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Texas school shooting is among deadliest in U.S. history
In 2020, there were more than 19,000 gun-related homicides in the U.S., according to the most recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. That's an average of 53 per day. There have been 213 mass shootings so far this year. The death toll in school mass shootings is also startling -- since the Sandy Hook massacre in 2012, 77 students have been killed.
Biden speaks on Texas school shooting
President Biden spoke Tuesday night from the White House after a gunman opened fire at a Texas elementary school, killing at least 18 children and one adult. The president said of America's gun violence, "I'm sick and tired of it. It's just sick." Watch his full remarks in this CBS News Special Report.
Buffalo honors heroic security guard at funeral
A funeral was held for one of the victims in the Buffalo supermarket mass shooting. Security guard Aaron Salter was shot and killed when he tried to protect customers from the gunman. Jericka Duncan reports.
Second federal baby formula shipment arrives in U.S.
Another massive shipment of hypoallergenic baby formula arrived in the U.S. and could be shipped as early as this weekend to retailers, hospitals and families in need. The Food and Drug Administration appointed an independent investigator to look into delays that led to the shortage of formula.
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What we know about the victims of the Uvalde school shooting
19 children and two teachers are dead and several more injured after a gunman opened fire at a Texas elementary school.
Watch Live: Trial between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard continues
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
Gunman posted messages minutes before school shooting, governor says
The gunman, identified as an 18-year-old man from the area, was killed by law enforcement, police say.
Biden says "the Second Amendment is not absolute"
President Biden said he and first lady Jill Biden will travel to Uvalde Texas "in the coming days."
Police response to Texas school shooting questioned
Frustrated onlookers say officers didn't enter the school quickly enough but authorities praised the courage of those who went inside and said they did so as soon as circumstances allowed.
11 newborns killed as fire tears through hospital in Senegal
The nation's president said only three infants could be saved from the blaze, which a local official blamed on an electrical short circuit.
Texas school shooting the subject of "horrifying" conspiracy theories
It happened after Sandy Hook, Parkland, Orlando and Buffalo. Uvalde is no exception.
Minneapolis renames intersection to honor George Floyd
The renaming was followed by a candlelight vigil at a nearby ceremony.
Josh Duggar gets over 12 years in prison at child porn sentencing
Duggar's large family was the focus of TLC's "19 Kids and Counting" reality show, which was canceled in 2015 following molestation allegations.
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CBS News team and Ukrainian troops duck for cover from Russian artillery
The farming village near the city of Kherson was taken back from Russia's occupying forces weeks ago. As CBS News' Imtiaz Tyab discovered, it's still being punished.
CBS News' Holly Williams on reporting from Ukraine's front line
The CBS News senior foreign correspondent talks with "Intelligence Matters" host Michael Morell about her reporting in Ukraine over the last eight years, since 2014.
Ukraine's Zelenskyy voices "personal" grief over "awful shooting in Texas"
The president who's gained global respect as a war-time leader said he felt a "personal tragedy" seeing American kids murdered "in peaceful times."
Inside the Ukrainian lab behind Russia's biological weapons lies
CBS News tours a government facility in Kyiv that Russia claims the U.S. was using as a "biological war lab."
One Ukrainian fighter's journey from the boardroom to the battlefield
Seva Kozhmyako was a wealthy businessman before the Russian invasion. His story highlights a key battlefield advantage he says Ukraine has over Russia.
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Trauma surgeon recounts operating on victims of school shooting
"Sadly, we were prepared for and thought we would get more patients than we did," Dr. Lillian Liao told CBS News.
Firefighters rescue newborn elk from ashes of massive wildfire
"Cinder" was discovered at a tender days-old age with his umbilical cord still attached, a veterinarian said.
Texas school shooting draws cries of grief and disbelief from world leaders
"It's just hard to imagine, hard to fathom, how a great nation like the United States can go on like this," said French President Emmanuel Macron.
FDA chief struggles to explain slow response on baby formula
Commissioner Robert Califf admitted the agency's reaction was "too slow," while a formula maker exec apologized to parents.
Miami Heat urge fans at playoff game to demand gun reform
At a playoff game against the Boston Celtics, the teams PA announcer urged people to contact their state's senators, in the wake of the Texas school shooting.
Mysterious "accident" at an Iranian weapons facility kills an engineer
Defense Ministry says the "accident" struck the Parchin military research center, where the global nuclear agency suspectes Iran once conducted explosives tests.
Oklahoma governor signs nation's strictest abortion ban
Two of Oklahoma's four abortion clinics already stopped providing abortions after the governor signed a six-week ban earlier this month.
Texas bar seeks to punish Ken Paxton for election lawsuit
The state bar is suing Paxton over his petition to the Supreme Court to block Joe Biden's victory in the 2020 election.
Naturally Made with Love items aid patrons
Initially, entrepreneur Jennifer Woodruff was looking for natural products to help heal the eczema her young son, Elijah, was coping with. That search led to Woodruff making body butters and other products for friends and family. Ultimately, she founded her small business, Naturally Made With Love. The Atlanta-based e-commerce shop now sells body oils, beard balms and soaps with more products in the works.
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More baby formula will soon hit store shelves, FDA says
Abbott Nutrition and U.K.-based Kendal Nutricare plan to ship more than 2 million cans of formula.
Climate change case against Exxon can proceed, court rules
Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey says oil giant misled investors about the risks posed by global warming.
One legacy of COVID-19: More cash for Americans in need
Guaranteed income programs are sprouting up around the U.S. One mayor calls them "a form of economic resilience."
Pfizer lowers drug prices for some of world's poorest nations
"Supply was not enough to resolve the issues that these countries are having," Pfizer's CEO said at Davos.
Property taxes too high? Here's how to appeal your tax bill.
U.S. counties and cities are reassessing property values as home prices soar, leading to bigger tax bills for some.
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Probe reveals details of boozy parties at U.K. leader's house during COVID lockdown
Prime Minister Boris Johnson told indignant lawmakers he'd "learned a lesson," but the "best thing now for our country is to move forward together."
"Long COVID" symptoms affect 1 in 4 seniors after infection, study finds
Respiratory symptoms and musculoskeletal pain were the most common lingering health issues reported.
Airbnb ends rentals in China as country enforces "zero-COVID"
The Chinese government has blocked foreign tourists from visiting the country since the pandemic hit in early 2020.
Pfizer says 3 of its COVID shots give kids under 5 strong protection
The company says it will give U.S. regulators the data soon. Moderna is already seeking U.S. clearance to vaccinate kids 5 and under.
3 Air Force cadets who refused vaccine won't be commissioned
The three cadets will get degrees but "will not be commissioned into the United States Air Force as long as they remain unvaccinated," an Academy spokesperson said.
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How to talk to kids about school shootings
Dr. Jamie Howard, senior clinical psychologist at the Child Mind Institute, joins "CBS Mornings" with advice on how parents can talk with their kids about the mass shooting at a Texas elementary school, and what to do if their kids have fears and anxieties about going to school.
Sandy Hook mother on Texas school shooting
Nelba Márquez-Greene's daughter Ana Grace was killed at Sandy Hook Elementary School in 2012, and she joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her reaction to the mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in Texas.
Uvalde congressman on school shooting
Representative Tony Gonzales, who represents Uvalde's district, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss a deadly mass shooting at Robb Elementary School.
Senator Murphy on Texas shooting
Democratic Senator Chris Murphy joins “CBS Mornings” to react to the school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. He discusses the next steps for Congress on gun safety legislation and background checks.
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Minneapolis renames intersection to honor George Floyd
The renaming was followed by a candlelight vigil at a nearby ceremony.
Rally, vigil planned for 2nd anniversary of George Floyd's killing
The intersection of 38th and Chicago streets became known informally as George Floyd Square in the wake of his death.
Amanda Gorman pens poem in wake of Texas school shooting
At least 19 children and two adults were killed in the deadliest elementary school shooting since Sandy Hook.
Victims identified in Texas school shooting
Many parents of students at Robb Elementary School are still waiting to hear about their children, but the names of some victims are starting to emerge. Lilia Luciano has more.
At least 21 dead in Texas school shooting
Students and teachers at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas became the latest casualties of America's scourge of gun violence Tuesday. At least 19 children are dead along with 2 adults. Janet Shamlian reports from Uvalde.
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Inside the English pub's comeback from COVID
British pubs were on the decline before COVID-19 and the pandemic looked to be last call for these cornerstones of British community life. But as the pandemic winds down and England reopens, the British are realizing just how much they missed their locals. Jon Wertheim reports.
Climate change altering Europe’s vineyards
Climate change is jolting the wine industry. Lesley Stahl reports on how the economics, practices and in some cases even the flavors of wine are being altered by our shifting climate.
Chicago students and parents get free college
“Education is the single most powerful way to disrupt generational poverty,” says the head of Hope Chicago.
Why are so many drugs in short supply?
Bill Whitaker reports on the pharmaceutical companies, hospitals and the middlemen in between that feed a cycle in which patients trying to get many generic drugs end up losers.
The Uplift — Stories That Inspire
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The Uplift — Stories That Inspire
Land artist Jon Foreman, whose canvas is a beach
Artist Jon Foreman finds inspiration in nature and a receding tide, using rocks that he finds, or raked sand, to turn the beaches of Wales into spectacular designs that are destined to be washed away. Correspondent Seth Doane reports on landscape art that is stunning – and fleeting.
Pediatric nurse uses healing power of music to bring kids joy
As a kid, Manny Remilus was in and out of the hospital, and the nurses there made his stays easier. He wanted to do the same for the next generation.
High school student runs sub-4 minute mile, breaking record
Gary Martin has gotten extremely close to breaking this record during other track meets this year, but at a meet on Monday, he finally did it.
A congresswoman thought she was filming an ad. She was getting engaged
Mace was hesitant to knock on the door at first, not wanting to surprise the residents inside by showing up with her camera crew. But the person who opened the door shocked her.
Strangers help stop car when driver suffers medical episode
Several people worked together to stop the car as it rolled forward.
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Are the Kids All Right?: Gen(der) Z
For an unprecedented number of young people in Gen Z, gender is a social construct that needs dismantling. In this CBS Reports documentary, we follow four teens with diverse gender identities to see how they are dealing with and experiencing a world that’s redefining gender.
Are the Kids All Right?: Free Speech
Is free speech under threat? CBS Reports explores that question with members of Gen Z, many of whom say their right to free expression is eroding.
Are the Kids All Right?: The Internet
Gen Z is the first generation to go from birth through adolescence completely connected. This episode of the CBS Reports documentary series "Are the Kids All Right?" reveals the toll the online world is taking on kids’ self-esteem and self-control, as well as how some intrepid teens are trying to reshape their generation's relationship with technology.
Are the Kids All Right?: Racism
A racial reckoning is happening in America, but the voices of kids and teens are often missing from that conversation. In this episode of the CBS Reports documentary series "Are the Kids All Right?" young people from across the country share their perspectives on race and firsthand experiences with racism in the U.S. today.
Are the Kids All Right?: Chasing Fame
"Chasing Fame" is the first episode of a new CBS Reports documentary series that explores the transformational shifts faced by today's youth — in their own words — to answer the question: "Are the Kids All Right?" "Chasing Fame" looks at the toll chasing social media fame can take on teens.
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The next PS5 restock is Friday: What you need to know to finally score a PlayStation 5
Looking to buy a PS5? Here's a handy guide for tracking restocks at Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, Gamestop and more.
Best washers and dryer deals in 2022, including huge discounts on Samsung
Shop the best washers and dryers from LG, Samsung and Maytag.
Best Ikea alternatives at Amazon
These Amazon picks include free two-day shipping and Ikea's similar budget-friendly prices.
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Funerals instead of graduation after Texas school shooting
In the wake of a deadly mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, the community is almost entirely focused on planning vigils, funerals, and fundraisers.
Watch Live: Testimony continues in civil trial between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
Gunman posted messages minutes before school shooting, governor says
The gunman, identified as an 18-year-old man from the area, was killed by law enforcement, police said.
What we know about the victims of the Uvalde school shooting
19 children and two teachers are dead and several more injured after a gunman opened fire at a Texas elementary school.
Texas school shooting the subject of "horrifying" conspiracy theories
It happened after Sandy Hook, Parkland, Orlando and Buffalo. Uvalde is no exception.
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One legacy of COVID-19: More cash for Americans in need
Guaranteed income programs are sprouting up around the U.S. One mayor calls them "a form of economic resilience."
Twitter deceived people about how it used their data, FTC says
Feds allege the social media service cited security reasons in asking for phone numbers and emails, but used the info for ads.
More peanut butter products made with recalled Jif pulled
Federal officials warn against eating any of dozens of food items because of a multi-state salmonella outbreak.
FDA chief struggles to explain slow response on baby formula
Commissioner Robert Califf admitted the agency's reaction was "too slow," while a formula maker exec apologized to parents.
Inflation to last into 2023, says Congressional Budget Office
CBO's forecast suggests that inflation will slow from current annual levels of 8.3%, yet it would still be dramatically above a long-term baseline of 2.3%.
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Texas school shooting the subject of "horrifying" conspiracy theories
It happened after Sandy Hook, Parkland, Orlando and Buffalo. Uvalde is no exception.
Biden's nominee to lead national firearm regulator faces Senate committee
If confirmed, Steven Dettelbach will be the ATF's first official director in seven years
Texas bar seeks to punish Ken Paxton for election lawsuit
The state bar is suing Paxton over his petition to the Supreme Court to block Joe Biden's victory in the 2020 election.
Texas gun laws allow 18-year-olds to buy AR-15s, the weapons used in Uvalde shooting
The gunman legally purchased two AR-style rifles at a local federal firearms licensee on May 17 and on May 20, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.
Oklahoma governor signs nation's strictest abortion ban
Two of Oklahoma's four abortion clinics already stopped providing abortions after the governor signed a six-week ban earlier this month.
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New link between mental health and arthritis
Clinical health psychologist Dr. Natalie Datillo explains how patients can make connections to reduce pain and increase mobility.
Oklahoma governor signs nation's strictest abortion ban
Two of Oklahoma's four abortion clinics already stopped providing abortions after the governor signed a six-week ban earlier this month.
Second federal baby formula shipment arrives in U.S.
Another massive shipment of hypoallergenic baby formula arrived in the U.S. and could be shipped as early as this weekend to retailers, hospitals and families in need. The Food and Drug Administration appointed an independent investigator to look into delays that led to the shortage of formula.
Trauma surgeon recounts operating on victims of school shooting
"Sadly, we were prepared for and thought we would get more patients than we did," Dr. Lillian Liao told CBS News.
More baby formula will soon hit store shelves, FDA says
Abbott Nutrition and U.K.-based Kendal Nutricare plan to ship more than 2 million cans of formula.
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CBS News team and Ukrainian troops duck for cover from Russian artillery
The farming village near the city of Kherson was taken back from Russia's occupying forces weeks ago. As CBS News' Imtiaz Tyab discovered, it's still being punished.
11 newborns killed as fire tears through hospital in Senegal
The nation's president said only three infants could be saved from the blaze, which a local official blamed on an electrical short circuit.
Mysterious "accident" at an Iranian weapons facility kills an engineer
Defense Ministry says the "accident" struck the Parchin military research center, where the global nuclear agency suspectes Iran once conducted explosives tests.
Texas school shooting draws cries of grief and disbelief from world leaders
"It's just hard to imagine, hard to fathom, how a great nation like the United States can go on like this," said French President Emmanuel Macron.
Probe reveals details of boozy parties at U.K. leader's house during COVID lockdown
Prime Minister Boris Johnson told indignant lawmakers he'd "learned a lesson," but the "best thing now for our country is to move forward together."
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Watch Live: Testimony continues in civil trial between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
Johnny Depp calls ex-wife Amber Heard's allegations "cruel and all false"
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
Amber Heard's attorneys rest case as civil trial continues
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
Aerosmith cancels Vegas shows after Steven Tyler enters rehab
In a statement shared on Twitter, the rock band said Steven Tyler has entered a treatment program and would be unable to perform.
Auction of iconic "Wizard of Oz" dress blocked by priest's family
Catholic University was set to auction off the dress, which has an estimated value between $800,000 and $1.2 million. But the niece of the late Father Glibert Hartke says the school doesn't own it.
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Twitter deceived people about how it used their data, FTC says
Feds allege the social media service cited security reasons in asking for phone numbers and emails, but used the info for ads.
Social media and the Texas school shooting
Texas Governor Greg Abbott says the school shooting suspect posted several messages about his plans on Facebook minutes before the attack. The company says they were private chat messages. CBS News tech reporter Dan Patterson has the latest on that part of the investigation.
Kids talk impact of cell phones
Nate Burleson sits down with kids to discuss the affects of cell phones and social media on their growth and development. They address the pressures of having a cell phone at an early age.
Activision Blizzard workers vote to unionize, an industry first
Microsoft, which is in the process of buying the Call of Duty publisher for nearly $69 billion, says it will not interfere.
Mark Zuckerberg sued over Cambridge Analytica
Washington D.C. attorney general Karl Racine is suing Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg over his alleged involvement in the Cambridge Analytica scandal. The lawsuit accuses Zuckerberg of directly participating in decision-making that allowed the Trump-allied political consulting firm to steal personal data of millions of Facebook users. CBS News tech reporter Dan Patterson joins Tanya Rivero and Tony Dokoupil with details.
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Chanting climate change activists disrupt Shell shareholders meeting
Some sang "We will, we will stop you!" to the tune of Queen's 1977 rock anthem "We will rock you." Some glued themselves to their seats.
U.S. and Japan teaming to put first Japanese astronaut on moon
No non-American has ever touched down on the lunar surface, and Japan has previously said it hopes to achieve a Moon landing by the end of this decade.
"Efficient predator": Invasive green crab found in new area
The Carcinus maenas — or "raving mad crab" — preys on juvenile clams, out-competes native crab species and wreaks havoc on marine ecosystems.
Major climate indicators set "alarming" records in 2021, U.N. says
The ocean is more acidic than it's been in 26,000 years and hotter than ever as greenhouse gases continue to flood the atmosphere. Here's what it could mean for the climate crisis.
Who will suffer the most as climate change fuels heat waves in India?
As scientists warn heat waves are 100 times more likely in the region, millions of workers can't afford to take a day off, even if the heat could kill them.
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Funerals instead of graduation after Texas school shooting
In the wake of a deadly mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, the community is almost entirely focused on planning vigils, funerals, and fundraisers.
Minneapolis renames intersection to honor George Floyd
The renaming was followed by a candlelight vigil at a nearby ceremony.
Texas school shooting the subject of "horrifying" conspiracy theories
It happened after Sandy Hook, Parkland, Orlando and Buffalo. Uvalde is no exception.
Police response to Texas school shooting questioned
Frustrated onlookers say officers didn't enter the school quickly enough but authorities praised the courage of those who went inside and said they did so as soon as circumstances allowed.
Man charged with attempted murder for allegedly hitting 3 children with car
A bomb squad found "several containers of flammable liquid" in the suspect's vehicle, which police had initially described as "incendiary devices."
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Boeing Starliner ends test flight with pinpoint landing
SpaceX launched 59 small payloads while Boeing wrapped up its Starliner space station flight
Boeing's Starliner catches up with space station
For the first time, two U.S. astronaut ferry ships, from two different vendors are docked at space station.
Boeing Starliner capsule sets off after space station
Grounded earlier by software bugs and corroded valves, Boeing says the Starliner is finally ready for flight.
Boeing Starliner capsule poised for high-stakes flight
NASA is confident Boeing's Starliner astronaut ferry ship is finally ready for prime time.
InSight Mars lander nears the end of the road
NASA expects dwindling power to shut down the InSight Mars lander by the end of the year.
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What Happened to Tara Grinstead?
A beloved Georgia H.S. teacher went missing in 2005. Over 11 years later, an unexpected arrest -- but will we ever know the truth of what happened?
The best jobs in America in 2022, ranked
Glassdoor recently unveiled its list... and it's not all tech.
The best places to work in 2022, ranked
It's not only tech companies that continue to win over employees with flexible work environments, good pay and better benefits.
How police tracked an old work truck to find Jennifer Dulos' alleged killer
After scouring 12 hours of grainy surveillance footage, investigators say they found the way Fotis Dulos drove the 70 miles to murder his wife.
25 transgender athletes you should know
These athletes are making waves in the worlds of athletics and advocacy.
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Are the Kids All Right?: Gen(der) Z
For an unprecedented number of young people in Gen Z, gender is a social construct that needs dismantling. In this CBS Reports documentary, we follow four teens with diverse gender identities to see how they are dealing with and experiencing a world that’s redefining gender.
Police response to school shooting questioned
A young man who lives across the street from the Texas elementary school where 19 children and 2 teachers were killed tells The Associated Press he urged police to charge into the school when he saw the gunman run in. He claims the officers did not go in. Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt has signed this country's strictest abortion law. And Boeing's Starliner capsule landed back on Earth just four hours after leaving the International Space Station.
5/25: Red and Blue
Texas school shooting leaves 19 kids and two adults dead; Military to rename nine U.S. bases
Survivor of 2002 mass shooting reflects
In 2002, three people were killed and three others were injured at the Appalachian School of Law in southwest Virginia. Twenty years later, the U.S. is still experiencing similar mass shootings at schools. Peter Tsaharidis was a student at the Appalachian School of Law. He joined CBS News' Lana Zak to discuss how he feels in the wake of the shooting in Uvalde, Texas.
Exploring gun violence prevention
Following the deadliest school shooting in nearly a decade, many Americans are once again calling for new gun control legislation. Adam Skaggs, chief counsel and policy director for the Giffords Law Center, spoke with CBS News' Lana Zak about what can be done to prevent another shooting.