One mother's journey to encourage gay pride with hugs
Sara Cunningham created the group "Free Mom Hugs," which promotes gay pride through hugs.
Pride Month
Queer artists are reclaiming religion for the kids they used to be
As movements like #exvangelicals continue to grow, CBS News spoke to three queer artists who have reclaimed elements of their religion in their art.
Pride Month in Arab states brings warnings and rainbow hunts
As Lebanon orders security forces to quash events "promoting homosexuality," 2 other nations work to root out rainbows that violate "public morals."
Trans leader drives LGBTQ services and acceptance in the Bronx
Sean Ebony Coleman created Destination Tomorrow, a center for the predominantly Black and Brown community.
Biden announces executive actions targeting anti-LGBTQ laws
Several states have enacted anti-LGBTQ measures.
Where colleges fall short for LGBTQ+ students
College can be an exciting time for many young Americans, but some LGBTQ+ students may not get the support they need on campus. Genny Beemyn, director of the University of Massachusetts-Amherst's Stonewall Center, joins CBS News to discuss where some colleges fall short and how they can improve.
Celebrating Pride with stories of love
A childhood crush turned into a timeless love story. A marriage that becomes stronger after one person transitions. A love so great it literally crosses oceans. Read the heartwarming stories of LGBTQ couples falling in love.
Disability activists push for more inclusive Pride celebrations
Activists are calling for organizers to make events accessible for the disabled community even as they go virtual.
LGBTQ love: Couples share their stories for Pride Month
From overcoming legal boundaries to finding acceptance in their families, LGBTQ couples and allies share their stories of love.
Pride Month Love Stories: Basketball coaches fall in love
Erica Ferguson and Dr. Julie Shaw are two women's basketball coaches who fell in love with the game – then with each other. The couple shared their story of acceptance, building businesses, and their inspiring wedding photos.
Growing concern over "Rainbow Capitalism"
Many companies are transforming their brands to show support for the LGBTQ+ community. But their political contributions appear to tell a different story. Sheila Krumholz, an administrator for OpenSecrets, joins CBSN's Lana Zak with more.
50-plus years of LGBT Pride parades
The year 1970 marked what many historians consider the first gay pride parades in America.
Biden marks Pride Month with speech, names Pulse a memorial
Biden is expected to announce Jessica Stern as the U.S. Special Envoy to Advance the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Persons.
Parents share pride for LGBTQ+ children
Pride celebrations have been popping up all over the country during the month of June—commemorating the fight for LGBTQ+ equality. In their own words, parents of LGBTQ+ kids and adults tell “CBS This Morning” about their own acceptance journeys and why they are proud of their children.
Carl Nassib's NFL jersey a top seller after he says he's gay
Las Vegas Raider's No. 94 shirt is No. 1 after defensive end makes history as first openly gay active player in the NFL.
Joe Biden says he's "so proud" of pro athletes for coming out
"Because of you, countless kids around the world are seeing themselves in a new light today," the president said.
Poll: Most Americans say LGBTQ discrimination still exists
Nearly 8 in 10 Americans say the last 50 years have brought progress in ending discrimination against LGBTQ people.
Rainbow flag ruled too "political" for Germany-Hungary soccer game
Munich wanted to light up its sports stadium with a rainbow in support of LGBTQ+ people, right after Hungary passed a law banning "promotion" of homosexuality to minors.
Carl Nassib becomes first active NFL player to come out as gay
"I've been meaning to do this for a while now but I finally feel comfortable enough to get it off my chest," Nassib said Monday.
Couple fights for same-sex marriage in India
"If we win, that means 1.2 billion people in the entire world would suddenly live in a country with marriage equality," Parag Mehta told CBS News.
Facebook group helps dads navigate raising their LGBTQ kids
"Dragon Dads" has more than 1,000 members across the country. Armstrong said they primarily have "strong presences in the South, in some of the little bit more conservative faith communities."
Meet the mother-son TikTok stars shattering gender norms
Their videos of 5-year-old Brody dancing, wearing dresses and happily chatting with his parents have garnered millions of fans on TikTok and Instagram.
Former college swimmer on trans representation
Bailar is using his platform to fight back against rising anti-trans legislation.
Pride lifeguard tower rebuilt
After the original Pride lifeguard tower in Long Beach, California, was destroyed in a fire, it has been rebuilt just in time for Pride Month. CBS Los Angeles has the details.
Rainbow lights on Florida bridge turned back on
The lights were changed to blue one day after the Pride Month display began.
U.S.
Beyoncé ties record for most Grammys after best R&B song win
With her win on Sunday for her song "Cuff It," her third of the night, the singer is tied with the late Hungarian-British conductor Georg Solti for the most Grammy wins of all time.
Powerball jackpot rises to estimated $747 million
The jackpot would be the ninth-largest in U.S. lottery history.
Viola Davis achieves EGOT status with Grammy win for audiobook
Davis has previously won an Oscar for best supporting actress for "Fences," an Emmy for her role as Annalise Keating in "How to Get Away with Murder" and two Tony awards.
Evacuation order remains in effect at the scene of 50-car train derailment
A smoldering fire has persisted in a tangle of dozens of freight cars, some carrying hazardous materials, that derailed in Ohio near the Pennsylvania state line.
Grammys 2023: List of winners and nominees
The Grammys are airing live from Los Angeles on CBS and streaming live and on-demand on Paramount+.
Charles Kimbrough, "Murphy Brown" star, dies at 86
Kimbrough played newsman Jim Dial across the 10 seasons of CBS hit sitcom "Murphy Brown" between 1988 and 1998.
2023 Grammys: How to watch Beyoncé vs. Adele, Bad Bunny and more
Beyoncé and Adele will once again contend for top honors, while Lizzo and Harry Styles return and Bad Bunny makes history.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation" on Feb. 5, 2023
On this "Face the Nation" broadcast, Sens. Ted Cruz and Cory Booker join Margaret Brennan.
Transcript: Gary Cohn on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Gary Cohn that aired Sunday, Feb. 5, 2023, on "Face the Nation."
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Beyoncé ties record for most Grammys after best R&B song win
With her win on Sunday for her song "Cuff It," her third of the night, the singer is tied with the late Hungarian-British conductor Georg Solti for the most Grammy wins of all time.
Powerball jackpot rises to estimated $747 million
The jackpot would be the ninth-largest in U.S. lottery history.
Viola Davis achieves EGOT status with Grammy win for audiobook
Davis has previously won an Oscar for best supporting actress for "Fences," an Emmy for her role as Annalise Keating in "How to Get Away with Murder" and two Tony awards.
Evacuation order remains in effect at the scene of 50-car train derailment
A smoldering fire has persisted in a tangle of dozens of freight cars, some carrying hazardous materials, that derailed in Ohio near the Pennsylvania state line.
Grammys 2023: List of winners and nominees
The Grammys are airing live from Los Angeles on CBS and streaming live and on-demand on Paramount+.
MoneyWatch
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Views of U.S. economy improve but remain low; debt ceiling uncertainty looms
Americans want compromise. The prospect of default impacts views.
Taylor Swift fans, and Congress, take on Ticketmaster
Disappointed Swifties have filed a lawsuit against the ticket seller and its parent company, Live Nation Entertainment, who control 70% of the market, while Congress and the Justice Dept. are looking into their business.
Jury clears Elon Musk of wrongdoing related to Tesla tweets
Jurors found the Tesla CEO didn't mislead investors in claiming he had lined up funding to take the car company public.
After-hours work emails are facing more legal restrictions
Tired of after-work emails and calls? Lawmakers across the globe are pushing back on the blurring of work and home life.
Some employers are still adding jobs. Here's who is hiring.
Unemployment rate is lowest since 1969, as some employers continue to hire new workers — especially in key industries.
Politics
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Full transcript of "Face the Nation" on Feb. 5, 2023
On this "Face the Nation" broadcast, Sens. Ted Cruz and Cory Booker join Margaret Brennan.
Transcript: Gary Cohn on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Gary Cohn that aired Sunday, Feb. 5, 2023, on "Face the Nation."
Cruz: Biden "telegraphed weakness" with response to Chinese spy balloon
U.S. fighter jets shot down a suspected Chinese reconnaissance balloon on Saturday, days after it was initially spotted over Montana.
Transcript: Sen. Ted Cruz on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Republican Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas that aired Sunday, Feb. 5, 2023, on "Face the Nation."
Transcript: 4 new members of Congress on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Reps. Robert Garcia, Mike Lawler, Summer Lee and Zach Nunn that aired Sunday, Feb. 5, 2023, on "Face the Nation."
Health
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Gas stoves: Igniting a new range war
Why are some media and political figures claiming that people are coming for your gas stove? And are there health risks from cooking with natural gas?
Gas stoves: Igniting a new range war
Why are some media and political figures claiming that people are coming for your gas stove? And are there health risks from cooking with natural gas? Correspondent Luke Burbank looks at why gas stoves are being targeted.
EzriCare recalls tear drops after reports of vision loss, death
Federal regulators have linked the drops to over 50 reports of eye infection and one death.
How to help someone in cardiac arrest
CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook and critical care specialist at NYU Langone Dr. Deepak Pradhan join "CBS Mornings" to demonstrate life-saving techniques when a person goes into cardiac arrest.
FDA faults company behind recalled eye drops for multiple violations
Global Pharma's eye drops have been linked to a U.S. outbreak which has led to at least five people losing their vision.
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Pope Francis says laws that criminalize homosexuality are a "sin" and an "injustice"
"The criminalization of homosexuality is a problem that cannot be ignored," the Pope said on Sunday.
Iran acknowledges "tens of thousands" still detained for protests
Iran's supreme leader reportedly has ordered an amnesty or reduction in prison sentences for "tens of thousands" of people detained amid the nationwide protests shaking the country.
Gen. Pervez Musharraf, former Pakistani leader, dies at 79
After seizing power in a coup, Musharraf quickly became a vital ally to the United States as it hunted down al Qaeda's leaders after the 9/11 attacks.
22 dead in Chile, as firefighters battle dozens of wildfires
Chile's government extended an emergency declaration to another region as wildfires continue to rage.
Suspected Chinese spy balloon shot down off South Carolina coast
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said President Biden authorized the operation to shoot down the balloon.
Entertainment
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Beyoncé ties record for most Grammys after best R&B song win
With her win on Sunday for her song "Cuff It," her third of the night, the singer is tied with the late Hungarian-British conductor Georg Solti for the most Grammy wins of all time.
Viola Davis achieves EGOT status with Grammy win for audiobook
Davis has previously won an Oscar for best supporting actress for "Fences," an Emmy for her role as Annalise Keating in "How to Get Away with Murder" and two Tony awards.
65th GRAMMY Awards - Red Carpet
The Grammys will be broadcast live from Los Angeles, starting at 8 p.m. ET Sunday, on CBS television stations and will stream live and on-demand on Paramount+.
Grammys 2023: List of winners and nominees
The Grammys are airing live from Los Angeles on CBS and streaming live and on-demand on Paramount+.
Charles Kimbrough, "Murphy Brown" star, dies at 86
Kimbrough played newsman Jim Dial across the 10 seasons of CBS hit sitcom "Murphy Brown" between 1988 and 1998.
Technology
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Technology
Report: China can spy on people using microchips
A new OODA report warns that Chinese-manufactured microchips embedded in smart devices such as fridges and laptops, pose a threat to U.K. national security. The author of the report, Charles Parton, joined CBS News to discuss how such microchips could also impact U.S. national security.
How will Netflix stop you from sharing your password?
Streaming company said a crackdown is coming by March, but a similar effort in other countries yielded mixed results.
Smart home security tips for personal and cyber protection
ZDNet Editor-in-Chief Jason Hiner explains best practices for setup and success of smart home security systems.
A first-generation iPhone is expected to go for $50,000 at auction
The 2007 phone, which is still sealed and in its box, was likely bought for $499 to $599.
ChatGPT launches new detection tool
The maker of ChatGPT has released a new tool that can help teachers detect if text was produced by a student or artificial intelligence. Kyle Wiggers, a senior reporter at TechCrunch, joined CBS News to discuss the new tool.
Science
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Scientists hope lab-grown coral can save endangered Florida Keys reef
An outbreak of stony coral tissue loss disease threatens to destroy 20 of the 45 species in the world's third-largest coral reef.
Scientists work to save Florida's coral reef
The world's third-largest coral reef just off the Florida Keys was once a vibrant habitat for millions of plants and animals. But an outbreak of stony coral tissue loss disease is threatening to destroy it. Scientists are trying to regrow the coral in a lab hundreds of miles away to save it. Manuel Bojorquez takes a look.
Scientists in China are cloning "super cows"
The cloned animals are capable of producing 18 tons of milk a year, or 50% more than a typical American cow.
Investors eye water rights amid drought
As the Western megadrought continues, investors have been buying up land to secure the water rights that go along with them. Ben Tracy takes a look.
New York investors eye increasingly scarce water in the West
Investment firms are showing a growing interest in an increasingly scarce natural resource in the American West. For some, that's concerning.
Crime
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Off-duty NYPD officer shot, wounded while trying to buy car in Brooklyn
The shooting occurred after the off-duty officer arrived at a prearranged meeting spot to look at a vehicle, authorities said.
Man arrested for leaving dead fish at "Goonies" house after Coast Guard rescue
Jericho Labonte, 35, also stole the boat that he piloted into the choppy waters of the Columbia River, police said.
Police arrest man in case of missing zoo monkeys
Dallas police said Friday they have arrested a man in connection with two monkeys who went missing last week from the Dallas Zoo. The suspect is also charged in connection with the temporary disappearance of a leopard last month. The monkeys were found unharmed in an abandoned house.
Fentanyl seizures rise at U.S.-Mexico border — here's why
GOP lawmakers have incorrectly blamed the spike in fentanyl overdoses on migrants, whom they blame for bringing the drugs across the border.
Arrests made in "cartel-style execution" that killed 6 people, including a baby
One of the suspects was arrested after a gunbattle, a sheriff said.
Space
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Spacewalk underway, and more space news
Astronauts are conducting a spacewalk outside the International Space Station. And NASA is marking 20 years since the space shuttle Columbia disaster. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joined Anne-Marie Green and Janet Shamlian with more on those stories, plus details on the "green comet" passing by Earth.
20 years after Columbia disaster, NASA remembers crew and lessons learned
Columbia's destruction and the loss of its crew triggered a sharp change of course for America's space program.
Mars craters and cracks create image of a teddy bear
The surprise bear face spans more than 1 mile across.
Lauren Sanchez plans all-women space flight aboard Bezos' Blue Origin rocket
"He'll be cheering us all on from the sidelines," Sanchez said of Amazon and Blue Origin founder Jeff Bezos, who is also her boyfriend.
Rocket Lab launches first flight from Virginia's Eastern Shore
After 32 launches from Rocket Lab's New Zealand facility, the company is now set for regular flights from Virginia's Eastern Shore.
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65th GRAMMY Awards - Red Carpet
The Grammys will be broadcast live from Los Angeles, starting at 8 p.m. ET Sunday, on CBS television stations and will stream live and on-demand on Paramount+.
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.
Matthew Trussler murder: Inside the case
Matthew Trussler was found dead at the home he shared with his fiancée Melissa Turner. See the evidence that led to authorities piecing together his death.
The Circleville letters: You've got hate mail
An anonymous letter writer terrorizes a small town, threatening to expose their rumored dark secrets.
Celebrities who filed for bankruptcy
They may have famous names and big careers, but these celebs also ran into financial trouble.
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An update on the Caldor Fire
In October, 60 Minutes investigated why a wildfire wiped out a California town. This month, members of California’s Congressional delegation will meet with the U.S. Forest Service to hear an explanation.
Red Hot Chili Peppers: The 60 Minutes Interview
The Red Hot Chili Peppers open up about their beginnings and the changes they’ve had to make to withstand four decades of performing.
Mark Pomerantz on investigating Donald Trump
Bill Whitaker speaks with the former Manhattan prosecutor who was investigating the former president’s business dealings.
Kristalina Georgieva: The 60 Minutes Interview
IMF’s Georgieva: the U.S. economy will likely slow down this year, but narrowly avoid a recession.
Lonnie Bunch III on "The Takeout"
Lonnie G. Bunch III, secretary of the Smithsonian Institution and founding director of the National Museum of African American History and Culture, joins Major Garrett for this week's episode of "The Takeout" to discuss why he believes the museum is "the greatest gift to the world."