SUMMARY: A gunman opened fire through windows at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis during a Wednesday morning Mass, killing two children, ages 8 and 10, and injuring 17 others, including 14 children and three elderly adults. The shooter, 23-year-old Robin Westman, armed with a rifle, shotgun, and pistol, died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. Police described the attack as deliberate and incomprehensibly cruel, targeting innocent worshippers. Authorities are investigating a manifesto Westman posted online. The FBI is treating the incident as domestic terrorism and a hate crime against Catholics. Community members and leaders expressed profound grief and solidarity.

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SUMMARY: The Alzheimer’s Association recently highlighted Louisiana’s 2025 Dementia Care Specialist Program, aiding caregivers with support groups, resources, and memory screenings. Alzheimer’s poses a $1 billion Medicaid burden, making advocacy crucial. Advocate Bonnie Farmer Haye, who has shared her emotional story with U.S. legislators, underscores the importance of funding. The annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Monroe, featuring a Promise Garden ceremony, raises funds for local advocacy, education, and support groups. Proceeds support ongoing Louisiana research projects in Shreveport, Lafayette, and New Orleans, aiming to expand efforts statewide. To join, visit www.alz.org/liana.

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SUMMARY: Robert Gautreaux, former Lafayette Parish School System construction director, was arrested on felony charges of filing false public records and injuring public records related to alleged forgery of contractor quotes for school projects. Gautreaux reportedly altered vendor documents to meet bid requirements for projects valued between $50,000 and $249,999 and attempted to cover up his actions. Despite awareness of the investigation, Superintendent Francis Touchet reassigned Gautreaux to a teaching role. Investigations revealed forged quotes involving multiple contractors, including a company hired without a license. Gautreaux faces up to five years in prison per count and fines; the probe remains ongoing.

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