Will Congress revisit gun control after California shooting?
While calls for Congress to tighten gun control have ramped up in the wake of the Santa Barbara shooting, election-year politics may get in the way
Santa Barbara Massacre
Rampage started at suspect's home before terror spree
Sheriff reveals new details of suspected gunman's deadly rampage through neighborhood near California university
Timeline of murder spree in Isla Vista
Breakdown of Elliot Rodger's bloody rampage though the college community near the University of California, Santa Barbara
Mental illness in spotlight after UC Santa Barbara rampage
Details of the perpetrator's mental health history raise questions about how to assess the risk of violence
Mass murderers are nearly impossible to predict
"We can point to all the warning signs we missed. But they're yellow flags. They're not red flags until blood is spilled," expert says
Thousands gather to remember slain students
"Don't lose sight of the lives we've lost," says UC President Janet Napolitano as victim's father urges mourners to call for tougher gun laws
Gun law proposed in Calif. in wake of rampage
Measure would create restraining order limiting gun ownership by the mentally ill; another bill would guide cops in dealing with them
Family friend of UCSB shooter: "He was the loneliest person I had ever seen"
"He was a boy that was unbearably removed," Simon Astaire says of the 22-year-old responsible for killing 6 in deadly rampage
Days after Elliot Rodger's shooting massacre at UC Santa Barbara, his parents remain in seclusion. Rodger's longtime family friend, Simon Astaire, said they knew he needed help despite no prior displays of violence. John Blackstone reports
Days after Elliot Rodger's shooting massacre at UC Santa Barbara, his parents remain in seclusion. Rodger's longtime family friend, Simon Astaire, said they knew he needed help despite no prior displays of violence. John Blackstone reports.
Cops knew about Santa Barbara attacker's videos, but didn't watch them
Santa Barbara Sheriff's Dept. says police were aware Elliot Rodger had posted disturbing videos prior to welfare check, but had not viewed them
Elliot Rodger's father, victim's dad meet
Richard Martinez, who spoke out strongly for stronger gun laws after his son was shot dead, says he and Peter Rodger will now work together
Photos show meeting between fathers of Santa Barbara gunman, victim
Father of college student gunned down in Santa Barbara mass killings met with the father of the gunman on June 1
A month after a young man went on a deadly rampage at the University of California, Santa Barbara, the parents of two of the victims, George Chen and David Wang, spoke to CBS News about their loss. Ben Tracy reports
A month after a young man went on a deadly rampage at the University of California, Santa Barbara, the parents of two of the victims, George Chen and David Wang, spoke to CBS News about their loss. Ben Tracy reports.
Man practiced "silent kill" before Calif. rampage
A sheriff's report provides new details on how Elliot Rodger researched, prepared for and carried out a serious of deadly attacks on May 23, 2014
Thwarted in his plan, California gunman improvised
Police say Elliot Rodger detailed plans to slaughter UCSB sorority house residents, then embarked on terror spree when the women wouldn't open the door
Tearful plea from victim's dad in deadly rampage
One of those killed was inside a deli, two others outside the Alpha Phi sorority house
Elliot Rodger had a history of mental problems but had never been judged to be a danger or legally committed for treatment
Elliot Rodger had a history of mental problems but had never been judged to be a danger or legally committed for treatment, so he passed the necessary background checks to purchase weapons. Bob Orr reports.
Rampage in California came despite warnings on YouTube
Elliot Rodger threatened to kill in his online video; so why wasn't he stopped?
After Santa Barbara: Remembering the victims
The grieving parents of three of the victims - David Wang, George Chen and James Hong - share memories of their sons
Sheriff: Elliot Rodger long concealed mental health issues
Even when deputies interviewed the suspected gunman at the end of April, his "very convincing story" led them to believe he had no plans to hurt himself or others
Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., says the deadly shootings in California should prompt a reconsideration of measures to curb gun violence
Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., says the deadly shootings in California should prompt a reconsideration of measures to curb gun violence.
Seven people are dead and seven injured after a nighttime drive-by shooting spree
Seven people are dead and seven injured after a nighttime drive-by shooting spree in Isla Vista, California. Eyewitnesses say a gunman opened fire from a car near the University of California, Santa Barbara. The suspect was found dead with a gunshot wound to the head. Danielle Nottingham reports.
Santa Barbara District Attorney says there was nothing in those incidents, or a series of Internet videos, that signaled the 22-year-old was planning to kill
Police had three run-ins with Elliot Rodger three times over the last year, but Santa Barbara District Attorney Joyce Dudley says there was nothing in those incidents, or a series of Internet videos, that signaled the 22-year-old was planning to kill. Danielle Nottingham reports.
Richard Martinez, whose son Christopher was murdered during the UC Santa Barbara shooting massacre, sat down with Peter Rodger, the father of the gunman. Martinez hopes the incident will shed light on the need for stricter gun laws
Richard Martinez, whose son Christopher was murdered during the UC Santa Barbara shooting massacre, sat down with Peter Rodger, the father of the gunman. Martinez hopes the incident will shed light on the need for stricter gun laws. Norah O'Donnell reports.
Parents of suspect had concerns about son's mental health
Alan Shifman, an attorney for the family of shooting suspect Elliot Rodgers, said the parents have long had concerns about their son's mental health
Crime
Man convicted of murder and rape 2 years after teen found dead
Police originally treated Britney Ujaky's disappearance as a runaway case.
Mother arrested after her 6-year-old son found dead in car trunk
A woman whose family took Eli Hart in for almost a year said social workers "failed this child big-time."
Woman arrested after 6-year-old found dead
A man and a 28-year-old woman have been arrested after police found her 6-year-old son's body in the trunk of her bloodied car in a Minneapolis suburb, authorities and family members said. Family members identified the boy as Eli Hart. Adam Duxter reports for CBS Minnesota.
Sex crime conviction doesn't require a victim, court rules
Carlocito Slim argued he was just looking for a massage when he responded to an ad on the Backpage website.
Police press hunt for gunman who killed passenger on NYC subway train
Police said the attack that left Daniel Enriquez dead was apparently random. It was the latest in a string of violent incidents on NYC subway trains and in stations.
"48 Hours" investigates claims, allegations behind La. man's 1977 conviction
Twin sisters insist they were attacked by a Black man as teenagers decades ago. But now a woman has surfaced with information that may support his innocence.
"The other woman" in the Jennifer Dulos case to detectives: "I didn't do it"
Video shows police questioning Michelle Troconis, the ex-girlfriend of Fotis Dulos, about the disappearance of his wife Jennifer — does she know more than she's saying?
Marking one week since the Buffalo mass shooting
Saturday marks one week since a gunman killed 10 people and wounded three others at a supermarket in Buffalo, New York. Authorities have labeled the incident a "racially motivated hate crime." CBS News' Lana Zak sits down with Cedric Holloway, a former member of the Buffalo Police Department, to discuss the lasting impact of the tragedy.
1 killed, 8 wounded in shooting at California party
The party was at a business in a strip mall in San Bernadino, police said.
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Active shooter incidents rose over 50% in 2021 compared to 2020
There were 60 shootings designated by the FBI as active shooter incidents.
Kurt Cobain's iconic guitar sold for $4.5 million at auction
The guitar was expected to sell between $600,000 to $800,000, according to Julien's Auctions. The person who bought it will be displaying it at a free exhibit.
1 found dead, 3 injured on beach after falling down 300-foot cliff
No car was involved in the fall, and authorities say it's unclear how the four people fell.
Bank of America hikes its minimum wage to $22 per hour
Nation's second-largest bank has said it plans to boost the company's baseline hourly pay to $25 by 2025.
What is the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework?
President Biden says proposed trade deal will help the U.S. remain a leading force in Asia.
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Bank of America hikes its minimum wage to $22 per hour
Nation's second-largest bank has said it plans to boost the company's baseline hourly pay to $25 by 2025.
Starbucks joins McDonald's in exiting Russia
After pausing operations in March, caffeine brand completes departure and condemns "horrific attacks on Ukraine."
Military plane carrying 39 tons of baby formula arrives in U.S.
The shipment was the first of several flights carrying infant formula from Europe expected this weekend to relieve the deepening shortage in the U.S.
What is the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework?
President Biden says proposed trade deal will help the U.S. remain a leading force in Asia.
Pfizer says 3 of its COVID shots give kids under 5 strong protection
The company says it'll give U.S. regulators the data soon. Moderna is already seeking U.S. clearance to vaccinate kids 5 and under.
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Active shooter incidents rose over 50% in 2021 compared to 2020
There were 60 shootings designated by the FBI as active shooter incidents.
What is the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework?
President Biden says proposed trade deal will help the U.S. remain a leading force in Asia.
Senator Chris Van Hollen released from hospital after stroke
The 63-year-old Van Hollen isn't the only high-profile Democrat to be hospitalized for a stroke recently.
Biden launches Indo-Pacific trade deal, warns over inflation
The trade deal is designed to signal U.S. dedication to the contested economic sphere and address the need for stability amid the pandemic and Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Only House Democrat who doesn't support abortion rights faces challenger
The runoff between the two Democrats highlights the nuance of how Latino voters feel about abortion.
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Health
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.
Monkeypox likely spread by sex at 2 raves in Europe, expert says
World Health Organization has recorded more than 90 cases of monkeypox in a dozen countries including Britain, Spain, Israel, France, Switzerland, Australia and the U.S.
How monkeypox spreads and why current cases are something "we've never seen"
As the CDC confirms a case in Boston, Dr. Jon LaPook discusses why the potentially fatal disease, now found in 12 countries outside Africa, is being taken seriously by public health officials.
Pfizer says 3 of its COVID shots give kids under 5 strong protection
The company says it'll give U.S. regulators the data soon. Moderna is already seeking U.S. clearance to vaccinate kids 5 and under.
Monkeypox cluster cases raising concerns
Cluster cases of monkeypox are rising after the potentially dangerous virus spread to the U.S. and Europe. CBS News’ chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook joined “CBS Mornings” to discuss the outbreak.
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Monkeypox likely spread by sex at 2 raves in Europe, expert says
World Health Organization has recorded more than 90 cases of monkeypox in a dozen countries including Britain, Spain, Israel, France, Switzerland, Australia and the U.S.
Starbucks joins McDonald's in exiting Russia
After pausing operations in March, caffeine brand completes departure and condemns "horrific attacks on Ukraine."
Inside the front-line battle to stop Russia annexing more of Ukraine
"I have my family, I have my kids, and I'm here to protect them and protect my country," one Ukrainian soldier told CBS News. "It's my duty."
Russian diplomat resigns over war in Ukraine: "Never have I been so ashamed"
A veteran Russian diplomat to the U.N. Office at Geneva says he resigned and sent a scathing letter denouncing the "aggressive war unleashed" by President Vladimir Putin.
Irish doctor says "women will die" if Roe v. Wade overturned in U.S.
As America awaits a pivotal Supreme Court ruling, CBS News meets people with very recent experience of life in a country where abortion is illegal.
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Kurt Cobain's iconic guitar sold for $4.5 million at auction
The guitar was expected to sell between $600,000 to $800,000, according to Julien's Auctions. The person who bought it will be displaying it at a free exhibit.
Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker hold Italian wedding
The bride wore a white Dolce and Gabbana mini dress with an ornate veil depicting the Virgin Mary – a theme for her attire throughout the weekend.
“SNL” says farewell to cast members
During its season finale over the weekend, “Saturday Night Live” said farewell to cast members Kate McKinnon, Pete Davidson, Aidy Bryant and Kyle Mooney as they made their final appearances on the show.
Watch Live: Testimony continues in Johnny Depp-Amber Heard libel trial
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
Thrift shopping: Making fashion more sustainable
Secondhand shopping, also known as upcycling, is one of fashion's fastest-growing trends. Correspondent Serena Altschul looks at how getting new use from unwanted clothes is becoming a $35 billion market.
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Technology
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.
Self-tracking your health data
Experts say wearable devices like smartwatches that continually monitor your health data and alert you to potential problems may one day detect potential medical conditions ranging from heart issues and stroke to cancer.
Tracking your health data through wearable devices
Experts say devices like smartwatches that continually monitor your health data can also give you early warnings about medical problems before a doctor might. Correspondent David Pogue looks at how self-tracking data may one day help detect conditions like infectious diseases, type II diabetes, heart conditions or even cancer.
Elon Musk visits Brazil's Bolsonaro to discuss Amazon plans
Billionaire's Starlink satellite venture will provide internet service for rural schools and monitor the rainforest.
Tech giants fight new Texas social media law
Big tech like Facebook, YouTube and Twitter are seeking to block a Texas law that prohibits social media platforms from banning users based on their political views. CBS news reporter Dan Patterson joins Nancy Chen and Tanya Rivero to discuss the legislation.
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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.
Prehistoric dolphin species discovered in landlocked Switzerland
Twenty million years ago, Switzerland's low-lying parts were covered in an ocean teeming with fish, sharks and dolphins.
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Man convicted of murder and rape 2 years after teen found dead
Police originally treated Britney Ujaky's disappearance as a runaway case.
Mother arrested after her 6-year-old son found dead in car trunk
A woman whose family took Eli Hart in for almost a year said social workers "failed this child big-time."
Woman arrested after 6-year-old found dead
A man and a 28-year-old woman have been arrested after police found her 6-year-old son's body in the trunk of her bloodied car in a Minneapolis suburb, authorities and family members said. Family members identified the boy as Eli Hart. Adam Duxter reports for CBS Minnesota.
Sex crime conviction doesn't require a victim, court rules
Carlocito Slim argued he was just looking for a massage when he responded to an ad on the Backpage website.
Police press hunt for gunman who killed passenger on NYC subway train
Police said the attack that left Daniel Enriquez dead was apparently random. It was the latest in a string of violent incidents on NYC subway trains and in stations.
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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.
NASA investigates another space helmet water leak
While not as serious as a potentially life-threatening 2013 incident, NASA is taking no chances with the station's aging spacesuits.
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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.
Met Gala 2022: The hottest red carpet arrivals
If it glittered or dazzled, it was likely being worn by a celeb at fashion's biggest party of the year
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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.
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.
Trump tests influence ahead of Georgia primary
Former President Donald Trump is looking to flex his political influence in Georgia's Republican primaries this week. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins us from Atlanta with the latest.
Supreme Court to weigh in on N.Y. gun law
The Supreme Court is expected to issue its ruling soon on a Second Amendment challenge to a New York law restricting who is allowed to carry firearms in public. Robert Spitzer, a distinguished service professor emeritus of political science at the State University of New York College at Cortland, joins CBS News to discuss what the court's opinion could mean for gun laws nationwide.
How the U.S. generic drug supply chain works
“This is as clear as mud,” says Bill Whitaker as two former drug supply executives diagram the complex generic drug supply chain. “These are things to create lack of transparency to pricing,” says former high-ranking generic drug exec Bill Simmons. https://cbsn.ws/3wHojZ0