Giving voice to all communities
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Influential activist and feminist leader Dorothy Pitman Hughes was given some overdue recognition with the dedication of a plaque in her honor in her hometown of Lumpkin, Georgia. Hughes was a founding force in emerging social movements that are now well-established, including women's rights. She has now retired from public life, but CBS News' Michelle Miller sat down with those closest to Hughes.
This Saturday marks the one-year anniversary of the death of former congressman and civil rights icon John Lewis. But his successor, Congresswoman Nikema Williams, is determined to carry on Lewis' legacy by continuing to get into "good trouble." Nikole Killion has more.
His first canvases were the walls and subway cars of New York City. But from that humble beginning, Jean-Michel Basquiat would change art, music and hip-hop culture. Dana Jacobson takes a look at how his influence is still being felt.
He dubbed himself "The Clown Prince of Hip Hop." Rapper Biz Markie reached stardom with his 1989 ode to the brokenhearted. He died Friday, according to his representative. CBS News’ Jeff Glor takes a look back at his life.
Ida B. Wells died 90 years ago, but her legacy of advocacy and journalism continues to inspire a new generation. CBS News’ Michelle Miller speaks with Nikole Hannah-Jones and Wells' great-granddaughter about why her trailblazing legacy still inspires today.
Several Black England players have been the targets of racist abuse on social media following England's defeat to Italy. There has been a swift condemnation of the abuse from leading figures in the U.K. England Manager Gareth Southgate said the abuse is unforgivable. Imtiaz Tyab reports.
26-year-old photographer Flo Ngala got her big break capturing icons from Cardi B to Stacey Abrams. After George Floyd's murder, she began to shift her focus to photojournalism. Vladimir Duthiers reports.
Only on “CBS This Morning,” Asha Walker, CEO and founder of Health in the Hood, discusses ways in which her organization is helping to address food inequities in her local community. Walker will also reveal how your zip code has a direct impact on your health.
For decades the 90-year-old artist best-known for her story quilts has refused to bow to convention, as she stitched a vibrant tapestry of art, history and social commentary.
A Chicago family opened up a hot dog business during the pandemic, and while most restaurants struggled, they found a way to thrive. "Hot Dog Box" features a creative menu of hot dogs, all served by a loving father-daughter duo. Adriana Diaz reports.
