Voices of the civil rights movement
To mark Martin Luther King Jr's birthday, "Sunday Morning" talks with some of those who were engaged from the very beginning of the civil rights movement, from sit-ins and marches to the Supreme Court.
The Long March For Civil Rights
Voices of the civil rights movement
As we mark Martin Luther King Jr's birthday, Martha Teichner talks with some of those who were engaged from the very beginning of the civil rights movement: Arthenia Joyner, who was a Black high school student who took part in a sit-in at a Whites-only lunch counter in Tampa, Fla.; Jawana Jackson, who as a child participated with her mother in the Selma-to-Montgomery march in the wake of "Bloody Sunday"; and attorney Fred Gray, who won four civil rights cases before the Supreme Court by the age of 35.
Brown v. Board of Education: Ending the "separate but equal" doctrine
In December 1953, attorney Thurgood Marshall argued before the Supreme Court against racial segregation, leading to a landmark court ruling.
Celebrating July 2, America's other Independence Day
On July 2, 1964, President Johnson signed into law the Civil Rights Act, ending our nation's apartheid. Mark Updegrove, president & CEO of the LBJ Foundation, looks back on a watershed moment in American democracy when segregation was finally made illegal.
Mark Whitaker on the history of the Black power movement
The author of "Saying It Loud: 1966-The Year Black Power Challenged the Civil Rights Movement" examines the birth of Black Power, and the lessons (and warnings) for today's activists.
Black travel guide
For much of the 20th century, African Americans were routinely refused service at many businesses. Victor Green, a New York City postal worker, created a travel guide called the "The Negro Motorist Green Book" that listed establishments that would not turn them away, reports Mark Strassmann.
Bryan Stevenson on teaching history and the pursuit of justice
The attorney who helped save 145 wrongly-convicted prisoners from execution talks about his latest project: The Legacy Museum in Montgomery, Ala., educating Americans about the history of slavery and racial violence as a first step in healing.
Remembering MLK Jr.'s fight for voting rights
It was 57 years ago that Martin Luther King Jr. led a massive crowd from Selma to Montgomery as they marched for voting rights. At the end of the march, he delivered a powerful speech on the steps of the state Capitol in Montgomery, Alabama.
Civil rights pioneer's record cleared
In 1955, Claudette Colvin was arrested in Alabama for refusing to give up her seat on a bus to a White woman. That incident happened nine months before Rosa Parks. "History had me glued to the seat," Colvin says. David Begnaud joins CBSN AM with more about a new development in her story.
Studies show that even though 60 years have passed since the Supreme Court’s landmark Brown v Board of Education decision, segregation remains widespread in the U.S.
Studies show that even though 60 years have passed since the Supreme Court’s landmark Brown v Board of Education decision, segregation remains widespread in the U.S. One school in New York is trying to buck that trend. Elaine Quijano reports.
Ta-Nehisi Coates on Obama & Trump
Barack Obama officially became America's first black president in January 2009 at his inauguration. Afterward, the Atlantic's Ta-Nehisi Coates rose to prominence, earning a reputation as one of America's best writers on race. He won awards for his essays, "Fear of a Black President" and "The Case for Reparations." His book, "Between the World and Me," won the National Book Award for nonfiction. Coates joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss his new book, "We Were Eight Years in Power: An American Tragedy."
Little Rock Nine anniversary
It was 60 years ago Monday that nine African American children entered an all-white high school in Little Rock - after the Supreme Court declared separate schools for blacks and whites unconstitutional. The eight survivors recalled that milestone in civil rights history, and said the battle is not over. Jericka Duncan reports.
Emmett Till case
In 1955 Mississippi, a white woman claimed Emmett Till, 14 and black, whistled at her. That led to Till's lynching and death, which sparked the Civil Rights Movement. As Jim Axelrod reports, a new book says the woman changed her story.
1940 lynching apology
The LaGrange, Georgia, police chief researched the 1940 launching of a local black teenager and decided he needed to apologize for his department's actions back then. In the Jim Crow South, police looked the other way. David Begnaud reports.
Olympic anthem protesters
American sprinters Tommie Smith and John Carlos raised their black-gloved fists in protest at the 1968 Olympics while standing on the medal podium for the national anthem. Afterward, they were banished from the Olympic community. But on Thursday, President Obama welcomed the Olympians back, reports Margaret Brennan.
Emmett Till's legacy
The Smithsonian's Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C., is now open to the public. One of the museum's most-anticipated exhibits is a casket that carried the body of Emmett Till 61 years ago. It's so sacred visitors are not allowed to take videos or pictures. Michelle Miller reports on the story behind the casket.
African American museum opens
The Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture opened Saturday to the public. The opening ceremony for the museum, located on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., was punctuated by plenty of powerful moments. Gayle King reports.
Pioneering black business mogul
A woman from Washington, D.C., gave the Smithsonian's new National Museum of African American History and Culture treasured family heirlooms linked to one of the first African-American business moguls. Marlie Hall reports.
New African-American museum opens
It was a historic day in Washington - the grand opening of the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture. Congressman John Lewis, a veteran of the civil rights struggles, said, "This place is more than a building - it's a dream come true." The $540 million museum took more than four years to build. It sits near the Washington Monument. Marlie Hall reports.
New Smithsonian museum opens
The Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture officially opens Saturday. President Obama will dedicate the museum in a ceremony in the morning, joined by tens of thousands of people. Marlie Hall gives an early look inside the museum, which was first conceived by black Civil War veterans more than a hundred years ago.
A Monumental Project
In May 2015, 60 Minutes got a first look at the museum dedicated to African-American history and culture. This weekend, it finally opens in Washington
Alfred Street Baptist Church
Alfred Street Baptist Church in Alexandria, Virginia, is a founding donor for the Smithsonian's new National Museum of African American History and Culture, committing $1 million in donations to the museum. The senior pastor, Rev. Dr. Howard-John Wesley, tells CBS News about the church's donor base and why the members wanted to get involved in the historic project.
Oprah on African American museum
One of earliest supporters for the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture was Oprah Winfrey, who donated more than $20 million and is a member of its council. Winfrey joins "CBS This Morning" to share her emotional visit to the museum, and what she hopes visitors will take away.
John Lewis on progress and Civil Rights
Rep. John Lewis describes the pace of progress and his experiences fighting racial inequality
Extended interview: John Lewis, September 18
Saturday marks the official opening of the new Smithsonian Museum of African American History and Culture. CBS' "Face the Nation" visited the museum with a man who spent 15 years working on its establishment, Rep. John Lewis, D-Georgia.
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U.S. bars entry of FIFA World Cup referee from Somalia
Federal immigration authorities barred a Somali soccer referee who was slated to officiate the FIFA World Cup from entering the U.S. over the weekend, citing "vetting concerns."
Former NY Knick, NJ Sen. Bill Bradley says Trump "second fiddle" at Game 3
"The people are there to see these two teams play," Bill Bradley said of President Trump's plan to attend Game 3 of the NBA Finals on Monday night.
OpenAI says it filed confidential IPO as it positions itself for AI arms race
Going public will allow OpenAI, valued at $852 billion, to inject more cash into its business as the AI race quickens.
How to buy SpaceX shares as its blockbuster IPO readies for liftoff
SpaceX is setting aside a large chunk of shares for ordinary investors as it seeks to raise a record $75 billion. Here's what to know.
Can an AI agent cover for you while you're at the beach?
"AI can make everything that was on my plate visible to colleagues while I'm gone," one expert said.
Trump formally nominates Todd Blanche as attorney general
Currently acting attorney general, Todd Blanche may face an uphill confirmation battle from some wary Republican senators.
Judge voids Trump's $100,000 fee for new H-1B visas
U.S. District Judge Leo Sorokin ruled in favor of a group of 20 states that challenged President Trump's new $100,000 visa fee.
Pentagon updates religious codes after criticism from Mormons
On Friday, the Pentagon cut the number of religious affiliation codes from over 200 to 31 to help military chaplains streamline religious support services.
Trump walks out of interview with NBC
President Trump abruptly ended an interview with NBC News when repeatedly challenged on his claims of election fraud
Nearly half of Americans say they're worse off financially than a year ago
New York Fed survey shows growing concern about household finances and the job market, even as the job market remains solid.
Working remotely can hurt people's mental health, research finds
Although working remotely offers flexibility, it also takes a toll on people's mental health, experts said.
Man describes how a single moment as a teen changed his life
CBS News contributor David Begnaud shows an athletic coach in Illinois how he impacted one of his students, changing the trajectory of that student's life forever.
Flooding could impact more than 88 million as storms threaten multiple states
States across the Midwest and northern Plains could see flooding as severe storms hit, forecasters say.
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U.S. launches largest-ever effort to denaturalize citizens accused of fraud
The Trump administration on Monday announced it is seeking to revoke the citizenship of 17 U.S. citizens accused of immigration fraud.
How an experimental weight-loss drug is being openly promoted by physicians
Doctors are jumping the gun to prescribe a medication lacking FDA approval that has gone viral on social media. "Why are we waiting?" one physician asked.
Lawsuit attempts to stop UFC fight at White House on Trump's birthday
The lawsuit calls the event "deeply corrupt" and argues that it seeks to enrich the president and his allies and lacks proper authorization.
Teen dies after showing symptoms of heat-related illness on Grand Canyon hike
An 18-year-old died last week on a hike deep in the Grand Canyon, after showing symptoms of heat-related illness, the National Park Service said.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," June 7, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Reps. Ro Khanna and Don Bacon join Margaret Brennan.
Khanna condemns Platner's past actions, but "they didn't come as a surprise" to Maine voters
"His actions were misogynistic, they were shameful, they were wrong," Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna, who campaigned with the Senate candidate on Friday, said.
Young applicants discuss the challenges of today's job search
With the unemployment rate for young workers about twice as high as the national average, "Sunday Morning" talks with recent graduates from across the country about how AI is affecting both their prospects and the hiring process itself.
5 taken to the hospital after strong winds at NCAA tournament
Video from the storm showed rain and wind that reached speeds of 40 mph tearing up a tent, with one person flying through the air while trying to hold it down as another person rolls uncontrollably down a hill.
Ex-boyfriend and fiancée behind fatal stabbing, shooting of Texas mom
What appeared to be an open-and-shut case for Texas investigators turned out to be a twisted murder plot involving victim Alyssa Beard's ex-boyfriend Andrew Beard and his fiancée Holly Elkins – who detectives say was the mastermind.
Golden Tempo wins the Belmont Stakes after also taking the Kentucky Derby
Golden Tempo made Cherie DeVaux the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner and the second woman to train a Belmont Stakes winner.
At least 12 people wounded in shooting near festival in Toledo, Ohio
Police in Toledo, Ohio, reported that there were believed to be at least two shooters. No suspects have been arrested.
Prediction markets have become a draw for young men. Here's why
Prediction markets have become a draw for young men in search of quick cash and thrills, experts say. "I had almost $4,600 at one point but squandered that," one man said.
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U.S. bars entry of FIFA World Cup referee from Somalia
Federal immigration authorities barred a Somali soccer referee who was slated to officiate the FIFA World Cup from entering the U.S. over the weekend, citing "vetting concerns."
Former NY Knick, NJ Sen. Bill Bradley says Trump "second fiddle" at Game 3
"The people are there to see these two teams play," Bill Bradley said of President Trump's plan to attend Game 3 of the NBA Finals on Monday night.
OpenAI says it filed confidential IPO as it positions itself for AI arms race
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How to buy SpaceX shares as its blockbuster IPO readies for liftoff
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Can an AI agent cover for you while you're at the beach?
"AI can make everything that was on my plate visible to colleagues while I'm gone," one expert said.
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OpenAI says it filed confidential IPO as it positions itself for AI arms race
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Can an AI agent cover for you while you're at the beach?
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Nearly half of Americans say they're worse off financially than a year ago
New York Fed survey shows growing concern about household finances and the job market, even as the job market remains solid.
Working remotely can hurt people's mental health, research finds
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Raman defeats Pratt to face Bass in LA mayoral election, CBS News projects
CBS News projects that incumbent Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass will face off against Nithya Raman in November's runoff election.
U.S. bars entry of FIFA World Cup referee from Somalia
Federal immigration authorities barred a Somali soccer referee who was slated to officiate the FIFA World Cup from entering the U.S. over the weekend, citing "vetting concerns."
Former NY Knick, NJ Sen. Bill Bradley says Trump "second fiddle" at Game 3
"The people are there to see these two teams play," Bill Bradley said of President Trump's plan to attend Game 3 of the NBA Finals on Monday night.
Trump formally nominates Todd Blanche as attorney general
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Judge voids Trump's $100,000 fee for new H-1B visas
U.S. District Judge Leo Sorokin ruled in favor of a group of 20 states that challenged President Trump's new $100,000 visa fee.
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Safety concerns over weight loss drug
There's a new safety concern about doctors prescribing one experimental weight loss treatment, retatrutide, that hasn't even been FDA approved yet. Adam Yamaguchi reports.
How an experimental weight-loss drug is being openly promoted by physicians
Doctors are jumping the gun to prescribe a medication lacking FDA approval that has gone viral on social media. "Why are we waiting?" one physician asked.
The promises and pitfalls of GLP-1 drugs
Approved 20 years ago as a diabetes treatment, GLP-1 drugs have been found to help patients reduce weight, changing the lives of more than 30 million people in the U.S. But there also have been troubling side effects reported.
The promises and pitfalls of GLP-1 drugs
Approved 20 years ago as a treatment for diabetes, GLP-1 drugs have been found also to help patients significantly reduce weight. More than 30 million people in the U.S. have had their lives changed by GLP-1 medications. But there have also been troubling side effects reported. Correspondent Tracy Smith talks with experts who say the drugs might prove useful in treating other diseases associated with obesity (including cancer); and with patients who have taken GLP-1 drugs and experienced widely varying reactions.
A breakthrough for Type 1 diabetes treatment
A medical breakthrough is showing promise for millions of Americans with Type 1 diabetes. It's an alternative to taking insulin without the injections. Mark Strassmann has more details.
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Great white shark captured on video in Mediterranean in rare sighting
Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
Russia bans Bill Browder's teen son after he exposes alleged crypto scheme
Russia sanctioned Alexander Browder, son of financier-turned-activist Bill Browder, after he unveiled an alleged cryptocurrency money laundering network.
Pope Leo denounces what he calls "scourge" of sexual abuse by Catholic clergy
Pope Leo XIV denounced the "scourge" of sexual violence by Catholic clergy and called for a "culture of care" in the Church ahead of an expected private meeting with victims in Spain.
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Iran and Israel say attacks halted after Trump tells both to "stop 'shooting'"
Iran and Israel declare a halt to fighting as President Trump says both are seeking an "immediate ceasefire" after a major escalation in the 101-day war.
Latvia says drone shot down as "result of Russian electronic warfare"
A series of drone incursions into countries neighboring Ukraine and Russia is fueling concern that their four-and-a-half year war could spread.
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Expert on UAPs, Spielberg's "Disclosure Day"
Garry Nolan, a professor of pathology at Stanford University School of Medicine and the executive director of the board for The Sol Foundation, joins CBS News 24/7 to discuss Steven Spielberg's new movie, "Disclosure Day," and its exploration of the existence of aliens on Earth.
Biggest winners from the 79th Tony Awards
CBS News New York's Dave Carlin breaks down the biggest wins and performances from the 79th Tony Awards.
Steven Spielberg talks "Disclosure Day"
Oscar-winning director Steven Spielberg talks to CBS News about his 34th feature film, "Disclosure Day," which explores what would happen if all of the evidence about UFOs and alien life was released to the entire world and proved we are not alone. He also discusses his opinion on aliens, saying they "have been here and they are here."
Highlights from the Tony Awards
At Broadway's biggest night, "Schmigadoon!" took home the award for best musical. Meanwhile, "Arthur Miller's 'Death of a Salesman'" won six Tony Awards, the most of the night. Jamie Wax has more on the winners and top moments.
Tony Awards honor "Schmigadoon!" and more. See the full winners list.
"Schmigadoon!" — which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 — won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.
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How to buy SpaceX shares as its blockbuster IPO readies for liftoff
SpaceX is setting aside a large chunk of shares for ordinary investors as it seeks to raise a record $75 billion. Here's what to know.
Can an AI agent cover for you while you're at the beach?
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Tackling job search struggles
LinkedIn's latest workforce report found hiring rates are nearly 5% lower than a year ago. Catherine Fisher, a LinkedIn career expert, explains how job applicants can break through the market, using AI when applying and more.
Prediction markets have become a draw for young men. Here's why
Prediction markets have become a draw for young men in search of quick cash and thrills, experts say. "I had almost $4,600 at one point but squandered that," one man said.
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Great white shark captured on video in Mediterranean in rare sighting
Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
El Niño could bring more widespread coral bleaching, NOAA warns
The expected arrival of El Niño this summer could trigger another mass coral bleaching event, which would be the fifth on record, researchers said.
Scientists find yeast in frozen mummy's guts, use it to make bread
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Meteor lights up southern Michigan
Days after a meteor exploded over New England, another fireball was spotted, visible in the Midwest to the Northeast. Rob Marciano has more.
Ancient coin, mysterious markings found under Notre Dame cathedral
A team of archaeologists at the iconic cathedral is digging straight down and back in time, to Roman Paris 2,000 years ago.
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Court appearance for fake boarding pass suspect
A man appeared in a Houston courtroom Monday after he was removed from a United Airlines flight last month for allegedly getting on the plane with a fake boarding pass. Jason Allen reports.
Chaos after mass shooting at Ohio festival
At least 12 people were injured during a mass shooting at the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, officials say. CBS News' Jonah Kaplan reports.
12 hurt in "gunfight" at Ohio festival, police say
Twelve people were injured, two of them critically, in what police are calling a "gunfight" that broke out at the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, on Saturday. Jonah Kaplan reports.
5 people stabbed at Penn Station, Amtrak police say
Six people, including the suspect, were taken to the hospital after a stabbing incident at New York City's Penn Station on Sunday evening.
The Plot to Eliminate Alyssa Burkett
A toxic couple orchestrates an elaborate plan to kill a mother. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.
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Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Sun erupts with 3 solar flares, raising chances of northern lights for U.S.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
Blue Origin vows to resume New Glenn launches despite explosion
Damage to Blue Origin's lone launch pad in the wake of last week's spectacular explosion was not as severe as initially feared, the company said.
NASA taps 2 companies to develop buggies for its moon base program
The FLEX Rover will be equipped to carry two astronauts and traverse hundreds of miles of lunar terrain.
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Democratic strategist Joel Payne and Republican strategist Harrison Fields join CBS News to discuss some of the week's top political news.
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Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are pushing back against President Trump's pick of Bill Pulte to be the next acting director of national intelligence. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has more.
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Safety concerns over weight loss drug
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Apple announces new safety features for kids
Apple on Monday announced new safety features for kids and parents, changing how they will use their devices. Jo Ling Kent reports.