Darren Wilson resigns from Ferguson Police Department
Just days after a grand jury decided not to indict him for the shooting death of Michael Brown, the officer has left the force
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As protests continue, some in Ferguson try to move on
While tensions remain, there are signs that community plagued by unrest following grand jury decision is getting back to normal
Amid Ferguson tension, emotional hug goes viral
Touching moment captured between 12-year-old boy and a police officer in Portland has tugged at heart strings across social media
16 arrests in latest Ferguson protests
Protesters turn their attention toward stores on Black Friday; demonstration outside police station leads to more arrests
"If justice is not done, we can't shop in peace"
Ferguson demonstrators disrupt malls in St. Louis area, protest in several cities on Black Friday in wake of grand jury decision
Chicago archbishop: Violent Ferguson protests disrespect Michael Brown
Blase Cupich, the archbishop of Chicago, urges demonstrators to honor the memory of the slain teen by remaining peaceful
Ferguson protesters arrested at Macy's parade
The NYPD says six protesters were arrested at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
Ferguson protests take aim at Black Friday
National Guard patrolled outside a Ferguson Walmart, less than three miles from where Michael Brown was killed by a police officer
Fact and fiction from Ferguson witnesses
Official court documents show vast inconsistencies in descriptions of shooting that left Michael Brown dead
Kindness of strangers helps Ferguson begin recovery
After a traumatic few days, Ferguson is starting the healing process, with help from strangers from near and far
NFL player's Facebook post on Ferguson decision goes viral
New Orleans Saints tight end Benjamin Watson reflects on grand jury's decision not to charge Ferguson police officer in teen's death
Ferguson pauses for Thanksgiving as community seeks way forward
Groups try to clean up after several nights of protests following grand jury decision in Michael Brown case
Ferguson hopes for calm, cleans up after looting
Tensions appear to ease after 2 nights of unrest over grand jury's decision not to indict Officer Darren Wilson in Michael Brown's death
Building trust in Ferguson after Michael Brown's death
A pastor and police representative discuss what is needed to bring trust back to the community
Justice Department investigating police practices in Ferguson
In the past 5 years, the DOJ has investigated more than 20 police departments and ordered corrective actions in at least 15 of them
Ferguson fallout Day 3: Protesters storm St. Louis city hall
Several arrests after people shouting "shame, shame" burst into city hall building
58 arrested in 2nd night of Ferguson-area protests
Four arrested for allegedly assaulting an officer; protesters halt traffic on freeway in Los Angeles
Brown's mother: "How could your conscience be clear?"
In emotional interview, Michael Brown's parents react to the grand jury decision, ongoing protests and Officer Wilson's statements
Much calmer night in Ferguson
In contrast to night before, only sporadic violence reported, with additional National Guard troops on hand
Protests against Ferguson decision continue for 2nd day
Across the nation, demonstrators again showed anger over grand jury outcome in Missouri
Protests respond to Ferguson decision around the country
For a second night, protests sparked around the U.S. following a St. Louis County grand jury's decision to not charge Ferguson police officer Darren Wilson with the August shooting death of Michael Brown
Obama tested in multiple race-sensitive events
Since first running for office, President Obama has faced numerous unique challenges when it comes to incidents surrounding race
Ferguson outcome reinforces perceptions of unequal justice
Several high-profile deaths of unarmed black men have led many to believe that the justice system is inherently flawed
Obama: "No sympathy" for violent acts in Ferguson
The president said he is ready to work with people who want to solve problems constructively
Man found dead in car in Ferguson, Mo.
Police are reportedly considering the death a homicide; officials told the St. Louis Post-Dispatch they can't discount a link to nearby rioting
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Nancy Guthrie investigation "becomes much harder" as time goes on, expert says
Law enforcement sources told CBS News that additional images were obtained from surveillance cameras installed at Guthrie's Tucson home, but they showed nothing suspicious.
Kouri Richins found guilty on all charges
Kouri Richins, the Utah mom accused of killing her husband and later writing a children's book about grief, was found guilty on all charges Monday, including aggravated murder. Her sentencing is now set for May and she faces the possibility of life in prison.
Accused Latin American drug lord arrives in U.S. after years on the run
Sebastian Marset, who eluded police for years, was captured in Bolivia last week and transferred to U.S. custody.
Alleged pipe bomber argues charges should be tossed under Jan. 6 pardons
A man who was accused of planting pipe bombs outside the RNC and DNC on the eve of the Jan. 6 attack is arguing he is covered by President Trump's sweeping pardons of alleged Jan. 6 rioters.
Kouri Richins convicted of murdering husband
A jury on Monday found Kouri Richins, a Utah mom who wrote about grief, guilty of murder in the fatal poisoning of her husband. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has more.
Kouri Richins, mom who wrote grief book, found guilty of murdering her husband
Jurors delivered their verdict Monday in the trial of Kouri Richins, a Utah mother accused of murdering her husband and later publishing a children's book about grief.
Suspect in California teen's 2019 disappearance rearrested, indicted in her killing
Authorities have made an arrest in the cold case disappearance of California teenager Victoria Marquina.
Closing arguments in Kouri Richins trial
Closing arguments are expected to begin on Monday in Kouri Richins' murder trial. She's accused of giving her husband a deadly dose of fentanyl four years ago before she later published a children's book about grief. The case included 13 days of testimony, but the defense did not call any witnesses. If convicted, Richins could face life in prison.
Suspect who played key role in "El Mencho" raid is arrested
The suspect was responsible for transporting Oseguera's romantic partner to a luxurious cabin, the defense ministry said.
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Dolores Huerta alleges assault by Cesar Chavez amid abuse claims
Allegations of abuse of women and girls by union leader Cesar Chavez were first reported by the New York Times on Wednesday.
How to sign up for TSA PreCheck Touchless ID and save time at airports
Travelers hoping to bypass some of the increasingly long wait times at U.S. airports can enroll in the TSA PreCheck Touchless ID program, which is now operating at 65 locations.
Who is Josh D'Amaro, the new CEO of Disney?
As Disney CEO, Josh D'Amaro will be in charge of a massive entertainment empire that includes parks, movies and a streaming service.
Paul calls Mullin a "man with anger issues" in confirmation hearing
Sen. Markwayne Mullin is appearing before the Committee on Homeland Security after President Donald Trump nominated him to replace Kristi Noem as the Homeland Security Secretary.
Trump waives Jones Act for 60 days in effort to ease energy prices
President Trump on Wednesday temporarily eased a century-old law that limits shippers from transporting energy products around the U.S.
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How to sign up for TSA PreCheck Touchless ID and save time at airports
Travelers hoping to bypass some of the increasingly long wait times at U.S. airports can enroll in the TSA PreCheck Touchless ID program, which is now operating at 65 locations.
Who is Josh D'Amaro, the new CEO of Disney?
As Disney CEO, Josh D'Amaro will be in charge of a massive entertainment empire that includes parks, movies and a streaming service.
Trump waives Jones Act for 60 days in effort to ease energy prices
President Trump on Wednesday temporarily eased a century-old law that limits shippers from transporting energy products around the U.S.
USPS wants to raise the price of a first-class stamp as high as 95 cents
USPS Postmaster General David Steiner said raising the price of stamps would "largely solve" the agency's financial woes.
WNBA, players' union reach agreement in principle on new pact
The WNBA and its players' union reached a verbal agreement on a transformational new collective bargaining agreement early Wednesday morning, both sides said.
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House Democrats try to force vote to fund DHS, but not ICE and CBP
Democrats would have to convince at least four Republicans to join their discharge petition to force a floor vote.
Trump hasn't decided on sending Americans after Iran's nuclear material, sources say
The Pentagon has prepared multiple options for President Trump as potential next steps in the Iran war.
Paul calls Mullin a "man with anger issues" in confirmation hearing
Sen. Markwayne Mullin is appearing before the Committee on Homeland Security after President Donald Trump nominated him to replace Kristi Noem as the Homeland Security Secretary.
How the military is using AI in war
From intelligence to research and grant applications, artificial intelligence is playing a bigger role in government and military operations.
Trump waives Jones Act for 60 days in effort to ease energy prices
President Trump on Wednesday temporarily eased a century-old law that limits shippers from transporting energy products around the U.S.
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Judge blocks parts of RFK Jr.'s vaccine agenda, including revised schedule
A judge blocked a set of changes to the childhood vaccine schedule recommended by allies of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, dealing a setback to the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul federal vaccine policy.
Changes in organ donor status can fall through cracks in the system
Patchwork state policies and limited federal oversight have led to a fragmented system for tracking organ donor status.
A dad's colon cancer spread to lungs. He says what happened next was a miracle.
Spencer Laird was diagnosed with colon cancer at 26. At 30, he was told it had returned and spread to his lungs, with one tumor the size of a golf ball.
Dr. Oz pledges to tackle hospice fraud: "Do not steal from the American people"
The Trump administration's Medicare boss reacts to CBS News investigation into California's hospice fraud problems.
Millions of Americans skip meals, stretch medication to afford health care
Even people with six-figure incomes are making financial sacrifices to pay for medical care, a new study finds.
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Trump hasn't decided on sending Americans after Iran's nuclear material, sources say
The Pentagon has prepared multiple options for President Trump as potential next steps in the Iran war.
Children discover mysterious ancient skeleton next to playground
The skeleton is the latest in a series of bodies discovered in the city of Dijon that were mysteriously buried in a seated position while facing west.
Belgian soldiers to protect Jewish sites as Iran war fuels antisemitism
Italian soldiers are patrolling Rome's ancient Jewish quarter and Belgian troops will help secure Jewish sites as an official warns the threat of antisemitic violence "is very real."
Woman hospitalized after being startled by humanoid robot
Video widely shared online showed a woman angrily confronting a robot as it waved its metallic arms at her, while a crowd of onlookers gathered around.
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Iran lashes out with missiles as Israel says war still intensifying
Iran retaliates for Israel's latest assassinations as Trump and Netanyahu give no indication the war is about to let up, 19 days in.
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Behind the rise of The Last Dinner Party
The band The Last Dinner Party is coming to the U.S. next week to tour its second album, "From the Pyre." The members of the band spoke to Anthony Mason about how they met, their rapid rise to fame and the support they've had along the way.
Inside the Vanity Fair Oscar party
For more than 30 years, Vanity Fair has thrown an exclusive Oscar's after party. This year, the magazine's new global editorial director Mark Guiducci decided to trim the guest list, didn't allow press inside and even required guests to put a sticker over their phone camera for privacy. He speaks to "CBS Mornings" and gives an up-close look at the party.
Nancy Guthrie investigation "becomes much harder" as time goes on, expert says
Law enforcement sources told CBS News that additional images were obtained from surveillance cameras installed at Guthrie's Tucson home, but they showed nothing suspicious.
Melissa Etheridge opens up about new music
Melissa Etheridge speaks with "CBS Mornings" about releasing her 17th studio album "Rise" later this month, writing about the loss of her son and grief.
Woman on viral Coldplay "kiss cam" speaks out
Kristin Cabot, the woman from the viral Coldplay "kiss cam" video, spoke in an exclusive interview with Oprah Winfrey about the backlash she received from that moment and how it differed from comments made about her boss Andy Byron, the CEO of their company.
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How the military is using AI in war
From intelligence to research and grant applications, artificial intelligence is playing a bigger role in government and military operations.
Landmark social media trial continues
A verdict could come as soon as Tuesday in the landmark trial against Meta and Google for allegedly fueling social media addictions. CBS News contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
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.
U.S. hospitals, insurers turn to AI for claims
A constant battle in the U.S. health care system is the fight between insurers and providers over the cost of medical procedures and who foots the bill. Both sides are turning to artificial intelligence to make their case. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder explains.
Solar farm development faces pushback
A community in Alabama is pushing back against a solar farm that would power an artificial intelligence data center in the state. CBS News reporter Kati Weis has more.
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Discovery of 1949 whale recording could unlock mysteries of ocean
The song is that of a humpback whale and was recorded by scientists in March 1949 in Bermuda, researchers said.
Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
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Nancy Guthrie investigation "becomes much harder" as time goes on, expert says
Law enforcement sources told CBS News that additional images were obtained from surveillance cameras installed at Guthrie's Tucson home, but they showed nothing suspicious.
Kouri Richins found guilty on all charges
Kouri Richins, the Utah mom accused of killing her husband and later writing a children's book about grief, was found guilty on all charges Monday, including aggravated murder. Her sentencing is now set for May and she faces the possibility of life in prison.
Accused Latin American drug lord arrives in U.S. after years on the run
Sebastian Marset, who eluded police for years, was captured in Bolivia last week and transferred to U.S. custody.
Alleged pipe bomber argues charges should be tossed under Jan. 6 pardons
A man who was accused of planting pipe bombs outside the RNC and DNC on the eve of the Jan. 6 attack is arguing he is covered by President Trump's sweeping pardons of alleged Jan. 6 rioters.
Kouri Richins convicted of murdering husband
A jury on Monday found Kouri Richins, a Utah mom who wrote about grief, guilty of murder in the fatal poisoning of her husband. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has more.
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Video shows meteor streaking across the sky
A meteoroid was spotted streaking across the sky in 10 states. In some areas, there was also a loud boom, similar to an explosion. NASA says the meteor, which was traveling 45,000 mph in the sky, fragmented - causing the bright fireball and loud boom.
7-ton meteor identified as likely cause of boom heard across Ohio
Some residents immediately feared the sound was an explosion, according to CBS affiliate WOIO, but weather service officials say it appears to have been a meteor.
Bill Nye on going from Boeing to science guy
Bill Nye the Science Guy sits down with CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett to talk about his life and career.
NASA targets April 1 for moon mission launch
NASA's huge Space Launch System rocket has been repaired and is ready for rollout back to the launch pad next week.
1,300-pound NASA satellite to crash on Earth
Nearly 14 years after it was launched in 2012, NASA says a 1,300-pound satellite is expected to come crashing back to Earth on Wednesday. Most of it will burn up as it reenters the atmosphere, but NASA warns some debris could survive reentry.
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Officials testify on Iran, worldwide threats
Top U.S. intelligence officials testified before the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence about worldwide threats. Senators pressed Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard about intelligence assessment and what was shared with President Trump before U.S.-Israeli conducted strikes against Iran. CBS News' Taurean Small has more.
Trump sends new message to NATO allies
President Trump once again disparaged NATO allies over their response to his demands for help with reopening the Strait of Hormuz. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi has the latest.
Mullin questioned by senators at hearing
Markwayne Mullin's Senate confirmation hearing to replace Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem kicked off Wednesday with a tense exchange with Sen. Rand Paul. Lawmakers also questioned Mullin about his response to Border Patrol agents shooting in killing Alex Pretti in Minneapolis. CBS News' Nicole Sganga has more.
King asks about briefing Trump on Iran
Sen. Angus King of Maine questioned CIA Director John Ratcliffe and Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard about briefing President Trump about intelligence on Iran in the days and weeks leading up to Operation Epic Fury. King pointed out discrepancies between the intelligence agency's assessment and what Mr. Trump has said publicly.
Ratcliffe says Iran has been constant threat
CIA Director John Ratcliffe told GOP Sen. John Cornyn that he disagreed with Joe Kent, who resigned as the director of the National Counterterrorism Center over the Iran war. Ratcliffe said he believed Iran "has been a constant threat to the United States for an extended period of time and posed an immediate threat at this time."