School shooting update
S.C. authorities say a teen is in custody after three people, a teacher and two students, were shot at an elementary school in Townville, S.C. The teen's father was found dead at a separate crime scene.
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A shooting has been reported at an elementary school in Townville, S.C. CBS affiliate WSPA has more on the early details.
Amid protests, President Obama visited Roseburg, Oregon today to console families of the victims from last week's college massacre
Amid protests, President Obama visited Roseburg, Oregon today to console families of the victims from last week's college massacre. CBS News correspondent John Blackstone reports.
As the investigation continues into the mass shooting at a community college in Roseburg, Oregon, neighbors and survivors are seeking answers of their own
As the investigation continues into the mass shooting at a community college in Roseburg, Oregon, neighbors and survivors are seeking answers of their own. John Blackstone reports.
Oregon's medical examiner says the gunman behind the deadly shooting at Umpqua Community College killed himself as police closed in
Oregon's medical examiner says the gunman behind the deadly shooting at Umpqua Community College killed himself as police closed in. Sheriff John Hanlin tells John Blackstone more details on the final minutes of the campus shooting.
The number of dead and injured from the shooting at Umpqua Community College may have been higher had it not been for the quick thinking of the youngest shooting survivor
The number of dead and injured from the shooting at Umpqua Community College may have been higher had it not been for the quick thinking of the youngest shooting survivor. Mireya Villarreal reports.
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President Obama ordered flags flown at half-mast for the nine killed at a community college in Oregon; It's not easy to surprise Steve Hartman, but a Fort Worth, Texas, man and his dogs did just that while he was "On The Road".
Investigators said more than a dozen weapons were found in Chris Harper Mercer’s possession including a Smith and Wesson, Taurus .40 caliber pistol, Glock 19, and a rifle
Investigators said more than a dozen weapons were found in Chris Harper Mercer’s possession including a Smith and Wesson, Taurus .40 caliber pistol, Glock 19, and a rifle. All of them were purchased legally. Mercer also had the type of steel-plated body armor worn by police. Neighbors say he was depressed, reports Jeff Pegues.
President Obama ordered flags flown at half-mast for the nine killed at a community college in Oregon
President Obama ordered flags flown at half-mast for the nine killed at a community college in Oregon. Late Friday, officials released the names and images of the dead. Nine others were wounded, including Chris Mintz, a hero who was shot as he tried to stop the gunman. John Blackstone reports from Roseburg, Oregon.
Chris Mintz, a student and Army veteran who was shot while trying to subdue the Oregon college shooter, is being hailed as a hero for saving lives
Chris Mintz, a student and Army veteran who was shot while trying to subdue the Oregon college shooter, is being hailed as a hero for saving lives. CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers reports.
Law enforcement sources have identified 26-year-old Chris Harper Mercer as the gunman in a shooting that killed at least 10 at Umpqua Community College in Oregon
Law enforcement sources have identified 26-year-old Chris Harper Mercer as the gunman in a shooting that killed at least 10 at Umpqua Community College in Oregon. CBS News affiliate KOIN reporter Chris Woodard spoke to CBSN about the latest details.
During remarks on yet another deadly shooting on a school campus, President Obama challenged media outlets to compare gun violence to terror deaths in the U.S. Vox Media's Zach Beauchamp fulfilled the President's request
During remarks on yet another deadly shooting on a school campus, President Obama challenged media outlets to compare gun violence to terror deaths in the U.S.
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A deadly mass shooting has left at least 10 people killed and 7 wounded in Southwestern Oregon on the Umpqua Community College campus; an almost mythical Nazi gold train from World War II is believed to have been found in Southwest Poland
Oregon's Attorney General says 13 are dead after a shooting on the Umpqua Community College campus in Roseburg, Oregon, including the gunman
Oregon's Attorney General says 13 are dead after a shooting on the Umpqua Community College campus in Roseburg, Oregon, including the gunman. Former FBI profiler Dr. Mary Ellen O'Toole spoke to CBSN about the attack.
Oregon's Attorney General said 13 were killed in a shooting on the Umpqua Community College's campus, including the gunman
Oregon's Attorney General said 13 were killed in a shooting on the Umpqua Community College's campus, including the gunman. Scott Pelley has updates in a CBS News Special Report.
A shooter has killed at least 10 and injured over a dozen others at Umpqua Community College in Oregon
A shooter has killed at least 10 and injured over a dozen others at Umpqua Community College in Oregon. UCC student Krys Denino described the scene on campus to CBSN.
A shooter at Umpqua Community College in Oregon has killed 10 and critically injured more than a dozen others
A shooter at Umpqua Community College in Oregon has killed 10 and critically injured more than a dozen others. CBS News homeland security correspondent Jeff Pegues and former FBI Assistant Director Ron Hosko spoke to CBSN about the attack.
Oregon state police report an active shooter at Umpqua Community College in Oregon has reportedly killed 10 and critically injured more than a dozen others
Oregon state police report an active shooter at Umpqua Community College in Oregon has reportedly killed 10 and critically injured more than a dozen others. CBSN's Kristine Johnson and Vladimir Duthiers have the latest.
Oregon state police report an active shooter at Umpqua Community College in Oregon has reportedly killed 10 and critically injured six others
Oregon state police report an active shooter at Umpqua Community College in Oregon has reportedly killed 10 people and critically injured more than a dozen others
Survivors Network, Ultra Deep, The Future Factory
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Spotting the warning signs of school violence
A new Secret Service report shares warning signs that could prevent school violence just as students head back to the classroom. Catherine Herridge reports on one father's warning after he lost his daughter to a school shooting three years ago.
Recently released home video shows John LaDue, the Minnesota teen who plotted to kill his family and fellow students, making bomb parts, playing with knives and setting off explosives.
Recently released home video shows John LaDue, the Minnesota teen who plotted to kill his family and fellow students, making bomb parts, playing with knives and setting off explosives. The teen is now in custody after making a full confession and telling authorities the details of his deadly plan.
Minnesota 17-year-old John LaDue was charged with attempted murder in May after authorities uncovered his plan to bomb his school. A jailhouse interview with police was released Tuesday, in which LaDue admits to the plot and claims he is mentally ill
Minnesota 17-year-old John LaDue was charged with attempted murder in May after authorities uncovered his plan to bomb his school. A jailhouse interview with police was released Tuesday, in which LaDue admits to the plot and claims he is mentally ill.
Parkland mom speaks with Congresswoman Greene
Linda Beigel Schulman, who lost her son, teacher Scott Beigel, in the Parkland, Florida, high school shooting in 2018, says Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene told her she doesn't believe major school shootings were staged, but refuses to say so in public. The Georgia Republican has been strongly criticized for spreading conspiracy theories. Some of the backlash is over now-deleted comments she made on Facebook in 2018, supporting a claim that the Parkland massacre was a "false flag" event that didn't really happen.
Investigation into school shooting prevention
Schools across the country are installing surveillance technology in an effort to prevent mass shootings. But ProPublica suggests the technology might be ineffective in stopping a gunman. ProPublica Senior Reporter Jack Gillum joined "CBSN AM" to discuss what he found in his investigation and what it means for child safety.
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Trump says more negotiations with Iran will be held in Islamabad
President Trump threatened attacks on bridges and power plants if Iran did not accept a deal.
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Attempted arson at London synagogue is 3rd attack on Jewish site in days
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How the dispute between Trump and Pope Leo escalated
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1,000 animal-rights activists try to storm Wisconsin beagle breeding facility
The Dane County Sheriff's office said a "significant" number of people were arrested at the Ridglan Farms facility, which has accused of constant abuse, specifically towards beagles. The facility denies the accusations.
Cleanup underway in Midwest after tornadoes leave path of damage, destruction
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Lawyer who led effort to overturn 2020 election will oversee probe of ex-CIA director
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Trump signs short-term extension of surveillance law passed by Congress
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Judge blocks Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna until antitrust suit resolved
The deal, approved by the FCC, would create a company that owns 265 television stations in 44 states and Washington, D.C.
Airlines cut routes in response to rising jet fuel costs amid Iran war
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Ford recalls nearly 1.4 million pickup trucks due to gearshift issue
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Obama meets Mamdani in New York City ahead of a preschool reading event
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Trump signs executive order to research psychedelics for mental health
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An order earlier this week blocked most above-ground construction on the project.
Judge blocks Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna until antitrust suit resolved
The deal, approved by the FCC, would create a company that owns 265 television stations in 44 states and Washington, D.C.
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Trump signs executive order to research psychedelics for mental health
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Dr. Erica Schwartz nominated for CDC director
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RFK Jr. defends proposed 12% health budget cut, measles response in House testimony
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Trump announces he's nominating Dr. Erica Schwartz for CDC director
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Rat poison found in HiPP baby food in Austria, prompting recall
HiPP is recalling some baby food jars in Austria after a sample tested positive for rat poison.
Attempted arson at London synagogue is 3rd attack on Jewish site in days
U.K. counterterrorism police are investigating a spate of arson attacks against Jewish sites in London.
Life jacket worn by Titanic passenger who survived auctioned for $900,000
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6 killed after gunman opens fire in Kyiv, Ukrainian officials say
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Over 1,000 bone fragments found in Mexico City ahead of World Cup
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The Lone Bellow performs "No Getting Over You"
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The Lone Bellow performs "I Did It For Love"
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Experts have warning for AI-generated podcasts
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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AI "agents" can do your shopping. Should you let them?
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AI version of Val Kilmer to star in new movie
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First major forecast for 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is released
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Creature thought to be world's oldest octopus isn't an octopus after all
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March smashed heat records in several ways, federal data shows
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Emperor penguins listed as endangered species
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Stunning photos from Artemis II show Earth, moon, eclipse from space
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Over 1,000 bone fragments found in Mexico City ahead of World Cup
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"God of chaos" asteroid will pass close to Earth in 3 years, NASA says
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Web exclusive: Daniel Caudillo on immigration judges and due process
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Ex-judges speak out on Trump's immigration court purges
Tens of thousands of people, including U.S. citizens, are currently detained by ICE following President Trump's promise of mass deportations of undocumented immigrants. Meanwhile, more than 200 immigration judges, who adjudicate asylum and immigration cases, have been fired, forced out or retired, and are being replaced by what are advertised as "deportation judges." "Sunday Morning" senior contributor Ted Koppel talks with former immigration judges about the administration's current practices, which they say deny defendants their day in court, running counter to the law.
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