Judge's ruling allows for longer sentence for Derek Chauvin
A judge found the ex-cop treated Floyd with "particular cruelty" when he knelt on his neck for more than nine minutes.
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Federal civil rights charges filed against ex-cops in George Floyd's death
The new charges come as Derek Chauvin awaits sentencing on his murder and manslaughter convictions.
Federal charges for 4 former officers
A federal grand jury has indicted Derek Chauvin and three other former Minneapolis police officers on charges of willfully violating George Floyd's civil rights during the arrest which led to his death. Kirk Burkhalter. a professor of law at New York Law School and former NYPD detective, joins CBSN to discuss the case.
Federal grand jury indicts 4 ex-officers
A federal grand jury in Minnesota has indicted Derek Chauvin, the fired Minneapolis police officer convicted in the death of George Floyd, and three other former officers on civil rights charges. Chauvin is also facing charges in another incident. CBS News chief justice and homeland security correspondent Jeff Pegues joined CBSN with more.
Civil rights charges in George Floyd's death
A federal grand jury in Minnesota has indicted Derek Chauvin, the fired Minneapolis officer convicted in the death of George Floyd, and three other former officers on civil rights charges. CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers has more on the breaking news.
Ben Crump "optimistic" about police reform
Democrats and Republicans on Capitol Hill are negotiating police reform legislation. Civil rights attorney Ben Crump, who recently met with lawmakers along with family members of George Floyd and others, joins CBSN AM to discuss the latest.
Derek Chauvin seeks new trial in George Floyd case
The filing comes just weeks after a jury convicted Chauvin of unintentional second-degree murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter.
Derek Chauvin lawyer files motion for new trial
Derek Chauvin's lawyer has filed a motion for a new trial in the murder of George Floyd.
Derek Chauvin's prosecutors speak to 60 Minutes
Scott Pelley speaks with Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison and the prosecutorial team that convicted Derek Chauvin for the murder of George Floyd.
Police reform in the wake of Chauvin verdict
Derek Chauvin's murder trial has magnified the debate over prosecuting police officers. Adam Serwer, a staff writer at The Atlantic, joins CBSN to discuss the obstacles to and debate over police reform.
Emotional testimony in day 3 of Chauvin trial
As testimony continues in the Derek Chauvin murder trial, witnesses have expressed disbelief and guilt over the death of George Floyd. During his testimony, one witness broke down in tears as he watched and recounted his interaction with Floyd as he was pinned to the ground in bodycam footage. Jamie Yuccas has been following the case and has the details.
George Floyd remembered at Easter service
Easter Sunday is supposed to have a message of redemption, but the mood is heavy amongst churchgoers near the site of George Floyd's death. The murder trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin enters its second week as the city's residents reflect on what justice means for them. Jamie Yuccas has the details.
Chauvin defense says Floyd admitted drug use
The defense attorney for former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin may have planted a seed of doubt in jurors' minds as prosecutors present their case. The state is trying to prove that George Floyd died from Chauvin's knee on his neck, while the defense says Floyd's death was due to his drug use. Jamie Yuccas reports.
Defense casts doubt on Floyd's cause of death
In the Derek Chauvin trial, a forensics expert testified on behalf of the defense to cast doubt over what killed George Floyd. Dr. David Fowler says carbon monoxide poisoning is one of several factors that contributed to Floyd's death. Jamie Yuccas is following the trial in Minneapolis.
Chauvin verdict brings a moment of accountability
George Floyd's death sparked a reckoning over race and injustice in America. While there is still a long way to go, the guilty verdict in Derek Chauvin's trial brought a measure of justice that many believe has been long delayed. Norah O'Donnell reflects on the last year.
Lieutenant: Chauvin did not use authorized restraint
Witness testimony continues in Derek Chauvin's murder trial for the death of George Floyd, with testimony from police department training officials. Binny Miller, a law professor and co-director of the Criminal Justice Clinic at American University Washington College of Law, joins CBSN with analysis of the trial so far.
Expert testifies Chauvin used too much force
Family members of George Floyd continue to hope for justice as nine current or former Minneapolis police officers and several other experts have testified against Derek Chauvin in his murder trial. Jamie Yuccas reports
Derek Chauvin trial: Witnesses testify on Day 12
The state of Minnesota has rested its case against Derek Chauvin in his murder trial in the George Floyd case. Now, the defense has begun to call its witnesses. Judith Browne Dianis of the Advancement Project joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero with her analysis.
George Floyd's brother testifies at trial
George Floyd's brother Philonise took the stand at the murder trial of Derek Chauvin. He shared stories with jurors about growing up with his big brother. Jamie Yuccas has the emotional testimony.
Derek Chauvin's attorneys rest their case
Security is ramping up in Minneapolis as the Derek Chauvin trial for the death of George Floyd heads into closing arguments on Monday. Chauvin decided not to testify and the defense rested its case. Jamie Yuccas is following the trial.
Chauvin trial: Defense use-of-force expert testifies
Derek Chauvin's defense lawyer called a use-of-force expert on Tuesday who testified that the former Minneapolis police officer's actions while arresting George Floyd were reasonable. Attorney Jesse Weber joins CBSN AM with legal analysis of the latest testimony.
Preview of closing arguments in Chauvin trial
CBS News legal contributor and civil rights attorney Alexis Hoag discusses what to expect from the prosecution and defense as closing arguments begin Monday in the Derek Chauvin trial.
Closing arguments begin in Chauvin trial
National Guard troops are deployed throughout Minneapolis, working alongside state and city police officers. The jury will need to come to decisions on the three counts Derek Chauvin is facing in the death of George Floyd - second-degree unintentional murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter. Jamie Yuccas reports.
Closing arguments to begin in Chauvin trial
After two weeks of testimony, closing arguments in the Derek Chauvin trial will begin on Monday. The final stages of the trial come as demonstrators protest the police killings of Daunte Wright and Adam Toledo. CBSN legal analyst Jessica Levinson explains what the consequences of an acquittal or guilty verdict could be.
Derek Chauvin found guilty on all charges
Derek Chauvin was led out of the courtroom in handcuffs after the jury found him guilty of unintentional second-degree murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter. The family of George Floyd applauded the verdict but said this is only the first step in the right direction. Jamie Yuccas has been following the trial since the beginning.
China's Xi warns Trump about "conflicts" if Taiwan isn't "handled properly"
President Trump is in Beijing meeting with China's President Xi Jinping, with the two leaders aiming to stabilize their trading relationship after last year's trade war.
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Hero pilot recounts crash landing in Atlantic Ocean
Ian Nixon, a veteran pilot from the Bahamas, put the plane he was flying down in the ocean without anyone suffering serious injuries.
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Trump and Xi agree Strait of Hormuz "must remain open"
President Trump and China's Xi Jinping met in Beijing on Thursday, while Israel and Lebanon are set to resume peace talks in Washington.
South Carolina governor expected to call special session on redistricting
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Why Taiwan is a major flashpoint between the U.S. and China
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Body of second U.S. soldier who went missing in Morocco recovered
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Trump demands Medicaid data for deportation. Some states go further.
Several states have required their health agencies to take on another job: verifying immigration status among Medicaid recipients and reporting them to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Kouri Richins sentenced in husband's fentanyl-laced cocktail murder
Utah mom Kouri Richins was sentenced to life without the possibility of parole on Wednesday, after a jury convicted her of murder and other charges in her husband's 2022 death.
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Workers are getting paid to teach AI how to do their jobs
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Denise Powell projected to win Democratic primary in key Nebraska district
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Jury awards $49.5 million to Boeing 737 MAX crash victim's family
A jury in Chicago awarded $49.5 million in damages Wednesday to the family of a 24-year-old American who perished in a 2019 Boeing 737 MAX crash.
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Musk flew to China near end of OpenAI trial, after judge warned he could be recalled
Elon Musk arrived in Beijing on Wednesday, as his $150 billion lawsuit against OpenAI's Sam Altman played out. But a judge told Musk last month he may be recalled to a California courtroom for further testimony at the request of OpenAI lawyers.
AI is fabricating citations in biomedical studies, researchers find
"Your doctor could be making decisions around treatment based on studies that never existed," one expert said.
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South Carolina governor expected to call special session on redistricting
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Trump and Xi agree Strait of Hormuz "must remain open"
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Trump demands Medicaid data for deportation. Some states go further.
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China's Xi warns Trump about "conflicts" if Taiwan isn't "handled properly"
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Musk flew to China near end of OpenAI trial, after judge warned he could be recalled
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Trump demands Medicaid data for deportation. Some states go further.
Several states have required their health agencies to take on another job: verifying immigration status among Medicaid recipients and reporting them to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
No Americans showing hantavirus symptoms
Jake Rosmarin is one of the 16 Americans at the University of Nebraska Medical Center being monitored for signs of hantavirus. Ian Lee spoke with him and has more details.
AI is fabricating citations in biomedical studies, researchers find
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New Yorker describes hantavirus quarantine experience after cruise ship outbreak
A New York native is among 16 American passengers who are quarantining in Nebraska after being on the cruise ship that is at the center of the deadly hantavirus outbreak.
Overdose deaths fall for 3rd straight year, CDC data shows
This marks the longest decline in overdose deaths in decades, according to preliminary government data.
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Sailors from doomed 1845 polar expedition identified through DNA
The identification of the remains also resolved a decades-long debate about the worst disaster in the history of British polar exploration.
Jury awards $49.5 million to Boeing 737 MAX crash victim's family
A jury in Chicago awarded $49.5 million in damages Wednesday to the family of a 24-year-old American who perished in a 2019 Boeing 737 MAX crash.
Rare blue-green diamond sells for record $17.3 million at auction
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Trump and Xi agree Strait of Hormuz "must remain open"
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China's Xi warns Trump about "conflicts" if Taiwan isn't "handled properly"
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National Recording Registry adds Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Ray Charles, more
The Library of Congress revealed this year's list of 25 recordings to be preserved for future generations on the National Recording Registry.
Troubling trend for touring musicians
Major musicians from Post Malone to Meghan Trainor have recently struggled to sell out stadiums and arenas for their tours. It's a troubling trend being called "blue dot fever" and has led to entertainers canceling some or all of their shows. Ash-har Quraishi reports.
Geena Davis talks new series "The Boroughs"
Actor Geena Davis talks about starring in the new series "The Boroughs," if there are parallels between herself and the character she plays, and why she's drawn to supernatural projects. She also addresses representation in the entertainment industry.
"Top Gun" celebrates 40 years
The action movie "Top Gun," starring Tom Cruise, was released 40 years ago. To celebrate its anniversary, the film and its sequel, "Top Gun: Maverick," are returning to AMC theaters nationwide for one week. Vladimir Duthiers reports.
Stars of "Dutton Ranch" on reprising roles
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Workers are getting paid to teach AI how to do their jobs
AI companies are recruiting a wide range of temp workers, from writers to wine enthusiasts, for hourly-paid gigs to help train their language models.
China's most critical issue: Taiwan
Chinese President Xi Jinping has called Taiwan "the most important issue" between his country and the U.S. About 10% of the population in Taiwan wants to reunify with mainland China, and there are real fears that it will fall under communist control. Tony Dokoupil and Anna Coren break down its importance to China and the U.S.
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.
Companies hiring humans to train AI platforms
AI training is an emerging job market where those with specialized skills are paid to train bots to be more accurate and human-like in their responses. The CBS News MoneyWatch team spoke with multiple hiring platforms that pair human experts with AI training jobs. Megan Cerullo has more.
How AI is changing travel
Almost every industry worldwide is integrating artificial intelligence into its operations, and the airline industry is no different. Booking.com CEO Glenn Fogel joins "The Takeout" to discuss AI's impact on travel.
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Emperor penguins in focus as Antarctica talks start in Japan
Greater protections for endangered emperor penguins and how to manage growing tourism are topping the agenda at talks on Antarctica in Japan.
What's in the released UFO files?
The Pentagon released UFO documents on Friday, with President Trump telling the public to "have fun" deciding for itself what is going on. Carter Evans reports.
Trump: UFO files released for transparency
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said it's time for the American people see it for themselves, as the Pentagon started releasing previously classified documents related to UFOs and UAPs. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has more.
"The Age of Disclosure" director on UFO files
The Pentagon on Friday released and declassified numerous files on UFOs, including eyewitness testimony, photos and reports. Government knowledge of non-human intelligent life was the subject of the documentary "The Age of Disclosure," released in February. Its director and producer, Dan Farah, joins CBS News to discuss.
Pentagon begins releasing UFO files: "It's time the American people see"
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Huge twist in Alex Murdaugh case
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Feds arrest tourist accused of hurling rock at endangered seal's head
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Videos show shots fired in Philippine Senate
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Alex Murdaugh to be tried again
Alex Murdaugh's double murder trial drew national attention, but three years later, South Carolina's Supreme Court tossed aside his conviction. Mark Strassmann reports on the new developments.
Why Alex Murdaugh is getting a new trial
Three years after Alex Murdaugh was convicted of killing his wife and son, the South Carolina Supreme Court on Wednesday overturned the verdict and granted Murdaugh a new trial. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman reports.
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NASA spacecraft to fly past Mars on voyage to rare metal asteroid
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
UFO files reveal astronauts saw mysterious objects and lights in 1972
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