Overview

• A senior official says Gov. Tim Walz is calling legislators about convening a special session on gun policy as early as September.
• DFL lawmakers and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey publicly urged an assault-weapons ban.
• The Annunciation Catholic Church shooting killed two children and wounded 18 people, including 15 children, during a back-to-school event.
• Minneapolis police said they have had conversation with the shooter's mother, Mary Grace Westman, with assistance from the state Bureau of Criminal Apprehension.
• Police are increasing patrols at schools and houses of worship, and sources note Republicans could hold a legislative majority until special elections occur.