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Texas school rampage renews push for "red flag" laws
"Red flag" laws, which empower a judge to take away a firearm from anyone who poses an extreme risk to others or themselves, are getting renewed attention after the Texas school shooting. One mother speaks out about how she tried to prevent her son from getting more firearms before he killed eight people. Adriana Diaz takes a look.
NRA holds convention days after Texas massacre
Just days after the massacre in Uvalde, Texas, the National Rifle Association held its annual convention in Houston. Former President Donald Trump headlined the event's opening day. Robert Costa reports.
Texas officials: "Wrong decision" at school
The director of the Texas Department of Public Safety acknowledged a delay in officers breaching the classrooms at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde where a gunman shot and killed 19 children and two teachers, calling it the "wrong decision." Inside, children were calling 911 to plead for help. Watch his briefing in this CBS News Special Report anchored by Margaret Brennan.
Severe weather, gas prices impacting holiday travel
Nearly 40 million Americans will travel over Memorial Day weekend, AAA estimates. While inflation and gas prices aren't keeping them home, severe weather could delay travel plans. Errol Barnett has more.
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Delay in breaching classroom during school shooting was "wrong decision," official says
Nearly 20 officers were in a hallway for more than 45 minutes before agents used a master key to open a door and confront the gunman, authorities said.
Official provides detailed timeline of school shooting, police response
A top law enforcement official provided the most detailed description yet of what happened during the deadly Texas school shooting.
At NRA forum, Trump mocks GOP leaders who didn't attend
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, Sen. John Cornyn and other politicians and musicians decided not to go to the NRA event after the mass shooting in Uvalde on Tuesday.
Jury starts deliberations in lawsuit 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."
A mother whose son killed 8 speaks out amid renewed push for "red flag" laws
A mother in Indiana believes eight people killed at a FedEx facility would still be alive if prosecutors had prevented her son from buying more guns.
Maker of rifle used in Uvalde withdraws from NRA convention
"This week is not the appropriate time to be promoting our products," an executive said in an email.
At least 4 states now offering monkeypox vaccine to at-risk contacts
Health officials are responding to at least 12 monkeypox cases identified in eight different states.
Officials continuing to investigate deaths at Bahamas resort
Sandals Resort has said it will install carbon monoxide monitors in all its rooms, following the incident.
Outrage over death of Black man seen held in gas-filled police vehicle
A relative told local media that Brazilian Federal Highway Police trapped Genivaldo de Jesus Santos in their SUV with a tear gas bomb during "a torture session."
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U.S. leaning toward meeting Ukraine's desperate plea for "heavy weapons"
As Ukraine's top diplomat says the only battlefield advantage Russia has is a stockpile of big artillery, a U.S. official tells CBS News that Washington may try to help.
U.S. stymied trying to seize oligarch's yacht in Fiji
The ship's crew "are refusing to sail" with U.S. authorities, according to a court document.
Ukraine video shows massive shelling: "Most horrific war of the 21st century"
Ukraine's defense ministry says "Ukraine is ready to strike back" — but can only do so it gets NATO-style multiple launch rocket systems.
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.
Russia's ruble is the strongest currency in the world this year
After its value plunged to less than a U.S. penny, the ruble is now trading 30% higher than before Russia attacked Ukraine. Why?
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Mother of child killed in Texas: "Her favorite color was green"
"This horrific and senseless nightmare that I just can't seem to wake up from has absolutely crushed and debilitated my life and heart," Maite's mom said. "...[She was] my very best friend."
Trump election interference grand jury to hear from Raffensperger
The Georgia secretary of state has been summoned to appear before a special grand jury Thursday.
Prescribed burns caused massive New Mexico fire, report finds
The fire has destroyed at least 330 homes as flames raged through nearly 500 square miles.
Anonymous donor to pay for funerals of Texas school shooting victims
Nineteen students and two teachers died in the shooting at Robb Elementary School.
Fraternity members acquitted of most serious charges in hazing death of Stone Foltz
Two fraternity members were acquitted of involuntary manslaughter and reckless homicide but convicted of several hazing-related counts.
How to participate in Taps Across America
CBS is asking people to sound Taps at 3 p.m. on Memorial Day.
Harry Styles announces partnership with Everytown for Gun Safety
Styles pledged to donate to the nonprofit organization and share "their suggested action items."
I tested positive for COVID, so I interviewed Dr. Fauci
"If you were not vaccinated and double-boosted, then you would have had a much more severe outcome than you have right now," he told me.
5 GOP candidates for Michigan governor barred over invalid signatures
A Michigan business owner has filed a lawsuit to try to get on Michigan's August primary ballot.
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House hunters take note: The market is starting to cool
Mortgage applications are down and home sales have slumped as rising mortgage rates scare away some potential buyers.
New York accuses 30 retailers of price-gouging for baby formula
Amid a nationwide shortage, the state's top prosecutor said she is going after retailers who overcharge for essential nutrition.
The 25 highest-paying internships in 2022, ranked
With compensation reaching up to nearly $10,000 per month, these internships are big deals.
Key inflation gauge eases for the first time since 2020
Although U.S. inflation remains painfully high, two closely watched barometers suggest prices are moderating.
NRA, long viewed as invincible, faces shrinking membership
Gun rights organization, which holds its annual conference this weekend, is attracting renewed scrutiny after Uvalde massacre.
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I tested positive for COVID, so I interviewed Dr. Fauci
"If you were not vaccinated and double-boosted, then you would have had a much more severe outcome than you have right now," Fauci told CBS News' Major Garrett.
White House touts efforts to expand COVID test-to-treat sites amid latest wave
The moves come in the midst of a surge of COVID hospitalizations among the oldest Americans.
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."
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."
"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.
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Police: "Wrong decision" to delay confronting gunman
The head of the Texas Department of Public Safety said it was "the wrong decision" by the onsite commander to not immediately enter a classroom and confront the gunman because he mistakenly believed children were no longer at risk. Inside the room, a desperate child repeatedly called 911 for help. Lilia Luciano has the latest.
NRA holds convention days after Texas massacre
Just days after the massacre in Uvalde, Texas, the National Rifle Association held its annual convention in Houston. Former President Donald Trump headlined the event's opening day. Robert Costa reports.
Texas school rampage renews push for "red flag" laws
"Red flag" laws, which empower a judge to take away a firearm from anyone who poses an extreme risk to others or themselves, are getting renewed attention after the Texas school shooting. One mother speaks out about how she tried to prevent her son from getting more firearms before he killed eight people. Adriana Diaz takes a look.
Severe weather, gas prices impacting holiday travel
Nearly 40 million Americans will travel over Memorial Day weekend, AAA estimates. While inflation and gas prices aren't keeping them home, severe weather could delay travel plans. Errol Barnett has more.
Severe storms could damper Memorial Day weekend
Severe thunderstorms, heavy rain and damaging winds are possible in the Northeast over Memorial Day weekend. Weather Channel meteorologist Chris Warren has the forecast.
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Mattel's first transgender Barbie designed after Laverne Cox
In celebration of her birthday, Barbie is also making a donation in Cox's name to TransFamilySOS, a nonprofit that is on a mission to create a more gender affirming and accepting community.
Families cope with tragedy in Texas
Lilia Luciano speaks with the heartbroken families of Tuesday’s Texas school shooting where a gunman killed two adults and 19 children—including 10-year-old Jose Flores.
Tony nominee Jesse Williams on Broadway debut
Actor Jesse Williams joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his Tony-nominated Broadway debut in "Take Me Out." He discusses the vulnerabilities of this new role, including performing nude.
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.
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LeBron James surprises Ohio kids on their last day of school
When LeBron James walked into the I Promise School in Akron, Ohio, the kids went wild.
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.
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Reverb: Gun Fight | CBS Reports
CBS Reports explores gun violence victims' fight to pass gun control laws in Virginia in the wake of mass shootings and the armed resistance determined to stop them from passing.
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.
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Harry Styles announces partnership with Everytown for Gun Safety
Styles pledged to donate to the nonprofit organization and share "their suggested action items."
Delay in breaching classroom during school shooting was "wrong decision," official says
Nearly 20 officers were in a hallway for more than 45 minutes before agents used a master key to open a door and confront the gunman, authorities said.
Anonymous donor to pay for funerals of Texas school shooting victims
Nineteen students and two teachers died in the shooting at Robb Elementary School.
Prescribed burns caused massive New Mexico fire, report finds
The fire has destroyed at least 330 homes as flames raged through nearly 500 square miles.
Trump election interference grand jury to hear from Raffensperger
The Georgia secretary of state has been summoned to appear before a special grand jury Thursday.
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Maker of rifle used in Uvalde withdraws from NRA convention
"This week is not the appropriate time to be promoting our products," an executive said in an email.
Russia's ruble is the strongest currency in the world this year
After its value plunged to less than a U.S. penny, the ruble is now trading 30% higher than before Russia attacked Ukraine. Why?
Some U.S. counties requiring warning signs where guns are sold
If signs prevent one suicide, homicide or unintentional death of a child, they're worth it, says county legislator.
Wall Street breaks 7-week losing streak — longest since 2001
Investors cheered by economic data showing that inflation slowed in April for the first time since November 2020.
New York accuses 30 retailers of price-gouging for baby formula
Amid a nationwide shortage, the state's top prosecutor said she is going after retailers who overcharge for essential nutrition.
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At NRA forum, Trump mocks GOP leaders who didn't attend
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, Sen. John Cornyn and other politicians and musicians decided not to go to the NRA event after the mass shooting in Uvalde on Tuesday.
Trump election interference grand jury to hear from Raffensperger
The Georgia secretary of state has been summoned to appear before a special grand jury Thursday.
5 Republican candidates for Michigan governor barred from ballot over invalid signatures
A Michigan business owner has filed a lawsuit to try to get on Michigan's August primary ballot.
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 29, 2022
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Pennsylvania Senate GOP primary recount begins
Barely 900 votes separate celebrity heart surgeon Dr. Mehmet Oz from former hedge fund CEO David McCormick.
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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.
At least 4 states now offering monkeypox vaccine to at-risk contacts
Health officials are responding to at least 13 monkeypox cases identified in eight different states.
Dr. Anthony Fauci on "The Takeout"
President Biden's chief medical adviser Dr. Anthony Fauci joins Major Garrett virtually for this week's episode of "The Takeout" to discuss Major's recent COVID-19 diagnosis, how the vaccine can help against new variants, and why people who are fully vaccinated are still getting COVID.
Some U.S. counties requiring warning signs where guns are sold
If signs prevent one suicide, homicide or unintentional death of a child, they're worth it, says county legislator.
Officials continuing to investigate deaths at Bahamas resort
Sandals Resort has said it will install carbon monoxide monitors in all its rooms, following the incident.
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U.S. stymied trying to seize oligarch's yacht in Fiji
The ship's crew "are refusing to sail" with U.S. authorities, according to a court document.
U.S. leaning toward meeting Ukraine's desperate plea for "heavy weapons"
As Ukraine's top diplomat says the only battlefield advantage Russia has is a stockpile of big artillery, a U.S. official tells CBS News that Washington may try to help.
Outrage over death of Black man seen held in gas-filled police vehicle
A relative told local media that Brazilian Federal Highway Police trapped Genivaldo de Jesus Santos in their SUV with a tear gas bomb during "a torture session."
Mexico slams U.S. gunmakers after Texas school shooting
The violence-plagued nation is suing firearms manufacturers in the U.S. over cross-border weapon smuggling.
China and Russia veto new UN sanctions on North Korea
The vote in the 15-member Security Council was 13-2 and marked a first serious division among the five veto-wielding permanent members of the U.N.'s most powerful body.
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Harry Styles announces partnership with Everytown for Gun Safety
Styles pledged to donate to the nonprofit organization and share "their suggested action items."
Jury starts deliberations in lawsuit 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."
"Top Gun" sequel offers "great glimpse" of reality of naval officers
"Top Gun: Maverick" is continuing its partnership with the U.S. Navy and could inspire yet another generation to join the armed services.
“Top Gun” sequel builds on military relations
The 1986 blockbuster "Top Gun" received significant support from the U.S. military and inspired countless young men and women to sign up for service. CBS News correspondent Catherine Herridge shows how the impact of the original film, and its sequel, "Top Gun: Maverick," may help send a new generation into the sky.
Testimony concludes 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."
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IPhone maker is lifting its minimum wage for store employees to $22 per hour, according to a report.
Elon Musk revises Twitter financing plan to include more equity
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Twitter deceived people about how it used their data, FTC says
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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
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Delay in breaching classroom during school shooting was "wrong decision," official says
Nearly 20 officers were in a hallway for more than 45 minutes before agents used a master key to open a door and confront the gunman, authorities said.
Examining gun violence in the U.S.
The shooting in Uvalde, Texas, is the latest example of rising gun violence in the United States. According to the Gun Violence Archive, mass shootings have more than doubled from 336 in 2018 to 693 in 2021. Mark Bryant, founder and executive director of the Gun Violence Archive, speaks with CBS News.
Fraternity members acquitted of most serious charges in hazing death of Stone Foltz
Two fraternity members were acquitted of involuntary manslaughter and reckless homicide but convicted of several hazing-related counts.
Official provides detailed timeline of school shooting, police response
A top law enforcement official provided the most detailed description yet of what happened during the deadly Texas school shooting.
Manhunt for cyclist Moriah Wilson's killer
An international manhunt is underway for the suspected killer of pro cyclist Moriah Wilson. Authorities say her murder is connected to a love triangle involving another cyclist. Susan Pamerleau, U.S. Marshal for the Western District of Texas, joins CBS News with more on the case.
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NASA moon rocket ready for another fueling test
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Boeing Starliner ends test flight with pinpoint landing
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Boeing Starliner capsule sets off after space station
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Boeing Starliner capsule poised for high-stakes flight
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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.
Examining gun violence in the U.S.
The shooting in Uvalde, Texas, is the latest example of rising gun violence in the United States. According to the Gun Violence Archive, mass shootings have more than doubled from 336 in 2018 to 693 in 2021. Mark Bryant, founder and executive director of the Gun Violence Archive, speaks with CBS News.
Abbott was “misled” about Texas shooting response
During a press conference Friday afternoon, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said he was "misled" when initially briefed about the police response to the Uvalde, Texas, school shooting.
Jury deliberating in Depp, Heard trial
Johnny Depp sued Amber Heard, his ex-wife, after she wrote a 2018 op-ed describing herself as a victim of domestic abuse. During closing arguments, Depp's lawyers accused Heard of lying, saying she "gave the performance of her life." Journalist Jesse Weber joins Catherine Herridge on CBS News to discuss the trial.
Senators seeking bipartisan gun control
Sen. Chris Murphy is working on a bipartisan effort to curb gun violence in the U.S. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump and Sen. Ted Cruz are speaking at the annual National Rifle Association meeting in Houston. Democratic strategist Joel Payne and Republican strategist Leslie Sanchez join CBS News' Catherine Herridge to discuss.