At least 20 killed in El Paso shooting
A deadly mass shooting near a Texas mall left at least 20 people killed and 40 injured Saturday. It is the second shooting rampage in the U.S. in less than a week. Janet Shamlian reports.
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When will mass shootings end?
At least 19 people were killed in Saturday's mass shooting in El Paso, Texas. The suspected gunman is in custody. With these tragedies becoming more apparent? And when will it end?
El Paso shooter's motive under investigation
Investigators are now trying to determine a motive for Saturday's shooting near an El Paso mall. Chief Justice and Homeland Security Correspondent Jeff Pegues reports.
Nine people killed in Dayton, Ohio, shooting
Nine people have been killed in a shooting at an entertainment district in Dayton, Ohio. Police said they killed the gunman. The shooting comes just hours after a 21-year-old man allegedly opened fire at a Walmart in El Paso, Texas. Major Garrett anchors a CBS News Special Report from Washington.
Dayton and El Paso shooting investigations
Federal and local authorities are working together to investigate the shootings in Dayton, Ohio and El Paso, Texas. The Dayton shooting suspect was killed by police, while the El Paso suspect was apprehended alive. Paul Viollis, CBS News law enforcement and security analyst and host of "Security Matters" on CBS News Radio, joined CBSN to discuss.
Mass shootings spark trending topics online
Social media is increasingly playing a role in mass shootings around the world and in their aftermath. Many recent attacks have been tied to conversations that are playing out in the dark corners of the internet. CNET senior producer Dan Patterson joins CBSN to discuss the latest online trends.
911 call & video released from deadly Ohio shooting
Chief Richard Biehl of the Dayton Ohio Police Department said officers advanced at the suspect within 20 seconds of his firing the first shots and "the threat was neutralized within 30 seconds of suspect firing first shots." Biehl played a 911 call, video from the scene and released the victims' names and ages.
Dayton shooting leaves at least 9 dead
Early this morning, at least nine people were killed and 27 injured in Dayton, Ohio before police officers shot the gunman to death. Dean Reynolds reports.
El Paso shooting investigated as hate crime
The El Paso attack is being investigated as a hate crime and domestic terrorism. The suspect is believed to have driven 10 hours from his home. David Begnaud reports.
Emotional El Paso survivor shares her story
At least three of the survivors injured in Saturday's El Paso shooting remain in critical condition. Eleven wounded people were taken to Del Sol Medical Center. Janet Shamlian reports.
Louisville mayor changing policies after fatal police shooting
Taylor was killed when officers from the Louisville Metro Police Department conducted a "no-knock" search warrant for illegal drugs at her home in March. None were found.
Trump reacts to deadly mass shootings
Donald Trump has been following developments in El Paso and Dayton. In a tweet, he called the two attacks "an unspeakable act of evil." Nikole Killian reports.
U.S. mourns El Paso and Dayton victims
All over America today, people prayed for the neighbors we lost in El Paso and in Dayton. And for the families we left behind.
FBI issues warning on domestic terrorism
Once again the country is struggling to understand the acts of mass gun violence, after deadly attacks in El Paso, Texas, and Dayton, Ohio. Twenty-nine people were killed in the shooting rampages just 13 hours apart. The FBI issued a warning overnight, saying "Violent extremists could become inspired by these and previous high-profile attacks to engage in similar acts of violence."
Stories of El Paso shooting victims
We’re learning more about the victims of the shooting rampage in El Paso Saturday in which 20 people died. They include a high school student, an Army veteran, and a mom who died protecting her baby. Janet Shamlian reports from El Paso with some of their stories.
Dayton survivor describes shooting
A shooting in Dayton, Ohio, early Sunday morning, about 13 hours after the El Paso attack, killed nine people and injured 27. A survivor who had just turned 21 and was at a bar for the first time said a shot missed him by three feet. He spoke with Mola Lenghi.
Trump to speak on mass shootings
President Donald Trump is expected to address this weekend's mass shootings in a statement at the White House this morning. Several Democratic presidential candidates have condemned the president's rhetoric, which they say has incited violence. Chip Reid reports.
Inside the FBI's effort to profile mass shooters
Many recent mass shootings have a troubling common element: the accused killers have left a blueprint for their alleged actions on social media. Jeff Pegues went inside the FBI's efforts to prevent future attacks.
Are mass shootings a contagion?
The mass shootings in Texas and Ohio add to the country’s troubling statistics on gun violence. There have been at least 255 mass shootings this year that killed 273 people and injured more than a thousand others. NYPD deputy commissioner John Miller testified before Congress in 2016 about law enforcement support for new gun laws. He joined "CBS This Morning" to talk about law enforcement's assessments of the recent massacres.
Dad's murals honor son who died in Parkland shooting
A father who is no stranger to gun violence is providing comfort to the people of El Paso following the mass shooting there. Manuel Oliver travels the world painting murals in honor of his son, Joaquin, who died in last year's shooting in Parkland, Florida. Oliver happened to be in El Paso over the weekend. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Social media's role in mass shootings
The two deadly mass shootings over the weekend have raised questions about the role of social media sites in recent attacks. Critics of platforms like 8chan said the sites are a breeding ground for violence and serve as a recruiting platform for extremists. Amy Spitalnick, executive director for Integrity First for America, joined CBSN to discuss.
El Paso survivor recounts massacre at Walmart
Twenty-six-year-old Army Spc. Alden Hall was at the Walmart in El Paso, Texas, where a gunman carried out a deadly mass shooting over the weekend. He said he saw the gunman lift his weapon and smirk. "CBS This Morning" lead national correspondent David Begnaud interviewed Hall and joined CBSN to discuss.
FBI issues warning on domestic terrorism
The mass shootings in Texas and Ohio are part of a pattern of gun violence in America. A report by the U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center (NTAC) takes a closer look at these mass shootings. NTAC Chief Lina Alathari joins CBSN to discuss some of the gunmen's motives and behaviors behind these attacks.
El Paso community shaken
El Paso, Texas, is in mourning after the worst attack on Latinos in modern American history. In the words of the sheriff, the shooter went to "kill Hispanics." David Begnaud spoke with members of the community.
People seen scrambling in Dayton shooting
Police have yet to determine a motive for a shooting in Dayton, Ohio, that left nine dead. Newly released video shows people panicked and screaming as they took cover. Dean Reynolds reports.
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Trump touts "fantastic trade deals" after meeting with China's Xi
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Supreme Court upholds mail access to abortion pill mifepristone for now
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Trump touts "fantastic trade deals" in final meetings with China's Xi
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