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Eye Opener: Police probed in school shooting
Anger and confusion continues to grow as more details about the police response to the Texas school shooting are released. Also, the National Rifle Association’s annual convention is held in Houston despite protests. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener.
59 years have passed since a Woolworth sit-in
Saturday marks the 59th anniversary of when Tougaloo College students and faculty staged a sit-in at the Woolworth's lunch counter in Jackson, Mississippi. The historic moment was documented by an iconic photograph that shows the sit-in by civil rights activists protesting segregation and the violent reaction that soon provoked. Elise Preston spoke to some of those who were there that day and saw it first-hand.
High gas prices not deterring travelers
As gas prices remain at a record high, millions of drivers are expected to travel this holiday weekend. More than 39 million people are expected to travel at least 50 miles from home, an increase of more than 8% over last year. Michael George has the latest on the costs of getting out on the road this summer.
Rare photos of a young Queen Elizabeth
Preparations are underway to mark Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee next week. Sotheby's is putting dozens of royal portraits and tiaras on display for the royal event. Roxana Saberi got a rare look at previously unseen images and home movies of the British monarch.
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NRA convention draws protesters as gun reform debate heats up
The convention kicked off in the same state where 19 children and two adults were killed earlier in the week.
Official provides detailed timeline of school shooting, police response
A top law enforcement official provided the most detailed description yet of what happened during the deadly Texas school shooting.
More than 3,500 flights canceled over Memorial Day weekend
More than 1,200 flights were canceled as of 2 p.m EST Saturday, according to flight tracking website FlightAware.
Delay in breaching classroom during school shooting was "wrong decision," official says
Nearly 20 officers were in a hallway for more than 45 minutes before agents used a master key to open a door and confront the gunman, authorities said.
2 dead, 3 missing after 2 boats collide in Georgia
Four others were rescued, with one having to be airlifted out of the water with an apparent leg injury.
Judge gives initial OK to $1B deal in Florida condo collapse
Under the agreement, people involved in the settlement directly will have until June 16 to file a notice they intend to opt out.
Tropical Storm Agatha could become "life-threatening" hurricane
The storm could pack winds as high as 100 mph at landfall, and forecasters warned of "potentially life-threatening flash flooding and mudslides."
Ex-college player not guilty of killing man he says he thought was a woman
Isimemen Etute testified that he felt "violated" when he discovered the Tinder match he believed to be a woman was actually a man.
At least 31 killed in stampede during charity event in southern Nigeria
The stampede at the program organized by the Kings Assembly pentecostal church in Rivers state involved many people who were seeking assistance, police said.
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Russia says it captured key city, aims to widen east Ukraine battle
Zelenskyy is accusing Moscow of carrying out "genocide" amid Russia's rapid advance in two key regions of eastern Ukraine.
U.S. leaning toward meeting Ukraine's desperate plea for "heavy weapons"
As Ukraine's top diplomat says the only battlefield advantage Russia has is a stockpile of big artillery, a U.S. official tells CBS News that Washington may try to help.
U.S. stymied trying to seize oligarch's yacht in Fiji
The ship's crew "are refusing to sail" with U.S. authorities, according to a court document.
Ukraine video shows massive shelling: "Most horrific war of the 21st century"
Ukraine's defense ministry says "Ukraine is ready to strike back" — but can only do so it gets NATO-style multiple launch rocket systems.
CBS News team and Ukrainian troops duck for cover from Russian artillery
The farming village near the city of Kherson was taken back from Russia's occupying forces weeks ago. As CBS News' Imtiaz Tyab discovered, it's still being punished.
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650 cases of severe hepatitis in kids reported since April, WHO says
The cases, which have so far puzzled health officials, have been reported in 33 different countries since early April.
Anonymous donor to pay for funerals of Texas school shooting victims
Nineteen students and two teachers died in the shooting at Robb Elementary School.
Cause of death revealed for boy found in suitcase in Indiana
"Someone knows who this child is," Sgt. Carey Huls said. "He didn't show up in Washington County in a suitcase by himself."
World's largest whiskey bottle sells for nearly $1.4 million
The Intrepid contains 444 standard bottles, or 68.41 gallons, worth of whiskey.
Woman who broke flight attendant's teeth gets 15 months in prison
The flight attendant suffered three chipped teeth along with bruises and a cut under her eye that needed stitches.
Real Madrid earns 14th European title with 1-0 win over Liverpool
Brazil winger Vinícius Júnior applied a close-range finish in the 59th minute from Federico Valverde's drive across the face of goal.
I tested positive for COVID, so I interviewed Dr. Fauci
"If you were not vaccinated and double-boosted, then you would have had a much more severe outcome than you have right now," he told me.
Mexico's president wants to re-name notorious drug-growing area
Mexico has been trapped in a spiral of cartel-related violence that has left more than 340,000 dead since 2006.
Jury starts deliberations in lawsuit between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
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House hunters take note: The market is starting to cool
Mortgage applications are down and home sales have slumped as rising mortgage rates scare away some potential buyers.
New York accuses 30 retailers of price-gouging for baby formula
Amid a nationwide shortage, the state's top prosecutor said she is going after retailers who overcharge for essential nutrition.
The 25 highest-paying internships in 2022, ranked
With compensation reaching up to nearly $10,000 per month, these internships are big deals.
Key inflation gauge eases for the first time since 2020
Although U.S. inflation remains painfully high, two closely watched barometers suggest prices are moderating.
NRA, long viewed as invincible, faces shrinking membership
Gun rights organization, which holds its annual conference this weekend, is attracting renewed scrutiny after Uvalde massacre.
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I tested positive for COVID, so I interviewed Dr. Fauci
"If you were not vaccinated and double-boosted, then you would have had a much more severe outcome than you have right now," Fauci told CBS News' Major Garrett.
White House touts efforts to expand COVID test-to-treat sites amid latest wave
The moves come in the midst of a surge of COVID hospitalizations among the oldest Americans.
Probe reveals details of boozy parties at U.K. leader's house during COVID lockdown
Prime Minister Boris Johnson told indignant lawmakers he'd "learned a lesson," but the "best thing now for our country is to move forward together."
One legacy of COVID-19: More cash for Americans in need
Guaranteed income programs are sprouting up around the U.S. One mayor calls them "a form of economic resilience."
"Long COVID" symptoms affect 1 in 4 seniors after infection, study finds
Respiratory symptoms and musculoskeletal pain were the most common lingering health issues reported.
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Joan Trumpauer Mulholland recalls 1963 sit-in protest
Joan Trumpauer Mulholland was one of those photographed staging a sit-in to protest segregation in the south.
The Dish: Chef Santiago Lastra
Chef Santiago Lastra was named GQ'S magazine chef of the year for 2021. He creates Mexican food without traditional Mexican ingredients. Jeff Glor sat down with the chef and experienced what it was like to eat at England's only Michelin star Mexican restaurant.
Lincoln Memorial marks 100 years
On Monday, the Lincoln Memorial, one of the nation's greatest monuments, turns 100 years old. But while the building was conceived as a shrine and a temple, it quickly took on another role—as the nation's premier backdrop for demonstrations demanding social change. Michelle Miller has more.
Artist honors the "Harlem Hellfighters"
To mark this Memorial Day, Nancy Chen talked to the innovative artist who created the remarkable portrait of the "Harlem Hellfighters" on display at the Renwick Gallery of the Smithsonian Art Museum in Washington D.C.
59 years have passed since a Woolworth sit-in
Saturday marks the 59th anniversary of when Tougaloo College students and faculty staged a sit-in at the Woolworth's lunch counter in Jackson, Mississippi. The historic moment was documented by an iconic photograph that shows the sit-in by civil rights activists protesting segregation and the violent reaction that soon provoked. Elise Preston spoke to some of those who were there that day and saw it first-hand.
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Sneak peek: Death by Text
Inside the groundbreaking case of a crime of the digital age — a young woman convicted of involuntary manslaughter because she used text messages to encourage a friend to take his own life. "48 Hours"' Erin Moriarty reports. Watch Saturday, May 28 at 10/9c on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.
“Please Don’t Tell”
Twin sisters say they were attacked by a Black man. Are they telling the truth or hiding a family secret? "48 Hours" contributor David Begnaud reports.
The Disappearance of Jennifer Dulos
Newly released video shows police grilling Michelle Troconis, the ex-girlfriend of Fotis Dulos, about the disappearance of his wife Jennifer: “I didn’t do it.” Does she know more? "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty reports.
Chasing Catherine Shelton (Part 2)
A journalist finds herself in a game of cat and mouse with a skilled former attorney dogged by mayhem and suspicions of murder. Why do bad things happen to the men in Catherine Shelton’s life? Follow "48 Hours" contributor Jenna Jackson's quest for answers.
Chasing Catherine Shelton (Part 1)
A journalist finds herself in a game of cat and mouse with a skilled former attorney dogged by mayhem and suspicions of murder. Why do bad things happen to the men in Catherine Shelton’s life? "48 Hours" contributor Jenna Jackson reports.
The Uplift — Stories That Inspire
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LeBron James surprises Ohio kids on their last day of school
When LeBron James walked into the I Promise School in Akron, Ohio, the kids went wild.
Land artist Jon Foreman, whose canvas is a beach
Artist Jon Foreman finds inspiration in nature and a receding tide, using rocks that he finds, or raked sand, to turn the beaches of Wales into spectacular designs that are destined to be washed away. Correspondent Seth Doane reports on landscape art that is stunning – and fleeting.
Pediatric nurse uses healing power of music to bring kids joy
As a kid, Manny Remilus was in and out of the hospital, and the nurses there made his stays easier. He wanted to do the same for the next generation.
High school student runs sub-4 minute mile, breaking record
Gary Martin has gotten extremely close to breaking this record during other track meets this year, but at a meet on Monday, he finally did it.
A congresswoman thought she was filming an ad. She was getting engaged
Mace was hesitant to knock on the door at first, not wanting to surprise the residents inside by showing up with her camera crew. But the person who opened the door shocked her.
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Reverb: Gun Fight | CBS Reports
CBS Reports explores gun violence victims' fight to pass gun control laws in Virginia in the wake of mass shootings and the armed resistance determined to stop them from passing.
Are the Kids All Right?: Gen(der) Z
For an unprecedented number of young people in Gen Z, gender is a social construct that needs dismantling. In this CBS Reports documentary, we follow four teens with diverse gender identities to see how they are dealing with and experiencing a world that’s redefining gender.
Are the Kids All Right?: Free Speech
Is free speech under threat? CBS Reports explores that question with members of Gen Z, many of whom say their right to free expression is eroding.
Are the Kids All Right?: The Internet
Gen Z is the first generation to go from birth through adolescence completely connected. This episode of the CBS Reports documentary series "Are the Kids All Right?" reveals the toll the online world is taking on kids’ self-esteem and self-control, as well as how some intrepid teens are trying to reshape their generation's relationship with technology.
Are the Kids All Right?: Racism
A racial reckoning is happening in America, but the voices of kids and teens are often missing from that conversation. In this episode of the CBS Reports documentary series "Are the Kids All Right?" young people from across the country share their perspectives on race and firsthand experiences with racism in the U.S. today.
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The next PS5 restock is Friday: What you need to know to finally score a PlayStation 5
Looking to buy a PS5? Here's a handy guide for tracking restocks at Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, Gamestop and more.
Best washers and dryer deals in 2022, including huge discounts on Samsung
Shop the best washers and dryers from LG, Samsung and Maytag.
Best Ikea alternatives at Amazon
These Amazon picks include free two-day shipping and Ikea's similar budget-friendly prices.
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2 dead, 3 missing after 2 boats collide in Georgia
Four others were rescued, with one having to be airlifted out of the water with an apparent leg injury.
NRA convention draws protesters as gun reform debate heats up
The convention kicked off in the same state where 19 children and two adults were killed earlier in the week.
Delay in breaching classroom during school shooting was "wrong decision," official says
Nearly 20 officers were in a hallway for more than 45 minutes before agents used a master key to open a door and confront the gunman, authorities said.
Jury starts deliberations in lawsuit between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
More than 3,500 flights canceled over Memorial Day weekend
More than 1,200 flights were canceled as of 2 p.m EST Saturday, according to flight tracking website FlightAware.
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Maker of rifle used in Uvalde withdraws from NRA convention
"This week is not the appropriate time to be promoting our products," an executive said in an email.
Russia's ruble is the strongest currency in the world this year
After its value plunged to less than a U.S. penny, the ruble is now trading 30% higher than before Russia attacked Ukraine. Why?
Some U.S. counties requiring warning signs where guns are sold
If signs prevent one suicide, homicide or unintentional death of a child, they're worth it, says county legislator.
Wall Street breaks 7-week losing streak — longest since 2001
Investors cheered by economic data showing that inflation slowed in April for the first time since November 2020.
New York accuses 30 retailers of price-gouging for baby formula
Amid a nationwide shortage, the state's top prosecutor said she is going after retailers who overcharge for essential nutrition.
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At NRA forum, Trump mocks GOP leaders who didn't attend
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, Sen. John Cornyn and other politicians and musicians decided not to go to the NRA event after the mass shooting in Uvalde on Tuesday.
Trump election interference grand jury to hear from Raffensperger
The Georgia secretary of state has been summoned to appear before a special grand jury Thursday.
5 Republican candidates for Michigan governor barred from ballot over invalid signatures
A Michigan business owner has filed a lawsuit to try to get on Michigan's August primary ballot.
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 29, 2022
Senator Chris Murphy, Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson, Uvalde County Commissioner Ronald (Ronnie) Garza and more appear on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" this Sunday.
Pennsylvania Senate GOP primary recount begins
Barely 900 votes separate celebrity heart surgeon Dr. Mehmet Oz from former hedge fund CEO David McCormick.
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New link between mental health and arthritis
Clinical health psychologist Dr. Natalie Datillo explains how patients can make connections to reduce pain and increase mobility.
650 cases of severe hepatitis in kids reported since April, WHO says
The cases, which have so far puzzled health officials, have been reported in 33 different countries since early April.
At least 4 states now offering monkeypox vaccine to at-risk contacts
Health officials are responding to at least 13 monkeypox cases identified in eight different states.
Dr. Anthony Fauci on "The Takeout"
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.
Some U.S. counties requiring warning signs where guns are sold
If signs prevent one suicide, homicide or unintentional death of a child, they're worth it, says county legislator.
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Real Madrid earns 14th European title with 1-0 win over Liverpool
Brazil winger Vinícius Júnior applied a close-range finish in the 59th minute from Federico Valverde's drive across the face of goal.
650 cases of severe hepatitis in kids reported since April, WHO says
The cases, which have so far puzzled health officials, have been reported in 33 different countries since early April.
At least 31 killed in stampede during charity event in southern Nigeria
The stampede at the program organized by the Kings Assembly pentecostal church in Rivers state involved many people who were seeking assistance, police said.
Mexico's president wants to re-name notorious drug-growing area
Mexico has been trapped in a spiral of cartel-related violence that has left more than 340,000 dead since 2006.
World's largest whiskey bottle sells for nearly $1.4 million
The Intrepid contains 444 standard bottles, or 68.41 gallons, worth of whiskey.
Entertainment
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Jury starts deliberations in lawsuit between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
Anaïs Mitchell performs “Brooklyn Bridge"
Born and raised in Vermont, Anaïs Mitchell started writing songs when she was 17 years old. She's released eight studio albums - including one that led to her Tony and Grammy award-winning musical, "Hadestown." For “Saturday Sessions,” Anaïs Mitchell performs “Brooklyn Bridge."
Anaïs Mitchell performs “Bright Star.”
Born and raised in Vermont, Anaïs Mitchell started writing songs when she was 17 years old. She's released eight studio albums - including one that led to her Tony and Grammy award-winning musical, "Hadestown." For “Saturday Sessions,” Anaïs Mitchell performs “Bright Star.”
Anaïs Mitchell performs "On Your Way"
Born and raised in Vermont, Anaïs Mitchell started writing songs when she was 17 years old. She's released eight studio albums - including one that led to her Tony and Grammy award-winning musical, "Hadestown." For “Saturday Sessions,”Anaïs Mitchell performs "On Your Way" from her new, self-titled album.
Anaïs Mitchell on her return to recording
Born and raised in Vermont, Anaïs Mitchell started writing songs when she was 17 years old. She's released eight studio albums - including one that led to her Tony and Grammy award-winning musical, "Hadestown." Anthony Mason spoke with her about her remarkable career and her return to recording.
Technology
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Apple hikes starting pay for retail workers amid union push
IPhone maker is lifting its minimum wage for store employees to $22 per hour, according to a report.
Elon Musk revises Twitter financing plan to include more equity
News alleviates investor doubts over billionaire's resolve, sending Twitter stocks up 5.5% in after-hours trading.
Twitter deceived people about how it used their data, FTC says
Feds allege the social media service cited security reasons in asking for phone numbers and emails, but used the info for ads.
Social media and the Texas school shooting
Texas Governor Greg Abbott says the school shooting suspect posted several messages about his plans on Facebook minutes before the attack. The company says they were private chat messages. CBS News tech reporter Dan Patterson has the latest on that part of the investigation.
Kids talk impact of cell phones
Nate Burleson sits down with kids to discuss the affects of cell phones and social media on their growth and development. They address the pressures of having a cell phone at an early age.
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Scientists to study planets deep in the Milky Way
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope could soon provide some answers about other planets in the far reaches of the Milky Way. Assistant astronomer at the Space Telescope Science Institute Néstor Espinoza speaks with CBS News anchor Lana Zak about the what scientists hope to learn from these other planets.
Chanting climate change activists disrupt Shell shareholders meeting
Some sang "We will, we will stop you!" to the tune of Queen's 1977 rock anthem "We will rock you." Some glued themselves to their seats.
U.S. and Japan teaming to put first Japanese astronaut on moon
No non-American has ever touched down on the lunar surface, and Japan has previously said it hopes to achieve a Moon landing by the end of this decade.
"Efficient predator": Invasive green crab found in new area
The Carcinus maenas — or "raving mad crab" — preys on juvenile clams, out-competes native crab species and wreaks havoc on marine ecosystems.
Major climate indicators set "alarming" records in 2021, U.N. says
The ocean is more acidic than it's been in 26,000 years and hotter than ever as greenhouse gases continue to flood the atmosphere. Here's what it could mean for the climate crisis.
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Uvalde residents seek answers from police
Uvalde residents and investigators are seeking answers regarding the police’s response to the school massacre that took place earlier this week. Omar Villafranca reports.
Delay in breaching classroom during school shooting was "wrong decision," official says
Nearly 20 officers were in a hallway for more than 45 minutes before agents used a master key to open a door and confront the gunman, authorities said.
Ex-Proud Boys leader to stay jailed until Capitol riot trial
Henry "Enrique" Tarrio poses a danger to the public, U.S. District Judge Timothy Kelly said in an order issued late Friday.
Mexico's president wants to re-name notorious drug-growing area
Mexico has been trapped in a spiral of cartel-related violence that has left more than 340,000 dead since 2006.
Timeline of the Texas school shooting
The timeline of the school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, has been rapidly evolving, with officials revealing new and more disturbing details of the massacre every day. Here's what we know so far.
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Comet that split apart in 1995 could produce rare meteor storm
"Amateur and professional astronomers around the world have been tracking its spectacular disintegration for years," NASA said.
NASA moon rocket ready for another fueling test
A successful fueling test will clear the way for the moon rocket's first test flight as early as August.
Boeing Starliner ends test flight with pinpoint landing
SpaceX launched 59 small payloads while Boeing wrapped up its Starliner space station flight
Boeing's Starliner catches up with space station
For the first time, two U.S. astronaut ferry ships, from two different vendors are docked at space station.
Boeing Starliner capsule sets off after space station
Grounded earlier by software bugs and corroded valves, Boeing says the Starliner is finally ready for flight.
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The 25 highest-paying internships in 2022, ranked
With compensation reaching up to nearly $10,000 per month, these internships are big deals.
Gun deaths by state
Shooting death rates have skyrocketed since the pandemic, in these states in particular.
What Happened to Tara Grinstead?
A beloved Georgia H.S. teacher went missing in 2005. Over 11 years later, an unexpected arrest -- but will we ever know the truth of what happened?
The best jobs in America in 2022, ranked
Glassdoor recently unveiled its list... and it's not all tech.
The best places to work in 2022, ranked
It's not only tech companies that continue to win over employees with flexible work environments, good pay and better benefits.
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Are the Kids All Right?: Gen(der) Z
For an unprecedented number of young people in Gen Z, gender is a social construct that needs dismantling. In this CBS Reports documentary, we follow four teens with diverse gender identities to see how they are dealing with and experiencing a world that’s redefining gender.
Russian forces claim to have captured key city
Russian forces continue their assault on the easter part of Ukraine. Three months into the invasion, Debora Patta takes a look at the destruction left behind.
Second day of NRA convention in Houston
The National Rifle Association’s annual convention entered its second day in Houston, just days after a mass shooting at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, left 19 children and two adults dead. Former President Donald Trump spoke at the convention and defended gun rights while many gathered outside to protest. Robert Costa has more.
Holiday weekend travel up despite gas prices
Despite record-high gas prices increasing the cost of travel, millions of Americans are hitting the road and taking to the skies for Memorial Day weekend. Tom Wait has more.
Uvalde residents seek answers from police
Uvalde residents and investigators are seeking answers regarding the police’s response to the school massacre that took place earlier this week. Omar Villafranca reports.