Judge won't force officer to testify in Freddie Gray trials
Baltimore judge ruled that Officer William Porter, whose trial ended in a hung jury, does not have to testify against three fellow officers
Freddie Gray fallout in Baltimore
Judge: Officer must testify in 2nd Freddie Gray trial
William Porter, whose trial ended in a mistrial, can be compelled to take the stand in the trial of Caesar Goodson, Baltimore judge says
Baltimore cop won't testify against colleagues in Freddie Gray case
William Porter plans to invoke Fifth Amendment in trials of two other Baltimore cops for Freddie Gray's death, his lawyers say
Prosecutors are considering a retrial after a judge declared a mistrial in the case of Freddie Gray's death
Prosecutors are considering a retrial after a judge declared a mistrial in the case of Freddie Gray's death. CBS News correspondent Kris Van Cleave joins CBSN with details.
Prosecutors may consider a new trial for a police officer who could have been involved in Freddie Gray's death in Baltimore
Prosecutors may consider a new trial for a police officer who could have been involved in Freddie Gray's death in Baltimore. Dozens of demonstrators marched peacefully across the city Wednesday night after the jury was unable to reach a unanimous verdict in the trial of Officer William Porter, the first of six police officers to be tried. Gray died in April after he was severely hurt while in police custody. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Freddie Gray's family reacts to mistrial
Marchers protest peacefully after jury deadlocks in trial of William Porter, the first of six police officers to be tried for involvement in Gray's death
The trial of Officer William Porter ended in a hung jury on Wednesday
The trial of Officer William Porter ended in a hung jury on Wednesday. Officer Porter is the first of six officers who will be tried in the death of Freddie Gray, who sustained serious injuries while in police custody. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Reaction to mistrial in Freddie Gray case
A deadlocked Baltimore jury declared a mistrial for Police Officer William Porter over his involvement in the death of Freddie Gray
Hung jury in first Freddie Gray trial
Judge says jury had "clearly been diligent" before he dismissed them and declared a mistrial for Officer William Porter
Jury struggling in first Freddie Gray trial
Jurors to resume deliberations Wednesday after telling judge they were deadlocked in case against Baltimore Police Officer William Porter
Schools limit trips as Freddie Gray trial draws to close
Jurors began second day of deliberations in the trail of Officer William Porter, the outcome of which could have wide impact in Baltimore
Jury deliberations are underway in the trial of Baltimore police officer William Porter, who faces a charge of involuntary manslaughter for the death of Freddie Gray
Jury deliberations are underway in the trial of Baltimore police officer William Porter, who faces a charge of involuntary manslaughter for the death of Freddie Gray. Craig Boswell has the courtroom details.
Baltimore braces as first Freddie Gray trial closes
Jury deliberation have begun in trial of Officer William Porter; Baltimore opens emergency operations center in preparation
Defense rests in Freddie Gray death case
Baltimore Police Officer William Porter's defense attorneys rest their case after 3 days of testimony
Neurosurgeon testifies for cop at Freddie Gray trial
Expert witness gives his take on state autopsy report of black man who suffered spinal cord injury in police custody
The first of six Baltimore police officers on trial for the death of Freddie Gray took the stand to tell his side of the story Wed.
The first of six Baltimore police officers on trial for the death of Freddie Gray took the stand to tell his side of the story Wed. Officer William Porter has been charged with manslaughter. Chip Reid has more.
Officer charged in Freddie Gray's death takes the stand
Officer William Porter has a simple answer when asked why Freddie Gray wasn't wearing a seat belt while riding in police wagon
Prosecution rests case in first Freddie Gray trial
Officer William Porter portrayed as indifferent for not calling a medic despite Gray's indication he needed help, among other things
Prosecutor: Officer on trial failed to help Freddie Gray
Opening statements have begun in the trial for Officer William Porter, one of six Balitmore police officers charged in the death of Freddie Gray
Jury selected for first Freddie Gray trial
Eight women and four men will serve as jurors for the trial of Officer William Porter
75 new candidates in court for day 2 of Freddie Gray jury selection
The jury selection process could take a few days, but the judge said this first trial, for Officer William Porter, won't go past Dec. 17
Suspected shooter at a Planned Parenthood clinic in Colorado made first court appearance; jury selection began in trial of one of six Baltimore cops charged in death of Freddy Gray; Chicago cop charged in the shooting death of 17-year-old posts $1.5M bail
The suspected shooter at a Planned Parenthood clinic in Colorado Springs made his first court appearance; jury selection began in trial of one of six Baltimore police officers charged in the death of Freddy Gray; and the Chicago cop charged in the shooting death of 17-year-old Laquan McDonald posts $1.5M bail. Former federal prosecutor Doug Burns discussed the potential legal defenses for the accused gunmen.
Baltimore police prepare for Freddie Gray trials
Baltimore's new police commissioner Kevin Davis says his department is ready for whatever may come during the trials
One of six Baltimore police officers charged in the death of Freddie Gray was in court Monday for the start of his trial
One of six Baltimore police officers charged in the death of Freddie Gray was in court Monday for the start of his trial. Officer William Porter has pleaded not guilty to charges of manslaughter, assault and reckless endangerment. CBS News justice reporter Paula Reid is covering the case for CBSN.
Grand jury selection began for the trial of the first of six Baltimore police officers charged in the death of Freddie Gray
Grand jury selection began for the trial of the first of six Baltimore police officers charged in the death of Freddie Gray. The 25-year-old suffered a spinal injury while in police custody in April, and died a week later. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joined CBSN with more on the trials.
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Shooting at Kentucky State University injures several, governor says
A suspect has been arrested following a reported shooting at Kentucky State University on Tuesday, according to Gov. Andy Beshear.
Supreme Court weighs campaign finance limits in GOP-backed challenge
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Why fighting inflation may not be the best way to make life more affordable
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Thune says Senate GOP will bring up alternative health care bill for a vote
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Trump to speak to voters on affordability as GOP faces tough midterm campaign
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Instacart's AI-enabled pricing may be bumping up your grocery bill
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Treasury Dept. informs Erika Kirk that Turning Point USA not under investigation
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New audio of off-duty pilot trying to cut plane's engines mid-flight
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Mace criticizes GOP leaders for "restrictive and ineffective" control of House
Rep. Nancy Mace, a South Carolina Republican, criticized House GOP leaders in an op-ed for what she called their "restrictive and ineffective" control of the chamber.
DOJ faces call for internal probe into legal opinion on Venezuelan boat strikes
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Grammy-nominated musician killed by driver with over 100 arrests
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Democrats see Miami mayoral race as litmus test on Trump economy, immigration
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Millions have reported domestic violence. Experts say we need to talk about it more.
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Passenger who died on cruise ship was served 33 drinks, lawsuit claims
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Trump walks back support for releasing video of second boat strike
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More than 75% of homes across the U.S. are unaffordable, study finds
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Fired FBI agents file lawsuit against Patel, Bondi, FBI and DOJ
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Miami Heat star Terry Rozier pleads not guilty in sports betting case
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Jasmine Crockett announces campaign for Texas Democratic Senate primary
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Alina Habba resigns from U.S. attorney's office after court ruling
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Trump responds to "traitor" Marjorie Taylor Greene after "60 Minutes" interview
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Trump announces $12 billion aid package for U.S. farmers
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Alex Murdaugh trial clerk pleads guilty to showing reporter crime scene photos
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Wisconsin Cinnabon worker fired after shouting racist slurs at customers
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Shooting at Kentucky State University injures several, governor says
A suspect has been arrested following a reported shooting at Kentucky State University on Tuesday, according to Gov. Andy Beshear.
Supreme Court weighs campaign finance limits in GOP-backed challenge
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Why fighting inflation may not be the best way to make life more affordable
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Thune says Senate GOP will bring up alternative health care bill for a vote
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Trump to speak to voters on affordability as GOP faces tough midterm campaign
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Why fighting inflation may not be the best way to make life more affordable
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Trump to speak to voters on affordability as GOP faces tough midterm campaign
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Instacart's AI-enabled pricing may be bumping up your grocery bill
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Nursing home chain avoids settlement payouts after bankruptcy filing
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Trump says he's letting Nvidia sell advanced chips to China
President Trump says the U.S. will take a 25% cut of sales of advanced Nvidia chips to China.
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Supreme Court weighs campaign finance limits in GOP-backed challenge
Congress has enacted limits on how much money a political committee can spend in coordination with a federal candidate.
Thune says Senate GOP will bring up alternative health care bill for a vote
Majority Leader John Thune announced that the Senate will vote on a Republican-led measure alongside a Democratic bill to extend expiring tax credits.
Trump to speak to voters on affordability as GOP faces tough midterm campaign
President Trump is speaking about affordability and his economic agenda in the Poconos, in northeastern Pennsylvania, Tuesday night.
Treasury Dept. informs Erika Kirk that Turning Point USA not under investigation
A producer for "The Charlie Kirk Show" podcast said there had been false claims about the finances of Turning Point USA.
Mace criticizes GOP leaders for "restrictive and ineffective" control of House
Rep. Nancy Mace, a South Carolina Republican, criticized House GOP leaders in an op-ed for what she called their "restrictive and ineffective" control of the chamber.
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Nursing home chain avoids settlement payouts after bankruptcy filing
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Nuts sold at Wegmans stores in 9 states recalled over salmonella risk
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Details on CDC Hepatitis B vaccine decision
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Controversial appointee rocks FDA like "an atom bomb," scientists there say
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California warns against foraging mushrooms after cluster of poisonings, 1 death
California's public health department said one person has died and several others have suffered severe liver damage due to eating toxic mushrooms that were foraged.
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Ukraine reportedly attacks Russia's shadow fleet in foreign waters
At least three oil tankers have been hit by explosions in what appears to be a stepped up unilateral effort by Ukraine to sink Russia's sanctions-dodging oil sales.
In Denmark, concern about Russia's threats and U.S. interest in Greenland
Some Danes say they are worried about security because of what they see as the growing threat from Russia and concerns over the reliability of the Trump White House as an ally.
Black hole spotted blasting winds at 130 million miles per hour
The European Space Agency said that the black hole inside the spiral galaxy NGC 3783 has the mass of 30 million suns.
Japan warns of possible megaquake, potential 98-foot tsunami
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Zelenskyy says Ukraine won't give up territory, is ready to present plan to U.S.
Zelenskyy's remarks suggest he will not bend to pressure from Russian President Vladimir Putin or President Trump.
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Lucas Bravo on new "Emily in Paris" season
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Golden Globe nomination surprises and snubs
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Mark Hamill, Tom Kenny on SpongeBob movie
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Details on Paramount bid for Warner Bros.
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Paramount Skydance makes $108.4 billion bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
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At least 6 families sue Character.AI
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Waymo fallout amid school bus safety issues
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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There's a new face in Hollywood, generated by AI
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Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
CEO of genetics firm says parents have a right to choose unborn child's traits
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Sick ants invite self-sacrifice to save colony: "Come and kill me"
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Mystery owner of ancient foot found in Africa identified, scientists say
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Ghislaine Maxwell documents could be released
A federal judge said that the Justice Department can release grand jury documents related to Ghislaine Maxwell's 2021 sex trafficking case. CBS News justice reporter Jake Rosen has more on what to expect.
Parents speak out about domestic violence
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Funds raised after drunk raccoon is rescued
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Judge on Ghislaine Maxwell case records
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Audio in probe of pilot apparently on drugs
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Black hole spotted blasting winds at 130 million miles per hour
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3-man crew undocks from space station, wrapping up 8-month stay
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Air Force approves SpaceX launch pad expansion
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Ghislaine Maxwell documents could be released
A federal judge said that the Justice Department can release grand jury documents related to Ghislaine Maxwell's 2021 sex trafficking case. CBS News justice reporter Jake Rosen has more on what to expect.
Bill would tie Pentagon funds to boat footage
Congress is working to withhold part of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's travel budget until the Pentagon releases footage of the strikes on alleged drug-smuggling boats near Venezuela. CBS News congressional correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns has more.