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Mass shootings marred Independence Day celebrations across the U.S.

The shooting at the Highland Park parade was not the only deadly incident involving gun violence over the holiday weekend. Doug Kouns, a former FBI agent and owner of the private investigation firm Veracity IRR, joins "Red and Blue" to discuss the spate of shootings.

Similarities uncovered among suspects in mass shootings in Buffalo, Uvalde and Highland Park

New information is being uncovered about the suspected gunman in the Fourth of July parade shooting in Highland Park, Illinois. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge breaks down the latest on the investigation.

What are "red flag" laws?

In an attempt to prevent future mass shootings in the U.S., President Biden recently signed the bipartisan Safer Communities Act into law, providing grants for states to implement "red flag" laws. But what are red flag laws, and how do they help?

Mother recounts escaping July 4 parade rampage

Adriana Diaz spoke with a mother of three young boys who was at the Highland Park parade with her family when a gunman opened fire. She described running from the gunfire and trying to protect her children from seeing the carnage.

"CBS Evening News" headlines for Tuesday, July 5, 2022

Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell."

CBS Evening News, July 4, 2022

Manhunt underway after mass shooting at July 4 parade; Meet the TikTok generation's favorite baseball team

Police body cam footage released in Jayland Walker shooting case

Protests bubbled over Sunday night following the release of police body cam footage showing the pursuit and killing of 25-year-old Jayland Walker after a traffic stop. Walker, a Black man, was shot up to 60 times by police after what Akron, Ohio police say was a car chase then foot pursuit. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston joined Anne-Marie Green from Akron, Ohio with a detailed report.

At least 6 killed in shooting at Illinois parade; person of interest in custody

A person of interest was arrested more than eight hours after the shooting following a brief vehicle pursuit.

Jan. 6 panel considers criminal referral against Trump

The House committee investigating the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol is talking publicly about the possibility it will recommend the first-ever prosecution of a former president. Meanwhile, CBS News has learned that Donald Trump has told allies he's considering announcing a 2024 presidential bid early. Scott MacFarlane has the latest.

Meet the TikTok generation's favorite baseball team

The Savannah Bananas are messing with baseball's rich traditions, becoming a viral video sensation. Kris Van Cleave shares more on the team turning baseball into a circus.