wounded two students, local parent groups expressed urgent concerns about the lack of adequate school resource officers. Their cautionary remarks foreshadowed the tragic events that have sparked a renewed focus on campus security.

Severe storms swept through Colorado Springs Thursday night, bringing down trees and knocking out power to parts of the city. Officials also reported damage across El Paso County, as residents braced for more potential weather disruptions.

The Marblehead community is mourning the loss of 13-year-old Savanah Gatchell, who died in a car crash early Tuesday morning. Authorities have charged a 16-year-old boy with motor vehicle homicide by reckless operation, among other offenses, prompting urgent calls for change.

A man who was shot during a suspected robbery outside an Aurora apartment complex on Monday night has died from his injuries, police reported Tuesday. The incident has raised concerns about crime and safety in the area.

Water woes have posed the first significant challenge for Hastings Public Schools’ new director of technology and operations. With two schools suffering damage, the district faces unexpected hurdles that test its resilience and preparedness.

An explosion at a Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department training facility has claimed the lives of at least three deputies, according to officials. Attorney General Pam Bondi confirmed that federal agents are on the scene as investigations continue.

Up to 375 residents across San Diego County experienced power outages, with incidents ranging from Oceanside to La Mesa, including one caused by a burning tree. The series of disruptions highlighted the vulnerabilities in the region’s power infrastructure.

Chicago police have reported that multiple people have been shot, with further details yet to be released. As of Wednesday night, the number of victims and the location of the incident remain unknown.

A UK Pokémon card shop is earning praise for its ingenious strategy to deter scalpers during the Prismatic Evolutions launch. Frustrated TCG players are hopeful that more stores will adopt similar policies to keep coveted cards in the hands of genuine fans.