Guard describes jailhouse assault by Parkland shooter at penalty trial
The shooter managed to get a hold of the guard's Taser at one point during the fight.
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The shooter managed to get a hold of the guard's Taser at one point during the fight.
Eyewitnesses to the killings of 17 people by Florida school shooter Nikolas Cruz are giving heart-wrenching testimony at his penalty trial.
The jury privately watched footage of the mass shooting, which was taken from security cameras at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School.
While delivering his opening statement, the lead prosecutor described the shooter as "cold, calculated, manipulative and deadly."
Nikolas Cruz pleaded guilty but a jury must still decide if he receives the death penalty.
They got concerned after a member of a jury pool mouthed possible threats toward Nikolas Cruz and caused others to become "excited," leading them to fear a potential brawl.
The Broward County, Florida, school district will pay more than $26 million to the families of 17 people killed and some of those injured in the 2018 Valentine's Day massacre at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School.
Sixteen of 17 families of students killed settle lawsuit for $125 million-$130 million, sources say. The FBI didn't act on a tip saying Nikolas Cruz was going to shoot up a school.
Fourteen students and three staff members were killed on Valentine's Day 2018 during a seven-minute rampage through a three-story building at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School.
"There isn't enough money in existence that would compensate the victims and their families adequately," an attorney representing the families said.
Cruz's attorney said he will change his plea to guilty on Wednesday, accepting responsibility for the Parkland massacre.
They were fired for inaction during the February 2018 massacre at the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School that left 17 dead.
Six days after the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, students travel to meet with Florida State lawmakers in Tallahassee to voice their demands for stricter gun laws. Watch survivors of the shooting turn anguish into action in "39 Days," a CBS News special Saturday, March 24 at 8/7c on CBS.
Seven days after the deadly shooting, students from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School took matters into their own hands by creating a nationwide movement for gun control. For more, watch "39 Days," a CBS News special Saturday, March 24 at 8/7c on CBS.
Four days after the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, students and their families gather at a local park to grieve. When a pastor prays for forgiveness for the shooter Nikolas Cruz, the crowd becomes angry and student Cameron Kasky steps in. Watch as survivors of the shooting turn anguish into action in "39 Days," a CBS News special Saturday, March 24 at 8/7c on CBS.
Eight days after the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, friends and family gather to release Chinese lanterns in memory of the 18-year-old senior.
Sunday marked the third anniversary of the Parkland school shooting.
The Stand with Parkland president warned that the risk of violence is high as schools begin to reopen.
Gregory Tony narrowly won Democratic primary in heavily-Democratic Broward County, Florida against Scott Israel, who was fired by governor over handling of massacre.
Brandon Fleury of Santa Ana, California, was convicted in October of three counts of cyberstalking and one count of transmitting a kidnapping threat.
It was passed weeks after the shooting two years ago and opinions on it remain sharply divided. Some counties use it at a much higher rate than others.
The bill was initially passed in response to the Parkland school shooting last year where 17 students and staff were killed.
March for Our Lives leaders unveil the Peace Plan for a Safer America, aiming to get at the root causes of gun violence
A national movement against gun violence grew out of the Parkland school shooting more than a year ago
They're billed as capable of stopping 44 magnum handgun bullets and were previously available only online; now they're in Office Depot and Office Max stores
Brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate appeared in court in Miami on Monday as they fight an extradition request from the UK over new sex crime-related charges. Cristian Benavides reports from Miami.
Andrew and Tristan Tate appeared before a judge in Miami on Monday as British prosecutors seek extradition of the pair to face dozens of sex-related charges. Cristian Benavides has more.
U.S. Army veteran Andrew Arrabaca, 43, is in custody Monday after allegedly setting off fireworks and igniting a fire outside a federal building in New York City on Monday. Tom Hanson reports.
The FBI has identified the suspect in Monday morning's explosion outside a federal building in New York City as a 43-year-old U.S. Army veteran. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the latest.
Law enforcement officials shared new details about the suspect in Monday morning's explosion outside a federal building in New York City. The suspect was described as an "anti-government extremist" who was carrying anti-ICE literature. Following the news conference, CBS News' Anna Schecter provided context.
The attorney for Andrew and Tristan Tate is urging the Trump administration to block the United Kingdom's extradition request as his clients face new sex crime charges. CBS News' Cristian Benavides reports.
Former FBI Special Agent Tim Gallagher breaks down what New York City police will be looking for in the wake of Monday's explosion outside a federal building in Lower Manhattan.
A suspect is in custody after an explosion outside an federal building in New York City on Monday morning, police say. Anna Schecter reports.
The suspect who was arrested after an explosion outside of 26 Federal Plaza in Manhattan was likely motivated by anti-ICE sentiments, sources say. CBS News' Anna Schecter and former NYPD Sgt. Felipe Rodriguez have more details.
A United Airlines employee appears to have been caught on video threatening to call U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement on a passenger last week at San Francisco International Airport.
Tropical Storm Bertha is the second named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season.
The New York Times moved to quash subpoenas that sought phone records of the reporters and their relatives, including the spouses of two reporters and one reporter's mother.
President Trump is imposing 50% tariffs on a range of Canadian goods, from hockey equipment to alcoholic beverages, escalating the trade dispute between the two countries.
The nation's largest recent cyclospora outbreak has put one of America's biggest produce suppliers under renewed scrutiny.
President Trump is imposing 50% tariffs on a range of Canadian goods, from hockey equipment to alcoholic beverages, escalating the trade dispute between the two countries.
The nation's largest recent cyclospora outbreak has put one of America's biggest produce suppliers under renewed scrutiny.
The ruling comes after a coalition of 12 states sued to block the deal, arguing it would harm consumers and the entertainment industry.
About four in 10 workers aren't even aware they pay fees on their 401(k)s, research has found. Here's what to know.
A severe labor shortage is set to emerge over the next decade amid a wave of baby boomer retirements and a shrinking younger workforce.
The New York Times moved to quash subpoenas that sought phone records of the reporters and their relatives, including the spouses of two reporters and one reporter's mother.
President Trump is imposing 50% tariffs on a range of Canadian goods, from hockey equipment to alcoholic beverages, escalating the trade dispute between the two countries.
Almost 100 American service members have been injured in strikes on bases in the Middle East this month, U.S. officials said.
Sen. Darline Graham, who is serving out the remainder of the late Sen. Lindsey Graham's term in the Senate, said she will seek a full term for the South Carolina seat her brother held for more than two decades.
The new Air Force One "has a lot of capability, but as I understand it, in about a month or so, they're going to send it to have it be maxed out," President Trump said Sunday.
The FDA says Taylor Farms lettuce is still the focus of their ongoing cyclospora investigation, despite a false positive test announced Sunday. Carter Evans reports.
Prisoners with severe medical conditions can be granted compassionate release, but without a long-term care facility willing to accept them, many continue to wait in prison as their conditions worsen.
The FDA said that as of Sunday, it had not found any "confirmed positive sample results for product testing" in the cyclosporiasis outbreak.
Ronald Gould is a federal judge on the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in Seattle, one rung below the U.S. Supreme Court. At 79, he shoulders a full caseload despite living with progressive multiple sclerosis. He talks with CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook about working with MS, a condition he faces with grit and a healthy dose of humor. LaPook also talks with one of Gould's former law clerks, Karla Gilbride, an attorney who has been blind since birth.
Studies show that having a positive outlook about aging, and having good social networks, can have positive health benefits, from preventing memory loss to a longer life expectancy. Actor Ted Danson presents "Sunday Morning" viewers with advice on how to embrace aging.
President Trump is imposing 50% tariffs on a range of Canadian goods, from hockey equipment to alcoholic beverages, escalating the trade dispute between the two countries.
Almost 100 American service members have been injured in strikes on bases in the Middle East this month, U.S. officials said.
The death of a Moroccan man as he was detained by Italian police in Bologna has sparked anger and a formal investigation.
Influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate will fight extradition to the U.K., where they face rape and sex trafficking charges.
As Spain's World Cup champs took to the stage with their trophy, President Trump joined them in their moment of glory.
The ruling comes after a coalition of 12 states sued to block the deal, arguing it would harm consumers and the entertainment industry.
A judge has granted a temporary restraining order to temporarily block the Paramount Skydance-Warner Bros. Discovery merger from happening. CBS News' Jake Rosen reports. Paramount Skydance is the parent company of CBS News.
"The Odyssey," which was shot in six countries, pulled in more than $260 million worldwide over the weekend.
Oscar-winning director Christopher Nolan talks about his latest movie, "The Odyssey," which was shot in six countries. He tells "CBS Mornings" about what it was like working with the star-studded cast and challenges faced when creating the film.
"The Odyssey" raked in more than $264 million worldwide over the weekend. A majority of ticket buyers cited director Christopher Nolan as their primary reason for seeing the movie, according to PostTrack, a film industry research service. Adriana Diaz reports.
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An AI expert said the telltale signs people once relied on, such as distorted fingers, unnatural eyes, or other obvious visual flaws, have largely disappeared as technology has improved.
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.
New York is now the first state to temporarily ban data center construction, paving the way for others to follow suit. Environmental advocate Erin Brockovich joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Noise from a Mississippi plant powering Elon Musk's xAI data centers in the area is causing migraines, ringing ears and sleepless nights, residents say.
Millions of people are enduring dangerous air quality as Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds the skies. Jonathan Overpeck, dean of the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan, explains how climate change is worsening wildfires.
New York has become the first state to impose a temporary moratorium on data center development while state lawmakers lay the groundwork to assess environmental and social impacts. Dr. Mike Weinstein, the director of sustainability at Southern New Hampshire University, explains what we know about the wider environmental impact data centers.
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
The name "White-chested Fox" was found in drawings dating from 400 BC to 900 AD at the San Bartolo-Xultun archaeological site.
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of UFO files, spanning 19 videos and more. Jordan Flowers, executive director of the Disclosure Foundation, joins CBS News to discuss.
Brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate appeared in court in Miami on Monday as they fight an extradition request from the UK over new sex crime-related charges. Cristian Benavides reports from Miami.
Andrew and Tristan Tate appeared before a judge in Miami on Monday as British prosecutors seek extradition of the pair to face dozens of sex-related charges. Cristian Benavides has more.
U.S. Army veteran Andrew Arrabaca, 43, is in custody Monday after allegedly setting off fireworks and igniting a fire outside a federal building in New York City on Monday. Tom Hanson reports.
The FBI has identified the suspect in Monday morning's explosion outside a federal building in New York City as a 43-year-old U.S. Army veteran. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the latest.
Law enforcement officials shared new details about the suspect in Monday morning's explosion outside a federal building in New York City. The suspect was described as an "anti-government extremist" who was carrying anti-ICE literature. Following the news conference, CBS News' Anna Schecter provided context.
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
Katalyst Space's LINK spacecraft is designed to capture and boost NASA's Swift observatory back to a safe altitude.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
The celebration in Spain continued Monday as World Cup champions La Roja returned home to a heroes' welcome. Nicole Valdes has one last look at the 2026 tournament.
As fighting with Iran ramps up, a gallon of regular gas is once again $4 on average, up 13 cents in one week, according to AAA. Severin Borenstein, professor at UC Berkeley's Haas School of Business, joins with analysis.
Former state senator Troy Jackson, who calls himself a "pickup progressive," is set to become Maine's Democratic Senate nominee. He'll replace Graham Platner, who left the race following accusations of sexual assault. Fin Gómez reports.
A 10th straight night of U.S. strikes on Iran is underway as President Trump vows Tehran will pay for the deaths of three American soldiers over the weekend. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports. Then, global affairs analyst Jonathan Wachtel joins to discuss the state of the war.
Andy Burnham became the UK's new prime minister on Monday, calling for a national "reset" as many Britons struggle with poverty and an elevated cost of living. CBS News' senior foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab reports from London and Lindsey Reiser looks at the timeline of recent British prime ministers.