Breaking down "reverse discrimination" case
The Supreme Court heard oral arguments in the case of Marlean Ames, a woman who alleges her sexual orientation as a straight person led to discrimination at work. Jessica Levinson explains.
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"Reverse discrimination" case goes to Supreme Court
The Supreme Court heard arguments in the case of a woman who claims she was a victim of reverse discrimination. The key question for the court is whether someone who is not a member of a minority group faces an extra hurdle to prove discrimination. Jan Crawford talked to the woman who brought the case.
Analyzing the "reverse discrimination" case
The Supreme Court heard oral arguments Wednesday for a case that could open the floodgates for reverse discrimination lawsuits. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford breaks it down.
Detroit rapper accuses Lyft driver of weight discrimination
A Detroit rapper is suing rideshare company Lyft after a driver allegedly refused to give her a ride because of her weight.
Florida hotel discriminated against Arab American group, DOJ says
The Florida hotel canceled a summit held by the Arab America Foundation almost a month after the Hamas attack on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023.
Supreme Court hears transgender care arguments
The Supreme Court's conservative majority appears poised to side with Tennessee in a landmark case challenging the state's law banning gender-affirming medical care for transgender youth. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson analyzes the case.
India court warns against "bulldozer justice" allegedly targeting Muslims
India's Supreme Court has warned state authorities that bulldozing illegally constructed homes in an "arbitrary pick and choose" way is an abuse of their powers.
Report finds hate against South Asians rising
A new report published by Stop AAPI Hate shows a recent rise in hate and discrimination against South Asian Americans. The nonprofit organization found that 75% of anti-Asian online threats in August were directed toward South Asians. Manjusha Kulkarni, co-founding partner of Stop AAPI Hate, joins CBS News to dig through the findings.
Vance repeats baseless Haitian migrants claim
Sen. JD Vance, the running mate of former President Donald Trump, wrote on social media that there are reports of undocumented Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio, abducting and eating people's pets. The CBS News Confirmed team has verified this is false, and there are no credible reports of this happening. Rhona Tarrant, executive editor of CBS News Confirmed, joins with the details.
Asian Americans supporting Black Lives Matter
A new generation of Asian Americans has found common ground with Black Lives Matter and the shared experience of discrimination. Nancy Chen reports for “Asian Americans: Battling Bias.”
Marking 10 years since Michael Brown's death
Ten years ago in Ferguson, Missouri, a White police officer shot and killed a young, unarmed Black teenager named Michael Brown. A grand jury decided not to indict the officer and to this day, no one has been charged. A new CBS primetime special is taking a look back at the shooting and its aftermath.
Anti-racism protesters take to U.K. streets
Anti-racism demonstrators took to the streets in the U.K. on Wednesday as a counter-action to days of violent riots from far-right groups. Those groups have been targeting Muslims and immigrants after false rumors spread online that the suspect in a deadly stabbing rampage was an Islamic migrant. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee reports from London.
Supporters say Chinese #MeToo activist sentenced to jail for subversion
Chinese journalist Sophia Huang Xueqin, who spoke out about sexism in state-run newsrooms, reportedly sentenced to 5 years in prison.
Four Tops singer sues Michigan hospital for racial discrimination, says they didn't believe his identity
Alexander Morris, the lead singer of the Four Tops, filed a lawsuit against a Michigan hospital, a nurse and security guard after he was treated like he was mentally ill after he told them he was in the legendary Motown group.
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Bernie Sanders announces presidential run; NYC bans hair discrimination
Colorado is first in nation to pass legislation tackling AI bias
Used by more and more companies, artificial intelligence programs play a pivotal role in hiring, housing and medical decisions for millions of Americans.
South Carolina map case ruling: Key takeaways
The Supreme Court ruled in favor of South Carolina Republicans on Thursday, saying they did not engage in illegal gerrymandering. In a 6-3 vote, the court said challengers failed to prove that race drove the redistricting process. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down the ruling.
Columbia students file civil rights complaint
Negotiations continue between Columbia University and pro-Palestinian student protesters as another deadline for demonstrators to disperse comes and goes. CBS News' Michael George and Lilia Luciano have the latest.
Court overturns West Virginia law banning transgender girls from sports
A federal appeals court overturned West Virginia's law barring transgender girls from girls' sports teams, finding that it violates Title IX.
Feds say California's facial hair ban for prison guards amounts to religious discrimination
The federal government is asking a court to halt California's enforcement of a rule requiring prison guards be clean-shaven, saying it amounts to religious discrimination.
Thailand lawmakers pass landmark LGBTQ marriage equality bill
The amendment to Thailand's civil laws would make the country the first in Southeast Asia to grant equal marriage rights to people of all genders.
Ex-deputies sentenced in racist torture case
A judge on Tuesday sentenced two former Mississippi sheriff's deputies to decades in prison for the racially motivated torture of two Black men. CBS News national correspondent Errol Barnett has the details.
What's next in Texas immigration law saga?
The Supreme Court on Tuesday allowed a controversial Texas immigration law to take effect as a lower court reviews its legality. Known as SB4, the law lets state officials arrest, jail and prosecute migrants suspected of crossing the southern border illegally. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez joins to explain what happens next.
Alito extends pause on Texas immigration law
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito has extended an order that prevents a controversial Texas immigration law from taking effect. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has the latest.
Andrew Tate to face U.K. sex offense allegations, Romania court decides
Andrew Tate has been served a British arrest warrant for sexual offenses he's accused of committing about a decade ago.
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Trump says he is reviewing new Iran peace proposal
President Trump told reporters Saturday he is reviewing a new 14-point peace proposal that was submitted by Iran.
Spirit Airlines shutting down after failed effort at government rescue deal
The budget carrier Spirit Airlines is ceasing operations after failing to land a $500 million bailout from the Trump administration.
Golden Tempo wins 152nd Kentucky Derby, making history for its trainer
Cherie DeVaux became the first woman to train the winner of the opening leg of the Triple Crown.
Drugmaker asks Supreme Court to halt ruling blocking online access to mifepristone
A maker of the widely used abortion pill mifepristone asked the Supreme Court on Saturday to block an appellate court ruling that cut off mail-order access to the drug just a day earlier.
"This is it tonight": Spirit Airlines pilots sign off on final flights
Air traffic control audio records showed the exchanges between controllers and the pilots of some of Spirit Airlines' final flights
Vehicle carrying explosives crashes into Portland athletic club, driver dead
A vehicle carrying explosives crashed through the front entrance of an athletic club in downtown Portland, Oregon. The driver was killed.
Austrian police arrest suspect in connection to rat poison in baby food jars
The Burgenland State Criminal Police Office said the suspect was being questioned, and that no further details would be immediately provided.
Shakira draws 2 million spectators in free concert on Copacabana Beach
The performance followed similar shows by Madonna in 2024 and Lady Gaga last year on one of the world's most iconic waterfronts.
NFL whiff leads to lifesaving diagnosis for sales manager at Kentucky Derby
Attending this year's Kentucky Derby means more for thoroughbred expert Mark Toothaker, who suffered a seizure from laughing at a whiffed NFL field goal attempt that led to a lifesaving diagnosis.
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Stalked woman shot at 14 times by ex-boyfriend during horrific 911 call
Gloria Choi and her friends called Lakewood, Washington, 911 four times in 48 hours to report her being stalked by an ex-boyfriend. Two days later, he ran her off the road and riddled her truck with bullets as she was on the line with a 911 dispatcher.
Golden Tempo wins 152nd Kentucky Derby, making history for its trainer
Cherie DeVaux became the first woman to train the winner of the opening leg of the Triple Crown.
Kentucky Derby brings eye-catching looks, from statement hats to standout suits
Held every spring in Louisville, Kentucky, the event is also known for its over-the-top hats and vibrant suits and dresses.
Vehicle carrying explosives crashes into Portland athletic club, driver dead
A vehicle carrying explosives crashed through the front entrance of an athletic club in downtown Portland, Oregon. The driver was killed.
"This is it tonight": Spirit Airlines pilots sign off on final flights
Air traffic control audio records showed the exchanges between controllers and the pilots of some of Spirit Airlines' final flights
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Berkshire Hathaway has 1st annual meeting without Warren Buffett
The company's first-quarter profit more than doubled as the value of its investments grew and most of its businesses improved.
Spirit Airlines shutting down after failed effort at government rescue deal
The budget carrier Spirit Airlines is ceasing operations after failing to land a $500 million bailout from the Trump administration.
Pickleball Inc. $225 million deal creates new home for sport
The deal merged Major League Pickleball and the Carvana PPA Tour, two of the nascent sport's most active entities, under one company, Pickleball Inc.
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Ford CEO says company is focusing on making vehicles more affordable
Ford CEO Jim Farley tells CBS News, "Most of our new models are going to be more affordable versions."
What will a Spirit Airlines shutdown mean for travelers?
Have tickets to fly on Spirit? Here's what to know about refunds and alternative flights as the budget airline ceases operations.
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Tennessee, Alabama take steps to redraw House maps in wake of Supreme Court ruling
The Republican governors of Tennessee and Alabama called state lawmakers into special sessions on Friday, initial steps in what could be a scramble to redraw congressional maps after the Supreme Court narrowed the Voting Rights Act.
Trump tightens U.S. sanctions on Cuba, signaling a warning to the island, expert says
The new measures increase pressure on foreign financial institutions by threatening their access to U.S. markets if they continue to work with Cuban government entities.
Judge rebukes prosecutors in hearing for accused correspondents' dinner gunman
A federal judge scolded prosecutors for pushing to move forward with detention proceedings for accused correspondents' dinner gunman Cole Allen, even though Allen agreed to remain in custody.
Trump administration to cut 5,000 U.S. troops from Germany
President Trump said earlier this week he was reviewing the possible reduction of troops in Germany, which hosts more than 35,000 U.S. service members.
Judge blocks Trump from ending deportation protections for Yemenis
A federal judge on Friday blocked the Trump administration from revoking legal protections for more than 2,800 Yemeni nationals.
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Football practice was leaving a teen fatigued. A rare cancer was to blame.
Cameron Rider's fatigue, body aches and fever were diagnosed as pneumonia, but he couldn't seem to get better.
Drugmaker asks Supreme Court to halt ruling blocking online access to mifepristone
A maker of the widely used abortion pill mifepristone asked the Supreme Court on Saturday to block an appellate court ruling that cut off mail-order access to the drug just a day earlier.
FDA expands access to drug helping pancreatic cancer patients
Former Sen. Ben Sasse, 54, called daraxonrasib "a miracle drug" that was allowing him to live longer and with less pain.
Nebraska becomes first U.S. state to enact Medicaid work requirements
The "big beautiful bill" requires U.S. states to add work requirements to Medicaid by January 2027. Experts warn millions could lose health coverage.
Delays in visa program threaten placement of hundreds of doctors in underserved areas
Hundreds of foreign doctors about to complete training in the U.S. will have to leave the country if the federal government doesn't rapidly process their visa waiver applications, immigration attorneys say.
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Austrian police arrest suspect in connection to rat poison in baby food jars
The Burgenland State Criminal Police Office said the suspect was being questioned, and that no further details would be immediately provided.
Shakira draws 2 million spectators in free concert on Copacabana Beach
The performance followed similar shows by Madonna in 2024 and Lady Gaga last year on one of the world's most iconic waterfronts.
Mexican governor accused by U.S. of drug trafficking temporarily steps down
The U.S. accuses Sinaloa Gov. Ruben Rocha Moya of working with cartels to distribute "massive quantities" of narcotics to the United States.
Starmer urges action at some Gaza protests after antisemitic attacks
Keir Starmer said he would always defend the right to protest, but that there may be instances where some marches should be banned.
Trump administration to cut 5,000 U.S. troops from Germany
President Trump said earlier this week he was reviewing the possible reduction of troops in Germany, which hosts more than 35,000 U.S. service members.
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Shakira draws 2 million spectators in free concert on Copacabana Beach
The performance followed similar shows by Madonna in 2024 and Lady Gaga last year on one of the world's most iconic waterfronts.
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Spirit Airlines announced it will cease operations after failing to secure a federal bailout. Meanwhile, President Trump rejected Iran's latest peace proposal.
NFL whiff leads to lifesaving diagnosis for sales manager at Kentucky Derby
Attending this year's Kentucky Derby meant more for thoroughbred expert Mark Toothaker, who suffered a seizure from laughing at a whiffed NFL field goal attempt that led to a lifesaving diagnosis.
Andy Serkis on "Animal Farm"
Andy Serkis, the iconic voice of Gollum in "Lord of the Rings," speaks with "CBS Saturday Morning" about his latest project, an animated version of George Orwell's "Animal Farm."
Manish Malhotra on his design journey
Indian fashion designer Manish Malhotra is no stranger to American red carpets, counting Beyoncé, the Kardashians and Rihanna as clients. Malhotra spoke with "CBS Saturday Morning" about his start as a Bollywood costume designer ahead of Monday's Met Gala.
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Reducing data center impact on U.S. power grid
Powerful artificial intelligence data centers are putting a significant strain on the nation's power grid, but one U.S.-based company has a proposal to help solve the issue. Jon Parella, CEO and founder of Terraflow Energy, joins to discuss.
Apple's latest earnings beat expectations
Apple's latest earnings report beat Wall Street expectations. CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins with more.
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 concludes testimony in OpenAI trial
Elon Musk's testimony concluded Thursday in his lawsuit against OpenAI. Nicholas Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic and host of "The Most Interesting Thing in AI" podcast, joins "The Takeout" with analysis.
Elon Musk cross-examined in OpenAI trial
Elon Musk was cross-examined in his lawsuit against OpenAI on Thursday. In testimony on Wednesday, he said he was "a fool" for funding OpenAI. He is accusing OpenAI and its CEO, Sam Altman, of betraying him and the public by abandoning its core mission as it transitioned from a nonprofit to a for-profit company. WIRED senior writer Maxwell Zeff joins CBS News to discuss.
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Bill Nye on the Artemis II moon mission
Bill Nye The Science Guy, the chief ambassador of The Planetary Society, joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings with more after meeting the Artemis II crew in person after their successful mission around the moon.
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.
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Stalked woman shot at 14 times by ex-boyfriend during horrific 911 call
Gloria Choi and her friends called Lakewood, Washington, 911 four times in 48 hours to report her being stalked by an ex-boyfriend. Two days later, he ran her off the road and riddled her truck with bullets as she was on the line with a 911 dispatcher.
New video of correspondents' dinner suspect
New video shows the alleged White House Correspondents' Dinner shooter breaching event security after roaming the hotel hallways prior to the dinner.
Starmer urges action at some Gaza protests after antisemitic attacks
Keir Starmer said he would always defend the right to protest, but that there may be instances where some marches should be banned.
3 months since Nancy Guthrie's disappearance
Friday marked exactly three months since Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie, was reported missing. Briana Whitney, a breaking news reporter for the Crime Junkie podcast, joins "The Daily Report" with more.
WHCA scholarship recipients on shooting
For more than 100 years, the White House Correspondents' Dinner has celebrated the First Amendment and freedom of the press. The annual event is also a fundraiser for journalism scholarships. This year, the White House Correspondents' Association awarded $156,000 in grants to 30 college students. Two recipients, Kaitlin Bender-Thomas and Madison Maynard, join "The Daily Report" to discuss the shooting.
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Artemis crew surprises 5-year-old aspiring astronaut with special gift
The Artemis II team gained a new member, and the crew made sure their youngest teammate had the right stuff for space.
Artemis II crew reveals what snack they ate right after splashdown
The Artemis II astronauts said they actually really enjoyed the space food, but it was a familiar candy they enjoyed after splashing down in the Pacific Ocean.
Artemis II astronauts talk mission toilet troubles: "We made do"
The plumbing issues aboard the Orion capsule became headline news in the early days of the historic Artemis II mission.
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Artemis crew tells kids moon flight was "the best roller coaster ride"
The Artemis II astronauts joined "CBS Mornings" for a live town hall where they took questions from kids just weeks after returning from their historic moon mission.
SpaceX launches Falcon Heavy rocket carrying powerful satellite
SpaceX's most powerful operational rocket boosted a high-speed ViaSat internet data relay satellite into space to complete a globe-spanning constellation.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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The Love Bombing of Gloria Choi
A dream romance ends in murder after a woman falls for a stranger. "48 Hours" correspondent Natalie Morales reports.
Mountain lion cub with missing toes rescued
A mountain lion cub missing some toes was found alone in the Santa Monica Mountains at just three weeks old. Crimson is now being cared for at the Oakland Zoo, and has clawed his way into people's hearts. Itay Hod has the story.
Marine heatwave could bring extreme weather
The ocean off California keeps breaking heat records. Experts say it could produce a stormy summer that may threaten lives. Max Darrow explains.
States scramble to redistrict after major ruling
Alabama and Tennessee are the latest states rushing to redraw congressional districts after a Supreme Court ruling that further weakens the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Nikole Killion reports.
Abortion pill maker makes Supreme Court plea
A drugmaker of mifepristone filed an emergency appeal to the Supreme Court to restore access for Americans who receive the abortion pill by mail.