The head of the Texas Department of Public Safety said it was "the wrong decision" by the onsite commander to not immediately enter a classroom and confront the gunman because he mistakenly believed children were no longer at risk. Inside the room, a desperate child repeatedly called 911 for help. Lilia Luciano has the latest.
Just days after the massacre in Uvalde, Texas, the National Rifle Association held its annual convention in Houston. Former President Donald Trump headlined the event's opening day. Robert Costa reports.
Officials in Pottstown, Pennsylvania, are investigating the cause of an explosion that killed at least five people and injured two others. Several homes were damaged or completely destroyed.
Health officials are responding to at least 13 monkeypox cases identified in eight different states.
"Red flag" laws, which empower a judge to take away a firearm from anyone who poses an extreme risk to others or themselves, are getting renewed attention after the Texas school shooting. One mother speaks out about how she tried to prevent her son from getting more firearms before he killed eight people. Adriana Diaz takes a look.
Severe thunderstorms, heavy rain and damaging winds are possible in the Northeast over Memorial Day weekend. Weather Channel meteorologist Chris Warren has the forecast.
Nearly 40 million Americans will travel over Memorial Day weekend, AAA estimates. While inflation and gas prices aren't keeping them home, severe weather could delay travel plans. Errol Barnett has more.
A mother in Indiana believes eight people killed at a FedEx facility would still be alive if prosecutors had prevented her son from buying more guns.
The Georgia secretary of state has been summoned to appear before a special grand jury Thursday.
San Francisco Giants manager Gabe Kapler will no longer come out for the national anthem before the start of each game following the massacre of schoolchildren and the bungled police response in Uvalde, Texas.
Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Evening News," hosted by Margaret Brennan.
Law enforcement officials are admitting mistakes were made during the response to Tuesday's deadly shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas. CBS News anchor Tanya Rivero gives an update from Thursday's press conference.
An international manhunt is underway for the suspected killer of pro cyclist Moriah Wilson. Authorities say her murder is connected to a love triangle involving another cyclist. Susan Pamerleau, U.S. Marshal for the Western District of Texas, joins CBS News with more on the case.
The healing process continues in Uvalde, Texas, where 19 children and two adults were killed in a mass shooting at Robb Elementary School on Tuesday. Director of Community Outreach for The Rebels Project and Columbine High survivor Missy Mendo provides CBS News anchors Michelle Miller and Nancy Chen insight into the healing process.
Two fraternity members were acquitted of involuntary manslaughter and reckless homicide but convicted of several hazing-related counts.
If signs prevent one suicide, homicide or unintentional death of a child, they're worth it, says county legislator.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average ended the week up more than 500 points, snapping eight straight weeks of losses. The tech heavy NASDAQ and S and P 500 both saw gains as well. Dan Ives, managing director and senior equity analyst at Wedbush Securities, joins CBS News to discuss what's driving the markets.
The suspect had purchased 1,657 total rounds of ammunition – 315 rounds were found inside the school, law enforcement officials said.
With domestic airfares averaging over $400 a round trip, "Europe is the best travel bargain out there," says one expert.
A top law enforcement official provided the most detailed description yet of what happened during the deadly Texas school shooting.
A Michigan business owner has filed a lawsuit to try to get on Michigan's August primary ballot.
President Biden's chief medical adviser Dr. Anthony Fauci joins Major Garrett virtually for this week's episode of "The Takeout" to discuss Major's recent COVID-19 diagnosis, how the vaccine can help against new variants, and why people who are fully vaccinated are still getting COVID.
