Virtual event to mark the 56th anniversary of "Bloody Sunday"
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, events to commemorate the 56th anniversary of "Bloody Sunday" will be held virtually.
Remembering John Lewis
Oprah Winfrey, Gayle King, Tyler Perry honor John Lewis in special
"John Lewis was an extraordinary man," Winfrey said. "A man of great vision who lived a life with the purpose of making sure America lived out its ideals."
Obama: Lewis brought country "a little bit closer to our highest ideals"
The civil rights icon who helped organize the March on Washington and served in the House of Representatives for 33 years died earlier this month at the age of 80.
The story of how John Lewis and wife Lillian met
Xernona Clayton, a fellow civil rights activist, told the story of how she set the couple up — and even planned their wedding.
Obama urges Americans to honor John Lewis' legacy by voting
"When we do form a more perfect union... John Lewis will be a founding father of that fuller, fairer, better America," Mr. Obama said on Thursday.
How to watch John Lewis' funeral
The funeral is being held Thursday at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta, which Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once led.
Late Congressman John Lewis departs Washington for final time
A funeral will be held for Lewis in Atlanta, Georgia, on Thursday.
John Lewis lies in state at the U.S. Capitol
An invitation-only ceremony took place place Monday afternoon, after which members of the public are paying respects to the civil rights icon.
John Lewis' body crosses Selma bridge for a final time
Lewis led the march across the bridge on March 7, 1965, a day that would become known as "Bloody Sunday."
John Lewis honored in Troy and Selma, Alabama
The civil rights icon was also honored in his hometown of Troy, Alabama on Saturday.
Robert E. Lee HS in Virginia to be renamed in honor of John Lewis
"The name Robert E. Lee is forever connected to the Confederacy, and Confederate values are ones that do not align with our community," one school board member said.
Rep. John Lewis to lie in state at Capitol Rotunda
The late civil rights icon will lie in state, and the public will have a chance to pay their respects.
After John Lewis' death, Dems pressure GOP to revisit 1965 voting law
Democrats made strengthening voting rights a key campaign promise of the 2018 midterm elections.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: The woman selected to replace John Lewis in Congress
The Democratic Party of Georgia on Monday selected Nikema Williams, a Georgia state senator, to replace John Lewis on the ballot for the November general election.
Georgia Dems select state senator to replace John Lewis on ballot
Georgia's 5th Congressional District leans heavily Democratic, and Lewis ran unopposed for the seat in 2018.
The Clintons remember the "joy" of knowing John Lewis
Lewis worked closely with both Bill and Hillary Clinton through the Clinton, Bush and Obama administrations.
Colin Powell remembers John Lewis as both "tough as nails" and "gentle"
Colin Powell also said the Army should rename bases honoring Confederates "as quickly as we can."
From the archive: John Lewis and the bridge
In 1998 the civil rights activist and Congressman retraced his journey as a young protester fighting for justice, from lunch counter sit-ins to the "Bloody Sunday" march in Selma, Ala.
John Lewis' name "will live on," says chairwoman of Congressional Black Caucus
"I think he taught us how you should go about creating change when you have differences," said Rep. Karen Bass. "And I think that's part of his legacy."
John Lewis, civil rights icon, has died at 80
Lewis, who helped organize the 1963 March on Washington and served in Congress for decades, was diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer in December.
Politics
Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman discharged from hospital
The senator had been undergoing treatment for clinical depression.
Ohio man accused of attacking church ahead of planned drag shows
Member of Ohio branch of pro-Nazi, anti-gay White Lives Matter group admitted he had targeted the church to try to stop the drag show.
Pa. Senator John Fetterman shares his struggle with depression
Preview: In an interview to be broadcast on "CBS Sunday Morning" April 2, the senator talked about his health with Jane Pauley, just days before being discharged from Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.
Dominion defamation case against Fox will go to trial, judge rules
A jury will decide whether Fox News' airing of false allegations about the 2020 presidential election was done with actual malice, the standard for proving libel.
U.S. reporter's arrest likely "approved at the highest levels in Moscow," ex-ambassador says
Former U.S. Ambassador to Moscow John Sullivan warned that Evan Gershkovich, who was arrested on espionage charges, faces a tough fight ahead.
Federal government published 1,900 White House visitors' Social Security numbers
The watchdog for the Government Publishing Office said 1,900 Social Security numbers were published in error as part of the Jan. 6 House select committee's final report.
Army to run re-edited ads without Jonathan Majors during NCAA Final Four
The Army spent $117 million on ads that originally starred Majors and plans to run the new ads in a $70 million advertising buy that includes time during March Madness games.
Trump to face same judge who oversaw Trump Organization case
Judge Juan Merchan presided over the convictions and guilty plea of two Trump Organization companies and their former chief financial officer.
Trump attorney believes legal team will move to quickly dismiss New York case
Attorney James Trusty, who represents Trump in another probe, told CBS News that the New York case is "ripe for motions."
U.S.
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Missing 2-year-old Florida boy found dead in alligator's mouth, police say
The boy's mother was found fatally stabbed on Thursday. The boy's father has been charged with two counts of murder.
U.S. Army identifies 9 soldiers killed in Black Hawk helicopter collision
The U.S. service members were flying in two HH60 Blackhawk helicopters during a routine training mission when the collision occurred, the Army said.
Teens help seniors learn how to use technology — and make friends along the way
Residents of a senior living center had trouble working their cell phones until a group of computer savvy Gen-Zers came up with a plan to save the day.
What does Donald Trump's indictment mean for his businesses?
Criminal charges filed against the former president could further tarnish the Trump Organization's reputation, experts say.
Dodgers fan gets tackled during on-field marriage proposal
"She said yes": A Dodgers fan has gone viral for his surprise outfield proposal that went awry during the season opener game.
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What does Donald Trump's indictment mean for his businesses?
Criminal charges filed against the former president could further tarnish the Trump Organization's reputation, experts say.
Meghan Markle wins defamation lawsuit filed by her half-sister
The lawsuit said the royal made "false and malicious statements" in her 2021 Oprah Winfrey interview and elsewhere.
Minor league baseball players get first MLB contract
Minimum salaries will rise by tens of thousands of dollars under a collective bargaining agreement players approved.
Laundress fabric conditioners recalled over carcinogen risk
Safety regulators say the products could contain ethylene oxide, which can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and eye and skin burns.
Teen burned at McDonald's while using deep fryer, Department of Labor says
Since 2018, the Department of Labor has seen an alarming increase in federal child labor violations, according to a news release.
Politics
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Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman discharged from hospital
The senator had been undergoing treatment for clinical depression.
Ohio man accused of attacking church ahead of planned drag shows
Member of Ohio branch of pro-Nazi, anti-gay White Lives Matter group admitted he had targeted the church to try to stop the drag show.
Pa. Senator John Fetterman shares his struggle with depression
Preview: In an interview to be broadcast on "CBS Sunday Morning" April 2, the senator talked about his health with Jane Pauley, just days before being discharged from Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.
Dominion defamation case against Fox will go to trial, judge rules
A jury will decide whether Fox News' airing of false allegations about the 2020 presidential election was done with actual malice, the standard for proving libel.
U.S. reporter's arrest likely "approved at the highest levels in Moscow," ex-ambassador says
Former U.S. Ambassador to Moscow John Sullivan warned that Evan Gershkovich, who was arrested on espionage charges, faces a tough fight ahead.
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Laundress fabric conditioners recalled over carcinogen risk
Safety regulators say the products could contain ethylene oxide, which can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and eye and skin burns.
FDA evaluating "safety concerns" over dental devices used by thousands
A CBS News and KHN investigation found that a dental appliance called the AGGA has been used by more than 10,000 patients, and multiple lawsuits allege it has caused grievous harm to patients.
Expert insight to your common fertility questions
Will I struggle to get pregnant? Does age affect fertility? We talked to experts about your common fertility questions.
Millions are about to lose Medicaid. Here's why — and what to do.
For the first time in three years, states will check if people enrolled in the health care program still qualify. Many don't.
U.S. at risk of mpox surge even worse than last year, CDC modelers warn
Most jurisdictions have low levels of vaccination coverage against the virus formerly known as monkeypox, the CDC says.
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Andrew Tate moved to house arrest in Romania after months in police custody
The former professional kickboxer and controversial internet personality was arrested in December on allegations of human trafficking and organized crime.
U.S. reporter's arrest likely "approved at the highest levels in Moscow," ex-ambassador says
Former U.S. Ambassador to Moscow John Sullivan warned that Evan Gershkovich, who was arrested on espionage charges, faces a tough fight ahead.
FBI offers $40,000 reward for U.S. woman missing in Mexico
Monica de Leon Barba, 29, was last seen walking her dog home from work in Tepatitlán, Jalisco, Mexico, authorities said.
Norway makes country's largest-ever cocaine bust after tip from German police
Police didn't disclose the exact date that the cocaine was found in Oslo, or where the fruit originated from.
Police defuse bomb strapped to guard by suspects demanding money
In a video released by the police, the man is seen with packages taped to his chest — tubes and wires sticking into the air.
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Cisco and the NFL defended Super Bowl LVII [PAID CONTENT]
Former NFL star meets with a Cisco engineer and NFL's Chief Information Security Officer to discuss how the tech giant defended the big game from cyberattacks.
Gwyneth Paltrow lawsuit: When skiers collide, who is at fault?
The jury ruled that Paltrow was not at fault because she was the "downhill" skier at the time of the accident.
Recipe: Semolina Sticks
A savory dish, courtesy of chef Alon Shaya, adapted from a Hungarian Jewish family cookbook that was rescued from looting during the Holocaust.
Neil Diamond on coming to terms with his Parkinson's diagnosis
Preview: In an interview to be broadcast on "CBS Sunday Morning" April 2, the legendary singer-songwriter talks about his health, his career, and the Broadway production of "A Beautiful Noise," a musical based on his life.
Neil Diamond on his life becoming a Broadway musical
In this preview of an interview to be broadcast on "Sunday Morning" April 2, legendary singer-songwriter Neil Diamond talks with correspondent Anthony Mason about the Broadway production of "A Beautiful Noise," a musical based on his life.
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Cisco and the NFL defended Super Bowl LVII [PAID CONTENT]
Former NFL star meets with a Cisco engineer and NFL's Chief Information Security Officer to discuss how the tech giant defended the big game from cyberattacks.
Want to work in AI? This job pays six figures — no coding required
Companies in a range of industries are looking for people to help train the emerging crop of "generative" AI tools.
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.
EV tax credit likely to get updated with proposed battery source requirements
Those requirements apply to a $7,500 tax credit.
Twitter removes tweets about "Trans Day of Vengeance"
Social media platform angers supporters and critics of trans rights alike by taking down tweets regarding planned protest.
Science
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Plants unleash ultrasonic cries for help when stressed, study finds
And if you listen closely, the type of sound the plant is making could tell you what's wrong.
T. rex's ferocious image may have just taken a hit
The classic image of Tyrannosaurus rex flashing giant teeth might be wrong. New research suggests they were likely covered by scaly lips.
Study: Warming climate could spawn more storms
Storms like the one that tore through Mississippi last week, killing several dozen people, could become more common due to climate change, according to a new study. Atmospheric scientist Dr. Walker Ashley, a professor at Northern Illinois University, and one of the study's lead authors, joins CBS News' John Dickerson on "Prime Time" about what these findings could mean.
Fiona, Ian being retired as hurricane names after deadly storms
In the future, Ian's former spot will be replaced with Idris and Fiona will be replaced with Farrah, WMO announced.
Lab-grown mammoth meatball unveiled
A lab-grown meatball made using the genetic information of the extinct woolly mammoth was unveiled at a science museum in the Netherlands this week.
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Crime
Trump expected to surrender Tuesday in New York
Former President Donald Trump is expected to turn himself in to authorities in New York on Tuesday after he was indicted by a grand jury on charges in connection to hush money payments that were made to adult film star Stormy Daniels. Robert Costa has details.
"Rust" assistant director pleads guilty to gun charge in movie set death
David Halls was sentenced to six months of probation after agreeing to plead guilty to the charge.
FBI offers $40,000 reward for U.S. woman missing in Mexico
Monica de Leon Barba, 29, was last seen walking her dog home from work in Tepatitlán, Jalisco, Mexico, authorities said.
Trump to face same judge who oversaw Trump Organization case
Judge Juan Merchan presided over the convictions and guilty plea of two Trump Organization companies and their former chief financial officer.
Norway makes country's largest-ever cocaine bust after tip from German police
Police didn't disclose the exact date that the cocaine was found in Oslo, or where the fruit originated from.
Space
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Astronomers find "the cow" 180 million light years away
"The cow" is a rare kind of star explosion that happens when it's too bright and evolves too quickly: "Put simply, they are weird, and this new observation makes them even weirder."
Richard Branson's Virgin Orbit to cut 85% of its workforce
Rocket company is halting its operations indefinitely after failing to secure new funds following scrubbed mission.
Boeing's Starliner faces another launch slip, this time to late-July
Boeing had hoped to launch its first crew to the International Space Station in 2020, but major softwar problems in 2019 delayed test flights.
Recent cosmic explosion likely the "brightest of all time," NASA says
The signal from this burst, experts found, had been traveling for about 1.9 billion years before reaching Earth.
Five planets aligning in the sky this week
Five planets will be lining up in the sky in March and experts say the last Tuesday of the month will be the best night to see it. Senior CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood joins Errol Barnett and Lilia Luciano with more.
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Could an Alabama woman have shot herself twice?
When Tiffiney Crawford was found dead inside her van, authorities believed she might have taken her own life. But could she shoot herself twice in the head with her non-dominant hand?
Rare photos from the 1976 Chowchilla bus kidnapping
A look inside the truck trailer where 26 abducted school children and their bus driver were buried alive -- and later escaped.
World News Roundup's 85th anniversary
America's longest-running news broadcast program celebrates three-quarters of a century on the air
Young witness found herself at the scene of a crime
What Angelina Fernandes saw the night her mother was accused of murder.
The crime scene evidence that convicted Alex Murdaugh
Inside South Carolina's "trial of the century" — how investigators built their case
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Men's NCAA Tournament Final Four preview
March Madness is coming to an end as we approach Final Four weekend. USA Today sports reporter Tony Anderson joined CBS News to help preview and break down the finals.
Trump lawyer: Good chance of a "motion to dismiss"
James Trusty, an attorney for former President Donald Trump, said Friday there is a good chance Trump's defense will file a "motion to dismiss" in response to a New York grand jury's indictment of Trump on charges in connection to hush money payments that were made to adult film star Stormy Daniels in 2016. Trusty told CBS News what to expect of Trump's legal strategy in the case.
How morning sunlight can help improve your sleep
Studies have shows that exposure to natural light and morning sunshine can improve your sleep and overall health. Matthew Walker, the director of the UC Berkeley Center for Human Sleep Science, spoke to CBS News about the best ways to improve your circadian rhythm.
Trump to be arraigned in NYC Tuesday
New York City is tightening security ahead of the expected arraignment of former President Donald Trump on Tuesday. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa has the latest on the case, and chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett explains how this will impact other cases involving Trump and the political landscape in the country.
Dodgers fan goes viral after getting tackled during outfield proposal
A Los Angeles Dodgers fan Thursday took to the outfield to propose to his girlfriend in the stands — then got tackled by security.