March for Our Lives protests held amid recent mass shootings
Speaker after speaker in Washington, D.C., called on senators to act or face being voted out of office.
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Speaker after speaker in Washington, D.C., called on senators to act or face being voted out of office.
Protesters in cities across the United States took to the streets to demand gun control legislation in the wake of several deadly mass shootings. Skyler Henry has more.
The U.S. House this week approved a wide-ranging gun control bill that has little chance of passing the Senate.
Thousands of people are expected to attend "March For Our Lives" rallies across the nation Saturday demanding stricter gun laws. Zoe Touray, a member of "March For Our Lives," and a mass school shooting survivor, joins CBS News' Elaine Quijano to discuss the protests.
Uvalde school police chief Pete Arredondo is speaking out more than two weeks after 19 students and 2 teachers were killed in a mass shooting. He said he was not aware of 911 calls from inside the classroom and didn't believe he was in charge of the scene. Omar Villafranca has the latest.
Pete Arredondo defended himself in his first extensive remarks since the massacre. The police response to the shooting has been heavily criticized.
A New York Times investigation into the Uvalde school massacre has exposed new details on law enforcement's response as injured victims waited for help inside the school. Congressman Tony Gonzales, a Republican who represents Uvalde, joined CBS News' Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers with his reaction to that and why he voted against House legislation to tighten gun laws.
The student-led group, “March For Our Lives,” has scheduled gun safety protests across the country this Saturday. One of the group's founders explains to “CBS Mornings” how Uvalde prompted a return to the nation's streets and why there is hope that change will come this time.
The March For Our Lives movement was founded in 2018 after the deadly school shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School.
The House passed new sweeping gun restrictions largely along partisan lines Wednesday, hours after the House Reform and Oversight Committee heard heart-wrenching testimony from an 11-year-old survivor of the Robb Elementary School shooting in Uvalde, Texas. Alex Gangitano, a staff writer at the Hill, joined CBS News for more on Congress' efforts to curb gun violence.
Former Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson, now a partner with the Paul, Weiss law firm, joined CBS News to discuss a controversial proposal to share graphic images of victims of AR-15 shootings in order to "awaken" the public and push lawmakers to enact gun law reforms.
The legislation passed mainly along party lines 223-204, with five Republicans joining all but two of the Democrats.
Miah Cerrillo, a 4th grader at Robb Elementary School, recalled smearing herself in a classmate's blood to appear as if she were dead.
A California man is facing federal charges for the attempted murder of Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh. Police say he was arrested near Kavanaugh's home armed with a gun and knife. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joined CBS News' Lana Zak to discuss the latest on the case.
Doctors, families of victims, and survivors of mass shootings testified before the House Oversight Committee during a hearing on gun violence. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports on the emotional testimony, and CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion joins "Red and Blue" to discuss the latest on possible gun legislation on Capitol Hill.
The Justice Department has announced a team to review the law enforcement response to the mass shooting at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas. Ralph Cilento, a retired NYPD lieutenant commander and adjunct professor at the John Jay College of Criminal Justice, joins CBS News' Lana Zak to discuss the missteps by the police.
A fourth grader at Robb Elementary School testified to lawmakers about what she did to survive as she watched a gunman kill her teacher and classmates. An Uvalde doctor described in graphic detail how bullets destroyed the bodies of the young victims. Nikole Killion reports.
Miah Cerillo, a fourth grader who survived the mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, testified before the House Oversight and Reform Committee today. CBS News anchors Tanya Rivero and Elaine Quijano also spoke with Robin Lloyd, the managing director at Giffords, an organization that aims to end gun violence.
Miah Cerrillo, a fourth grader who survived the shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, and Felix and Kimberly Rubio, whose daughter was killed in the shooting, delivered emotional testimony before a House committee hearing on gun violence on Wednesday. Watch their statements.
Miah Cerrillo, the 11-year-old girl who covered herself in a classmate's blood and played dead during the Uvalde, Texas school shooting will speak to lawmakers Wednesday morning at a hearing about gun violence. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports on what to expect from that hearing, as well as progress on bipartisan gun control talks and actor Matthew McConaughey's push for gun legislation.
Arnulfo Reyes said he was gathering his fourth-grade students under a table when he saw the gunman enter the classroom.
Actor Matthew McConaughey, who is from Uvalde, Texas, gave an impassioned speech at the White House about the 21 victims of the Robb Elementary School shooting and the need for gun reform. Nancy Cordes reports.
Former Texas Congressman Will Hurd, a Republican who represented the district where the Uvalde elementary school shooting happened, joins "Red and Blue" to discuss what needs to happen on gun control laws in Congress and his New York Times op-ed piece advocating for change.
The head of the Texas Department of Public Safety has said Pete Arredondo made the "wrong decision" to not order officers to breach the classroom more quickly to confront the gunman.
The Department of Homeland Security warns that online extremist forums are encouraging copycat attacks in the wake of the mass shooting at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas. Caitlin Huey-Burns spoke with CBS News Homeland Security and Justice reporter Nicole Sganga about the threat posed by potential copycats.
A top DHS official directed ICE attorneys to aggressively pursue administrative fraud cases against immigration lawyers accused of filing false asylum claims.
As Iran accuses the U.S. of a "grave violation" of the fragile ceasefire, Rubio says a deal is still possible despite the latest clash.
Sen. John Cornyn is facing off against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, who received President Trump's endorsement.
The White House said President Trump will get a medical and dental checkup and meet with service members and staff at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.
The Supreme Court turned away an appeal by the NFL stemming from coach Brian Flores' racial discrimination suit, allowing his case to proceed in federal court.
All Cabinet members, including outgoing Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, are expected to attend, a White House official told CBS News.
The three-judge district court panel ordered Alabama to use a congressional map with two majority-Black districts in the upcoming midterm elections.
A draft memorandum includes a 60-day ceasefire extension and the halt of fighting on all fronts, sources say.
North Korea launched multiple short-range ballistic missiles toward the sea, South Korea's military said, the latest in a series of weapons demonstrations by Pyongyang this year.
The suspect in an infamous North Carolina double murder was arrested after nearly two decades, some 3,000 miles from the scene of the killings, police said.
A top DHS official directed ICE attorneys to aggressively pursue administrative fraud cases against immigration lawyers accused of filing false asylum claims.
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The three-judge district court panel ordered Alabama to use a congressional map with two majority-Black districts in the upcoming midterm elections.
Oil prices were mixed after U.S. strikes on Iranian forces, underscoring the risks still hanging over markets and consumers.
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Oil prices were mixed after U.S. strikes on Iranian forces, underscoring the risks still hanging over markets and consumers.
Jonathan Andic, son of the Mango clothing empire's founder, has denied the accusation that he murdered his father.
South Korean Starbucks' boss apologized again as it faced a backlash over a marketing campaign widely seen as mocking victims of a bloody military crackdown in 1980.
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A top DHS official directed ICE attorneys to aggressively pursue administrative fraud cases against immigration lawyers accused of filing false asylum claims.
All Cabinet members, including outgoing Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, are expected to attend, a White House official told CBS News.
The three-judge district court panel ordered Alabama to use a congressional map with two majority-Black districts in the upcoming midterm elections.
The Supreme Court turned away an appeal by the NFL stemming from coach Brian Flores' racial discrimination suit, allowing his case to proceed in federal court.
Sen. John Cornyn is facing off against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, who received President Trump's endorsement.
Angry residents of a town at the epicenter of the Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo attacked and burned a tent that was part of a health center where people are being treated for the virus.
Officials have increased the number of countries in Africa at risk for Ebola from three to 10. A third entry point is open for Americans traveling from certain high-risk countries back into the U.S. Holly Williams reports.
The tank at GKN Aerospace is estimated to contain 7,000 gallons of methyl methacrylate, a volatile chemical used to produce plastics.
The three workers, who fell ill in March and died in May, were "among the first known victims of the outbreak," the Red Cross said.
Lucia Adarve had a long list of symptoms that no one could diagnose. Her mother Lisa was determined to find an answer.
The nephew of notorious Mexican drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman is sought by U.S. authorities, officials said.
All Cabinet members, including outgoing Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, are expected to attend, a White House official told CBS News.
Iran's judiciary described Gholamreza Khani Shakarab as "one of the operational ringleaders of Mossad abroad."
Jonathan Andic, son of the Mango clothing empire's founder, has denied the accusation that he murdered his father.
As Iran accuses the U.S. of a "grave violation" of the fragile ceasefire, Rubio says a deal is still possible despite the latest clash.
Grammy Award-winning artist Estelle released her sixth studio album, titled "Stay Alta," and joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings to reflect on her career and discuss what this record means for her.
Comedian Josh Johnson talks with "CBS Mornings" about finding humor in everyday life, how storytelling is at the center of his jokes and his first HBO special, "Symphony."
The American Music Awards honored the influence of K-pop during its 2026 celebration. Pop music journalist Brittany Spanos joins CBS News Mornings with more.
There were 12 new categories this year at the American Music Awards, which were held on Memorial Day. For the second time at the awards show, BTS took home the night's biggest prize.
Comedian Josh Johnson talks to CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers about his journey from becoming a writer to a correspondent and host on "The Daily Show," his new special, "Josh Johnson: Symphony" on HBO Max, how his family influenced his comedy and more.
CBS News' Chris Livesay gets an inside look at how the U.S. military is using artificial intelligence on the battlefield.
Pope Leo XIV warns of the dangers of artificial intelligence in his first encyclical. CBS News' Chris Livesay reports.
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.
In his "Magnifica Humanitas" encyclical, Pope Leo warns that as civilization grapples with the power of AI, the main challenge is remaining "profoundly human."
Amid concern about AI taking jobs, people see a range of motives by AI companies.
The new species, named Microeledone galapagensis, has a blue hue, which is believed to be the rarest color in nature.
The Pentagon has released another batch of never-before-seen files on reported UFO sightings. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is quickly approaching, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is releasing its forecast for what to expect.
The pictures represent the longest-distance ever seen between two pictures of the same humpback whale, researchers said.
Independent scientists say the technology, while impressive, lacks some components to be truly considered an artificial egg.
The nephew of notorious Mexican drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman is sought by U.S. authorities, officials said.
Jonathan Andic, son of the Mango clothing empire's founder, has denied the accusation that he murdered his father.
A Dominican judge has ruled that Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco is criminally responsible for the sexual and psychological abuse of a minor but will not serve a sentence.
21-year-old Nasire Best, the suspect linked to a shooting near the White House on Saturday, previously tried to gain access to the White House and may have had mental health issues, according to law enforcement sources and court documents. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports.
The thieves stole jewelry, high-end watches and souvenirs such as sports jerseys, among other belongings, police said.
China has launched the Shenzhou 23 spacecraft with three astronauts heading to its space station.
Perfecting SpaceX's mammoth rocket will be critical to NASA's plans for returning astronauts to the surface of the moon.
The new rocket features a host of upgrades intended to improve safety and performance of the world's most powerful rocket.
Elon Musk's SpaceX is moving ahead with plans to go public in what some expect will be the biggest IPO ever.
The International Space Station-bound SpaceX Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of needed equipment, research gear and crew supplies.
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The U.S. and Iran traded fire overnight in the Middle East despite the Trump administration's insistence that a peace deal is close. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata and Nikole Killion have the latest.
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A panel of three federal judges blocked Alabama Republicans' attempt to use a 2023 congressional map previously ruled unconstitutional, citing "race-based discrimination." CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
CBS News' Chris Livesay gets an inside look at how the U.S. military is using artificial intelligence on the battlefield.
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