Deadliest mass shootings in U.S. history
A look at the worst in a long line of tragic mass shootings that have scarred America
Las Vegas Shooting
Stephen Paddock autopsy
Results from the autopsy of Las Vegas gunman Stephen Paddock do not indicate any signs of poor health or drug abuse. The autopsy, released Friday, reveals that Paddock was considered overweight. It also shows there were traces of anti-anxiety medication in his urine, but there were no signs he was under the influence of them.
Vegas gunman's brother: Seems there were "no physical excuses" for what he did
Report showed gunman Stephen Paddock had anti-anxiety drugs in his system but was not under the influence of them
Widow asks court to block media use of autopsies in Vegas shooting
Attorneys for the media argue that once personal identifiers are redacted, claims to privacy no longer apply
Man who sold ammo to Las Vegas shooter is charged
Douglas Haig's fingerprints were found on bullets inside the Las Vegas hotel room where the attack was launched on Oct. 1
Man who sold ammo to Las Vegas gunman speaks out
Douglas Haig was named as a person of interest in the Las Vegas massacre but strongly denies he conspired with gunman Stephen Paddock
Judges order Las Vegas shooting records unsealed
Search warrant and autopsy records related to the deadliest mass shooting in modern U.S. history to be released
Woman shot in head in Vegas massacre makes miraculous recovery
Jovanna Calzadillas will leave Barrow Neurological Institute Thursday and go home with her husband and two children
Gun industry converges near Las Vegas shooting massacre site
Gun control advocates pointed to the irony of the location and planned a protest to renew calls for tighter gun sale regulations
Report shows Vegas gunman's online searches for crowded venues
The preliminary report released Friday by Las Vegas police does not detail Stephen Paddock's motive
How hotels are revising room security in wake of Las Vegas massacre
New policies mean "Do not disturb" signs won't prevent hotel staff from checking up on room occupants
Newly released records show FBI was aware of Las Vegas shooter's guns
Stephen Paddock's girlfriend told investigators they would probably find her fingerprints on bullets because she helped him load ammunition magazines
Hotel owner says staff had numerous interactions with Las Vegas gunman
MGM Resorts International says interactions between Stephen Paddock and hotel employees were "normal in nature"
Las Vegas to ring in 2018 under tight security
Officials are trying to reassure locals and visitors they will be safe celebrating on the Las Vegas Strip
Security will be heightened in Las Vegas on New Year's Eve
An unprecedented number of police officers and National Guard members will be on duty as crowds gather to ring in 2018
Coroner says Las Vegas gunman killed himself
The findings also reveal that none of the victims killed at an outdoor concert Oct. 1 died of injuries received trying to escape the festival grounds
Plan released to divide donations among Las Vegas shooting victims
The plan calls for most of the money to go to relatives of the 58 people killed or victims whose injuries left them with permanent brain damage or paralysis
Paralyzed in Vegas shooting, man learns how to live life again
Michael Caster was one of the hundreds of people hurt when a gunman opened fire on a country music festival in Las Vegas earlier this year
Fund for Las Vegas shooting victims to stop taking donations
Survivors, first responders, people who worked the event and family members of the victims are eligible to submit a claim for a donation from the fund
Man who survived Las Vegas shooting killed in hit-and-run
Roy McClellan, 52, was killed while hitchhiking just outside of Las Vegas
Sheriff reveals more details about shots fired by Vegas gunman
Sheriff Joe Lombardo says his department's forensics lab is working with the FBI to process all ballistics evidence
New negligence cases filed on behalf of 450+ Las Vegas shooting victims
Two lawyers filed cases in Los Angeles against companies including MGM Resorts International and Route 91 Harvest Festival concert venue
Lawsuits filed against Mandalay Bay, concertholders, bump stock sellers
The 14 civil complaints, filed together in state court in Las Vegas, follow at least three others filed since the shooting
Inside the ER the night of the Las Vegas shooting
The doctor in charge of the emergency room at Sunrise Hospital, which received more than 200 penetrating gunshot wound victims, details the horrors he and his colleagues faced that night
Sheriff reveals possible "determining factor" in Vegas shooter's motive
Stephen Paddock had been depressed after losing a significant amount of money in the past two years
Crime
Judge in Idaho murders case makes ruling on death penalty
Bryan Kohberger is charged in the stabbing deaths of Ethan Chapin, Xana Kernodle, Madison Mogen and Kaylee Goncalves at a rental home on Nov. 13, 2022.
Mother and son murdered while searching for missing relatives
Maria del Carmen Morales was a member of a collective whose discovery of bones and clothing at a suspected cartel training camp shocked Mexico.
Day 3 of testimony in Karen Read murder trial
Testimony resumed Thursday in the retrial of Karen Read, the woman accused of killing her boyfriend, John O'Keefe. CBS News Boston's Kristina Rex reports.
DOJ cutting grants for crime victims groups
Groups that support crime victims say the Trump administration is stripping their federal grant funding. CBS News Department of Justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the details.
Injunction granted to San Francisco and other cities challenging Trump sanctuary city crackdown
A federal judge in California issued a preliminary injunction Thursday blocking the Trump administration from pulling funds from so-called "sanctuary cities" in response to a lawsuit brought by San Francisco and other local governments across the U.S.
Highland Park shooter sentenced to life
Robert Crimo III, the man convicted of several counts of murder for his role in the 2022 Highland Park 4th of July parade shooting, has been sentenced to life in prison without parole. CBS News Chicago has the latest.
FBI on "staggering" internet crimes
The FBI revealed that scammers stole more than $16 billion in 2024 through internet crimes like data breaches and identity theft. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has more.
Soccer player's wife, 5-year-old child kidnapped as he hid under bed
The incident occurred amid a state of emergency declared 10 days ago by the government in nine areas of the country.
Highland Park parade shooter sentenced to life in prison without parole
Judge Victoria Rossetti gave Robert Crimo III seven consecutive life sentences for the murder convictions, plus 50 years for each of the 48 attempted murder charges.
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Trump admin fast-tracks fossil fuel projects, angering environmentalists
Shortening permitting procedures for mining and oil drilling could adversely affect the environment, communities and endangered species, experts say.
Avelo Airlines has an expansion plan — deport migrants for ICE
Avelo Airlines says it's counting on a new federal contract for deportation flights to help the discount carrier grow its regular passenger service.
More than 2,000 Confederate symbols standing across the U.S., report says
Out of those symbols, 685 are Confederate monuments, the Southern Poverty Law Center said in its report.
Nonprofit hospitals chase down patients eligible for free care
For poorest patients at hundreds of nonprofit hospitals, financial pain follows medical care
Left temporarily homeless by Helene, many struggle to pay their mortgages
About a month after hurricanes Helene and Milton hit the Southeast, nearly 60,000 homeowners fell behind on their mortgages.
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Trump admin fast-tracks fossil fuel projects, angering environmentalists
Shortening permitting procedures for mining and oil drilling could adversely affect the environment, communities and endangered species, experts say.
Avelo Airlines has an expansion plan — deport migrants for ICE
Avelo Airlines says it's counting on a new federal contract for deportation flights to help the discount carrier grow its regular passenger service.
Nonprofit hospitals chase down patients eligible for free care
For poorest patients at hundreds of nonprofit hospitals, financial pain follows medical care
Left temporarily homeless by Helene, many struggle to pay their mortgages
About a month after hurricanes Helene and Milton hit the Southeast, nearly 60,000 homeowners fell behind on their mortgages.
Why many potential buyers have been scared away from Florida's condo market
Owners of older South Florida condominiums have seen a surge in special assessment fees for safety upgrades in response to a state law passed following the 2021 Surfside partial building collapse.
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Biden expected to attend Pope Francis' funeral, sources say
Pope Francis began his papacy in 2013 during the Obama administration, but former President Barack Obama is not planning to attend, according to a spokesman.
Trump pardons Nevada politician convicted of fraud
President Trump has issued a full pardon for loyalist Michele Fiore, who paid for her plastic surgery with funds that were meant for a statue honoring a slain police officer.
Russia's top diplomat says some Ukraine deal elements need to be "fine tuned"
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov told "Face the Nation" that the Kremlin is "ready to reach a deal," but some elements need to be "fine tuned."
DNC leaders challenge Hogg's efforts to unseat incumbents with public warning
"If you want to challenge incumbents, you're more than free to do that, but just not as an officer of the DNC," DNC Chair Ken Martin said.
Mahmoud Khalil was arrested without a warrant, Trump administration confirms
Columbia University activist Mahmoud Khalil's attorneys are asking an immigration judge to terminate his deportation case.
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Nonprofit hospitals chase down patients eligible for free care
For poorest patients at hundreds of nonprofit hospitals, financial pain follows medical care
House Republicans face dilemma over Medicaid cuts
The GOP is unlikely to reach its lofty goal in spending cuts without paring back Medicaid, the safety net that helps more than 70 million people.
California offering $25 gift cards to encourage bird flu testing
California officials said bird flu testing has not stopped, despite social media rumors.
FDA head falsely claims no scientists laid off, as agency shutters food safety labs
"That just made me so mad," one laid-off FDA scientist said.
Almost half of U.S. exposed to unhealthy levels of air pollution: Report
A new report on air quality across the U.S. offers a cloudy prognosis on the long-term health of about 156 million residents who live in areas that received an "F" in smog and soot pollution.
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Ukraine says Russia kills 3 in drone attack after Trump rebukes Putin
A Russian drone struck an apartment building in a city in southeastern Ukraine, one day after President Trump rebuked Russia's leader.
Mother and son murdered while searching for missing relatives
Maria del Carmen Morales was a member of a collective whose discovery of bones and clothing at a suspected cartel training camp shocked Mexico.
Huge crowds flock to Vatican on last day of Pope Francis lying in state
The Vatican said Friday more than 128,000 mourners have filed past the body of Pope Francis, who is lying in state in St. Peter's Basilica.
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Biden expected to attend Pope Francis' funeral, sources say
Pope Francis began his papacy in 2013 during the Obama administration, but former President Barack Obama is not planning to attend, according to a spokesman.
Town "most likely" trashed Warhol silkscreen, 45 other artworks by mistake
The artworks, including a rare 1980s Warhol silkscreen print of the country's former monarch Princess Beatrix, disappeared during work on the town hall.
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Smokey Robinson reflects on music career, new album and his legacy
Music legend Smokey Robinson spoke to "CBS Mornings" about his decades-long career, his Legacy Tour and why he's creating new music.
Jelly Roll hopeful correcting past mistakes will urge governor to pardon him
Country music star Jelly Roll says he wants to share his message of hope and redemption with others, but says his criminal record is complicating his ability to travel internationally and perform.
See the 2025 American Music Awards nominations
The 2025 AMA nominations were released on Wednesday, with Kendrick Lamar leading with 10. The awards show will air on May 26.
Tina Knowles talks styling Destiny's Child
Tina Knowles, the mother of Beyoncé and Solange, is opening up about her life in her book, "Matriarch." She styled Destiny's Child when the group started out and spoke about how the record label complained about the group's look.
Tina Knowles opens up about motherhood, divorce and Destiny's Child
Tina Knowles, mother of superstars Beyoncé and Solange, spoke with "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King about her new memoir, "Matriarch."
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Technology
Trump official on DOJ's face-off with Google
In Washington, D.C., a courtroom face-off continues between Google and the Department of Justice. The fate of Google Search lies in the hands of a federal judge who will decide the best solution to Google's monopoly in internet search. Tech journalist Yasmin Khorram interviewed Omeed Assefi, DOJ antitrust division deputy assistant attorney general, about the case.
Poll — AI elicits concern, uncertainty, even as many see potential benefits
AI seen as better than humans at online search and data analysis, but not at driving a car or customer service
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.
Prince Harry says "keep your kids away from social media"
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and Meghan, say "enough is not being done" about the harm social media can do to children.
AI job scams on the rise
Have you ever wondered if your coworker is a bot? Now, you may have to. Companies say they are working to stop fake job-seekers as new employment scams target both sides of the market. CBS News Confirmed executive producer Melissa Mahtani breaks it down.
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NASA releases stunning space photos to mark Hubble anniversary
The Hubble Space Telescope "opened a new window to the universe" when it launched into space. Now, 35 years later, NASA is releasing some stunning images to celebrate.
Coral reef bleaching hits 84% worldwide, worst on record, surveys show
Harmful bleaching of the world's coral has grown to include 84% of the ocean's reefs in the most intense event of its kind in recorded history, scientists say.
Cicada maps show where the insects will emerge in the U.S. this spring
A large brood of periodical cicadas is due to emerge in the spring of 2025. These maps show where people should expect to see, and hear, the bugs this year.
Reporter's Notebook: Earth Day perspective
If Earth's entire 4.5 billion-year history was squeezed into a single, 24-hour day, when would modern humans arrive? "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson ponders the meaning of Earth Day.
NASA images show peanut-shaped asteroid during high-speed flyby
This asteroid is bigger than scientists anticipated, about 5 miles long and 2 miles wide at its widest point — resembling a deformed peanut.
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Judge in Idaho murders case makes ruling on death penalty
Bryan Kohberger is charged in the stabbing deaths of Ethan Chapin, Xana Kernodle, Madison Mogen and Kaylee Goncalves at a rental home on Nov. 13, 2022.
Mother and son murdered while searching for missing relatives
Maria del Carmen Morales was a member of a collective whose discovery of bones and clothing at a suspected cartel training camp shocked Mexico.
Day 3 of testimony in Karen Read murder trial
Testimony resumed Thursday in the retrial of Karen Read, the woman accused of killing her boyfriend, John O'Keefe. CBS News Boston's Kristina Rex reports.
DOJ cutting grants for crime victims groups
Groups that support crime victims say the Trump administration is stripping their federal grant funding. CBS News Department of Justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the details.
Injunction granted to San Francisco and other cities challenging Trump sanctuary city crackdown
A federal judge in California issued a preliminary injunction Thursday blocking the Trump administration from pulling funds from so-called "sanctuary cities" in response to a lawsuit brought by San Francisco and other local governments across the U.S.
Space
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NASA releases stunning space photos to mark Hubble anniversary
The Hubble Space Telescope "opened a new window to the universe" when it launched into space. Now, 35 years later, NASA is releasing some stunning images to celebrate.
NASA images show peanut-shaped asteroid during high-speed flyby
This asteroid is bigger than scientists anticipated, about 5 miles long and 2 miles wide at its widest point — resembling a deformed peanut.
When and where to see the Lyrid meteor shower's peak
During the peak of the Lyrid meteor shower, 10 to 20 meteors could be seen per hour, NASA says.
NASA's most senior astronaut returns to Earth with 2 cosmonauts
Don Pettit, NASA's oldest active astronaut, marked his 70th birthday by landing on the steppe of Kazakhstan after 220 days in space.
NASA spacecraft to zoom past asteroid this weekend at 30,000 mph
The flyby is a dress rehearsal for 2027 when Lucy reaches its first so-called Trojan asteroid near Jupiter.
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"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
"Hands Off!": Americans across country protest Trump, Musk
Hundreds of thousands took to the streets, in Washington, D.C. and other cities across the United States, in opposition to the policies of Donald Trump, in the largest protests since he returned to the presidency.
Husband pieces together wife's last movements to find out how she was killed
A look into a grieving husband Jan Cilliers' investigative work after his wife Christy Giles and her friend Hilda Marcela Cabrales died after a night out.
The Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
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Lavrov on negotiations over Ukraine
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov Spoke with Face the Nation Moderator Margaret Brennan about the war with Ukraine and the relationship between the U.S. and Russia.
Sen. Dick Durbin: "The torch must be passed"
Democratic Sen. Dick Durbin of Illinois addressed reporters on Thursday, one day after he announced plans to retire at the end of next year. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
Bison herd stops traffic in Yellowstone
On a recent trip to Yellowstone National Park, tourist Cindy Shaffer captured the unique moment when a herd of bison stopped traffic for nearly 20 minutes.
Rome pastor on Pope Francis' legacy
Thousands continue to pay tribute to Pope Francis as he lies in state in St. Peter's Basilica. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson spoke to Father Matthew Berrios, who leads St. Patrick's Catholic American Parish, about the legacy Francis leaves behind.
Couple paying mortgage on unlivable home
When a natural disaster strikes, it can create a financial storm for homeowners who have lost everything. Dave Malkoff reports that many are often left temporarily homeless and still obligated to pay their monthly mortgage.