Police chief: Connecticut is "model" for gun laws after Sandy Hook shooting
Spagnolo said he believes the laws in Connecticut are common sense.
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Astronauts aboard the International Space Station speak to students after their schools won a NASA-sponsored contest
Astronauts aboard the International Space Station speak to students after their schools won a NASA-sponsored contest. Elliott Ranch Elementary School in Elk Grove, California, and Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut, were among the schools selected to participate. KOVR’s Ron Jones reports.
Police chief on tackling gun violence
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.
Richard Martinez, whose son Christopher was shot to death in Santa Barbara, California, last month, reignited the movement for stricter gun laws in the U.S.
Richard Martinez, whose son Christopher was shot to death in Santa Barbara, California, last month, reignited the movement for stricter gun laws in the U.S. Martinez visited Washington to meet parents from Newtown, Tucson, and Columbine who know the grief he's feeling. Nancy Cordes reports.
A beacon on the New Jersey coast is marking a major milestone. Jim Axelrod reports on the Sandy Hook Lighthouse and the tradition that began before the American Revolution
A beacon on the New Jersey coast is marking a major milestone. Jim Axelrod reports on the Sandy Hook Lighthouse and the tradition that began before the American Revolution.
During a question-and-answer session at the White House, the president wonders why nothing is being done about gun control
During a question-and-answer session at the White House, the president wondered why nothing is being done about gun control.
Mark Barden “very happy” to see the New Jersey Assembly pass a bill to ban large ammo clips
As Mark Barden and other Newtown families looked on, the New Jersey Assembly passed a bill to limit gun magazines to 10 rounds; the bill now awaits action from Gov. Chris Christie
Peter Lanza, father of Newtown school shooter Adam Lanza, gave his first extensive interview to The New Yorker magazine
Peter Lanza, father of Newtown school shooter Adam Lanza, gave his first extensive interview to The New Yorker magazine. He insists his son gave no warning signs and he had no idea Adam was capable of such violence. CBS News' Don Dahler reports.
8/6: 60 Minutes
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."
Sandy Hook mom becomes mental health advocate
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.
Suicide is preventable, experts say
Jeremy Richman, the father of Sandy Hook shooting victim Avielle Richman, died in an apparent suicide. He was the third person affected by a mass shooting to die by suicide in recent days. Psychiatry professor Dr. Kelly Posner joins CBSN AM to discuss how to reduce the risk of suicide.
Jimmy Greene lost his 6-year-old daughter Ana in the Sandy Hook school shooting a year ago
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
Andre Simons runs an FBI unit that works to stop shootings before they happen, and in the past year his behavioral team has tackled 150 cases -- not one resulting in violence
Andre Simons runs an FBI unit that works to stop shootings before they happen, and in the past year his behavioral team has tackled 150 cases -- not one resulting in violence. When the unit gets a heads up about threatening behavior, analysts work to re-direct the subject to mental health treatment, monitoring or custody. Bob Orr reports.
"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
"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 shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School, "Face the Nation" remembers the 20 children and 6 faculty members who lost their lives
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
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 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.
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
"CBS This Morning" takes a look at some of the day's headlines from around the globe.
"The stories we tell matter," Obama says
"The stories we tell matter," Obama says a year after Sandy Hook shootings
Nearly a year ago, Adam Lanza murdered his mother, 20 students and six educators
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.
Summary released about the Newtown shooting concluded Adam Lanza acted alone, but ultimately there is still no answer for why
The summary released about the Newtown shooting concluded Adam Lanza acted alone, but ultimately there is still no answer for why he carried out the attack. CBS News correspondent Elaine Quijano reports on the details revealed about Lanza's life and fixation on school shooting.
A new report released by the Connecticut State Attorney details the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School as well as new details regarding Adam Lanza's mental health
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. The report also detailed Lanza's obsessions. Elaine Quijano reports.
A report issued by the Connecticut State Attorney revealed that we may never know why Adam Lanza went on a deadly shooting spree at Sandy Hook Elementary School
A report issued by the Connecticut State Attorney revealed that we may never know why Adam Lanza went on a deadly shooting spree at Sandy Hook Elementary School on Dec. 14, 2012. The report says that Lanza suffered from "significant mental health issues," but says there is no clear indication why he chose Sandy Hook as the target for his rampage.
In an effort to reduce gun violence, new rules are expanding access to mental health treatment as part of Obamacare
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.
Sandy Hook anniversary
Friday marks six years since the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting in Newtown, Connecticut. Nicole Hockley, co-founder and managing director of "Sandy Hook Promise" joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss her organization's latest public service announcement about gun violence prevention.
Tony Dokoupil: Don't just trust me. Make me earn it.
"You come first," declares the new anchor of the Evening News. "Not advertisers. Not politicians. Not corporate interests — including the new owners of CBS."
Fire kills dozens at crowded Swiss Alps bar on New Year's
Police in Switzerland say a fire at a bar in the Crans-Montana ski resort area is believed to have left about 40 people dead and dozens more injured.
Price hikes hit ACA health insurance plans as subsidies expire
Enhanced tax credits that have helped Americans offset the cost of Affordable Care Act health insurance for the last four years expired overnight.
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Watch Live: NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's inauguration, address to New Yorkers
Zohran Mamdani was sworn in early Thursday as the 112th mayor of New York City. The democratic socialist is the city's first Muslim mayor, as well as one of its youngest ever.
Trump says he underwent CT scan, not MRI, during October examination
"In retrospect, it's too bad I took it because it gave them a little ammunition," President Trump told The Wall Street Journal.
Everything we know about Minnesota's massive fraud schemes
A viral social media video has put Minnesota's long-running fraud scandal at the center of the national conversation. Here's what to know.
U.S. reduces proposed tariffs on Italian pasta, Italy says
Steep U.S. import duties targeting 13 Italian pasta makers will be sharply reduced, Italy's foreign ministry said on Jan. 1.
Coast Guard searches for 77-year-old woman who went overboard from cruise ship
The woman was a passenger on the Nieuw Statendam cruise ship, which was roughly 40 miles northeast of Sabana, Cuba, when she went overboard, the Coast Guard said.
Trump administration delays tariff increases on furniture, kitchen cabinets
The one-year delay comes as President Trump has rolled back some other import duties amid affordability concerns.
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Trump says he underwent CT scan, not MRI, during October examination
"In retrospect, it's too bad I took it because it gave them a little ammunition," President Trump told The Wall Street Journal.
Coast Guard searches for 77-year-old woman who went overboard from cruise ship
The woman was a passenger on the Nieuw Statendam cruise ship, which was roughly 40 miles northeast of Sabana, Cuba, when she went overboard, the Coast Guard said.
U.S. reduces proposed tariffs on Italian pasta, Italy says
Steep U.S. import duties targeting 13 Italian pasta makers will be sharply reduced, Italy's foreign ministry said on Jan. 1.
Trump administration delays tariff increases on furniture, kitchen cabinets
The one-year delay comes as President Trump has rolled back some other import duties amid affordability concerns.
What's open on New Year's Day 2026? See which stores are operating.
Banks, post offices and major stock exchanges will be closed in observance of the federal holiday, but some stores are open.
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U.S. reduces proposed tariffs on Italian pasta, Italy says
Steep U.S. import duties targeting 13 Italian pasta makers will be sharply reduced, Italy's foreign ministry said on Jan. 1.
Trump administration delays tariff increases on furniture, kitchen cabinets
The one-year delay comes as President Trump has rolled back some other import duties amid affordability concerns.
Price hikes hit ACA health insurance plans as subsidies expire
Enhanced tax credits that have helped Americans offset the cost of Affordable Care Act health insurance for the last four years expired overnight.
What's open on New Year's Day 2026? See which stores are operating.
Banks, post offices and major stock exchanges will be closed in observance of the federal holiday, but some stores are open.
Federal appeals court blocks Hawaii's tourist tax on cruise ships
The levy, which would impose a new 11% tax on the gross fares paid by a cruise ship's passenger, was set to go into effect at the start of 2026.
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Trump says he underwent CT scan, not MRI, during October examination
"In retrospect, it's too bad I took it because it gave them a little ammunition," President Trump told The Wall Street Journal.
Trump administration delays tariff increases on furniture, kitchen cabinets
The one-year delay comes as President Trump has rolled back some other import duties amid affordability concerns.
Price hikes hit ACA health insurance plans as subsidies expire
Enhanced tax credits that have helped Americans offset the cost of Affordable Care Act health insurance for the last four years expired overnight.
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Watch Live: NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's inauguration, address to New Yorkers
Zohran Mamdani was sworn in early Thursday as the 112th mayor of New York City. The democratic socialist is the city's first Muslim mayor, as well as one of its youngest ever.
Zohran Mamdani sworn in, becoming NYC's 112th mayor
In a private ceremony at the abandoned Old City Hall subway station, Mamdani was sworn in by New York Attorney General Letitia James as the clock struck midnight on New Year's Eve.
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Price hikes hit ACA health insurance plans as subsidies expire
Enhanced tax credits that have helped Americans offset the cost of Affordable Care Act health insurance for the last four years expired overnight.
Some states ban junk food from SNAP benefits
In 2026, several states are set to prohibit individuals from purchasing certain junk food items using their federal benefits. Meg Oliver has the details.
Flu cases spiking this holiday season, CDC data shows
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says 32 jurisdictions are showing "high" or "very high" levels of flu.
New California tortilla law aims to decrease birth defects in Latino babies
Mom-and-pop shops will be exempt from this change, but big manufacturers in California will need to start adding folic acid to tortillas beginning January 1.
Advances in treatment for Alzheimer's disease
The number of Americans with Alzheimer's disease is expected to double from 7 million in 2020 to 14 million by 2060, according to the CDC. However, advances in treatment options are giving more people hope in slowing the decline. Dr. Jon LaPook breaks it down.
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Pope starts 2026 with prayer for countries "bloodied by conflict"
Pope Leo XIV celebrated a New Year's Day Mass in St. Peter's Basilica and then delivered a special noontime prayer from his studio overlooking the piazza.
Fire kills dozens at crowded Swiss Alps bar on New Year's
Police in Switzerland say a fire at a bar in the Crans-Montana ski resort area is believed to have left about 40 people dead and dozens more injured.
France defends granting George Clooney and his family French citizenship
George Clooney and his wife, Amal Clooney, were granted French citizenship because "they contribute, through their distinguished actions, to France's international influence and cultural outreach," the French government said.
British boxer Anthony Joshua released from hospital after crash in Nigeria
The two-time former heavyweight champion and Olympic gold medalist was involved in a fatal road crash near Lagos on Monday.
Alleged drug smugglers jumped overboard in recent boat strikes, U.S. military says
Three people were killed Tuesday when the first boat was hit, while individuals in two other boats jumped overboard, according to U.S. Southern Command.
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France defends granting George Clooney and his family French citizenship
George Clooney and his wife, Amal Clooney, were granted French citizenship because "they contribute, through their distinguished actions, to France's international influence and cultural outreach," the French government said.
Notable works entering the public domain in 2026
Here are the significant books, films and characters joining the list of works in the public domain on Jan. 1, 2026.
Noah Wyle on authenticity of "The Pitt"
The hit series "The Pitt" has earned praise for its realistic look at the pressures facing health care workers. Chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook spoke to the star of the show, Noah Wyle, for "CBS Sunday Morning." Wyle talked about how the cast prepared for their roles beyond learning their lines before shooting the series even began.
Here's who's performing on New Year's Eve to ring in 2026
Here's what to know about the lineup of performances scheduled for New Year's Eve, as crowds gather in Times Square to ring in 2026.
Isiah Whitlock Jr., actor known for his roles in "The Wire" and "Veep," dies at 71
Isiah Whitlock Jr. is perhaps best known for his role as state Sen. R. Clayton "Clay" Davis on HBO's "The Wire."
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Economic oasis emerges in the Arizona desert
Arizona is fast becoming a major hub for computer chip production thanks to what's being called the largest foreign direct investment in U.S. history. Kris Van Cleave takes us to a sprawling campus in Phoenix that is providing thousands of jobs while reducing America's reliance on overseas products.
OpenAI hiring for head safety executive to mitigate AI risks
The company's investment in safety prevention comes amid growing concerns over the potential harm of artificial intelligence.
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.
Instacart ending AI price tests for retailers
Instacart says its ending its controversial system of using AI price tests for retailers. Earlier this month, an investigation by Consumer Reports and progressive think tank Groundwork Collaborative found that Instacart's algorithmic pricing charged various prices for the same item from the same store. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Tech companies push for data centers
Massive tech companies wanting to build more data centers in the U.S. are lobbying for support among Americans, according to a recent report by POLITICO. Gabby Miller joins CBS News with more on her reporting.
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2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
Dinosaur tracks showing "herds moving in synchrony" found in Italy
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
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.
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Fallout grows over freezing of child care funds
After the Trump administration paused federal assistance to child care centers in Minnesota, parents are now wondering if their kids' day care is in jeopardy, as the government investigates fraud claims. Jonah Kaplan has been following this developing story.
Epstein survivors decry delay in releasing files
There may be millions of documents the Justice Department still needs to release from the case against convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. By law, those files were required to be made public nearly two weeks ago. Scott MacFarlane has the latest.
Day care in Minneapolis vandalized after viral video purporting fraud
A Minneapolis day care says that vandals damaged the facility early this week, after a YouTube video purporting to expose fraud among day cares in the Twin Cities metro area went viral.
New details on charges against Stefon Diggs
Patriots star Stefon Diggs is facing charges of strangulation, assault and battery following an incident in Massachusetts earlier this month. Diggs' attorney, David Meier, said in a statement that the wide receiver "categorically denies" the allegations and "looks forward to establishing the truth" in court. CBS News Boston's Aaron Parseghian has more.
New Orleans marks 1 year since terror attack
New Orleans is marking one year since 14 people were killed and dozens more were injured in a terror attack on the city's iconic Bourbon Street. Kati Weis spoke to the family of one of the victims about how they're remembering their loved one.
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NASA's search for next lunar rover
NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Artemis 2 astronauts rehearse countdown for upcoming moon launch
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
Woman is first wheelchair user launched into space
A German aerospace engineer made history Saturday, becoming the first wheelchair user to go into space when she took a 10-minute trip aboard a Blue Origin rocket.
Blue Origin safely launches wheelchair user to space and back
German engineer Michaela Benthaus is the first person with a significant physical handicap to reach space.
Jared Isaacman, billionaire who's flown with SpaceX, confirmed to lead NASA
President Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination for NASA administrator in April, before nominating him again in November.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
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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
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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"CBS Mornings" looks back at favorite moments from 2025 as the new year kicks off.
Deadly New Year's fire at Swiss Alps bar
Dozens of people are presumed dead and about 100 others are injured after a fire tore through a bar at a Swiss Alps ski resort, police say. Authorities are working to determine the cause, but do not believe it was an attack.
New Year's celebrations around the world
Hundreds of thousands of people braved the cold weather in New York City to watch the iconic ball drop in Times Square on New Year's Eve. Meanwhile in London, fireworks lit up the sky to welcome 2026 and there were drone displays in the United Arab Emirates.
Dokoupil: Don't just trust me. Make me earn it.
"You come first," declares the new anchor of the Evening News. "Not advertisers. Not politicians. Not corporate interests — including the new owners of CBS."