Louisville mayor declares emergency ahead of Breonna Taylor decision
A federal courthouse was boarded up and car access to a downtown park blocked off ahead of the highly anticipated decision.
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Breonna Taylor's mom reacts to settlement
Breonna Taylor's mother says her fight for justice is not over after the city of Louisville agreed to settle the family's wrongful death lawsuit for $12 million — the biggest settlement the city has ever paid in a police misconduct case. CBS News correspondent Jericka Duncan, who sat down with Taylor's mother Tamika Palmer, joins CBSN to discuss the interview and what the family plans to do next.
Reaction to Breonna Taylor settlement
The city of Louisville agreed to a $12 million settlement with Breonna Taylor's family and will implement reforms in the police department. Taylor was killed in her home by police when officers were serving a no-knock warrant in March. CBS News correspondent Jericka Duncan reports on the settlement, and Louisville Urban League CEO Sadiqa Reynolds joins CBSN to discuss the case.
Police declare state of emergency ahead of Breonna Taylor decision
Six months after her death, Taylor's case stands distinct as a high profile case without resolution.
$12M settlement for Breonna Taylor's family
Six months after the death of Breonna Taylor during a "no-knock" police raid, a wrongful death civil lawsuit between her family and the city of Louisville, Kentucky has been settled. The settlement includes a number of police reforms, but Taylor's mother tells Jericka Duncan it is not enough.
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Louisville to pay $12M to Breonna Taylor's family, reform police
The "historic" settlement includes reforms on how warrants are handled by police.
Breonna Taylor lawsuit settled for $12 million
The city of Louisville will pay its largest settlement ever in a police misconduct case. The family of Breonna Taylor will receive $12 million after Taylor was fatally shot by police inside her own home. Jericka Duncan has the latest.
Settlement for Breonna Taylor's family
Louisville Mayor Greg Fisher, civil rights attorney Benjamin Crump, and Breonna Taylor's mother were among those who spoke at a news conference announcing a $12 million settlement in the family's wrongful death lawsuit. Police reforms will be enacted as part of the deal after Taylor, 26, was shot and killed in a police raid on her home last spring. Watch a portion of their remarks.
FIA investigating Lewis Hamilton for Breonna Taylor shirt
The F1 racing authority is investigating whether Hamilton's shirt broke FIA rules, according to a spokesperson
Frustration grows over Breonna Taylor case
Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron has not yet confirmed if he will be sharing the result of his investigation into the death of Breonna Taylor with a grand jury. Protests continue as the six-month mark for her death draws closer. Louisville Courier-Journal reporter Hayes Gardner joined CBSN with more on the case.
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Thousands protest at Kentucky Derby over Breonna Taylor killing
"We don't want mint juleps. We want justice. We're not partying. We're protesting. No justice? No derby," one protester said.
100 days since Breonna Taylor protests began in Louisville
It's been 100 days since protests began in Louisville over Breonna Taylor's death, but the demonstrations are continuing into the weekend as local officials prepare for the Kentucky Derby. Courier-Journal reporter Tessa Duvall joined CBSN to explain the latest developments in the case, including Breonna Taylor's boyfriend filing a lawsuit against LMPD and the newest police reports that were typed up well after Taylor's death.
Breonna Taylor’s boyfriend sues Louisville PD
Kenneth Walker, the boyfriend of Breonna Taylor, filed a lawsuit over his arrest the night Taylor was shot and killed by police during a drug raid. Walker and police have conflicting accounts of what happened the night Taylor was killed. Jericka Duncan reports.
Breonna Taylor's boyfriend sues over his arrest
The suit seeks to make Walker immune from charges that he shot an officer when police entered Taylor's home.
Breonna Taylor's boyfriend suing Louisville
Breonna Taylor's boyfriend, Kenneth Walker, has filed a lawsuit over his arrest the night Taylor was shot and killed by police during a drug raid, asking the court to declare him "immune" from prosecution, citing the state's "stand your ground" law. CBSN's Elaine Quijano has more.
Naomi Osaka wears Breonna Taylor mask at U.S. Open
"It's quite sad that seven masks isn't enough for the amount of names," Osaka said
ICYMI: Top takeaways from this week's "Face the Nation"
This week we sat down with Jacob Blake's attorney Benjamin Crump, DHS' Chad Wolf, and former FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb.
Face The Nation: Cameron, Crump, Gottlieb, Brown
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on Breonna Taylor's investigation, Jacob Blake's case, the coronavirus and the sports world's response to the nationwide demonstrations against racial injustice.
Blake family lawyer says they haven't been contacted about meeting Trump
Benjamin Crump, who represents the families of Jacob Blake and Breonna Taylor, says the family hasn't heard from the White House about a possible meeting ahead of the president's visit to Kenosha, Wisconsin, on Tuesday.
Kentucky AG says he has ballistics report in Breonna Taylor case
Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron says he plans to meet with the FBI to discuss the ballistics report this week.
Transcript: Benjamin Crump on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Jacob Blake family attorney Benjamin Crump that aired Sunday, August 30, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
Transcript: Daniel Cameron on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron that aired Sunday, August 30, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
Protesters confront Senator Rand Paul
Dozens of protesters shouted at the Kentucky senator after he attended President Trump's RNC speech at the White House, demanding that Paul acknowledge the shooting death of Breonna Taylor by Louisville police.
Trump orders Pentagon to "substantially reduce" military exercises with South Korea
President Trump said Sunday that the joint military exercises with South Korea are costly and they "send a signal that is totally inappropriate and hostile" to North Korea.
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Trump threatens Oman, Iran war in stalemate as 60-day talks window ends
The 60-day deadline for the U.S. and Iran to negotiate a peace deal and reopen the Strait of Hormuz is expiring, with no agreement in sight.
Hayden Panettiere, known for "Heroes" and "Remember the Titans," dies at 36
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the sci-fi series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36.
Beshear says he's "heard absolutely nothing" from McConnell
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear said he hasn't heard back from Sen. Mitch McConnell following a formal request for an update on his health last month amid a weekslong hospitalization.
Former Hurricane Lala drenches Hawaii, flash floods sweep away Big Island homes
Lala was weakening but still packing a punch as it moved away from the islands, forecasters said.
U.K. prime minister messages with impersonator of top Trump staffer
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham exchanged messaged with someone pretending to be White House chief of staff Susie Wiles.
BBC asks court to subpoena Trump family members for defamation defense
After failing to deliver subpoenas itself, the BBC has asked a Florida court to compel three of President Trump's family members to testify over the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol.
Jared Kushner met with Hamas leaders in Egypt to discuss Gaza peace deal
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RFK Jr.'s hunt for autism culprits stalls amid Trump's baseless vaccine order
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s closed-door research has yet to produce evidence linking vaccines and autism.
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Supreme Court won't rehear Trump's appeal of $5 million E. Jean Carroll case
The Supreme Court declined for the second time to consider President Trump's appeal in the E. Jean Carroll case.
Woman fights off bear with spray after being attacked on trail in Alaska
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Hayden Panettiere, known for "Heroes" and "Remember the Titans," dies at 36
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the sci-fi series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 16, 2026
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Tommy John, MLB All-Star pitcher who had a surgery named after him, dies at 83
One of Tommy John's biggest legacies to MLB was his comeback elbow reconstruction surgery that now bears his name.
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CBS News poll on whether Democrats split over socialism
Americans think more young people in office would make politics better.
Hormuz chaos highlights risks for other global trade chokepoints
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FDA upgrades egg recall linked to salmonella to highest risk level
U.S. food regulators say 1.6 million cartons of recalled eggs can "cause serious adverse health consequences or death."
How to get a refund for Trump tariffs struck down by Supreme Court
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Walmart tomato soup kits recalled over Listeria risk, FDA says
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Supreme Court won't rehear Trump's appeal of $5 million E. Jean Carroll case
The Supreme Court declined for the second time to consider President Trump's appeal in the E. Jean Carroll case.
BBC asks court to subpoena Trump family members for defamation defense
After failing to deliver subpoenas itself, the BBC has asked a Florida court to compel three of President Trump's family members to testify over the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol.
U.K. prime minister messages with impersonator of top Trump staffer
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham exchanged messaged with someone pretending to be White House chief of staff Susie Wiles.
RFK Jr.'s hunt for autism culprits stalls amid Trump's baseless vaccine order
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s closed-door research has yet to produce evidence linking vaccines and autism.
Trump orders Pentagon to "substantially reduce" military exercises with South Korea
President Trump said Sunday that the joint military exercises with South Korea are costly and they "send a signal that is totally inappropriate and hostile" to North Korea.
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RFK Jr.'s hunt for autism culprits stalls amid Trump's baseless vaccine order
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s closed-door research has yet to produce evidence linking vaccines and autism.
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Whole Foods recalls some jalapeño products over salmonella risk
Certain salsas, guacamole, pico de gallo and prepared jalapeño products at Whole Foods are among the products recalled over possible salmonella risk.
Maps and charts show record number of measles cases in U.S. this year
CBS News has been tracking a record number of measles cases and outbreaks around the country. The majority of cases are among those who haven't been vaccinated.
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BBC asks court to subpoena Trump family members for defamation defense
After failing to deliver subpoenas itself, the BBC has asked a Florida court to compel three of President Trump's family members to testify over the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol.
Thousands waiting for help as Indonesia earthquake death toll nears 70
Thousands of people are still waiting for aid on Indonesia's Flores island days after a powerful earthquake killed at least 68 people.
U.K. prime minister messages with impersonator of top Trump staffer
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham exchanged messaged with someone pretending to be White House chief of staff Susie Wiles.
U.S. tourist reportedly killed by lightning strike on Italy's Mount Etna
An American man hiking up Italy's active Mount Etna volcano was killed by a lightning strike, the national news agency ANSA reports.
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Trump threatens Oman, Iran war in stalemate as 60-day talks window ends
The 60-day deadline for the U.S. and Iran to negotiate a peace deal and reopen the Strait of Hormuz is expiring, with no agreement in sight.
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Hayden Panettiere dies at 36
Actress Hayden Panettiere, known for her roles in "Remember the Titans" and "Heroes," has died at 36, her publicist confirmed. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn reports.
Hayden Panettiere dies at 36
Actor Hayden Panettiere has died at the age of 36, her father confirmed in a statement. The star was known for her roles in "Heroes" and "Nashville." Gayle King has a look at her life and career.
Hayden Panettiere, known for "Heroes" and "Remember the Titans," dies at 36
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the sci-fi series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36.
Movie theaters boom amid studio hits
The box office has been booming in 2026, with five blockbuster hits making over $1 billion. Mark Strassmann has more details from Los Angeles.
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States crack down on misleading home listings
More home listings are using AI to add furniture, repaint walls, spruce up landscaping and even add windows. But when does virtual staging cross the line into deception or even fraud? CBS News' Evyn Moon explores.
The iNaturalist app – Mixing science with fun
The iNaturalist cellphone app not only helps users identify plant, animal and insect species; it also provides invaluable data to scientists studying biodiversity, species decline, and habitat loss. It also provides opportunities for fun: David Pogue joins iNaturalist fan Martha Stewart in a "bioblitz" – a timed competition with other users to spot and ID species. (Originally broadcast March 22, 2026.)
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
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Views of the total solar eclipse in Europe
A total solar eclipse was visible in parts of Europe for the first time since 1912. Rob Marciano reports.
Europe sees total solar eclipse
A total solar eclipse turned day into night across a slice of Europe and North America on Wednesday, and put millions in unique contact with the heavens above. Meteorologist Rob Marciano reports from Spain.
Astronomy professor on how eclipses work
Janna Levin, professor of physics and astronomy at Barnard College, joins CBS News to discuss Wednesday's total solar eclipse.
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Dr. Steven Milner, a well-respected Oregon veterinarian, was accused of stalking and disguising himself before murdering Kenny Fandrich — the husband of a former employee. Security cameras played a key role in how detectives pieced the case together.
Violent crime down in big cities
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5 hurt in Virginia State University shooting
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Mozart statuettes snatched in classical caper
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Perseid meteor shower reaches peak viewing on Wednesday night
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