Gov. Tim Walz says son Gus witnessed shooting at St. Paul rec center
Gov. Tim Walz during the vice presidential debate on Tuesday night revealed that his teenage son Gus had witnessed a shooting at a community center in St. Paul last year.
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Video of judge being shot to death shown at court hearing
Video played in court that showed the moment a Kentucky judge was fatally shot in his chambers by a former sheriff charged in his murder.
Gun tracking system delays thousands of cases
In the past three years, about half of all homicide cases went unsolved, according to FBI data. The National Tracing Center of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives traces the background of a gun recovered at a crime scene, but employees say the system is outdated. CBS Minnesota senior investigative reporter Jennifer Mayerle reports on the effects of the process.
Senate report details Secret Service failures in response to Trump rally shooting
The report cited a lack of a chain of command, poor coordination with state and local law enforcement, inadequate resources and equipment and failure to ensure Trump's safety.
No suspects yet in Birmingham shooting
A $100,000 reward is still on the table for anyone who offers information that leads to the suspects of a shooting in Birmingham, Alabama, where four were killed and more than a dozen were injured. The suspects apparently targeted at least one person in the area. CBS News' Cristian Benavides reports.
Officials seek help in manhunt for alleged shooters
Alabama officials are asking for the public's help in a manhunt for the shooters they say killed four people and injured 17 others in Birmingham. The reward is up to $100,000 for information leading to the suspects' arrests after they allegedly tried to pull off a murder-for-hire but hit many innocent bystanders.
New details in second Trump assassination attempt
Federal prosecutors signaled Monday that they're planning to hit Ryan Routh with a new charge of attempting to assassinate former President Donald Trump on a Florida golf course. Routh is being held without bail until trial after prosecutors released a letter in which he allegedly admitted to targeting Trump. Scott MacFarlane has more.
Trump assassination attempt suspect left note
The FBI revealed Monday that the suspect arrested in connection with the apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump left a handwritten letter months before the incident. In it he wrote, "This was an assassination attempt on Donald Trump." CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Birmingham deadly mass shooting update
Officials are still seeking suspects in the mass shooting at a popular Birmingham, Alabama, area where four died and at least 17 were injured. CBS News' Cristian Benavides has the latest.
4 dead, 17 wounded in Alabama shooting
At least four people were killed and 17 others wounded when several people opened fire in a popular nightlife area in Birmingham, Alabama. Police say they believe the shooting wasn't random, but that many people got caught in the crossfire. Cristian Benavides has the latest.
Sheriff who allegedly killed judge was accused of ignoring courthouse abuse
Kentucky Sheriff Shawn M. Stines has been charged with murder in the first degree in the fatal shooting of District Judge Kevin Mullins.
Bounty hunter couple key to finding body in Kentucky highway shooting
Fred and Shelia McCoy will receive a $25,000 reward for finding the suspected body of the Kentucky highway shooter, police said.
Judge killed in Kentucky courthouse shooting
A judge was killed in a courthouse shooting in Whitesburg, Kentucky, on Thursday. Charlie De Mar has the latest.
Authorities warned that gunman was planning to attack Yellowstone facility
Samson Lucas Bariah Fussner, 28, was fatally shot after he opened fire with a semiautomatic rifle at Yellowstone National Park.
Sheriff charged in killing of judge inside Kentucky courthouse
A sheriff is charged with first degree murder after a district judge was shot and killed inside the Letcher County Courthouse in Whitesburg, Kentucky, police said.
Kentucky I-75 shooting: Suspect believed dead
In a news conference Thursday night, Kentucky police said they believe a body found near the site of the Interstate 75 shooting on Sept. 7, 2024, is that of suspect Joseph Couch. Officials said articles on the body indicated it was likely Couch, but that crews were still processing the scene and wouldn't have final identification until later. CBS News' Carissa Lawson anchors a special report.
DNA confirms body found is Kentucky highway shooting suspect, officials say
Joseph Couch had been the subject of a manhunt in Kentucky since a shooting on an interstate highway earlier this month.
Trump security bolstered following Florida incident
In the wake of the second assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, the Secret Service said Trump is now receiving the highest level of protection offered by the agency, the same level as a sitting president. Nikole Killion has more from Long Island, New York, where Trump is holding a rally.
Florida to probe Trump shooting attempt
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Tuesday that the state will launch an investigation into the apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump as the FBI and the U.S. Secret Service also investigate the incident. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez reports.
With no sign of Kentucky shooting suspect, police strategy shifts
Kentucky officials are redirecting resources from their search for the suspect in a highway shooting to focus on protecting surrounding communities.
Examining response to Trump shooting attempt
Prosecutors on Monday charged the suspect in the second apparent attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump with two firearm offenses, which carry a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison. A.T. Smith, former Secret Service deputy director, joins CBS News to discuss law officials' handling of the situation.
Secret Service: Trump suspect didn't fire gun
The suspect in what appears to be an assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump made his first appearance in court Monday, one day after a Secret Service agent allegedly spotted him with a loaded rifle at Trump International Golf Course in West Palm Beach, Florida. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez and CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett have the latest.
No motive found yet in 2nd Trump shooting
Ryan Wesley Routh, the man who the FBI says targeted former President Donald Trump in an apparent assassination attempt on Sunday, is facing federal firearms charges after his arrest by Florida police. On Monday afternoon, the acting Secret Service director gave an update on the incident. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez has the details.
Rep. Jason Crow on 2nd Trump shooting attempt
The bipartisan congressional task force investigating July's assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump is seeking a Secret Service briefing following Sunday's events. Democratic Rep. Jason Crow of Colorado, ranking member of the task force, joins "America Decides" to discuss.
White House aims to bump Secret Service funds
The Biden administration is asking Congress to increase Secret Service funding following Sunday's apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. This request comes about two weeks before money for the federal government runs out. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the latest.
Biden surveys storm damage in Georgia and Florida as death toll passes 200
President Biden sought to strike a bipartisan tone as he toured the severe damage wrought by Hurricane Helene.
Top Justice Dept. official warns of "onslaught" of foreign election interference
In an interview with CBS News, the head of the Department of Justice's National Security Division said the U.S. is facing a multi-pronged offensive from Russia, Iran and China.
Dockworkers suspend strike after reaching tentative deal
The International Longshoremen's Association has reached a tentative deal to suspend their strike until Jan. 15 to negotiate a new contract
Dozens killed in new Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon and Gaza Strip
Lebanon's state-run news agency accuses Israel of using phosphorous bombs in Beirut as airstrikes kill dozens in Lebanon and Gaza.
Menendez murder case will be reviewed, Los Angeles DA says
More than 30 years after Erik and Lyle Menéndez were convicted of killing their parents, new evidence in the high-profile murder case is being reviewed by the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office as it considers a possible resentencing.
Hurricane Kirk strengthens in the Atlantic, expected to grow
Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Leslie formed in the eastern Atlantic Ocean and could strengthen into a hurricane by the weekend, forecasters said.
Tyre Nichols jury returns mixed verdict for 3 ex-Memphis officers
The jury returned the verdict the same day in the trial of three former Memphis officers charged with civil rights violations in the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols.
Couple killed by tree during Helene found hugging each other
Marcia and Jerry Savage are among the more than 180 people who died in one of the deadliest storms in U.S. history.
Melania Trump voices support for "essential right all women possess"
Former first lady Melania Trump posted a video on social media after a report claimed she voices support for abortion rights in her new memoir.
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Rep. Mike Lawler apologizes for wearing blackface as part of Michael Jackson costume
"The ugly practice of blackface was the furthest thing from my mind," the New York Republican said.
Top Justice Dept. official warns of "onslaught" of foreign election interference
In an interview with CBS News, the head of the Department of Justice's National Security Division said the U.S. is facing a multi-pronged offensive from Russia, Iran and China.
Dockworkers suspend strike after reaching tentative deal
The strike, the first by East and Gulf Coast dockworkers since 1977, had shut down 14 ports since Tuesday.
Tyre Nichols jury returns mixed verdict for 3 ex-Memphis officers
The jury returned the verdict the same day in the trial of three former Memphis officers charged with civil rights violations in the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols.
When shipping containers lost at sea burst open, what happens?
Over 20,000 shipping containers have fallen overboard since 2010, their contents polluting shorelines and habitats.
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Dockworkers suspend strike after reaching tentative deal
The strike, the first by East and Gulf Coast dockworkers since 1977, had shut down 14 ports since Tuesday.
When shipping containers lost at sea burst open, what happens?
Over 20,000 shipping containers have fallen overboard since 2010, their contents polluting shorelines and habitats.
Is toilet paper affected by the port strike? Here's what to know.
People on social media are posting photos of empty store shelves as concerns mount over the strike's impact on bathroom tissue supplies.
McDonald's set to debut its long-awaited chicken Big Mac
McDonald's is introducing a poultry version of its iconic burger at U.S. locations for a limited time starting next week.
Tesla recalls its Cybertruck for the fifth time in less than a year
Tesla is recalling more than 27,000 Cybertruck vehicles because of problems with their rearview camera.
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VP debate highlights from the Walz-Vance 2024 showdown
Sen. JD Vance and Gov. Tim Walz met in New York for the CBS News vice presidential debate. Here are the highlights.
Fact checking VP debate claims from Walz and Vance's 2024 showdown
CBS News is fact checking the biggest claims made by Tim Walz and JD Vance during the vice presidential debate.
CBS News VP debate poll shows voter reactions to Vance-Walz showdown
CBS News poll finds Walz and Vance improved their standing in what debate watchers said was a positive debate.
Watch JD Vance's closing statement from the 2024 VP debate
Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance said Americans "need a new direction" as he closed out the only VP debate before the November election.
Watch Tim Walz's closing statement from the 2024 VP debate
Gov. Tim Walz touted Vice President Kamala Harris' coalition of supporters, praising her for bringing "joy" to politics.
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Flu vaccine might be less effective this year, new CDC report suggests
Flu vaccine effectiveness in South America was 35% against hospitalization.
What to watch for in the upcoming ACA open enrollment period
This year's start date for Affordable Care Act enrollment in most states is Nov. 1, and consumers may encounter new scams as well as important rule changes.
FDA weighing approval of first new sunscreen ingredient in decades
The FDA has until early 2026 to decide on the submission for a sunscreen ingredient branded as PARSOL Shield.
Condom use is declining among younger generations. Here's why.
Fewer young people are having sex, but the teens and young adults who are sexually active aren't using condoms as regularly, if at all.
What to know about Marburg virus as Ebola-like outbreak spreads in Rwanda
Rwanda declared an outbreak of the highly contagious Marburg virus, a deadly hemorrhagic fever that has no authorized vaccine or treatment.
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Yazidi woman kidnapped by ISIS in Iraq escapes from Gaza a decade later
An Israeli official says a Yazidi woman kidnapped by ISIS in Iraq has escaped a decade later from Gaza.
WWII destroyer dubbed "Ghost Ship of the Pacific" found off California
The USS Stewart, once called the "Ghost Ship of the Pacific," served in both the U.S. and Japanese navies during World War II.
Princess Kate and William say young cancer patient "inspired us both"
Getting a hug from the Princess of Wales wasn't even on 16-year-old Liz Hatton's bucket list.
Remains of teen U.S. soldiers killed in WWII identified 80 years later
U.S. Army Sgt. Jack Zarifian and U.S. Army Private Rodger D. Andrews were both 19 when they died in combat in Europe.
Russia gains ground in Ukraine, adopting new tactics in war's 3rd year
Russia is relying on new tactics to gain ground in Ukraine, with the continuation of U.S. support uncertain as the war grinds on.
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Charlie Puth on new mockumentary
Pop sensation Charlie Puth debuts his mockumentary-style TV show, "The Charlie Puth Show," offering a comedic behind-the-scenes look at the life of a pop star. The show features cameos from stars like Will Ferrell, John Legend, and Courteney Cox, with one episode exploring Puth's possible move to country music.
Princess Kate and William say young cancer patient "inspired us both"
Getting a hug from the Princess of Wales wasn't even on 16-year-old Liz Hatton's bucket list.
Doctor pleads guilty in Matthew Perry case
Dr. Mark Chavez, one of the doctors charged in connection to actor Matthew Perry's death, pleaded guilty on Wednesday to illegally obtaining the powerful anesthetic ketamine that was administered to the "Friends" star.
"Mornings Memory:" The launch of "Big Brother"
On this "Mornings Memory," "Big Brother" premiered, changing the reality TV landscape forever. Eddie McGee and two runners-up share how the show impacted their lives.
Former U.K. leader says in book that Queen Elizabeth II had bone cancer
Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson says in his memoir that he "had known for a year or more" that Queen Elizabeth II had bone cancer.
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Gmail users get new summary cards to track purchases, events
Google brings new interactive summary cards to Gmail inboxes to help users track purchases, events.
Congress is trying to force carmakers to keep AM radio
AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act would require AM radios in electric vehicles, even though automakers claim electric motors interfere with the signal.
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.
Sony PlayStation Network outage throws gamers into hourslong disarray
Sony's PlayStation Network went down, frustrating gamers around the world who complain they weren't able to sign in to their accounts.
Verizon customers report widespread outages
Verizon customers reported their mobile phone service was down in cities across the U.S., giving them only SOS mode.
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Type of firefly could be first on federal endangered species list
The Bethany Beach firefly is the first lightning bug species to be considered for protections under the Endangered Species Act.
How climate change threatens plants, animals
In this episode of "Climate Watch: Protecting the Planet," CBS News senior environmental correspondent Ben Tracy speaks to scientists and experts about the growing number of critically endangered plants and animals and how humans can help.
Book excerpt: "Revenge of the Tipping Point" by Malcolm Gladwell
The author revisits his 2000 bestseller "The Tipping Point," to examine the flip side of that earlier book's lessons about studying social change. Among the topics he covers: Cheetah reproduction.
50 "exceptionally well-preserved" Viking skeletons unearthed in Denmark
The Viking burial ground, used during the 9th and 10th centuries, was discovered on the southern outskirts of the village of Åsum.
How the 2015 Paris Agreement came together
Nine years after it was negotiated, the Paris Climate Agreement continues to serve as a blueprint for global environmental goals. Todd Stern, the top U.S. negotiator for the deal, outlines the years-long process it took to reach the landmark agreement in his new book, "Landing the Paris Climate Agreement: How It Happened, Why It Matters and What Comes Next." Stern joins CBS News to look back at the talks.
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Tyre Nichols case: Jury returns split verdict
A federal jury convicted three former Memphis, Tennessee, police officers Thursday on some charges stemming from the fatal 2023 beating of Tyre Nichols during a traffic stop. Neema Rahmani, former federal prosecutor and president of West Coast Trial Lawyers, joins CBS News to unpack the verdicts.
Guides accused of leading rogue hunts that killed mountain lions
Three wildlife guides face federal charges for allegedly running an illegal hunting enterprise that left mountain lions dead in Idaho and Wyoming.
Jury deliberating in Tyre Nichols case
Tyre Nichols' family prayed before entering the trial of three Louisville Police Department officers who were charged for their actions on the night of Nichols' death. The jury is currently deliberating. CBS News' Elise Preston reports.
Missouri woman found dead 5 months after mysteriously vanishing
A missing woman's remains were discovered in Missouri over the weekend, more than five months after she disappeared.
Doctor faces depraved heart murder charge
Maryland Dr. James Ryan faced an unusual charge — depraved heart murder — following the fatal overdose of his beauty queen girlfriend Sarah Harris in 2022. CBS News national correspondent Nikki Battiste reports on the case for "48 Hours."
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Webb telescope detects carbon dioxide on surface of Pluto's largest moon
Researchers used observations from the Webb Telescope to identify carbon dioxide and hydrogen peroxide on the surface of Charon, Pluto's largest moon.
SpaceX Crew Dragon brings 2 fresh crew members to space station
A SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft caught up with the International Space Station and moved in for docking Sunday.
SpaceX launches two-man crew on flight to space station
Crew Dragon's two astronauts will join two Starliner fliers for a five-month tour of duty aboard the International Space Station.
SpaceX prepares to launch crewed mission
Later today, the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft is set to launch a crewed mission to the International Space Station. The craft is also set to bring back the two astronauts who have been waiting for a ride home since June.
Crew Dragon set for first Cape Canaveral launch to space station
A NASA astronaut and a Russian cosmonaut will join the Starliner astronauts for a normal tour of duty
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Notable Deaths in 2024
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The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Summer music heats up 2024
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case
A look at the evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case; plus, newly revealed letters from the man police say wanted to be like fictional serial killer Dexter Morgan.
Clues and evidence in the John McCabe case
A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along?
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Short-term dockworkers, port owners deal made
Dockworkers and port owners reached a tentative agreement Thursday after a strike shut down 14 ports along the East and Gulf coasts. They will negotiate a permanent contract on Jan. 15, 2025, a source said. New York Times global economics reporter Peter Goodman joins CBS News to discuss the deal.
Report: Mass deportations would cost billions
Former President Donald Trump has long shared plans for mass deportations if he returns to office, but how much would that cost? A new report from the American Immigration Council has some eye-popping figures. Adriel D. Orozco, senior policy counsel at the AIC, joins "America Decides" to dig through the findings.
Melania Trump backs abortion rights in video
The three justices former President Donald Trump appointed to the Supreme Court played a major role in overturning Roe v. Wade. Nevertheless, former first lady Melania Trump expressed her support for abortion rights in a video released Thursday. Dave Weigel, politics reporter for Semafor, and Sabrina Rodriguez, national politics reporter for The Washington Post, join "America Decides" with analysis.
Israeli airstrikes intensify across Lebanon
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said Iran will pay for its missile attack earlier this week on his nation. As the region braces for Israel's response, CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab is in Beirut following all the developments.
New Trump 2020 case filing: What we learned
Special counsel Jack Smith's recently unsealed filing reveals new details about former President Donald Trump's alleged criminal scheme to stay in power after losing the 2020 election. CBS News election law contributor David Becker joins "America Decides" to take a look at the case against Trump.