Twins to Honor Hortmans, Hoffmans Ahead of Friday Night Game

Minnesota lawmakers seek to move forward, cope with grief over Rep. Hortman's killing

It’s been an emotional week for lawmakers in Minnesota as they process the shooting death of Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark.

Hundreds honor the Hortmans at candlelight vigil

A candlelight vigil in memory of Melissa and Mark Hortman took place at the steps of the Minnesota State Capitol from 8-9:30 p.m. June 18.

Twins to honor Hortmans, Hoffmans ahead of Friday night game

The Minnesota Twins pay tribute to Melissa Hortman and her husband before the game, honoring their legacy after their deaths.

University honors Hortmans, holds space for civic grief

The University of Minnesota held a service Wednesday afternoon to honor alumni Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, who were killed Saturday in what officials are calling a targeted act of political violence.  Leaders, administrators and members of the campus community gathered in Northrop Auditorium and reflected on Melissa and Mark Hortman’s contributions to public service. Speakers also recognized Senator John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette, w…

See moments from candlelight vigil for Minnesota State Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband

Mournerrs including Gov. Tim Walz gathered outside the Minnesota state Capitol building for a candlelight vigil to honor Melissa and Mark Hortman.

Candlelight vigil for Melissa and Mark Hortman

As soon as I got the assignment to cover Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark’s vigil, adrenaline began to course through my veins. In the second week of my first internship I was tasked with capturing a city in mourning. It hadn’t truly set in when I first got to the Capitol. Yes, I was shaking as I was taking photos of people hugging and crying, but I didn’t yet understand the depth of the pain. It still somehow felt distant.  Gov. Tim W…