Ava DuVernay on new movie "Origin"
Ava DuVernay is an Oscar-nominated and Emmy-winning director. Her new movie, "Origin," is adapted from Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Isabel Wilkerson's book "Caste." She joins "CBS Mornings" for a closer look.
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Ron Howard, Ava DuVernay talk new partnership
Filmmakers Ron Howard and Ava DuVernay are teaming up to tackle one of the biggest issues in entertainment. First on "CBS Mornings," they talk about their new app partnership that aims to making hiring in Hollywood easier and more inclusive.
Ava DuVernay, Ron Howard on what drove them to create massive hiring network
Two of Hollywood's most renowned filmmakers are teaming up to launch an initiative aimed at revolutionizing hiring in the entertainment industry.
"Queen Sugar": A TV landmark for women directors
Ava DuVernay, the creator of "Queen Sugar," laid down a pioneering directive for her TV series: To hire only female directors, in an industry where women, particularly women of color, have had few inroads. "Sunday Morning" contributor Mark Whitaker talks with DuVernay, Oprah Winfrey (whose OWN channel broadcasts the series), and with several of the show's directors, many of whose dreams are now, finally, becoming reality.
"Queen Sugar": A TV landmark for women directors
Ava DuVernay, the creator of "Queen Sugar," laid down a pioneering directive for her Oprah Winfrey-backed TV series: To hire only female directors, in an industry where women, particularly women of color, have had few inroads.
"Changing the Game": Ava DuVernay
As part of the Women's History Month "Changing the Game" series, Jamie Yuccas sat down with writer, producer, director Ava DuVernay along with Melinda French Gates to discuss the importance of diversity on camera and behind the scenes in the film and television industries.
Acclaimed directors on their favorite films
While audiences are not packing movie theaters for the latest summer blockbusters, streaming services and straight-to-digital releases are ensuring people have their picks of old and new movies to watch at home. Jeff Glor asked acclaimed filmmakers like Kevin Smith, Ava DuVernay, Anna Boden and Paul Feig what their go-to films are to make them laugh, cry and reflect.
"A Wrinkle In Time" review
Ava DuVernay's highly-anticipated "A Wrinkle in Time" hit the big screen in the U.S. on Friday. But ET Online host Lauren Zima tells CBSN that reviews have been mixed.
Ava DuVernay interview
Ava DuVernay was at the 89th Annual Academy Awards, nominated for her directing work. DuVernay talked to Entertainment Tonight's Lauren Zima about diversity, inclusion and more at the Oscars.
Ava DuVernay & Oprah on "13th"
"Selma" director Ava DuVernay picked up a new Oscar nomination for her documentary "13th," which premiered worldwide on Netflix in October. The movie investigates mass incarceration and racial inequality in the U.S. DuVernay spoke with Oprah Winfrey about the reaction to the documentary for an upcoming Netflix special.
Ava DuVernay on film career
Academy Award-winning movie "Selma" made Ava DuVernay the first woman of color to direct a film nominated for a Best Picture Oscar. Her new documentary, "13th," opens the New York Film Festival Friday. Gayle King spoke with DuVernay about an exceptional career with an untraditional start.
DuVernay on African American museum
Director Ava DuVernay made an orientation film for the National Museum of African American History and Culture about the significance of August 28 in black history. DuVernay spoke with "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King about the museum, reacting after finding out that a quote of her own will be displayed at the museum.
The director of "Selma" imagines how a late KKK leader would react to her filming a civil rights march on the bridge that bears his name
The director of "Selma" imagines how a late KKK leader would react to her filming a civil rights march on the bridge that bears his name. Watch Bob Simon's report "Selma."
Filming on Alabama's Edmund Pettus Bridge offered director Ava DuVernay a way to anger the ghosts of racism
Filming on Alabama's Edmund Pettus Bridge offered director Ava DuVernay a way to anger the ghosts of racism. Watch Bob Simon's report on the film "Selma" Sunday, Feb. 8 at 7 p.m. ET/PT.
Ava DuVernay, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the debate over the film's historical accuracy
The acclaimed and controversial film "Selma" shows the struggle leading up to the Voting Rights Act of 1965. It's the first major film to focus on Martin Luther King Jr. The film's director, Ava DuVernay, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the debate over the film's historical accuracy.
Ava DuVernay on "Array Crew," "Queen Sugar"
Filmmaker Ava DuVernay is expressing her commitment to a more inclusive Hollywood with a brand-new database called "Array Crew." DuVernay discusses why she built the database to connect hiring managers and talented crew members in film and TV who are women and people of color. She also remembers actress Cicely Tyson.
Ava DuVernay on John Lewis' life and legacy
In an interview with Norah O'Donnell, Ava DuVernay reflected on the life of civil rights leader and Congressman John Lewis, whom she met while directing her film "Selma."
Netflix announces new series about Colin Kaepernick
Kaepernick will appear as himself in the series — as its narrator.
Ava DuVernay launches ARRAY 101
Award-winning director Ava DuVernay is turning her powerful productions into a resource for classrooms and independent study. She's launching a new initiative, through her production company ARRAY, offering learning companions for her TV and film projects. DuVernay speaks with Gayle King about the initiative.
Ava DuVernay has a new initiative to connect film and social justice
ARRAY 101 will offer free learning guides to accompany TV and film productions, and the first will be for "When They See Us."
Ava DuVernay on humanizing Central Park Five
In 1989, five black and Latino teenagers were wrongly accused of the brutal rape of a jogger in New York City’s Central Park. Antron McCray, Kevin Richardson, Yusef Salaam, Raymond Santana and Korey Wise became known as the Central Park Five. The boys were charged and convicted with no physical evidence implicating them. But in 2002, their convictions were overturned after DNA evidence and a confession exonerated them. Director Ava DuVernay joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss her Netflix four-part series on the Central Park Five, "When They See Us."
2019 Emmy Award winners stand up for equality
The actresses used their acceptance speeches Sunday night to push for social change
Central Park Five prosecutor resigns from teaching position
The fallout continues after the release of "When They See Us," a miniseries detailing the events surrounding the Central Park Five
Central Park Five prosecutor calls Netflix series an "outright fabrication"
Fairstein, who oversaw prosecutors' interrogations, claims Ava DuVernay's Netflix series is "full of distortions and falsehoods"
Why Michael K. Williams says Obama helped him "grow up"
The actor takes on one of the most publicized crimes of the 1980s with his role in the new Netflix series "When They See Us"
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Trump says ceasefire with Iran over, calls negotiations "waste of time"
Oil prices shot up 5% after President Trump said negotiations with Iran were over, and called it "a waste of time dealing with them."
Here's how Democrats could pick a new Maine Senate nominee if Platner drops out
Democrats have a brief window of time to replace Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner on the ballot if he drops out of the race amid a sexual assault allegation.
Unstable building in Midtown Manhattan forces evacuations, street closures
The unstable building is the former Pfizer headquarters in Midtown Manhattan that is being converted into apartments.
Senate GOP leaders say they've talked with McConnell by phone
The top Republicans in the Senate spoke with the Kentucky Republican by phone this week, according to their spokespeople.
DOJ threatens criminal action against states that allow non-citizens to vote
The head of the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division sent letters to election officials in all 50 states threatening criminal action if they knowingly allow non-U.S. citizens to vote.
Democrats Stevens and El-Sayed spar in tense Michigan Senate debate
The debate comes days after a third candidate, Mallory McMorrow, suspended her campaign.
Federal court blocks Florida law banning "woke" instruction in universities
A 2-1 ruling from the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals found Florida's assertion it could control the speech of its employees to be "a breathtaking assertion of power to ban unpopular ideas from public discourse in the very places the state's own statutes recognize as centers of inquiry."
Fetterman tells those who backed Platner to "sit it out" on a possible replacement
Sen. John Fetterman condemned his colleagues who continued backing Graham Platner amid a string of scandals.
Why do airlines make passengers check their carry-on at the gate?
Catching a flight with just a carry-on can make travel feel easy. No need to check a bag and all your belongings stay with you. But quite often, that suddenly changes before boarding.
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License of Utah school where Paris Hilton alleged she was abused is revoked
Utah has revoked the license of a boarding school where Paris Hilton said she was abused as a teenager, saying the school has "failed to provide applicable health and safety services for clients."
Fetterman tells those who backed Platner to "sit it out" on a possible replacement
Sen. John Fetterman condemned his colleagues who continued backing Graham Platner amid a string of scandals.
Navy identifies missing sailor after Arabian Sea emergency landing
Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao said he has directed that Cmdr. Gabriel Edwards be posthumously promoted to his selected rank of captain.
U.S. launches strikes against Iran over attacks on 3 ships in Strait of Hormuz
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has over the past two days attacked three commercial vessels that were traveling through the Strait of Hormuz.
Ford recalls 177,000 vehicles over faulty wiper, drivetrain and other issues
A slew of Ford recalls affects some new and used Mustang, Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid and Explorer Hybrid vehicles, according to a federal safety watchdog.
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China warns of "security backdoor" in Anthropic AI coding tool
A Chinese industry regulator warned users of a "security backdoor" embedded in versions of U.S. artificial intelligence company Anthropic's coding tool, Claude Code.
Why do airlines make passengers check their carry-on at the gate?
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Ford recalls 177,000 vehicles over faulty wiper, drivetrain and other issues
A slew of Ford recalls affects some new and used Mustang, Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid and Explorer Hybrid vehicles, according to a federal safety watchdog.
USPS raising the price of a Forever stamp starting on Sunday
The cost of a first-class Forever stamp has climbed 41% since 2021, and postal officials have signaled they want prices to rise even more.
Nara Organics infant formula linked to another case of botulism
The FDA is urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop using a Nara Organics-brand formula after several infants contracted botulism.
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DOJ threatens criminal action against states that allow non-citizens to vote
The head of the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division sent letters to election officials in all 50 states threatening criminal action if they knowingly allow non-U.S. citizens to vote.
U.S. rescinds waiver permitting Iranian oil sales after Iranian attacks on tankers
The Trump administration has revoked a waiver that allowed Iranian oil sales, a key source of revenue for the regime, after Iran attacked three tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.
Fetterman tells those who backed Platner to "sit it out" on a possible replacement
Sen. John Fetterman condemned his colleagues who continued backing Graham Platner amid a string of scandals.
U.S. launches strikes against Iran over attacks on 3 ships in Strait of Hormuz
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has over the past two days attacked three commercial vessels that were traveling through the Strait of Hormuz.
Judge rejects DOJ's attempt to get names of 2020 election workers in Fulton County
A federal judge has ruled that the U.S. Department of Justice cannot have access to personal information for every person who worked during the 2020 election in Georgia's Fulton County.
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Nara Organics infant formula linked to another case of botulism
The FDA is urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop using a Nara Organics-brand formula after several infants contracted botulism.
Switching to a cheaper health plan delayed a man's access to vital medicine
A Florida man thought he had carefully planned for a seamless switch between health plans. It was anything but.
"Very unhealthy" pollution levels recorded in D.C. after July 4th fireworks
A "purple" air quality alert was issued for Washington, D.C., and surrounding areas, on Sunday, meaning pollution reached levels considered "very unhealthy."
1 symptom leads to dad's cancer diagnosis: "I was like, 'Wait, what?'"
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Why tick season is expected to be worse than normal
The CDC is reporting the highest rate of emergency room visits from tick bites since 2017 in many parts of the U.S.
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Telegram used to share rape videos and drugging tips, prosecutors say
The suspects posted videos of their attacks and referred to women as "cars," sedatives as "fuel" and rape as "driving," according to court documents.
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Trump says ceasefire with Iran over, calls negotiations "waste of time"
Oil prices shot up 5% after President Trump said the ceasefire with Iran, in his view, was over, and he called it "a waste of time dealing with them."
U.S. rescinds waiver permitting Iranian oil sales after Iranian attacks on tankers
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Navy identifies missing sailor after Arabian Sea emergency landing
Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao said he has directed that Cmdr. Gabriel Edwards be posthumously promoted to his selected rank of captain.
U.S. launches strikes against Iran over attacks on 3 ships in Strait of Hormuz
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has over the past two days attacked three commercial vessels that were traveling through the Strait of Hormuz.
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Prince Harry loses long legal battle against U.K. tabloid publisher
Prince Harry has lost his case against the publisher of the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday tabloids, with the top U.K. court dismissing claims of illegal information gathering.
Common on starring in "Silo" series
Common speaks to "CBS Mornings" about starring in the series "Silo," which is back for a third season. The Oscar, Emmy and Grammy Award winner reveals what drew him to his character. He also discusses recent performances, including at the BET Awards and the opening of the Obama Presidential Center.
Sophie Chen Keller reads "Little Wonder"
Oprah Winfrey selected "Little Wonder" by acclaimed author Sophie Chen Keller as her latest book club pick. Keller reads an excerpt from her novel about an extraordinary journey of hope and love.
Details emerge of Swift-Kelce wedding
The highly anticipated wedding between pop superstar Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs Pro Bowler Travis Kelce took place at Madison Square Garden on Friday. Page Six senior reporter Carlos Greer joins with the emerging details.
AI actor Tilly Norwood set to star in first feature film
AI-generated actor Tilly Norwood is set to star in her first feature film, with her creator saying that "art will be imitating life."
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China warns of "security backdoor" in Anthropic AI coding tool
A Chinese industry regulator warned users of a "security backdoor" embedded in versions of U.S. artificial intelligence company Anthropic's coding tool, Claude Code.
Satellites search for wildfires from space
FireSat satellites, equipped with specialized cameras and imaging software, are helping detect wildfires from space. Muon Space CEO Jonny Dyer explains how the satellites could help firefighting efforts.
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.
Microsoft to cut more than 3,000 jobs from ailing Xbox unit
Microsoft moves to slash costs as the video game industry faces what the tech giant calls the "most severe hardware crisis in its history."
Why U.S. initially restricted Anthropic AI models
The Trump administration has lifted export restrictions on Anthropic's most advanced artificial intelligence models, Fable and Mythos, after weeks of negotiations over national security concerns. CNET Editor-in-Chief David Katzmaier joins to discuss.
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2,000-year-old gold rings and human bones found by archaeologists
Archaeologists have discovered eight human skeletons, bronze and gold jewelry and other artifacts indicating a ceremonial burial of wealthy people.
Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
The American innovation that made millions of others possible
From the lightbulb to the airplane, to medical breakthroughs and the internet age, the past 250 years have been defined by America's intrepid intellect.
New White House UFO panel chair speaks out
The White House appointed former Harvard University astronomer Avi Loeb to lead its new panel on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena, also known as UAPs and UFOs. Loeb shares his enthusiasm for his new role.
3 futurists predict what America will be like in the centuries ahead
From space to healthcare and artificial intelligence, what could the next 250 years of the United States look like?
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Telegram used to share rape videos and drugging tips, prosecutors say
The suspects posted videos of their attacks and referred to women as "cars," sedatives as "fuel" and rape as "driving," according to court documents.
New video in Charlie Kirk suspect court case
Prosecutors allege that Tyler Robinson shot conservative activist Charlie Kirk while he was speaking at an event for Turning Point USA. In court on Tuesday, a judge allowed new surveillance footage from the day the conservative activist was shot and killed.
New video of alleged Kirk murder suspect
Prosecutors revealed new video from the moments before and after the shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Carter Evans reports from Utah with details on the pretrial hearing there on Tuesday.
Former Bucknell football coach charged
Two years after the death of an 18-year-old football player at Bucknell University in Pennsylvania, the team's former strength and conditioning coach has been hit with felony charges, including aggravated hazing and involuntary manslaughter. Mark Strassmann reports.
Mexico probing possible U.S. violation in drug lord capture: "Someone lied"
Mexico said it is investigating whether its sovereignty was violated by the United States in the 2024 capture of drug lord Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada.
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Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
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Mission launched to rescue a falling space telescope
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NASA astronauts operate on space station's broken robot arm
The orbital surgery on the International Space Station returned the Canadian-built robot arm to full health after its "wrist" joint failed last month.
NASA prepares to launch rescue to save telescope from falling to Earth
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
Astronomers find 2 gigantic planets lighter than cotton candy
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In Midtown Manhattan, buildings had to be evacuated after at least two columns were found buckling at a high-rise construction site. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani also said there are multiple cracks and sagging floors. Magued Iskander, a professor at the NYU Tandon School of Engineering, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
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Democratic strategist on Platner's campaign
Democratic support is fading for Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner after accusations that he sexually assaulted his former girlfriend in 2021. Democratic strategist and CBS News political contributor Joel Payne has more.
FDA investigating infant botulism outbreak
The Food and Drug Administration is investigating a multi-state outbreak of infant botulism linked to baby formula. Infant botulism is a rare but serious illness caused when babies consume bacteria with spores that produce a toxin in the gut. CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Céline Gounder has more.
New video in Charlie Kirk suspect court case
Prosecutors allege that Tyler Robinson shot conservative activist Charlie Kirk while he was speaking at an event for Turning Point USA. In court on Tuesday, a judge allowed new surveillance footage from the day the conservative activist was shot and killed.