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Capitol police officer's cause of death released
A medical examiner on Monday declared Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick died of natural causes following a confrontation with rioters on January 6. It comes as the federal investigation into the attempted insurrection enters a new phase after the first guilty plea was entered Friday. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" co-host Caitlin Huey-Burns with the details.
Lawmakers criticize plans for "America First" caucus
Republican lawmakers appear to be stepping away from plans to launch an "America First" caucus that would push for "Anglo-Saxon political traditions." CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" co-hosts Elaine Quijano and Caitlin Huey-Burns to discuss where the plans stand.
Biden "prepared to compromise" on infrastructure
President Biden continued his meetings with bipartisan groups of lawmakers Monday, as his administration is pledging to increase former President Trump's historically low cap on admitting refugees. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes, CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion and Associated Press White House reporter Zeke Miller join CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the day's political news.
Russia sends message via military buildup
Analysts reportedly believe the recent large scale buildup of Russian troops along the border with Ukraine is intended to serve as a warning to leaders in the West. New York Times reporter Andrew E. Kramer joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with more on the military movements he witness while covering the story on the ground in southern Russia, and discusses theories analysts have over what could be prompting the highly visible display of military might.
Biden issues sanctions against Russia
President Biden signed an executive order authorizing sweeping sanctions against Russia on Thursday. CBS News' Natalie Brand reports on the retaliatory actions the U.S. is taking in response to Russian cyberattacks and election interference. Then, Nina Krushcheva, International Affairs Professor at The New School and great granddaughter of the former Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" with more analysis including how the withdrawal of troops from Afghanistan will impact U.S.-Russia relations.
Asian Americans connect via newsletter
Amid rising anti-Asian racism and attacks during the pandemic, some members of the Asian American and Pacific Islander community are sharing their stories of struggles with identity and discrimination in an online newsletter called "Red Envelope Stories." Co-founder Michelle Liu joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with more on what prompted her to start the conversation.
Biden announces sanctions against Russia
President Biden is announcing sanctions against Russia. Anita Kumar, a White House correspondent and associate editor for Politico, and Jeff Stein, a White House economics reporter for The Washington Post, join CBSN's "Red & Blue" for more on this and the latest from the White House.
Capitol Hill Police watchdog testifies about January 6 attack
The Inspector General for the U.S. Capitol Police testified before a House panel Thursday. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano to discuss the latest on the investigation into what happened during the January 6 attack.
Full Episodes
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4/15: Red and Blue
Biden imposes new sanctions on Russia; Addressing racism against Asian Americans in U.S.
4/14: Red and Blue
Biden announces troop withdrawal from Afghanistan; Race to win Republican primary in Alabama
4/13: Red and Blue
Biden administration calls for patience over J&J vaccine pause; Analyzing how Latinos voted in the 2020 election
4/12: Red and Blue
Biden meets with lawmakers on infrastructure plan; Should the U.S. expand the Supreme Court?
4/8: Red and Blue
Biden introduces new gun reforms; Families reportedly waiting for federal aid
4/7: Red and Blue
Biden urges Congress to back infrastructure plan; Democrats vying to be Virgina's next governor
4/6: Red and Blue
Biden moves up vaccine eligibility timeline; North Korea drops out of Tokyo Olympic games
4/5: Red and Blue
Biden facing opposition over corporate tax plan; Arkansas governor vetoes bill restricting transgender health care
4/1: Red and Blue
Biden holds first full Cabinet meeting; GOP lawmakers push back on the president
3/31: Red and Blue
Biden pushing the Build America Back program; New York state legalizes recreational marijuana
Politics
McCarthy to introduce resolution to censure Maxine Waters
The congresswoman encouraged protesters in Minnesota to "get more confrontational."
Parler is relaunching on the App Store next week
Apple says the social networking site's updated content moderation policy is now compliant.
All U.S. adults now eligible for COVID-19 vaccine
States easily met President Biden's April 19 deadline for expanding eligibility.
CBS News poll — Eye on Earth: What drives views on electric cars?
Just a third of people say they'll consider one. Most would still consider a traditional gasoline-powered car.
Immigration agencies drop use of "illegal alien," "assimilation"
U.S. immigration officers were instructed to use words like "noncitizen" or "migrant" as part of an effort to discard immigration terms viewed as dehumanizing.
Supreme Court turns away disputes over gun ban for nonviolent felons
Three people barred from possessing firearms under federal law because of nonviolent felony convictions said the ban violates the Second Amendment.
Trump backs Afghanistan withdrawal, breaking with GOP allies
Mr. Trump called the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan "wonderful and positive."
Poll: Eye on Earth — can fighting climate change be good economics?
Americans weigh in on whether fighting climate change helps or hurts the economy.
CBS News poll: Eye on Earth — climate change and a pandemic year
Just over half think that a year of lockdowns and working from home during the pandemic probably helped the environment.
U.S. and China agree to cooperate to "tackle the climate crisis"
But as Biden prepares to host a summit of world leaders, seeking pledges to carbon emissions, China warns more ambitious goals are "not very realistic."
World
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Immigration agencies drop use of "illegal alien," "assimilation"
U.S. immigration officers were instructed to use words like "noncitizen" or "migrant" as part of an effort to discard immigration terms viewed as dehumanizing.
Navalny moved to prison hospital as allies say he could die in "days"
The most prominent critic of Vladimir Putin has been on a hunger strike for almost 3 weeks over his treatment in prison, and now his allies say it's "life and death."
India's COVID 2nd wave is a tsunami, and it's taking a grim toll
Vicious 2nd wave of infections leaves bodies piling up as oxygen, vaccines and hospital beds run short, and a "double mutant" strain stokes global fears.
Suspected poacher trampled to death by elephants in South Africa
Three individuals, suspected of attempting to poach rhinos, were trying to outrun park rangers when they encountered a breeding herd of elephants.
Study shows vaccines carry much lower risk of blood clots than COVID
Research by Oxford University suggests all major vaccines carry a similar risk of rare clots, and all seem to have much lower risk than infection with COVID-19.
U.S.
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McCarthy to introduce resolution to censure Maxine Waters
The congresswoman encouraged protesters in Minnesota to "get more confrontational."
FedEx shooting puts spotlight on "red flag" laws
The order would have forced Brandon Scott Hole to appear before a judge to determine if he should be allowed to possess firearms.
Cities brace for violence as Derek Chauvin verdict looms
Minneapolis and other cities across the country are increasing security as the jury deliberates.
Traditionally red Texas experiencing green jobs boom
The Lone Star state is quickly becoming the blueprint for a new type of blue-collar worker.
Scottie Pippen's eldest son, Antron, has died at age 33
"I love you, son, rest easy until we meet again," Pippen wrote on social media.
Politics
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McCarthy to introduce resolution to censure Maxine Waters
The congresswoman encouraged protesters in Minnesota to "get more confrontational."
Parler is relaunching on the App Store next week
Apple says the social networking site's updated content moderation policy is now compliant.
All U.S. adults now eligible for COVID-19 vaccine
States easily met President Biden's April 19 deadline for expanding eligibility.
CBS News poll — Eye on Earth: What drives views on electric cars?
Just a third of people say they'll consider one. Most would still consider a traditional gasoline-powered car.
Immigration agencies drop use of "illegal alien," "assimilation"
U.S. immigration officers were instructed to use words like "noncitizen" or "migrant" as part of an effort to discard immigration terms viewed as dehumanizing.
Entertainment
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Top basketball recruit Chet Holmgren heading to Gonzaga Bulldogs
The 7-foot, 190-pound center is also considered a favorite to be the first overall pick in the 2022 NBA draft.
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"Real World" star says a lot has changed in 30 years, but this hasn't
"Our show was Rodney King, L.A. riots, rebellion — our show now, we literally had the insurrection of January 6 and we have this Derek Chauvin trial happening," Kevin Powell said on CBSN Monday.
Best movies streaming right now on Netflix
Looking for something fresh to watch? These are the top films available on the streaming platform.
Alma Wahlberg, mother of Mark and Donnie, dead at 78
"My mom Alma's joy for life, love and people — combined with a pride in her humble beginnings and refusal to forget where she came from — undoubtedly shaped me into the man that I am," Donnie Wahlberg said.
Technology
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Parler is relaunching on the App Store next week
Apple says the social networking site's updated content moderation policy is now compliant.
Amazon threatened layoffs during union drive, labor group says
Union that led failed campaign to organize Amazon warehouse workers claims company used "blatantly illegal conduct."
CBS News poll — Eye on Earth: What drives views on electric cars?
Just a third of people say they'll consider one. Most would still consider a traditional gasoline-powered car.
GameStop CEO to exit as video game retailer pivots to digital
Chewy founder Ryan Cohen, a major investor in GameStop, is pushing the old-school game store to reinvent itself.
NASA's Ingenuity helicopter makes maiden flight on Mars
Ingenuity became the first aircraft to fly on another planet.
Science
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Traditionally red Texas experiencing green jobs boom
The Lone Star state is quickly becoming the blueprint for a new type of blue-collar worker.
All U.S. adults now eligible for COVID-19 vaccine
States easily met President Biden's April 19 deadline for expanding eligibility.
CBS News poll — Eye on Earth: What drives views on electric cars?
Just a third of people say they'll consider one. Most would still consider a traditional gasoline-powered car.
Tiny particle could expand our understanding of the known universe
A team of 200 physicists observed muons as they were shot through a magnetic field. The particle did not behave as they expected it to.
NASA's Ingenuity helicopter makes maiden flight on Mars
Ingenuity became the first aircraft to fly on another planet.
Health
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Health
The DEA is taking back meds to save lives
The Drug Enforcement Administration’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day invites folks from across the country to clean out their medicine cabinets to safely and anonymously turn in unwanted prescription drugs. The next Take Back Day is April 24, 2021, from 10am - 2pm.
All U.S. adults now eligible for COVID-19 vaccine
States easily met President Biden's April 19 deadline for expanding eligibility.
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.
Moderna plans to have third vaccine booster shot ready by fall
A booster shot could provide extra protection against COVID-19 variants, according to drugmakers.
After child's death, feds warn against using Peloton treadmill
Consumer Product Safety Commission cites a fatality and 38 other cases of kids and a pet injured by exercise equipment.
MoneyWatch
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Teacher raised $41K to help others. He now owes $16K to IRS
Situation highlights pitfalls of fundraising through online services like Facebook rather than an IRS-approved charity.
After child's death, feds warn against using Peloton treadmill
Consumer Product Safety Commission cites a fatality and 38 other cases of kids and a pet injured by exercise equipment.
Poll: Eye on Earth - can fighting climate change be good economics?
Americans weigh in on whether fighting climate change helps or hurts the economy.
Parler is relaunching on the App Store next week
Apple says the social networking site's updated content moderation policy is now compliant.
J&J faces more scrutiny for CEO's $30 million payday
Drugmaker called out for giving Alex Gorsky a 14% raise as it was paying billions for its role in the opioid epidemic.
Crime
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FedEx shooting puts spotlight on "red flag" laws
The order would have forced Brandon Scott Hole to appear before a judge to determine if he should be allowed to possess firearms.
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.
Murder map: Deadliest U.S. cities
You might be surprised by the murder rates in major cities across the U.S.
Suspect arrested after 3 killed in Austin, Texas, shooting
Police said they believe the shooting was a "domestic situation" and an isolated incident.
Space
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Amazon buying Atlas 5 rockets to launch its internet satellites
Amazon's Kuiper system of internet relay satellites will compete with OneWeb and SpaceX's Starlink program.
NASA's Ingenuity helicopter makes maiden flight on Mars
Ingenuity became the first aircraft to fly on another planet.
New study challenges laws of physics
A recent scientific experiment could impact our understanding about the laws of physics. It found evidence from the behavior of an atomic particle that points to undiscovered forces in the universe that may have played a critical part in its creation and expansion. Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson, author of the new book "Cosmic Queries: StarTalk's Guide to Who We Are, How We Got Here, and Where We're Going," joins CBSN AM to talk about the discovery.
Life aboard the International Space Station
One of the most out-of-this-world travel destinations is 250 miles above the Earth, where scientific studies include the effects of long-term exposure to weightlessness, and the feasibility of extended travel into deep space.
NASA astronaut returns safely to Earth after six months in space
Astronaut Kate Rubins arrived in a parachute landing southeast of the town Dzhezkazgan, Kazakhstan.
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Murder map: Deadliest U.S. cities
You might be surprised by the murder rates in major cities across the U.S.
Locked up for half his life, Crosley Green tastes freedom
A federal judge says Crosley Green was wrongfully convicted of murder. "48 Hours" spends the first hours of freedom with the Florida man.
Prince Philip through the years
Prince Philip, who died at age 99, was the patriarch of the British royal family.
Inside the night that led to Kat West's mysterious death
Authorities who investigated the death of the 42-year-old stay-at-home mom retraced not only the night of her death, but also her online life.
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How to navigate a competitive housing market
Competition in the U.S. housing market is fierce this spring, with surging demand and record-low inventory. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins CBSN to discuss how sellers and buyers can be prepared.
The DEA is taking back meds to save lives
The Drug Enforcement Administration's National Prescription Drug Take Back Day invites folks from across the country to clean out their medicine cabinets to safely and anonymously turn in unwanted prescription drugs. The next Take Back Day is April 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Does the Supreme Court Need Reform?
This CBSN Originals documentary in the "Speaking Frankly" series examines growing calls to overhaul the Supreme Court.
Female engineer makes history with Mars mission
MiMi Aung, a NASA engineer, led the operation to fly a small helicopter over Mars. Jonathan Vigliotti shares her story.
The Student Debt Dilemma
This CBSN Originals documentary in the "Speaking Frankly" series delves into the growing demands to cancel student debt.