Transgender students now protected under Title IX
The secretary of education said all LGBTQ+ students "deserve the opportunity to learn and thrive in schools that are free from discrimination."
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Senate could expand LGBTQ protections with Equality Act
Although the House has passed the bill, it is uncertain whether enough Republicans will support it in the Senate.
The bans on transgender athletes — 6 facts
Lawmakers in 27 states have proposed legislation that would ban transgender athletes from competing in school sports that match their gender identity.
DeSantis signs trans athlete act on first day of Pride Month
The law states women and girls must play on the sport teams of the "biological sex" on their birth certificate. So, a transgender girl cannot play on a girls' team.
Why this 14-year-old activist is fighting for trans athletes
Rebekah Bruesehoff, 14, is fighting for the rights of transgender kids.
Welsh town elects nonbinary mayor in a historic first
At 23 years old, Owen Hurcum is not only the youngest mayor in Wales, but "first ever openly Non-Binary Mayor of any city anywhere," they said.
Biden administration restores transgender health protections
The move reverses a Trump-era policy that sought to narrow the scope of legal rights in sensitive situations involving medical care.
Louisiana lawmakers reject bill to limit transgender youth in sports
Lawmakers on a Louisiana House committee Tuesday narrowly refused to advance a proposal to prohibit transgender athletes from competing on girls' sports teams in schools.
Referee who came out as transgender makes Israeli sports history
"This is the first step in a long and wonderful journey. Sapir, we are proud to do it with you," the Israel Football Association tweeted.
Caitlyn Jenner opposes transgender girls playing women's sports
"We have to protect girls' sports in our schools," Jenner said in an interview with TMZ.
"Tears of joy": Actor Elliot Page opens up about his "life-saving" transition
"There is such an attack on trans health care right now," Page said. "And if you are going to do this and if you are also not going to allow trans kids to play sports, children will die."
Mother urges Texas lawmakers not to pass anti-trans bill
"If this bill becomes law, that, senators, is child abuse," said Amber Briggle, the mother of a trans 13-year-old.
Bills targeting trans youth "could come at the literal cost of lives," advocates say
More than 75 bills have been introduced by legislators that target transgender youth. Advocates warn the bills are a "terrifying reinforcement of the most damaging messages that...they don't belong."
Transgender activist Raquel Willis speaks out on Arkansas law
Arkansas just passed a controversial law that criminalizes gender-affirming medical treatment for trans youth.
Arkansas bans gender-affirming treatments for minors
Arkansas is now the first state in the country with a law banning gender transition treatments for people under 18
Arkansas' GOP governor vetoes bill restricting transgender health care
He said the bill was "a product of the cultural war in America"
Transgender sports bans become conservative litmus test
Lawmakers in at least 25 states have proposed measures restricting transgender athletes from competing in school sports.
Pentagon announces new policies on transgender troops
The updated policies come on Trans Day of Visibility.
Star Wars announces trans non-binary Jedi on Trans Day of Visibility
"We support trans lives and we are passionate and committed to broadening our representation in a galaxy far far [a]way," Star Wars posted on Instagram.
Megan Rapinoe says sports have "become another avenue" to attack transgender people
"Sports have become another avenue to attack the rights of trans people," the soccer star said.
Arkansas bans transgender athletes from female sports teams
The law prohibits transgender girls and women from joining a girl's school, intramural or club sport – from elementary to the collegiate level.
Rachel Levine confirmed as assistant health secretary
She is also the highest-ranked openly transgender federal official.
Dad's speech about trans daughter goes viral
The dad's testimony about his "wonderful and beautiful transgender daughter," went viral this week.
Leyna Bloom becomes 1st trans woman of color in SI Swimsuit Issue
"My spirit has reached new levels. This moment is bigger than my wildest infinite dreams," Bloom wrote of the historic moment.
College athletes call on NCAA to pull events from states with anti-trans bills
The news comes as states across the country have introduced anti-trans legislation.
U.S.
9 children, 1 adult killed in accident on Alabama highway after storm
Eight of the fatalities were from one vehicle, a vehicle from Tallapoosa County Girls Ranch, part of the Alabama Sheriffs Youth Ranch.
Gottlieb says U.S. needs new vaccine strategy as pace of shots lags
"We need to think about a different vaccine delivery strategy to get the people who are still reluctant," Gottlieb said.
Fiona Hill welcomes new Russia sanctions over Navalny poisoning
Navalny was poisoned with Novichok, a Soviet-era nerve agent.
Transcript: Lonnie G. Bunch III on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Lonnie G. Bunch III, secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, that aired Sunday, June 20, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Transcript: Daniel Pink on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Daniel Pink that aired Sunday, June 20, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Schiff says U.S. should go "on offense" in response to cyberattacks
Cybersecurity was a key topic during President Biden's summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Transcript: Fiona Hill on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Fiona Hill that aired Sunday, June 20, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Transcript: Scott Gottlieb on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Dr. Scott Gottlieb that aired Sunday, June 20, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Transcript: Adam Schiff on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Democratic Congressman Adam Schiff of California that aired Sunday, June 20, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Are reparations the answer to America's historic racial wealth gap?
Experts say the wealth gap between White and Black households was fueled by generations of enslavement, Jim Crow laws and discrimination, and offer proposals to narrow the gap, including race-neutral anti-poverty programs.
Jim Gaffigan: Are we naïve to believe it's over?
The comedian refuses to say WHAT it is he hopes is "over" (so as not to jinx anything), but he's optimistic that the thing is over.
Malcolm Gladwell on "The Bomber Mafia"
The author of such bestsellers as "Blink" and "Outliers" talks about his latest work, "The Bomber Mafia," about a group of idealists during the Second World War and their attempt to use technology to reinvent war.
Building a canoe – and rebuilding a relationship with his late father
Trent Preszler, who had an estranged relationship with his dad, used the only thing his father left him – his toolbox – in a passion project that lead to life-changing realizations about self-discovery, reconciliation and forgiveness.
Astronauts deploy solar array in second attempt
The successful solar array installation clears the way for another spacewalk Friday
Biden's dog Champ has died, White House says
The White House announced the death of Champ, the Biden family's "constant, cherished companion during the last 13 years."
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New fossils reveal one of the largest land mammals ever found
About 25 million years ago, giant rhinos more than 16 feet tall roamed the Earth.
How to watch the full "strawberry" moon, the last supermoon of 2021
June's full moon is quickly approaching, and it marks the final supermoon of the year.
Iran elects hard-line president amid historically low voter turnout
Ebrahim Raisi dominated the election only after a panel under the watch of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei disqualified his strongest competition.
Legendary sprinter dies of COVID-19 days after his wife
Popularly known as "the Flying Sikh," Singh was the first Indian athlete to win a gold medal at the Commonwealth Games.
Supreme Court sides with Cargill, Nestle in child slavery suit
The decision will make it harder to sue American companies for alleged human-rights violations outside the U.S.
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9 children, 1 adult killed in accident on Alabama highway after storm
Eight of the fatalities were from one vehicle, a vehicle from Tallapoosa County Girls Ranch, part of the Alabama Sheriffs Youth Ranch.
Gottlieb says U.S. needs new vaccine strategy as pace of shots lags
"We need to think about a different vaccine delivery strategy to get the people who are still reluctant," Gottlieb said.
Fiona Hill welcomes new Russia sanctions over Navalny poisoning
Navalny was poisoned with Novichok, a Soviet-era nerve agent.
Transcript: Lonnie G. Bunch III on "Face the Nation"
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Transcript: Daniel Pink on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Daniel Pink that aired Sunday, June 20, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
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Gottlieb says U.S. needs new vaccine strategy as pace of shots lags
"We need to think about a different vaccine delivery strategy to get the people who are still reluctant," Gottlieb said.
Fiona Hill welcomes new Russia sanctions over Navalny poisoning
Navalny was poisoned with Novichok, a Soviet-era nerve agent.
Transcript: Daniel Pink on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Daniel Pink that aired Sunday, June 20, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Schiff says U.S. should go "on offense" in response to cyberattacks
Cybersecurity was a key topic during President Biden's summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Transcript: Fiona Hill on "Face the Nation"
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Bobby Flay on the next generation of cooking heroes
The cookbook author and Food Network star says inspiration for home cooks is now coming not just from TV chefs, but from TikTok.
Best movies streaming right now on Netflix
Looking for something fresh to watch? Here are the top films available on the streaming platform.
Seth Meyers, late night's "Mr. Nice Guy"
The "Saturday Night Live" alum who has hosted "Late Night with Seth Meyers" since 2014 talks about leaving his COVID-lockdown attic and returning to the TV studio, and about whether his sunny reputation hides a dark side. (Spoiler alert: it doesn't!)
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Seth Meyers, late night's "Mr. Nice Guy"
The "Saturday Night Live" alum who has hosted "Late Night with Seth Meyers" since 2014 talks with correspondent Rita Braver about leaving his COVID-lockdown attic and returning to the TV studio, and about whether his sunny reputation hides a dark side. (Spoiler alert: it doesn't!)
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Amazon Prime Day 2021: Discounts may not be all that prime
One-third of Americans plan to use some of their stimulus money to spend during the sales event June 21 and 22.
Follow these steps to stay secure and maintain privacy at home
The smart home office has never been more important. Here's how you can lock out hackers and cybercriminals.
Major airlines, banks among those hit by latest brief online outage
U.S.-based carriers and Australian banks were among those reporting disruptions. Similar waves of tech hiccups have hit in recent weeks.
China launches 3-man crew to its new space station
The three-man crew plans to spend three months aboard the Tianhe space station core module.
80% of ransomware victims suffer repeat attacks, new report says
A quarter of businesses surveyed ultimately shut down, with nearly one in three losing top leadership, either by dismissal or resignation, and 29% forced to eliminate jobs.
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How mRNA technology is altering vaccine treatments
Using messenger ribonucleic acid as a platform for delivering COVID vaccinations is just the beginning, as biotech companies like Moderna are looking at using mRNA to change the way we treat or prevent other diseases.
New fossils reveal one of the largest land mammals ever found
About 25 million years ago, giant rhinos more than 16 feet tall roamed the Earth.
How to watch the full "strawberry" moon, the last supermoon of 2021
June's full moon is quickly approaching, and it marks the final supermoon of the year.
Endangered snake species found thriving near San Francisco airport
A federal study showed nearby wetlands sustain some 1,300 San Francisco garter snakes — the largest concentration discovered to date.
Will China's fast pace in the space race fuel U.S. ambitions?
The U.S. government barred China from work on the International Space Station, so the Chinese are building their own - and fast.
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How mRNA technology is altering vaccine treatments
Using messenger ribonucleic acid as a platform for delivering COVID vaccinations is just the beginning, as biotech companies like Moderna are looking at using mRNA to change the way we treat or prevent other diseases.
You've been vaccinated. So do you need a vaccine card?
Millions of Americans are getting CDC-issued "vaccination record" cards. Here's what to do with them.
Pricey brain-cancer drug no longer an option under Medicare
Seller of therapy that can cost up to $1,000 a capsule exited federal discount program in January. "It's all greed," one critic said.
Most stressful job during pandemic? Teaching
Learning new technology and juggling in-person with remote students were some of the toughest challenges they faced.
Biogen Alzheimer's drug may be a Medicare "budget buster"
At $56,000 per year, Aduhelm "could be a real budget-buster" for the government health program, some experts say.
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Most stressful job during pandemic? Teaching
Learning new technology and juggling in-person with remote students were some of the toughest challenges they faced.
Equal pay in key jobs would boost 2 million Black Americans
Gap "can be solved by corporations and individuals in America adopting anti-racism as a core value," said one CEO.
Workers are resigning at record rates. That's good for economy
Workers want more pay, better conditions or to be their own boss — and for now, they're getting what they want.
Amazon Prime Day 2021: Discounts may not be all that prime
One-third of Americans plan to use some of their stimulus money to spend during the sales event June 21 and 22.
Morgan Stanley: If you want NYC salary, you need to be in NYC offices
"If you want to get paid New York rates, you work in New York," James Gorman said about returning to the office.
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Attorneys offer surprising defense for men charged in Ahmaud Arbery killing
Attorneys on both sides of the case speak with "48 Hours" about the viral video of the fatal shooting — what they say it shows and what it doesn't.
3 killed, "dangerous" suspect sought after crime spree in Oregon
A suspect is believed to have killed three people in a wave of violence that included a hit-and-run crash and a shooting at a pot shop.
Shocking video shows kids caught in middle of NYC shooting
In the video, the 10-year-old girl can be seen hugging her 5-year-old brother, all while the gunman keeps firing.
What we know about the "unprecedented" Capitol riot arrests
"The Capitol Attack is likely the most complex investigation ever prosecuted by the Department of Justice," the government said in a court filing.
New details emerge in California road rage shooting
Marcus Eriz, 24, and his girlfriend appeared in court on Friday and pleaded not guilty.
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Astronauts deploy solar array in second attempt
The successful solar array installation clears the way for another spacewalk Friday
How to watch the full "strawberry" moon, the last supermoon of 2021
June's full moon is quickly approaching, and it marks the final supermoon of the year.
Spacewalk planned for Sunday
On Sunday, two astronauts will venture outside the International Space Station to continue upgrades to its solar panels. With the operational lifespan of the ISS set to expire in 2024, NASA is hoping some upgrades will keep it running longer. CBS News Space Analyst Bill Harwood talks with CBSN Anchor Lana Zak about how the power upgrades factor into that plan and China's growing presence in space.
SpaceX launches GPS satellite with previously flown booster
Space Force officials say using previously flown boosters will save $64.5 million over three missions.
China launches 3-man crew to its new space station
The three-man crew plans to spend three months aboard the Tianhe space station core module.
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Notorious serial killer Ted Bundy's murder spree ended when he was caught shortly after attacking several women at Florida State University in Tallahassee.
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Employment in America: A Shifting Workforce
CBSN and CBS MoneyWatch present "Employment in America: A Shifting Workforce." The special, anchored by Lana Zak, takes a look at the state of employment as a result of the coronavirus pandemic and includes valuable information for job seekers and career changers.
Lonnie Bunch, head of Smithsonian, on preserving history
The secretary of the Smithsonian Institution says "we have to make sure that America remembers, and one of the ways to do that is to collect these stories."
Fiona Hill welcomes "obligatory" new Russia sanctions
Fiona Hill, a former top National Security Council official, says the use of Novichok to poison opposition leader Alexey Navalny means the U.S. must impose additional sanctions.
Raisi wins Iranian presidential election
CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer reports from Tehran on what Ibrahim Raisi’s win means for the U.S.
Face The Nation: Pink, Hill, Bunch
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on the future of work after COVID-19, Ibrahim Raisi winning Iran’s presidential election, Fiona Hills input on U.S. sanctions on Russia and Lonnie Bunch, head of the Smithsonian Institution, on preserving history.