Up First from NPR Minneapolis Mass Shooting, CDC Director Fired, Biden Admin and Gaza Aid
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Aug 28, 2025 A shocking shooting at a Catholic school in Minneapolis claimed the lives of two children, leaving the community in mourning and grappling with heroism among survivors. In health news, the sudden firing of the CDC director has caused turmoil, leading to resignations within the agency. Meanwhile, a deep dive into the Biden administration reveals internal conflicts over humanitarian aid for Gaza, showcasing the complexities of U.S. foreign policy amidst ongoing turmoil in the region.
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Community Responds Amid Church Shooting
- A shooter fired into Annunciation Catholic Church during a school mass, killing two children and wounding many others.
- Parishioners and nearby residents rushed to help injured children until ambulances arrived.
Alum Helps Injured Children
- Pat Scallon, an alum and parishioner, ran to the scene and helped wounded children until ambulances arrived.
- He described treating a girl with a neck wound and other brave fourth- and fifth-grade kids he stayed with.
Shooter Left A Disturbing Digital Trail
- Authorities identified the shooter as 23-year-old Robin Westman who died by a self-inflicted gunshot.
- He legally purchased multiple recent weapons and left a video slated to post to YouTube that officials removed.