Ibram X. Kendi on raising antiracist kids
Scholar and author Ibram X. Kendi has two new books. Kendi shares how to raise antiracist kids and why that benefits everyone.
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Cruz asks Jackson about critical race theory
Sen. Ted Cruz, a Republican from Texas, asked Supreme Court nominee Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson about critical race theory during the second day of her confirmation hearings on Tuesday. CBS News legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe joined CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Nikki Battiste to discuss.
NASCAR champion Kyle Larson on comeback season
NASCAR star Kyle Larson capped off his comeback season with a cup championship, almost a year and a half after it looked like his racing career was over. Larson and Anthony and Michelle Martin of the Urban Youth Racing School, who supported him after he was suspended for using a racial slur, speak with "CBS Mornings" about compassion, forgiveness and why the couple decided to give him a second chance.
Ta-Nehisi Coates on Banned Books Week
"Between the World and Me" author Ta-Nehisi Coates joins “CBS Mornings” to discuss Banned Books Week and the dangers of censoring books. Plus, he shares his reaction to one of his own books being banned.
Ibram X. Kendi on Chauvin verdict
CBS News contributor and antiracist scholar Ibram X. Kendi joins "CBS This Morning" to share his analysis on the historical significance of the Chauvin trial verdict and addressing systemic racism.
Hawaii Senator Hirono on gun reform in Congress
Hawaii Democratic Senator Mazie Hirono joins "CBS This Morning" to talk about Asian American and Pacific Islander representation in the Biden administration, combating racism and the renewed efforts to pass gun reform.
"Still Processing" hosts explore the N-word
New York Times culture writers Wesley Morris and Jenna Wortham are kicking off the new season of their hit podcast by confronting the most shocking word in the English language: the N-word. The two join "CBS This Morning" to discuss the many faces of the word.
Confronting the racism behind Capitol attack
2020 was marked by months of Black Lives Matter protests demanding a racial reckoning in the U.S. As 2021 began, the attack on the Capitol reminded the country how much work needs to be done to be free of white supremacy. CBS New contributor and the director of Boston University Center for Antiracist Research Ibram X. Kendi joined CBSN to explain the symbols of racism displayed at the Capitol and how the Biden administration can move forward.
How to confront racism in policing
Center for Policing Equity CEO and co-founder Phillip Atiba Goff tells "CBS This Morning" how a simple rethinking in the definition of racism can lead to big changes in racial bias in policing. He discusses how he puts this idea into action and the first steps that must happen for meaningful police reform for the show's series with TED, Ideas That Matter.
Why not being racist isn't enough
In the wake of George Floyd's death, activists have risen up to speak out about racial injustices in the United States and around the world. CBS News spoke to several about the significance of being antiracist and why just not being racist isn't enough. Author and activist Sonya Renee Taylor joined CBSN to explain.
The difference between being not racist and being antiracist
To truly be an ally, members of the black community say it's not enough to simply not be racist
Jason Reynolds on how to be antiracist
To help explain the difference between being "not racist" and "antiracist," author Jason Reynolds crafts an analogy from the world of baseball, saying it's essentially the difference between bunting and swinging for the fences.
Questions and answers about white privilege and racial injustice
Nationwide protests against inequality are encouraging more conversations about race and white privilege.
Ibram X. Kendi on the difference between "antiracist" and "not racist"
A recent Pew Research Center poll finds more than half of American adults think race relations are bad, and getting worse
Ibram X. Kendi on being an antiracist
The El Paso shooting put racism and racial issues back at the center of the political debate in America. A Pew Research Center poll from April finds more than half of American adults think race relations are bad, and getting worse. Now, Ibram Kendi, the founding director of the Antiracist Research & Policy Center at American University is on a mission to set the country on a new path toward equality. In his new book, "How to Be an Antiracist," Kendi calls racism "a cancer," and explains how readers can shift their thinking to stop it.
Virginia residents talk candidly about racism
We’re getting new insight about racial tension in America from Charlottesville, Virginia, exactly two years after violent clashes between white supremacists and counter-protesters left one person dead and dozens injured. "CBS This Morning" brought together a diverse group of people who were in Charlottesville that weekend to have an open and honest conversation about race. We asked Ibram Kendi, professor and founding director of the Antiracist Research & Policy Center at American University, to lead the discussion.
Judge delays sentencing in Trump's N.Y. criminal case until after election
Trump was convicted in May on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records in relation to a "hush money" payment to an adult film star before the 2016 election.
DNC to fly Trump banners at battleground state college football games
At the University of Michigan game against Texas, fans will be reminded of J.D. Vance's ties to its bitter rival, Ohio State University.
Dick Cheney says he will vote for Kamala Harris
Dick Cheney, a lifelong Republican who served as vice president under former President George W. Bush, says he will not vote for Donald Trump.
Georgia high school shooting suspect's father faces judge after murder charges
The father of Colt Gray, the suspected gunman in the Apalachee High School shooting, has been arrested.
American woman killed at protest in Israeli-occupied West Bank
Doctors in the Israeli-occupied West Bank say American national Aysenur Eygi was fatally shot at a pro-Palestinian demonstration.
Man accused of planning mass shooting at NYC Jewish center, authorities say
A man accused of planning a terror attack at a New York City Jewish center was arrested in Canada, officials say.
Cornel West to appear on Virginia presidential ballot
Dr. Cornel West and and his running mate, Dr. Melina Abdullah, will also appear on the ballots of the battleground states of Michigan, Wisconsin, North Carolina and Georgia.
Student dies after shooting inside Maryland high school
A teen student is dead after a shooting inside Joppatowne High School, about 20 miles outside of Baltimore.
Who keeps a $70K engagement ring? Case goes before Massachusetts court
A case deciding who gets to keep the ring when an engagement breaks down is being argued before the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court.
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Taylor Fritz becomes first American in a U.S. Open final since 2006
Fritz surged with a six-game run against a fading Tiafoe to come out on top 4-6, 7-5, 4-6, 6-4, 6-1 and reach his first Grand Slam final.
The loophole that allows food companies to decide what's safe to eat
Ultra-processed foods now make up over half of an average American adult's diet and two-thirds of an American child's.
DNC to fly Trump banners at battleground state college football games
At the University of Michigan game against Texas, fans will be reminded of J.D. Vance's ties to its bitter rival, Ohio State University.
Cornel West to appear on Virginia presidential ballot
Dr. Cornel West and and his running mate, Dr. Melina Abdullah, will also appear on the ballots of the battleground states of Michigan, Wisconsin, North Carolina and Georgia.
Alabama woman pulled over for speeding receives life-changing career advice
An Alabama state trooper never imagined the advice he gave 20-year-old Abbie Rutledge when he pulled her over for speeding in August 2022 would change the trajectory of her life.
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Apple juice sold by Aldi and Walmart recalled due to arsenic concerns
Nearly 134,000 cases of multiple brands of apple juice are now being recalled because of of potential contamination.
More than 90 business leaders endorse Kamala Harris for president
Mark Cuban, Barry Diller and James Murdoch among the prominent business world figures backing Kamala Harris' bid for the White House.
Social Security offices forced to close because of unspecified tech problem
Social Security Administration cited a "hardware issue" after it had to close offices and suspend personalized online services.
Red Lobster to claw its way back from bankruptcy after judge approves sale
Once the deal is finalized, the seafood chain will operate under a new CEO — Damola Adamolekun, former chief executive of P.F. Chang's.
S&P 500 ends its worst week since March 2023
Investors are fretting about economic growth, with tech stocks taking the brunt after an underwhelming jobs report.
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DNC to fly Trump banners at battleground state college football games
At the University of Michigan game against Texas, fans will be reminded of J.D. Vance's ties to its bitter rival, Ohio State University.
Cornel West to appear on Virginia presidential ballot
Dr. Cornel West and and his running mate, Dr. Melina Abdullah, will also appear on the ballots of the battleground states of Michigan, Wisconsin, North Carolina and Georgia.
House GOP unveils bill to avert partial government shutdown
House Republicans released a bill to avoid a looming partial government shutdown at the end of September.
Truth behind Trump claims about U.S. troops deaths in Afghanistan
Government data shows while there was an 18-month period with no U.S. troop deaths in Afghanistan, Trump was not in office for all of this time.
More than 90 business leaders endorse Kamala Harris for president
Mark Cuban, Barry Diller and James Murdoch among the prominent business world figures backing Kamala Harris' bid for the White House.
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The loophole that allows food companies to decide what's safe to eat
Ultra-processed foods now make up over half of an average American adult's diet and two-thirds of an American child's.
Missouri patient contracts bird flu despite no known contact with animals
The case raises questions about how the person was exposed to the virus. All the previous U.S. infections were among people who worked around cows and poultry.
Apple juice sold by Aldi and Walmart recalled due to arsenic concerns
Nearly 134,000 cases of multiple brands of apple juice are now being recalled because of of potential contamination.
Boar's Head faces multiple lawsuits after deadly listeria outbreak
A nationwide listeria outbreak blamed for nine deaths is turning into a potential legal nightmare for food maker Boar's Head.
Valley fever, the fungus disease spreading in California, explained
Valley fever, a disease caused by breathing in a type of fungus, is on the rise in California. Here's what to know.
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Site for Queen Elizabeth II memorial revealed
The site for the memorial is close to the ceremonial route of The Mall and to Buckingham Palace, the home of her son, King Charles III.
Typhoon Yagi makes landfall in Vietnam, prompting airport closures
The typhoon was described by Vietnamese meteorological authorities as "one of the most powerful typhoons in the region over the past decade."
Man accused of planning mass shooting at NYC Jewish center, authorities say
A man accused of planning a terror attack at a New York City Jewish center was arrested in Canada, officials say.
Sergio Mendes, Brazilian bossa nova legend, dies at 83
The Grammy-winning musician's composition "Mas Que Nada" was one of the songs that helped popularize the Brazilian music genre bossa nova worldwide in the 1960s.
Paris wants to name venue after murdered Olympian
Rebecca Cheptegei died Thursday at a Kenyan hospital where she was being treated after 80% of her body was burned in the attack. She was 33.
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Sergio Mendes, Brazilian bossa nova legend, dies at 83
The Grammy-winning musician's composition "Mas Que Nada" was one of the songs that helped popularize the Brazilian music genre bossa nova worldwide in the 1960s.
Ticketmaster probed over Oasis tickets
A watchdog agency in the U.K. is launching an investigation into the way more than 1 million tickets were sold for Oasis' reunion tour happening next year in the U.K. and Ireland. Fans waited in hours-long virtual lines and many say they ended up paying more than double the advertised price.
Elin Hilderbrand on her first TV adaptation
Bestselling author Elin Hilderbrand, known for her summer novels set in Nantucket, celebrates the debut of her first TV series adaptation. "The Perfect Couple," now on Netflix, stars Nicole Kidman and Liev Schreiber in a thrilling mystery that unfolds when a body is discovered during a wedding celebration.
Rich Homie Quan, Atlanta rapper known for trap jams, dies at 33
Rich Homie Quan was one of the biggest names in hip-hop in the mid-2010s.
Amazon Books picks for best book adaptations
Amazon Books Editorial Director Sarah Gelman talks about the top novels that have been transformed into must-watch TV shows and films,
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Apple set to unveil new iPhone 16 on Monday. Here's what to expect.
In addition to Apple Intelligence, here are the upgrades widely expected to be included in the latest iPhone models.
FBI reports record surge in online scams
The FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center saw more than 880,000 complaints last year, a 10% increase from 2022. Dan Ackerman, editor-in-chief of Micro Center News, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the rise of these threats.
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.
Judge suspends X platform in Brazil amid feud with Elon Musk
Brazilian Supreme Court Judge Alexandre de Moraes ordered the suspension of Elon Musk's social media giant X in Brazil after the billionaire refused to name a legal representative in the country.
Ads for U.S. political groups, candidates appear under racist posts on X
Ads for major Republican and Democratic groups and candidates appear under racist content that could be making money on X.
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Missouri patient contracts bird flu despite no known contact with animals
The case raises questions about how the person was exposed to the virus. All the previous U.S. infections were among people who worked around cows and poultry.
Where plastic pollution ends up
The world is struggling to manage growing piles of plastic waste, and a new report is bringing to light the problem of burning plastics. Annually, the world produces 440 million tons of plastic each year, but the majority of plastic is often tossed in the trash. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy has more.
Climate Watch: Overheated
CBS News Climate Correspondent David Schechter explores cooling solutions to stay healthy and safe as climate change makes our planet hotter.
Warm September expected, NOAA predicts
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration outlook through November indicates warmer than average temperatures are expected in 2024. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter reports.
Researchers find evidence that large sharks may be hunting each other
Researchers discovered the first known case of a porbeagle shark likely being killed by a large shark predator, raising questions about whether this rare instance represents a larger trend.
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Georgia shooting suspect, father in court
The 14-year-old suspect in the deadly shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia, made his first court appearance Friday. His father, who was arrested on second-degree murder charges in connection with the shooting, also appeared in court in a separate hearing. Authorities allege that the suspect's father gave his son the firearm that was used in the massacre as a gift in December 2023. Jericka Duncan reports.
Suspect arrested in NYC terror plot, feds say
"Federal authorities Friday said a Pakistani citizen living in Canada was arrested on allegations he was plotting to carry out a mass shooting at a Jewish center in New York City "on or around" the one-year mark of the Oct. 7 attack by Hamas on Israel. Nancy Cordes has details. "
Georgia shooting victims remembered
The teenager accused of killing four people and injuring nine others in this week's mass shooting at Apalachee High School in Georgia appeared in court Friday. CBS News national correspondent Dave Malkoff reports from Winder, Georgia, as the community mourns the victims.
Georgia school shooting arraignments
The suspect in the Apalachee High School shooting and his father were arraigned Friday on charges connected to the attack. CBS News' Jericka Duncan has the latest from the court proceedings.
Hitman who killed Whitey Bulger sentenced to 25 years in prison
Prosecutors initially had said Geas used a lock attached to a belt to repeatedly hit the 89-year-old Bulger in the head.
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Boeing Starliner departs ISS without crew
Boeing's Starliner spacecraft departed the International Space Station on Friday just after 6 p.m., starting a journey back to Earth without any crew on board. The ship is expected to drop out of orbit and plunge to a landing at White Sands, New Mexico, just after midnight Eastern Time.
After leaving its crew behind, Starliner makes safe return to Earth
The Starliner slammed into the discernible atmosphere 400,000 feet above the Pacific Ocean before descending to a parachute-and-airbag assisted touchdown.
Starliner returning to Earth with no crew
NASA has decided to fly Boeing's Starliner spacecraft back from the International Space Station without astronauts due to safety concerns. The spacecraft is expected to land in New Mexico just after midnight, weather permitting, marking another setback in the troubled multi-billion-dollar program.
Boeing Starliner preps for unpiloted return to Earth
Leaving its crew behind, the Starliner is expected to undock and head for landing in New Mexico to wrap up a disappointing test flight.
2 astronauts bumped from SpaceX flight to make room for Starliner crew
Crew 9 commander Zena Cardman and Stephanie Wilson will stay behind when the Crew 9 mission takes off on Sept. 24.
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Summer music heats up 2024
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A look at the evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case; plus, newly revealed letters from the man police say wanted to be like fictional serial killer Dexter Morgan.
Clues and evidence in the John McCabe case
A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along?
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Americans are among the world's biggest consumers of ultra-processed foods, which comprise more than half of an average adult’s diet and two-thirds of a child’s. As technology continues to accelerate innovations in additives, chemicals and food products, U.S. regulators are struggling to keep up. CBS Reports examines why ultra-processed foods have become so pervasive in the American diet, and what filling the gaps in federal regulation can do to ensure Americans are fed and healthy.
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Georgia shooting suspect, father in court
The 14-year-old suspect in the deadly shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia, made his first court appearance Friday. His father, who was arrested on second-degree murder charges in connection with the shooting, also appeared in court in a separate hearing. Authorities allege that the suspect's father gave his son the firearm that was used in the massacre as a gift in December 2023. Jericka Duncan reports.