Most school shootings happen outside school walls
CBS News analysis of data on every U.S. school shooting since 1966 found many safety steps taken by school administrators don't address a significant threat to students and teachers.
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Fearing the worst, schools deploy armed police to thwart gun violence
After a false alarm that a gunman was roaming one Catholic high school, the local diocese began forming its own armed police force.
Baltimore Gun Violence Tracker
CBS News Baltimore is dedicated to giving you the most accurate, up-to-date information to keep you and your family safe. This page offers the most recent data on gun violence incidents from the Baltimore Police Department.
Georgia shooting suspect, father in court
The 14-year-old suspect in the deadly shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia, made his first court appearance Friday. His father, who was arrested on second-degree murder charges in connection with the shooting, also appeared in court in a separate hearing. Authorities allege that the suspect's father gave his son the firearm that was used in the massacre as a gift in December 2023. Jericka Duncan reports.
Georgia shooting victims remembered
The teenager accused of killing four people and injuring nine others in this week's mass shooting at Apalachee High School in Georgia appeared in court Friday. CBS News national correspondent Dave Malkoff reports from Winder, Georgia, as the community mourns the victims.
What we know about Georgia shooting victims
People in the small city of Winder, Georgia, are mourning the deaths of four people killed Wednesday at Apalachee High School. Police say a 14-year-old student shot them and wounded nine others. He's now in custody. The four who were killed were two students and two teachers. Here's what we know so far about them.
Sandy Hook survivor condemns Georgia shooting
Law enforcement officers in Winder, Georgia, were able to rapidly respond to Wednesday's shooting at Apalachee High School because of new technology. Barrow County Sheriff Jud Smith says the district had given all teachers special new ID badges armed with panic buttons just one week ago. Abbey Clements, a teacher who co-founded Teachers Unify to End Gun Violence after surviving the 2012 Sandy Hook Elementary School massacre, joins to discuss what educators are up against.
Georgia shooting survivor mourns classmate
As new details emerge about what may have led to the shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia, students are still reeling from the tragedy. One survivor describes her experience while tearfully mourning the loss of her classmate.
New details about Georgia school shooting suspect
The FBI has admitted that it was aware of alleged threats of violence made last year by the 14-year-old suspect arrested in the shooting at Apalachee High School in Georgia in which four people were killed and nine others wounded. At the time, the agency passed the information on to local law enforcement. Jackson County Sheriff Janis Mangum, whose deputies first questioned the shooter's family in 2023, spoke to CBS News' Mark Strassmann Thursday.
Georgia shooting survivor's mom speaks out
Erin Clark, the mother of an Apalachee High School student, shares a text exchange with her son during the shooting and discusses whether she thinks the school did enough to keep the students safe.
Student describes Georgia school shooting: "It didn't feel real"
Isaac Sanguma recounted on "CBS Mornings" the sound of gunshots while he was walking back to class on Wednesday at Apalachee High School in Georgia.
Georgia school shooting investigation details
More information is coming out about the Georgia high school shooting where four people were killed and nine were injured. CBS News' Jericka Duncan and Anna Schecter have the latest.
9/4: America Decides
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Teen suspect in Ricky Pearsall shooting is "very sorry," attorney says
The 17-year-old suspect in the shooting of San Francisco 49ers rookie wide receiver Ricky Pearsall made his first court appearance Wednesday afternoon and through his defense attorney expressed remorse for the incident.
Georgia sheriff calls school shooting "pure evil"
Two students and two students were killed in a shooting Wednesday morning at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia. Sheriff Jud Smith spoke during an afternoon press conference. CBS News national correspondent Dave Malkoff reports.
4 killed in shooting at Georgia high school
Two teachers and two students were killed when a shooter opened fire at Apalachee High School in Barrow County, Georgia, on Wednesday morning. Nine others were also injured. The suspect, who was taken into custody alive, was identified as a 14-year-old student. Mark Strassmann has the latest.
Harris and Trump react to Georgia shooting
Vice President Kamala Harris called the high school shooting in Georgia a "senseless tragedy" during a speech in New Hampshire, where she also unveiled new proposals to help small businesses. Former President Donald Trump reacted to the shooting on social media, saying, "Our hearts are with the victims." Trump is expected to lay out his economic plans on Thursday. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more.
What we know about Georgia school shooting
At least four people were killed, including two students and two teachers, in a shooting at a high school in Winder, Georgia. The suspect, a 14-year-old student, is in custody and will be charged as an adult, officials said. CBS News' Jared Eggleston is on the scene.
Georgia shooting update on suspect, victims
Two students and two teachers were killed in the Georgia high school shooting, officials said at a Wednesday afternoon press conference. A 14-year-old suspect was taken into custody.
Woman and her 3 young children found shot to death in a car in Utah
A 32-year-old woman, a 4-year-old boy, a 2-year-old girl and a 1-year-old girl were found dead inside the car, the Weber County sheriff said.
San Francisco 49ers Ricky Pearsall released from hospital following shooting
The San Francisco 49ers said Ricky Pearsall was recovering from a bullet wound to his chest.
Gun violence plagues Labor Day in Chicago and NYC
Gunfire rang out in two major U.S. cities on Monday. In a Chicago suburb, four people were killed on a train. Police say the shooter did not appear to know the victims and the attack was random. New York City police say at least five were wounded at a shooting along the the West Indian American Day parade route.
5 shot at NYC's West Indian Day parade
At least five people were shot at New York City's West Indian American Day Parade on Monday, according to the NYPD. There is no active shooter and the shooting appeared to be an "intentional act," NYPD Chief of Patrol John Chell said at a press conference. Police are looking for a suspect.
Relatives, survivors of gun violence at DNC
Rep. Lucy McBath of Georgia, whose son was shot and killed in 2012, joined family members and survivors of gun violence to tell their stories at the Democratic National Convention on Thursday.
Homicides decline in several major cities
New data from major American cities shows homicides are down 13% during the first six months of 2024 compared to the same time in 2020. CBS News vice president of Data Journalism John Kelly gives us insight into these numbers.
Injured Lindsey Vonn completes final training run ahead of Olympic race
"Just because it seems impossible to you doesn't mean it's not possible," Vonn says.
White House removes Trump post with racist footage of Obamas hours after defending it
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
Authorities tow car from Nancy Guthrie's home, investigate new message
Local and federal authorities said "investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity" regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Bad Bunny lyrics to know before his Super Bowl halftime show
With Bad Bunny headlining a historic Super Bowl halftime show, we highlight some of his most impactful lyrics in Spanish and English.
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Purported Nancy Guthrie ransom note demanded bitcoin. Could it be tracked?
Cryptocurrency transactions are often thought to be anonymous and untraceable. That's a misconception, experts tell CBS News.
Hungary's Orbán to attend inaugural meeting of Trump's "Board of Peace"
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán attended the launch of the initiative last month in the Swiss ski resort of Davos.
Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
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California urges avoiding wild mushrooms after deaths, liver transplants
More than three dozen cases of death cap mushroom poisonings have been reported in California since November, health officials said.
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
Truck driver spends decades carving a scale model masterpiece of New York City
Beginning in 2004, Joe Macken carved all five boroughs of New York City out of balsa wood, every site and stadium, and every bridge and building. His creation consists of almost 1 million structures.
Heightened security from dozens of local, federal agencies ahead of Super Bowl
More than 35 local, state and federal agencies have been working for the last 18 months to prepare for Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara, California.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Dow crosses 50K for first time as stocks enjoy best day since May 2025
Resurgent technology stocks drove the rebound after a volatile week, while bitcoin also recouped losses.
Purported Nancy Guthrie ransom note demanded bitcoin. Could it be tracked?
Cryptocurrency transactions are often thought to be anonymous and untraceable. That's a misconception, experts tell CBS News.
Prediction markets soar ahead of the Super Bowl
Emboldened by loosened restrictions from federal regulators, prediction markets look to cash in on Super Bowl Sunday.
See the 43 drugs available on new discounted drug site TrumpRx
Here's what to know about TrumpRx, including how it works, who can use it, and how much money it can save.
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Some Team USA athletes speak out about politics at home
Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
Appeals court endorses Trump policy of denying bond hearings to many ICE detainees
A federal appeals court on Friday endorsed the Trump administration's policy of holding broad groups of immigration detainees without access to bond hearings, a major legal victory for President Trump.
Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
Trump says he "didn't see" image depicting Obamas as apes in social media post
President Trump late Friday addressed a video posted to his social media account that included a racist depiction of Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, telling reporters he didn't see the part that showed the former president and first lady.
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Her deadly diagnosis only had 1 warning sign. Here's how she survived.
Becca Valle, then 37, enrolled in a cutting-edge clinical trial after surgery removed an aggressive tumor from her brain.
California urges avoiding wild mushrooms after deaths, liver transplants
More than three dozen cases of death cap mushroom poisonings have been reported in California since November, health officials said.
See the 43 drugs available on new discounted drug site TrumpRx
Here's what to know about TrumpRx, including how it works, who can use it, and how much money it can save.
White House launches TrumpRx discounted drug site
The Trump administration launched its new TrumpRx direct-to-consumer prescription drug listing site late Thursday, part of a push to offer medication at steep discounts.
Officials warn against drinking raw milk after baby dies from listeria
The New Mexico Department of Health said officials believe the baby contracted listeria after their mother drank raw milk during pregnancy.
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Hungary's Orbán to attend inaugural meeting of Trump's "Board of Peace"
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán attended the launch of the initiative last month in the Swiss ski resort of Davos.
Skier Eileen Gu sports a personalized, detail-studded ski suit at Olympics
Gu qualified for the women's slopestyle final wearing an outfit with details inspired by her Chinese heritage and her personal quirks.
Some Team USA athletes speak out about politics at home
Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."
Swiss skier Franjo von Allmen wins first gold medal of Milano Cortina Games
The second gold medal of the Milano Cortina Games was awarded to Frida Karlsson of Sweden in the women's 10km+10km skiathlon.
Injured Lindsey Vonn completes final training run ahead of Olympic race
"Just because it seems impossible to you doesn't mean it's not possible," Vonn says.
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The Barr Brothers perform "Another Tangerine"
Montreal-based brothers Andrew and Brad Barr released their debut album in 2010 and have won some of Canada's top music awards for their indie sound. Performing from their first album in eight years, "Let it Hiss," here's The Barr Brothers performing "Another Tangerine."
The Barr Brothers perform "Naturally"
Montreal-based brothers Andrew and Brad Barr released their debut album in 2010 and have won some of Canada's top music awards for their indie sound. Performing from their first album in eight years, "Let it Hiss," here's The Barr Brothers performing "Naturally."
The Barr Brothers perform "Run Right Into It"
Montreal-based brothers Andrew and Brad Barr released their debut album in 2010 and have won some of Canada's top music awards for their indie sound. Performing from their first album in eight years, "Let it Hiss," here's The Barr Brothers performing "Run Right Into It."
Skier Eileen Gu sports a personalized, detail-studded ski suit at Olympics
Gu qualified for the women's slopestyle final wearing an outfit with details inspired by her Chinese heritage and her personal quirks.
Bad Bunny lyrics to know before his Super Bowl halftime show
With Bad Bunny headlining a historic Super Bowl halftime show, we highlight some of his most impactful lyrics in Spanish and English.
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Super Bowl fans warned to leave drones at home amid flight ban
The FAA says it is collaborating with the FBI to detect, track and assess unauthorized drone activity at the Super Bowl.
Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first
Gamers across the world can now recreate drone strikes in Ukraine from the comfort of their own home, with this newly released game.
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.
How will AI transform the workforce?
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks about how companies are using artificial intelligence, the discussion around the technology and how it's impacting the workforce.
Tesla, Waymo leaders defend product safety
Executives from Waymo and Tesla defended their self-driving vehicle technology in testimony before the Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports and Ian Krietzberg, an AI correspondent at the digital media company Puck, has more.
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
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Latest in Nancy Guthrie disappearance
Authorities said Friday they were inspecting an apparent new message relating to the disappearance of "Today" host Savannah Guthrie's mom, Nancy, after the family reported her missing from her home on Sunday.
Luigi Mangione has outburst after hearing
Luigi Mangione had an outburst after a hearing on Friday in which the judge announced that his New York State trial will begin on June 8. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman is following the case.
Authorities tow car from Nancy Guthrie's home, investigate new message
Local and federal authorities said "investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity" regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Investigators vetting Guthrie ransom note
Friday marked six days since Nancy Guthrie's apparent abduction, and Guthrie's three children have been posting on social media hoping to reach whoever may have taken her. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports and former FBI counterintelligence operative Eric O'Neill has more.
Mangione claims double jeopardy
Luigi Mangione had an outburst in a New York courtroom on Friday after a judge scheduled his state trial to begin before his federal case. The UnitedHealthCare CEO murder suspect claimed "this is the same trial twice" and called it "double jeopardy." CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
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What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
NASA plans to test the planned leak repair with a second dress rehearsal fueling test later this month.
NASA delays Artemis II launch
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
NASA begins mission to map the boundaries of our heliosphere
A NASA mission is underway to map the heliosphere, which is a huge protective bubble around the solar system that was created by the sun.
NASA moon launch off until March due to issues during tests
NASA says it can't try until March at the earliest to send a crewed spacecraft on a flight around the moon and back, due to hydrogen leaks during testing of the Artemis II rocket.
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Key storylines of Super Bowl LX
The Seattle Seahawks are set to face off against the New England Patriots on Sunday in Super Bowl LX, and "CBS Saturday Morning" goes inside key storylines to be aware of ahead of the big game.
Setting the scene at Winter Games
"CBS Saturday Morning" explores Northern Italy and breaks down the multiple locations of the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics.
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Tips for raising your credit score
"CBS Saturday Morning" dives into ways people can raise and maintain their credit score.
White House takes down racist post
President Trump is blaming a staffer for the now-removed social media post that included a racist video of former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama depicted as apes. Mr. Trump told reporters he is "the least racist president you've had in a long time."