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Advocates for these initiatives say they can save lives through safely storing firearms for people at risk of suicide.
In 2022, a record 50,000 people died by suicide nationwide, and more than half used a firearm. For "Eye on America," Nicole Sganga goes to Lafayette, Louisiana, where one veteran's offer to hold onto his friend's guns is now powering a movement.
Glocks, military-style rifles and "ghost guns" have all been advertised for sale on easily accessible sites like Facebook and Instagram, a new report finds.
The new Supreme Court term begins on Oct. 7. The last session saw consequential decisions, including giving presidents broader immunity, preserving abortion pill access and upholding a domestic violence gun restriction. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down what to expect.
Sales of BB and pellet guns that look like real firearms are rising, but their similarity to firearms has led to dozens of police shootings.
Since 2014, at least 320 people have been shot and killed by police while holding replica guns, and of those at least 19 were children. Police say that many replica guns look so real that officers are unable to distinguish them from regular firearms. And even though many states are trying to keep realistic replica guns out of kids' hands, there's evidence that manufacturers have been marketing directly to them for years. Anna Werner explains.
When asked about school shootings and gun violence in the U.S., Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said his son witnessed a shooting. Ohio Sen. JD Vance responded saying, "I am sorry about that," and said he hopes Walz's son is doing okay. Vance said schools need to strengthen doors and windows to help prevent mass shootings, while Walz called for the enactment of policies to combat gun violence.
In the past three years, about half of all homicide cases went unsolved, according to FBI data. The National Tracing Center of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives traces the background of a gun recovered at a crime scene, but employees say the system is outdated. CBS Minnesota senior investigative reporter Jennifer Mayerle reports on the effects of the process.
The increased suicide rates follow a two-year decrease from 2018 to 2020, according to the National Center for Health Statistics report.
Authorities provided an update after gunshots were fired in the vicinity of former President Donald Trump in West Palm Beach, Florida. A suspect who had a high-powered rifle near a golf course where Trump was playing is in custody. Watch their remarks.
It's been 20 years since the federal assault weapons ban expired. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga reports on the impact and talks to March Fourth founder and co-president Kitty Brandtner about the importance of the 1994 law.
CBS News Chicago is giving you the most accurate, up-to-date data on gun violence incidents from the Chicago Police Department and the Cook County Medical Examiner's Office.
Homicide, named by one study in 2022 as the leading cause of death of pregnant women in the U.S., is also among the risks inflated by extreme temperatures.
Kentucky officials briefed reporters Monday on the manhunt for a suspect accused of randomly shooting at traffic on Interstate 75 near London. Five people were injured during the attack and residents nearby are being urged to lock their doors as the search continues.
State Rep. Gabe Okoye says red flag laws in Georgia could have prevented the Apalachee High School shooting. These types of laws in some states across the U.S. apply extreme risk protection orders for individuals deemed to be a risk. Rep. Okoye joins CBS News with more.
Police in Munich, Germany fatally shot a gunman near the Israeli Consulate and a museum on Nazi-era history, leaving the suspect wounded.
The shooting appeared to be "unintentional and self-inflicted," police said in a statement.
Trump rally shooter was wearing a Demolition Ranch shirt. Here's what to know about the YouTube account.
A judge Friday tossed out the manslaughter case against Alec Baldwin in the "Rust" movie set shooting. The case fell apart when the defense successfully argued that the prosecution withheld evidence. Elise Preston was inside the court when it happened.
The ammo vending machines have been placed in grocery stores in three states as the U.S. battles what the surgeon general calls a public health crisis of gun violence.
Grocery stores in Alabama, Oklahoma and Texas are now offering computerized vending machines that sell ammunition. The company behind the machines, American Rounds, says it uses an identification scanner and facial recognition software to verify the purchaser's age. CBS News senior coordinating producer for crime and public safety Anna Schecter has more.
A murky law involving emergency protection orders leads to some judges allowing domestic abusers to keep their weapons.
Following a CBS News investigation into police departments selling or trading in service weapons that were later used in crimes, the department profiled is changing its policy.
The Supreme Court ruled Friday to uphold a federal law that bars a person with domestic violence restraining orders from having firearms. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more on what the ruling stipulates about the 2nd Amendment.
The Supreme Court ruled 8-1 Friday to uphold a federal law that bans gun ownership for those subject to domestic abuse restraining orders. Justice Clarence Thomas was the lone dissenter. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson and CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford have more on the decision and Thomas' dissent.
President Trump indicated the Iran war may wrap up "very soon" and he could abandon efforts to force Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, as the war pushes U.S. gas prices over $4.
The Supreme Court will convene for arguments Wednesday to consider the legality of President Trump's executive order that seeks to end birthright citizenship.
Forecasters continue to predict an 80% chance of favorable weather on Wednesday for the launch of four astronauts on a flight to the moon.
President Trump has told Britain's Telegraph newspaper he could try to terminate U.S. membership in NATO. He's railed against NATO allies for refusing to join the Iran war.
President Trump is planning to deliver a prime-time address Wednesday night to "provide an important update on Iran," the White House said, as the president faces critical decisions in the monthlong war.
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon thinks AI will shorten the work week and lead to medical breakthroughs, while acknowledging the technology's potential impact on the nation's workforce.
President Trump has long wanted to place additional restrictions on mail-in voting, which he has called "mail-in cheating."
American journalist Shelly Kittleson was kidnapped in Baghdad on Tuesday, according to two sources familiar with the matter as well as an Iraqi official.
A federal judge has ordered Penn to hand over records about Jewish employees on campus to a federal agency as part of an investigation into antisemitic discrimination.
The Supreme Court will convene for arguments Wednesday to consider the legality of President Trump's executive order that seeks to end birthright citizenship.
North Carolina and other states have insurance plans for kids in foster care, but many doctors did not accept patients on the plans, leaving kids' guardians scrambling to find health care providers.
Just hours earlier, an Army spokesperson said the crew had been suspended from flying while the Army conducts a formal investigation into why the Apache helicopters flew near Kid Rock's Nashville house.
Tiger Woods announced Tuesday that he's "stepping away for a period of time to seek treatment" after pleading not guilty to charges including driving under the influence.
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon shares his thinking on capitalism, AI, prediction markets and more in an interview with "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil.
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon shares his thinking on capitalism, AI, prediction markets and more in an interview with "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil.
The JPMorgan Chase CEO said the bank may one day introduce prediction market features, but said "there's a bunch of stuff we won't do" in that space.
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon thinks AI will shorten the work week and lead to medical breakthroughs, while acknowledging the technology's potential impact on the nation's workforce.
Full-time employees cut their 401(k) participation and contribution rates last year amid an affordability crunch, new research shows.
Jamie Dimon told "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil that "what's more important for the future of the world is that this war successfully conclude."
President Trump has told Britain's Telegraph newspaper he could try to terminate U.S. membership in NATO. He's railed against NATO allies for refusing to join the Iran war.
The Supreme Court will convene for arguments Wednesday to consider the legality of President Trump's executive order that seeks to end birthright citizenship.
President Trump is planning to go to the Supreme Court on Wednesday as the justices take up his executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship, a major test of his immigration agenda.
A federal judge directed the Trump administration to restore the legal status of migrants allowed into the U.S. under a now-defunct Biden administration program for asylum-seekers who arrived at the southern border.
President Trump is planning to deliver a prime-time address Wednesday night to "provide an important update on Iran," the White House said, as the president faces critical decisions in the monthlong war.
North Carolina and other states have insurance plans for kids in foster care, but many doctors did not accept patients on the plans, leaving kids' guardians scrambling to find health care providers.
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act will add red tape and restrictions for those seeking Medicaid and SNAP benefits. And the costs to update computer systems that determine eligibility for those programs will be steep.
David Lyon is one of the rising number of young adults to be diagnosed with colorectal cancer.
Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits online.
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, head of the National Institutes of Health and interim leader of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, told staff a permanent CDC director could be nominated soon. "I know that it has been such a difficult year," he said.
Trump says he expects the U.S. war with Iran to end within several weeks despite unrelenting attacks from both sides and Iran's iron grip on the Strait of Hormuz.
The Soviet-designed military transport turboprop aircraft crashed into a cliff, sources at the scene told state news agencies.
American journalist Shelly Kittleson was kidnapped in Baghdad on Tuesday, according to two sources familiar with the matter as well as an Iraqi official.
Shortages of helium, a byproduct of natural gas processing, could create problems for semiconductor and medical equipment manufacturers.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is tentatively expected to testify publicly before the House Armed Services Committee on April 29, according to two sources familiar with the plans.
Kid Rock posted videos of the helicopters hovering by his Nashville home on social media over the weekend. The Army later confirmed the helicopters were on a training mission.
Taylor Swift is being sued by Las Vegas performer Maren Wade who has accused the superstar of trademark infringement over her latest album, "The Life of a Showgirl." Wade is the creator of the "Confessions of a Showgirl" podcast, which started as a column in 2014.
Sharon Stone reflected on her legendary career as she discussed joining the cast of "Euphoria," working with the show's creator, Sam Levinson, and how she has advocated for women in the entertainment industry.
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
A Barbie Dream Fest event in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, generated backlash from attendees over its allegedly underwhelming experience. Jessica Nova, who drove in from Atlanta for the occasion, joins CBS News to recount her experience.
CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the codependent relationship between Apple and China, a country that manufactures hundreds of millions of iPhones every year.
The JPMorgan Chase CEO said the bank may one day introduce prediction market features, but said "there's a bunch of stuff we won't do" in that space.
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.
Many have dreamed of a future with flying cars, eliminating traffic on the morning commute. One company is trying to make that dream a reality. Itay Hod reports.
A judge has temporarily blocked the Pentagon's attempt to designate Anthropic as a supply chain risk. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
According to a recent report, nearly one in four species catalogued by the CMS are threatened with extinction on a worldwide scale.
NASA is poised to launch four astronauts on a historic nine-day trip around the moon and back. Here's everything to know about the Artemis II mission.
Arctic sea ice levels are crucial to Earth's climate because, without the ice reflecting sunlight, more heat energy goes into the oceans.
Marine biologists found detectable levels of caffeine, cocaine and the over-the-counter painkillers in the blood of 28 sharks.
Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits online.
Lawyers for the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk are asking to delay a preliminary hearing set for May, arguing the defense team needs time to review ATF analysis they contend "could not" connect a bullet fragment recovered during Kirk's autopsy with the rifle found near the scene of the crime. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins to unpack the development.
Tiger Woods had bloodshot eyes, was "sweating profusely" and had "extremely dilated" pupils after a rollover car crash last week, an arrest report shows. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has the details.
Police said two people headed the network, including one person considered to be the "narco-architect" and "mastermind of the tunnels."
Lawyers for Tyler Robinson, the man charged with killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, are looking to review an analysis that couldn't conclusively connect a bullet fragment recovered during an autopsy to the rifle found near the scene. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.
A new court filing reveals defense attorneys for Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk, claim an ATF analysis could not conclusively connect the bullet that killed Kirk to the gun Robinson allegedly used. Now the lawyers are asking to delay Robinson's preliminary hearing to review the evidence. Carter Evans reports.
As launch time approaches for NASA's first moonshot in more than half a century, anticipation is building for the Artemis II mission. Here's how to watch today's liftoff.
Forecasters continue to predict an 80% chance of favorable weather on Wednesday for the launch of four astronauts on a flight to the moon.
Countdown clocks began ticking Monday, setting the stage for launch of the Artemis II moon mission early Wednesday evening.
NASA's Artemis II astronauts — three space station veterans and a Canadian rookie — stand out even in an astronaut corps full of super achievers.
NASA is poised to launch four astronauts on a historic nine-day trip around the moon and back. Here's everything to know about the Artemis II mission.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
"My model of business is the Beatles," Steve Jobs, co-founder of Apple, told 60 Minutes in 2003, applauding their teamwork and innovation. "Great things in business are never done by one person. They're done by a team of people." Today marks the 50th anniversary of Apple's founding.
NASA is planning to launch its first crewed mission in over 50 years with its Artemis II flight on Wednesday from Florida's Kennedy Space Center.
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon speaks with "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil about the advancement of artificial intelligence, the war in Iran's effect on the U.S. economy, prediction markets and more.
Born with a rare heart defect, Wyatt Lopez was about a year old when he checked into the hospital. It took almost a whole year before he checked back out -- with a tuxedo, a little parade and a brand new heart. Tony Dokoupil has the story.
The head of JPMorgan Chase is acknowledging that the American dream is slipping out of reach for many. Jamie Dimon spoke to Tony Dokoupil, saying he's on a crusade to change that.