Calls for removal of Boebert after anti-Muslim remarks
The Colorado Republican was seen in a video describing anti-Muslim comments she made about Representative Ilhan Omar, a Minnesota Democrat.
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Democrats unveil plan to cancel student loans
Several Democrats are urging President Biden to forgive $50,000 in federal student loans. The measure would cost about $650 billion, and lawmakers say it would help the nation's struggling economy. CBS News reporter Kate Smith joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the proposal, and how the White House is reacting to it.
57th anniversary of the March on Washington
Fifty-seven years after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his "I Have a Dream" speech at the first March on Washington, thousands gathered once again at the nation's capital to demand racial justice and police reform. Dr. Peniel Joseph, founding director of the Center for the Study of Race and Democracy at the LBJ School at the University of Texas, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss how the foundations laid by civil rights leaders in 1963 helped shape today's demonstration.
Jamaal Bowman on historic primary victory
Official results for New York's primary elections lagged for weeks because of delays in counting absentee ballots. Jamaal Bowman didn't have to wait long to celebrate though, given his dominant victory over House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Eliot Engel in the Democratic primary for New York's 16th Congressional District. Bowman joined CBSN to talk about voting rights, schools and what he plans to do as a progressive in Congress.
Castro endorses candidates focused on police reform
Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley of Massachusetts and Cook County State's Attorney Kim Foxx were among the endorsements.
Rep. Pressley introduces bill to combat "scourge" of police brutality
"Hurt has been put on black folks," Rep. Pressley said. "Let us legislate healing and justice."
Rep. Pressley on racism and police reform
Rep. Ayanna Pressley (D-MA) joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the news of the day, racism, police reform and the death of George Floyd at the hands of a white Minneapolis police officer.
Democrats demand data on racial disparities in coronavirus response
The letter is signed by Elizabeth Warren, Ayanna Pressley and three other congressional Democrats
Warren surrogate Ayanna Pressley's interview
Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley, one of Elizabeth Warren's top surrogates, said said she believes Warren would be the "most effective president" and is the "unity candidate." Pressley spoke to CBSN's Elaine Quijano in Charleston, South Carolina, ahead of Tuesday's debate on CBS News.
Ayanna Pressley reveals she has alopecia
Massachusetts Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley revealed she has alopecia in a new video interview with The Root. The autoimmune disease can result in total hair loss. Pressley said she wanted to be transparent about her diagnosis, since her signature hair twists have become part of her personal and political brand.
Ayanna Pressley publicly reveals struggle with alopecia
The Massachusetts Democrat also showed her bald head on camera during the interview in an emotional moment.
"Hope and High Drama" for 2 Democratic congresswomen
Susan Dominus, staff writer at the New York Times Magazine, joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss her experience following Representatives Ayanna Pressley and Abigail Spanberger for the last year.
Group of black activists endorse Warren
Senator Elizabeth Warren has been endorsed by a group of more than 100 black activists. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns and Politico national political reporter Elena Schneider joined CBSN with the latest on the 2020 race.
Ayanna Pressley endorses Warren
Representative Ayanna Pressley announced her endorsement of Senator Elizabeth Warren's presidential campaign. In supporting the senator from her home state of Massachusetts, Pressley broke with the other members of the so called "Squad" of progressive freshmen congresswomen, who have endorsed Senator Bernie Sanders. 2020 campaign reporter Zak Hudak joins CBSN with more on the significance of the endorsement.
Ayanna Pressley breaks with "Squad" to endorse Elizabeth Warren
Fellow House progressives Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Rashida Tlaib and Ilhan Omar have chosen to endorse Bernie Sanders
Congresswoman urges Kavanaugh impeachment
Democratic Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley is introducing a resolution calling for an impeachment inquiry into Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh, after a report of additional allegations of sexual misconduct during his time in college. The Boston Globe's James Pindell joins CBSN with more on the latest developments.
Congresswoman to file Kavanaugh impeachment resolution
"Sexual predators do not deserve a seat on the nation's highest court," argued Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley
Pressley introduces bill to abolish federal death penalty
The bill aims to "prohibit the imposition of the death penalty for any violation of Federal law, and for other purposes"
GOP group shares meme calling 4 Dems the "Jihad Squad"
Faux movie poster showed the progressive lawmakers known as "the Squad," who've been the target of attacks from President Trump
Crowd chants "send her back" at Trump rally
President Trump is on the attack as he fights for a second term. At a campaign rally in Greenville, North Carolina, he fired up the crowd with more attacks on four Democratic congresswomen. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid and CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes join CBSN to discuss the president's reelection strategy.
Trump continues attack on congresswomen
President Trump at a campaign rally on Wednesday doubled down on his racist remarks about four progressive congresswomen of color. After singling out Rep. Ilhan Omar of Minnesota, the crowd changed "send her back." CBS News' Weijia Jiang reports from a rally at Greenville, North Carolinam.
Crowd chants "send her back" during Trump rally
At a campaign rally in Greenville, North Carolina, President Trump continued his racist attacks on four congresswomen of color, singling out Rep. Ilhan Omar of Minnesota while the crowd chanted "send her back!"
Federal agency: "Go back to where you came from" is discrimination
The phrase President Trump tweeted about four congresswomen could be considered discriminatory, according to the EEOC
"The Squad" interview: Read the full transcript
Democratic lawmakers Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Rashida Tlaib, Ilhan Omar and Ayanna Presley talked with Gayle King about the president's tweets about them and their relationship with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi
How Ocasio-Cortez, Omar, Pressley, Tlaib were dubbed "the Squad"
It all started with a hashtag, the women explained to "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King
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Jill Biden visits Nashville for candlelight vigil
"Our police officers have cried and are crying with Nashville and the world," police chief John Drake said at the vigil.
Pope Francis to be hospitalized for several days, Vatican says
A Vatican spokesman said the pope does not have COVID-19, but requires several days of therapy.
Paul blocks Hawley's attempt to fast-track bill banning TikTok
Sen. Rand Paul opposes a TikTok ban, arguing it would violate the First Amendment.
Boeing's Starliner faces another launch delay
Boeing had hoped to launch its first crew to the International Space Station in 2020, but major softwar problems in 2019 delayed test flights.
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.
Pence visits Iowa amid looming decision about 2024 bid
"It is an open field," said the CEO of a social conservative organization in Iowa.
FDA approves overdose-reversing Narcan for over-the-counter sale
In the 12-month period ending in Oct. 2022, the United States recorded 101,750 overdose deaths, primarily from opioids.
An ER's error lands a 4-year-old in collections — for care he didn't receive
A Florida woman tried to dispute an emergency room bill, but the hospital and collection agency refused to talk to her — because it was her child's name on the bill, not hers.
Human remains found in Lake Mead identified as 1974 drowning victim
In October, a diver discovered what looked like a human bone near a Lake Mead marina. Officials have now linked the remains to a Las Vegas man.
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Flag football moves one step closer to becoming an Olympic sport
For years, the NFL has been pushing for flag football, which is played as a five-on-five non-contact sport, to be included as an Olympic event in order to grow interest in the game worldwide.
Internal affairs investigation of officer in Idaho murders case disclosed
The investigation was disclosed as "potential Brady/Giglio material," the court filings said.
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.
Paul blocks Hawley's attempt to fast-track bill banning TikTok
Sen. Rand Paul opposes a TikTok ban, arguing it would violate the First Amendment.
Fetterman to return to Senate in mid-April
Fetterman has been undergoing treatment for clinical depression since mid-February.
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Paul blocks Hawley's attempt to fast-track bill banning TikTok
Sen. Rand Paul opposes a TikTok ban, arguing it would violate the First Amendment.
U.S. offers Arizona-size chunk of Gulf of Mexico for drilling
Energy companies offered a combined $263 million in bids to develop parcels that could produce fossil fuels for decades.
Cost of an Ivy League education nearing $90,000 per year
Small liberal arts colleges are also exceeding $80,000 annually, prompting some parents to question their value.
Congress approves measure to reverse Biden's water protections
Congress on Wednesday approved a resolution to overturn the Biden administration's protections for thousands of small streams, wetlands and other waterways.
Adidas won't challenge Black Lives Matter over trademark
Sportswear company previously claimed that BLM's three-stripe design too closely resembled its own iconic logo.
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Paul blocks Hawley's attempt to fast-track bill banning TikTok
Sen. Rand Paul opposes a TikTok ban, arguing it would violate the First Amendment.
Fetterman to return to Senate in mid-April
Fetterman has been undergoing treatment for clinical depression since mid-February.
U.S. offers Arizona-size chunk of Gulf of Mexico for drilling
Energy companies offered a combined $263 million in bids to develop parcels that could produce fossil fuels for decades.
Kentucky GOP lawmakers override veto of bill targeting transgender youth
The bill bans access to gender-affirming health care for transgender youth and restricts the bathrooms they can use.
Congress approves measure to reverse Biden's water protections
Congress on Wednesday approved a resolution to overturn the Biden administration's protections for thousands of small streams, wetlands and other waterways.
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An ER's error lands a 4-year-old in collections — for care he didn't receive
A Florida woman tried to dispute an emergency room bill, but the hospital and collection agency refused to talk to her — because it was her child's name on the bill, not hers.
Long COVID remains an uphill battle for many Americans
Long COVID has affected millions of people globally.
How one retired exec helped change a Ukrainian soldier's life
Helping Vladyslav Orlov recover from his wounds "is unparalleled to anything I have ever done in my life," Gary Wasserson said.
Gender gap in concussion research leaves female athletes struggling
80% of sports concussion research has focused on men, possibly leaving women without the care they need.
Lawmakers move to crack down on veterinary sedative xylazine
A bipartisan group of senators and representatives introduced legislation that would classify xylazine as a Schedule III drug.
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Women's rights activist built cookware empire which pays tribute to her culture
"We wanted to build a brand that celebrated Eid and Ramadan and Nowruz as loudly as we celebrated Christmas and Easter and New Year's."
Paul Rusesabagina, "Hotel Rwanda" hero, arrives in U.S.
Rusesabagina arrived in Houston on Wednesday after being imprisoned in Rwanda for more than two years.
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.
Adidas won't challenge Black Lives Matter over trademark
Sportswear company previously claimed that BLM's three-stripe design too closely resembled its own iconic logo.
Pope Francis to be hospitalized for several days, Vatican says
A Vatican spokesman said the pope does not have COVID-19, but requires several days of therapy.
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King Charles III visits Germany on first foreign trip as Britain's monarch
The new king was meant to have started his tour to bolster U.K.-EU ties in France, but that part of the trip had to be scrapped.
Melissa Joan Hart says she helped children "trying to escape" Nashville shooting
"We helped a class of kindergartners across a busy highway that were climbing out of the woods, that were trying to escape the shooter situation," she said.
Lena Waithe on new film "A Thousand and One"
The film "A Thousand and One" won a grand jury prize at the Sundance Film Festival. The film's star Teyana Taylor and producer Lena Waithe join "CBS Mornings" to discuss Taylor's star-making performance, the film's perfect score on Rotten Tomatoes and the importance of celebrating Black motherhood.
Gwyneth Paltrow lawsuit: When skiers collide, who is at fault?
The case could hinge on who the jury believes was the "downhill" skier, according to legal experts.
Prince Harry returns to U.K. for surprise court appearance in privacy case
U.K. media outlets said Harry was not expected to see his father or his older brother William, the heir to the throne, during his visit to the U.K. this week.
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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.
Musk, Wozniak call for pause in AI development
Tesla founder Elon Musk and Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak joined hundreds of others who signed an open letter calling for a pause in the development of artificial intelligence technology in order to take time to study the risks associated with it.
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.
Paul blocks Hawley's attempt to fast-track bill banning TikTok
Sen. Rand Paul opposes a TikTok ban, arguing it would violate the First Amendment.
Elon Musk joins hundreds calling for a pause on AI development
"Contemporary AI systems are now becoming human-competitive at general tasks," reads the open letter. "Should we develop nonhuman minds that might eventually outnumber, outsmart, obsolete and replace us?"
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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, spoke to CBS News about what these findings could mean.
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.
How finding awe could help your health
Finding joy doesn't need to come from large trips. Some of the best adventure is right in our backyards. Dacher Keltner, UC Berkeley professor and author of "Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Life," joins CBS News to discuss the science of awe-inspiring experiences.
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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Internal affairs investigation of officer in Idaho murders case disclosed
The investigation was disclosed as "potential Brady/Giglio material," the court filings said.
33 swimmers accused of harassing dolphins
Drone video appears to show 33 swimmers chasing and harassing a pod of dolphins off Hawaii's Big Island this past weekend. The swimmers are under investigation by Hawaiian authorities.
Swimmers accused of harassing dolphins
Dozens of swimmers are under investigation for allegedly harassing a pod of wild dolphins near Hawaii's Big Island, authorities said.
What we know about the Nashville school shooting
Police have said that the shooter was extremely prepared for the killings, but no motive has been determined.
South African police launch manhunt for accused "Facebook rapist" who escaped prison
South African police have launched a manhunt for convicted rapist and murderer Thabo Bester who escaped from a privately-run maximum security prison under bizarre circumstances.
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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.
Time lapse video shows large asteroid's "very close" flyby of Earth
The airplane-sized asteroid passed by last week on a track that placed it between the Earth and moon's orbits, which is relatively rare.
New Shepard launch abort blamed on engine nozzle failure, Blue Origin says
Blue Origin says fixes are being implemented and New Shepard sub-orbital flights will resume "soon."
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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.
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America's longest-running news broadcast program celebrates three-quarters of a century on the air
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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, spoke to CBS News about what these findings could mean.
Olympian Briana Scurry on concussion disparity
A CBS News Investigation points out more female athletes are experiencing concussions, but the research around head injuries largely focuses on men. Olympian Briana Scurry, author of the new book "My Greatest Save," joins John Dickerson on "Prime Time" to discuss her own recovery from a 2010 concussion, and why female and male athletes get different attention despite the same injuries.
Storm to bring severe weather to much of the U.S.
An estimated 65 million people in 20 states are expected to experience severe weather later this week brought on by a powerful storm front. Meteorologist Chris Warren with The Weather Channel has the forecast.
Jill Biden attends vigil for Nashville victims
First lady Dr. Jill Biden traveled to Nashville to participate in a vigil honoring the six victims of the shooting at the Covenant School. CBS News correspondent Janet Shamlian joined John Dickerson on "Prime Time" to discuss the latest.
Former Starbucks CEO testifies before Senate
Former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz testified in a Senate hearing about the company's labor practices, and allegations that it has been anti-union. Nearly 300 Starbucks stores nationwide have unionized so far. Nikole Killion has more.