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The Uvalde school massacre lasted at least 40 minutes

Local and state officials in Texas release more information, while Americans across the nation continue to express shock and grief at the massacre.
People mourn Wednesday as they attend a vigil for the victims of the mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas.

Community members are mourning and law enforcement is still looking for answers two days after an 18-year-old gunman shot and killed 19 children and two adults at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas.

On Wednesday, officials released new details about the gunman's actions before and during the shooting, though they are still looking for a motive.

Meanwhile, Uvalde residents gathered in an arena to honor the victims and comfort their neighbors. And as the nation reels, people are looking for ways to help the community and prevent future tragedies.

Here's where things stand on Thursday morning.

The shooter sent social media messages about his plans

The gunman shot his grandmother in the face and posted on social media

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