Lessons from the Derek Chauvin verdict
What lies ahead for racial justice following this week's guilty verdict in the trial of a White former Minneapolis police officer in the death of George Floyd?
Police Reform & Racial Justice
Bill would prevent fired cops from working in other jurisdictions
"Enough is enough," New York State Senator Brian Benjamin told CBS News.
Derek Chauvin's sentencing set for June 16
Chauvin faces decades in prison, but he could serve far less than the maximum sentence for each charge under Minnesota sentencing guidelines.
Family of Andrew Brown Jr. calls for release of body camera footage
Clergy, community leaders and the family of Andrew Brown Jr. are demanding the release of body camera footage from North Carolina law enforcement officers involved in his fatal shooting.
Attacks on police
There have been more targeted attacks on police in 2016 than any other year for the past 20 years. Over the past week, six officers were attacked in multiple cities across the country - including an officer in Idaho who had to react quickly. Don Dahler has more.
MN cop charged
Officer Jeronimo Yanez has been charged with second-degree manslaughter for shooting and killing Philando Castile at a traffic stop in St. Paul, Minnesota, last July -- an incident that was live-streamed on Facebook by his girlfriend. CBS News' Jamie Yuccas reports.
Leaders and loved ones mourn Daunte Wright at funeral
Reverend Al Sharpton delivered the eulogy at the funeral of the young man shot and killed by police in a Minneapolis suburb.
Lawmakers hold "good discussions" on police reform in wake of Chauvin verdict
The nation's eyes have shifted from the Minneapolis courtroom where Chauvin was tried to Capitol Hill.
Starbucks chair says lack of diversity is "corporate suicide"
Mellody Hobson draws attention to boardroom diversity: "We need less talk and more elbow grease on these issues."
La. police shooting video
A Louisiana judge released graphic police video Wednesday from last November when two deputies opened fire on a car and inadvertently killed a six-year-old autistic boy. The officers have been charged with murder. The video may be disturbing for some viewers. David Begnaud reports.
Obama urges Black Americans to "keep marching, keep speaking up, keep voting"
Mr. Obama said for the nation to progress, Black Americans "cannot let up during these next four" years.
Calif. cop shooting
Two officers in El Cajon, California, have been put on administrative leave after shooting and killing an unarmed black man. His family says he was mentally ill. CBS News' Mireya Villarreal has the details.
Minority-owned banks draw billions in funding and donations
The U.S., along with some of the nation's biggest banks, are pumping big bucks into Minority Depository Institutions.
A tale of two protests
Two controversial police shootings in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Charlotte, North Carolina have led to strikingly different protests. In Tulsa, protests have been largely peaceful. In Charlotte things have turned violent at times. Alexis McGill Johnson, executive director of the Perception Institute, joins CBSN to explain the contrast.
N.C. unrest latest
The protests in Charlotte, N.C., continued on for the third night. A curfew was imposed at midnight and the National Guard was in place to oversee the protesters. CBS News digital journalist Gilad Thaler and CBS News producer Jonathan Blakely join CBSN to discuss.
Tulsa cop charged
Tulsa police officer Betty Shelby has been charged with manslaughter for fatally shooting an unarmed black man, Terence Crutcher. Tulsa's District Attorney announced the charge Thursday afternoon. See his full remarks.
Tulsa cop's letter
A Tulsa police officer's Facebook post about the recent police-involved shooting is going viral. DeMarco Morgan and Reena Ninan have more.
Cops pepper spray girl
Police in Hagerstown, Maryland have released body-camera video of an officer pepper spraying a 15-year-old girl after she refused to put her feet inside a police cruiser. CBSN's Reena Ninan and DeMarco Morgan have more.
Charlotte in chaos
Charlotte, North Carolina, is under a state of emergency after a second night of violence over the police killing of a black man. Hundreds of demonstrators flooded downtown Charlotte Wednesday night, damaging property, blocking a highway and attacking members of the media. One person was shot, but apparently not by police. David Begnaud reports.
Unrest in the U.S.
Deadly police shootings have led to heightened racial tensions across the nation. Two separate police shootings left two African American men dead in Tulsa, Oklahoma and Charlotte, North Carolina. Associate professor at John Jay College of Criminal Justice Gloria Browne Marshall joins CBSN to discuss.
Police and teens
A role-playing exercise used by police outside of Chicago is earning praise for its attempts to mend wounds within the community. By switching place with teenagers, each group is given the chance to walk a mile in someone else's shoes. Jericka Duncan reports.
Outrage in Charlotte
Racial tensions are high in Charlotte after a police officer fatally shot a black man. Former Chicago police officer Dimitri Roberts joins CBSN to discuss the relationship between law enforcement and the community.
Violence erupts in Charlotte
Angry protests rocked Charlotte, North Carolina, overnight after a police officer killed a black man. Demonstrators damaged police cars, blocked a major highway and threw rocks and bottles at police. Officers fired tear gas at the protesters. David Begnaud reports on the unrest.
Tulsa police shooting outrage
The funeral for Terence Crutcher, an unarmed black man shot and killed by a white female police officer in Oklahoma, will be Saturday. Crutcher died Friday after police responded to a report of a stalled vehicle. Protesters now want officer Betty Shelby to be arrested. The state's governor called video of the shooting "troubling." Manuel Bojorquez reports.
OK officer shoots unarmed man
The family of an unarmed black man shot and killed by police in Oklahoma is calling for criminal charges. Tulsa police released footage Monday showing Terence Crutcher's death. The city's police chief called the graphic videos "very disturbing" and "difficult to watch." Manuel Bojorquez reports.
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Police kill suspect in deadly kidnapping
On Wednesday night in Chino Hills, about 30 miles south of Los Angeles, deputies fatally shot a suspect after a deadly kidnapping. Carter Evans reports as authorities piece together exactly what happened.
Hair sample found at Nancy Guthrie's home inconclusive as search hits 6-month mark
A hair sample found at the home of Nancy Guthrie came back inconclusive after undergoing testing, Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos revealed Thursday.
First responders testify in Lindsay Clancy trial
First responders testified Thursday in the trial of Lindsay Clancy, who admitted to killing her three children but pleaded not guilty to three counts of first-degree murder. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul has the details.
Peptide vendor sentenced to nearly 6 years in prison: "An incredible trail of harm"
A federal judge sentenced the owner of a peptide company to nearly six years in prison after finding the business deceived customers and sold products that were adulterated with steroids.
Details on Colin Gray sentence
Colin Gray, father of Appalache High School shooter Colt Gray, was sentenced to 15 years in prison on Thursday for his part in the 2024 tragedy perpetrated by his son. CBS News legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe has more.
First case in Alien Terrorist Removal Court
The Department of Justice is seeking to deport the mother of a convicted ISIS supporter through the Alien Terrorist Removal Court, which has never before been used. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has the story.
McHenry Co. coroner working to ID partial remains pulled from Fox River
Authorities have not yet identified partial human remains found in the Fox River, and it is not yet known whether they are connected to a boat crash or another incident.
Colin Gray sentenced to 15 years in prison
Colin Gray, the father of Apalachee High School shooter Colt Gray, was sentenced to 15 years in prison on Thursday. CBS News' Skyler Henry has more.
Leto denies sexual misconduct allegations
Multiple women accused performer Jared Leto of sexual misconduct in a new BBC documentary. Leto denies the allegations. CBS News' Lilia Luciano has more details.
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Anthropic reveals Claude "gained unauthorized access" to "real-world systems"
Anthropic's artificial intelligence model Claude "gained unauthorized access" to three outside organizations on three separate occasions during testing.
U.S. investigating if Iran was behind cyberattack on Minnesota water systems
Malicious cyber activity affected technology at more than 30 community water systems across Minnesota this week, leading authorities to dig into whether Iranian actors are behind the attack, CBS News has learned.
Stolen Civil War-era cannonballs found in suitcase at Alabama airport
Law enforcement officials say a set of stolen Civil War-era cannonballs was discovered in a passenger's suitcase during a routine security screening at Alabama's Gulf Shores International Airport.
Hair sample found at Nancy Guthrie's home inconclusive as search hits 6-month mark
A hair sample found at the home of Nancy Guthrie came back inconclusive after undergoing testing, Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos revealed Thursday.
American Airlines makes its flight refund policy more restrictive
American Airlines is tightening its flight refund and cancellation policy. Here's what to know.
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Anthropic reveals Claude "gained unauthorized access" to "real-world systems"
Anthropic's artificial intelligence model Claude "gained unauthorized access" to three outside organizations on three separate occasions during testing.
American Airlines makes its flight refund policy more restrictive
American Airlines is tightening its flight refund and cancellation policy. Here's what to know.
Poll analysis on cost of living and whether political parties have answers
Big majorities of Americans have said their incomes are not keeping up with inflation, and feel the president isn't focused enough on the issue.
Netflix sued for allegedly losing unreleased Nicolas Cage movie
Lawsuit alleges that a drive storing $45 million spy film starring Nicolas Cage was "stolen right off a Netflix desk."
Mortgage rates hit highest level in a year amid inflation fears
Mortgage rates are drifting higher as the Fed's interest rate decision and war in the Middle East fuel inflation concerns.
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Ukrainian ambassador tracks how Kyiv's relationship with D.C. has evolved,
The outgoing Ukrainian ambassador to the U.S. says Ukraine has been able to combat what she said characterized as a prior, erroneous narrative that Russia was winning the war, now in its fifth year.
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Pentagon weighs eliminating civilian tenure at military academies, draft memo says
The Pentagon is considering a sweeping remake of military higher education, including an end to civilian tenure and a "line-by-line" review of courses, according to a draft memo obtained by CBS News.
Trump says Hamas agreed to next phase of Gaza peace deal, including disarmament
President Trump said Hamas and his international "Board of Peace" have agreed on the next steps in a peace deal that includes Hamas' disarmament in the Gaza Strip.
U.S. investigating if Iran was behind cyberattack on Minnesota water systems
Malicious cyber activity affected technology at more than 30 community water systems across Minnesota this week, leading authorities to dig into whether Iranian actors are behind the attack, CBS News has learned.
Poll analysis on cost of living and whether political parties have answers
Big majorities of Americans have said their incomes are not keeping up with inflation, and feel the president isn't focused enough on the issue.
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Senate committee advances Dr. Erica Schwartz to be Trump's CDC director
If confirmed by the full Senate, Dr. Erica Schwartz would become the 22nd director of the Atlanta-based Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Millions of kids have caffeine in their diet. It's not all coming from soda.
On any given day, kids consume an average of 19.4 milligrams of caffeine, which is about two-thirds of what's in a can of Coke, according to a new report.
Extended Interview: Jay Bhattacharya
Rob Gutman speaks with Jay Bhattacharya, director of the National Institutes of Health and acting director of the CDC, about Dr. Anthony Fauci's actions during the pandemic, the possible origins of COVID-19, vaccines and more.
Acting CDC director on Fauci's testimony
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, the director of the National Institutes of Health and the acting director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention spoke with Matt Gutman about Dr. Anthony Fauci's hearing on Wednesday and other health issues that affect many Americans.
Fauci invokes the Fifth over 100 times
Dr. Anthony Fauci faced an angry Senate hearing on Wednesday, with Republicans confronting him over diary entries and his handling of the government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Nikole Killion has more.
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Ukrainian ambassador tracks how Kyiv's relationship with D.C. has evolved,
The outgoing Ukrainian ambassador to the U.S. says Ukraine has been able to combat what she said characterized as a prior, erroneous narrative that Russia was winning the war, now in its fifth year.
Trump says Hamas agreed to next phase of Gaza peace deal, including disarmament
President Trump said Hamas and his international "Board of Peace" have agreed on the next steps in a peace deal that includes Hamas' disarmament in the Gaza Strip.
What the fires burning near Bordeaux's vineyards could mean for France's wine industry
In France, wildfires this summer have already burned an area four times the size of Paris, driving hundreds of thousands of people from their homes.
CONCACAF rejects Infantino's World Cup investment plan after UEFA's boycott threat
North America's soccer body on Thursday rejected FIFA president Gianni Infantino's plan to sell stakes in the World Cup to private equity investors, joining European nations in opposition.
Spain deploys military to Morocco border after migrant crossings, 9 deaths
Spain will deploy its military to Ceuta to help restore order at its border with Morocco after local authorities in Ceuta had asked the central government in Madrid for reinforcements.
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"Spider-Man: Brand New Day" swings into theaters
Just weeks after "Supergirl" underperformed at the box office, the ninth live-action Spider-Man film since 2002 is expected to premiere with a projected global opening of as much as $465 million. Marlow Stern, chief correspondent at Variety, joins CBS News to discuss.
From the archives: Spider-Man creator Stan Lee
The creator of such superheroes as Spider-Man, Iron Man, the Avengers and the Fantastic Four, Stan Lee (1922-2018) was a comic book genius whose characters made him a superhero himself to legions of fans. In this report that originally aired Jan. 17, 2016, Lee talked with "Sunday Morning" correspondent Lee Cowan about his marvelous life story that, fittingly, was published in comic-book form.
Netflix sued for allegedly losing unreleased Nicolas Cage movie
Lawsuit alleges that a drive storing $45 million spy film starring Nicolas Cage was "stolen right off a Netflix desk."
From the archives: "Once" songwriter Glen Hansard
Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard, an Oscar-winner for "Once" (which became a Tony Award-winning musical), died July 29, 2026 at age 56. In this March 17, 2013 "Sunday Morning" profile, Hansard talked with Anthony Mason about growing up as a street performer in Dublin, and his meteoric rise to fame as a member of the rock band The Frames and (with Markéta Irglová) half of the duo The Swell Season. Also: A web extra featuring Hansard busking on the streets of New York City.
BTS skipping the next Grammy Awards
BTS said they will not submit their latest album for Grammy consideration, which came after the group's yearslong hiatus to fulfill their mandatory military duty. Emily Curl explains why the group's decision may be connected to the academy adding a new category.
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Anthropic reveals Claude "gained unauthorized access" to "real-world systems"
Anthropic's artificial intelligence model Claude "gained unauthorized access" to three outside organizations on three separate occasions during testing.
Altman expresses support for AI slowdown
Emily Birnbaum, a corporate lobbying reporter at Bloomberg News, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss what OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's lobbying efforts in Washington, D.C., mean for the industry as he voices his support for pacing AI development.
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.
OpenAI CEO meets with key Trump advisers
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is meeting with high-ranking Trump administration advisers following his talks with lawmakers on Capitol Hill. This comes as some tech workers criticize the rapid development of AI, demanding that the government create new safety regulations. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent has more.
Inside the advancements in AI
CBS News contributor Matt Shumer, a venture capitalist, told "CBS Mornings" artificial intelligence advancements are moving "way more quickly than anyone anticipated." Shumer addresses recent developments in AI and its impact on the workforce.
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Science
How plants feel
Science shows us that, even though plants don't have brains, they seem to have a nervous system that responds to touch in remarkable ways. Robert Krulwich and puppeteer Barnaby Dixon explore the science of thigmomorphogenesis (the phenomenon of plants reacting to outside stimulae), a discussion that plants the seeds for a song.
Nearly 30 beluga whales sent to the U.S.
Nearly 30 beluga whales were sent to aquariums across the U.S. in a multinational emergency operation after their home aquarium in Canada shuttered. Jared Ochacher reports.
SpaceX launches first rocket since IPO
Elon Musk's aerospace company, SpaceX, launched its massive Starship rocket in its first test flight since the company went public. Since achieving the largest IPO in history, SpaceX's stock has dropped drastically. Mark Strassmann takes a look.
Wildfire smoke continues to shroud U.S.
Millions of people are enduring dangerous air quality as Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds the skies. Jonathan Overpeck, dean of the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan, explains how climate change is worsening wildfires.
How AI data centers impact the environment
New York has become the first state to impose a temporary moratorium on data center development while state lawmakers lay the groundwork to assess environmental and social impacts. Dr. Mike Weinstein, the director of sustainability at Southern New Hampshire University, explains what we know about the wider environmental impact data centers.
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Crime
Police kill suspect in deadly kidnapping
On Wednesday night in Chino Hills, about 30 miles south of Los Angeles, deputies fatally shot a suspect after a deadly kidnapping. Carter Evans reports as authorities piece together exactly what happened.
Hair sample found at Nancy Guthrie's home inconclusive as search hits 6-month mark
A hair sample found at the home of Nancy Guthrie came back inconclusive after undergoing testing, Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos revealed Thursday.
First responders testify in Lindsay Clancy trial
First responders testified Thursday in the trial of Lindsay Clancy, who admitted to killing her three children but pleaded not guilty to three counts of first-degree murder. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul has the details.
Peptide vendor sentenced to nearly 6 years in prison: "An incredible trail of harm"
A federal judge sentenced the owner of a peptide company to nearly six years in prison after finding the business deceived customers and sold products that were adulterated with steroids.
Details on Colin Gray sentence
Colin Gray, father of Appalache High School shooter Colt Gray, was sentenced to 15 years in prison on Thursday for his part in the 2024 tragedy perpetrated by his son. CBS News legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe has more.
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Russian Soyuz brings three home after 8 months at space station
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
SpaceX's Super Heavy-Starship blasts off on 13th test flight
An upgraded version of the world's most powerful rocket is key to landing NASA astronauts on the moon in the agency's Artemis program.
Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomers discover sugar in space that's also found in raspberries
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
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"Spider-Man: Brand New Day" swings into theaters
Just weeks after "Supergirl" underperformed at the box office, the ninth live-action Spider-Man film since 2002 is expected to premiere with a projected global opening of as much as $465 million. Marlow Stern, chief correspondent at Variety, joins CBS News to discuss.
Boat company owner donates profits to charity
Eddie Smith, the owner of Grady-White Boats, could have sold his business for hundreds of millions of dollars. Instead, he decided to turn the company over to a charitable trust.
Legal analysis on who decides election rules
President Trump is fighting with 23 states and the District of Columbia over election rules and mail-in ballots. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins to discuss.
Sheriff discusses Nancy Guthrie case
Nearly six months after Nancy Guthrie was kidnapped from her home in Tucson, Arizona, Jonathan Vigliotti sat down with the sheriff at the forefront of the investigation.
WNBA game sees sideline controversy
Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham made news off the court for her recent comments about transgender athletes in women's sports. Jan Crawford has more.