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Survivors recount escaping parade shooting
Six of the seven people killed during a Fourth of July parade in Highland Park, Illinois have been identified by police. Adriana Diaz speaks to survivors who say they're shaken to the core.
What we know about the suspect in the Highland Park shooting
Prosecutor said Wednesday that the suspected gunman "admitted to what he had done."
Parade shooting suspect due in court
The suspect charged with seven counts of first-degree murder for the mass shooting at a parade in Highland Park, Illinois will face a judge Wednesday. CBS News correspondent Kris Van Cleave reports on what we've learned about the investigation so far and what to expect from this court hearing.
Father hid son in dumpster during Highland Park shooting
The suspected gunman fired 70 rounds at the Illinois community paradegoers, an experience that Alexander Sandoval said was "terrorizing."
Mother recounts escaping July 4 parade rampage
Adriana Diaz spoke with a mother of three young boys who was at the Highland Park parade with her family when a gunman opened fire. She described running from the gunfire and trying to protect her children from seeing the carnage.
Police search for motive in parade shooting
First-degree murder charges have been filed against the 21-year-old suspect in Monday’s mass shooting at an Independence Day parade in Highland Park, Ilinois. Police say the gunman planned his attack weeks in advance, and disguised himself as a woman to escape. CBS News correspondent Kris Van Cleave joins us from Highland Park with the latest on the investigation.
Retired FBI agent discusses Highland Park shooting
Retired FBI special agent Kathy Guider joined John Dickerson to discuss the background of the suspect in the shooting at a Fourth of July parade in Highland Park, Illinois, which left at least seven people dead and dozens injured.
Death toll rises in July 4 parade mass shooting
The death toll rose to seven in the Highland Park parade shooting as police search for a motive. More details are emerging about the suspected gunman's previous encounters with police. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Officials identify parade shooting victims
Officials in Highland Park, Illinois, held a news conference Tuesday afternoon to release the identities of seven people killed in the Fourth of July parade shooting. They also detailed two prior instances when police were called about the person of interest in the shooting, Robert E. Crimo III. Watch the full briefing.
July 4 weekend marked by gun violence
The Fourth of July weekend became one of chaos and carnage amid a weekend of gun violence, including a mass shooting at a Highland Park, Illinois, parade. For many, the day to celebrate our freedoms is now the day they'll forever mourn a loved one.
Warning signs in online postings missed before recent mass shootings
"When you feel the hair stand up on the back of your neck, you really need to take that step and notify law enforcement."
Parade shooting witness shares her story
A gunman killed six people and injured more than two dozen others at a Fourth of July parade in Highland Park, Illinois. Melissa Carlson, who was at Monday's parade, spoke with CBS News anchors Tanya Rivero and Elaine Quijano about what she experienced.
"We were trying to shield the kids": Mother recounts escaping parade shooting
Natalie Lorentz said it was the worst moment of her life.
Investigators piece together clues in Highland Park, Illinois parade shooting
Investigators are learning new details about Monday's mass shooting that killed six people and wounded dozens at a Fourth of July parade in Highland Park, Illinois. A 21-year-old man is in custody, but police say they still don't know a motive. CBS New correspondent Kris Van Cleave explains how investigators were able to track him down, and CBS News Homeland Security and Justice reporter Nicole Sganga explains what's next in the investigation.
Highland Park mayor talks holiday shooting
Highland Park Mayor Nancy Rotering joins "CBS Mornings" with the latest details on a deadly shooting during a Fourth of July parade in Illinois. Six people were killed and dozens of others were injured in the mass shooting incident.
What we know about victims in parade shooting
At least six people are dead after a gunman fired into a crowd of parade goers in Highland Park, Illinois. CBS News correspondent Kris Van Cleave reports on what we've learned about the person of interest in the case, what we've learned about the victims and what Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin had to say about how the U.S. can combat gun violence.
Authorities investigate parade shooting motive
Investigators are trying to determine why a man allegedly opened fire on a Fourth of July parade in a Highland Park, Illinois. CBS News correspondent Kris Van Cleave reports on the community's reaction and CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge has an update on the investigation.
Highland Park mayor discusses Fourth of July mass shooting
Highland Park Mayor Nancy Rotering said the community is "going to take a long time to heal from all of this."
At least 7 killed in shooting at Illinois parade; person of interest in custody
A person of interest was arrested more than eight hours after the shooting following a brief vehicle pursuit.
Law enforcement expert on parade shooting
The person of interest in the Highland Park, Illinois parade shooting appears to fit a similar profile as other mass shooters. CBS News security and law enforcement analyst James Gagliano spoke with Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers about what many mass shooters have in common and how families can miss the signs that someone is plotting a mass shooting.
"Wave of panic" at Illinois parade shooting
Annalisa Rorvik and her husband were enjoying the Fourth of July parade in Highland Park, Illinois when they heard gunshots. In that moment, they knew they had to run for their lives. Rorvik spoke with Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers on CBS News about what she saw and the "wave of panic" that seized the crowd.
Investigation continues into parade shooting
Local, state and federal officials are working together to learn more about the suspected gunman behind the mass shooting at a Fourth of July parade in Highland Park, Illinois. Former Boston Police Commissioner Ed Davis joins "CBS News Mornings" with analysis.
Parade shooting adds to heightened threats
The latest mass shooting at an Independence day parade in Highland Park, Illinois comes as authorities have been warning of a heightened threat environment in recent months. CBS News investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge reports.
Reporter witnessed Illinois parade shooting
Lynn Sweet, the Washington bureau chief for the Chicago Sun-Times, was at the Fourth of July parade in Highland Park, Illinois, when a gunman opened fire. She joined CBS News' Lana Zak to talk about what she witnessed.
Australian leader says terror attack motivated by ISIS as new info emerges
The men suspected of attacking a Jewish gathering on Bondi Beach were inspired by the ISIS terror group and spent weeks last month in the Philippines, officials say.
Brown shooting investigators seek more video amid questions over security
Questions swirl about campus security, the apparent lack of video evidence and whether the focus on the person of interest gave the attacker more time to escape.
Nick Reiner, son of Rob Reiner and wife Michele, arrested for their murders
Nick Reiner, a son of director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele, has been arrested on murder charges following their deaths, police said.
BBC vows to defend itself from Trump's $10 billion lawsuit
As Trump seeks a vast sum in damages from the U.K. public broadcaster for alleged defamation and unfair trade practice, BBC indicates it won't settle without a fight.
U.S. adds 64,000 jobs in November as unemployment hits four-year high
The unemployment rate in November rose to 4.6%, its highest level since September 2021.
How the Coast Guard uses "disabling fire" to stop alleged drug boats
A Coast Guard crew offloaded over 27,000 pounds of drugs in California on Monday.
Pentagon "escalating" review of Sen. Kelly over video on illegal orders
The Pentagon says it is "escalating" a probe into Sen. Mark Kelly, one of six Democratic lawmakers who urged service members to "refuse illegal orders."
White House ballroom to be completed in Summer 2028, Park Service says
President Trump's White House ballroom addition is expected to be finished a few months before the 2028 elections.
7 highlights from Erika Kirk's CBS News town hall
Erika Kirk recalls the emotional fog of Charlie Kirk's assassination, addresses conspiracy theories and takes questions during a CBS News town hall hosted by Bari Weiss.
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Brown shooting investigators seek more video amid questions over security
Questions swirl about campus security, the apparent lack of video evidence and whether the focus on the person of interest gave the attacker more time to escape.
How the Coast Guard uses "disabling fire" to stop alleged drug boats
A Coast Guard crew offloaded over 27,000 pounds of drugs in California on Monday.
U.S. adds 64,000 jobs in November as unemployment hits four-year high
The unemployment rate in November rose to 4.6%, its highest level since September 2021.
Raskin to introduce bill to require review of White House renovation plans
Rep. Jamie Raskin wants to see White House construction like President Trump's ballroom project subjected to the same scrutiny as other federal projects.
Grand Canyon hotels on South Rim reopening after water pipeline repaired
Hotels and lodges will welcome back visitors to the Grand Canyon's South Rim after the national park fixed multiple breaks in a water pipeline that led to the halting of overnight stays for more than a week.
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U.S. adds 64,000 jobs in November as unemployment hits four-year high
The unemployment rate in November rose to 4.6%, its highest level since September 2021.
FDA warns 4 major retailers about selling recalled ByHeart infant formula
Four of the nation's top retail stores failed to promptly pull contaminated ByHeart infant formula from their shelves, federal health officials said in warning letters.
New York accuses UPS of stealing wages from thousands of seasonal workers
New York Attorney General Letitia James said UPS "played the Grinch" by allegedly shorting seasonal workers on their pay.
Spotify says it's investigating after thousands of users report outages
Tens of thousands of Spotify users reported outages on Monday, with some saying they had lost access to their playlists.
Touting Warner Bros. offer, Netflix execs vow to keep releasing movies
Netflix co-CEOs Greg Peters and Ted Sarandos sought in a letter to tamp down concerns that the streaming giant is not committed to the movie business.
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Raskin to introduce bill to require review of White House renovation plans
Rep. Jamie Raskin wants to see White House construction like President Trump's ballroom project subjected to the same scrutiny as other federal projects.
U.S. military hits 3 more alleged drug boats in Pacific, killing 8
The U.S. military says it struck three more alleged drug-carrying boats in the Eastern Pacific, the latest in a campaign of vessel strikes ordered by the Trump administration that have killed at least 95 people.
Pentagon "escalating" review of Sen. Kelly over video on illegal orders
The Pentagon says it is "escalating" a probe into Sen. Mark Kelly, one of six Democratic lawmakers who urged service members to "refuse illegal orders."
White House ballroom to be completed in Summer 2028, Park Service says
President Trump's White House ballroom addition is expected to be finished a few months before the 2028 elections.
Hong Kong activist Lai's daughter says she's "grieving" sedition conviction
Hours after Jimmy Lai, a pro-democracy newspaper owner in Hong Kong, was found guilty on sedition charges, his daughter told reporters she hopes international pressure can spare her father.
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He made his brothers see a cardiologist. Each had advanced heart disease.
Kevin Murray was his family's health watchdog. His vigilance helped his brothers "avoid a real catastrophe."
Millions of Americans could see health plan costs double as ACA credits vanish
"I don't know how I'm going to pay for this," said one person with an Affordable Care Act plan that will cost her $1,100 a month starting in January.
Vaccine vote signals turbulence for immunization policy, public trust
Clinicians and epidemiologists warn the decision could unravel decades of progress and expose newborns to a deadly, preventable disease.
Botulism outbreak tied to ByHeart products includes 51 babies in 19 states
Health officials say an infant botulism outbreak tied to ByHeart baby formula has been expanded to include all illnesses reported since the company began production in 2022.
Extended interview: Dr. Rochelle Walensky
CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook speaks at length with former CDC director Dr. Rochelle Walensky about the hepatitis B vaccine and last week's vote by the CDC's vaccine advisory panel to change the recommendation for when children should get their first dose of the vaccine.
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Woman's phone found over 2 years after she vanished in wilderness
A missing woman's phone has been found in Australia's Tasmanian wilderness more than two years after she disappeared, police said.
Australian leader says terror attack motivated by ISIS as new info emerges
The men suspected of attacking a Jewish gathering on Bondi Beach were inspired by the ISIS terror group and spent weeks last month in the Philippines, officials say.
Zelenskyy says Russia could get "very workable" Ukraine peace plan within days
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says a "very workable" peace plan to end the war in Ukraine could be presented to Russia within days.
BBC vows to defend itself from Trump's $10 billion lawsuit
As Trump seeks a vast sum in damages from the U.K. public broadcaster for alleged defamation and unfair trade practice, BBC indicates it won't settle without a fight.
Taekwondo instructor learns fate for killing 7-year-old student, parents
After killing the boy and his mother, he took her Apple watch and drove her BMW to the family home where he stabbed the boy's father to death.
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Matt Rife tackles holiday chaos in new show
Comedian Matt Rife is known for poking fun at everything and everyone. Now, he's taking on Santa. He joins "CBS Mornings" to preview his new Netflix special, "Matt Rife: Unwrapped - A Christmas Crowd Work Special."
Storied career of "the king of country music"
George Strait, known as "the king of country music," has racked up more than 60 number one hits and the most certified platinum albums of any country artist. "CBS Mornings" takes a look back at the Kennedy Center honoree's storied career.
Hugh Jackman, Kate Hudson on "Song Sung Blue"
Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson are starring in one of this year's most anticipated movies, "Song Sung Blue," which is based on the real-life story of Mike and Claire Sardina. They join "CBS Mornings" to discuss their upcoming roles.
Anthony Geary, "General Hospital" star, dies at age 78
Anthony Geary, who played Luke Spencer on the long-running soap opera "General Hospital," has died.
Extended interview: Kate Hudson & Hugh Jackman
In this web exclusive, Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson, stars of the new film "Song Sung Blue," talk with Tracy Smith about playing Mike and Claire Sardina – real, not-very-famous musicians who performed a tribute act pretending to be very-famous musicians Neil Diamond and Patsy Cline. They also discuss singing, Neil Diamond's songs, and the Oscars (including, as Jackman was, being nominated opposite Daniel Day-Lewis).
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How computers in classrooms impact students
Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath, a neuroscientist and director at LME Global, joins "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to discuss his new book "The Digital Delusion," where he examines the impact of increased reliance on computers in classrooms. Horvath also talks about his recent article in The Free Press, a Paramount publication.
Spotify says it's investigating after thousands of users report outages
Tens of thousands of Spotify users reported outages on Monday, with some saying they had lost access to their playlists.
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.
Roomba maker iRobot files for bankruptcy, sells itself to Chinese company
iRobot, which introduced the Roomba vacuum cleaner in 2002, vows to continue supporting its products despite Chapter 11 filing.
What's next after Trump's AI rule order?
President Trump signed an executive order restricting states from creating their own regulations for artificial intelligence. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent has more.
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Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
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.
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More details about Reiners' deaths
Rob and Michele Reiner's son, Nick, was arrested in connection with their murders and is being held on $4 million bail. As the investigation ramps up, more details are emerging about Nick Reiner's relationship with his parents. CBS News' Adam Yamaguchi has the latest.
Noa Tishby on wave of antisemitic incidents
There has been a wave of antisemitic incidents in Australia over the past year, and critics say the government response has not been forceful enough. Israeli actress and activist Noa Tishby, who served as Israel's special envoy for combating antisemitism, used to live near the site of Sunday's attack in Bondi Beach.
What we know about Nick Reiner
The investigation into Nick Reiner and the possible events leading up to the alleged murder of Rob and Michele Reiner is intensifying as police are set to present their case to the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti has the latest.
Brown shooting investigators seek more video amid questions over security
Questions swirl about campus security, the apparent lack of video evidence and whether the focus on the person of interest gave the attacker more time to escape.
Questions arise in Reiner investigation
The Los Angeles police are set to present their murder case against Nick Reiner, the son of Rob and Michele Reiner, on Tuesday to the district attorney. As the investigation continues, police are seeking a motive for the killings.
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Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
"Wet lava ball" exoplanet may have an atmosphere, evidence shows
Super-Earth TOI-561b is about 40 times closer to its host star than Mercury is to the sun.
NASA says Maven spacecraft that was orbiting Mars has gone silent
NASA has lost contact with a spacecraft that's been orbiting Mars for more than a decade.
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.
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More details about Reiners' deaths
Rob and Michele Reiner's son, Nick, was arrested in connection with their murders and is being held on $4 million bail. As the investigation ramps up, more details are emerging about Nick Reiner's relationship with his parents. CBS News' Adam Yamaguchi has the latest.
How jobs data impacts interest rate decision
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released last month's jobs report on Tuesday, which showed that 64,000 jobs were added in November after losing 105,000 in October. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent breaks down how unemployment data could impact the Fed's next interest rate decision
Noa Tishby on wave of antisemitic incidents
There has been a wave of antisemitic incidents in Australia over the past year, and critics say the government response has not been forceful enough. Israeli actress and activist Noa Tishby, who served as Israel's special envoy for combating antisemitism, used to live near the site of Sunday's attack in Bondi Beach.
How computers in classrooms impact students
Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath, a neuroscientist and director at LME Global, joins "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to discuss his new book "The Digital Delusion," where he examines the impact of increased reliance on computers in classrooms. Horvath also talks about his recent article in The Free Press, a Paramount publication.
What we know about Nick Reiner
The investigation into Nick Reiner and the possible events leading up to the alleged murder of Rob and Michele Reiner is intensifying as police are set to present their case to the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti has the latest.