Police reported that 8 children under the age of 15 died after a mass shooting in Louisiana. The shooting happened during a family dispute, and the suspect died after a police chase.
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Eight children, all younger than 15, were killed in the shooting.
The incident took place in Louisiana.
The shooting occurred during a domestic disturbance, meaning it involved family members.
Authorities identified one suspect.
The suspect died following a police pursuit.
Police responded to the scene after the shooting.
The event is considered a mass shooting because it involved multiple victims.
Investigations are ongoing to understand the full circumstances.
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Five people were wounded in a shooting during a fight early Sunday in a busy nightlife area near the University of Iowa campus. Three of those injured were students, with one in critical condition and four stable, while police continue to investigate without having made any arrests.
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The shooting happened in downtown Iowa City near a popular area with bars and restaurants.
Police responded to reports of a large fight and then heard gunshots.
Five people were shot; three were University of Iowa students.
One victim is in critical condition; the other four are stable.
No arrests had been made as of Sunday morning.
Police released photos of individuals they want to talk to about the incident.
University officials offered support for students and warned them to avoid the area.
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds said the state will help with the investigation.
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The CERTAIN Act is a new bipartisan bill designed to protect legally issued permits from political changes. It also aims to make the review process more accountable and help projects proceed on schedule to support building U.S. infrastructure for growing energy needs.
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The CERTAIN Act is supported by members of both political parties.
The bill protects permits that have been legally issued from being undone by political actions.
It increases accountability during the review of permits.
The law aims to prevent delays in project timelines.
The goal is to support the construction of infrastructure in the United States.
This infrastructure is meant to meet rising energy demands.
The act helps ensure that important projects are not slowed down by politics.
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A mass shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana, killed at least eight children and wounded others, including two women and a boy. The suspected shooter was killed by police after a carjacking, and the investigation is ongoing, with police saying the violence appears domestic. Another shooting near the University of Iowa injured five people, including students.
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At least eight people, all children aged 18 months to 14 years, died in the Shreveport shooting.
Two women were shot in the head but survived; a boy was injured jumping from a roof.
The suspected shooter was killed by police after committing a carjacking.
The violence happened early Sunday morning in four nearby locations in the Cedar Grove neighborhood.
Police have not released the names of the shooter or victims and are still investigating.
Shreveport mayor called the event one of the worst tragedies in the city’s recent history.
Another shooting in Iowa City injured five people during a fight near the University of Iowa.
The US has experienced over 110 mass shootings so far in 2026, according to the Gun Violence Archive.
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President Donald Trump has nominated Dr. Erica Schwartz to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). While she is highly qualified, some officials warn she may face pressure from vaccine-skeptical leaders within the Health and Human Services Department.
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Dr. Erica Schwartz was nominated by President Trump to be the new CDC director.
Schwartz was previously deputy Surgeon General under former Surgeon General Jerome Adams.
She has medical and law degrees and 24 years of service in the U.S. Public Health Service.
Schwartz currently oversees health and safety for Coast Guard facilities.
Former Surgeon General Adams praised her qualifications but warned she may face pressure to follow ideology over science.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., leading the Health and Human Services Department, is known for vaccine skepticism.
The previous CDC director was removed after conflicts with Kennedy, and several CDC officials resigned over vaccine policies.
There is concern about mixed messages on vaccines during rising measles cases and falling vaccination rates.
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Eight children between the ages of 1 and 14 were killed in a mass shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana. The shooter also killed two other people and later died after a chase with police officers.
Key Facts
The shooting was domestic-related and happened at three different homes in Shreveport.
Ten people were shot in total, including eight children.
Some of the children were related to the shooter.
The gunman stole a car fleeing the scene and was chased by police before dying.
State police are helping with the investigation and ask for any information or videos from the public.
No police officers were harmed during the shooting or chase.
Shreveport’s mayor and police expressed deep shock and called for community support.
The crime scenes are described as extensive and complex by authorities.
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Eight children and teens were killed early Sunday in a mass shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana. The suspect, who acted alone, died after a police chase and shootout.
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Eight children and teens, aged 1 to about 14 years old, were killed.
Ten people in total were shot during the incident.
The shooting happened at multiple locations in the same neighborhood.
Police responded just after 6 a.m. at one of the residences.
The suspect fled, carjacked a vehicle, and led police on a chase.
The suspect was killed after police fired at them during the pursuit.
The incident is described as "domestic in nature," meaning it involved people known to each other.
The suspect’s identity has not been released.
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Amos Hochstein, a former senior energy adviser to President Biden, discussed rising gas prices and energy supply challenges related to disruptions in the Middle East. He warned that if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, fuel prices could increase sharply within weeks, affecting U.S. and global markets. Hochstein also explained how jet fuel shortages abroad could lead to higher costs for American travelers.
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Current regular gasoline prices average about $4.05 per gallon.
The last time gas prices were this high was during the Biden administration when Russia invaded Ukraine.
The Strait of Hormuz is a key shipping route for global oil supplies; its closure would cause fuel prices to spike.
Tankers already at sea can delay immediate shortages, but no new shipments are currently underway.
Some poorer and middle-income countries are already running out of fuel and jet fuel.
Airlines in parts of Asia are canceling flights due to jet fuel shortages.
The U.S. has fuel supplies, but international jet fuel shortages will still increase airline ticket prices here.
Hochstein commented on Middle East negotiations and nuclear concerns related to Iran.
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Dr. Jerome Adams, former U.S. Surgeon General, discussed the recent nomination of Dr. Erica Schwartz to lead the CDC and vaccine-related challenges during an interview. He praised Dr. Schwartz's qualifications but expressed concern about political interference and vaccine skepticism within the Health and Human Services department amid rising measles cases.
Key Facts
Dr. Erica Schwartz was nominated by President Donald Trump to lead the CDC.
Dr. Schwartz has an MD, JD, MPH, and over 20 years of public health experience including service in the Coast Guard.
Dr. Schwartz previously served as Deputy Surgeon General under Dr. Adams.
There is concern about political influence on CDC leadership and vaccine policies.
The acting CDC director recently delayed a report showing COVID vaccines reduced emergency room visits.
Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. gave a cautious but overall positive statement supporting the MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine in Congress.
Measles infections in the U.S. have surpassed 1,700 cases in the first four months of 2026.
The White House has reportedly asked Secretary Kennedy to avoid negative statements about vaccines ahead of the midterm elections.
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Eight children were killed and a total of 10 people were shot during a domestic disturbance in Shreveport, Louisiana, early Sunday morning. Police fatally shot the suspected shooter after a vehicle chase, and some victims were related to the suspect.
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The shooting happened around 6 a.m. Sunday in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Eight children aged 1 to 14 were killed in the shooting.
A total of 10 people were shot during the incident.
The crime scene covered three different locations.
Police fatally shot the suspect during a vehicle chase.
Some of the children shot were related to the suspect.
Louisiana State Police are assisting Shreveport police with the investigation.
No police officers were hurt during the shooting or chase.
Police are asking the public to provide any photos, videos, or information about the event.
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The CBS News program "Face the Nation" featured guests Amos Hochstein, a senior energy adviser for the Biden administration, former Surgeon General Jerome Adams, and former Attorney General Eric Holder. The show also reported on Pope Leo's trip to Africa.
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Amos Hochstein is a senior energy adviser in the Biden administration.
Jerome Adams previously served as the U.S. Surgeon General.
Eric Holder formerly served as the U.S. Attorney General.
The program covered news about Pope Leo’s visit to Africa.
The segment included reports from correspondent Chris Livesay.
The show aired on CBS News and is available on their app and website.
The three guests appeared to discuss current political or public health topics (not detailed in the article).
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Eight children were killed in a mass shooting linked to a domestic incident in Shreveport, Louisiana. The shooting happened early Sunday morning and involved multiple locations; the suspected shooter died after a police chase.
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Eight children aged between 1 and 14 years old died in the shooting.
The incident took place around 6 a.m. on Sunday in Shreveport, Louisiana.
A total of 10 people were shot during the event.
The crime scene covered three different locations.
The suspected shooter was killed by police during a vehicle chase.
Authorities identified the incident as related to a domestic disturbance.
Police are still collecting information about the event.
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A gunman in Louisiana shot 10 people, including eight children aged 1 to 14, at several homes in a family-related incident. The suspect died after a police chase and shooting, and authorities are still investigating the different crime scenes.
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The shootings happened early Sunday in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Eight children, aged between 1 and 14, were killed.
A total of 10 people were shot during the incident.
Some of the children were related to the gunman.
The suspect stole a car to escape and was chased by police.
Police shot the suspect during the chase, and he later died.
The crime scenes covered three different locations.
Louisiana State Police are assisting local police with the investigation.
No officers were hurt during the police pursuit.
Authorities are asking for the public’s help with any photos, videos, or information.
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Republican strategist Roger Stone said a major report about Representative Cory Mills is coming soon, and he compared Mills unfavorably to Democrat Eric Swalwell. Mills is facing renewed sexual misconduct allegations and an ongoing investigation, while some lawmakers want him to resign, which could affect the Republican majority in the House.
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Roger Stone warned about a “bombshell” report on Rep. Cory Mills.
Stone said Mills makes Rep. Eric Swalwell “look like Mother Teresa.”
Cory Mills faces sexual misconduct accusations and an active House Ethics Committee investigation.
Mills has denied the allegations and says he is being unfairly targeted.
Swalwell resigned last week amid multiple sexual misconduct claims, which he denies.
A Florida judge issued a restraining order against Mills due to harassment accusations by his ex-girlfriend.
House Republican leaders await the Ethics Committee’s outcome before taking action against Mills.
Mills’ potential resignation or expulsion could hurt the GOP’s slim House majority ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
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Eight children were killed in a shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana, early Sunday morning. The police say the shooting happened over three locations, and the suspected shooter was killed by police after a chase.
Key Facts
The shooting occurred around 6 a.m. on Sunday in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Eight children, aged between 1 and about 14 years old, were killed.
A total of 10 people were shot during the incident.
The crime scene covered three different locations.
The suspected shooter was fatally shot by police after a vehicle chase.
Some of the children who were shot were related to the suspect.
Louisiana State Police were called to assist Shreveport detectives.
No police officers were hurt during the shooting or the police pursuit.
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U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz defended the possibility of U.S. strikes on Iranian infrastructure, saying these targets are connected to Iran’s military efforts and do not break war laws. He claimed Iran hides weapons in civilian places, which he said is itself a war crime, and stressed that any U.S. action would follow strict rules to avoid harming civilians.
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Mike Waltz spoke on NBC’s Meet the Press about U.S. potential strikes on Iranian infrastructure.
He said targeting Iranian power plants, bridges, and facilities is legal if linked to the military.
Waltz accused Iran of hiding military weapons in homes, schools, and hospitals.
These hiding actions, he said, violate international war laws.
President Donald Trump warned Iran about possible escalations if nuclear talks fail.
Waltz said Iran’s Revolutionary Guard controls much of Iran’s economy and mixes civilian and military uses.
He emphasized the U.S. will act under strict combat rules to protect civilians.
The U.S. wants to pressure Iran to return to negotiations on America’s terms.
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Former Attorney General Eric Holder said the vote in Virginia about changing the congressional map is an important issue for the whole country. He explained that Republicans caused a problem with unfair district lines, and now Democrats need to respond.
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Virginia voters are deciding on a referendum about redrawing the congressional map.
The proposed new map would give Democrats 10 seats and Republicans 1 seat.
Eric Holder is a former U.S. Attorney General.
Holder spoke on the TV program "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."
He said the fight over redistricting is a nationwide issue, not just Virginia’s.
Holder described unfair district drawing as a crisis caused by Republicans.
Partisan gerrymandering means drawing election districts to favor one party.
Democrats are being asked to address the problem left by Republicans.
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At least eight children were killed in a mass shooting connected to a domestic violence incident in Shreveport, Louisiana. The shooter fled, carjacked a vehicle, and was later killed by police after a chase. The situation appears contained, and the investigation is ongoing.
Key Facts
The shooting happened early Sunday morning in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Victims aged between 1 and 14 years old were among those killed.
Police responded to gunfire reports in multiple locations connected to the same domestic violence event.
At least 10 people were shot, with eight dying at the scene or shortly after.
The suspected shooter escaped, stole a car, and was chased by police.
Police shot and killed the suspect during the car chase.
Authorities say there is no ongoing threat to the public.
The investigation is still active, and victim and suspect names have not been released.
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A federal judge denied a request to stop the deportation of two Laotian grandparents who have lived in the U.S. for more than 40 years and have old drug convictions. The judge said the court cannot control when immigration authorities decide to enforce removal orders, though legal procedures must still be followed.
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Oucho Saelee and Lai Chiem Saelee are Laotian grandparents, lawful permanent residents since 1980.
Both were convicted in 1993 for non-violent opium-related offenses and served 10-year prison sentences.
Immigration judges ordered their removal in the 1990s and early 2000s.
They have multiple U.S. citizen children and grandchildren.
Laos had not accepted many deportees for years but recently started accepting some again.
The couple asked for 6-12 months advance notice and a hearing before deportation to prepare legal challenges.
U.S. District Judge Tana Lin ruled the court has no power to delay deportations or interfere in how removal orders are enforced.
The Trump administration is carrying out a strict deportation policy targeting non-citizens, including those with past convictions.
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Congressman Eric Swalwell resigned after four women accused him of sexual assault. These allegations revealed a pattern of bad behavior that had not been addressed by Democratic leaders for years.
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Eric Swalwell is a member of the Democratic Party.
Four women accused him of sexual assault.
The accusations led to his resignation from Congress.
The allegations show misconduct over several years.
Democratic leaders had previously overlooked these issues.
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