Is Black Lives Matter racist?
Rudy Giuliani has said the Black Lives Matter movement is racist. Supporters say they use the phrase because they want to show black lives matter just as much as other races. CBSN's panel weighs in.
Police Reform & Racial Justice
Policing in modern America
Excessive use of force by police officers affects black people in a disproportionate manner. Sian-Pierre Regis and Khalil Muhammad talk about how that may play the biggest role in the racial strife facing America today.
Do people trust Police?
How you feel about the police seems to depend a lot on your race, except when it comes to local departments. Anthony Salvanto breaks down the CBS News-New York Times poll numbers.
Law enforcement and race
Videos of police shooting or using excessive force against black people have spurred much of the racial tension facing the country today. That's created a tough environment for police officers. CBS News Homeland Security Correspondent Jeff Pegues has more.
Will race relations improve?
With race relations in the United States at their worst point in decades, CBSN asks if there's any chance of them getting better. CBS News Elections Director Anthony Salvanto, founder of Swagger.nyc Sian-Pierre Regis and Harvard professor of history, race and public policy Khalil Muhammad join the discussion.
Race relations in U.S.
A new CBS News/New York Times poll shows that 69 percent of Americans feel race relations are in bad shape. That's the highest level since May of 1992. Elaine Quijano has more.
Alton Sterling's son speaks out
Cameron Sterling is breaking his silence about his father's death in Baton Rouge last week. He says he believes not all police officers are bad, and called on protesters to remain peaceful in his father's name. David Begnaud has more.
Baton Rouge cop killing plot?
An alleged plot to kill Baton Rouge police officers has led to multiple arrests. This comes a week after police shot and killed Alton Sterling, and five officers were killed in Dallas. David Begnaud has more.
Police robot used to kill
The Dallas police chief has defended his decision to use a robot to kill the Dallas shooter. But the unprecedented action by a domestic police department has raised some concerns that such an action could become more common. As Kris Van Cleave reports, supporters say the devices are not "killer robots," but life savers.
Biden on armor-piercing bullets
The Dallas sniper used armor-piercing bullets to penetrate the officer's vests. Vice President Joe Biden spoke with Scott Pelley abouthis efforts to end the sale of those kinds of rounds, saying they have "zero" sporting purpose.
Slain Dallas officer's family speaks
Sergeant Mike Smith was a 28-year veteran of the Dallas Police Department, and only two years away from retirement when he was killed. His 9-year-old daughter Caroline remembers the last time she saw her father. Omar Villafranca reports.
Police brutality protests
Racial tensions in the country remain high following the shooting deaths of two black men and five Dallas police officers. Washington Post reporter Wesley Lowery joins CBSN to discuss the impact of Black Lives Matter protests on the justice system.
Baton Rouge arrests
CBS News' David Begnaud has details on the protests that led to dozens of arrests in Baton Rouge.
Equal Justice Initiative founder
Bryan Stevenson is the founder and executive director of the Equal Justice Initiative, a non-profit group dedicated to overturning wrongful convictions. His team represents clients whose cases may be marked by racial bias or prosecutors' misconduct, and they have helped more than 115 wrongfully-condemned death row prisoners. Stevenson joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss how the inadequate acknowledgment of the racial inequality in the U.S. impacts tensions today.
Dickerson reacts to Giuliani
On "Face the Nation" Sunday, former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani defended tough policing policies and accused the Black Lives Matter movement of being "inherently racist." CBS News political director and "Face the Nation" moderator John Dickerson joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss.
Violent St. Paul Protests
Dozens of arrests were made in St. Paul, Minnesota, after protestors fought with police over the deadly shooting of Philando Castile last Wednesday. Several hundred protesters clashed with police as they shut down one of the Twin Cities' main highways, Interstate 94. For more than four hours overnight, police tried to get the crowd under control. Some hurled broken concrete, rocks, rebar and even fireworks at officers. Anna Werner has more from St. Paul.
Baton Rouge Protests
The protests in the Louisiana captial were in response to the death of 37-year-old Alton Sterling, who was shot and killed during an encounter with police last week. More than 100 arrests were made during the protests, most for defying orders to clear the street, some for battery of a police officer. Seven guns were siezed from protesters along with body armor. David Begnaud has more.
Dallas begins to heal
We continue to learn more about the lone gunman who targeted police officers in Dallas Thursday night, killing five and wounding seven more. Now the community has begun to heal. Manuel Bojorquez has the latest from a city on edge.
Rudy Giuliani: "Black lives matter" is racist, anti-American
Former New York City Mayor Rudy Guiliani says the Black Lives Matter movement puts a target on the back of police officers. Guiliani adds, "When you say black lives matter, that's inherently racist."
Protesters demonstrate nationwide
Demonstrators continued to pour out into the streets across the country Friday to voice their anger over the deadly shootings of two black men at the hands of police. John Blackstone reports.
Police Chief calls for support
While addressing the media, Dallas Police Chief David Brown asked the public to support the police department who "risk their lives to protect our democracy".
Louisville cop seen on video repeatedly punching protester in head
The man was forced to the ground by officers and was face-down, at the site of numerous demonstrations over police brutality and the death of Breonna Taylor.
Dallas sniper attack
CBS News' Omar Villafranca has the latest on the deadly shooting in Dallas, where multiple snipers killed 5 police officers.
Security concerns
CBS News security consultant Ron Hosko joins CBSN to discuss public safety during #BlackLivesMatter protests.
Protests Over Police Shootings
Across the nation, protesters took to the street to protest recent police shootings in Minnesota, and La. Marlee Hall has a report.
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Videos show shots fired in Philippine Senate
Warning: Distressing video. Authorities in the Philippines tried to arrest a senator on Wednesday, resulting in a burst of gunfire in the Philippine Senate, according to an Associated Press journalist and other witnesses.
Alex Murdaugh to be tried again
Alex Murdaugh's double murder trial drew national attention, but three years later, South Carolina's Supreme Court tossed aside his conviction. Mark Strassmann reports on the new developments.
Why Alex Murdaugh is getting a new trial
Three years after Alex Murdaugh was convicted of killing his wife and son, the South Carolina Supreme Court on Wednesday overturned the verdict and granted Murdaugh a new trial. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman reports.
Kouri Richins speaks at sentencing hearing
Kouri Richins, the Utah mom convicted of murdering her husband, spoke for nearly 40 minutes at her sentencing hearing on Wednesday. Richins apologized to her sons and told them to "take care of one another." She was later sentenced to life without parole.
Kouri Richins sentenced to life without parole
A judge on Wednesday sentenced Kouri Richins, a Utah mom who wrote a book about grief, to life without parole for the murder of her husband. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has the latest.
Kouri Richins sentenced in husband's fentanyl-laced cocktail murder
Utah mom Kouri Richins was sentenced to life without the possibility of parole on Wednesday, after a jury convicted her of murder and other charges in her husband's 2022 death.
Court overturns Alex Murdaugh's conviction
The South Carolina Supreme Court overturned the murder convictions against Alex Murdaugh and ordered a new trial. Murdaugh was found guilty in 2023 of killing his wife and son in 2021. The court questioned "improper" conduct by the county clerk, Becky Hill, who later wrote a book about her time working on the trial. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
Court overturns Alex Murdaugh's murder convictions, orders new trial
Alex Murdaugh was convicted of his killing his wife and his son at the family's home in 2021.
Judge shot dead while heading to gym without her bodyguards
Lady Pachar was shot that day while traveling by car to a gym in the southwestern city of Machala.
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Workers are getting paid to teach AI how to do their jobs
AI companies are recruiting a wide range of temp workers, from writers to wine enthusiasts, for hourly-paid gigs to help train their language models.
Denise Powell projected to win Democratic primary in key Nebraska district
The state's electoral system was a key issue in the 2nd Congressional District primary to replace GOP Rep. Don Bacon.
Why Taiwan is a major flashpoint between the U.S. and China
For decades, U.S. presidents have remained steadfast in their defense of the tiny Asian ally from its neighboring giant.
Body of second U.S. soldier who went missing in Morocco recovered
The Army identified the soldier as Spc. Mariyah Collington.
Sen. Rand Paul's son confronted Rep. Mike Lawler in drunken, antisemitic rant
The senator's son apologized Wednesday, saying he was seeking help for his drinking problem.
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Workers are getting paid to teach AI how to do their jobs
AI companies are recruiting a wide range of temp workers, from writers to wine enthusiasts, for hourly-paid gigs to help train their language models.
Musk flew to China near end of OpenAI trial, after judge warned he could be recalled
Elon Musk arrived in Beijing on Wednesday, as his $150 billion lawsuit against OpenAI's Sam Altman played out. But a judge told Musk last month he may be recalled to a California courtroom for further testimony at the request of OpenAI lawyers.
AI is fabricating citations in biomedical studies, researchers find
"Your doctor could be making decisions around treatment based on studies that never existed," one expert said.
How much sway will new Fed Chair Kevin Warsh have over interest rates?
Fed chairs usually have a great deal of influence over the committee that sets interest rates, but their power is not absolute. And experts say Warsh will need to work to form consensus.
Senate confirms Kevin Warsh as Fed chair as Trump presses for lower rates
The Senate voted to confirm Kevin Warsh as chairman of the Federal Reserve, marking a victory for President Trump.
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Trump demands Medicaid data for deportation. Some states go further.
Several states have required their health agencies to take on another job: verifying immigration status among Medicaid recipients and reporting them to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Xi talks tough on Taiwan during Beijing meeting with Trump
Chinese President Xi Jinping had stern words for President Trump on Taiwan as they met in Beijing, warning of potential "clashes and even conflicts" if the issue isn't "handled properly."
Musk flew to China near end of OpenAI trial, after judge warned he could be recalled
Elon Musk arrived in Beijing on Wednesday, as his $150 billion lawsuit against OpenAI's Sam Altman played out. But a judge told Musk last month he may be recalled to a California courtroom for further testimony at the request of OpenAI lawyers.
Denise Powell projected to win Democratic primary in key Nebraska district
The state's electoral system was a key issue in the 2nd Congressional District primary to replace GOP Rep. Don Bacon.
Why Taiwan is a major flashpoint between the U.S. and China
For decades, U.S. presidents have remained steadfast in their defense of the tiny Asian ally from its neighboring giant.
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Trump demands Medicaid data for deportation. Some states go further.
Several states have required their health agencies to take on another job: verifying immigration status among Medicaid recipients and reporting them to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
No Americans showing hantavirus symptoms
Jake Rosmarin is one of the 16 Americans at the University of Nebraska Medical Center being monitored for signs of hantavirus. Ian Lee spoke with him and has more details.
AI is fabricating citations in biomedical studies, researchers find
"Your doctor could be making decisions around treatment based on studies that never existed," one expert said.
New Yorker describes hantavirus quarantine experience after cruise ship outbreak
A New York native is among 16 American passengers who are quarantining in Nebraska after being on the cruise ship that is at the center of the deadly hantavirus outbreak.
Overdose deaths fall for 3rd straight year, CDC data shows
This marks the longest decline in overdose deaths in decades, according to preliminary government data.
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Xi talks tough on Taiwan during Beijing meeting with Trump
Chinese President Xi Jinping had stern words for President Trump on Taiwan as they met in Beijing, warning of potential "clashes and even conflicts" if the issue isn't "handled properly."
Why Taiwan is a major flashpoint between the U.S. and China
For decades, U.S. presidents have remained steadfast in their defense of the tiny Asian ally from its neighboring giant.
Body of second U.S. soldier who went missing in Morocco recovered
The Army identified the soldier as Spc. Mariyah Collington.
Lawmakers seek crackdown on China-owned U.S. farmland
President Trump's meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping comes as members of Congress are calling for a crackdown on China's ability to acquire U.S. farmland, citing national security concerns.
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Netanyahu made secret visit to UAE to meet with country's president, Israel says
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu recently made a secret visit to the United Arab Emirates, where he met with President Mohammed bin Zayed, sources told CBS News.
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National Recording Registry adds Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Ray Charles, more
The Library of Congress revealed this year's list of 25 recordings to be preserved for future generations on the National Recording Registry.
Troubling trend for touring musicians
Major musicians from Post Malone to Meghan Trainor have recently struggled to sell out stadiums and arenas for their tours. It's a troubling trend being called "blue dot fever" and has led to entertainers canceling some or all of their shows. Ash-har Quraishi reports.
Geena Davis talks new series "The Boroughs"
Actor Geena Davis talks about starring in the new series "The Boroughs," if there are parallels between herself and the character she plays, and why she's drawn to supernatural projects. She also addresses representation in the entertainment industry.
"Top Gun" celebrates 40 years
The action movie "Top Gun," starring Tom Cruise, was released 40 years ago. To celebrate its anniversary, the film and its sequel, "Top Gun: Maverick," are returning to AMC theaters nationwide for one week. Vladimir Duthiers reports.
Stars of "Dutton Ranch" on reprising roles
Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser, the stars and executive producers of "Dutton Ranch," sit down with "CBS Mornings" to talk about reprising their "Yellowstone" roles for the series spinoff. The series premieres May 15 on Paramount+.
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Workers are getting paid to teach AI how to do their jobs
AI companies are recruiting a wide range of temp workers, from writers to wine enthusiasts, for hourly-paid gigs to help train their language models.
China's most critical issue: Taiwan
Chinese President Xi Jinping has called Taiwan "the most important issue" between his country and the U.S. About 10% of the population in Taiwan wants to reunify with mainland China, and there are real fears that it will fall under communist control. Tony Dokoupil and Anna Coren break down its importance to China and the U.S.
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.
Companies hiring humans to train AI platforms
AI training is an emerging job market where those with specialized skills are paid to train bots to be more accurate and human-like in their responses. The CBS News MoneyWatch team spoke with multiple hiring platforms that pair human experts with AI training jobs. Megan Cerullo has more.
How AI is changing travel
Almost every industry worldwide is integrating artificial intelligence into its operations, and the airline industry is no different. Booking.com CEO Glenn Fogel joins "The Takeout" to discuss AI's impact on travel.
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Emperor penguins in focus as Antarctica talks start in Japan
Greater protections for endangered emperor penguins and how to manage growing tourism are topping the agenda at talks on Antarctica in Japan.
What's in the released UFO files?
The Pentagon released UFO documents on Friday, with President Trump telling the public to "have fun" deciding for itself what is going on. Carter Evans reports.
Trump: UFO files released for transparency
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said it's time for the American people see it for themselves, as the Pentagon started releasing previously classified documents related to UFOs and UAPs. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has more.
"The Age of Disclosure" director on UFO files
The Pentagon on Friday released and declassified numerous files on UFOs, including eyewitness testimony, photos and reports. Government knowledge of non-human intelligent life was the subject of the documentary "The Age of Disclosure," released in February. Its director and producer, Dan Farah, joins CBS News to discuss.
Pentagon begins releasing UFO files: "It's time the American people see"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
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Videos show shots fired in Philippine Senate
Warning: Distressing video. Authorities in the Philippines tried to arrest a senator on Wednesday, resulting in a burst of gunfire in the Philippine Senate, according to an Associated Press journalist and other witnesses.
Alex Murdaugh to be tried again
Alex Murdaugh's double murder trial drew national attention, but three years later, South Carolina's Supreme Court tossed aside his conviction. Mark Strassmann reports on the new developments.
Why Alex Murdaugh is getting a new trial
Three years after Alex Murdaugh was convicted of killing his wife and son, the South Carolina Supreme Court on Wednesday overturned the verdict and granted Murdaugh a new trial. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman reports.
Kouri Richins speaks at sentencing hearing
Kouri Richins, the Utah mom convicted of murdering her husband, spoke for nearly 40 minutes at her sentencing hearing on Wednesday. Richins apologized to her sons and told them to "take care of one another." She was later sentenced to life without parole.
Kouri Richins sentenced to life without parole
A judge on Wednesday sentenced Kouri Richins, a Utah mom who wrote a book about grief, to life without parole for the murder of her husband. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has the latest.
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UFO files reveal astronauts saw mysterious objects and lights in 1972
NASA's Apollo 17 crew reported seeing three mysterious dots and sparks that resembled fireworks, according to new files released by the Pentagon.
Pentagon begins releasing UFO files: "It's time the American people see"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
Mysterious world beyond Pluto may have atmosphere, study says
If confirmed, the rock would become just the second world past Neptune in our solar system to host an atmosphere.
Artemis crew surprises 5-year-old aspiring astronaut with special gift
The Artemis II team gained a new member, and the crew made sure their youngest teammate had the right stuff for space.
Artemis II crew reveals what snack they ate right after splashdown
The Artemis II astronauts said they actually really enjoyed the space food, but it was a familiar candy they enjoyed after splashing down in the Pacific Ocean.
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
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The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
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Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Watch: Trump, Xi arrive for summit
President Trump and Xi Jinping arrived for their high-stakes summit Thursday morning in Beijing. They are expected to discuss trade, Taiwan and the war with Iran. Jessi Mitchell anchors CBS News' special report.
Study: Cash can help prevent homelessness
New research from Johns Hopkins School of Public Health shows that one-time direct cash payments of, on average, $3,700 can help prevent young people from falling into homelessness. Larry Cohen, co-founder and executive director of Point Source Youth, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Videos show shots fired in Philippine Senate
Warning: Distressing video. Authorities in the Philippines tried to arrest a senator on Wednesday, resulting in a burst of gunfire in the Philippine Senate, according to an Associated Press journalist and other witnesses.
5/13: The Takeout with Major Garrett
President Trump's trip to China gets underway; DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin details what ICE agents will be doing at World Cup games.
What led to so-called "learning recession"?
The annual Education Scorecard is highlighting a long-term decline in learning among American students. CBS News national correspondent Meg Oliver breaks down the results.