Student writes will
A sixth grader in Alabama wrote his version of a will after his school received a threat. WIAT-TV's Hillary Simon reports.
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Flake: Gun control a chance for Trump to lead
Arizona Sen. Jeff Flake proposed bills to ban bump stocks and prevent individuals who are on the No Fly list from purchasing firearms. Flake also introduced legislation to raise the minimum age to purchase an assault rifle from 18 to 21. Flake joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss President Trump's latest calls for stricter gun control measures.
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Dick's Sporting Goods takes stance on guns
The sports retailer announced it will no longer sell assault-style rifles and called on government officials to pursue new policies on guns, including raising the age to purchase weapons to 21.
Sen. Manchin on Trump meeting, gun reform
Senator Joe Manchin, D-West Virginia, joins CBSN from Capitol Hill to talk about today's meeting with President Trump, Dick's Sporting Goods' decision to stop selling assault weapons, and the search for bipartisan agreement about what should be done about guns.
Sen. Manchin on "common sense" gun laws
President Trump will meet with Republican and Democratic members of Congress today to discuss potential gun control legislation. West Virginia Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin, who will attend the White House meeting, joins "CBS This Morning" from Capitol Hill to discuss gun legislation. Five years ago, Manchin co-sponsored a bill to expand background checks and strengthen the national background check database. The Senate rejected the measure twice.
Rep. O'Rourke on potential gun legislation
Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate from Texas Beto O'Rourke says that AR-15s do not belong on U.S. streets or in schools.
Gun control debate heats up in Washington
Lawmakers are back in Washington, and they're facing mounting pressure to address gun safety. President Trump has said he's open to reforming the background check system with a focus on mental health. He also wants to ban so-called "bump stocks" and raise the minimum age to buy rifles to 21. Bloomberg News White House correspondent Shannon Pettypiece takes CBSN through the latest.
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Rick Scott's gun reform plan a turning point?
Anna Palmer, senior Washington correspondent for Politico and co-author of the "Playbook" newsletter, joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss the implications of former Trump campaign aide Rick Gates's guilty plea and the ongoing debate about how to prevent gun violence.
Rick Scott unveils plan to change gun laws
There are reports that at least three Broward County Sheriff's deputies waited outside Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School while a gunman killed 17 people inside. The shooting has prompted calls at the state and national level for changes to gun laws and security measures at schools. Omar Villafranca reports.
Trump clarifies comment on arming teachers
President Trump took to Twitter to clarify the comments he made yesterday about arming teachers on school campuses. Reuters White House correspondent Ayesha Rascoe joined CBSN with more on the president's stance on guns.
Support for bill after school shooting
In the wake of the school shooting in Parkland, Florida, the White House is showing support for a bill aimed at improving background checks for gun purchases. It's the same bill introduced after a deadly shooting at a Texas church. CBS News national correspondent Chip Reid reports.
Trump supports improved background checks
The White House has said President Trump supports efforts to improve background checks for gun purchases. This comes as CBS News has learned the suspected Florida school shooter bought seven rifles in the last year. Meanwhile in Washington, 13 Russian nationals have been indicted for meddling in the 2016 election. Niall Stanage, a White House columnist for The Hill, takes CBSN through the latest.
Mental health focus at odds with Trump policy
When President Trump sees a crime committed by an immigrant – legal or otherwise – he immediately calls for new policy. After yet another mass shooting on his watch in Florida, he sees no need for new policy on firearms, and his emphasis on mental health is undermined by his own record. Major Garrett reports.
Trump addresses nation after Florida shooting
President Trump addressed the nation after 17 people were killed in a mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, on Wednesday. Norah O'Donnell, John Dickerson, Gayle King and Major Garrett report in this CBS News Special Report.
Gun debate discussion
This past Thursday marked five years since 20 students and six staff members were killed at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut. Since then, the national debate over gun control is far from settled. CBS News' streaming channel CBSN sent producer Christina Ruffini to Colorado Springs to discuss the issue with people on opposite sides.
Adam Winkler on guns
Adam Winkler, law professor at the University of California Los Angeles and the author of 'gunfight' - a history of the debate over gun control, joins to discuss how to address gun control effectively.
Talks on bump stock regulations
President Trump said Thursday night that he and Republican leaders will consider regulating bump stocks. Authorities say the Las Vegas gunman used the devices to make semi-automatic rifles shoot more like fully automatic weapons. Even the National Rifle Association says it may accept new restrictions. Nancy Cordes reports.
GOP bump stocks
After the mass shooting in Las Vegas, Republican lawmakers have signaled they're open to regulating the kind of equipment that enabled the shooter to gun down hundreds of concertgoers. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes has the response on Capitol Hill.
Rep. Steve Scalise on gun rights
Before the Las Vegas mass shooting, "CBS This Morning" co-host Norah O'Donnell spoke with Republican Congressman Steve Scalise about gun control. Last week's "60 Minutes" interview was Scalise's first since he was critically wounded in June by a gunman at a congressional baseball practice. In a portion you didn't see on "60 Minutes," the House majority whip stated his support for gun owners' rights.
Supreme Court agrees to hear major New York gun rights case
The high court's expanded conservative majority is poised to address the politically charged issue of gun rights.
Group raffles gun, Hillary portrait
Grass Roots North Carolina, a gun rights group, is raffling off an AR-15 rifle along with a portrait of Hillary Clinton. CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers has the details on the controversial contest.
With the New York primary looming, Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders sparred over critical issues on the debate stage Thursday night
With the New York primary looming, Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders sparred over critical issues on the debate stage Thursday night. The two Democratic candidates prodded each other about gun control, the minimum wage and Wall Street. CBS News senior political editor Steve Chaggaris and CBSN political contributor Lynda Tran join CBSN to discuss how this debate may have hit a somewhat of a negative tone.
A gun shop owner named John Downs is being called a hero for not selling a rifle to a troubled young man
A gun shop owner named John Downs is being called a hero for not selling a rifle to a troubled young man. Downs said he felt in his gut that something was not right. Adriana Diaz has more.
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Iran says Strait of Hormuz will be "completely closed" if Trump delivers on threats
President Trump's threat came after CENTCOM's commander said that Iran's ability to threaten the Strait of Hormuz had been "degraded."
New York's LaGuardia Airport closed after plane and ground vehicle collide
New York's La Guardia Airport was closed early Monday after an arriving Air Canada Express plane and ground vehicle collided, according to flight tracking service FlightRadar24.
The company reviving the U.S. rare earth industry, from mine to magnet
The Trump administration brokered an unusual deal with a U.S. mining, refining and magnet company as part of a plan to diminish America's reliance on China for rare earths.
Poll: Most say Iran war not going well, but don't want regime left in power
Most Republicans, especially MAGA, continue to support the US action and express a lot of confidence in Trump personally.
Trump says ICE agents will assist TSA at airports as delays worsen
Wait times aren't expected to improve until government funding is restored and TSA officers receive paychecks.
Senate advances Markwayne Mullin's nomination for DHS secretary
In a 54 to 37 vote, two Democrats voted with all Republicans in attendance to advance Sen. Markwayne Mullin's nomination. A final confirmation vote is expected in the coming days.
U.S. importing Korean shipbuilding techniques to save floundering industry
The Trump administration has called the floundering American shipbuilding industry an economic and national security crisis. Getting help from overseas may be one way to save the domestic industry.
Officials scramble to carry out Trump's directive on ICE agents at airports
President Trump said Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents will assist TSA agents at airports as delays and security staffing shortages continue to worsen.
Trump administration says it is ready to deport Abrego Garcia to Liberia
The Trump administration has asked a federal judge to dissolve her order preventing ICE from deporting Kilmar Abrego Garcia to Liberia.
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New York's LaGuardia Airport closed after plane and ground vehicle collide
New York's La Guardia Airport was closed early Monday after an arriving Air Canada Express plane and ground vehicle collided, authorities said.
Savannah Guthrie renews plea for clues in mother's disappearance
"Today Show" co-host Savannah Guthrie is renewing pleas to residents of Tucson, Arizona, to jog their memories in the hopes of sparking new leads in the disappearance of her mother, Nancy.
Officials scramble to carry out Trump's directive on ICE agents at airports
President Trump said Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents will assist TSA agents at airports as delays and security staffing shortages continue to worsen.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 22, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, U.N. Ambassador Mike Waltz and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte join Margaret Brennan.
Waltz: "Never take anything off the table" on U.S. hitting Iran plants
Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz said "we are seeing our allies come around as they should," as Iran threatens shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
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Jury finds Elon Musk liable for misleading investors during Twitter purchase
A jury has found Elon Musk liable for misleading investors by deliberately driving down Twitter's stock price in the tumultuous months leading up to his 2022 acquisition of the social media company.
CBS News Radio to shut down after nearly a century of broadcasting
CBS News announced Friday that CBS News Radio will be shutting down this spring after nearly 100 years of broadcasting, citing "challenging economic realities."
Getting ready to fly? Here are 3 ways to track TSA wait times.
Security lines are stretching up to 2 hours at some airports amid TSA staffing shortages. Here's how to check wait times before you leave.
Are the Trump administration's efforts to lower oil and gas prices working?
With gas closing in on $4 a gallon, the Trump administration is pulling multiple levers to tame energy prices. The results have been mixed.
Nearly 90,000 bottles of children's ibuprofen recalled across the U.S.
A pharmaceutical company issued the recall after receiving complaints of "gel-like mass and black particles" in the product, the FDA said.
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Officials scramble to carry out Trump's directive on ICE agents at airports
President Trump said Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents will assist TSA agents at airports as delays and security staffing shortages continue to worsen.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 22, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, U.N. Ambassador Mike Waltz and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte join Margaret Brennan.
Waltz: "Never take anything off the table" on U.S. hitting Iran plants
Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz said "we are seeing our allies come around as they should," as Iran threatens shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
Senate advances Markwayne Mullin's nomination for DHS secretary
In a 54 to 37 vote, two Democrats voted with all Republicans in attendance to advance Sen. Markwayne Mullin's nomination. A final confirmation vote is expected in the coming days.
Transcript: U.N. Ambassador Mike Waltz on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 22, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Mike Waltz, U.S. ambassador to the U.N., that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 22, 2026.
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More parents are refusing routine newborn preventative care, study finds
Doctors fear that skepticism, fueled by anti-science sentiment and mistrust, is extending beyond vaccines to other proven, routine care.
Complex procedure saves officer with chest pain, heart condition
Transit Officer Paul DeGeorge thought his son was lying on him. Then he realized something much scarier was happening.
Judge blocks parts of RFK Jr.'s vaccine agenda, including revised schedule
A judge blocked a set of changes to the childhood vaccine schedule recommended by allies of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, dealing a setback to the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul federal vaccine policy.
Changes in organ donor status can fall through cracks in the system
Patchwork state policies and limited federal oversight have led to a fragmented system for tracking organ donor status.
A dad's colon cancer spread to lungs. He says what happened next was a miracle.
Spencer Laird was diagnosed with colon cancer at 26. At 30, he was told it had returned and spread to his lungs, with one tumor the size of a golf ball.
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Cuba begins to restore electricity after nationwide power grid collapse
Cuba has begun restarting its power grid after another nationwide blackout left millions without electricity.
Transcript: U.N. Ambassador Mike Waltz on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 22, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Mike Waltz, U.S. ambassador to the U.N., that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 22, 2026.
Transcript: Rep. Jason Crow on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 22, 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 March 22, 2026.
Transcript: NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 22, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 22, 2026.
Poll: Most say Iran war not going well, but don't want regime left in power
Most Republicans, especially MAGA, continue to support the US action and express a lot of confidence in Trump personally.
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Lisa Kudrow on making "The Comeback"
In 2005, the "Friends" star played Valerine Cherish, a washed-up sitcom actress, in the HBO comedy "The Comeback." The show was cancelled, but it earned a cult following, and returned in 2014. Now, "The Comeback" is itself making a comeback.
Extended interview: Lisa Kudrow
In this web exclusive, Emmy-winning actress Lisa Kudrow talks with Tracy Smith about "Friends," and her HBO show "The Comeback."
Lisa Kudrow on making "The Comeback"
"Friends" star Lisa Kudrow played a washed-up sitcom actress, Valerie Cherish, in the 2005 HBO comedy "The Comeback." The show was cancelled, but it earned a cult following, and then returned in 2014. Now, "The Comeback" is itself making a comeback for a third season. Kudrow talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about her love for playing Phoebe Buffay; her aptitude for "cringe comedy"; and how she found solace following the death of "Friends" castmate Matthew Perry.
Chef Ruthie Rogers on the comforts of food and conversation
The River Cafe in London has had a Michelin star since the late 1990s, thanks to co-founder, owner, acclaimed chef and podcaster Ruthie Rogers, whose new book, "Table 4 at the River Cafe," celebrates conversations and comfort food.
Chef Ruthie Rogers: Food and conversation
The River Cafe in London has had a Michelin star since the late 1990s, thanks to co-founder, owner and acclaimed chef Ruthie Rogers. Seth Doane talks with the American-born Rogers about her fabled Italian restaurant, her new book, "Table 4 at the River Cafe," and her podcast, all of which celebrate the connections brought about by conversations and comfort food.
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How iNaturalist app users have fun while aiding science
The iNaturalist cellphone app not only helps users identify plant, animal and insect species; it also provides invaluable data to scientists studying biodiversity, species decline, and habitat loss - and, as Martha Stewart discovers, it's fun!
How a fun nature app aids science
The iNaturalist cellphone app not only helps users identify plant, animal and insect species; it also provides invaluable data to scientists studying biodiversity, species decline, and habitat loss. It also provides opportunities for fun: David Pogue joins iNaturalist fan Martha Stewart in a "bioblitz" – a timed competition with other users to spot and ID species.
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.
Jury finds Elon Musk liable for misleading investors during Twitter purchase
A jury has found Elon Musk liable for misleading investors by deliberately driving down Twitter's stock price in the tumultuous months leading up to his 2022 acquisition of the social media company.
White House unveils AI framework for Congress
The White House unveiled a national framework for how it wants Congress to address concerns about artificial intelligence. Technology journalist Jacob Ward joins CBS News to discuss the outline and AI concerns.
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How a fun nature app aids science
The iNaturalist cellphone app not only helps users identify plant, animal and insect species; it also provides invaluable data to scientists studying biodiversity, species decline, and habitat loss. It also provides opportunities for fun: David Pogue joins iNaturalist fan Martha Stewart in a "bioblitz" – a timed competition with other users to spot and ID species.
Discovery of 1949 whale recording could unlock mysteries of ocean
The song is that of a humpback whale and was recorded by scientists in March 1949 in Bermuda, researchers said.
Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
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Fentanyl found inside Barbies sold at Missouri discount store, police say
Police found that five Barbie packages containing fentanyl were sold. They have all been recovered.
Couple on unusual activity at neighbor's home: "I think they finally killed him"
When Gary Herbst, described by his Minnesota neighbors as confrontational, disappeared on July 8, 2013, it appeared he walked out on his wife and teenage son. Years later, a startling discovery would confirm what neighbors thought they might have witnessed.
Wife of Joseph Duggar charged with child endangerment after his arrest
Kendra Duggar was charged with multiple misdemeanors a day after husband Joseph Duggar's arrest.
5 more defendants plead guilty in Feeding Our Future fraud scheme
Five people who were charged in connection to the Feeding Our Future scheme pleaded guilty to wire fraud this week.
See police bodycam video of Justin Timberlake's DWI arrest on Long Island
Bodycam video footage of Justin Timberlake's June 2024 DWI arrest on Long Island was released to the media Friday.
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Artemis II back on launch pad for moon mission
NASA's Artemis II rocket is back on the launch pad after repairs inside the massive Vehicle Assembly Building at the Kennedy Space Center. Early next month, NASA will try, for a second time, to send a crew of four on a flyby of the moon. Mark Strassmann has more.
Possible meteorite crashes into Houston area home, officials say
A possible meteorite crashed into a Houston area house on Saturday night, tearing through the roof and two stories of the home, officials said.
Eileen Collins on breaking barriers in space
Retired NASA astronaut and Air Force Col. Eileen Collins joins "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss her groundbreaking journey to become the first woman to pilot the Space Shuttle and the first to command a Space Shuttle mission.
Repaired moon rocket heads back to launch pad for April 1 liftoff
After a trip back out to the launch pad, NASA's Artemis II rocket will be readied for a historic flight to the moon.
Video shows meteor streaking across the sky
A meteoroid was spotted streaking across the sky in 10 states. In some areas, there was also a loud boom, similar to an explosion. NASA says the meteor, which was traveling 45,000 mph in the sky, fragmented - causing the bright fireball and loud boom.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Plane collides with vehicle in New York
Authorities are responding after an Air Canada Express plane collided with a ground vehicle at New York City's LaGuardia Airport. Allen Devlin anchored CBS News New York's special report.
Artemis II back on launch pad for moon mission
NASA's Artemis II rocket is back on the launch pad after repairs inside the massive Vehicle Assembly Building at the Kennedy Space Center. Early next month, NASA will try, for a second time, to send a crew of four on a flyby of the moon. Mark Strassmann has more.
Energy crisis in Asia due to Iran war
Thousands of miles from the Middle East, the Iran war has triggered a crisis in Asia with energy shortages hitting almost every country on the continent, all dependent on the Persian Gulf for supply. Anna Coren reports.
Hawaii hit with worst flooding in 20 years
Hawaii is under a flood watch after weeks of heavy rain triggered the worst flooding there in 20 years. Carter Evans reports and Andrew Kozak has a look at the national forecast.
Heavy damage in Israel from latest Iran strikes
Iranian ballistic missiles struck Israel overnight, inflicting damage on a scale not seen there since the beginning of the war. Charlie D'Agata reports.