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The mass shooting at Emanuel AME Church in Charleston has reignited the debate over whether the Confederate flag should be removed from state property. Republican state Rep. Doug Brannon plans to introduce a bill to remove the flag, which he acknowledges will likely cost him re-election. Adriana Diaz reports.
The FBI is investigating an online manifesto that appears to show the racist views and intentions of Dylann Roof, the suspect in the Charleston church shooting. The site showed Roof in dozens of photos posing with a firearm, the Confederate flag and spitting on the American flag. Jeff Pegues reports.
Both the flags of the United States and state of South Carolina flew at half-mast to honor the nine victims of the Charleston church shooting. Yet the Confederate flag was not lowered. Elaine Quijano reports on the controversy.
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.
When violent rioters stormed the U.S. Capitol on January 6, many could be seen carrying the Confederate flag. Reverend Robert W. Lee IV, the great-great-great-nephew of Confederate general Robert E. Lee, joins CBSN to discuss the flag's legacy, and condemned those who carried it during the deadly Capitol assault.
The assault on the U.S. Capitol has sparked major security concerns about the police response and domestic terrorism. CBS News senior security contributor and former acting director of the CIA Michael Morell says, "There is no doubt in my mind that if those were Black Lives Matter protesters yesterday breaking into the Capitol building there would be dozens and dozens of people dead today." He joins CBSN to discuss.
Mississippi was the last state whose flag contained the confederate battle cross until a House Bill was adopted removing it.
The House is preparing to vote on removing Confederate statues from Capitol buildings, as the country grapples with monuments in local public spaces. Columbia University history professor Stephanie McCurry joined CBSN to discuss how the history of the Confederacy was rewritten over the years to obscure its oppressive and antidemocratic reality.
Trump has insisted that the Confederate flag should be protected under "freedom of speech."
It's estimated that at least 20,000 fans attended NASCAR'S All-Star race at Bristol Motor Speedway in Tennessee. They needed masks to get in but were allowed to take them off once inside.
In an exclusive interview with CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge, President Trump insisted his response to the coronavirus pandemic is working, and he says he wants schools to reopen as scheduled. CBS News' Skyler Henry joined CBSN from the White House with more on that plus the president's visit to Georgia.
In an interview with CBS News' Catherine Herridge, President Trump said he considers flying the Confederate flag a "freedom of speech" issue. Watch more of the interview with the president on the "CBS Evening News" at 6:30 p.m. ET, and on "CBS This Morning" from 7-9 a.m. ET.
NASCAR made a significant change in June when it banned the Confederate flag from flying at the sport's events, two days after driver Bubba Wallace called for its removal. The 26-year-old is NASCAR's only full time Black driver at the top level, and has begun using his platform to call for justice. Michelle Miller spoke with him about his newfound role as an athlete and activist.
Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves on Tuesday signed a bill that will remove the state flag that featured the Confederate battle emblem. A new design will be chosen later. The bill's passage comes after weeks of renewed backlash toward the flag, which many have decried as a symbol of racism and white supremacy.
On Monday the U.S. Supreme Court struck down a Louisiana law that would have effectively shuttered most abortion clinics within the state. Chief Justice John Roberts sided with the court's four liberal justices in the 5-4 decision. Meanwhile in Mississippi, lawmakers voted on Sunday to change the state's flag, which features a Confederate emblem. CBS News reporter Kate Smith joins CBSN with the details.
Governor Tate Reeves said Saturday that he would sign a bill to change the flag if the Legislature passes one.
The 26-year-old driver has embraced an international role in NASCAR's attempt to push past its rocky racial history.
With Magnolia State under pressure to redo its flag, retailing giant says it'll no longer display the banner in outlets.
The NCAA pointed the ruling at Mississippi in their statement on the matter, saying, "Mississippi is the only state currently affected by the Association's policy."
The statement comes amid widespread criticism over the flag, which features the confederate battle emblem.
Five years ago today, nine black parishioners were killed by a white supremacist gunman during a Bible study class at the Emanuel A.M.E. Church in Charleston, South Carolina. The tragedy put a spotlight on issues including racism, the Confederate flag and gun control, which still echo today. CBS News political contributor Antjuan Seawright shares his personal story about the church and race relations.
"The presence of the confederate flag at NASCAR events runs contrary to our commitment to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for all fans, our competitors and our industry," the stock car racing company said.
The flags are being removed "in order to support our core values, ensure unit cohesion and security and preserve good order and discipline," the directive explains.
"Think of it like a white trash 'Save the Date' card," the message said
The homeowner claimed it was a Halloween decoration, but many were skeptical, since it was May
The Justice Department said the process of releasing the Epstein files may take "a few more weeks" due to the volume of materials.
The economy remained on track this year, defying the gloomiest predictions. That doesn't mean Americans are thrilled with how things are going.
The police chief of Bristol Township, Pennsylvania, says the incident response after the nursing home explosion is the largest he's ever seen in 20 years.
Forecasters said Southern California could see its wettest Christmas in years and warned about flash flooding and mudslides, especially in areas scorched by wildfires.
The Justice Department early Tuesday released more than 11,000 additional documents and photos from the Jeffrey Epstein files.
President Trump has overhauled parts of the White House at a sprinter's pace with virtually no oversight, and it appears there is little standing in his way.
Thousands of people traveled from nearby towns and villages to attend Bethlehem's annual Christmas Eve tree lighting ceremony, which was canceled the last two years.
The Department of Homeland Security says it's replacing its longstanding lottery system for H-1B work visas with an approach that prioritizes skilled, higher-paid foreign workers.
NORAD, the North American Aerospace Defense Command, tracks Santa's Christmas Eve flight around the world each year. Follow a live map of the tracker here.
The new tourist tax imposes an 11% tax on the gross fares paid by a cruise ship's passengers to address climate change threats to Hawaii.
The Justice Department said the process of releasing the Epstein files may take "a few more weeks" due to the volume of materials.
Many Americans face soaring costs to heat their homes this winter. Here are some ways to lower your monthly utility bill.
Forecasters said Southern California could see its wettest Christmas in years and warned about flash flooding and mudslides, especially in areas scorched by wildfires.
The police chief of Bristol Township, Pennsylvania, says the incident response after the nursing home explosion is the largest he's ever seen in 20 years.
The new tourist tax imposes an 11% tax on the gross fares paid by a cruise ship's passengers to address climate change threats to Hawaii.
Many Americans face soaring costs to heat their homes this winter. Here are some ways to lower your monthly utility bill.
The economy remained on track this year, defying the gloomiest predictions. That doesn't mean Americans are thrilled with how things are going.
The U.S. Trade Representative said tariffs on Chinese semiconductors, now at zero, are set to increase in June 2027.
The Department of Homeland Security says it's replacing its longstanding lottery system for H-1B work visas with an approach that prioritizes skilled, higher-paid foreign workers.
The Justice Department said the process of releasing the Epstein files may take "a few more weeks" due to the volume of materials.
Trump signed an executive order in March saying it was "no longer in the national interest" for attorney Mark Zaid and others to access classified information.
More say they will probably talk about family or health, rather than politics, as they gather for the holidays.
President Trump said TV broadcast licenses should be revoked if newscasts and late-night shows are almost entirely negative about him and the GOP.
The U.S. Trade Representative said tariffs on Chinese semiconductors, now at zero, are set to increase in June 2027.
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a pill version of the weight-loss drug Wegovy.
A federal judge has approved a preliminary agreement for a class action lawsuit requiring Aetna to cover fertility treatments for same-sex couples as they do with heterosexual couples.
Doctors and scientists say this year's influenza season could be tougher than usual, with a new version of the flu virus, called H3N2, spreading quickly.
#LillyPartner Cancer clinical trials can offer patients access to investigational treatments that can be explored as early as the time of diagnosis. Ovarian cancer survivor Alicia Dellario and Dr. Arjun Balar, senior vice president of global clinical development at Eli Lilly and Company, join "CBS Mornings" to talk about the potential benefits of cancer clinical trials -- and clarify common misconceptions. Visit cancerclinicaltrials.lilly.com for more information. (Sponsored by Eli Lilly and Company)
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates there have been 4.6 million flu cases across the U.S. since the season began. Dr. Amanda Kravitz, a pediatrician at Weill Cornell in New York, explains what to know about rising cases, symptoms to watch for and how to protect your family.
The private jet carrying Libya's Gen. Muhammad Ali Ahmad al-Haddad and four other military officials crashed on Tuesday.
Thousands of people traveled from nearby towns and villages to attend Bethlehem's annual Christmas Eve tree lighting ceremony, which was canceled the last two years.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says a plan to end his country's war with Russia might include the establishment of demilitarized zones between Ukrianian and Russian forces.
Three people, including two police officers, were killed in an explosion in Moscow, Russian investigators said, days after a car bomb killed a high-ranking general not far away.
Maintenance workers secured metal bars over the window thieves used to break into the Louvre in October.
The New York Times movie critic Alissa Wilkinson ranked the top films of 2025. She joins CBS News 24/7 to review this year's list.
The leg lamp in "A Christmas Story" might be one of cinema's most iconic props, and one small town in Oklahoma has a special way to celebrate it. Omar Villafranca reports.
Kiefer Sutherland stars in the new holiday comedy "Tinsel Town," about a washed-up Hollywood actor who lands in a small English town doing a theater production of "Cinderella." He talks about what drew him to the role.
Feeding America's CEO said the organization is "incredibly grateful" for Taylor Swift's large donation.
Actor Mandy Patinkin and writer and director Aram Rappaport are behind the new murder mystery series, "The Artist," which is a work of historical fiction set in the Gilded Age. They speak to "CBS Mornings" about the series and how it got started. Patinkin also reflects on the life of Hollywood icon Rob Reiner.
Instacart says its ending its controversial system of using AI price tests for retailers. Earlier this month, an investigation by Consumer Reports and progressive think tank Groundwork Collaborative found that Instacart's algorithmic pricing charged various prices for the same item from the same store. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Massive tech companies wanting to build more data centers in the U.S. are lobbying for support among Americans, according to a recent report by POLITICO. Gabby Miller joins CBS News with more on her reporting.
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.
Timothy Werth, a tech editor at Mashable, joins "CBS News 24/7" to discuss the best gadgets of 2025.
Instacart had drawn criticism for testing an AI-based system that enabled retailers to charge different prices for the same grocery items.
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
His lawyers argued that Rozier's alleged involvement in the wire fraud and money laundering conspiracies is limited.
A prominent California farmer was arrested in the shooting death of his estranged wife in a remote mountain community in Arizona, authorities said.
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan national, is accused of fatally shooting Army Spc. Sarah Beckstrom and wounding Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe.
California authorities announced Tuesday they have found the body of 9-year-old Melodee Buzzard and arrested her mother for murder. See the full news conference.
A Delaware state trooper was killed Tuesday during a shooting at a Wilmington DMV, the Delaware State Police said. The state's governor confirmed the shooter is also dead.
NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
A German aerospace engineer made history Saturday, becoming the first wheelchair user to go into space when she took a 10-minute trip aboard a Blue Origin rocket.
German engineer Michaela Benthaus is the first person with a significant physical handicap to reach space.
President Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination for NASA administrator in April, before nominating him again in November.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
There have been more than 1,700 flight delays in the U.S. so far Wednesday, according to FlightAware. That's due in part to a major storm hitting the West Coast. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave reports.
More than a dozen staffers have left the conservative think tank the Heritage Foundation for a nonprofit founded by former Vice President Mike Pence, the Wall Street Journal reports. The internal blowup was sparked by foundation president Kevin Roberts defending Tucker Carlson's interview of white nationalist commentator Nick Fuentes.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he has agreed to most of the United States' 20-point plan to end Russia's war with Ukraine, but control of the Donbas region remains a sticking point. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio has the latest.
2025 marks a milestone for a Christmas book that sparked a holiday tradition for millions of families: Elf on the Shelf is 20 years old. The first book about the beloved and sometimes mischievous character was published along with the elf doll in 2005. CBS News' Dave Malkoff has more.
Republican Rep. Thomas Massie and Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna announced late Tuesday that they are bringing inherent contempt charges against Attorney General Pam Bondi over the release of files related to Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Jake Rosen has more details.