Trump says he'll award Charlie Kirk the Presidential Medal of Freedom
President Trump called Charlie Kirk a "giant of his generation."
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Weapon in Charlie Kirk shooting recovered
Authorities say the weapon used in the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk has been recovered and law enforcement tracked the movements of the suspect. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi has the latest.
What can stop the rise in political violence?
The assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk is the latest in a wave of political violence. CBS News' Robert Costa and American Enterprise Institute domestic policy director Matthew Continetti join "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss what steps can be taken to prevent future attacks.
Trump speaks at 9/11 ceremony at Pentagon
President Trump announced he will posthumously award the Medal of Freedom to Charlie Kirk, who was shot and killed while speaking at an event in Utah. Mr. Trump spoke at a remembrance event for the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks at the Pentagon.
Some details of suspect in Kirk's killing
Authorities said they have "good security footage" of the suspect in the assassination of Charlie Kirk, but said they were not going to release it yet. They also shared some details of the suspect during a news conference on Thursday. CBS News' Anna Schecter, Carter Evans and Scott MacFarlane have the latest.
Witness recalls hearing gunshot at Kirk event
Trevor Howard was at the campus event at Utah Valley University on Wednesday when conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed. Howard described the moment he heard a gunshot.
Officials give update on Kirk's killing
Officials held a news conference a day after Charlie Kirk was shot and killed at an event at Utah Valley University. Officials said they have "good security footage" of the suspect who fled the scene and have recovered the weapon used in the shooting. Tony Dokoupil anchored a CBS News Special Report.
Rep. Steve Scalise responds to Kirk shooting
House majority leader Steve Scalise, a Louisiana Republican who survived a politically-motivated attack when he was shot at a congressional baseball practice in 2017, speaks to "CBS Mornings" about the Charlie Kirk shooting.
Witness describes Charlie Kirk shooting
Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist and ally of President Trump, was shot and killed Wednesday as he hosted one of his campus debates at Utah Valley University. A witness described the moment a single gunshot was fired, saying, "people started screaming." Warning, the video is disturbing.
Charlie Kirk's influence on politics
CBS News chief Washington analyst Robert Costa and former Republican House Speaker Kevin McCarthy join "CBS Mornings" to discuss conservative activist Charlie Kirk's political influence.
Manhunt underway in Charlie Kirk's killing
Officials continued to search for the suspect in the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The Turning Point USA co-founder was shot and killed during an event at Utah Valley University. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez and Natalie Brand have more. Trevor Howard, who was at the event, described the panic after Kirk was shot.
A look back at Charlie Kirk's life
Charlie Kirk motivated young Republicans through his organization, Turning Point USA. He used podcasts and campus tours to build his political movement. CBS News' Nancy Cordes looks at his impact.
Trump responds to Charlie Kirk shooting death
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was a close ally to President Trump. A fixture at Mar-A-Lago, he advised Mr. Trump on some of his Cabinet picks. He was also an early champion of JD Vance to be the president's running mate. In a four-minute video recorded from the Oval Office, Mr. Trump described Kirk, saying, "he's a martyr for truth and freedom and there has never been someone who was so respected by youth."
Lawmakers condemn killing of Charlie Kirk
Politicians across the aisle have come together to condemn the killing of conservative commentator and activist Charlie Kirk and decry political violence. CBS News' Carter Evans, Scott MacFarlane, Nancy Cordes and Olivia Rinaldi have more.
Latest in manhunt for Charlie Kirk killer
Investigators say it appears the shooter in the killing of Charlie Kirk acted alone and it was a targeted act. FBI director Kash Patel said law enforcement had someone in custody, suspected of the killing, but hours later, that person was released. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.
Witnesses say Charlie Kirk was debating gun violence before deadly shooting
A witness who saw the moment Charlie Kirk was fatally shot said he had just begun debating someone about mass shootings and gun violence when he was shot.
Trump shares video message about Charlie Kirk
President Trump posted a video message Wednesday night addressing the shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Officials say the investigation into the shooting is ongoing with authorities still searching for the shooter. No motive is known at this time.
Spotlight on political violence threat
The shooting death of prominent conservative activist and Trump ally Charlie Kirk is raising questions about the rise of political violence. Shannon Hiller, executive director of Bridging Divides Initiative at Princeton University, joins to discuss.
Latest on investigation into Kirk shooting
FBI Director Kash Patel says a person of interest in the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk has been released from custody. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
Breaking down reaction to Charlie Kirk shooting
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed at an event at Utah Valley University. Officials had a press conference where police say they have a person of interest in custody. Scott MacFarlane has the latest.g
Speaker Johnson condemns Charlie Kirk shooting
House Speaker Mike Johnson led the chamber in a moment of silence and prayer Wednesday following the shooting death of Charlie Kirk. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has more.
Kirk's death amid rising political violence
Charlie Kirk's death comes nearly a year after a man attempted to gun down President Trump on his Florida golf course. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more on rising political violence.
Officials give update on Kirk shooting
Federal, state and local officials provided an update after conservative political activist Charlie Kirk was killed on Wednesday.
Rep. Mike Kennedy on killing of Charlie Kirk
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed Wednesday while speaking at an event at Utah Valley University. Utah Rep. Mike Kennedy joined CBS News to discuss Kirk's life.
Looking at Charlie Kirk's political influence
The CEO and founder of the conservative organization Turning Point USA, Charlie Kirk, was shot and killed while speaking to an audience on the campus of Utah Valley University Wednesday. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe and Weijia Jiang report.
2 U.S. service members missing amid training exercise in Morocco
The service members were participating in African Lion, the largest joint military exercise on the continent.
Press gala shooting suspect moved off suicide watch, records show
A Monday hearing set to discuss removing Cole Allen from suicide watch has been cancelled, according to court documents.
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Bulk carrier reports 1st attack in weeks near Strait of Hormuz
President Trump told reporters Saturday he is reviewing a new 14-point peace proposal that was submitted by Iran.
Rep. Jason Crow says U.S. is "not good at having off ramps" in Middle East
Democratic Rep. Jason Crow of Colorado said on Sunday that the U.S should be considering a broader question of strategy in the war with Iran.
Spirit Airlines shutting down after failed effort at government rescue deal
The budget carrier Spirit Airlines is ceasing operations after failing to land a $500 million bailout from the Trump administration.
Ukraine hits Russian oil assets, including "shadow fleet" tankers
Ukraine has launched a wave of strikes against Russia's oil export infrastructure, including tankers in its "shadow fleet."
Video shows man's rescue after falling under bridge in Washington state
Dramatic video shows a man's rescue from beneath the High Steel Bridge in Washington state.
Golden Tempo wins 152nd Kentucky Derby, making history for its trainer
Cherie DeVaux became the first woman to train the winner of the opening leg of the Triple Crown.
Drugmaker asks Supreme Court to halt ruling blocking online access to mifepristone
A maker of the widely used abortion pill mifepristone asked the Supreme Court on Saturday to block an appellate court ruling that cut off mail-order access to the drug just a day earlier.
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Press gala shooting suspect moved off suicide watch, records show
A Monday hearing set to discuss removing Cole Allen from suicide watch has been cancelled, according to court documents.
Watch a Spirit pilot's impromptu retirement celebration after airline shutters
A Spirit pilot received an impromptu retirement party from a different airline after what would have been his final flight was canceled.
Rep. Jason Crow says U.S. is "not good at having off ramps" in Middle East
Democratic Rep. Jason Crow of Colorado said on Sunday that the U.S should be considering a broader question of strategy in the war with Iran.
Sen. Raphael Warnock: Supreme Court "poured fuel on this redistricting arms race"
Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock of Georgia called the Supreme Court's decision last week to strike down Louisiana's congressional map and weaken the Voting Rights Act "a massive and devastating blow."
Video shows man's rescue after falling under bridge in Washington state
Dramatic video shows a man's rescue from beneath the High Steel Bridge in Washington state.
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Overtourism: Too much of a good thing?
"Sunday Morning" looks at the impacts that increasing numbers of tourists, spurred in large part by social media, are having in some of the world's most popular and fragile destinations.
Berkshire Hathaway has 1st annual meeting without Warren Buffett
The company's first-quarter profit more than doubled as the value of its investments grew and most of its businesses improved.
Spirit Airlines shutting down after failed effort at government rescue deal
The budget carrier Spirit Airlines is ceasing operations after failing to land a $500 million bailout from the Trump administration.
Pickleball Inc. $225 million deal creates new home for sport
The deal merged Major League Pickleball and the Carvana PPA Tour, two of the nascent sport's most active entities, under one company, Pickleball Inc.
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Ford CEO says company is focusing on making vehicles more affordable
Ford CEO Jim Farley tells CBS News, "Most of our new models are going to be more affordable versions."
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Rep. Jason Crow says U.S. is "not good at having off ramps" in Middle East
Democratic Rep. Jason Crow of Colorado said on Sunday that the U.S should be considering a broader question of strategy in the war with Iran.
Sen. Raphael Warnock: Supreme Court "poured fuel on this redistricting arms race"
Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock of Georgia called the Supreme Court's decision last week to strike down Louisiana's congressional map and weaken the Voting Rights Act "a massive and devastating blow."
Transcript: Kevin Hassett on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 3, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 3, 2026.
Transcript: Rep. Jason Crow on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 3, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Jason Crow, Democrat of Colorado, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 3, 2026.
Transcript: Minneapolis Fed president and CEO Neel Kashkari on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 3, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Minneapolis Fed president and CEO Neel Kashkari that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 3, 2026.
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5/3: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: The effects of overtourism; horse therapy; a tool to help keep dementia in check; Sting on "The Last Ship"; a golf journalist takes over a failing golf course; a Mozart exhibition; and collecting PEZ dispensers.
A tool to help keep dementia in check
Many people fear that a family history of dementia dooms them to inevitably suffer the condition themselves. But a new tool, the Brain Care Score, shows how lifestyle changes can be beneficial, cutting the risk of dementia. National Public Radio correspondent Allison Aubrey talks with neurologist Dr. Jonathan Rosand about how making changes to your daily habits might just be the prescription needed.
A tool to help keep dementia in check
Many people fear that a family history of dementia dooms them to inevitably suffer the condition themselves. But a new tool, the Brain Care Score, shows how lifestyle changes can be beneficial, cutting the risk of dementia.
Horsepower: How horses are therapeutic
Horses can form powerful bonds with people owing to their ability to sense and feel human emotions. Endeavor Therapeutic Horsemanship, in Bedford Corners, N.Y., has programs that help people with disabilities, veterans with PTSD, and the incarcerated through interactions with their horses. "60 Minutes" correspondent Lesley Stahl reports.
Football practice was leaving a teen fatigued. A rare cancer was to blame.
Cameron Rider's fatigue, body aches and fever were diagnosed as pneumonia, but he couldn't seem to get better.
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Ukraine hits Russian oil assets, including "shadow fleet" tankers
Ukraine has launched a wave of strikes against Russia's oil export infrastructure, including tankers in its "shadow fleet."
Transcript: Kevin Hassett on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 3, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 3, 2026.
Transcript: Rep. Jason Crow on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 3, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Jason Crow, Democrat of Colorado, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 3, 2026.
Transcript: Minneapolis Fed president and CEO Neel Kashkari on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 3, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Minneapolis Fed president and CEO Neel Kashkari that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 3, 2026.
Transcript: Sen. Raphael Warnock on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 3, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Sen. Raphael Warnock, Democrat of Georgia, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 3, 2026.
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5/3: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: The effects of overtourism; horse therapy; a tool to help keep dementia in check; Sting on "The Last Ship"; a golf journalist takes over a failing golf course; a Mozart exhibition; and collecting PEZ dispensers.
Sting embarks on "The Last Ship"
The English city of Newcastle was hometown of the rock musician Sting, who as a young man witnessed the city's shipbuilding business dry up. He's paid homage to his town's heritage by writing and starring in a musical, "The Last Ship."
Extended interview: Sting
In this web exclusive, the rock musician Sting talks with Mark Phillips about his stage musical, "The Last Ship," in which he stars, and which is being performed on a global tour. He calls the show an elegy for what Newcastle and its people represented to him growing up. He also discusses why, for him, uncertainty is a key component of art; why performing "Roxanne" today is never tiresome; and why, for him, music is a church.
Sting embarks on "The Last Ship"
For centuries the English city of Newcastle was a hard-scrabble industrial powerhouse that built ships. It was also the hometown of the rock musician Sting, who as a young man witnessed the city's shipbuilding business dry up. He's paid homage to his town's heritage by writing and starring in a musical, "The Last Ship," which he's now taking on an international tour. He talks with Mark Phillips about his long career, and why he can't stop working.
Passage: In memoriam
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including songwriter David Allan Coe, famous for his country hit "Take This Job and Shove It."
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Almanac: May 3
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Reducing data center impact on U.S. power grid
Powerful artificial intelligence data centers are putting a significant strain on the nation's power grid, but one U.S.-based company has a proposal to help solve the issue. Jon Parella, CEO and founder of Terraflow Energy, joins to discuss.
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.
Apple's latest earnings beat expectations
Apple's latest earnings report beat Wall Street expectations. CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins with more.
Elon Musk concludes testimony in OpenAI trial
Elon Musk's testimony concluded Thursday in his lawsuit against OpenAI. Nicholas Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic and host of "The Most Interesting Thing in AI" podcast, joins "The Takeout" with analysis.
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Bill Nye on the Artemis II moon mission
Bill Nye The Science Guy, the chief ambassador of The Planetary Society, joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings with more after meeting the Artemis II crew in person after their successful mission around the moon.
Trump administration fires board overseeing National Science Foundation
The Trump administration has fired all 22 current members of an independent board that oversees the National Science Foundation, one dismissed member says.
AI used to reveal face of victim fleeing Mount Vesuvius eruption
Archaeologists found the victim holding a terracotta mortar, which they interpret as an improvised attempt to shield his head.
In a first, endangered orangutan seen using canopy bridge to cross road
Rapid development has been shrinking the jungle habitat of the critically endangered species, and fatal conflicts with people have been increasing.
Saving the Venus fly trap
The carnivorous Venus fly trap is native to the Carolinas, but its population is dwindling due to loss of habitat. Correspondent Seth Doane talks with botanist Julie Moore, who has spent much of her life helping to save these remarkable plants; and with Damon Waitt, director of the North Carolina Botanical Garden, who discusses the unusual traits of a species that Charles Darwin called the most interesting plant in the world.
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Press gala shooting suspect moved off suicide watch, records show
A Monday hearing set to discuss removing Cole Allen from suicide watch has been cancelled, according to court documents.
Stalked woman shot at 14 times by ex-boyfriend during horrific 911 call
Gloria Choi and her friends called Lakewood, Washington, 911 four times in 48 hours to report her being stalked by an ex-boyfriend. Two days later, he ran her off the road and riddled her truck with bullets as she was on the line with a 911 dispatcher.
New video of correspondents' dinner suspect
New video shows the alleged White House Correspondents' Dinner shooter breaching event security after roaming the hotel hallways prior to the dinner.
Starmer urges action at some Gaza protests after antisemitic attacks
Keir Starmer said he would always defend the right to protest, but that there may be instances where some marches should be banned.
3 months since Nancy Guthrie's disappearance
Friday marked exactly three months since Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie, was reported missing. Briana Whitney, a breaking news reporter for the Crime Junkie podcast, joins "The Daily Report" with more.
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Artemis crew surprises 5-year-old aspiring astronaut with special gift
The Artemis II team gained a new member, and the crew made sure their youngest teammate had the right stuff for space.
Artemis II crew reveals what snack they ate right after splashdown
The Artemis II astronauts said they actually really enjoyed the space food, but it was a familiar candy they enjoyed after splashing down in the Pacific Ocean.
Artemis II astronauts talk mission toilet troubles: "We made do"
The plumbing issues aboard the Orion capsule became headline news in the early days of the historic Artemis II mission.
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Artemis crew tells kids moon flight was "the best roller coaster ride"
The Artemis II astronauts joined "CBS Mornings" for a live town hall where they took questions from kids just weeks after returning from their historic moon mission.
SpaceX launches Falcon Heavy rocket carrying powerful satellite
SpaceX's most powerful operational rocket boosted a high-speed ViaSat internet data relay satellite into space to complete a globe-spanning constellation.
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
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5/3: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: The effects of overtourism; horse therapy; a tool to help keep dementia in check; Sting on "The Last Ship"; a golf journalist takes over a failing golf course; a Mozart exhibition; and collecting PEZ dispensers.
Chevron CEO on energy prices
In an interview on April 23, Chevron CEO Mike Wirth told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that it's "very hard to predict" the Iran war's lasting impact on energy prices "because markets are dynamic. They can respond to things that we don't anticipate."
FDA expands access to pancreatic cancer drug
The FDA this week announced it would be expanding access to a promising pancreatic cancer drug that nearly doubled survival time for patients with advanced pancreatic cancer in a large clinical trial.
Face the Nation: Wirth, Crow, Warnock
Missed the second half of the show? Chevron CEO Mike Wirth, Rep. Jason Crow and Sen. Raphael Warnock join.
Crow: U.S. "not good at having off ramps"
Democratic Rep. Jason Crow of Colorado, who is on the House Armed Services Committee, told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that the Iran war is the latest example of how the U.S. is "not good at having off ramps and accomplishing large strategic decisions in the Middle East."