Bullying: Words Can Kill
A "48 Hours" special on bullying in the digital age
Bullying: Words Can Kill
Tips for parents: What to do if your child is bullied
What can you do if your child is the target of a bully? Some advice from Justin W. Patchin, Ph.D, co-director of the Cyberbullying Research Center and author of "Bullying Beyond the Schoolyard."
Tips for parents: Is your child a bully?
If you find out that your child is bullying others, you need to take some steps to stop that behavior. Hear more from Justin W. Patchin, Ph.D, an author, associate professor of criminal justice at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and co-director of the Cyberbullying Research Center.
A mother's story
Jessica Logan was harshly bullied at school. Her mother, Cynthia, shares her thoughts about bullying with CBS News correspondent Tracy Smith.
Meet the kids
Students share their experiences with bullying and cyberbullying with CBS News correspondent Tracy Smith.
Tips for parents: Is your child being bullied?
What can parents do if their child is being bullied? Justin W. Patchin, PhD, an associate professor of criminal justice at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, co-director of the Cyberbullying Research Center, and author of "Bullying Beyond the Schoolyard," offers advice.
Tips for parents: Monitor online activities
Do you know how to monitor your child online activities? Justin W. Patchin, Ph.D, an associate professor of criminal justice at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, offers tips.
"I was a bully"
Students Tyree Berdecia and Aislyn Doeur explain why they think kids bully.
Johnny's poem
Johnny Cagno uses his art and poetry to express what it feels like to be bullied.
Lisa's homework
Lisa Cagno talks to CBS correspondent Tracy Smith about how she helps her son, Johnny, who has experienced constant bullying at school.
Jacob addresses lawmakers
Jacob Kaufman appears before a special Rhode Island Senate Commission to study bullying and cyberbullying in December 2010.
Dara's diary
In her web diaries, Dara Genovese shares her personal story as the victim of cyberbullying.
Jacob's dream
Reading his anti-bullying essay, Jacob Kaufman shares his dream for a future with no bullies.
Parents speak out on bullying after son's death
Parents of Kameron Jacobsen of Monroe, N.Y. say one-size-fits-all solutions to bullying are failing America's kids
Cyberbullying prevention: Resources for students and parents
Tools and tips for the whole family
Tips for parents: Be your child's advocate
If your child is being bullied and you turn to the school for help and you're not getting the kind of assistance you need, be persistent. Hear more from Justin W. Patchin, Ph.D, an assistant professor of criminal justice at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire.
Tracy Smith: What I learned about bullying
A reporter's firsthand account of what it's like on the bullying front lines
Is your child being cyberbullied?
Helpful advice for parents from Justin W. Patchin, Ph.D, an associate professor of criminal justice at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and co-director of the Cyberbullying Research Center
"48 Hours" shares what a bullied life looks like
Broadcast gets unrestricted access to Rhode Island middle school; Eighth grader says he was afraid to go to school every day
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Transcript: Chauvin told Floyd it takes "a lot of oxygen" to talk
Floyd repeatedly said he couldn't breathe and said the officers were going to kill him during his fatal arrest.
Texas executes man for killing elderly man nearly 3 decades ago
Billy Joe Wardlow was the first inmate in Texas to receive a lethal injection since February 6 and the second in the U.S. since the nation began reopening following pandemic-related shutdowns.
Lady A, formerly Lady Antebellum, sues blues singer Lady A
In a statement, the band claimed the singer "demanded a $10 million payment."
Inside a Texas hospital overwhelmed by virus cases
Medical staff at the South Texas Medical System hospital are strained, struggling to treat more than 140 patients with the virus.
Democratic Senate candidates smash fundraising records in 2nd quarter
Democratic Senate hopefuls are raising record amounts of cash in their bids to unseat Republican Senate incumbents.
Melania Trump sculpture in Slovenia set on fire on July 4
As the U.S. celebrated its Independence Day and President Trump vowed to punish those who destroy U.S. monuments, a life-sized sculpture of first lady Melania Trump was burned near her hometown in Slovenia.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: GOP convention city's COVID count rises
President Trump says that the details surrounding the convention are "flexible."
Ivy League suspends fall sports due to coronavirus pandemic
"We simply do not believe we can create and maintain an environment for intercollegiate athletic competition that meets our requirements for safety and acceptable levels of risk," the Ivy League Council of Presidents said.
CEO apologizes after racist rant targeting Asian American family
The executive from San Francisco is seen on video yelling racial slurs and expletives before a waiter tells him to leave.
Soldier's death puts spotlight on military sexual assault, harassment
"It's time for the military to seriously grapple with its own failures of handling sexual assault and sexual harassment," said Colonel Don Christensen, president of Protect our Defenders.
Tulsa health official says Trump rally "likely" led to COVID spike
Dr. Bruce Dart said the president's rally in the city "more than likely contributed" to a spike in coronavirus cases.
Jacksonville prepares for Republican convention amid COVID-19 spikes
This week, President Trump, taking note of coronavirus spikes in Florida, said Republicans are "very flexible" about Jacksonville.
FBI to investigate deadly police shooting in Phoenix
The FBI has been asked to conduct "an independent civil rights review" into the incident.
Officer charged in George Floyd's death files to dismiss charges
Lane has been charged with aiding and abetting second-degree unintentional murder and second-degree manslaughter.
Girl raises money to buy multicultural crayons, books for schools
Madison Wilson became frustrated when she couldn't find the right shade of brown when drawing herself – so she had an idea.
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Melania Trump sculpture in Slovenia set on fire on July 4
As the U.S. celebrated its Independence Day and President Trump vowed to punish those who destroy U.S. monuments, a life-sized sculpture of first lady Melania Trump was burned near her hometown in Slovenia.
Trump hosts Mexican president for first visit at White House
The two leaders are recognizing the USMCA, which took effect July 1.
New rule would deny asylum to migrants on public health grounds
The U.S. has already been expelling most border-crossers, including unaccompanied children, under a separate CDC order.
World Health Organization chief says virus outbreak is "accelerating"
Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said "we have clearly not reached the peak of the pandemic."
Trump moves to officially withdraw U.S. from WHO
A senior administration official confirmed to CBS News the U.S. notice of withdrawal has been submitted to the United Nations secretary-general.
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Transcript: Chauvin told Floyd it takes "a lot of oxygen" to talk
Floyd repeatedly said he couldn't breathe and said the officers were going to kill him during his fatal arrest.
Texas executes man for killing elderly man nearly 3 decades ago
Billy Joe Wardlow was the first inmate in Texas to receive a lethal injection since February 6 and the second in the U.S. since the nation began reopening following pandemic-related shutdowns.
Lady A, formerly Lady Antebellum, sues blues singer Lady A
In a statement, the band claimed the singer "demanded a $10 million payment."
Inside a Texas hospital overwhelmed by virus cases
Medical staff at the South Texas Medical System hospital are strained, struggling to treat more than 140 patients with the virus.
Democratic Senate candidates smash fundraising records in 2nd quarter
Democratic Senate hopefuls are raising record amounts of cash in their bids to unseat Republican Senate incumbents.
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Democratic Senate candidates smash fundraising records in 2nd quarter
Democratic Senate hopefuls are raising record amounts of cash in their bids to unseat Republican Senate incumbents.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: GOP convention city's COVID count rises
President Trump says that the details surrounding the convention are "flexible."
Tulsa health official says Trump rally "likely" led to COVID spike
Dr. Bruce Dart said the president's rally in the city "more than likely contributed" to a spike in coronavirus cases.
Jacksonville prepares for Republican convention amid COVID-19 spikes
This week, President Trump, taking note of coronavirus spikes in Florida, said Republicans are "very flexible" about Jacksonville.
Pandemic upends voter registration efforts ahead of November election
"Everyone is talking about vote-by-mail, which is great, but you can't even vote-by-mail if you can't register to vote."
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Lady A, formerly Lady Antebellum, sues blues singer Lady A
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Ivy League suspends fall sports due to coronavirus pandemic
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Usain Bolt reveals first photos of his baby girl and her Olympic-inspired name
The retired sprinting legend made the announcement on social media and shared a series of photos of Olympia on the birthday of his longtime girlfriend, Kasi Bennett
WNBA to honor women killed by police and racial violence
Teams will wear the uniforms in an effort to "seek justice" for Breonna Taylor, Sandra Bland and others.
Students host bingo games to honor 2020 graduates
The pandemic has taken graduation ceremonies away from students all over the country. For many, celebrations haven't been what they expected. But some alums at historically Black colleges or universities did get to celebrate, in a very special way. Mark Strassmann reports.
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Equipment makers hinder repairs of ventilators, critics say
Nearly half of hospital biomedical techs denied access to service information including manuals to fix ventilators.
Walmart reportedly launching subscription service
The $98 membership comes with same-day grocery delivery and early deals access, according to a report.
Facebook civil rights audit: "Serious setbacks" hurt progress
The audit recommends a "civil rights infrastructure" for the social media giant, but its suggestions aren't binding.
U.S. considers banning TikTok and other apps, Pompeo says
Pompeo doesn't recommend downloading the app unless "you want your private information in the hands of the Chinese Communist Party."
Uber acquires food delivery app Postmates
With Postmates buyout, Uber becomes the nation's No. 2 food delivery service, while DoorDash remains the leader.
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Most expensive medical procedures in the U.S., ranked
These pricey surgeries are the most expensive in the country.
California condors spotted in Sequoia after nearly 50 years
The giant birds were known to nest inside massive sequoia trees before their near-extinction in the 1980s.
Is the coronavirus airborne? Scientists say it's "a real risk"
The World Health Organization has said the coronavirus is only confirmed to be airborne during certain medical procedures, but many experts disagree.
Rare case of brain-destroying amoeba confirmed in Florida
Naegleria fowleri is contacted when contaminated water enters through a person's nose and is found in warm freshwater.
Divers find evidence of America's first mines — and 9 skeletons
Experts have found ocher mines that are some of the oldest on the continent.
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Medical staff at the South Texas Medical System hospital are strained, struggling to treat more than 140 patients with the virus.
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Jacksonville prepares for Republican convention amid COVID-19 spikes
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Coronavirus "has the upper hand" in U.S., ex-CDC director warns
Dr. Tom Frieden said the nation "is shockingly lacking" a common basis of understanding of the virus.
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Nearly half of hospital biomedical techs denied access to service information including manuals to fix ventilators.
Toxic hand sanitizers recalled for methanol
Recalls on All Clean Hand Sanitizer and Mystic Shield Protection are due to the presence of methanol, or wood alcohol.
Brooks Brothers to see how bankruptcy suits it
The 202-year-old men's clothier, slow to attract younger customers, finally pushed into bankruptcy court by pandemic.
Florida man fired after mask meltdown at Costco
Man's videotaped tirade after being asked to follow public health requirement at store ultimately costs him his job.
Who would get a second stimulus check — and who wouldn't?
A second round of payments could include millions of Americans who were excluded from the federal aid program.
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Transcript: Chauvin told Floyd it takes "a lot of oxygen" to talk
Floyd repeatedly said he couldn't breathe and said the officers were going to kill him during his fatal arrest.
Texas executes man for killing elderly man nearly 3 decades ago
Billy Joe Wardlow was the first inmate in Texas to receive a lethal injection since February 6 and the second in the U.S. since the nation began reopening following pandemic-related shutdowns.
FBI to investigate deadly police shooting in Phoenix
The FBI has been asked to conduct "an independent civil rights review" into the incident.
Officer charged in George Floyd's death files to dismiss charges
Lane has been charged with aiding and abetting second-degree unintentional murder and second-degree manslaughter.
New York City shootings see spike from last year
The violence continued into the July 4th weekend, as the NYPD reported 44 shooting incidents.
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NASA, Boeing work to resume Starliner flights
Some 80 recommendations are being implemented to prevent a repeat of problems marring the previous Starliner test flight.
Rocket Lab declares Electron launch failure
The innovative Electron rocket suffered a malfunction while its second stage was firing.
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Second spacewalk in a row to upgrade station
Spacewalking astronauts are picking up where they left off, with another round of space station battery replacements.
Mars rover launch delayed to July 30
NASA remains confident the $2.4 billion rover will be on its way before the planetary launch window closes around August 15.
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The former Atlanta police officer who shot and killed Rayshard Brooks on Friday night has been charged with murder and aggravated assault, along with other charges. Mark Strassmann reports.
Trump calls 99% of COVID-19 cases "harmless"
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Mass protests after Atlanta cop fatally shoots black man
Atlanta's mayor issued an executive order requiring offices to de-escalate situations following the protests sparked by the death of 27-year-old Rayshard Brooks, who was shot and killed by police during an arrest. The Brooks family continues to grieve and demand justice. Mark Strassmann reports.
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Trump wanted huge military response to protest
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