What research says about mass shootings and mental health
A 2019 American Psychological Association survey found that a third of American adults say fear of a mass shooting prevents them from going to some public places or events.
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Seven dead in Half Moon Bay, one of 3 California mass shootings in 3 days
The Half Moon Bay shooting came two days after a massacre in Monterey Park took at least 11 lives and was followed by one in Oakland that left one person dead and seven wounded.
Patron used suspect's gun to help stop Colorado Springs shooting, mayor says
John Suthers says the shooting that left at least five dead "could have been exponentially more tragic" without that intervention in the gay nightclub in his city.
"It's going to happen again": Some say Texas' mass shooting responses fall short
Those who've experienced mass violence say the state isn't doing enough to prevent future incidents, while law enforcement officials tell CBS News state law makes it easy for criminals to get guns.
WATCH: Searching for Answers
CBS 11 News spent weeks investigating solutions to mass shootings. Survivors, teachers, law enforcement, scientists and politicians have ideas, some you've never heard of.
Texas leads the nation in mass shootings
The Gun Violence Association defines mass shootings as four or more people shot or killed in one incident.
Cornyn "optimistic" there are "60 plus" votes for gun legislation
That would be enough to overcome any filibuster and send a bill to the floor. The Texas Republican is in a bipartisan group of senators negotiating a gun reform package.
Lawmakers continue back and forth on gun control legislation
e House Judiciary Committee plans to vote on new gun legislation that would raise the age to buy a semi-automatic rifle.
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Lawmakers across the country are meeting at capitol hill to find ways to prevent another mass shooting from happening
House panel takes up gun bill after deadly Uvalde shooting
The House Judiciary Committee will hold a hearing to advance legislation to raise the age limit for purchasing certain semi-automatic rifles.
FBI reports steady rise in "active shooter incidents"
Nationwide, 61 gunmen killed 103 people and wounded 140 others, in populated areas in 30 states.
'I'm Afraid We're Going To See A Surge Of Violence' Says Texas Criminologist Following Recent Mass Shootings
Dr. Alex del Carmen says the pandemic has created a perfect storm for increased violence, as more and more people return to the workplace with added stressors.
'Nobody Can Get Me Here,' NRA Exec Wayne LaPierre Sheltered On Borrowed Yacht After Mass Shootings
In a deposition, Wayne LaPierre told a judge he didn't think using his friend's yacht, 'Illusions,' violated the NRA's conflict-of-interest policy because the summer sailing trips were for security.
Mass Shooters, Including 3 In Texas, Exploited Gun Laws Before Carnage
A look at how suspects in recent mass shootings obtained guns, based on police accounts, court documents and contemporaneous reporting:
Supreme Court Rejects Appeal Against Federal Bump Stock Ban
Today the Supreme Court turned away an appeal from gun rights groups and left a federal ban against bump stocks in place.
Texas Mass Violence Prevention Panel Looking At Video Game Ties To Shootings
Mass shootings are the topic at a Senate Select Committee meeting going on in Texas.
Judge Recuses Self From El Paso Walmart Shooting Case
The judge presiding over the case of a man accused of killing 22 people at an El Paso Walmart has recused herself, saying she knew one of those killed.
Indictment Against Accused El Paso Shooter Patrick Crusius Made Public
Last week a Texas grand jury indicted him for Capital Murder, today officials released details of the filing against accused El Paso shooter Patrick Crusius.
Albertsons Joins Other Retails Stores Asking Customers Not To Open Carry
Albertsons has joined a list of retailers changing their policy in an attempt to limit gun violence following two mass shootings in the Texas.
After Mass Shootings In Texas, Governor Abbott Unveils Texas Safety Action Report & Suggestions For State Lawmakers
Governor Greg Abbott unveiled his Texas Safety Action Report Thursday, which included nearly a dozen suggestions for state lawmakers to act on to help prevent other deadly mass shootings like those in El Paso and Odessa.
CVS, Walgreens Join List Of Retailers Asking Customers To Leave Guns Outside Of Stores
Pharmacy chains CVS and Walgreens are now asking customers to not openly carry firearms inside their stores in states where it's legal, joining Walmart and Kroger who also made the public appeal.
Frequency Of Mass Shootings Has Some People Living With New Kind Of Fear
Mental health experts say the stress and anxiety are impacting parents and kids alike, and the situation demands a difference response.
Texas House Democrats Urge Governor Greg Abbott To Call Special Session After 2 Deadly Mass Shootings
Democrats said they can't wait for the next regularly scheduled legislative session in January 2021 to act.
Calling Status Quo 'Unacceptable', Walmart CEO Announces End To Selling Handgun Ammunition
Walmart says it will discontinue the sale of handgun ammunition and also publicly request that customers refrain from openly carrying firearms in stores even where state laws allow it.
9 New Gun Laws Now In Effect In Texas; Some In Response To Church And Mass Shootings
Among the new laws is one that allows licensed handgun holders to legally carry in places of worship.
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Southwest Airlines flight returns to airport after pilot becomes ill
The flight was headed from Las Vegas to Columbus, Ohio. A pilot from another carrier who happened to be on board helped the second Southwest pilot, who took the controls.
First Alert Weather: Severe storms could impact your Friday morning commute
Our First Alert Weather Team has issued a Weather Alert for late Thursday into Friday morning. For a lot of North Texas, this will impact your morning commute/morning plans on Friday.
Parents take part in procession through Carrollton in an effort to spread fentanyl awareness
Parents, some of whom lost children to fentanyl, took part in a procession through Carrollton in an effort to get the attention of area schools districts that they say aren't doing enough to stop it.
Mother who has lost loved ones to gun violence uses her experience to help others
Melinda Hamilton launched the non-profit Mothers of Murdered Angels, comforting those who have experienced the loss of children to gun violence, while also advocating to stop it.
Curry, Warriors get crucial 127-125 win over Doncic, Mavs
Stephen Curry scored 20 points and assisted on Draymond Green's tiebreaking three-point play late, and the Golden State Warriors beat the Dallas Mavericks 127-125 in a game with considerable playoff implications.
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Southwest Airlines flight returns to airport after pilot becomes ill
The flight was headed from Las Vegas to Columbus, Ohio. A pilot from another carrier who happened to be on board helped the second Southwest pilot, who took the controls.
First Alert Weather: Severe storms could impact your Friday morning commute
Our First Alert Weather Team has issued a Weather Alert for late Thursday into Friday morning. For a lot of North Texas, this will impact your morning commute/morning plans on Friday.
Parents take part in procession through Carrollton in an effort to spread fentanyl awareness
Parents, some of whom lost children to fentanyl, took part in a procession through Carrollton in an effort to get the attention of area schools districts that they say aren't doing enough to stop it.
Mother who has lost loved ones to gun violence uses her experience to help others
Melinda Hamilton launched the non-profit Mothers of Murdered Angels, comforting those who have experienced the loss of children to gun violence, while also advocating to stop it.
Curry, Warriors get crucial 127-125 win over Doncic, Mavs
Stephen Curry scored 20 points and assisted on Draymond Green's tiebreaking three-point play late, and the Golden State Warriors beat the Dallas Mavericks 127-125 in a game with considerable playoff implications.
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Texas bill would outlaw 'swoop and settle' insurance tactic after car crashes
"Unfortunately, not all carriers document settlements in writing and they utilize a practice known as 'swoop and settle' with an oral release," said State Representative Julie Johnson (D – Farmers Branch), who authored a bill that would outlaw oral automobile insurance releases.
Sleep apnea patients left frustrated & waiting as massive Philips CPAP recall drags on
"You are afraid to go to sleep because if you go to sleep without it, you might die. But if you go to sleep with it, it might kill you down the road," Janet Gray said.
Texas emergency rooms becoming front lines in the youth mental health crisis
Part of the solution: How an Oak Cliff school leads the way in use of research-based mental health tools for students.
I-Team: Handcuffed and restrained in hallways
According to a CBS Analysis, the I-Team has learned, in three school years (2018-19, 2019-20, 2020-21), school personnel, or police, restrained Texas children with disabilities at least 83,416 times.
Federal program that helps millions pay for internet access is plagued with fraud and complaints
A federal program that helps millions of low-income families connect to the internet has been plagued with fraud and complaints, according to government records.
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Ron DeSantis begins to highlight his differences from Trump
DeSantis noted in an interview that his own administration in Florida lacks "daily drama" and laughed off Trump's nickname for him, "Ron DeSanctimonious."
Texas Senate, House advance competing bills to cut taxes
Both the Texas House and Senate have proposed very different priority legislation designed to provide property owners some relief.
Putin: Russia will "respond accordingly" if Ukraine gets depleted uranium shells
Depleted uranium is around 60% as radioactive as natural uranium, and its heaviness lends itself for use in armor-piercing rounds.
Trump huddles with senior advisers at Mar-a-Lago as possible indictment looms
The Manhattan D.A. has been investigating whether Trump falsified business records in the alleged Stormy Daniels payout.
Investors are panicked over banks. Will the Fed make things worse?
Inflation's still high, but analysts warn that further rate hikes from the Fed could lead more more banks to topple.
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Dream swimming pools turn into nightmares for dozens of North Texans
Dozens of North Texans paid a pool contractor for projects it never completed. Now they're trying to figure out what happens next.
Tesla recalls 'Full Self-Driving' to fix flaws in behavior
Electric automaker Tesla is recalling nearly 363,000 vehicles.
Are Super Bowl ads still worth the money?
It's no secret that Super Bowl ads are the most expensive advertisements on the air. But are they still worth the money?
CPSC considering gas stove ban due to 'hidden hazards'
A federal agency is considering a ban on gas stoves, a source of indoor pollution linked to childhood asthma.
Plumbers in high demand across North Texas as travelers return to broken pipes
While the damage was mild compared to the major Texas freeze of 2021, the full scope may not be clear until after Jan. 1, one company owner pointed out, with many people still out of town for the holiday.
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Death toll climbs in outbreak linked to recalled eye drops
The CDC says three people have died, eight have lost their vision and four had an eyeball removed.
What are the worst cities to live in if you have allergies?
A new Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America report identified the worst cities to live in if you have allergies.
Affordable Care Act has reduced disparities in health care, report says
Since its passage in 2010, the Affordable Care Act, or ACA, has helped cut the U.S. uninsured rate nearly in half, a new report says.
California announces plan to produce $30 insulin
The product is not expected on store shelves until at least next year.
Priority bill in Texas House would extend Medicaid coverage for women after prengancies
A new bill, considered a top priority in the Texas House, would extend Medicaid coverage for women after their pregnancies.
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Survey: Business economists push back US recession forecasts
A majority of the nation's business economists expect a U.S. recession to begin later this year than they had previously forecast, after a series of reports have pointed to a surprisingly resilient economy despite steadily higher interest rates.
Record numbers of tourists brought billions in business to Fort Worth in 2022
At their annual meeting, Visit Fort Worth touted that the city saw a record number of tourists in 2022.
Are Super Bowl ads still worth the money?
It's no secret that Super Bowl ads are the most expensive advertisements on the air. But are they still worth the money?
The last surviving Blockbuster has an ad timed for the Super Bowl
When you're the last lone surviving store in any industry, you've earned the right to have fun and hype it up.
Biden, López Obrador, Trudeau meet in Mexico City for summit
President Joe Biden, Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau are set to meet for a series of talks on migration, trade and climate change.
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Curry, Warriors get crucial 127-125 win over Doncic, Mavs
Stephen Curry scored 20 points and assisted on Draymond Green's tiebreaking three-point play late, and the Golden State Warriors beat the Dallas Mavericks 127-125 in a game with considerable playoff implications.
Japan tops defending champ U.S. 3-2, wins World Baseball Classic
Two-way star Shohei Ohtani struck out fellow Los Angeles Angels star Mike Trout to end the game. Ohtani was voted the WBC's MVP and called it "the best moment in my life."
McKinney North football star Ronald Jones II signs 1-year contract with Dallas Cowboys
Super Bowl-winning running back Ronald Jones II has signed a one-year contract with the Dallas Cowboys.
NCAA Tournament schedule: dates, times, and channels for Sweet 16 and Elite 8
Here's the complete schedule, game times, livestream links and TV info for the Sweet 16 and Elite 8 this weekend.
Dallas named No. 1 city for sports business
Dallas has won a new title – the No. 1 Sports Business City in the country by the publication Sports Business Journal.
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Lance Reddick's wife, Stephanie Reddick, posts tribute to late actor
Stephanie Reddick also thanked her late husband's many fans, especially those who knew him from the "Destiny" video game series.
Lance Reddick, actor in "The Wire" and "John Wick" movies, dies at age 60
The actor's death was confirmed to CBS News by two of his representatives.
Nearly 68 million Americans plan to wager on March Madness
Gaming group estimates that people will bet a total of $15.5 billion this year on the annual college basketball showcase.
Bobby Caldwell, 'What You Won't Do For Love' singer and songwriter, dead at 71
Bobby Caldwell, the soulful singer and songwriter behind R&B hits like "What You Won't Do For Love" and "Open Your Eyes," has died, according to a statement from his wife.
Michelle Yeoh makes history with Oscar win
"For all the little girls and boys who look like me watching tonight, this is a beacon of hope and possibility," she said during her speech.
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Women's History Month: UPS' Jacqueline Johnson
"It looked overwhelming in the beginning, but if [you] made up your mind [and] you said, 'This is something that I wanna do,' it can definitely be accomplished," Johnson said.
Eye on Texas: Your statewide headlines for Thursday, March 23
Eye on Texas: Your statewide headlines for March 23
Grapevine police enforcing new street racing ordinance
The Grapevine Police Department is enforcing a new street racing ordinance.
'Armed & etremely dangerous' fugitive wanted in Johnson County
An "armed and etremely dangerous" fugitive is wanted in Johnson County.
Professionals suggest parents be honest with their kids about school shootings
Professionals suggest parents be honest with their kids following two back-to-back school shootings in North Texas.
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Hail, ominous storm clouds seen across North Texas
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International Women's Day: Celebrating the ones who raised, shaped & taught us
Want to share your appreciation for an important woman in your life? Send a photo of them through our website, along with their name and why you're celebrating them today!
Aftermath of severe storms across North Texas
Many North Texans are recovering after severe storms rolled through Thursday evening.
Cupid visits little sweethearts in NICU
Where there is love, there is life and Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth says it's overflowing with bundles of love. Happy Valentine's Day!
Winter weather in North Texas: Beautiful ice photos
Despite the chaos caused when freezing rain falls in North Texas, the silent and stunning beauty of ice is something to admire.
