Why so many mass shooters have a military background
CBS News analysis of data compiled by The Violence Project shows 26% of mass shooters since 1966 have military experience — a much higher share than the general U.S. population.
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Mass shooting in Tampa, Florida: 2 killed, 18 others hurt
A fight between two groups turned deadly in Tampa when a shooting during Halloween festivities resulted in two deaths and 18 people hurt.
Maine gunman found dead after 2-day manhunt, officials say
Hundreds of state and local police and federal agents have been involved in the search for Robert Card since the shootings Wednesday night.
Maine lifts shelter-in-place order as manhunt continues for shooting suspect
Authorities pressed their manhunt for Robert Card, the suspect in the shooting that killed 18 people and injured 13 more at a restaurant and bowling alley in Lewiston, Maine.
Who was Robert Card? Confirmed details on Maine shooting suspect
Robert Card, the gunman in the deadly mass shooting in Lewiston, Maine, was found dead, law enforcement sources told CBS News on Friday. Here's what to know.
A timeline of the Maine mass shooting
A timeline of the Maine shooting that left 18 people dead and 13 injured in a bowling alley and local restaurant.
Maine shooting survivor says he ran down bowling alley, hid behind pins
The man said he scrambled down the length of the alley, sliding into the pin area and climbing up to hide in the machinery.
18 killed, 13 injured in Maine mass shooting as police hunt for gunman
Authorities said they identified a suspect after the gunfire in Lewiston and asked people in at least three communities to shelter in place.
2 women killed in Labor Day shooting in Birmingham, Alabama
Police also confirmed that shots were fired near UAB Hospital, where the ER was placed on lockdown.
Pittsburgh synagogue mass shooter sentenced to death
The jury had to choose between the death penalty and life in prison for the gunman who killed 11 people and injured seven others in the 2018 attack.
3 dead, 8 wounded in shooting in Fort Worth, Texas parking lot
Police say one was pronounced dead at the scene and two others died in hospitals. The reasons for the shooting weren't clear.
Shocking video shows moment during South Baltimore mass shooting that killed two, injured 15 minors
Baltimore Police are investigating a mass shooting that happened during a block party early Sunday morning in Brooklyn. Police say 30 people were injured; two were killed.
Colorado Springs mass killer gets life in prison after pleading guilty
The suspect's plea comes just seven months after the shooting and spares victims' families and survivors a long and potentially painful trial.
Mass shooting in St. Louis leaves 1 minor dead, 9 injured, police say
St. Louis police are investigating an overnight shooting at a building in the city's downtown area. All the victims were teenagers.
1 dead, 6 wounded in deadly mass shooting at Antioch birthday party
Police in Antioch are investigating a deadly mass shooting at a birthday party early Sunday morning that left a young woman dead and six other people injured, authorities said.
Update: 9 injured in targeted San Francisco Mission District mass shooting; Suspect at large
Nine people were wounded in a mass shooting in the Mission District on Friday night in what police said appeared to be a "targeted and isolated" incident.
All suspected shooters in Hollywood mass shooting now in custody
Officials with the Hollywood Police Department said Monday that the last wanted suspected shooter linked to a Memorial Day mass shooting on the Hollywood Broadwalk has been taken into custody.
Texas mall shooter identified as authorities probe possible extremist ties
The gunman from Saturday's shooting was identified by police as Mauricio Garcia, 33. A source said he was a security guard with no prior serious criminal record.
Texas mall shooting witnesses recall "unfathomable" carnage: "She had no face"
Eight people were fatally shot and seven more were wounded when a gunman opened fire in the lot outside Allen Premium Outlets on Saturday.
At least 8 killed, 7 wounded in Texas mall shooting; suspected gunman dead
The suspect was shot and killed by a responding officer who was at the mall on an unrelated call, police said.
Texas mass shooting suspect found hiding under laundry as multiple arrests made
Francisco Oropesa is accused of killing five neighbors — including a 9-year-old boy.
Sheriff says Texas shooting suspect "could be anywhere now"
A Texas man went next door with an AR-style rifle and began shooting his neighbors after they asked him to stop firing rounds in his yard because they were trying to sleep, authorities said.
5 killed, 8 injured in downtown Louisville shooting; gunman dead
The shooting took place at an Old National Bank branch in Louisville. Police said the gunman, 25, worked at the bank.
Bodycam video shows officers converge on Nashville school shooter
Two sets of body camera footage show officers search the school before confronting the shooter.
Police "strongly believe" Nashville school shooter had other targets, including local mall
"We strongly believe there was going to be some other targets, including maybe family members, and one of the malls here in Nashville," said Nashville Police Chief John Drake.
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Oxford picks "rizz" as the word of the year
It beat out words such as prompt, situationship and Swiftie. Here's what rizz means.
CSU faculty to strike at Cal Poly Pomona
The faculty union at Cal Poly Pomona staged a one-day strike Monday, the first of several such actions this week at California State University schools statewide as the union negotiates a new labor contract.
Caleb Williams to skip USC's Holiday Bowl trip, fueling NFL expectations
Last season's Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Caleb Williams will not play for USC in the Holiday Bowl.
Santa Clarita bus strike ends with new contract
Santa Clarita Transit buses were rolling again Monday, with a new contract bringing an end to a strike that halted local, school and commuter service.
Harry and David National Cookie Day Sale: Get this BOGO deal on holiday gift baskets
Shop the Harry and David sale to save on holiday gift baskets -- buy one and you'll get a second for half price.
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Felon accused of killing 3 homeless men, and San Dimas slaying, due in court
A felon arrested on suspicion of fatally shooting three homeless men in Los Angeles, along with the follow-home robbery and slaying of an L.A. County employee in San Dimas, is due in a downtown L.A. courtroom Monday.
Oxford picks "rizz" as the word of the year
It beat out words such as prompt, situationship and Swiftie. Here's what rizz means.
CSU faculty to strike at Cal Poly Pomona
The faculty union at Cal Poly Pomona staged a one-day strike Monday, the first of several such actions this week at California State University schools statewide as the union negotiates a new labor contract.
Mayor Bass begins week-long tour of Los Angeles to highlight one-year anniversary
Mayor Karen Bass announced her plans to criss-cross Los Angeles ahead of the first anniversary of her inauguration on Dec. 11, highlighting work on homelessness, safety, business, climate and city services.
Santa Clarita bus strike ends with new contract
Santa Clarita Transit buses were rolling again Monday, with a new contract bringing an end to a strike that halted local, school and commuter service.
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CSU faculty to strike at Cal Poly Pomona
The faculty union at Cal Poly Pomona staged a one-day strike Monday, the first of several such actions this week at California State University schools statewide as the union negotiates a new labor contract.
Santa Clarita bus strike ends with new contract
Santa Clarita Transit buses were rolling again Monday, with a new contract bringing an end to a strike that halted local, school and commuter service.
Felon accused of killing 3 homeless men, and San Dimas slaying, due in court
A felon arrested on suspicion of fatally shooting three homeless men in Los Angeles, along with the follow-home robbery and slaying of an L.A. County employee in San Dimas, is due in a downtown L.A. courtroom Monday.
Man shot to death at South LA gas station
A man was shot to death at a gas station in the Vermont Knolls area of Los Angeles, and the shooter or shooters are currently at large, authorities said Monday.
Mayor Bass begins week-long tour of Los Angeles to highlight one-year anniversary
Mayor Karen Bass announced her plans to criss-cross Los Angeles ahead of the first anniversary of her inauguration on Dec. 11, highlighting work on homelessness, safety, business, climate and city services.
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Hidden Air Tags help investigators find serial plant thief
Hidden Air Tags helped investigators track down a plant thief accused of stealing $8,000 worth of items.
Marine pleads guilty to firebombing of Planned Parenthood in 2022
Chance Brannon, a former Camp Pendleton Marine, has pleaded guilty to federal charges for his role in a firebombing attack on a Planned Parenthood clinic in Costa Mesa in 2022 as well as planning an attack on Dodger Stadium.
Newport Beach police investigate claim that OKC Thunder player of improper relationship with minor
Newport Beach police Sgt. Steve Oberon said they are "actively seeking additional information related to these allegations and pursuing all leads and evidence to obtain the facts of the case."
Mother accused of drowning 9-year-old daughter in bathtub
A Westminster mother is accused of drowning her 9-year-old daughter in a bathtub. Prosecutors said the girl used a wheelchair and could not speak.
Controversial homeless services center receives new contract
Orange County's Board of Supervisors renewed the contract of a homeless services center in Santa Ana, much to the dismay of some residents.
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Armed suspect dies of self-inflicted gunshot wound after standoff with deputies in Wildomar
An armed suspect died of an allegedly self-inflicted gunshot wound after a standoff with deputies in Wildomar on Sunday.
Man, two juveniles arrested for stealing NOS from victims at gunpoint in Chino Hills
According to investigators, two victims were followed from a motorsports store after they purchased two NOS tanks. After arriving at their location, they were approached by two suspects armed with a pistol who stole the tanks and fled from the area.
Riverside police arrest three for road rage shooting in downtown area
Investigators say that shots were fired after an altercation between three people over an apparent road rage incident in downtown Riverside on Nov. 25.
Suspect killed in shootout with San Bernardino Sheriff's Sergeant
A San Bernardino County Sheriff's sergeant was airlifted to the hospital after killing a suspect during a gas station shootout.
Federal court orders Moreno Valley school district to change its policing policy after shocking arrest of disabled student
A federal court ruling involving a controversial arrest within Moreno Valley Unified School District could lead to big changes in school policies nationwide.
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Federal court orders Moreno Valley school district to change its policing policy after shocking arrest of disabled student
A federal court ruling involving a controversial arrest within Moreno Valley Unified School District could lead to big changes in school policies nationwide.
Did a 2018 memo outlining potential freeway fire hazards get ignored?
Caltrans engineers warned the department about the possibility of fires raging under freeways if flammable materials were allowed to be stored there. However, it appears these guidelines may have been ignored.
KCAL Investigates: Stabbing that went unreported for hours raises concerns about school safety
A stabbing at an LAUSD school that went unreported for hours has raised concerns about student's safety.
KCAL News investigation prompts Metro board to make safety changes at stations
A KCAL News investigation, which revealed dangerous and toxic conditions at several Metro stations across Los Angeles County, where potentially deadly traces of drugs were found left behind, has prompted the Metro board to pass a mandate requiring cleaning and disinfecting to promote the safety of travelers. David Goldstein reports.
KCAL Investigates: How "structural racism" affects school funding
KCAL News senior reporter Ross Palombo shows how race, ethnicity and wealth affect the quality of schools in California.
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Oxford picks "rizz" as the word of the year
It beat out words such as prompt, situationship and Swiftie. Here's what rizz means.
Doug Burgum ends 2024 presidential campaign
North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum had struggled with name recognition and did not qualify for the third GOP debate last month.
Ex-U.S. ambassador arrested, accused of serving as agent of Cuba
Manuel Rocha, who served as U.S. ambassador to Bolivia, has been arrested in a long-running FBI investigation. He is accused of serving as an agent of Cuba.
Alaska Airlines reaches deal to buy Hawaiian Airlines
Alaska Airlines has reached a deal to buy Hawaiian Airlines, the companies announced Sunday. The airlines said the move will unlock more travel destinations for flyers.
Renewed concerns for civilians as Israel intensifies southern Gaza assault
Israel pounded targets in the southern Gaza Strip, intensifying a renewed offensive after a weeklong truce with Hamas and giving rise to renewed concerns about civilian casualties.
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Doug Burgum ends 2024 presidential campaign
North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum had struggled with name recognition and did not qualify for the third GOP debate last month.
Mayor Bass begins week-long tour of Los Angeles to highlight one-year anniversary
Mayor Karen Bass announced her plans to criss-cross Los Angeles ahead of the first anniversary of her inauguration on Dec. 11, highlighting work on homelessness, safety, business, climate and city services.
Ex-U.S. ambassador arrested, accused of serving as agent of Cuba
Manuel Rocha, who served as U.S. ambassador to Bolivia, has been arrested in a long-running FBI investigation. He is accused of serving as an agent of Cuba.
U.S. assisting Israel to find intelligence "gaps," Turner says
Israel dismissed warnings leading up to the terrorist attack, Rep. Mike Turner, the chair of the House Intelligence Committee, said.
Sandra Day O'Connor, first woman on the Supreme Court, dies at 93
Sandra Day O'Connor was appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court by President Ronald Reagan in 1981, and she retired in 2006.
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On Your Side: College students and credit-card debt
One in four college students says they have credit card debt, according to a new survey by U.S. News and World Report. And with interest rates topping 20 percent, those students could be in debt for years. On Your Side's Kristine Lazar has more on the biggest mistakes college students are making with their credit cards.
On Your Side: Who needs a will, and how do you create one?
Fewer than a third of Americans have a will. Experts say that could lead to confusion and money loss when someone dies without one. On Your Side's Kristine Lazar has expert tips on who needs a will and how to create one.
The best Mega Millions strategies, according to a Harvard statistician
Choosing random numbers increases your chances of not having to split the prize money should you win.
Bank offers seniors advance on Social Security payments
A new online bank is catering to seniors and advertising an advance on monthly Social Security payments, without any extra fees or charges. Kristine Lazar takes a look.
On Your Side: Biden Administration targets 'junk fees'
The Biden Administration wants to trash so-called "junk fees," and has spent the past year slowly chipping away at them. But will the president's efforts really help consumers? On Your Side's Kristine Lazar takes a look.
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Biden's limit on drug industry middlemen backfires, pharmacists say
A federal rule taking effect Jan. 1 was intended to stop abuses by pharmacy benefit managers, but some pharmacists say it's making things worse.
Multiple brands of dog food recalled as FDA warns of salmonella risks
Three different dog food brands have been recalled in recent week because of bacteria that can sicken pets and humans who handle the food.
Meta sued by states claiming Instagram and Facebook harm children
The social media company has hidden the dangers of its platforms from the public with profit in mind, dozens of attorneys general allege.
Newsom signs bill advancing universal health care, vetoes insulin price cap
On Saturday Gov. Newsom announced the approval of Senate Bill 770, introduced by Sen. Scott Wiener (D-SF) which advances steps toward securing universal health coverage in California.
Kaiser workers end historic strike, but another may loom
Union coalition that led three-day walkout says employees may strike again unless health care giant addresses their concerns.
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San Diego Padres owner Peter Seidler, who spent big in pursuit of a World Series title, dies at 63
Seidler, who grew up around the game as a third-generation member of the O'Malley family that used to own the Dodgers, died on Tuesday, the Padres announced. He was 63.
SAG-AFTRA board approves strike-ending deal as leaders tout money gains and AI rights
Board members from Hollywood's actors union have voted to approve the deal with studios that ended their strike after nearly four months.
Utah sues TikTok, alleging it lures children into addictive and destructive social media habits
Utah has become the latest state to sue TikTok, alleging the social media company is "baiting" children into addictive and unhealthy habits.
Numbers drawn for $1.55 billion Powerball jackpot after a long stretch without a winner
The numbers have been drawn for an estimated $1.55 billion Powerball jackpot that ranks as the world's fourth-largest lottery prize.
Newsom vetoes bill allowing Amsterdam-style cannabis cafes in California
A bill to allow Amsterdam-style cannabis cafes in California has been vetoed by Gov. Gavin Newsom, according to Assemblymember Matt Haney, who authored the legislation.
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Caleb Williams to skip USC's Holiday Bowl trip, fueling NFL expectations
Last season's Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Caleb Williams will not play for USC in the Holiday Bowl.
Kings beat Avalanche 4-1 as Kopitar breaks club record for assists
Quinton Byfield scored twice, Anze Kopitar became the franchise leader in assists, and the Los Angeles Kings beat the Colorado Avalanche 4-1.
UCLA slated to play Boise State in LA Bowl; USC will face off against Louisville in Holiday Bowl
After fighting to winning seasons, UCLA and USC will remain in SoCal for bowl season.
Matthew Stafford throws 3 TD passes as Rams win 3rd straight, 36-19 over Browns
Matthew Stafford threw three touchdown passes, Puka Nacua became the first Rams rookie wide receiver to reach 1,000 yards in a season, and Los Angeles extended its winning streak to three games with a 36-19 victory over the Cleveland Browns.
Dicker makes pair of field goals to beat Patriots and latest hapless QB, 6-0
Justin Herbert threw for 212 yards and set up a pair of Cameron Dicker field goals that were all the Los Angeles Chargers needed for their first shutout in six years, a 6-0 victory over the New England Patriots.
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Beyoncé's 'Renaissance' is No. 1 at the box office with $21 million debut
Beyoncé ruled the box office this weekend with $21 million in North American ticket sales, according to estimates from AMC Theatres Sunday.
"Home Alone" icon Macaulay Culkin receives star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
A star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame was unveiled Friday honoring Macaulay Culkin for a 40-year acting career, highlighted by "Home Alone."
Shane MacGowan, longtime frontman of The Pogues, dies at 65
Singer-songwriter Shane MacGowan, the longtime front-man of The Pogues, died at the age of 65 surrounded by loved ones in Ireland, his family said.
Taylor Swift was Spotify's most-streamed artist in 2023
Taylor Swift was the most-streamed artist globally in 2023, according to Spotify Wrapped. Here's how you can find who you spent the most time with this year.
"Late Show" episodes canceled as Stephen Colbert recovers from surgery
Late night host Stephen Colbert is recovering from surgery for a ruptured appendix, he said on Monday.
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The Morning Wrap: 12/4
The Cameron Boyce Foundation just released a new lavender calming candle.
Bass begins tour of LA to highlight 1st anniversary in office
Ahead of the first anniversary of her Dec. 11 inauguration, Mayor Karen Bass Monday began a weeklong tour of Los Angeles during which she plans to hold various events to highlight her work on homelessness, safety, business, climate and city services.
Community Insider
We sit down with Nicole Williams of the Los Angeles Sentinel.
Kings-sponsored LA Lion gets first female D1 scholarship
Lincoln Brown was a constant in LA Kings junior girls hockey program growing up. And now the LA Lion is the 1st to earn a Division 1 scholarship. She chats with Jill Painter Lopez about being a role model for black girls who want to play hockey
Celebrating National Cookie Day with Hudson's Cookies
Verlie Payne from "Hudson’s Cookies" in Orange County joins us with a cookie-making demo for National Cookie Day!
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Roads closed for the Hollywood Christmas Parade
Here are the roads closed for the Hollywood Christmas Parade
Aftermath of Tropical Storm Hilary in Southern California
Although damage was minimal, some residents woke up Monday to flooded streets, fallen trees and other issues
Tropical Storm Hilary
Tropical Storm Hilary, which started the weekend as a Category 4 hurricane, has quickly moved up the coast of Southern California, bringing heavy rain, flooding and strong winds to the area. Here's a look at some photos from the notable weather event.
Wallex US Open of Surfing in Huntington Beach
Thousands descended on Huntington Beach to watch their favorite surfers compete in the Wallex US Of Surfing, July 29 - Aug 6. Check out some photos from the first couple of days of the competition
JM Eagle LA Championship at Wilshire Country Club
Shots from the LPGA Tour's JM Eagle LA Championship at the Wilshire Country Club in Palos Verdes.
