Gabby Giffords shooting: FBI releases new photos, videos, docs
One photo shows gunman deputies holding gunman Jared Loughner on ground by blood-stained notebook
Tragedy in Tucson
Gabrielle Giffords honored with new U.S. warship bearing her name
Navy commissioned warship for ex-congresswoman who is gun violence survivor; 3rd ship ever to be named after living woman
Navy to commission USS Gabrielle Giffords
A naval program that's become a target for critics is preparing to commission a new vessel named after congresswoman who survived assassination attempt
Gunman's "suit" vs. Gabby Giffords could be hoax: report
Purported lawsuit from Jared Loughner seeks $25M from feds and ex-congresswoman who was among his 19 victims; 6 died
Gabby Giffords' husband won't rule out run for office
Former Ariz. Congresswoman, recovering from 2011 assassination attempt, also tells "Sunday Morning" she could "maybe" run for political office again herself
Man who tackled shooter in Gabrielle Giffords attack dies
Retired Army Col. Bill Badger was among 13 people wounded, including former Congresswoman, in January 2011 shooting that left 6 people dead
Obama meets with former Rep. Gabby Giffords on 4th anniversary of shooting
Four years after a gunman opened fire at a Tucson event, killing six and seriously wounding the congresswoman, she said she continues to move forward
Tucson gunman before rampage: "I'll see you on National T.v."
Newly released FBI documents show Jared Loughner made expletive-filled Internet rants in the months before deadly shooting
Giffords in new gun-control ad: "Congress must act"
In new gun-control TV ad, former Ariz. rep. who nearly died in 2011 shooting rampage calls for universal background checks
Giffords, husband launch gun control push
Say they're raising funds to "balance the influence of the gun lobby"; Tuesday is second anniversary of Tucson mass shooting
Gabby Giffords visits Newtown
Former Ariz. congresswoman has met with families of the victims of the Connecticut school massacre that left 26 people dead
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Kelly: Giffords, Loughner had "staring contest"
Former congresswoman's husband describes first face-to-face encounter since shooting as "pretty intense"
Giffords attends Loughner sentencing
Former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords was in the courtroom as Jared Loughner was sentenced to life in prison
Loughner gets life in prison for Tucson massacre
Judge sentences gunman behind 2011 shooting rampage to 7 consecutive life sentences plus 140 years behind bars
Giffords faces Loughner as husband lauds her "spirit"
Rep. Gabby Giffords stands by her husband as she came face to face with the man who shot her in Tucson in 2011
Jared Loughner faces Tucson rampage victims
24-year-old being sentenced for shooting spree that left 6 dead and wounded 13 others, including Rep. Gabrielle Giffords
Jared Lee Loughner gets life in prison
Shooter in the 2011 Tucson massacre comes face-to-face with his victims in court
Mark Kelly addresses Loughner in court
Telling him "you may have put a bullet through her [Rep. Giffords] head but you haven't put a dent in her spirit"
Arizona gunman Jared Loughner
Accused of Attempted Murder of Ariz. Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, Death of 6
Former Rep. Gabby Giffords and husband Mark Kelly launch PAC
Gabby PAC, created almost two years after congresswoman was shot in head, promises "public service over partisanship"
Loughner returned to Missouri until sentencing
Man who pleaded guilty in Ariz. mass shooting has returned to the Missouri federal prison where he is being treated for mental illness
Report warned that Loughner condition "fragile"
Psychological report warned that while Tucson mass shooter was competent to plead guilty, he remained severely mentally ill
Jared Lee Loughner's long term prison home unclear
Depending on his mental state, Loughner could end up in same "Supermax" lockup as Terry Nichols and the "Unabomber"
Loughner, quiet and subdued, pleads guilty
Judge rules gunman in shooting that killed 6 and wounded congresswoman is mentally competent to take plea deal; Victims say decision will help them move on
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Fed lowers interest rates by 0.25 percentage points in third straight cut
The Federal Reserve is grappling with economic issues including higher inflation and a slowing labor market.
U.S. soldier accounted for more than 80 years after being killed in WWII
A U.S. Army soldier who earned the prestigious Medal of Honor during World War II has been accounted for more than eight decades after he disappeared.
House GOP struggles to craft health care plan with tax credits set to expire
Democrats are pushing a three-year extension of the premium tax credits with no reforms. Republicans have no appetite for the plan, but haven't built a consensus around any proposal of their own.
U.S. to require foreign tourists to submit 5 years of social media history
The Trump administration is proposing to ask visitors from countries with visa-free travel to the U.S. to submit five years of their social media history before they can enter.
Canada seeks to draw talent, as U.S. charges $100K for H-1B visas
Canada has launched an initiative aimed at drawing leading researchers to the country.
Coast Guard video shows shots fired at alleged drug boat in the Pacific
The Coast Guard said it has seized more than 150,000 pounds of cocaine in the Eastern Pacific Ocean, including a record-breaking bust earlier this month.
This word sums up how workers are feeling these days, Glassdoor says
Here's how many employees say they are feeling amid festering concerns about the economy, AI and other issues, according to the job-search firm.
Trump admin moves to end SAVE plan for millions of student borrowers
Current SAVE borrowers will have "limited time" to enroll in a new loan repayment plan and begin repaying their loans, the Education Department said.
Judge blocks Trump admin. from deploying California National Guard in Los Angeles
A U.S. district judge blocked Trump from deploying the California National Guard in Los Angeles and said control of the Guard must be returned to Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Ice Age lake at Death Valley reemerges after record rainfall
An ancient lake reemerged in Death Valley National Park, after the California desert region experienced a period of record rainfall.
Federal judge orders unsealing of more Epstein files in New York
A federal judge in New York has granted a request from the Justice Department to unseal more files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Tony Dokoupil named anchor of the "CBS Evening News"
Emmy Award-winning journalist Tony Dokoupil will anchor the "CBS Evening News" beginning on Jan. 5, 2026.
House to vote today on must-pass $900 billion defense policy bill
The House is poised to vote Wednesday on a $900 billion defense policy bill as both chambers race to pass it before the end of the year.
$30 million settlement approved for family of teen killed by San Diego police
The settlement approved for Konoa Wilson's family exceeds the $27 million the city of Minneapolis agreed to pay the family of George Floyd.
Rod Paige, architect of No Child Left Behind policy, dies at 92
Under Rod Paige's leadership, the Department of Education implemented the No Child Left Behind policy that in 2002 became former President George W. Bush's signature education law.
Elon Musk suggests he wouldn't do DOGE over again
Six months after stepping down from leading the Trump administration's Department of Government Efficiency, billionaire Elon Musk suggested in an interview he likely would not repeat his time helming the cost-cutting mission.
Army gynecologist charged with taking secret videos of 44 patients
Army Maj. Blaine McGraw, an OB-GYN at Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center at Fort Hood in Texas, was charged Tuesday with 54 specifications for indecent visual recording.
After mom's ICE arrest, 18-year-old now caring for his sister in fear
Vilma Cruz's arrest came amid Operation Catahoula Crunch, a U.S. Department of Homeland Security effort that officials say targets "criminal illegal aliens" in the New Orleans area.
GoFundMe fundraisers to pay for basic living expenses surged in 2025
Fundraising patterns reflect Americans' mounting affordability challenges, according to GoFundMe CEO Tim Cadogan.
MacKenzie Scott announces she donated $7.1 billion to nonprofits in 2025
The author and philanthropist MacKenzie Scott revealed $7.1 billion in donations to nonprofits in 2025 Tuesday, marking a significant increase in her annual giving from recent years.
Trump to name DHS official to be ambassador to El Salvador, sources say
President Trump intends to name the deputy homeland security secretary to be the U.S. ambassador to El Salvador, multiple sources told CBS News.
1 killed in Kentucky State shooting; suspect identified as parent of student
A 19-year-old student is dead and another was critically wounded in a shooting at Kentucky State University, officials said.
Supreme Court weighs campaign finance limits in GOP-backed challenge
Congress has enacted limits on how much money a political committee can spend in coordination with a federal candidate.
Why fighting inflation may not be the best way to make life more affordable
Beating back inflation is only half the battle in lowering the cost of living — you also have to think about people's pay, economists argue.
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Fed lowers interest rates by 0.25 percentage points in third straight cut
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U.S. soldier accounted for more than 80 years after being killed in WWII
A U.S. Army soldier who earned the prestigious Medal of Honor during World War II has been accounted for more than eight decades after he disappeared.
House GOP struggles to craft health care plan with tax credits set to expire
Democrats are pushing a three-year extension of the premium tax credits with no reforms. Republicans have no appetite for the plan, but haven't built a consensus around any proposal of their own.
U.S. to require foreign tourists to submit 5 years of social media history
The Trump administration is proposing to ask visitors from countries with visa-free travel to the U.S. to submit five years of their social media history before they can enter.
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Fed lowers interest rates by 0.25 percentage points in third straight cut
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Canada seeks to draw talent, as U.S. charges $100K for H-1B visas
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This word sums up how workers are feeling these days, Glassdoor says
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Trump admin moves to end SAVE plan for millions of student borrowers
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U.S. seizes oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, Trump says
President Trump on Wednesday confirmed the U.S. has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela.
Fed lowers interest rates by 0.25 percentage points in third straight cut
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House GOP struggles to craft health care plan with tax credits set to expire
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U.S. to require foreign tourists to submit 5 years of social media history
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Judge blocks Trump admin. from deploying California National Guard in Los Angeles
A U.S. district judge blocked Trump from deploying the California National Guard in Los Angeles and said control of the Guard must be returned to Gov. Gavin Newsom.
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Extended interview: Dr. Rochelle Walensky
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Nursing home chain avoids settlement payouts after bankruptcy filing
Genesis HealthCare's bankruptcy case in Dallas will allow the nursing home chain to avoid paying millions of dollars it promised for residents who were injured or died while in its care.
Nuts sold at Wegmans stores in 9 states recalled over salmonella risk
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
Details on CDC Hepatitis B vaccine decision
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's vaccine advisory panel on Friday voted to not recommend the Hepatitis B vaccine for everyone at birth, alarming many in the medical community. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains what to know about the decision and its potential impact.
Controversial appointee rocks FDA like "an atom bomb," scientists there say
The Trump administration's elevation of Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg to lead a high-profile office within the Food and Drug Administration is raising alarm among multiple senior FDA officials.
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U.S. seizes oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, Trump says
President Trump on Wednesday confirmed the U.S. has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela.
Canada seeks to draw talent, as U.S. charges $100K for H-1B visas
Canada has launched an initiative aimed at drawing leading researchers to the country.
Coast Guard video shows shots fired at alleged drug boat in the Pacific
The Coast Guard said it has seized more than 150,000 pounds of cocaine in the Eastern Pacific Ocean, including a record-breaking bust earlier this month.
Australia's new social media ban started with a mom saying, "Do something!"
With the world's first social media ban for children and teenagers under 16 now in effect in Australia, its initial political architect reveals it was personally inspired by his wife, for their four children.
How one couple sparked a global movement for a smartphone-free childhood
For thousands of parents in 39 countries, including the U.S., the goal is simple: More time outdoors, and a childhood lived offline as much as possible.
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Sombr talks about writing breakout hits
Singer-songwriter Sombr is up for Best New Artist of the Year at the Grammy Awards. He was the only writer on his debut album, "I Barely Know Her." He spoke to Anthony Mason about where his journey began and his whirlwind year.
Carly Pearce on new music
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Joe Bonamassa album pays tribute to B.B. King
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Sophie Kinsella, author of best-selling "Shopaholic" novels, dies at 55
Sophie Kinsella, whose real name was Madeleine Wickham, was diagnosed with aggressive brain cancer in 2022.
Lucas Bravo on new "Emily in Paris" season
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Australia's new social media ban started with a mom saying, "Do something!"
With the world's first social media ban for children and teenagers under 16 now in effect in Australia, its initial political architect reveals it was personally inspired by his wife, for their four children.
Australian teens challenge social media ban
Australia began enforcing a social media ban for kids under the age of 16. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
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.
A couple's smartphone-free movement for kids
A U.K. couple started with a simple message, asking on Instagram if other parents could ban together to start a smartphone-free childhood. It's now grown to a global movement, with a chapter in 39 countries. Leigh Kiniry reports.
At least 6 families sue Character.AI
At least six American families are suing Character.AI, its co-founders and Google over the role its chatbot allegedly played in encouraging their children to take their own lives. Ian Krietzberg, AI correspondent for Puck News, joined CBS News to discuss.
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Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
CEO of genetics firm says parents have a right to choose unborn child's traits
Kian Sadeghi, the 25-year-old founder and CEO at Nucleus Genomics, tells "CBS Mornings" that parents have every right to select the qualities and traits they desire in their child.
Sick ants invite self-sacrifice to save colony: "Come and kill me"
Ant colonies act as one "super-organism" which works to ensure the survival of all, according to a team of scientists.
Mystery owner of ancient foot found in Africa identified, scientists say
The discovery could cast some doubt on the status of Lucy's species as the direct ancestor of Homo sapiens.
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Latest on Kentucky State shooting
A suspect is in custody after two students at Kentucky State University were shot and one died on Tuesday, police said. CBS News' Tom Hanson has the latest.
Coast Guard video shows shots fired at alleged drug boat in the Pacific
The Coast Guard said it has seized more than 150,000 pounds of cocaine in the Eastern Pacific Ocean, including a record-breaking bust earlier this month.
5 arrested in crypto heist after man murdered, woman kidnapped
The woman was freed at midnight and reported the abduction. Police later found her partner's body in a wooded area.
Prosecutors release video of Mangione arrest
More details about Luigi Mangione's arrest in Pennsylvania are emerging as prosecutors argue for certain evidence to be admissible in his upcoming trial. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman reports.
Authorities search for fake heiress scammer
A 73-year-old woman is on the run after allegedly posing as an heiress with a multimillion-dollar secret trust fund. Authorities say Mary Carole McDonnell scammed nearly $30 million from banks and is now on the FBI's most wanted list.
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Black hole spotted blasting winds at 130 million miles per hour
The European Space Agency said that the black hole inside the spiral galaxy NGC 3783 has the mass of 30 million suns.
3-man crew undocks from space station, wrapping up 8-month stay
Russian Soyuz crews are now spending eight months aboard the space station instead of six to stretch supplies and lower costs.
"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
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Air Force approves SpaceX launch pad expansion
The U.S. Air Force has approved SpaceX's plan to redevelop a historic launch pad at Cape Canaveral. CBS News correspondent Mark Strassmann reports.
Geomagnetic storm watch issued after powerful solar flare
Solar flares and other activity can disrupt radio communications, power grids and navigation signals, according to NASA.
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The Federal Reserve announced Wednesday it's cutting its benchmark interest rate by 0.25 percentage points. The move comes as President Trump prepares to install a replacement for Fed Chair Jerome Powell. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more.
Fed cuts interest rates by 0.25 percentage points
The Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate by 0.25 percentage points Wednesday, bringing the federal funds rate to its lowest level in more than three years. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady and Olivia Rinaldi have more.
Judge blocks National Guard deployment to LA
A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from deploying members of the California National Guard in Los Angeles. CBS News' Tom Hanson reports.
Pennsylvania voters grade the economy
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Forbes' top 100 most powerful women
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