Colo. shooting suspect appears dazed at hearing
24-year-old allegedly deployed gas canisters, shot at Aurora movie theater audience killing at least 12 and leaving 58 injured
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Obama talks gun control: "Common sense" needed
Addressing the National Urban League in New Orleans on Wednesday night, President Obama talked about gun control in light of the Aurora, Colo., shooting last week, stressing the importance of "common sense" solutions that do not encroach on Second Amendment rights.
Reddit founder on user-generated Aurora coverage
Alexis Ohanian, co-founder of Reddit, speaks to the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts about his website's user-generated coverage of the Aurora movie theater massacre, and his latest startup, "Breadpig."
Source: James Holmes mailed package with disturbing content
Aurora, Colo., shooting suspect James Holmes sent a package that allegedly telegraphed his intent to kill. Anna Werner reports.
FBI analyzes James Holmes package
The FBI is investigating a package sent by accused Colorado gunman James Holmes. CBS News senior correspondent John Miller spoke to Charlie Rose and Erica Hill about what the package might reveal.
Aurora suspect sent ominous letter
James Holmes, the suspect in the movie theater shooting that killed 12 people, mailed threatening letter to university
Neighbor's account suggests Holmes practiced shooting
Statements from a neighbor of James Holmes, the suspected gunman in the Colorado shooting, suggest that Holmes practiced firing his weapons before the movie theater rampage. Anna Werner reports.
Colo. victim struggles for life as wife gives birth
Caleb Medley shot in face, says father-in-law; family and friends ask for donations for couple without health insurance
James Holmes' mug shot released
24-year-old was apprehended by police shortly after mass shooting at movie theater in Aurora, Colo.
Source: Holmes letter warned of shooting
James Holmes, the man accused in the Colorado theater massacre, sent a letter to one of his professors in which he talked about shooting people and even included drawings of a gunman and his victims, reports John Miller.
Christian Bale visits Aurora
Christian Bale visits the mass-shooting memorial across the street from the Century 16 movie theater in Aurora, Colo.
Capitol Hill sounds off on gun control
Following the mass shooting in Aurora, Colo., the issue of gun control is again front and center on Capitol Hill. CBSNews.com compiled comments from Democrats and Republicans, including Speaker John Boehner and longtime advocate, Rep. Carolyn McCarthy.
Aurora probers push on
From digitally recreating the movie theater crime scene where the Aurora, Colo. massacre occurred to tracking suspect James Holmes' possible funding sources and going though his computer's hard drive, investigators remain hard at work. Charlie Rose and Erica Hill spoke with CBS News senior correspondent John Miller about their efforts.
First memorial service for Aurora victim
Gordon Cowden, 51, a father of two, was to be remembered. This, as investigators continue to gather evidence on the Aurora, Colo. massacre, actor Christian Bale, who stars in "The Dark Knight Rises," took time to visit victims and a memorial. Anna Werner reports.
Wife of wounded Colo. victim gives birth
Caleb Medley was shot in the eye during the Aurora, Colo., massacre, and while he was still in intensive care, his wife Katie gave birth to their first child: Hugo Jackson Medley
Does naming a shooting suspect glorify his crime?
Experts say the media should be careful to report on Holmes and his crime as news, not entertainment
Wife of Colo. shooting victim gives birth
Katie Medley, who was in the theater where her husband Caleb Medley was severely wounded during the Aurora shooting massacre, has given birth to a son. John Blackstone spoke with Michael West, a friend of the family, on Caleb's condition.
Colo. shooting victims' families plan goodbyes
After watching suspect James Holmes in the courtroom, the families of those killed must now plan their last goodbyes
Colo. shooting victims say gunman was shouting
Two women who were wounded in the movie theater massacre in Aurora, Colo., say the suspected gunman, James Holmes, was shouting at his victims in the theater. Barry Petersen reports on the latest in the slow-going investigation.
Miller: Aurora shooter must have practiced
Movie theater gunman had hit ratio twice what a police officer might achieve engaging with armed assailants in a street setting
Wife of badly wounded Colo. victim has baby
Caleb Medley was shot in an eye and is in ICU in same hospital where wife just gave birth to their first child, Hugo
Grandmother of youngest Colo. victim shares grief
Anna Moser thinks she might have babysat 6-year-old granddaughter had she been home, saving her from tragic end
Colo. shooting survivor gives birth
While movie massacre suspect James Holmes awaits his next court appearance, his lawyers are preparing his defense. Teresa Garcia reports from Aurora, Colo.
Carolyn McCarthy emotional response to Chris Christie "grandstanding" comment
Rep. Carolyn McCarthy (D-N.Y.), whose husband was killed and son seriously injured in a mass shooting in 1993, had a strong, emotional response to comments Gov. Chris Christie (R-N.J.) made that politicians were "grandstanding" after the shooting massacre in Aurora, Colo., last week.
Romney, Obama avoid gun control debate
After a couple of days off the campaign trail following the Aurora, Colo., shooting, both candidates avoided wading into a discussion of gun control
Crime
Navy vet's murder solved after suspect who gave DNA dies by suicide
A veteran's 1987 murder has been solved, after the now-deceased suspect's DNA matched evidence at the scene of the killing, authorities said.
Georgia execution delayed for hearing under new law that may reduce sentence
A Georgia judge has put an execution on hold to allow time for a hearing on whether the sentence should be reduced under a new state law that lets victims of abuse have their sentences reconsidered.
Man arrested for alleged ISIS plot
A 21-year-old Pennsylvania man has been arrested for allegedly plotting what could have been a "mass casualty attack" inspired by ISIS, federal officials say. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
Investigators believe fireworks triggered wildfire
In Washington state, investigators said they believe illegal fireworks, shot from the back of a pickup truck, sparked a nearly 10,000-acre deadly wildfire earlier this summer. Jason Allen reports.
Stolen Tesla barrels down boardwalk
A man racing a stolen Tesla down a crowded boardwalk hit a woman, setting off a wild chase involving lots of witnesses, including one recording it all on a pair of smart glasses. Jonah Kaplan reports.
FBI foils ISIS-inspired plot in Pennsylvania
The FBI said it thwarted a "mass casualty attack," inspired by ISIS, allegedly by a 21-year-old man in Pennsylvania. Agents allegedly tracked the young man to a hotel where they arrested him. It's the second ISIS-related plot to surface since August. Nicole Sganga reports.
FBI: Pennsylvania man was planning ISIS attack
A 21-year-old Pennsylvania man planned to carry out an ISIS-inspired "mass casualty attack" before being thwarted by the FBI, federal law enforcement officials say. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
8 women found dead in South Africa, sparking fears of serial killer
Authorities say the cases appear to be linked, although they did not confirm whether they are the work of the same killer.
FBI investigation thwarts "mass casualty attack" from man accused of ISIS allegiance
Federal officials said Jonathan Kramer had armed himself to carry out a mass casualty attack against the American people.
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Ross Fire still burning, with over 90,000 acres scorched
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
How Olympian Aly Raisman learned to advocate for her own health
In the latest episode of "Healthful," Olympic gold medalist Aly Raisman discusses what she's learned about speaking up for herself and taking care of her body.
Charlie Kirk's family blames Utah officials for failing to prevent his murder
The university has faced harsh criticism for a lack of key safety measures on the day of the shooting.
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A trusted seal made websites look legit. The weight-loss drug they sold wasn't.
Selling retatrutide commercially is prohibited by federal law. Yet, companies have promoted the drug on social media, thanks in part to being certified by LegitScript.
Georgia execution delayed for hearing under new law that may reduce sentence
A Georgia judge has put an execution on hold to allow time for a hearing on whether the sentence should be reduced under a new state law that lets victims of abuse have their sentences reconsidered.
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Own a car? You're getting socked by higher prices, and not only for gas
Car ownership costs have soared 50% since 2020, according to new economic data. Here's where motorists are getting dinged.
OpenAI backs measure that would require independent audits of AI models
Top OpenAI executive endorses plan that would require AI companies to submit their technology to third-party reviews to assess their safety.
Americans' incomes hit a record high in 2025. Now for the bad news.
The typical U.S. household's annual earnings have risen only 2.5% since 2019, new data from the Census Bureau shows.
Fed rate hike expected on Wednesday. See what it means for your money.
The Federal Reserve is likely to raise borrowing costs on Wednesday, and more hikes could be in store, according to economists.
Your home heating oil bill is likely to jump this winter. Here's why.
Millions of homeowners will face higher heating costs this winter because of surging global oil prices, according to a new forecast.
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U.S. adds sanctions on South Africa, alleging discrimination against White people
The Trump administration has announced that it will impose travel bans on officials it claims are responsible for discrimination against White people and other minority groups in South Africa.
House votes to limit Trump's power to strike Iran for 3rd time
The previous votes have failed to stop President Trump from waging war with Iran.
Mike Rogers speaks out after skipping Michigan Senate debate
The Republican says the event was a town hall he never committed to and was never on his schedule. He also faulted the moderator, saying you can't hold a "two-on-one event in a TV studio."
DOJ accuses Russian intel agents of plotting to murder U.S.-based dissident
The Justice Department is accusing several members of Russia's intelligence services of running a "global assassination network" that targeted Kremlin critics.
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Family blames Texas' "merciless" abortion ban for woman's death, sues Paxton, others
The family of 37-year-old Tierra Walker filed a lawsuit against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and others, saying she was denied an abortion that could have saved her life.
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How Olympian Aly Raisman learned to advocate for her own health
In the latest episode of "Healthful," Olympic gold medalist Aly Raisman discusses what she's learned about speaking up for herself and taking care of her body.
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A trusted seal made websites look legit. The weight-loss drug they sold wasn't.
Selling retatrutide commercially is prohibited by federal law. Yet, companies have promoted the drug on social media, thanks in part to being certified by LegitScript.
Outcome of employment lawsuit could promote use of skimpy health plans
A long-running lawsuit challenging what it means to be an employee and therefore have access to work-based health plans is being closely watched by health policy analysts.
Pennsylvania woman dies of measles complications, coroner reports
A 40-year-old woman died on Saturday from complications associated with measles, the coroner reported.
Strange symptom and a "weird" referral led to surprise Stage 4 cancer diagnosis
Kate Ping thought she was just stressed out. A nurse practitioner's surprising recommendation led to a shocking diagnosis.
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U.S. adds sanctions on South Africa, alleging discrimination against White people
The Trump administration has announced that it will impose travel bans on officials it claims are responsible for discrimination against White people and other minority groups in South Africa.
War-damaged Gaza building collapses, killing at least 20 people
Health officials in Gaza say a building damaged months ago by an Israeli strike has collapsed, killing people from 6 displaced families who had taken shelter inside.
House votes to limit Trump's power to strike Iran for 3rd time
The previous votes have failed to stop President Trump from waging war with Iran.
Coast Guard, FBI boarded Texas-bound oil tanker to investigate cyberattack
The U.S. has so far not attributed the potential breach to a specific actor, but Iranian state media amplified the story in the weeks following the attack.
DOJ accuses Russian intel agents of plotting to murder U.S.-based dissident
The Justice Department is accusing several members of Russia's intelligence services of running a "global assassination network" that targeted Kremlin critics.
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Ed Sheeran speaks out on Macklemore decision
Ed Sheeran spoke out Tuesday after facing backlash for dropping Macklemore from his tour following the rapper's pro-Palestinian statements onstage. Shanelle Kaul reports.
Ed Sheeran breaks silence amid controversy
The rapper Macklemore was bumped from Ed Sheeran's U.S. concert tour for pro-Palestinian comments that some say crossed a line into prejudice. Now, four additional supporting acts have quit in solidarity and the headliner has addressed the controversy. Carter Evans reports.
Ed Sheeran's supporting acts pull out of tour after Macklemore was dropped
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
Food & Wine unveils list of "Best New Chefs"
Food & Wine reveals its list of "Best New Chefs" this week. One of those talents is Masako Morishita of Perry's Restaurant in Washington, D.C., who joins to discuss her career move from NFL cheerleader to D.C. food icon and share one of her favorite recipes.
Elin Hilderbrand and daughter on latest book
Elin Hilderbrand, who wrote hit summer reads like "The Perfect Couple" and "28 Summers," joins "CBS Mornings" with her daughter Shelby Cunningham to discuss the latest book in their co-written The Academy Series, titled "The Thoroughbreds."
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OpenAI chief on tech safety efforts
Chris Lehane, the chief global affairs officer for OpenAI, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss recent tech leaders' efforts to address AI safety and regulations.
Expert weighs in on AI regulation
Artificial intelligence regulation has become a political flashpoint, with expert whistleblowers, frontier tech CEOs and some bipartisan politicians calling for government oversight. Meanwhile, President Trump has dismissed concerns that AI could threaten humanity. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns reports, and MIT professor and AI activist Max Tegmark shares his thoughts.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Calls to curb AI create unlikely alliances
Democratic Sen. Bernie Sanders and former Trump adviser Steve Bannon joined forces to call for a human-centric approach to artificial intelligence. Puck AI correspondent Ian Krietzberg weighs in on the AI regulation debate.
Sanders, Bannon call for AI guardrails
Sen. Bernie Sanders and Steve Bannon both called for tighter AI regulation at Tuesday's "pro-human" AI summit in Washington, D.C. Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
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Anthropic CEO says "exponential" growth of AI is a "warning sign"
Artificial intelligence technology is developing at an "exponential" rate, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News, calling the situation a "warning sign" for the industry that requires serious safeguards.
First-ever adult T. rex trackway found in North Dakota
Paleontologists have identified the first known trackway made by a full-grown Tyrannosaurus rex, and the discovery was made in the North Dakota badlands.
Ig Nobel prizes go to scientists studying cockroach milk, nose-blowing, more
Ten research teams were honored at a satirical science awards ceremony that was hosted outside the U.S. for the first time due to travel concerns. A study of cockroach milk was among the winners.
Vote on the fattest marmot now
Marmots, not bears, are the largest "true" hibernating mammal, UCLA marmot researchers Katie Adler and Emily Renkey say. The two share more fun facts about these cute creatures and explain how to vote for the fattest marmot.
NASA plans to launch new space telescope
NASA's new telescope could change the way we see space. With a wide-field camera that will reveal an area up to 200 times larger than the Hubble Space Telescope, and an orbit a million miles from Earth, the Nancy Grace Roman telescope is expected to find tens of thousands of unknown exoplanets.
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Navy vet's murder solved after suspect who gave DNA dies by suicide
A veteran's 1987 murder has been solved, after the now-deceased suspect's DNA matched evidence at the scene of the killing, authorities said.
Georgia execution delayed for hearing under new law that may reduce sentence
A Georgia judge has put an execution on hold to allow time for a hearing on whether the sentence should be reduced under a new state law that lets victims of abuse have their sentences reconsidered.
Man arrested for alleged ISIS plot
A 21-year-old Pennsylvania man has been arrested for allegedly plotting what could have been a "mass casualty attack" inspired by ISIS, federal officials say. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
Investigators believe fireworks triggered wildfire
In Washington state, investigators said they believe illegal fireworks, shot from the back of a pickup truck, sparked a nearly 10,000-acre deadly wildfire earlier this summer. Jason Allen reports.
Stolen Tesla barrels down boardwalk
A man racing a stolen Tesla down a crowded boardwalk hit a woman, setting off a wild chase involving lots of witnesses, including one recording it all on a pair of smart glasses. Jonah Kaplan reports.
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NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
Roman Space Telescope promises 300-megapixel views of the cosmos
The $4.3 billion telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of exoplanets while probing the nature of mysterious dark matter and energy.
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
NASA images show 60-foot-wide crater on moon after SpaceX rocket booster crash
A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket.
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House votes to limit Trump's war powers
The House voted for a third time to restrict President Trump's power to strike Iran. Meanwhile, GOP Rep. Thomas Massie introduced articles of impeachment against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. CBS News' Eleanor Watson reports.
Latest on Trump-Kennedy Center fight
A judge blocked President Trump's name from being added to the Kennedy Center facade again on Tuesday. Later in the day, the institution's board voted to close the venue for renovations. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi explains.
Maye Musk on resilience and motherhood
Maye Musk, supermodel and mother to Elon Musk, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her new memoir, "Timeless: The Art of Reinvention and Resilience at Any Age."
How 9/11 reshaped FBI counterterrorism
FBI Deputy Director Christopher Raia discusses how the bureau has expanded its counterterrorism resources since the 9/11 attacks, the evolving nature of threats, and Iran's use of asymmetric warfare tactics.
Previewing Fed's interest rate decision
The Federal Reserve is expected to raise interest rates for the first time in three years on Wednesday. CBS News business contributor Javier David explains more.