8-year-old paralyzed in parade attack moves to rehab-focused hospital
Cooper Roberts, whose spine was severed in the shooting, spent nearly a month in a Chicago pediatric intensive care unit.
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Man held over Illinois shooting
Police have captured a 21-year-old man they’re calling a person of interest in the shooting attack that left six people dead at an Illinois 4th of July parade. An 11-year-old boy died in what his mom says was a “tragic freak accident” with fireworks in Indiana. And swimmer Ryan Lochte says he’ll auction off six of his 12 Olympic medals, with the money going to a charity for terminally ill children.
Parade shooting suspect confessed, contemplated another attack: Police
The man charged with killing seven people at a July 4 parade in Highland Park, Illinois, traveled to Wisconsin after the shooting and "seriously contemplated" another attack, police said at a press conference Wednesday. Authorities also said 21-year-old Robert "Bobby" Crimo III has admitted to the killings and "went into details about what he had done" in an interview with investigators. Watch the press conference here.
Police detail parade shooting suspect's plans
At a news conference Tuesday, police officials and Highland Park Mayor Nancy Rotering provided new information on the investigation into the Fourth of July parade shooting that killed six people and wounded two dozen. Police say the person of interest, Robert E. Crimo III, planned the attack for weeks, legally obtained a high-powered rifle, and disguised himself in women's clothing to escape. Watch their full briefing.
"Very active investigation" of parade shooting
Law enforcement officials in Highland Park, Illinois, provided an update on the investigation after a shooting at the Fourth of July parade. At least six people were killed and about two dozen wounded, some critically. Officials said the gunman is still on the loose, and people in the area are being advised to shelter in place. Watch the full briefing.
Plan to rename 7 schools in Peoria, Illinois
Peoria, Illinois, will rename seven public schools that currently honor historical figures, citing their complicated legacies with regard to human rights and slavery. "Many Founding Fathers and early great men of this nation are not heroes to some people," said Peoria Public Schools Board of Education Vice President Gregory Wilson. He joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with more on the debate over changing the names, and why he believes it's not "cancel culture."
Congress temporarily avoids debt default
Senate leaders reached a deal to raise the debt ceiling through December 3, preventing the government from defaulting on its debts. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes, co-author of Politico Playbook Tara Palmeri and National Journal's "Against the Grain" columnist Josh Kraushaar join "Red and Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with the details and the latest on President Biden's visit to Illinois.
Winning Mega Millions ticket sold in Illinois
One winning ticket for the more than $1.3 billion Mega Millions jackpot was sold in a Chicago suburb. The winner has yet to come forward, officials said Saturday.
Ticket bought in Illinois wins $1.3 billion Mega Millions jackpot
There was one winning ticket in the draw Friday night, and it was bought in Illinois, according to megamillions.com.
Community hosts Highland Park benefit concert
Billy Corgan, lead singer of Smashing Pumpkins, and his partner Chloe Mendel join "CBS Mornings" to discuss hosting a benefit concert for those affected by the July 4 mass shooting at a parade outside Chicago in Highland Park.
Highland Park parade shooting suspect indicted on 117 felony counts
Prosecutors have said Crimo, 21, admitted to the shooting when police arrested him following an hours long search on July 4.
Woman scammed out of $230K by being falsely told she was in big trouble
The elderly resident of the Chicago suburb of North Aurora got a call saying she was being accused of money laundering and drug trafficking.
Therapy dog helps Highland Park heal after shooting
Once a malnourished stray, a therapy dog is now helping the Highland Park, Illinois, community heal after the Fourth of July parade shooting. Kris Van Cleave shares more.
Shop owners sheltered dozens during Highland Park shooting
As celebrations abruptly turned into chaos during the Highland Park parade shooting, a local business sheltered dozens of people fleeing for safety. CBS Chicago's Charlie De Mar has more on the owners of "Bright Bowls," a smoothie bowl shop, whose quick thinking saved many lives.
Memorials for Highland Park shooting victims
The first memorials for victims of the Highland Park shooting at a Fourth of July parade begin today. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn joins "CBS News Mornings'' with more on the victims being remembered and the community's efforts to begin healing.
Red flag laws usage across U.S.
Lana Zak explains how red flag laws work and which states utilize the law better than others.
Witness recalls moments before parade shooting
Highland Park, Illinois, mother Brittany Wroblewski tells CBS News anchors Tanya Rivero and Elaine Quijano what happened to her and her family in the hours leading up to Monday's mass shooting at a holiday parade, and why she now regrets not taking more action in favor of gun control.
"This trauma will remain": Chicago reporter on parade shooting
Authorities say the accused Highland Park, Illinois parade shooter confessed and considered carrying out a second attack in Madison, Wisconsin. CBS News correspondent Adriana Diaz reports on the latest and Chicago Tribune Reporter Jake Sheridan spoke with Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers on CBS News about the investigation and how the community of Highland Park is faring after Monday's attack.
Finding rifle was pivotal to capturing parade shooting suspect, chief says
Despite two encounters with police in 2019 involving threats of violence, the suspect's parents' attorney said they saw no warning signs.
Rep. Brad Schneider on Highland Park shooting
Congressman Brad Schneider represents Highland Park, Illinois, and was at the community's Fourth of July parade when a gunman opened fire. He joins CBS News' Lana Zak to talk about his experience and what leaders can do to address gun violence.
Police: Suspect confessed, considered second shooting
Authorities say the suspect in the Highland Park parade shooting confessed during police questioning and had considered another attack in Wisconsin. In an exclusive interview, the Highland Park police chief told Kris Van Cleave that finding the gun was pivotal to capturing the suspect.
Tip from "hero citizen" thwarted July 4 mass shooting in Virginia, police say
A "hero citizen" overheard a conversation indicating there was an attack being planned on the city's popular Independence Day celebration and called police to report it.
Vice President Harris visits Highland Park
During her visit to Highland Park, Illinois on Tuesday, Vice President Kamala Harris said the deadly Fourth of July parade shooting "should have never happened."
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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.
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