Mississippi GOP candidate wants to change flag
The current state flag of Mississippi features the Confederate battle flag
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How a Confederate flag tore a neighborhood apart, before it came together
When Annie Caddell moved into a South Carolina neighborhood seven years ago, she put up a Confederate flag, sparking tension with her neighbors
Change of heart brings down confederate flag, brings community together
When Annie Caddell moved into her neighborhood, tensions started to rise with her neighbors, until her life took an unexpected turn
Holocaust denier likely to be GOP nominee for Congress
Arthur Jones is the only Republican candidate in the March 20 primary for the 3rd Congressional District
Kid Rock responds to protests against his concerts
The musician says the backlash is politically motivated
After Charlottesville, Confederate flags are a hot item
As debate rages over Civil War monuments, one flag maker says demand for the controversial emblem are surging
Boston "free speech" rally ends after counter-protesters take to streets
Left-leaning demonstrators came out in droves ahead of a conservative rally on Boston Common that ended early
Meet the Southern, African American artist who paints the Confederate flag
"I make it a tattered and worn relic of the past that should be in a museum and yet we see it flying around as if the war is going on," Leo Twiggs said
Pol known for Confederate flag stand to plead guilty in attack on wife
Republican was just elected to 2nd term when authorities say he attacked wife in argument over his infidelity
Man takes Confederate flag fight to Supreme Court
Mississippi man taking his case against state's Confederate-themed flag to U.S. Supreme Court
North Carolina school board votes on banning Confederate flag
Latarndra Strong, co-founder of the Hate Free Schools Coalition, was shocked to see Confederate flags at her daughter’s school
Man goes airborne trying to snatch protester's Confederate flag
South Carolina Black Lives Matter organizer arrested after he tried to seize large Confederate battle flag
Calif. teacher suspended after reports of Confederate flag in classroom
The school district said the flag and the teacher were both removed from the classroom, and the school board will discuss the allegations at an upcoming meeting
Cops: Lawmaker known for Confederate flag stand beat wife
South Carolina state Rep. Chris Corley has been charged with a pair of felonies that could send him to prison for up to 15 years
Michigan police officer suspended for driving with Confederate flag resigns
Anti-Trump protesters said a Michigan police officer showed up to their rally with the flag on his truck, revved his engine, and drank a beer
Ohio cop who shot black man wore Confederate flag shirt
The T-shirt, which Ray Tensing wore under his uniform, was entered into evidence Friday in his trial for the fatal shooting of motorist Sam DuBose
Ole Miss chancellor more strongly condemns lynching comment
Dozens of students occupied the University of Mississippi's Lyceum building Friday to protest the university's inital response
Ex-Confederate flag advocates on how hearts change
"I came to understand," said one white Southerner who descended from Confederate veterans
Confederate flag reappearance sparks protests in S.C.
Flag flew again outside the South Carolina Statehouse -- temporarily -- during a rally that drew both supporters and protesters
Removal of Confederate symbols turns ugly in New Orleans
Backlash against plan to remove monuments tinged by death threats, intimidation and possibly the torching of a Lamborghini
MLK rally turns celebratory after Confederate Flag drama
For 30 years in South Carolina, civil rights leaders have spent holiday honoring Dr. King calling for removal of racist symbol, but not now
New Orleans votes to remove Confederate monuments
After months of heated debate, city council votes 6-1 to take down monuments, including a towering statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee
New Orleans considers removing Confederate monuments
City has estimated it will cost $144,000 to remove the monuments; and says anonymous donor will pay cost
Democratic 2016 candidates call for removal of Confederate flag from Citadel
She was responding to the suspension of eight cadets who wore white pillowcases over their heads, similar to Ku Klux Klan robes
S.C. lawmaker sends Confederate flag Christmas card
State Rep. Chris Corley accuses Republican colleagues of "sins such as betrayal" for allowing removal of controversial banner from Statehouse
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Trump and Iran issue fresh warnings as standoff continues
As Trump warns Iran to "get smart soon" and make a deal to end the war, an Iranian lawmaker vows Tehran will "never relinquish its control over the Strait of Hormuz."
Blanche denies that Trump directed Comey prosecution: "Of course not"
A grand jury on Tuesday issued the indictment against Comey, alleging that an Instagram post that said "86 47" in seashells was a threat to assassinate Mr. Trump.
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How a company likened to a sex cult is lobbying Trump for pardons
OneTaste, a company in San Francisco that prosecutors likened to a sex cult, has embarked on a campaign to court allies of President Trump as it seeks pardons for its two convicted leaders, CBS News has learned.
King Charles toasts U.S.-U.K. alliance in state dinner, after rare address to Congress
King Charles attended a state dinner at the White House, after speaking about what he called the "truly unique" relationship between the U.K. and the U.S.
Supreme Court hears arguments over deportation protections for Syrians, Haitians
The Supreme Court is weighing the Trump administration's attempt to rescind Temporary Protected Status for 6,000 Syrian and 350,000 Haitian immigrants.
London mayor laments "shocking antisemitic attacks" as 2 hurt in stabbing
London's mayor says police will increase patrols after an "appalling attack on two Jewish Londoners," amid a "series of shocking antisemitic attacks" in the city.
College students' killings latest case to rely on ChatGPT as evidence
OpenAI boss Sam Altman recently apologized after a teen who went on to kill eight people was banned from ChatGPT for violent activities but police were never alerted.
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Trump administration mandates enhanced security checks for immigration applicants
The Trump administration is subjecting broad categories of immigrants applying for green cards and citizenship to enhanced FBI checks, and is pausing some cases while those changes are implemented, according to documents obtained by CBS News.
FCC orders Disney to file for early license renewal after Kimmel clash
The regulatory agency issued the order after President Trump and first lady Melania Trump urged ABC to fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel.
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Senate committee set to vote on Kevin Warsh's nomination for Fed chair
Senate panel expected on Wednesday to approve Kevin Warsh's nomination to succeed Jerome Powell as Federal Reserve chief.
Supreme Court hears arguments over deportation protections for Syrians, Haitians
The Supreme Court is weighing the Trump administration's attempt to rescind Temporary Protected Status for 6,000 Syrian and 350,000 Haitian immigrants.
College students' killings latest case to rely on ChatGPT as evidence
OpenAI boss Sam Altman recently apologized after a teen who went on to kill eight people was banned from ChatGPT for violent activities but police were never alerted.
Search ends for missing crew of U.S. ship that overturned in typhoon
Six people were aboard the 145-foot ship, called the Mariana. Divers recovered one crew member's body from the overturned ship.
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How a company likened to a sex cult is lobbying Trump for pardons
OneTaste, a company in San Francisco that prosecutors likened to a sex cult, has embarked on a campaign to court allies of President Trump as it seeks pardons for its two convicted leaders, CBS News has learned.
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Senate committee set to vote on Kevin Warsh's nomination for Fed chair
Senate panel expected on Wednesday to approve Kevin Warsh's nomination to succeed Jerome Powell as Federal Reserve chief.
Man takes sister's exhumed body to bank in bid to get to her money
An Indian man dug up his sister's body and carried it to a bank branch to prove she was dead after being refused access to her account without a death certificate, the lender says.
Feds have rejected 15% of businesses' tariff refund claims
But after some early hiccups, the U.S. government's hub for businesses seeking tariff refunds is running smoothly, an expert says.
FCC orders Disney to file for early license renewal after Kimmel clash
The regulatory agency issued the order after President Trump and first lady Melania Trump urged ABC to fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel.
American Airlines tightens rules for portable chargers amid fire concerns
American Airlines is imposing new rules on portable chargers that passengers can bring on flights. Here's what to know.
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Senate committee set to vote on Kevin Warsh's nomination for Fed chair
Senate panel expected on Wednesday to approve Kevin Warsh's nomination to succeed Jerome Powell as Federal Reserve chief.
Blanche denies that Trump directed Comey prosecution: "Of course not"
A grand jury on Tuesday issued the indictment against Comey, alleging that an Instagram post that said "86 47" in seashells was a threat to assassinate Mr. Trump.
Supreme Court hears arguments over deportation protections for Syrians, Haitians
The Supreme Court is weighing the Trump administration's attempt to rescind Temporary Protected Status for 6,000 Syrian and 350,000 Haitian immigrants.
U.S. envoy in Ukraine to step down, but officials say no dispute with Trump
Acting U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Julie Davis is stepping down, but officials deny reports that it follows disagreements with President Trump
Renewal of controversial FISA program in limbo ahead of Thursday deadline
Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act is set to expire in two days.
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Beyond crisis lines: How broader suicide prevention helps people in need
A new approach to suicide prevention shifts the focus from stopping harm in moments of crisis to upstream policies that give people reasons to live.
Big companies position themselves for payday from $50B federal rural health fund
A $50 billion federal fund is supposed to modernize rural healthcare. But community clinics and advocates fear that the contractors administering the money for states will bite off a big chunk before it reaches patients.
A 13-year-old's kidney was failing. Then a stranger stepped in.
Tim Fitzpatrick, a father of a chronically ill child, saw the story of a boy in need of a new kidney and felt compelled to help.
Ben Sasse is on extended time. He credits "providence, prayer and a miracle drug."
The former U.S. senator from Nebraska opened up about his terminal diagnosis, his family and the state of American politics in a "Things That Matter" town hall.
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Johnson & Johnson to launch on TrumpRx with 4 of its prescription drugs
Drug-making giant Johnson & Johnson will officially start marketing four of its medications on the Trump administration's TrumpRx website on Friday, CBS News exclusively learned.
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U.S. captures alleged drug kingpin with $10 million bounty on his head
Eugenio Molina-Lopez is accused of heading up a gang that allegedly trafficked U.S.-bound cocaine from South America to Mexican cartels.
U.S. envoy in Ukraine to step down, but officials say no dispute with Trump
Acting U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Julie Davis is stepping down, but officials deny reports that it follows disagreements with President Trump
London mayor laments "shocking antisemitic attacks" as 2 hurt in stabbing
London's mayor says police will increase patrols after an "appalling attack on two Jewish Londoners," amid a "series of shocking antisemitic attacks" in the city.
Tourist dies after being bitten at snake-charming show in Egypt
A snake, reported to be a cobra, crawled into the victim's pants and bit him as he watched a show, police said.
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Trump and Iran issue fresh warnings as standoff continues
As Trump warns Iran to "get smart soon" and make a deal to end the war, an Iranian lawmaker vows Tehran will "never relinquish its control over the Strait of Hormuz."
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Reshaping the conversation about aging
Constance Zimmer, who co-hosts the podcast "Talk 50 to Me," talks about reframing the conversation among women about aging. The podcast features interviews with women in their 50s, talking about the realities of midlife.
FCC orders review of ABC broadcast licenses
The FCC has ordered an early review of the broadcast licenses for eight local stations owned by ABC. The move comes after President Trump and first lady Melania Trump demanded ABC fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel. Ed O'Keefe reports.
FCC reviewing ABC licenses amid Kimmel feud
The Federal Communications Commission says it wants the Walt Disney Company to file for early license renewal for its television stations. The announcement comes one day after President Trump and the first lady called on ABC to fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel. CBS News legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe joins with analysis.
FCC reviewing Disney licenses over DEI practices
One day after President Trump called on ABC to fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, the FCC said it will begin reviewing eight broadcasting licenses owned or managed by Disney due to the company's diversity policies. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has the latest.
Justin Hartley gives "Tracker" preview
"Tracker" star Justin Hartley reveals how he feels about the upcoming finale of the third season of the show. He also discusses his wife making appearances in the series and the best advice he's received in the industry.
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Legal battle between Elon Musk and Sam Altman
Elon Musk took the stand Tuesday in a trial against fellow billionaire Sam Altman that could change the future of AI. Musk accused the OpenAI co-founder of lying and stealing, adding that he has "extreme concerns" about AI and who controls it.
College students' killings latest case to rely on ChatGPT as evidence
OpenAI boss Sam Altman recently apologized after a teen who went on to kill eight people was banned from ChatGPT for violent activities but police were never alerted.
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.
Elon Musk testifies in OpenAI trial
Opening statements began on Tuesday in Tesla CEO Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI co-founder Sam Altman. Maxwell Zeff, senior writer at Wired, joins with more.
Jury selection begins in Musk-Altman legal battle
Jury selection began Monday in the legal battle between tech leaders Elon Musk and Sam Altman. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent has the latest.
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Trump administration fires board overseeing National Science Foundation
The Trump administration has fired all 22 current members of an independent board that oversees the National Science Foundation, one dismissed member says.
AI used to reveal face of victim fleeing Mount Vesuvius eruption
Archaeologists found the victim holding a terracotta mortar, which they interpret as an improvised attempt to shield his head.
In a first, endangered orangutan seen using canopy bridge to cross road
Rapid development has been shrinking the jungle habitat of the critically endangered species, and fatal conflicts with people have been increasing.
Saving the Venus fly trap
The carnivorous Venus fly trap is native to the Carolinas, but its population is dwindling due to loss of habitat. Correspondent Seth Doane talks with botanist Julie Moore, who has spent much of her life helping to save these remarkable plants; and with Damon Waitt, director of the North Carolina Botanical Garden, who discusses the unusual traits of a species that Charles Darwin called the most interesting plant in the world.
From 1990: NASA launches Hubble Telescope
On April 24, 1990, NASA launched the Hubble Space Telescope from the Space Shuttle Discovery after seven years of delays. Watch CBS News' coverage from that day.
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James Comey reacts to second indictment
Former FBI Director James Comey is facing a second Justice Department indictment. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
U.S. captures alleged drug kingpin with $10 million bounty on his head
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College students' killings latest case to rely on ChatGPT as evidence
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London mayor laments "shocking antisemitic attacks" as 2 hurt in stabbing
London's mayor says police will increase patrols after an "appalling attack on two Jewish Londoners," amid a "series of shocking antisemitic attacks" in the city.
Correspondents' dinner suspect's devices probed
The man accused of trying to assassinate President Trump at the White House Correspondents' Dinner over the weekend is set to be back in court on Thursday. Nicole Sganga reports.
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Mars rover carries out chemistry experiment never done beyond Earth
"This experiment's never been run before on another world," said Amy Williams, an astrobiologist working on the Curiosity mission.
Blue Origin New Glenn rocket puts satellite payload into wrong orbit
The launching appeared to go off without a hitch, but a problem prevented the rocket's upper stage from putting its payload into the correct orbit.
Artemis II crew on historic moon mission and what it means for Earth
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Artemis II astronauts still awed by moonshot experience: "It was otherworldly"
The four Artemis II astronauts struggled to describe the view and overall experience of flying around the moon's far side and witnessing a solar eclipse in deep space.
"God of chaos" asteroid will pass close to Earth in 3 years, NASA says
People on the ground in the Eastern Hemisphere will be able to observe the asteroid with their own eyes, weather permitting, according to NASA.
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Constance Zimmer, who co-hosts the podcast "Talk 50 to Me," talks about reframing the conversation among women about aging. The podcast features interviews with women in their 50s, talking about the realities of midlife.
Trump renews threats against Iran
President Trump renewed his threats against Iran and claimed it's in a state of collapse. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
FCC orders review of ABC broadcast licenses
The FCC has ordered an early review of the broadcast licenses for eight local stations owned by ABC. The move comes after President Trump and first lady Melania Trump demanded ABC fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel. Ed O'Keefe reports.
Key highlights from King Charles' D.C. visit
King Charles III addressed Congress and attended a state dinner hosted by President Trump and first lady Melania Trump in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday. CBS News contributor Roya Nikkhah has more.
Takeaways from King Charles' visit to U.S.
CBS News royal contributor Roya Nikkhah joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the significance of King Charles and Queen Camilla's visit to the U.S. as they head to New York City on Wednesday and its core mission. The king on Tuesday addressed Congress and met with President Trump amid strained relations between the U.S. and U.K.