Parkland commission's vote to arm teachers draws backlash
Critics say guns in classrooms will make schools less safe and that teachers should not also have to be armed guards
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911 calls in Parkland shooting shed new light on emergency communications
Students and teachers grabbed their cellphones and called 911 for help on February 14 during the high school shooting
In plea to vote, Parkland dad posts picture of daughter's grave
"Do not let this become your reality," Fred Guttenberg tweeted
Billboard in Boston featuring Parkland victim takes on gun laws in Florida
"If I had attended high school in Massachusetts instead of Parkland Florida, I would likely be alive today," the billboard reads
David Hogg, Parkland shooting survivor, to speak at Harvard
Jessica Browning and Bria Smith will join Hogg on Monday to discuss how to engage young voters at event called "Harvard Votes Challenge Presents: Activating the Youth Vote"
Brett Kavanaugh avoids shaking hands with Parkland victim's father
Supreme Court nominee avoided a handshake from a father who lost his child in the Parkland shooting masscre
Florida school shooting victim's mom wins school board seat
Lori Alhadeff defeated two other candidates for Broward County school board seat representing Parkland area
Superintendent faces criticism as Parkland students return to school
Robert Runcie is facing intense criticism from parents whose children were killed at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in the Feb. 14 school shooting
Students who survived deadly shooting battle nerves on first day of school
"In the back of my mind there's still a thought of a shooter coming into campus," high school senior told CBS News
Parkland students return to school, but some still don't feel safe
Florida school has significant security upgrades for the new school year since a gunman killed 17 people in February's shooting
Florida authorities release interrogation video of Parkland shooter
Much of the interrogation focused on a demonic voice Cruz claims he has heard inside his head for years that urges him to commit violent acts
Florida school shooter Nikolas Cruz describes "evil" voice in his head
Cruz described a voice in his head -- "the evil side" -- as a male, about his age and said the only person he ever told about it was his brother
Father of 2 Parkland shooting survivors killed after store robbery
Broward County authorities say gunman robbed Ayub Ali in his convenience store, then came back and fatally shot him
ESPYs honor Parkland coaches who died in school shooting
ESPYs "Best Coach" award posthumously honored three coaches from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, who died protecting students from a gunman in February
Judge weighs release of Parkland shooter's statement to cops
Attorneys for The Associated Press and other media outlets asked a Florida judge to disclose what 19-year-old Nikolas Cruz told police
Parkland drama students make another surprise stage appearance
Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School students appeared during Tony Awards to sing "Seasons of Love" from "Rent"
Marjory Stoneman Douglas drama club performs at Tony Awards
High school students did "Rent" rendition moments after teacher Melody Herzfeld received an award Sunday night in New York City
"I knew who the kid was": Man reveals new details about Fla. shooting
Police interview with security monitor at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School provides new details about shooting
DeVos: School safety panel won't examine role of guns
"That is not part of the commission's charge per se," DeVos told a Senate subcommittee overseeing education spending
Maligned officer reveals why he didn’t enter school to confront shooter
Scot Peterson says that "those were my kids in there" and he "would have never let my kids get slaughtered"
Jimmy Fallon surprises Parkland students at graduation
Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School honored Nicholas Dworet, Joaquin Oliver, Meadow Pollack and Carmen Schentrup
Fla. school shooter detailed plans in chilling videos
The three videos released by prosecutors were found on the cellphone of Nikolas Cruz after the Feb. 14 shooting
Distribution company announces removal of "Active Shooter" video game
A new video game was to let players choose between being an active shooter or part of a SWAT team responding
Why mass school shootings mostly happen in small-town America
Of the 10 deadliest school shootings in the U.S., all but one took place in a town with fewer than 75,000 residents
"DO SOMETHING": Parkland students express outrage after new shooting
"This is not the price of our freedom," March for Our Lives said in a statement, urging Americans not to sweep the latest shooting under the rug
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FBI releases New Orleans attacker video
The FBI has released new video in the probe of the New Orleans Bourbon Street attack that occurred on New Year's Day. CBS News' Omar Villafranca reports.
Heavy security in D.C. on Jan. 6
Security is tight in Washington, D.C., four years after the Capitol attack during the 2020 election certification process. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports on the measures taken to keep the nation's capital safe.
Some Jan. 6 rioters had prior records
At least 159 of the Jan. 6, 2021, convicts who have been sentenced have prior criminal records, according to a CBS News investigation. Steve Reilly breaks down the data.
New Orleans officials knew risk years before Bourbon Street attack
A confidential report warned that bollards needed to be fixed. New Orleans didn't start to replace them for five years.
Woman arrested after poisoned Christmas cake kills 3 family members
Three women died and three other relatives fell ill after eating the cake during a family get-together on December 23, officials said.
Apparent video from New Orleans attacker
The FBI is probing apparent Meta glasses video that the suspect in the New Orleans attack recorded while scoping out the city. CBS News' Omar Villafranca has the latest on the federal investigation.
13 prisoners escape after drunk detective opens cells, police say
All but two of the 15 suspects in the jail at the time escaped when the cells were opened on the morning, police said.
Gunmen open fire on bar customers, killing 7 and wounding 5
Gunmen burst into the bar La Casita Azul and opened fire at customers, leaving bloodied bodies strewn on the floor according to local media.
Investigators say jealousy was a motive in murder of Texas teen
Matthew Edgar, who claimed to have no memory of how his ex-girlfriend was killed, was convicted of Livye Lewis' murder while on the run from authorities in Texas.
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McDonald's says it is rolling back some of its diversity practices
McDonald's joins other major corporations in unwinding its diversity, equity and inclusion efforts.
U.S. transfers 11 Yemeni detainees from Guantanamo, leaving just 15 in custody
The U.S. has transferred from Guantanamo Bay's detention facility to Oman 11 Yemeni detainees who were never charged with crimes.
First U.S. bird flu death reported in Louisiana after severe case of H5N1
The Louisiana patient was hospitalized with a severe case of bird flu in the first death in the U.S. caused by the H5N1 virus.
Trump will appear by video at New York "hush money" sentencing, prosecutors say
President-elect Donald Trump is scheduled to be sentenced for his conviction in the New York "hush money case" on Friday.
Rudy Giuliani found in contempt of court
A judge has found Rudy Giuliani in contempt of court for failing to properly respond to requests for information in response to a $148 million defamation judgment granted to two Georgia election workers.
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McDonald's says it is rolling back some of its diversity practices
McDonald's joins other major corporations in unwinding its diversity, equity and inclusion efforts.
FDA sets limits on lead in some baby foods
But consumer advocates say the Food and Drug Administration's new guidance on lead limit in baby food doesn't go far enough.
Giant bluefin tuna the size of a motorcycle sells for $1.3 million
It is the second highest price paid at the opening auction of the year in Tokyo's main fish market since comparable data started being collected in 1999.
Winter storm brings power outages, leaving consumers in the dark
Hundreds of thousands of households across southern and eastern U.S. states were without power Monday.
Insurers limit coverage of prosthetic limbs, questioning medical need
Only 30% of beneficiaries who lost a limb in 2016 received a prosthesis within three years, a report found.
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Miami Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio asks for Jan. 6 Trump pardon
Enrique Tarrio is asking President-elect Donald Trump for a pardon.
U.S. transfers 11 Yemeni detainees from Guantanamo, leaving just 15 in custody
The U.S. has transferred from Guantanamo Bay's detention facility to Oman 11 Yemeni detainees who were never charged with crimes.
Trump will appear by video at New York "hush money" sentencing, prosecutors say
President-elect Donald Trump is scheduled to be sentenced for his conviction in the New York "hush money case" on Friday.
Rudy Giuliani found in contempt of court
A judge has found Rudy Giuliani in contempt of court for failing to properly respond to requests for information in response to a $148 million defamation judgment granted to two Georgia election workers.
Inside Trump's White House: a new occupant in one of the prime offices
West Wing office space has long been a status symbol in official Washington where proximity and access to the president can equate to influence.
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What is the HMPV virus? Symptoms of the human metapneumovirus reported in China.
The human metapneumovirus is reportedly surging in China, but should Americans be concerned? Here's what to know about HMPV symptoms and more.
First U.S. bird flu death reported in Louisiana after severe case of H5N1
The Louisiana patient was hospitalized with a severe case of bird flu in the first death in the U.S. caused by the H5N1 virus.
FDA sets limits on lead in some baby foods
But consumer advocates say the Food and Drug Administration's new guidance on lead limit in baby food doesn't go far enough.
How to read new food label standards
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Michael Moss explains the FDA's new rules for "healthy" food labels, limits on added sugars, and the push for alcohol warning labels.
USGA warns of link between alcohol, cancer
The U.S. Surgeon General has called for new warning labels on alcoholic beverages that warn of a link between drinking and cancer. The announcement sent shares of alcohol stocks tumbling, but such labels are still a long way off, especially with the change in presidential administrations just two weeks away. Here's what to know about the warning.
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Woman arrested after poisoned Christmas cake kills 3 family members
Three women died and three other relatives fell ill after eating the cake during a family get-together on December 23, officials said.
Giant bluefin tuna the size of a motorcycle sells for $1.3 million
It is the second highest price paid at the opening auction of the year in Tokyo's main fish market since comparable data started being collected in 1999.
Venezuelan opposition leader who says he defeated Maduro meets with Biden
The United States and many European countries have rejected Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro's claim of winning the election.
Tourist killed by elephant while she was bathing animal at sanctuary
A stressed elephant killed a Spanish tourist while she was bathing the animal at a sanctuary in southern Thailand, police said.
Justin Trudeau to resign as Canada's prime minister and Liberal Party leader
Justin Trudeau's leadership has faced significant challenges in the wake of the COVID crisis, leading to a loss of confidence among Canadians from various backgrounds.
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Arthur Brooks on why small New Year's resolutions are better
Harvard professor Arthur Brooks says making smaller New Year's resolutions can actually help them stick and lead to greater happiness.
Big winners from the Golden Globes
Demi Moore accepted her first-ever Golden Globe award for her role in the horror movie "The Substance." Other big winners include the musical "Emilia Perez" and the drama "The Brutalist," which won best film. Entertainment Tonight's Nischelle Turner has more.
Highlights from the 82nd Golden Globes
Nikki Glaser made her hosting debut at the 82nd Golden Globes, where "Emilia Perez" and "Shogun" each won four awards. Entertainment Tonight's Kevin Frazier and Nischelle Turner share the night's biggest moments.
Netflix's "The Home Edit" stars on new book
The stars of Netflix's "The Home Edit" are teaching kids to organize with their new book, "The Rainbow Cleanup." Joanna Teplin and Clea Shearer share their tips for creating tidy spaces.
June Squibb on her "Thelma" role
June Squibb, best known for her Oscar-nominated role in "Nebraska," stars in the action-comedy "Thelma." She plays a grandmother determined to outsmart a scammer. She joins "CBS Mornings."
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What to know about car rental app Turo
The car rental app Turo is working to understand how two of its vehicles were used in the deadly New Orleans attack and Cybertruck bombing in Las Vegas. The Tesla Cybertruck that exploded outside of President-elect Donald Trump's Las Vegas hotel and the electric truck used in the New Orleans attack were both rented via Turo. New York Times technology reporter Eli Tan joins CBS News 24/7 to explain how the app and its background check process work.
Apple's Siri settlement could mean money for consumers — what to know
Apple will pay $95 million to settle allegations that its Siri virtual assistant violated people's privacy by eavesdropping on mobile device users.
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.
The legal grounds for a TikTok ban delay
President-elect Donald Trump requested that the Supreme Court suspend the TikTok ban until after he takes office while he works on a political resolution. University of Minnesota Law School associate professor Alan Rozenshtein breaks down the legal basis for the request.
Apple agrees to pay $95 million to settle Siri eavesdropping claims
Apple surreptitiously activated Siri to record user conversations through iPhones and other devices, court finds.
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Jimmy Carter's environmental legacy
As the U.S. Capitol prepares to honor former President Jimmy Carter, Rolling Stone climate reporter Jeff Goodell looks back on his environmental legacy.
U.K.'s biggest dinosaur footprint site discovered: "So surreal"
It is hoped the discovery will provide clues about how dinosaurs interacted, as well as their size and the speeds at which they moved.
What to know about tonight's "black moon"
It may sound spooky, but a black moon is nothing ominous.
Northern lights may be visible in parts of the U.S. New Year's Eve
Solar storms may bring northern lights to several states in the northern U.S. just in time for New Year's Eve, but cloud cover may put a damper on festivities.
New species, including "blob-headed" fish, identified across world in 2024
Hundreds of new species across the globe were identified by scientists in 2024.
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FBI releases New Orleans attacker video
The FBI has released new video in the probe of the New Orleans Bourbon Street attack that occurred on New Year's Day. CBS News' Omar Villafranca reports.
Heavy security in D.C. on Jan. 6
Security is tight in Washington, D.C., four years after the Capitol attack during the 2020 election certification process. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports on the measures taken to keep the nation's capital safe.
Some Jan. 6 rioters had prior records
At least 159 of the Jan. 6, 2021, convicts who have been sentenced have prior criminal records, according to a CBS News investigation. Steve Reilly breaks down the data.
New Orleans officials knew risk years before Bourbon Street attack
A confidential report warned that bollards needed to be fixed. New Orleans didn't start to replace them for five years.
Woman arrested after poisoned Christmas cake kills 3 family members
Three women died and three other relatives fell ill after eating the cake during a family get-together on December 23, officials said.
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NASA probe beams home update after record-breaking flyby of sun
NASA said scientists began receiving more detailed telemetry — or "housekeeping data" — from the spacecraft on New Year's Day.
When and where to see the Quadrantids, 2025's first meteor shower
The first meteor shower of 2025 is about to peak. Here's how to watch and where you can see the Quadrantids.
Space debris weighing over 1,000 pounds crashes into Kenya village
Officials said they were investigating fragments of metal, believed to be from a rocket, that crashed into a village in the country's south.
What to know about tonight's "black moon"
It may sound spooky, but a black moon is nothing ominous.
Lunar eclipses, supermoons, meteor showers happening in 2025
Skywatchers can mark the calendar with a busy lineup of celestial occurrences in 2025.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
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.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
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4 viruses on the rise across the U.S.
Cases of COVID, flu, RSV and norovirus appear to be on the rise in the U.S. as millions of Americans wrap up the holidays. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder has more on the viruses.
Harris on certifying election results
Vice President Kamala Harris commented on the 2024 election certification process in Congress four years after the Capitol attack. Harris carried out her duty presiding over a joint session of Congress as each state result was read out loud and certified.
FBI releases New Orleans attacker video
The FBI has released new video in the probe of the New Orleans Bourbon Street attack that occurred on New Year's Day. CBS News' Omar Villafranca reports.
Trump on Biden's final moves in office
President-elect Donald Trump may try to undo some of President Biden's final moves while in the White House. CBS News' Aaron Navarro breaks down what to expect from the incoming administration.
Heavy security in D.C. on Jan. 6
Security is tight in Washington, D.C., four years after the Capitol attack during the 2020 election certification process. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports on the measures taken to keep the nation's capital safe.