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2 kids hurt in Annunciation shooting still hospitalized as others head home
Two children remained hospitalized as of Wednesday morning, with at least one still in critical condition. Another underwent surgery Wednesday for a bullet fragment in his neck. Over a dozen others have been discharged from Minneapolis hospitals after good progress towards recovery. 
Parents of kid hurt in Annunciation shooting ask VP JD Vance to address gun violence
Vice President JD Vance visited Minneapolis on Wednesday, one week after the shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church that killed two kids and injured 21 other people. The parents of Lydia Kaiser, who is still hospitalized, asked him to address mass shootings.
Minnesota Lynx top Dallas Wings 96-71, begin prep for postseason run with Phee's return
There’s four games remaining in the league’s regular season, and while the Lynx were the first team to clinch a playoff spot, the team remains committed to closing the season off strong. Monday night, the Lynx rallied against the Dallas Wings for a 96-71 win beating Minnesota-native Paige Bueckers.
Minnesota bets big on free public preschool; private child care operators watch, worry
Funding approved by the Legislature last year added 5,000 voluntary pre-kindergarten slots this fall in Minnesota schools, a 75 percent increase. While it eases the burden on families, private child care operators worry they “can’t compete with free.”
‘Paws on the Ground’: Comfort dogs help heal at Annunciation Church
Six golden retrievers were on hand to comfort students and parishioners at Annunciation Church, days after this week’s deadly shooting. The retrievers are part of the K-9 Comfort Dog Ministry, which responds to communities in crisis.
Minnesota’s lukewarm, soggy and smoky summer
MPR’s team of meteorologists record a conversation about Minnesota’s weather and climate at the Minnesota State Fair.  
These 6 Minnesota couples fell in love while participating in 4-H
Over 40,000 young Minnesotans are members of the youth development program 4-H. Besides embracing lifelong learning, these six couples also found their lifelong partners.
MN Shortlist, Aug. 29-Sept. 4: Arts raffle for Annunciation families and more
MN Shortlist is your weekly curated roundup of recommended events from MPR News, highlighting standout performances, exhibits and gatherings around the region. This week’s events include: music of Thelonious Monk, an art mystery and the Duluth-Superior Pride Festival.
Stars, stripes and Sweet Martha’s cookies: Becoming American citizens at the fair
Amid the noise of food vendors and the smell of fried dough, a different kind of moment unfolded at the Minnesota State Fair this week: 30 people from around the world raised their right hands and became U.S. citizens.