Victims' families push for more gun safety laws: "A preventable crisis"
Gun safety advocates want gun owners to be held criminally responsible in the event they fail to properly secure firearms.
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Gun safety advocates want gun owners to be held criminally responsible in the event they fail to properly secure firearms.
Nearly a year after the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting, the final prosecutor's report said gunman Adam Lanza had "significant mental health issues" but was under "no extreme emotional disturbance" that would explain his actions; and, twenty-one members of the Army Special Forces were chosen to stand guard over JFK's casket at his funeral. David Martin shares one of their stories.
Newly released 911 calls give insight into the Sandy Hook Elementary shootings in Newtown, Conn. Dispatchers and frightened callers were able to remain calm as a gunman carried out an attack no one could have imagined; and, photographer Dave Parkhurst has been braving the extreme elements of the Alaskan wilderness to capture the incredible display of Aurora Borealis on film.
An early season winter storm stretching from the nation's midsection to the East Coast has brought heavy snow and cold temperatures to many areas, causing retailers to worry that the weather will hamper holiday shopping; and, Nelson Mandela wanted a look that was radically different from the appearance of the suited politician when he was released from prison. Johannesburg fashion designer Sonwabile Ndamese was the man Mandela went to who designed the shirt that became known as the "Madiba shirt."
Parents of children killed in the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting sued Alex Jones over his claims that the massacre was a hoax.
Judge Maya Guerra Gamble in Austin, home of Infowars, entered default judgments against Jones, Infowars and other defendants for what she called their "flagrant bad faith and callous disregard" of court orders.
The attorney representing their families said, "The only relevant part...is that they were at their desks on December 14, 2012."
Some of the worst massacres in recent memory have had something in common: the AR-15 style rifle. Scott Pelley reports on why the high velocity rounds used in the gun makes it so deadly.
Some of the worst massacres in recent memory have had something in common: the AR-15 style rifle. Scott Pelley reports on why the high-velocity rounds used in the gun make it so deadly.
Ballistics tests show how lethal a wound from an AR-15 style rifle can be. Now there's a campaign to teach civilians how to be first responders in mass shootings
"This was the one place that I hope could feel safe" Wayne LaPierre said in testimony during NRA bankruptcy trial.
What makes the AR-15 style rifle the weapon of choice for mass shooters? Then, how Ted Cruz vs. Beto O'Rourke could predict America's political future. Plus, riding the waves of Nazaré with Garrett McNamara
Spagnolo said he believes the laws in Connecticut are common sense.
As Congress once again discusses potential action on gun violence, Police Chief Fernando Spagnolo of Waterbury, Connecticut testified at a hearing this week about the impact of his state's strict gun laws, which were adopted after the horrific shooting at Sandy Hook elementary school. Spagnolo joined CBSN to talk about measures that could be a model for other states.
60 Minutes revisits the painful story of school children murdered at Sandy Hook Elementary in Newtown, Connecticut; then, 60 Minutes investigates medical gear sold during Ebola crisis; and, architect Peter Marino calls his tattooed biker look "a decoy."
Eight years after Scarlett Lewis lost her son Jesse in the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut, she is a strong advocate for mental health causes and education. Lewis founded the Jesse Lewis Choose Love Movement in her son's name. She spoke with CBSN's Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers on about her work.
Jimmy Greene lost his 6-year-old daughter Ana in the Sandy Hook school shooting a year ago. He writes a letter to himself about his loss and ability to overcome his grief. Greene's new album, "Beautiful Life," comes out in the New Year and is dedicated to Ana. For more information, check out his website: www.jimmygreene.com
"Face the Nation" host says the shootings throughout the year since the Newtown massacre shows we still have work to do to curb gun violence.
A year after the deadly shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn., "Face the Nation" remembers the 20 children and 6 faculty members who lost their lives.
One day before the first anniversary of the deadly Sandy Hook massacre, a shooting at a Colorado high school left the shooter dead and another student seriously wounded. Charles Osgood reports.
For the one-year anniversary of the Sandy Hook school shootings in Newtown, Connecticut, local officials are taking the unusual step of asking the public and the press to stay away. Elaine Quijano reports.
"CBS This Morning" takes a look at some of the day's headlines from around the globe.
Nearly a year ago, Adam Lanza murdered his mother, 20 students and six educators. Now, a report will be released that contains a clear timeline including police response. CBS News correspondent Elaine Quijano reports.
In an effort to reduce gun violence, new rules are expanding access to mental health treatment as part of Obamacare. The issue was brought to the national stage following the Sandy Hook school massacre and other recent mass shootings. Vinita Nair reports.
A judge ruled that InfoWars and Jones' actions should be treated as contempt of court.