Alabama Governor Kay Ivey has authorized that flags throughout the state be flown at half-staff in tribute to the victims of a deadly shooting at a Catholic school in Minneapolis.

The shooting, which killed two children and injured 17, happened at Annunciation Catholic School, just days after the first day of school there on Monday.

Of the 17 injured, police said 14 were children, with their ages ranging from 6 to 15. Authorities said they are all expected to survive.

"Our state and our nation are deeply saddened by this tragic loss of life, and we stand united in offering our prayers for the victims, their families and their community," said Gov. Ivey.

Flags may be flown at half-staff until sunset on Sunday, August 31.

The shooting comes as school years are starting across the U.S.,

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