Justice Department opens probe of Minneapolis police after Chauvin verdict
A jury in Hennepin County, Minnesota, found Minneapolis Police officer Derek Chauvin guilty of murder.
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Police reform legislation has "more momentum" post Chauvin verdict
The House passed the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act in March.
Chauvin verdict comes year after police called Floyd's death "medical distress"
On the day of George Floyd's fatal arrest, Minneapolis police described a "medical incident" with no mention of an officer kneeling on Floyd's neck for more than 9 minutes.
Witnesses in Chauvin trial speak out on emotional court experiences
Charles McMillian and Donald Williams, who both witnessed George Floyd's fatal arrest, spoke with "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King.
Federal agents were "unprepared" to quell Portland unrest, IG finds
The DHS inspector general found many agents who were sent to Portland in the summer of 2020 lacked training and equipment.
Governor praises Chauvin verdict, but says there is more to do
"My fear is everybody packs up and we think we've got this. As I've been saying, this is the floor. This is the very basic floor of what should be done," he said.
George Floyd's brother turning "pain into purpose" after Chauvin verdict
Floyd said his next steps would involve running The Philonise and Keeta Floyd Institute for Social Change in order to hold those in power accountable.
Biden calls Chauvin murder conviction a "step forward"
The president spoke with George Floyd's family after the judge read the guilty verdict.
Nation reacts to Derek Chauvin's conviction
Protesters in Minneapolis cheered Tuesday after a jury convicted former police officer Derek Chauvin of all three counts in the death of George Floyd.
Praise for teen who filmed George Floyd's murder
"Her bravery in that moment must never be forgotten," actress Kerry Washington said of Frazier.
Chauvin convicted of all charges in George Floyd's death
Chauvin was found guilty of second-degree murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter.
Minneapolis community leaders look toward long-term goals
Local and national leaders have been holding events in the city since the trial began.
"A moment of accountability": Lawmakers react to Chauvin verdict
Chauvin was found guilty on all three counts in the killing of George Floyd.
What to know about the charges in the Derek Chauvin trial
The 12-member jury was given detailed instructions to guide them as they weighed three charges against the ex-cop in George Floyd's death.
Ferguson two years later
Ferguson, Missouri, agreed to reform the police department after an officer shot and killed 18-year-old Michael Brown two years ago. DeMarco Morgan reports on what has and hasn't changed in Ferguson.
DOJ Baltimore PD report
The U.S. Justice Department unloaded on Baltimore's police department Wednesday, accusing officers of routinely targeting African Americans. Federal and local officials are now demanding change. Jeff Pegues reports.
Chauvin's fate in the hands of the jury: "The world is watching"
Prosecutors argued Derek Chauvin squeezed the life out of George Floyd while the defense argued the former cop acted reasonably.
Cities brace for violence as Derek Chauvin verdict looms
Minneapolis and other cities across the country are increasing security as the jury deliberates.
Jury begins deliberations in Derek Chauvin trial
Closing arguments were held Monday in the trial of the ex-cop charged in the death of George Floyd.
Austin arrest video
Police in Austin, Texas, have released video of a black elementary school teacher being thrown to the ground by a white police officer. One of the officers later told her black people have "violent tendencies." David Begnaud reports.
Baton Rouge police widows
Three Baton Rouge police officers were gunned down in an ambush Sunday morning. Two of the officers' widows spoke about their loss with David Begnaud.
"Lone wolf" attacks on police
National security expert and former police officer Dimitri Roberts discusses the police killings in Dallas and Baton Rouge.
Baton Rouge police shot dead
Three police officers have been killed and others wounded after a shooting Sunday morning in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. David Begnaud has more.
Obama Speaks About Baton Rouge
President Obama made a plea for unity while addressing the Baton Rouge police shooting that took place Sunday morning. Three officers were killed in the shooting.
Race relations
After a deadly week of shootings and protests, racial tensions are higher than they've been in years. Former CEO and president of the NAACP Ben Jealous joins CBSN to discuss the state of race relations in the U.S.
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Lindsay Clancy's lawyer asks Trump for pardon
Lindsay Clancy's lawyer spoke with CBS News Boston on Tuesday, explaining why he'd asked President Trump to somehow pardon her, as she is still under state indictment for killing her three children. Shanelle Kaul reports.
Thieves on the run after Renoir paintings stolen in France
Four Renoir paintings worth an estimated $10.5 million were stolen from a French museum, though they abandoned two of the paintings as they fled. Two suspected thieves are still on the run.
Patrick Clancy calls out conspiracy theories
Lindsay Clancy's ex-husband, Patrick Clancy, blasted claims on Tuesday that he is behind the killings of his three children. CBS News Boston reporter Cristina Rex has more.
U.S. Marshals find 79 missing children
The U.S. Marshals Service announced that it found 79 missing and endangered children across Ohio in August. The Marshals Service worked with federal, state and local partners to find the children during Operation Meridian. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
Judge orders bond increase for Barry Morphew after arrest
A Colorado judge ordered an increase in bond for murder suspect Barry Morphew on Tuesday from $3 million to $10 million cash only.
Remains found 49 years ago in North Carolina identified as teen runaway
Skeletal remains found in North Carolina in 1977 have been identified as those of Cindy Marcell Blizzard, a 15-year-old girl who ran away from her home in Monkton, Maryland, investigators said.
Details on new Elizabeth Holmes doc
Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim's new documentary about Elizabeth Holmes is "probably the wildest documentary I've ever seen," according to Rebecca Ford, Vanity Fair's senior Hollywood correspondent, who was there for the documentary's secret premiere. Ford joined CBS News with more details.
Woman in court for allegedly killing her son
An Illinois woman is in court on Tuesday after being charged with murdering her 2-year-old son. Prosecutors say she was heavily invested in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial. CBS News Chicago's Darius Johnson has more. (Warning: This video may contain violent and disturbing content. Viewer discretion is advised.)
Patrick Clancy's action against conspiracies
Lindsay Clancy's ex-husband, Patrick, is responding after conspiracy theorists claimed he was involved in his children's deaths. In a statement Tuesday, his lawyer warned about consequences for those involved. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
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Ross Fire still burning, with over 90,000 acres scorched
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
New Hampshire Senate race set between Pappas and Sununu after projected primary wins
Rep. Chris Pappas defeated democratic socialist Karishma Manzur in the Democratic primary, while former Sen. John Sununu defeated Scott Brown in the GOP contest.
Federal judge backs Missouri's new House map after Supreme Court rebuffs case
A federal judge ruled that Missouri should use a new congressional map that favors Republicans for now, hours after the U.S. Supreme Court left in place a ruling from the state's highest court directing Missouri to use an older map.
Lindsay Clancy juror speaks after mistrial: "There was so much doubt"
A woman who served as a juror in Lindsay Clancy's high-profile Massachusetts murder trial provided a look at deliberations, saying there was too much doubt for her to reach a guilty verdict.
Why some key GOP candidates are skipping Trump-backed midterm convention
President Trump and top GOP leaders are gathering in Dallas for a midterm convention, though some Republicans in competitive races are opting to skip it and campaign in their home districts or states.
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Trump administration to ban some Canadian motorcycles, dairy, alcohol
The Trump administration moved Tuesday to ban imports of Canadian motorcycles, some dairy products and most types of alcohol starting later this month, intensifying the trade war between the two countries.
Apple event expected to debut foldable iPhone and new CEO John Ternus
Apple's Sept. 9 tech showcase is set to feature new CEO John Ternus unveiling its first foldable iPhone and the iPhone 18.
Bombardier caught in the crossfire of escalating U.S.-Canada feud
President Trump threatened to ban Bombardier sales in the U.S. as Canada's retaliatory tariffs take effect. Here's what to know about the aircraft maker.
Goldman Sachs warns oil prices could hit $120 as U.S. fuel costs surge
Higher gas and diesel prices have cost Americans an additional $100 billion since the Iran war began, according to a Brown University tracker.
Canada's retaliatory tariffs on $20 billion in U.S. goods take effect
Canada's steep retaliatory tariffs on $20 billion in U.S. goods took effect just after midnight ET on Tuesday, deepening the trade war between the two countries.
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Stefany Shaheen, Anthony DiLorenzo win New Hampshire primaries, CBS News projects
Stefany Shaheen and Anthony DiLorenzo Won their respective primaries to replace Democratic Rep. Chris Pappas in New Hampshire's 1st Congressional District, CBS News projects.
Trump administration to ban some Canadian motorcycles, dairy, alcohol
The Trump administration moved Tuesday to ban imports of Canadian motorcycles, some dairy products and most types of alcohol starting later this month, intensifying the trade war between the two countries.
New Hampshire Senate race set between Pappas and Sununu after projected primary wins
Rep. Chris Pappas defeated democratic socialist Karishma Manzur in the Democratic primary, while former Sen. John Sununu defeated Scott Brown in the GOP contest.
Michigan Jewish leaders call on El-Sayed to change posture on Israel
A coalition of Michigan Jewish leaders launched a petition calling on Abdul El-Sayed and other political candidates to make baseline commitments on Jewish safety and Israel, or risk losing their support.
Federal judge backs Missouri's new House map after Supreme Court rebuffs case
A federal judge ruled that Missouri should use a new congressional map that favors Republicans for now, hours after the U.S. Supreme Court left in place a ruling from the state's highest court directing Missouri to use an older map.
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NYC officials release unseen post-9/11 air quality documents
New York City officials released thousands of previously unseen documents questioning the air quality at Ground Zero following the 9/11 attacks.
What is postpartum psychosis?
Experts discuss the symptoms, diagnosis and stigma surrounding postpartum psychosis (not to be confused with postpartum depression), a psychiatric emergency with symptoms that can be extreme and dangerous, as testified in the trial of Lindsay Clancy.
What is postpartum psychosis?
Postpartum psychosis (not to be confused with postpartum depression) is a psychiatric emergency with symptoms that can be extreme and dangerous, as testified in the trial of Lindsay Clancy. Correspondent Faith Salie talks with experts about the symptoms, diagnosis and stigma surrounding postpartum psychosis; and with a mother whose experience of hallucinations and distorted reality soon after giving birth threatened her and her family.
A woman was in pain for decades. A chance meeting helped her learn why.
Dawn Jemison started dealing with pelvic pain as a preteen. It took decades to learn why — and to find a solution.
Employer and worker health plan costs expected to jump in 2027
Employer health benefit costs are projected to see the steepest increase next year since 2003. That could mean higher deductions and out-of-pocket costs for workers.
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U.S. forces destroy 5 Iranian oil tankers, triggering retaliation from Tehran
The price of crude oil hit a 7-week high after the U.S. said it blew up 5 more Iranian oil tankers, triggering retaliation from Tehran.
London police use tech to tackle masked phone snatchers
Police say fewer people in London are getting their phones stolen by criminals speeding by on bikes and mopeds thanks to a dedicated task force with an "eye in the sky."
U.S. envoy warns U.K. against new plan to sanction Israeli settlements
Britain and 11 other U.S. allies say they'll sanction trade with Israeli settlements in the West Bank, citing an "unprecedented level of settler violence."
Ukrainian woman designing a ballistic missile to put Moscow in reach
Before Russia invaded, Iryna Terekh designed patios. Now she runs a Ukrainian defense company testing a missile she says will soon put Moscow in range.
Lithuania training civilians to defend against a Russian invasion
Lithuania is teaching civilians young and old to help defend their tiny nation from a hypothetical Russian invasion, and telling Putin, "We don't fear you."
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Details on new Elizabeth Holmes doc
Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim's new documentary about Elizabeth Holmes is "probably the wildest documentary I've ever seen," according to Rebecca Ford, Vanity Fair's senior Hollywood correspondent, who was there for the documentary's secret premiere. Ford joined CBS News with more details.
John Legend announces new album
John Legend announced a new album, "Muse," set to be released in late October. Legend sat down with Nate Burleson to discuss the album's new sound and his collaboration with Pharrell.
Secret Elizabeth Holmes documentary makes debut
Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes, already serving an 11-year sentence for defrauding investors, is now also the star of a new documentary co-created by an absurdist comedian. CBS News' Lilia Luciano has the story.
King Charles: Harry, Meghan won't work as royals
Prince Harry and Megan Markle have returned to the U.K., but not to any official royal duties. But just in case there is any hint of confusion, King Charles released a letter of clarification on Monday. CBS News' Holly Williams has details.
Fall television season set to begin
Labor Day weekend not only marks the traditional end of summer, but the start of the fall television season. The Hollywood Reporter senior editor Alex Weprin joins CBS News to discuss.
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Apple event expected to debut foldable iPhone and new CEO John Ternus
Apple's Sept. 9 tech showcase is set to feature new CEO John Ternus unveiling its first foldable iPhone and the iPhone 18.
Data center development turns some landowners into millionaires
Most Americans say they're opposed to data centers. But a lucky few have gotten rich selling their land to data center developers.
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 hypes GPT-6 Astra
OpenAI announced GPT-6 Astra as its most powerful model yet, with some saying that the era of artificial general intelligence is here. Meanwhile, concerns about cybersecurity and tech regulation are rising. Axios tech policy reporter Maria Curi joins CBS News with more.
The positive side of data centers
While data centers bother many, some lucky landowners have become millionaires by selling property to developers. Kelly O'Grady reports.
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Ig Nobel prizes go to scientists studying cockroach milk, nose-blowing, more
Ten research teams were honored at a satirical science awards ceremony that was hosted outside the U.S. for the first time due to travel concerns. A study of cockroach milk was among the winners.
Vote on the fattest marmot now
Marmots, not bears, are the largest "true" hibernating mammal, UCLA marmot researchers Katie Adler and Emily Renkey say. The two share more fun facts about these cute creatures and explain how to vote for the fattest marmot.
NASA plans to launch new space telescope
NASA's new telescope could change the way we see space. With a wide-field camera that will reveal an area up to 200 times larger than the Hubble Space Telescope, and an orbit a million miles from Earth, the Nancy Grace Roman telescope is expected to find tens of thousands of unknown exoplanets.
Invasive Joro spiders are "slowly spreading." Here's what to do if you see one.
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park told visitors Tuesday that invasive Joro spiders "may be hanging in a web near you."
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
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Lindsay Clancy's lawyer asks Trump for pardon
Lindsay Clancy's lawyer spoke with CBS News Boston on Tuesday, explaining why he'd asked President Trump to somehow pardon her, as she is still under state indictment for killing her three children. Shanelle Kaul reports.
Thieves on the run after Renoir paintings stolen in France
Four Renoir paintings worth an estimated $10.5 million were stolen from a French museum, though they abandoned two of the paintings as they fled. Two suspected thieves are still on the run.
Patrick Clancy calls out conspiracy theories
Lindsay Clancy's ex-husband, Patrick Clancy, blasted claims on Tuesday that he is behind the killings of his three children. CBS News Boston reporter Cristina Rex has more.
U.S. Marshals find 79 missing children
The U.S. Marshals Service announced that it found 79 missing and endangered children across Ohio in August. The Marshals Service worked with federal, state and local partners to find the children during Operation Meridian. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
Judge orders bond increase for Barry Morphew after arrest
A Colorado judge ordered an increase in bond for murder suspect Barry Morphew on Tuesday from $3 million to $10 million cash only.
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NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
Roman Space Telescope promises 300-megapixel views of the cosmos
The $4.3 billion telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of exoplanets while probing the nature of mysterious dark matter and energy.
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
NASA images show 60-foot-wide crater on moon after SpaceX rocket booster crash
A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket.
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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.
Dolly Parton: An extraordinary life in pictures
Dolly Parton, the country music legend who became a feminist icon, has died at the age of 80. Here is a look back at her life in pictures.
Investigating the death of designer Sylvie Cachay
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
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.
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Hurricane Lowell lashes Hawaiian islands
Hurricane Lowell lashed the Hawaiian islands with up to 2 feet of rain in some parts, 90-mph winds and monster waves. Carter Evans reports and Rob Marciano hs the forecast.
Lindsay Clancy's lawyer asks Trump for pardon
Lindsay Clancy's lawyer spoke with CBS News Boston on Tuesday, explaining why he'd asked President Trump to somehow pardon her, as she is still under state indictment for killing her three children. Shanelle Kaul reports.
Barack Obama on the bin Laden operation
In 2011, then-President Barack Obama sat down with 60 Minutes for his first interview after the killing of Osama bin Laden. He described what went through his mind as he watched the operation unfold.
SCOTUS rebuffs Missouri request for new House map
The Supreme Court on Tuesday denied an emergency application to block a Missouri Supreme Court ruling barring the state from using its new congressional map, which favors Republicans. CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro has more.
Hurricane Marie damages several SoCal homes
Hurricane Marie damaged several homes across Southern California. CBS News Los Angeles' Jeff Nguyen is in Malibu with a look at the aftermath.