Journalist on protests: "We have been here so many times"
"I feel like Ferguson laid the roots for what we're seeing now," Jimmie Briggs said. "I think the Black Lives Matter movement allowed us to reach this place."
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Starbucks allowing workers to wear Black Lives Matter attire
In a memo to employees Friday, the coffee giant encouraged workers to "wear your BLM pin or t-shirt."
Black journalist's message to white friends
Author Jimmie Briggs joined CBSN to discuss his recent piece for Vanity Fair, "'No, I Am Not Okay': A Black Journalist Addresses His White Friends," in which he wrote about the importance of the current protests and what he wishes more white people understood about race in America.
French police march to protest reforms aimed at addressing racism
For some officers, the interior minister's banning of chokeholds and move to suspend any officer even accused of racism, was "the last straw."
Smithsonian museums are collecting signs from D.C. protests
Three Smithsonian museums are preserving the items so Americans can "understand the role that race has played in our complicated 400-year history."
Bubba Wallace praises NASCAR's Confederate flag ban
"Props to NASCAR and everybody involved," Wallace said after the ban. "It creates doors and allows the community to come together as one."
Companies touting Black Lives Matter urged to #PullUpOrShutUp
Adidas, Amazon, Microsoft and Nike among the overwhelmingly white companies urged on social media to #PullUpOrShutUp
Australian PM wants protesters charged, claims country had no slavery
As leader Scott Morrison says anti-racism protesters show "great disrespect" amid a pandemic, far-right senator says she's "disgusted" by BLM demonstrations.
Black Lives Matter protests extend into America's suburbs
The movement has gathered momentum outside of the urban centers and is showing up in towns from Greenwich, Connecticut to Waco, Texas to Wenatchee, Washington.
Scientists to go on one-day strike to protest institutional racism
Thousands of researchers have vowed to #shutdownSTEM on Wednesday to prioritize the needs of Black academics and STEM professionals.
BabyNames.com features names of black lives lost on homepage
Expectant parents searching for baby names on the website will see a powerful statement on its homepage.
How protests change politics
Images of protests throughout the world have flooded social media feeds and news coverage, but there are questions about which tactics are most effective in sparking meaningful change. Omar Wasow, an assistant professor of politics at Princeton University, studies the impact protests have on politics, and he joins CBSN to discuss his research.
Rep. Jackson Lee speaks at Floyd's funeral
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee of Texas spoke at George Floyd's funeral in Houston, and said, "Around the world... there are people rising up who will never sit down until you get justice." Watch her remarks.
Protester stares down angry white man
A brief moment at a Montana Black Lives Matter protest was immortalized in a powerful image. A white man named Jay Snowden aggressively confronted demonstrators, and he was met with the unwavering gaze of Samantha Francine, a young woman, as he appeared to yell inches from her face. Francine told Vladimir Duthiers that the image made her recall the civil rights movement. The viral video of the confrontation was captured by Charles Ross.
KKK leader charged with driving into protest
A man was arrested Sunday and is facing charges for driving his truck into protesters in Virginia. He has been identified as Harry Rogers, a self-proclaimed KKK leader, prosecutors say.
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.
Minnesota state troopers admit deflating tires during protests
Social media videos emerged that appear to show law enforcement officers slashing tires as protesters gathered in Minneapolis.
Family speaks at George Floyd's funeral
George Floyd's brothers and other loved ones paid tribute to him in emotional remarks at his funeral service in Houston. Watch this portion of the service.
Background checks show surge in gun sales
The FBI completed 1.6 million gun background checks last month -- a 75% jump from the year prior, according to the National Shooting Sports Foundation. USA Today consumer tech and money reporter Dalvin Brown wrote about surge nationwide and joins CBSN to explain the trend.
Black police officers face unique challenges
Following the police killing of George Floyd, three black police officers speak with Errol Barnett about the conflicting feelings that come with balancing their duty to serve and identifying as black Americans.
What it's like being a black officer amid police brutality protests
A black NYPD lieutenant said she was called "anti-cop" by a white colleague in a conversation about George Floyd's death.
Japanese network apologizes for "offensive" video about race in U.S.
Public broadcaster NHK admits a "lack of consideration" went into producing its video explaining the ongoing protests in America.
British tea firms drawn into online battle over Black Lives Matter
On the U.K. streets, there's been scant opposition to massive demos sparked by George Floyd's killing, but the internet is a very different battleground.
NFL star Malcolm Jenkins on racism
New Orleans Saints safety and former Philadelphia Eagles star Malcolm Jenkins joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the death of George Floyd, police reform, the NFL and teammate Drew Brees.
Global demonstrations for Black Lives Matter
There was a weekend of protest internationally in support of the Black Lives Matter movement and honoring George Floyd. Tens of thousands marched, despite coronavirus concerns about mass gatherings. The demonstrations were largely peaceful, but in London there were some violent clashes with police and damage to property. Elizabeth Palmer joined the protesters Sunday marching to make their voices heard around the world.
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U.S. imposes military blockade on Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz
The price of U.S. crude rose to $104.24 a barrel following the blockade announcement and Brent crude oil, the international standard, rose to $102.29.
DHS orders thousands of employees back to work despite shutdown
The Department of Homeland Security has ordered thousands of furloughed employees back to work, even as the agency technically remains shut down and unfunded by Congress.
Ethics Committee investigating Swalwell over sexual misconduct allegations
The bipartisan House Ethics Committee announced Monday it is investigating Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell of California.
Pope says he has "no fear of the Trump administration" after president lashes out
Pope Leo has repeatedly warned that violence is becoming normalized and that religious language is at risk of being misused to justify it.
Florida teen charged as adult in cruise ship killing of stepsister, DOJ says
The 16-year-old stepbrother of Florida teenager Anna Kepner has been officially been charged as an adult in her killing.
Congress returns to grapple with Iran war, DHS shutdown, expulsion votes
Lawmakers are returning to Washington to face major developments in the war with Iran, a lingering DHS shutdown and possible expulsion votes for some of their own members.
Trump faces backlash over post depicting him like Jesus
The image was deleted from President Trump's Truth Social account after it had received backlash from conservatives and Christians.
Judge dismisses Trump suit against Wall Street Journal over Epstein letter
A federal judge in Miami handed President Trump a defeat in his defamation lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal over a story about a birthday book for Jeffrey Epstein.
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Lynette Hooker told friend in 2024 text: "I can't be out there with him"
Two years before her disappearance, Lynette Hooker temporarily split with her husband Brian, telling a friend, "Our marriage lasted 6 weeks cruising," and "It was bad. I can't be out there with him."
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DOJ fires at least 4 prosecutors involved in FACE Act cases during Biden admin.
Among those fired is Sanjay Patel, a longtime federal prosecutor in the Civil Rights Division's criminal section who was placed on administrative leave last month, sources told CBS News at the time.
DHS orders thousands of employees back to work despite shutdown
The Department of Homeland Security has ordered thousands of furloughed employees back to work, even as the agency technically remains shut down and unfunded by Congress.
McDonald's to start selling refreshers and crafted sodas nationwide in May
McDonald's is expanding its cold beverage menu and also plans to introduce energy drinks later this year.
Ethics Committee investigating Swalwell over sexual misconduct allegations
The bipartisan House Ethics Committee announced Monday it is investigating Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell of California.
DoorDasher delivers to White House, joins Trump in talking to press
President Trump invited DoorDash delivery worker Sharon Simmons to talk about his "no tax on tips" policy.
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McDonald's to start selling refreshers and crafted sodas nationwide in May
McDonald's is expanding its cold beverage menu and also plans to introduce energy drinks later this year.
Beef, that all-American food, is getting harder for Americans to afford
The cost of ground beef in the U.S. has soared in recent years and is forecast to jump even further in 2026. What gives?
Roblox introduces age-based accounts amid child safety concerns
The California-based company said it will assign users ages 5 to 8 to a Roblox Kids account and users ages 9 to 15 to a separate account called Roblox Select.
Stocks edge up, oil hovers around $100 after partial blockade begins
Despite start of military operations to intercept ships region, investors still expect U.S. and Iran to find an off-ramp.
Nationwide boom in AI data centers stirs resistance
To fuel their artificial intelligence initiatives, tech companies are building massive numbers of AI data centers, with more than 4,000 in operation across the country. But some communities, wary of the environmental and financial implications, are fighting back.
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DOJ fires at least 4 prosecutors involved in FACE Act cases during Biden admin.
Among those fired is Sanjay Patel, a longtime federal prosecutor in the Civil Rights Division's criminal section who was placed on administrative leave last month, sources told CBS News at the time.
DHS orders thousands of employees back to work despite shutdown
The Department of Homeland Security has ordered thousands of furloughed employees back to work, even as the agency technically remains shut down and unfunded by Congress.
Pride flag to be officially restored at Stonewall National Monument
The federal government has agreed to restore the Pride flag that was removed from the Stonewall National Monument in Greenwich Village.
Ethics Committee investigating Swalwell over sexual misconduct allegations
The bipartisan House Ethics Committee announced Monday it is investigating Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell of California.
DoorDasher delivers to White House, joins Trump in talking to press
President Trump invited DoorDash delivery worker Sharon Simmons to talk about his "no tax on tips" policy.
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Pennsylvania town faces fallout from Trump's environmental rule rollback
The Trump administration is ratcheting up attacks on environmental protections that Make America Healthy Again followers hold dear.
Fighting for health care claim approvals
Seventy-three percent of Americans say delays and denials of medical treatment by healthcare insurers are a major problem. Now, a company called Sheer Health says they will fight insurance battles on behalf of their clients.
A teen athlete's headache wouldn't stop. It took a year to find a cure.
Jack Alston was used to migraines, but after two concussions in middle school, he was stuck with a headache that wouldn't go away.
Medicaid work rules will stress states' staffing capacity
Some states already don't have enough staff to quickly process Medicaid applications and answer enrollees' phone calls. Researchers say they may not be prepared to handle new Medicaid work rules, predicting people will lose coverage as a result.
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2 more drug companies to officially launch on TrumpRx
Two more drug-making giants, Abbvie and Genentech, will start selling popular medications on the White House's discounted pharmaceutical site as soon as Monday.
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Colombia to kill dozens of "cocaine hippos" linked to Pablo Escobar
The hippos are the descendants of four brought to the country in the 1980s by notorious drug lord Pablo Escobar as he built a private zoo.
Meet Péter Magyar, the man replacing Viktor Orbán as Hungary's prime minister
President Trump has lost his biggest cheerleader in Europe, but he may find common ground with his new counterpart, Péter Magyar.
U.S. territories brace for powerful super typhoon in western Pacific
Super Typhoon Sinlaku is expected to cross the island chain that includes Guam in the western Pacific Ocean with winds of up to 175 mph.
Knife attack that killed 3 girls could have been prevented, U.K. inquiry finds
The attack sparked nationwide riots and was one of the most shocking acts of violence in recent British history.
Pakistan pushing for Round 2 of "Islamabad Process" after failed Iran talks
A senior Pakistani government source told CBS News that Islamabad is in active contact with Washington and Tehran to bring them back to the negotiating table over the Iran war.
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Inside the creation of "Front Porch Freestyles"
What started off as a simple way to promote music with some impromptu freestyling back in 2017 has turned into a critically acclaimed series showcasing artists big and small. Photojournalist Parrish Smith met the Washington, D.C., artist and crew behind the increasingly popular musical showcase "Front Porch Freestyles."
"Margo's Got Money Troubles" stars on series
Michelle Pfeiffer and Elle Fanning talk with "CBS Mornings" about starring in the new series "Margo's Got Money Troubles." The two discuss what drew them to the project and their characters, and what it's like to work together again.
Britney Spears voluntarily checks into rehab after California DUI arrest in March
Pop star Britney Spears has voluntarily checked into rehab following her DUI arrest in Ventura County in March, a representative for the singer told CBS LA.
4/12: Sunday Morning - The Money Issue
Jane Pauley hosts our annual "Money Issue." Featured: Obstacles to home ownership; fighting health insurance denials; Chinese EVs; opposition to AI data centers; American Girl dolls; skin care mogul Scarlett Johansson; roller coasters; the popularity of bingo!; and is your phone eavesdropping on you?
American Girl: Celebrating girl power
Founded in 1986, American Girl has created dolls, books and accessories that tell the stories of young girls in every American era. On the toy's 40th anniversary, correspondent Faith Salie explores how making history come alive is also creating timeless bonds between generations that celebrate girlhood.
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Everyday items born from space exploration
The Artemis II journey around the far side of the moon is a monumental moment for human space exploration, but the mission could also bring back benefits for everyday life here on Earth. Better selfies, comfortable sneakers, basic household appliances and more can all trace their roots straight to NASA. Jarred Hill has a closer look at NASA tech in plain sight.
New warning over AI
Former AI company founder and CEO Matt Shumer joins "CBS Mornings" to break down Anthropic's report about one of its AI models, Claude Mythos Preview. In the report, the company warned the program was "too powerful" to be released to the public and it worried about the program, which is designed to find security flaws in software, falling into the "wrong hands."
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.
Sam Altman voices safety concerns
Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, shared a personal blog post and photo of his family saying, "In the hopes that it might dissuade the next person from throwing a Molotov cocktail at our house, no matter what they think of me," following an attack outside his home last week. Altman suggested the incident was connected to the broader debate over AI, saying, "we should deescalate the rhetoric and tactics."
Nationwide boom in AI data centers stirs resistance
To fuel their artificial intelligence initiatives, tech companies are building massive numbers of AI data centers, with more than 4,000 in operation across the country. But some communities, wary of the environmental and financial implications, are fighting back.
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First major forecast for 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is released
Colorado State University has released its annual Atlantic hurricane forecast, predicting 13 named storms and six hurricanes may develop during the 2026 season.
Creature thought to be world's oldest octopus isn't an octopus after all
Scientists have found evidence that a 300-million-year-old sea creature previously thought to be the world's oldest octopus is actually a nautilus relative.
March smashed heat records in several ways, federal data shows
Last month was the hottest March on record for the Lower 48 states, by the most for any month ever, federal data shows. And a forecast El Niño could heat Earth even more.
Emperor penguins listed as endangered species
The emperor penguin has been declared an endangered species as climate change pushes the icon of Antarctica a step closer to extinction, the global authority on threatened wildlife says.
Stunning photos from Artemis II show Earth, moon, eclipse from space
The astronauts aboard Artemis II are the first humans to see some parts of the far side of the moon with the naked eye.
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FBI raids home of suspect accused of throwing Molotov cocktail at Sam Altman's house
The 20-year-old suspect is accused of traveling from Spring, Texas, to San Francisco to target OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's home and carry out the attack.
Knife attack that killed 3 girls could have been prevented, U.K. inquiry finds
The attack sparked nationwide riots and was one of the most shocking acts of violence in recent British history.
Swalwell reacts as more allegations emerge
Democratic California Rep. Eric Swalwell is facing more allegations of sexual misconduct. CBS News Sacramento's Julie Watts reports.
Latest on Swalwell amid assault allegations
Campaign colleagues and other lawmakers are calling for California Rep. Eric Swalwell, a Democrat, to step down from Congress as more details emerge about sexual misconduct allegations against him. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
Lynette Hooker texts to friend about husband
Lynette Hooker's text messages to a friend in 2024, following her split with husband Brian Hooker, are emerging as questions linger about her disappearance in the Bahamas. CBS News' Cristian Benavides reports.
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Artemis II astronauts welcomed home to Houston after historic moonshot
The Artemis II astronauts flew back to the Johnson Space Center in Houston Saturday to cheers and applause from family members and hundreds of NASA workers.
9 highlights from Artemis II's epic journey around the moon
The Artemis II crew's nine-day moon mission set a record for the farthest any human has ever traveled from Earth. Here's a look at the key moments.
Artemis II crew splashes down to end historic moon mission
NASA's Artemis II astronauts returned to Earth with a splashdown landing in the Pacific Ocean after making a high-speed reentry through the atmosphere.
How an 8-year-old designed a zero-gravity indicator for Artemis II
The development of the mission mascot and viral sensation Rise began over a year before Artemis II blasted off.
As Artemis II heads back to Earth, crew stakes their lives on the heat shield
Despite problems during the unpiloted Artemis I reentry, the Artemis II crew is confident their heat shield will protect them during a fiery descent to Earth.
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Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Inside the creation of "Front Porch Freestyles"
What started off as a simple way to promote music with some impromptu freestyling back in 2017 has turned into a critically acclaimed series showcasing artists big and small. Photojournalist Parrish Smith met the Washington, D.C., artist and crew behind the increasingly popular musical showcase "Front Porch Freestyles."
Everyday items born from space exploration
The Artemis II journey around the far side of the moon is a monumental moment for human space exploration, but the mission could also bring back benefits for everyday life here on Earth. Better selfies, comfortable sneakers, basic household appliances and more can all trace their roots straight to NASA. Jarred Hill has a closer look at NASA tech in plain sight.
Looking to blow off steam? Try a scream club.
A growing club aims to give people a way to let off some steam by sharing in a scream. Bradley Blackburn spoke to its founders about why they think shouting out can be a boost for mental health.
Rep. Eric Swalwell at risk for expulsion
Lawmakers are pushing for California Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell to leave Congress after sexual assault allegations were made against the politician. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns has more.
Oil prices jump as tensions in Gulf ramp up
Neil Irwin, chief economic correspondent at Axios, joins CBS News 24/7 to break down the jump in oil prices after President Trump announced the U.S. would blockade Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz.