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Local law enforcement agencies and political leaders condemn attempted assassination of Trump
Law enforcement officials in Los Angeles remained on alert Sunday a day after an assassination attempt was made against former President Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania."The LAPD is monitoring the shooting that occurred in Pennsylvania involving Former President Trump, and there is no known threat or connection to the City of Los Angeles," LAPD Chief Dominic Choi said in a statement posted on X.Choi said the LAPD will continue to work with federal partners to ensure the city remains safe, and shared: "We are grateful to hear that Former President Trump is safe, and devastated to learn of innocent people attending...
Firefighters make 'good progress' on 37,872-acre Lake Fire
Firefighters say they have made good progress on the Lake Fire, which has scorched 37,872 acres in Santa Barbara County. The fire has been burning north of Los Olivos since July 5th and remains under investigation. Over 3,400 personnel have been dispatched in the firefight with 19 percent containment having been reached this weekend. Firefighters said cooler temperatures and increased humidity were assisting in the firefight as the fire continues to "slowly back down" to the Sisquoc River on the north end, as of Sunday. Temperatures are expected to increase into the mid-80s to near 90s later in the day.The following areas...
Moskowitz says Congress to investigate Trump assassination attempt
MIAMI — In a special live edition of Facing South Florida, Rep. Jared Moskowitz shares his thoughts on where the country is heading following the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Moskowitz, a member of the House Oversight Committee, also told CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede that the congressional committee would be investigating the circumstances and security measures in place that led up to the incident.Guest: Rep. Jared Moskowitz (D) / FL-23
Pennsylvania man killed at Trump rally identified: "Corey died a hero"
BUTLER, Pa. (KDKA) - A spectator who was killed in a shooting at a rally for former President Donald Trump on Saturday has been identified as Corey Comperatore. He was shot while attempting to shield his family from the gunfire, Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro said at a news conference Sunday."Corey was the very best of us," Shapiro said. "Corey died a hero. Corey dove on his family to protect them last night. Corey was a 'girl dad.' Corey was a firefighter. Corey went to church every Sunday. Corey loved his community." The shooting also injured Trump and critically injured...
Doctor at Trump rally says he tried to save wounded shooting victim
An emergency room doctor attending former President Donald Trump's campaign rally in Pennsylvania told CBS News that he tried to help render aid to an audience member who was gravely wounded when a gunman opened fire on Saturday.The gunman, identified as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, fired several rounds while Trump was speaking at the rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, grazing the former president's ear. One rallygoer — identified Sunday as Corey Comperatore — was killed and two others were critically wounded, the FBI said. Dr. Jim Sweetland, who spoke to CBS News campaign reporter Jake Rosen right after the shooting, said when he...
The 2024 Republican National Convention begins tomorrow. Here's what to know.
Washington — The Republican National Convention kicks off Monday and will culminate with former President Donald Trump's acceptance of his party's nomination for the third time since 2016. The four-day event is taking place in the aftermath of an attempted assassination of the former president on Saturday, which has put federal, state and local law enforcement officials on even higher alert heading into the convention. Changes to the security measures were being planned after Trump was injured at the Pennsylvania campaign rally. Multiple law enforcement officials told CBS News that there is planning currently underway to expand the perimeter at the RNC...
Maps show location of Trump and gunman at Pennsylvania rally shooting
New details are emerging on the investigation after a gunman opened fire Saturday at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, where former President Donald Trump was addressing a crowd of supporters. Trump was rushed from the stage after shots rang out and later said he was injured by a bullet that struck the upper part of his right ear. The gunman was killed by a Secret Service sniper, officials said. "U.S. Secret Service personnel neutralized the shooter, who is now deceased," the agency said in a statement. A man in the audience at the rally was killed in the shooting and two others were critically wounded.Early...
Ahead of Milwaukee RNC, Wisconsin officials decry "horrific act" after Trump assassination attempt
MILWAUKEE – With the Republican National Convention set to kick off in Milwaukee on Monday as scheduled, Wisconsin officials are decrying the attempted assassination of presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump.Trump claimed he was "shot with a bullet that pierced the upper part of my right ear" Saturday. The former president was seen with blood coming from his ear while being taken from the stage by Secret Service agents.Democratic Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers said his staff was "in contact with those coordinating security planning for the RNC" in the wake of the incident, which he called a "horrific act of violence.""My staff...
Melania Trump releases statement after husband's assassination attempt
The family of former President Donald Trump is grateful for the quick actions of law enforcement officials who "risked their own lives to protect" him when an gunman opened fire at a rally on Saturday, with a bullet grazing the former president and leaving a bystander dead. The former president was grazed in the right ear when a suspected gunman — identified as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks — opened fire while Trump was on the stage at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The Secret Service said it had "neutralized" the shooter, who is now dead. On Sunday, Trump called on the...
Jacoby Jones, former Baltimore Ravens wide receiver, dies at 40
BALTIMORE -- Jacoby Jones, former wide receiver and kick return specialist for the Baltimore Ravens, has died. An official source from the Baltimore Ravens confirmed his death with WJZ on Sunday morning.The owner of the indoor football team Jones was coaching said he died in his sleep at his suburban Houston home. A league source who requested anonymity because they were not authorized to discuss the subject publicly also confirmed his death.Jones was 40-years-old.The Ravens released a statement on Jones' death"We are completely heartbroken to learn about the passing of Jacoby Jones. Jacoby had the unique ability to connect with everyone he...
Shannen Doherty, "Beverly Hills, 90210" and "Charmed" star, dies at 53
Shannen Doherty, best known for her roles on "Charmed" and "Beverly Hills, 90210," has died at the age of 53. She had been battling cancer since 2015."It is with a heavy heart that I confirm the passing of actress, Shannen Doherty. On Saturday, July 13th she lost her battle with cancer after many years of fighting the disease," said her publicist, Leslie Sloane, in a statement to CBS News. "The devoted daughter, sister, aunt and friend was surrounded by her loved ones as well as her dog, Bowie. The family asks for their privacy at this time so they can...
Poll: Trump maintains edge over Biden in battlegrounds on eve of GOP convention
Donald Trump and the Republican Party will begin their convention week with a narrow but consistent advantage across the battleground states, which would translate into Trump being better positioned to win in the Electoral College right now.Things essentially haven't changed since the immediate aftermath of the debate, when sentiment shifted slightly toward Trump, so this remains a fairly stable contest in that regard.These polls and estimates were completed before the shooting at the Trump rally Saturday in Pennsylvania.These state-level estimates are derived from CBS News' statistical model, based on this survey of voters across the seven battleground states. As has been...
Law enforcement swarm home of Trump rally shooter in Bethel Park
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - Law enforcement swarmed a Bethel Park home believed to be connected to the shooter in the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump. Public records show the home, located on Milford Drive in Bethel Park, is that of 20-year-old Thomas Crooks, who federal law enforcement officials identified as the shooter who opened fire at the rally in Butler on Saturday evening.The road to the home was shut down on Sunday and neighbors have been evacuated.One neighbor, who lives only a few homes down the road from the gunman, said police evacuated from her home in the middle of...
Trump rally gunman identified as 20-year-old Pennsylvania man
The gunman who fired shots at former President Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, Saturday night has been identified by the FBI as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks. Crooks was from Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, about an hour south of Butler. He was killed by a Secret Service sniper at the rally, officials said. In a statement, the FBI said: "The FBI has identified Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20, of Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, as the subject involved in the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump on July 13, in Butler, Pennsylvania. This remains an active and ongoing investigation, and anyone with information...
Three red cards issued as Crew snap LAFC's 10-match unbeaten run with 5-1 romp
Christian Ramírez scored a goal in each half, Juan "Cucho" Hernández and Alexandru Matan both had a goal and an assist and the defending-champion Columbus Crew thumped Los Angeles FC 5-1 on Saturday night with three red cards being handed out late in a testy rematch of last year's championship matchThe Crew (12-3-6), who earned a 2-1 victory in Columbus to win the MLS Cup last season, earned their fifth straight victory and snapped a 10-match unbeaten run by LAFC (13-5-4) that had moved the club into a three-way tie for first place in the Western Conference with Real Salt...
Firefighters battling massive fire at commercial structure in Fontana
Firefighters are battling a massive fire at a commercial building in Fontana. The blaze was first reported at around 8:30 p.m. at a pallet yard in the 1500 block of Whittram Avenue, according to San Bernardino County Fire Department officials. Crews reported that about a quarter-acre of stacked pallets were "well involved with exposures," and that multiple power poles were also involved. As the firefight continued, 13 engines, five trucks and about 70 firefighters were on the scene of the fire. "If you are in the area, please stay indoors due to smoke and air quality concerns," firefighters said on X. No evacuations have yet been ordered. The cause of the blaze remains under investigation. This is a developing story. Check back for details.
Soriano leads the Angels' strong mound effort in a 2-1 victory over the Mariners
Jo Adell drove in an early run and had two hits, and José Soriano pitched six resourceful innings in the Los Angeles Angels' 2-1 victory over the Seattle Mariners on Saturday night.Four Angels pitchers held Seattle scoreless for the final eight innings, with Carlos Estévez pitching the ninth for his 17th save. Los Angeles has limited the first-place Mariners to one earned run in the last 16 innings of this series, with the Angels winning both games."Pitching, defense, timely hitting," Angels manager Ron Washington said. "That's what it was. We played a solid ballgame."Soriano (5-7) gave up just one run...
Petar Musa, Logan Farrington each score as Dallas beats Galaxy 2-0
Petar Musa and Logan Farrington each scored a goal to help FC Dallas beat the LA Galaxy 2-0 Saturday night. Farrington's one-touch shot from the right side of the area was kick-saved by goalkeeper John McCarthy but Musa was there for the putback into a wide-open net from the center of the area that gave Dallas a 1-0 lead in the 19th minute. Musa became the first FC Dallas player to score in three consecutive MLS regular season games since Jesús Ferreira in May 2023. Farrington slipped behind the defense, ran onto a long arcing ball from Asier Illarramendi and beat McCarthy one on one for a goal that made it 2-0 in the 55th. Maarten Paes had one save for Dallas (7-11-5). The Galaxy were shutout for the first time since a 0-0 tie with Charlotte FC on May 18.Dallas had 78% possession and outshot LA 19-11, 6-1 on target. McCarthy stopped four shots for LA. LA (12-5-7) has lost two of its last three games.
Trump rally attendee says he saw alleged shooter "move from roof to roof"
BUTLER, Pa. (KDKA) -- An attendee at former President Donald Trump's rally at the Butler County fairgrounds says he saw the alleged shooter on a rooftop about "200 to 250 yards" away from where Trump was delivering remarks to supporters Saturday.Trump is safe after he was rushed offstage by Secret Service agents and whisked away to a secure location after blood could be seen coming from his face after shots rang out. The shooter was fatally shot by a Secret Service sniper, law enforcement sources told CBS News. Ben Macer told KDKA-TV's Jennifer Borraso that he was up along the fence line and...
A look at past attacks against U.S. presidents and candidates
A shooting at a Pennsylvania rally on Saturday that injured former President Donald Trump has heightened concerns about political violence and increased awareness of past attacks and assassination attempts against presidents and candidates. In a social media post shared on Saturday night, Trump thanked law enforcement officials for their quick actions after he was "shot with a bullet that pierced the upper part of my right ear."The Butler County district attorney confirms to CBS Pittsburgh station KDKA that two people are dead — the gunman and an audience member. Two law enforcement sources told CBS News the gunman was killed by a Secret...
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