Renowned Harvard professor breaks down significance of Juneteenth
Henry Louis Gates Jr. told CBS News that marking Juneteenth as a federal holiday was a long time coming.
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This NYPD detective had a secret: Her past
Detective Katrina Brownlee speaks out about joining the NYPD after she says it failed to protect her from her abusive fiancé — a correction officer.
Former teacher's lifelong collection of African American history to go up for auction
The collection features more than 20,000 items, including memorabilia from civil rights icons and superstars of the sports world.
Bisa Butler stitches Black history together one portrait at a time
Her life-size portraits look like they're from the strokes of a painter's brush — but Butler is a quiltmaker.
First Black congressman honored at U.S. Capitol
"Study the history. Know their history," said Representative Jim Clyburn in an interview with CBS News.
New Orleans art exhibition tackles issues that affect the city
"Prospect New Orleans" happens once every three years and showcases art in various museums and public spaces around the city.
Ibram X. Kendi on teaching Black history
As the United States celebrates Black History Month, teachers are facing roadblocks and controversy over how American history is taught. CBS News racial justice contributor and five-time New York Times best-selling author Ibram X. Kendi joins CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Errol Barnett to discuss efforts to ban Critical Race Theory in schools and why the context of Black history is needed.
Remarkable photos of Black America 100 years ago
What was life like a century ago? These photos offer a glimpse.
NHL's first Black player, Willie O'Ree, discusses his legacy
On "The Takeout" podcast this week, Major Garrett shares extended interview with the National Hockey League's first Black player.
Tuskegee Airmen recognized with Top Gun honor 73 years after winning
The all-Black group of military pilots won the first Top Gun competition, but weren't recognized for it until recently.
King family says holiday is no cause for celebration
In an interview with CBS News, the son of the slain civil rights leader says his father would be 'disappointed' in voting rights rollback
How Rosenwald schools transformed African-American education in the South
Industrialist Julius Rosenwald and educator Booker T. Washington build the schools to educate poor Black Americans.
Black veteran still waiting for Medal of Honor, 56 years later
Billy Waugh, the soldier whom Davis carried on his shoulders to safety, wrote in a 1981 statement, "I only have to close my eyes to vividly recall the gallantry of this individual."
Military needs "honest reckoning" over racism in its ranks
"Without Black veterans being front and center in the conversation about their service, their experiences, that history will be lost," says co-founder of Black veterans group.
New initiative amplifies Black sexual assault survivors' stories
me too. International, the National Women's Law Center and the Time's Up Foundation are launching their partnership with a video tribute called "A Love Letter to Black Survivors."
How "Bridgerton" hints at the "complete story" of Black Britain
Netfilx's hit period drama is breaking records, breaking boundaries and inflaming passions.
Confronting the ugly reality of racial bias in the workplace
81% of Black professionals say seeing other Black people in positions of leadership would make their workplace more inclusive, a new survey shows.
Meet Carter G. Woodson, the "Father of Black History"
Carter G. Woodson is given much credit for the creation of Black History Month.
Chicago theater group confronts racism through discussion
The theater group Collaboraction is having difficult conversations about race.
How Black History Month is different in 2021
It's been 45 years since "Negro History Week" expanded into Black History Month. This year, the celebration of the contributions of Black people comes in the wake of widespread protests over the death of George Floyd and a racial reckoning across the United States. Marc Morial, president of the National Urban League, joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss.
NAACP leader on Black History Month
NAACP president and CEO Derrick Johnson joins CBSN to discuss the importance of understanding Black history as well as how the NAACP is marking its 112th anniversary.
Authors talk new book "Four Hundred Souls"
As we mark the start of Black History Month, CBS News contributor Ibram X. Kendi and historian Keisha Blain join "CBS This Morning" to discuss their new book, "Four Hundred Souls: A Community History of African America, 1619-2019." They talk about the 90 writers and poets who collaborated in the book and why it's important for them to highlight the diversity of Black America.
Did you learn about Juneteenth in school? Many history lessons fall short
One educator says black history curriculums in schools are either "inadequate, inaccurate, or simply non-existent."
Oprah Winfrey on her trailblazer
For Black History Month, hear from Oprah Winfrey about her trailblazer's enduring lessons. Winfrey says reading Maya Angelou's book "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" as a teen helped her recognize that “a black girl’s story was worthy of being told and worthy of being heard.”
Viola Davis and Julius Tennon on the trailblazers who inspired them
For Black History Month, hear from actors Viola Davis and Julius Tennon about their trailblazers. Davis says Cicely Tyson was "everything" to her. Tennon says Sidney Poitier inspired him to "want to be great." We caught up with the two at TIME’s "The March" VR Exhibit taking visitors inside the 1963 March on Washington.
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Manchin on his political future: "Everything's on the table"
Sen. Joe Manchin, a Democrat from West Virginia, has not said whether he'll run for reelection in 2024.
Missing resident from collapsed Iowa apartment building found dead
The body of Branden Colvin, a 42-year-old resident of the building that partially collapsed last weekend in Davenport, Iowa, has been found.
GOP rep. says he's not ruling out a government shutdown
A shutdown would occur if Congress doesn't approve or extend government funding in the fall.
"The Book of Charlie": Wisdom from a centenarian neighbor
When author David Von Drehle moved into a new home, he found his neighbor, Charlie White, was not your typical 102-year-old. The colorful White, who'd already lived a couple of lifetimes, had a lot to teach others about making the most of our time alive.
Affirmative action opponents, supporters debate "colorblind" college admissions
With the Supreme Court poised to decide two cases challenging the consideration of race in college and university admissions, advocates both for and against discuss maintaining or eliminating the policy.
China defends intercepting U.S. destroyer in Taiwan Strait
China's vessel overtook the U.S. ship and then veered across its bow at a distance of 150 yards in an "unsafe manner," according to the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command.
16 migrants flown to California on chartered jet, left outside church
California Gov. Gavin Newsom met with the migrants Saturday, saying that the state is working to determine who planned the trip and whether any criminal laws were violated.
Poisoned cheesecake used as a weapon a first for NY investigators
Viktoria Nasyrova attempted to murder a woman with cheesecake. As one private investigator would find out, she had a list of alleged victims — including her ex-boyfriend's dog.
Odd crime scene leads to conflicting theories about shooting deaths
Investigators' initial suspicions in the deaths of a mother and daughter are upended by autopsy results and other evidence.
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Manchin on his political future: "Everything's on the table"
Sen. Joe Manchin, a Democrat from West Virginia, has not said whether he'll run for reelection in 2024.
Missing resident from collapsed Iowa apartment building found dead
The body of Branden Colvin, a 42-year-old resident of the building that partially collapsed last weekend in Davenport, Iowa, has been found.
GOP rep. says he's not ruling out a government shutdown
A shutdown would occur if Congress doesn't approve or extend government funding in the fall.
"The Book of Charlie": Wisdom from a centenarian neighbor
When author David Von Drehle moved into a new home, he found his neighbor, Charlie White, was not your typical 102-year-old. The colorful White, who'd already lived a couple of lifetimes, had a lot to teach others about making the most of our time alive.
Affirmative action opponents, supporters debate "colorblind" college admissions
With the Supreme Court poised to decide two cases challenging the consideration of race in college and university admissions, advocates both for and against discuss maintaining or eliminating the policy.
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Transcript: Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan that aired on "Face the Nation" on June 4, 2023.
FedEx: A 50-year revolution of business
When Fred Smith, a former Marine captain and decorated Vietnam veteran, started his next-day delivery company in 1973, he flew less than 190 packages to customers. Today the FedEx fleet moves 15 million packages a day to more than 200 countries around the world.
Biden signs debt ceiling bill that pulls U.S. back from brink of default
With just two days to spare, President Joe Biden has signed legislation that lifts the nation's debt ceiling.
AI eliminated nearly 4,000 jobs last month, report says
A report of U.S. job cuts showed roughly 5% of job losses in May were due to AI technology.
Another major insurer is halting new policy sales in California
Allstate and others say thousands of natural disasters in recent years have made the state too expensive to cover.
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Full transcript of "Face the Nation," June 4, 2023
On this "Face the Nation" broadcast, Louisiana Republican Rep. Garret Graves and West Virginia Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin join Margaret Brennan.
Manchin on his political future: "Everything's on the table"
Sen. Joe Manchin, a Democrat from West Virginia, has not said whether he'll run for reelection in 2024.
GOP rep. says he's not ruling out a government shutdown
A shutdown would occur if Congress doesn't approve or extend government funding in the fall.
Transcript: Ukrainian Ambassador Oksana Markarova on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Ukrainian Ambassador Oksana Markarova that aired on "Face the Nation" on June 4, 2023.
Transcript: Sen. Joe Manchin on "Face the Nation," June 4, 2023
The following is a transcript of an interview with Sen. Joe Manchin, Democrat of West Virginia, that aired on "Face the Nation" on June 4, 2023.
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Makers of toxic "forever chemicals" lied about safety, study claims
Companies hid evidence of PFAS' link to dead dogs, enlarged livers and birth defects, according to researchers.
Sweden close to becoming first "smoke free" country in Europe
Sweden, which has the lowest rate of smoking in the Europe Union, is close to declaring itself "smoke free."
Winter saw "large spike" in very rare pediatric brain infections, CDC reports
At least 102 were hospitalized in December, nearly double an earlier peak.
Canada is putting warning labels on each cigarette: "Poison in every puff"
The warnings - in English and French - include "poison in every puff," "tobacco smoke harms children" and "cigarettes cause impotence."
Fewer babies born in 2022, and teen births decline, CDC reports
The decline in births is "a very small difference" from the year before.
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Transcript: Ukrainian Ambassador Oksana Markarova on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Ukrainian Ambassador Oksana Markarova that aired on "Face the Nation" on June 4, 2023.
China defends intercepting U.S. destroyer in Taiwan Strait
China's vessel overtook the U.S. ship and then veered across its bow at a distance of 150 yards in an "unsafe manner," according to the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command.
Political clashes in Senegal leaves 15 dead
Rights groups have condemned the government crackdown, which has included arbitrary arrests and restrictions on social media.
3 Israeli soldiers killed in gun battle at Egyptian border
It was the first deadly exchange of fire along the Israel-Egypt border in over a decade.
Nearly 300 killed in one of India's deadliest train accidents
Footage from the accident site showed bodies lined up on tracks and the injured being shifted to hospitals while rescuers desperately looked through the overturned and jumbled metal train compartments.
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Mark Hamill on "The Machine," Luke Skywalker, and supporting Ukraine
The actor famous for playing a Jedi confronting his father in a galaxy far, far away talks about fame from "Star Wars"; playing a father himself in Bert Kreischer's new comedy; and lending his voice to defending Ukraine.
Mark Hamill on being Luke Skywalker
The actor famous for starring as a Jedi confronting his father in a galaxy far, far away, is now playing the father of Bert Kreischer, a comedian in trouble with the Russian mob, in the comedy "The Machine." Correspondent Tracy Smith sits down with Hamill to talk about being launched into the stratosphere with "Star Wars"; putting fame in perspective; and being a voice of hope to the people of Ukraine.
Photographers Kahran and Regis Bethencourt reimagine fairy tales
In their new book, "Crowned: Magical Folk and Fairy Tales from the Diaspora," photographers Kahran and Regis Bethencourt challenge preconceived notions about fairy tale heroines and shatter traditional beauty standards. Correspondent Faith Salie talks with the husband-and-white team who travel the world to capture photos celebrating differences.
Passage: In memoriam
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including songwriter Cynthia Weil, who - with her partner and husband Barry Mann - wrote such classics as "You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'."
Jodie Comer on the impact of "Prima Facie": "I think we were all really taken aback by it"
The Emmy-winning star of "Killing Eve" is now an Olivier Award-winner and Tony-nominee for her performance in the one-woman play "Prima Facie," as a British barrister confronting injustice in the legal system with regards to victims of sexual assault.
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What jobs are safe from AI?
Artificial intelligence will likely remake the workplace. A recent analysis from Goldman Sachs looked at the global impact, and found that AI could replace 300 million full-time jobs. Futurist Martin Ford joined CBS News to discuss the jobs he believes AI likely won't take, and what you can do if you're concerned your job may be replaced.
How to protect your home security camera from hackers
It's important to practice good "cyber hygiene" to prevent hackers, and even employees, from accessing sensitive information.
Money stored on apps like PayPal could be at risk, feds warn
Financial watchdog urges consumers who keep funds with a digital app to transfer the money to an insured bank account.
"The ChatGPT Revolution" explored in CBS doc
In a new documentary, CBS Reports explores the unleashing of artificial intelligence, a rapidly evolving technology. Entrepreneur João Santos, who created AIsthetic, an apparel company using CHatGPT as the CEO, joins CBS News.
Meta threatens news ban in California over bill to support journalism
Owner of Facebook and Instagram could bar users in the state from sharing news over bill requiring tech companies to pay news publishers.
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Multiple rare sightings of wolverine in California confirmed
In the last century, only two wolverines were spotted in California.
Phoenix limits construction amid water crisis
Arizona is limiting new construction around Phoenix as the state's water supply continues to dwindle. State officials say there isn't enough groundwater for housing construction that's already been approved. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy has more.
South Dakota zoo welcomes litter of "critically endangered" red wolves
A litter of six red wolf pups, a highly endangered species of which there are only about two dozen in the wild, was born at the Great Plains Zoo in South Dakota on Thursday.
Atlantic hurricane season officially begins
The Atlantic hurricane season has officially begun and forecasters are already watching some activity in the Gulf. CBS News senior weather and climate producer David Parkinson joins with a preview of the season, and national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez investigates Florida's flood insurance crisis.
Trucker detained after a "weird" potato spill on a key Denmark bridge
Officials say it "looks weird," and could have been an accident - or a protest over new environmental restrictions on diesel trucks hauling heavy loads.
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Poisoned cheesecake used as a weapon a first for NY investigators
Viktoria Nasyrova attempted to murder a woman with cheesecake. As one private investigator would find out, she had a list of alleged victims — including her ex-boyfriend's dog.
Odd crime scene leads to conflicting theories about shooting deaths
Investigators' initial suspicions in the deaths of a mother and daughter are upended by autopsy results and other evidence.
Woman poisoned with cheesecake; lookalike convicted of attempted murder
See the details of the bizarre case.
Police arrest suspect in Florida's Hollywood Beach shooting
The Hollywood Police Department has also issued arrest warrants for two other suspected gunmen.
Suspect captured in fatal shooting of West Virginia officer
The shooting happened in the same county where a sheriff was shot to death in 2013.
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Livestream captures images of Mars
In a first of its kind event, the European Space Agency on Friday livestreamed images of Mars in what it called an opportunity "to get as close as it's currently possible" to the Red Planet.
A strawberry moon will take the night sky this weekend. Here's how to see it.
Around the world, people can catch a sweet treat in the night sky this weekend.
For first time ever, a near livestream of Mars
Up until Friday, all images seen of the planet were technically of its past.
Boeing again delays first piloted test flight of Starliner crew ferry ship
A new launch target was not announced, but Boeing officials said a flight this year is still feasible. In theory.
Webb telescope discovers traces of water in atmosphere of exoplanet
Scientists first made a brightness map of the exoplanet, then a temperature map of the atmosphere.
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Woman poisoned with cheesecake; lookalike convicted of attempted murder
See the details of the bizarre case.
Summer music heats up 2023
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Notable Deaths in 2023
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
N.J. woman survives a home invasion, brutal stabbing by a young stranger
Despite losing three quarters of the blood in her body, Donna Ongsiako was able to help police find the person who almost took her life.
How investigators solved murder of missing Florida woman
Vero Beach Police investigators focused on cellphone tower pings and surveillance footage cameras to catch a man who murdered his former girlfriend.
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The ChatGPT Revolution | CBS Reports
The artificial intelligence revolution has arrived. AI tools such as ChatGPT offer the power to transform fields like business, art, medical research and more. But this technology also brings ethical uncertainty and peril. CBS Reports explores the unleashing of this still rapidly evolving creation and some of the possible dangers.
Face The Nation: Moynihan, Markarova
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan on the economy after the nation averted a debt crisis and Oksana Markarova on how Russia has stepped up its attacks in and around Ukraine's capital of Kyiv.
Here Comes the Sun: James Corden and more
Comedian and actor James Corden sits down with Ben Mankiewicz to discuss his favorite memories from “The Late Late Show,” the guest he wishes he could have had on "Carpool Karaoke," and how he doesn’t have social media on his phone. Then, Luke Burbank travels to the Billy Ireland Cartoon Library and Museum in Columbus, Ohio, to learn about the “Man Saves Comics!" exhibit, featuring the comics Bill Blackbeard collected over his lifetime. “Here Comes the Sun” is a closer look at some of the people, places and things we bring you every week on “CBS Sunday Morning.”
Ukraine's envoy: "We definitely need more"
Russia has stepped up its attacks in and around Ukraine's capital of Kyiv. Ukrainian Ambassador Oksana Markarova joined "Face the Nation" to discuss the war.
Political panel on GOP race for president
Campaign 2024 got down to business in Iowa this weekend as most of the declared or potential Republican candidates visited the early nominating state. Notably absent was the GOP front-runner, former President Donald Trump, who was off the trail this weekend. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns, CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe and CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joined "Face the Nation" to discuss.