Paul Ryan on gun violence
Speaker of the House Paul Ryan spoke about gun laws and mental illness the day after the deadly shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Florida.
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Jeff Sessions on Florida school massacre
Attorney General Jeff Sessions spoke at a sheriffs conference in Washington Thursday, a day after the deadliest school shooting in the U.S. in five years. "We've got to confront the problem. There's no doubt about it," he said, adding, "We've got to reverse these trends that we are seeing in the shootings."
YouTuber says he warned FBI of suspect
Mississippi man Ben Bennight tells CBS News' Jeff Pegues that he warned the FBI last September about a troubling YouTube comment allegedly posted by Florida school shooting suspect Nikolas Cruz.
Sen. Bill Nelson on school shooting
"At some point, the American people are going to say 'enough is enough,'" Florida Democratic Sen. Bill Nelson told CBS Miami. Watch the full interview here.
Fla. officials update on school shooting
"This evening, our school district in is a state of grief, sorrow," said Broward County School Superintendent Robert Runcie. Runcie, along with Broward County Sheriff Scott Israel and Fla. Gov. Rick Scott gave an update on the deadly school shooting.
Teacher describes school shooting
Jim Gard, a teacher at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, said he was in math class with his students when the fire alarm went off and started to evacuate before they heard a Code Red -- and then gunshots. He spoke to CBS Miami while he was still inside the building.
Rubio responds to deadly shooting
Florida Republican Sen. Marco Rubio told CBS Miami that "we don't know" how the suspected gunman came into possession of the weapon he used. Rubio said gun violence is an "ongoing part of the conversation" in Washington.
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At least 17 dead in Florida high school shooting; House Committee investigating Porter scandal
Florida shooting witness
Areeb Siddiqi, a senior at the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, who witnessed the attack that left 17 people killed. He joined us to describe what he saw.
Sheriff: "Unbelievably catastrophic day"
Broward County Sheriff Scott Israel called the Florida school shooting on Wednesday an "unbelievably catastrophic day." Manuel Bojorquez has the latest.
Florida school shooting
What started out as an ordinary day at a south Florida high school ended in gunfire and death in Parkland, Florida - about 20 miles northwest of Fort Lauderdale at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School attended by about three thousand students. The Broward County sheriff reports multiple deaths. The exact number is not known yet. At least 14 victims were taken to the hospital and a suspect was taken into custody a few miles from the scene. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Sheriff: At least 17 dead at school
Suspect Nikolas Cruz, 19, is in custody after a shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida that left at least 17 people dead. Broward County Sheriff Steve Israel gave an update on the investigation.
Florida shooting witness
Nick Hayman is a senior at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, where 17 people were killed in a deadly shooting. Heyman knows the suspect, 19-year-old former student Nikolas Cruz. He spoke to us over the phone.
Florida suspect
The suspect in the deadly shooting at a high school in Parkland, Florida, has been identified as 19-year-old Nikolas Cruz, a former student. Police took Cruz into custody and are beginning to look into his background. CBS News justice and homeland security correspondent Jeff Pegues reports.
School shootings becoming more common
Wednesday’s attack in south Florida is the type of tragedy we have seen too many times before. So far in 2018, there have already been 18 school shootings. There were seven by February in 2017, and since 2013, the number of school shootings has steadily risen. Don Dahler reports.
"Numerous fatalities" in school shooting
The suspect in a school shooting in Parkland, Florida, is in custody. Broward County Schools Superintendent Robert Runcie gave an update on the tragedy at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, saying that there are numerous fatalities and at least 14 people injured.
Active shooter at Fla. high school
Police are responding to a school shooting at the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida. At least 20 people are reported to have been injured.
Kentucky school shooting
A 15-year-old who authorities say shot and killed two teenagers at their high school is expected to be tried as an adult. CBS News' Adriana Diaz reports from Benton, Kentucky.
Kentucky High School Shooting
A 15-year-old student is being charged with two counts of murder after he opened fire at Marshall County High School Tuesday morning. Two fellow students were killed, and at least 15 more were shot. CBS News correspondent Adriana Diaz joins CBSN to discuss the latest from Benton, Kentucky.
Grief into action
Greg Gibson lost his 18-year-old son Galen Gibson in a school shooting at Simon’s Rock College in Massachusetts on Dec. 14, 1992. Twenty years later, the horror at Sandy Hook became the deadliest school shooting in U.S history. Mark Barden’s son Daniel was murdered that day. For 20 years, Gibson had lived the hell Barden was just entering. They soon realized that’s not all they had in common. Jim Axelrod spoke to them in this extended interview.
Sandy Hook follow up
In the five years since 20 students and six educators were killed at Sandy Hook Elementary School, the Connecticut State Police have been unable to complete a report that law enforcement across the country can look for when preparing for future incidents of extreme violence.
Fighting to prevent gun violence
Greg Gibson lost his 18-year-old son Galen Gibson in a school shooting at Simon’s Rock College in Massachusetts on Dec. 14, 1992. Twenty years later, the horror at Sandy Hook became the deadliest school shooting in U.S history. Mark Barden’s son Daniel was murdered that day. For 20 years, Gibson had lived the hell Barden was just entering. They soon realized that’s not all they had in common. Jim Axelrod reports.
Common ground on guns?
On the fifth anniversary of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting, Maryland Attorney General Brian Frosh joins CBSN to discuss the need for nationwide gun reform and why it's so difficult to bridge the divide on this issue.
School shooting drills
Five years after the mass shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary, there is still a question of whether school shooting drills instill fear in students or if they help. Dr. Jamie Howard, a clinical psychologist at the Child Mind Institute, joins CBSN to discuss.
How active-shooter training has changed in schools since Sandy Hook
The learning curve got steeper and intensified after the 2012 massacre at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut, where 20 young children and six faculty members lost their lives when a 20-year-old outsider shot his way into the school. The end result: 20 states now have specific laws requiring "lockdown" drills in all public schools, and 30 states have broad emergency plans that may encompass lockdowns.
Lindsey Vonn crashes out in women's downhill race at Milano Cortina Games
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Savannah Guthrie says "we will pay" in new plea for mother's safe return
Savannah Guthrie released a new video on Saturday, saying her family is willing to pay for the safe return of their mother.
Trump throws support behind Nexstar-Tegna broadcast deal he once opposed
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Will Bad Bunny be paid for his Super Bowl halftime performance?
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Breezy Johnson wins Team USA's first gold medal of Milano Cortina Games
Breezy Johnson took the lead early on after flying down the mountain in 1:36.10. It is her first-ever Olympic medal.
White House removes Trump post with racist footage of Obamas hours after defending it
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
Brad Arnold, 3 Doors Down founder and lead singer, dies at 47
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Washington Post publisher Will Lewis resigns just days after mass layoffs
Will Lewis, CEO and publisher of the Washington Post, has resigned just three days after the storied newspaper laid off about one-third of its staff.
Democrat wins Louisiana state House special seat in district Trump won
Democrat Chasity Verret Martinez defeated her Republican opponent in a district President Trump won by 13 points in 2024.
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How many Super Bowls have the Seahawks won?
As the Seahawks prepare to face the Patriots in the 2026 Super Bowl, here's what to know about Seattle's past appearances, wins and losses.
Looking back at all of the Patriots' past Super Bowl victories and appearances
The New England Patriots are back in the Super Bowl once again in 2026, hoping to add another ring to their list of wins. Here's a look back at their appearances, losses, how many they've won, and more.
Where you can watch the 2026 Super Bowl live today
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Will Bad Bunny be paid for his Super Bowl halftime performance?
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Did a popular acne medication drive a Texas teen to shoot his friends?
Connor Hilton, 17, said that after taking Accutane, a prescribed acne medication, he began to have suicidal and homicidal thoughts – thoughts that, his defense argued, led him to shoot two friends in the head at his Friendswood, Texas, home. Prosecutors weren't convinced.
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Will Bad Bunny be paid for his Super Bowl halftime performance?
Here's how much Bad Bunny is expected to earn from his halftime performance at Super Bowl LX.
Washington Post publisher Will Lewis resigns just days after paper enacts mass layoffs
Will Lewis, CEO and publisher of the Washington Post, has resigned just three days after the storied newspaper laid off about one-third of its staff.
Trump throws support behind Nexstar-Tegna broadcast deal he once opposed
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Dow crosses 50K for first time as stocks enjoy best day since May 2025
Resurgent technology stocks drove the rebound after a volatile week, while bitcoin also recouped losses.
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Democrat wins Louisiana state House special seat in district Trump won
Democrat Chasity Verret Martinez defeated her Republican opponent in a district President Trump won by 13 points in 2024.
Nancy Pelosi to endorse Jack Schlossberg in New York congressional race
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans to endorse Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy's grandson, a source familiar confirmed to CBS News.
Trump throws support behind Nexstar-Tegna broadcast deal he once opposed
Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna would bring together two companies with significant holdings in local broadcast media.
Some Team USA athletes speak out about politics at home
Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
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Her deadly diagnosis only had 1 warning sign. Here's how she survived.
Becca Valle, then 37, enrolled in a cutting-edge clinical trial after surgery removed an aggressive tumor from her brain.
California urges avoiding wild mushrooms after deaths, liver transplants
More than three dozen cases of death cap mushroom poisonings have been reported in California since November, health officials said.
See the 43 drugs available on new discounted drug site TrumpRx
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White House launches TrumpRx discounted drug site
The Trump administration launched its new TrumpRx direct-to-consumer prescription drug listing site late Thursday, part of a push to offer medication at steep discounts.
Officials warn against drinking raw milk after baby dies from listeria
The New Mexico Department of Health said officials believe the baby contracted listeria after their mother drank raw milk during pregnancy.
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Breezy Johnson wins Team USA's first gold medal of Milano Cortina Games
Breezy Johnson took the lead early on after flying down the mountain in 1:36.10. It is her first-ever Olympic medal.
Lindsey Vonn crashes out in women's downhill race at Milano Cortina Games
Lindsey Vonn, who came out of retirement to compete in the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Games, was airlifted off the mountain.
Ilia Malinin stunned by Yuma Kagiyama in Olympic figure skating short program
The U.S. ended Saturday in first place with 44 points. Japan was five points back going into the men's, women's and pairs free skates to decide the medals Sunday.
Jake Paul joins JD Vance to watch U.S. women's hockey team at Olympics
The U.S. women's hockey team eased to a 5-0 win over Finland on Saturday afternoon.
Italy nabs first gold medal of Milano Cortina Olympics in speedskating upset
Francesca Lollobrigida set a new Olympic record of 3 minutes, 54.28 seconds, shaving more than two-and-a-half seconds off the mark set by Dutch legend Irene Schouten four years earlier in Beijing.
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Bad Bunny's Super Bowl role breaks barriers and sparks debate
Reactions poured in when Bad Bunny was named Super Bowl halftime headliner, with some praising and others criticizing the choice.
Who's singing the national anthem at the Super Bowl? All about Charlie Puth
Charlie Puth has called the national anthem "one of the most beautiful pieces of music." But he's also described it as "the hardest to sing."
Brad Arnold, 3 Doors Down founder and lead singer, dies at 47
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Who's performing at the Super Bowl halftime show? Here's the full list
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Twisted Sister cancels reunion shows as frontman Dee Snider resigns
Lead singer and frontman Dee Snider said he suffers from degenerative arthritis and has had several surgeries over the years.
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Super Bowl fans warned to leave drones at home amid flight ban
The FAA says it is collaborating with the FBI to detect, track and assess unauthorized drone activity at the Super Bowl.
Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first
Gamers across the world can now recreate drone strikes in Ukraine from the comfort of their own home, with this newly released game.
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.
How will AI transform the workforce?
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks about how companies are using artificial intelligence, the discussion around the technology and how it's impacting the workforce.
Tesla, Waymo leaders defend product safety
Executives from Waymo and Tesla defended their self-driving vehicle technology in testimony before the Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports and Ian Krietzberg, an AI correspondent at the digital media company Puck, has more.
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
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Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
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Latest on the search for Nancy Guthrie
Savannah Guthrie and her siblings posted a third video on Saturday, pleading for their mother's return after she went missing last week. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Did a popular acne medication drive a Texas teen to shoot his friends?
Connor Hilton, 17, said that after taking Accutane, a prescribed acne medication, he began to have suicidal and homicidal thoughts – thoughts that, his defense argued, led him to shoot two friends in the head at his Friendswood, Texas, home. Prosecutors weren't convinced.
Latest in Nancy Guthrie disappearance
Authorities said Friday they were inspecting an apparent new message relating to the disappearance of "Today" host Savannah Guthrie's mom, Nancy, after the family reported her missing from her home on Sunday.
Luigi Mangione has outburst after hearing
Luigi Mangione had an outburst after a hearing on Friday in which the judge announced that his New York State trial will begin on June 8. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman is following the case.
Authorities tow car from Nancy Guthrie's home, investigate new message
Local and federal authorities said "investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity" regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
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What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
NASA plans to test the planned leak repair with a second dress rehearsal fueling test later this month.
NASA delays Artemis II launch
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
NASA begins mission to map the boundaries of our heliosphere
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NASA moon launch off until March due to issues during tests
NASA says it can't try until March at the earliest to send a crewed spacecraft on a flight around the moon and back, due to hydrogen leaks during testing of the Artemis II rocket.
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Latest on the search for Nancy Guthrie
Savannah Guthrie and her siblings posted a third video on Saturday, pleading for their mother's return after she went missing last week. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
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The art and science of smooching
With Valentine's Day around the corner, Susan Spencer asked: Is a kiss just a kiss? An evolutionary biologist says kissing is common in the animal kingdom and may date back 21 million years. A certified sex therapist explains why we kiss — and why some smooches linger in our memories for decades. Finally, a panel of editors at InStyle Magazine weigh in on the most iconic kisses in pop culture.
The Rx Defense
A Texas teenager shoots two of his friends. He says a popular acne medication made him do it. "48 Hours" correspondent Tracy Smith reports.
Diving into Hilary Knight career at final Olympics
Ice hockey forward Hilary Knight showed the world why she's one of the greatest players ever. With her 14th goal, the captain of Team USA moved into a tie for the most goals scored by a U.S. Women's hockey player at the Winter Olympics. Andres Gutierrez reports on her career and her last Olympic run.