Hazel Dukes, civil rights leader, dies at 92
Dr. Hazel Dukes, an iconic civil rights leader and president of the NAACP New York State Conference, has died at 92.
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Discussion in Harlem highlights mental health needs of Black men and boys
The National Action Network highlighted Friday what it calls an emergency within the Black community: The mental health of Black men and boys.
Hochul signs legislation to create slavery reparations commission
Hochul said she knows many New York residents do not support it, but added it had to be signed.
Ex-cops plead not guilty in Tyre Nichols case
Five former Memphis police officers pleaded not guilty Friday to second-degree murder and other charges in the death of Tyre Nichols. The 29-year-old Black man died three days after being stopped by police on January 7. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston spoke with Catherine Herridge about what the district attorney had to say about the case.
Tyre Nichols remembered in Memphis funeral service
Tyre Nichols, who died following a violent arrest by Memphis police officers last month, was honored in a funeral service Wednesday. Vice President Kamala Harris was in attendance and made brief remarks, while Rev. Al Sharpton delivered the eulogy. Elise Preston reports
Tyre Nichols mourned at funeral service
It was an emotional day as mourners gathered at a Memphis church for Tyre Nichols' funeral. The 29-year-old died in the hospital three days after being beaten by police officers during a traffic stop. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca joins us with more.
Kamala Harris speaks at Tyre Nichols' funeral
Vice President Kamala Harris spoke at the funeral service for Tyre Nichols, who died after being beaten at a traffic stop by several Memphis police officers last month. "This violent act was not in pursuit of public safety," Harris said. Watch her remarks.
VP Harris speaks at Tyre Nichols' funeral: "We mourn with you"
Vice President Kamala Harris spoke at the funeral of the 29-year-old who died after being beaten by police. "We mourn with you," she told his family.
Funeral for Tyre Nichols to be held today
The Memphis community is preparing for the funeral of Tyre Nichols on Wednesday afternoon. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca joins us from Memphis with more.
Ceremony held for Tyre Nichols at site of final MLK speech
King spoke about the difficult days ahead during the civil rights movement – but the "promised land" on the horizon. Nichols' stepfather, Rodney Wells, also spoke about the "fight ahead of us" to achieve justice.
Biden giving keynote speech at MLK Day event
President Biden will mark Martin Luther King Junior Day with a breakfast in Washington. He’ll join the Rev. Al Sharpton and His National Action Network and give the keynote address. University of Alabama basketball player Darius Miles and another man have been charged with murder after a fatal shooting near campus. And, for a 5th straight week, “Avatar: The Way of Water” is tops at the box office.
Floyd family lawyer on Chauvin conviction
George Floyd's family lawyer Ben Crump, who Reverend Al Sharpton called "the attorney general for Black America," addressed the media after Derek Chauvin was convicted on all charges. Watch part of his remarks and read more here.
9/13: Red and Blue
President Biden visits the West Coast; Reverend Al Sharpton and King family push for voting rights legislation
The full episode of 60 Minutes Overtime from April 13, 2014.
A retrospective with Scott Pelley on reporting the Boston Marathon bombing one year ago; In a heated 60 Minutes interview with Lesley Stahl, Rev. Al Sharpton described the nature of his work with the FBI; and, In 2011, Morley Safer went through the records of the Vatican Library and uncovered love letters from "smitten school boy" Henry VIII.
Ben Crump speaks at Amir Locke's funeral
Amir Locke, a 22-year-old Black man who was shot by Minneapolis police serving a no-knock warrant, was eulogized Thursday in the same church where Daunte Wright's funeral was held last April, CBS Minnesota reports. Watch attorney Ben Crump's remarks here.
Impact of the 2020 March on Washington
Fifty-seven years after Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech at the March on Washington, the families of Black Americans shot or killed by police officers joined civil rights activists for an anniversary demonstration Friday at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington D.C. Judith Browne Dianis, executive director of the Advancement Project, joins CBSN to discuss the significance of this year's protest.
Floyd family says goodbye at somber funeral
Hundreds of George Floyd's friends, family and supporters said their final goodbyes in an emotional "homegoing" service for him. His family says this is only the beginning of their journey in George's name. Michelle Miller reports.
Rev. Al Sharpton's eulogy for George Floyd
Reverend Al Sharpton delivered a powerful eulogy for George Floyd at his funeral service in Houston. "God took an ordinary brother from the Third Ward, from the housing projects... and made him the cornerstone of a movement that's going to change the whole wide world," Sharpton said. Watch his full remarks.
Al Sharpton on George Floyd death: "We must act in a way to get justice"
Sharpton has spoken on the topic of police violence against African-Americans before – notably in the death of Eric Garner.
NYPD cop fired in Eric Garner's death sues seeking job back
Daniel Pantaleo was canned in August for applying chokehold in 2014 that resulted in death of Garner; it also helped spark Black Lives Matter movement
Swift reactions after Trump calls Baltimore "rodent infested"
The Baltimore Sun responded to the attacks, writing in the editorial page that it's "better to have some vermin living in your neighborhood than to be one"
Mayor Pete Buttigieg sorry for saying "All Lives Matter"
"Since learning about how that phrase was being used to push back on that activism, I stopped using it," said Buttigieg
2020 candidates speak at National Action Network convention
Sharpton's convention has garnered prominent guests in the past, such as Barack Obama and Nancy Pelosi
Sharpton turns up heat on police involved in Waffle House arrest
Addresses packed church in Mobile, Alabama, where controversial arrest was made of black woman by white officers
Sharpton, shooting survivor, announce anti-gun violence rally
June 2 rally is to start at Trump International Tower on Columbus Circle in New York and proceed toward Fifth Avenue, where President Donald Trump's apartment is
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Trump threatens to use Insurrection Act to deploy troops to Minnesota
An ICE officer shot a man Wednesday night in Minneapolis after allegedly being attacked by men with shovels during an arrest operation, three U.S. officials told CBS News.
Machado presented Trump with Nobel Peace Prize medallion
Venezuelan opposition leader María Machado previously said she wanted to "share" the prize for removing Nicolás Maduro from power.
What is the Insurrection Act, and why is Trump threatening to invoke it?
President Trump is threatening to invoke a centuries-old law to deploy troops to Minnesota. Here's what to know.
Sidelining of DOJ's Civil Rights Division in ICE shooting is unusual, experts say
Though DOJ says there's "no basis" for criminal civil rights probe in ICE shooting case, some legal experts say the division's lack of involvement here is unheard of.
Feds charge 26 in college basketball point-shaving scheme
Authorities said the alleged scheme involved 39 players, 17 different NCAA Division I men's basketball teams and 29 games.
ACA enrollment ends today in most states, as tax credit fix stalls
Some Americans are dropping their Affordable Care Act health plans after tax subsidies lapsed and their premiums spiked.
Could ICE agent in Good's shooting claim immunity from state charges?
The ICE agent involved in the fatal shooting could try to invoke immunity under the Constitution's Supremacy Clause to try to end state criminal prosecution.
Russia calls NATO "unpredictable" amid divide over Greenland
As NATO prepares for war games around Greenland, Russia is highlighting the Trump administration's disagreement with its closest allies over the island.
Iran opposition leader says "haven't reached the moment" to topple regime
As Trump steps back from threats against Iran, Kurdish Iranian opposition group says it's ready to help topple the regime, but the time isn't right yet.
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ACA enrollment ends today in most states, as tax credit fix stalls
Some Americans are dropping their Affordable Care Act health plans after tax subsidies lapsed and their premiums spiked.
Sidelining of DOJ's Civil Rights Division in ICE shooting is unusual, experts say
Though DOJ says there's "no basis" for criminal civil rights probe in ICE shooting case, some legal experts say the division's lack of involvement here is unheard of.
Mortgage rates fall to 3-year low, offering relief for homebuyers
The average interest rate on a typical mortgage dipped to 6.06%, the lowest level since September 2022, according to Freddie Mac.
What is the Insurrection Act, and why is Trump threatening to invoke it?
President Trump is threatening to invoke a centuries-old law to deploy troops to Minnesota. Here's what to know.
Bankruptcy filings surged last year. Here's what's behind the rise
The increase in bankruptcy filings comes as Americans face a slate of economic pressures, from sticky inflation to elevated borrowing costs.
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ACA enrollment ends today in most states, as tax credit fix stalls
Some Americans are dropping their Affordable Care Act health plans after tax subsidies lapsed and their premiums spiked.
Mortgage rates fall to 3-year low, offering relief for homebuyers
The average interest rate on a typical mortgage dipped to 6.06%, the lowest level since September 2022, according to Freddie Mac.
Bankruptcy filings surged last year. Here's what's behind the rise
The increase in bankruptcy filings comes as Americans face a slate of economic pressures, from sticky inflation to elevated borrowing costs.
Senators say bipartisan compromise on ACA tax credits has stalled
"We are in a little bit of a pothole," said GOP Sen. Bernie Moreno, who previously expected the compromise to be unveiled this week.
How the new $6,000 senior tax deduction could impact older Americans
A new tax deduction for senior citizens is kicking in this tax season, potentially providing bigger refunds to millions, the AARP says.
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Sidelining of DOJ's Civil Rights Division in ICE shooting is unusual, experts say
Though DOJ says there's "no basis" for criminal civil rights probe in ICE shooting case, some legal experts say the division's lack of involvement here is unheard of.
What is the Insurrection Act, and why is Trump threatening to invoke it?
President Trump is threatening to invoke a centuries-old law to deploy troops to Minnesota. Here's what to know.
Senators say bipartisan compromise on ACA tax credits has stalled
"We are in a little bit of a pothole," said GOP Sen. Bernie Moreno, who previously expected the compromise to be unveiled this week.
U.S. and Taiwan reach deal lowering tariffs to 15%, boosting chip financing
Taiwan is responsible for the majority of the world's semiconductor chips.
Could ICE agent in Good's shooting claim immunity from state charges?
The ICE agent involved in the fatal shooting could try to invoke immunity under the Constitution's Supremacy Clause to try to end state criminal prosecution.
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ACA enrollment ends today in most states, as tax credit fix stalls
Some Americans are dropping their Affordable Care Act health plans after tax subsidies lapsed and their premiums spiked.
Trump admin. reverses sudden cuts in mental health, addiction programs
The Trump administration reversed cuts to grants for mental health and addiction treatment programs that a CBS News source said were valued at around $1.9 billion.
Chicago mayor explains how he's tackling the city's life expectancy gap
In 2023, life expectancy in the Loop was 87.3 years, while in West Garfield Park, life expectancy was just 66.6 years, according to the city's Health Department.
Recalled "super greens" supplement linked to dozens of salmonella cases, CDC says
Illnesses linked to the New York-based Live it Up Super Greens brand powder were reported in 21 states from Aug. 22 to Dec. 30, 2025.
Wide variation found in funding for states' rural health proposals
Every state will receive at least $100 million annually from the federal Rural Health Transformation fund, but some scored millions more based on their plans and willingness to pass policies embracing MAHA initiatives.
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Drug ring used swimmers to stash cocaine on ships at sea, police say
Police said they had busted a network that saw smugglers swim on the high seas to help stash Colombian cocaine on container ships and hijack vessels.
Russia calls NATO "unpredictable" amid divide over Greenland
As NATO prepares for war games around Greenland, Russia is highlighting the Trump administration's disagreement with its closest allies over the island.
U.S. forces seize sixth Venezuela-linked oil tanker
The seizure comes as President Trump is set to meet with Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado Thursday at the White House.
FIFA says it's received more than 500 million World Cup ticket requests
FIFA says it has received over 500 million ticket requests for 2026 World Cup matches in the U.S., Canada and Mexico— with prices as high as $8,680.
Iran opposition leader says "haven't reached the moment" to topple regime
As Trump steps back from threats against Iran, Kurdish Iranian opposition group says it's ready to help topple the regime, but the time isn't right yet.
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Behind Ron King's mission to protect donkeys
Oscar's Place, a donkey sanctuary in California, now has 210 donkeys and it has successfully resettled 189 others. Ron King, the co-founder and CEO of the sanctuary, helped to create the new docuseries "Donkey King," which follows the work he and volunteers do to rescue, rehabilitate and resettle the animals to protect them. He speaks to "CBS Mornings" about his mission and why he says donkeys are misunderstood.
Actor Timothy Busfield held without bond in New Mexico child sex abuse case
Another allegation against Busfield was reported to law enforcement the same day he turned himself in, according to a court filing.
Stars of "Sinners" talk about movie
"Sinners" stars Michael B. Jordan, Miles Caton and Wunmi Mosaku talk to "CBS Mornings" about the movie's recent success at the Golden Globes, the atmosphere on set and what they learned through the process.
Ali Larter talks what's ahead in "Landman"
Actor Ali Larter plays Angela Harris, the ex-wife of an oilman played by Billy Bob Thornton in the Paramount+ series "Landman." She talks to "CBS Mornings" about the series, working with Thornton and how she landed her role.
Actor Timothy Busfield turns himself in following child sex abuse allegations
In a video provided to TMZ on Tuesday, Timothy Busfield said the allegations "are all lies."
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Verizon offers customers $20 credit for widespread outage
Verizon says it's giving a $20 credit to customers affected an outage that disrupted service across the U.S.
New parental controls on YouTube kid accounts
YouTube is introducing new parental controls on youth accounts that it says could limit how long kinds spend scrolling. The latest parental controls will focus on YouTube Shorts, which utilizes a continuous scrolling video feed featuring videos three minutes and shorter. Parents of kid and teen account users are now able to enact time restrictions that will limit how long their children can scroll.
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.
Details on Verizon cell phone outage
A widespread Verizon outage hit the U.S. on Wednesday, leaving thousands of customers without service. CBS News' Karen Hua has more.
Apple, Google face pressure to remove X and Grok from their app stores
Grok faces mounting scrutiny from government officials and advocacy groups after people used the AI chatbot to create sexualized images of minors and women.
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Fossils found in cave shed light on where our species emerged
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
The history and mystery of kissing
If you rang in the new year with a kiss, you took part in a tradition millions of years in the making. Scientists now say the origins of kissing go back much farther than most think. CBS News' Tina Kraus has more.
2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
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26 charged in college basketball gambling scheme
Federal prosecutors have charged 26 people, including many college basketball players, in an illegal gambling probe. Danny Funt, author of "Everybody Loses: The Tumultuous Rise of Sports Gambling," joins to unpack the alleged scheme.
Busfield held without bond in child sex abuse case
Actor Timothy Busfield is being held without bond in his New Mexico child sex abuse case. Busfield denies the charges. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has more.
Drug ring used swimmers to stash cocaine on ships at sea, police say
Police said they had busted a network that saw smugglers swim on the high seas to help stash Colombian cocaine on container ships and hijack vessels.
Man convicted of killing Uber driver who he thought was robbing him
William J. Brock fatally shot the driver after wrongly assuming she was in on a plot to get $12,000 in supposed bond money for a relative, authorities said.
College basketball rigging allegations
A newly unsealed indictment details an apparent point-shaving scheme involving college basketball players. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.
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Astronauts return after mission cut short
A NASA crew splashed down off the coast of California on Thursday weeks earlier than scheduled due to an astronaut aboard the International Space Station dealing with a medical issue. Mark Strassmann reports on the unprecedented mission home.
Astronauts back on Earth after medical issue cut mission short
Four space station Crew 11 fliers splashed down off the Southern California coast at 3:41 a.m. ET, closing out a 167-day stay in space cut short by a medical issue.
Former NASA astronaut on ISS undocking
The members of SpaceX Crew-11 undocked from the International Space Station on Wednesday, beginning their journey back to Earth. The crew is leaving a month early after NASA announced that an unnamed team member experienced an undisclosed "medical concern." Clayton Anderson, a former NASA astronaut who spent time on the ISS, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
ISS astronauts prepare for early return
Crew-11 is preparing for an unprecedented early return to Earth over concerns for an astronaut's medical condition aboard the International Space Station. Mike Massimino, a former NASA astronaut and engineering professor at Columbia University, joins with more.
Former astronaut on ISS crew coming home early
Four members of Crew-11 are preparing to return to Earth from the International Space Station later this week after a "medical concern" prompted NASA to cancel a scheduled spacewalk. Former astronaut Dr. Scott Parazynski joins with his reaction.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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26 charged in college basketball gambling scheme
Federal prosecutors have charged 26 people, including many college basketball players, in an illegal gambling probe. Danny Funt, author of "Everybody Loses: The Tumultuous Rise of Sports Gambling," joins to unpack the alleged scheme.
Walz asks Trump to "turn the temperature down"
In the wake of the latest wave of unrest in Minneapolis, President Trump is threatening to use the Insurrection Act to deploy troops to the city. Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is now making a direct appeal to the president. CBS News correspondent Lana Zak has the latest.
Ex-U.S. ambassador to Venezuela on nation's future
President Trump has said he's skeptical that opposition leader María Corina Machado can lead Venezuela's military, control its vast oil supply and rally public society to help rebuild the country. Charles Shapiro, who served as the U.S. ambassador to Venezuela during the George W. Bush administration, joins "The Takeout" with his perspective.
Officials: Machado gave Trump Nobel medal
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado and President Trump held their first face-to-face meeting on Thursday. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has the details.
U.S. still poised to strike in Iran
The White House says hundreds of executions scheduled in Iran have been halted and that the killing of protesters has stopped. Plus, the leader of an armed Kurdish Iranian opposition group sat down with CBS News in Iraq, saying it is ready to take on the Iranian regime at the right moment. CBS News' Holly Williams and Charlie D'Agata have the latest details on the situation.