America's deadliest mass shootings
These are the deadliest mass shootings in American history
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There are questions about how carefully Tashfeen Malik was vetted before she was allowed into the United States
There are questions about how carefully Tashfeen Malik was vetted before she was allowed into the United States. The New York Times reports she made questionable posts on social media before she moved to America. CBS News national security analyst Juan Zarate joins CBSN to discuss.
The full episode of the CBS Evening News from the December 12, 2015 edition
After two weeks of intense international diplomacy, a historic agreement targeting climate change was made in Paris Saturday; Last year, western New York saw one of its snowiest winters of all time, but so far this season, the city of Buffalo has not had any measurable snowfall.
Ten days after the terrorist attack left 14 dead, investigators looking for more answers in the San Bernardino shooting are focusing on a lake where the killers may have dumped some evidence
Ten days after the terrorist attack left 14 dead, investigators looking for more answers in the San Bernardino shooting are focusing on a lake where the killers may have dumped some evidence. John Blackstone is there with more.
Protesters demand Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel resign, Trump denies he's a bigot, and more stories you're clicking on
Protesters demand Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel resign, Trump denies he's a bigot, and more stories you're clicking on.
The full episode of the CBS Evening News from the December 9, 2015 edition
In his first court appearance since his arrest on charges in the mass shooting at a Colo. Planned Parenthood facility, Robert Lewis Dear made a stunning admission; Researchers at Cornell University have found a new way to make puppies: in vitro fertilization
Some of the first officers and paramedics to reach the scene of the San Bernardino massacre gave a press conference detailing the grisly scene
Some of the first officers and paramedics to reach the scene of the San Bernardino massacre gave a press conference detailing the grisly scene. Carter Evans has their stories.
A U.S. official tells CBS News the FBI is investigating whether Syed Farook may have been planning a violent attack for years
A U.S. official tells CBS News the FBI is investigating whether Syed Farook may have been planning a violent attack for years. The federal agency also revealed Farook and his wife Tashfeen Malik may have been radicalized as far back as 2013. Jan Crawford reports.
Donald Trump defends his proposal to ban Muslims from entering the U.S., Republicans and Democrats condemn Trump's anti-Muslim policy, and more of the stories you're clicking on
Donald Trump defends his proposal to ban Muslims from entering the U.S., Republicans and Democrats condemn Trump's anti-Muslim policy, and more of the stories you're clicking on.
The full episode of the CBS Evening News from the December 8, 2015 edition.
Republican presidential frontrunner Donald Trump stood firm Tuesday on his proposal to block Muslims from entering the U.S.; at a concert that was postponed after the Paris attacks last month, U2 had a special guest and a special message for the terrorists responsible for the shootings
Gun stores and shooting ranges in the San Bernardino area have seen an uptick in business after last week's shooting
Gun stores and shooting ranges in the San Bernardino area have seen an uptick in business after last week's shooting. Many who have never owned a gun before now say they're considering extra protection. Carter Evans reports.
The full episode of the CBS Evening News from the December 7, 2015 edition
A day after President Obama urged the nation not to discriminate against American Muslims, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump called for a shutdown of Muslims entering the United States; President Obama paid homage to a few of the country's treasured talents Sunday night, including George Lucas and Carole King
The Secretary of Homeland Security announced Monday that changes will be made to the system that warns the public of a potential terror threat
The Secretary of Homeland Security announced Monday that changes will be made to the system that warns the public of a potential terror threat. Jeff Pegues reports on what these changes mean.
County officials in San Bernardino, California, held an emotional press conference Monday about how they plan to move forward
County officials in San Bernardino, California, held an emotional press conference Monday about how they plan to move forward. Victims who were attending a Christmas gathering when the shooting started described the horror. John Blackstone has their stories.
Officials release the names and ages of 14 people killed in a shooting rampage in San Bernardino, California Wednesday night
Officials release the names and ages of 14 people killed in a shooting rampage in San Bernardino, California Wednesday night.
California tries to make sense of the San Bernardino massacre, new details emerge about the gunman and his ties to terror suspects, and more of the stories you're clicking on
California tries to make sense of the San Bernardino massacre, new details emerge about the gunman and his ties to terror suspects, and more of the stories you're clicking on.
CBS News has obtained two photos of the explosives used by suspects in the deadly San Bernardino shootings
CBS News has obtained two photos of the explosives used by suspects in the deadly San Bernardino shootings. CBSN's Jamie Yuccas has the photos and the latest details.
In the last month alone, people have been killed in places considered to be safe
In the last month alone, people have been killed in places considered to be safe. How do you explain the violence to kids? Elaine Quijano has more.
A social worker at the Inland Regional Center was in his office when the shooting started Wednesday
A social worker at the Inland Regional Center was in his office when the shooting started Wednesday. As police moved in, he took out his phone and started recording. Norah O'Donnell shares his story.
John Blackstone speaks with a few of the people wounded in the San Bernardino shooting
John Blackstone speaks with a few of the people wounded in the San Bernardino shooting. One described seeing people killed right in front of her.
David Begnaud reports on how and when Syed Farook may have been radicalized
David Begnaud reports on how and when Syed Farook may have been radicalized. He spoke with one of Farook’s co-workers who can't believe he might have missed the signs.
Former number two at the CIA and CBS News senior security contributor Michael Morell gives his take on the investigation into the San Bernardino shooting
Former number two at the CIA and CBS News senior security contributor Michael Morell gives his take on the investigation into the San Bernardino shooting.
How did a 27-year-old mother of 6-month-old baby come to participate in a mass shooting?
How did a 27-year-old mother of 6-month-old baby come to participate in a mass shooting? Norah O’Donnell reports on the life of Tashfeen Malik, a suspect in the San Barnardino massacre.
Although the FBI isn't calling Wednesday's shooting a terrorist act yet, the case has some hallmarks of terrorism
Although the FBI isn't calling Wednesday's shooting a terrorist act yet, the case has some hallmarks of terrorism. Jan Crawford has more.
Fourteen people are dead and 21 are injured in Wednesday's shooting in San Bernardino, California
Fourteen people are dead and 21 are injured in Wednesday's shooting in San Bernardino, Calif. Officials say the shooters had enough ammo and weaponry for a far deadlier outcome. Carter Evans is in San Bernardino with the latest.
3 killed in shooting at Islamic Center of San Diego, police say; 2 suspects dead
Three people were killed in a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego, and two suspected shooters were found dead inside a vehicle nearby, police said.
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Trump calls off attack on Iran amid "serious negotiations" toward peace deal
President Trump had warned Sunday that "the Clock is Ticking" for Iran to accept a peace agreement.
The story of Cuba's 1996 shootdown that could lead to Raúl Castro's indictment
Thirty years ago, a Cuban fighter jet shot down two civilian planes operated by Florida-based exile group Brothers to the Rescue, an incident that inflamed U.S.-Cuba relations.
Massie defiant as Trump seeks to oust him in primary: "I'm going to win"
Massie said the president is worried about his preferred candidate Ed Gallrein's chances in the Kentucky race.
Trump settles IRS lawsuit, sets up $1.7B fund for claims of "weaponization"
President Trump had accused the Treasury Department and IRS of unlawfully allowing a government contractor to leak his tax returns and those of his sons and company.
Trump admin. proposes admitting thousands more Afrikaners to U.S. as refugees
The Trump administration is doubling down on efforts to resettle White Afrikaners from South Africa as refugees, proposing to increase the government's refugee cap to welcome thousands more of them, according to a plan obtained by CBS News.
Iran more than doubled executions in 2025, global death penalty hit 44-year high
Iran executed more than twice as many people last year as it did in 2024, according to a new report by Amnesty International.
Supreme Court tells lower courts to take new look at 2 voting rights cases
At issue in the cases was who can bring lawsuits in federal court to address potential violations of Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act.
LIRR strike to end as MTA, unions reach tentative agreement
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said the MTA and LIRR unions reached "a fair deal" to end the strike after three days.
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LIRR strike to end as MTA, unions reach tentative agreement
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said the MTA and LIRR unions reached "a fair deal" to end the strike after three days.
Florida mother turns to digital couponing as grocery bill soars
With inflation hitting its highest point since 2023, Kiana Powell told CBS News, "I cannot let a deal go to waste if it's something that I am using daily."
New York Times sues Pentagon a second time over press access policy
The New York Times sued the Defense Department Monday for the second time in recent months over media access.
Massie defiant as Trump seeks to oust him in primary: "I'm going to win"
Massie said the president is worried about his preferred candidate Ed Gallrein's chances in the Kentucky race.
Who could benefit from Trump's $1.7+ billion "anti-weaponization" fund?
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced the creation of the fund as part of the settlement of President Trump's lawsuit against the IRS over the leaking of his tax returns.
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Florida mother turns to digital couponing as grocery bill soars
With inflation hitting its highest point since 2023, Kiana Powell told CBS News, "I cannot let a deal go to waste if it's something that I am using daily."
Pay for American workers is lagging inflation — again
U.S. wage growth is lagging inflation for the first time since 2023, eroding consumers' purchasing power.
Jury unanimously dismisses Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI
California jury dismissed all charges, finding that Musk missed the three-year statute of limitations to file suit.
NextEra Energy to acquire Dominion in a $67 billion utility deal
The combined company will serve about 10 million utility customers across Florida, Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina.
Is the answer to the housing crunch right in your own backyard?
Accessory Dwelling Units, or ADUs, are small, fully-functional secondary homes located on the same property as a main home, usually in the backyard, filling a vital need where housing has proved scant or expensive.
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Trump admin. proposes admitting thousands more Afrikaners to U.S. as refugees
The Trump administration is doubling down on efforts to resettle White Afrikaners from South Africa as refugees, proposing to increase the government's refugee cap to welcome thousands more of them, according to a plan obtained by CBS News.
New York Times sues Pentagon a second time over press access policy
The New York Times sued the Defense Department Monday for the second time in recent months over media access.
Massie defiant as Trump seeks to oust him in primary: "I'm going to win"
Massie said the president is worried about his preferred candidate Ed Gallrein's chances in the Kentucky race.
Who could benefit from Trump's $1.7+ billion "anti-weaponization" fund?
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced the creation of the fund as part of the settlement of President Trump's lawsuit against the IRS over the leaking of his tax returns.
The story of Cuba's 1996 shootdown that could lead to Raúl Castro's indictment
Thirty years ago, a Cuban fighter jet shot down two civilian planes operated by Florida-based exile group Brothers to the Rescue, an incident that inflamed U.S.-Cuba relations.
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Latest on American who contracted Ebola
A missionary doctor who was serving in Congo will receive treatment in Germany after testing positive for Ebola. Skyler Henry has the latest.
American doctor working in Congo tests positive for Ebola
An American medical missionary in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has a confirmed case of Ebola, and is being taken to Germany for treatment.
Ebola strain in latest outbreak has no vaccine, no treatment
The virus behind the latest Ebola outbreak is the Bundibugyo virus, which is less common and there is no vaccine or treatment.
U.S. announces Ebola-related travel restrictions amid outbreak in Congo, Uganda
The Trump administration announced it's restricting people who don't have U.S. passports from entering the country if they have been in Congo, South Sudan or Uganda amid the Ebola outbreak.
Inside the "troubled teen" industry, when help sometimes does more harm
A CBS News investigation into youth residential treatment programs finds allegations of abuse, a lack of federal oversight, and families left to navigate a multibillion-dollar industry largely on their own.
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Iran more than doubled executions in 2025, global death penalty hit 44-year high
Iran executed more than twice as many people last year as it did in 2024, according to a new report by Amnesty International.
The story of Cuba's 1996 shootdown that could lead to Raúl Castro's indictment
Thirty years ago, a Cuban fighter jet shot down two civilian planes operated by Florida-based exile group Brothers to the Rescue, an incident that inflamed U.S.-Cuba relations.
Trump says he's called off plans for a "scheduled attack of Iran"
President Trump said he received a request from the leaders of Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
Gunman kills 6, wounds 8 in latest shooting rampage in Turkey
A man armed with a rifle carried out a string of attacks, killing at least six people and wounding eight others, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said.
American doctor working in Congo tests positive for Ebola
An American medical missionary in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has a confirmed case of Ebola, and is being taken to Germany for treatment.
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2-time "Survivor" contestant on 50th season
Rob Cesternino, a 2-time "Survivor" castaway, talks about the upcoming "Survivor 50" finale, who he think will make the final three and who is his favorite to win the game.
Hayden Panettiere opens up in new memoir
Golden Globe-nominated actor Hayden Panettiere shares her story and opens up about life in the spotlight as a young actor, postpartum depression and her healing journey.
5/17: Sunday Morning "By Design"
Jane Pauley hosts our annual look at design. Featured: Tiny homes in your backyard; Louis Vuitton; Adobe house construction; Finland's Marimekko; domino art; Philadelphia food favorites; chandeliers; Longwood Gardens; rare maps; and director Jon Favreau of "The Mandalorian and Grogu."
"Call Her Daddy" podcast host Alex Cooper announces pregnancy
"Call Her Daddy" host Alex Cooper said on Instagram that she and husband Matt Kaplan are expecting their first child.
Director Jon Favreau on "The Mandalorian and Grogu"
Jon Favreau, creator of the "Star Wars" series "The Mandalorian," has now brought the father-son relationship of Pedro Pascal's bounty hunter and his charge "Baby Yoda" to the big screen.
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Musk loses lawsuit against OpenAI
A California jury on Monday unanimously dismissed Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI and its top executives. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down the case.
Musk says he'll appeal OpenAI lawsuit dismissal
A California jury on Monday unanimously dismissed Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI and Sam Altman. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent reports.
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 unanimously dismisses Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI
California jury dismissed all charges, finding that Musk missed the three-year statute of limitations to file suit.
Jury to start deliberations in OpenAI trial
A nine-person jury will begin deliberations Monday in Elon Musk's $150 billion civil lawsuit against OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. Rachel Metz, artificial intelligence reporter for Bloomberg, joins with more.
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El Niño could bring "double whammy" of high tide flooding, NOAA warns
The upcoming El Niño could trigger frequent and widespread flooding in coastal areas around the United States, even when storms aren't actively taking place, scientists warn.
New dinosaur weighing as much as 9 elephants identified by scientists
The long-necked herbivore is the largest ever found in Southeast Asia, researchers said.
How a growing El Niño will affect 2026 hurricane season in Atlantic, Pacific
The last time an El Niño pattern occurred was in 2023, when the Eastern Pacific hurricane season produced 20 tropical systems.
NASA spacecraft to fly past Mars on voyage to rare metal asteroid
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
Emperor penguins in focus as Antarctica talks start in Japan
Greater protections for endangered emperor penguins and how to manage growing tourism are topping the agenda at talks on Antarctica in Japan.
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Mom reported son missing before mosque attack
Police held a news conference Monday evening to give an update on the deadly shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego. Authorities say the two suspects killed three others before being found dead in a nearby vehicle.
Mangione state murder trial: evidence ruling
Luigi Mangione appeared in court on Monday for a pivotal hearing where a judge ruled what items can and cannot be used as evidence in his upcoming state murder trial over the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman was inside the courtroom.
Ruling on evidence in Luigi Mangione case
A judge on Monday ruled a 9 millimeter gun, a silencer and a red notebook allegedly found in the search of Luigi Mangione's possessions can be used as evidence in his state trial for the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in September. Lilia Luciano has more.
Latest on Islamic Center of San Diego shooting
Police say three adults were killed when two shooters opened fire Monday at the Islamic Center of San Diego. Jonathan Vigliotti has more.
Officials: No children hurt in mosque shooting
At least three adults were killed when a pair of gunmen opened fire at the Islamic Center of San Diego on Monday. The two teenage suspects were found dead inside a nearby car, officials say. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the latest.
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SpaceX launches cargo ship to International Space Station
The International Space Station-bound SpaceX Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of needed equipment, research gear and crew supplies.
NASA maps show Earth's brightest and darkest regions at night
Researchers expected to find "a gradual increase in artificial light at night," but instead saw "much more nuanced patterns," NASA said.
NASA spacecraft to fly past Mars on voyage to rare metal asteroid
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
UFO files reveal astronauts saw mysterious objects and lights in 1972
NASA's Apollo 17 crew reported seeing three mysterious dots and sparks that resembled fireworks, according to new files released by the Pentagon.
Pentagon begins releasing UFO files: "It's time the American people see"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
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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
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Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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From 1996: Cuba shoots down 2 civilian planes
On Feb. 24, 1996, Cuba shot down two civilian aircraft, prompting global outcry. Watch CBS News' coverage of the aftermath.
Full interview: GOP Rep. Thomas Massie
Republican Rep. Thomas Massie is bearing the brunt of the White House in his primary race for Kentucky's 4th Congressional District against Trump-backed Ed Gallrein. Massie spoke with CBS News' Ed O'Keefe a day before the election about the record-breaking spending in his race, his views on Israel, President Trump and more.
Massie facing Trump-backed challenger
Rep. Thomas Massie is facing Trump-backed retired Navy SEAL Ed Gallrein in Tuesday's primary for Kentucky's Fourth Congressional District. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has the latest.
5/18: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Three people were killed in a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego; Trump says U.S. won't go forward with scheduled attack on Iran.
Mom reported son missing before mosque attack
Police held a news conference Monday evening to give an update on the deadly shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego. Authorities say the two suspects killed three others before being found dead in a nearby vehicle.