Amy Jackson, the director of Advocates for Victims of Assault, was a key witness in the prosecution's case against Dale Bruner. She outlines some of the most common myths and misconceptions about domestic violence and what kind of help works best.

Amy Jackson, the director of Summit County Colorado Advocates for Victims of Assault, was a key witness in the prosecution's case against Dale Bruner. Here she outlines some of the most common myths and misconceptions about domestic violence and explains what kind of help works best.

• Aug 16, 2014
• 02:46

Harry and Meghan support Texas women's shelter after storm

The royal couple is supporting a domestic abuse shelter in Texas after it was forced to close its facilities due to power outages and bursting pipes.

• Feb 22, 2021

FKA twigs details alleged abusive relationship with actor Shia LaBeouf

British singer-songwriter FKA twigs sits down with "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King in her first television interview since filing a civil lawsuit in December against her former boyfriend, actor Shia LaBeouf.

• Feb 18, 2021

FKA twigs speaks out against Shia LaBeouf

First on "CBS This Morning," singer-songwriter FKA twigs sits down with Gayle King to discuss allegations of emotional, verbal, and sexual abuse as well as assault and battery at the hands of actor and former boyfriend Shia LaBeouf. FKA twigs filed a civil lawsuit against LaBeouf in December. LaBeouf denies the allegations.

• Feb 17, 2021
• 03:08

Ex-girlfriend speaks after NFL player's alleged abuse

Chad Wheeler's ex-girlfriend spoke exclusively to "CBS This Morning's" Jericka Duncan about the night she says she was attacked by the former Seahawks lineman. Alleah Taylor details what happened, and why she's choosing to tell her story now.

• Feb 10, 2021
• 06:35

Ex-girlfriend speaks out after NFL player's alleged abuse

In a "CBS This Morning" exclusive interview, Alleah Taylor, the woman who says she was brutally attacked by former Seattle Seahawks player Chad Wheeler, speaks to CBS News.

• Feb 10, 2021

Puerto Rico's gender violence crisis

The governor of Puerto Rico issued an executive order on Sunday declaring a state of emergency following a wave of violence against women and transgender people. Syra Ortiz-Blanes, a reporter for the Miami Herald and El Nuevo Herald, joined CBSN with more on the situation.

• Jan 28, 2021
• 07:04

Ex-Seahawks player charged with domestic violence assault

Prosecutors said in a filing that Wheeler allegedly attacked and strangled the victim in her bedroom on January 22.

• Jan 28, 2021

Trump condemns violence a week after Capitol riot

President Trump released a video in which he condemns violence by his supporters a week after the assault on the U.S. Capitol. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid joins CBSN to discuss what this means as the president faces a second impeachment trial.

• Jan 14, 2021
• 08:26

Boxer Christy Martin on domestic violence

Worldwide boxing sensation Christy Martin was feared for her strength in the ring, but in 2010 her husband nearly killed her with a gunshot that narrowly missed her heart. David Begnaud joins "CBS This Morning" with a preview of his "48 Hours" report on Martin's story and how she's helping other domestic abuse survivors.

• Nov 13, 2020
• 03:30

Amie Harwick murder brings renewed demands for stronger stalking laws

The Hollywood therapist was devoted to helping people. Did the system do enough to protect her from her alleged killer?

• Aug 29, 2020

Domestic violence charity for Black women faces eviction as cases rise

"This is in the middle of COVID, and we are at high risk," says Sistah Space founder Ngozi Fulani. "If you shut us down, you shut down an entire village."

• Aug 28, 2020

Washington NFL Team drops player after domestic violence-related arrest

Guice, 23, turned himself in to authorities and was released on $10,000 bond, officials said.

• Aug 7, 2020

Domestic abuse in Russia amid pandemic

In Russia, a country where some forms of domestic violence have been decriminalized, CBS News' Haley Ott reports that frontline service providers say women can't depend on the police for help.

• Jul 16, 2020
• 02:25

Domestic abuse isn't a crime in Russia: "The police don't help."

"When women and girls ask me what they should do, unfortunately I can only tell them, 'Run away. Look for a way out.'" victim says.

• Jul 17, 2020

Domestic violence cases rise in Puerto Rico

As Puerto Rico continues to struggle with the coronavirus pandemic and damage from Hurricane Maria and earthquakes, domestic violence cases have been on the rise. Advocates are demanding more funding, even though the island is in a debt crisis. Gen senior writer and Ida B. Wells fellow Andrea González-Ramírez joined CBSN to discuss her year-long investigation.

• Jul 1, 2020
• 10:27

Calls to domestic abuse helpline up 200% as U.K. eased COVID lockdown

Solace says there was a 200% rise in calls to its helpline in the week after stay-at-home orders were first eased, and they're another surge.

• Jun 29, 2020

Chinese city to let people screen future partners for domestic abuse

"The marriage partner can know whether the other party has domestic violence records before marriage, and consider whether to enter a marriage," official says.

• Jun 26, 2020

Family demands answers after deputy shoots black man dead in home

L.A. County sheriff's deputies say Michael Thomas, 62, reached for one of their guns after they responded to a possible domestic violence call. His fiancée says he was cooperating. KCAL's Nicole Comstock reports.

• Jun 12, 2020
• 01:58

U.K. domestic violence charity sees calls surge 66% during COVID lockdown

"Refuge" says visits to its website have also gone up 950% since stay-at-home orders were issued in March.

• May 27, 2020

Ex-journalist's murder shines light on Afghan women

The brutal murder of a former journalist has sparked outrage from women's rights activists. Mina Mangal was a well-known TV reporter in Kabul. She also worked for the Afghan government before she was shot and killed earlier this month. Her murder highlights the struggles of many Afghan women who face domestic violence without justice. CBS News foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.

• May 22, 2019
• 06:56

Shanahan withdraws Defense Secy. nomination

Acting Defense Secretary Patrick Shanahan is withdrawing from the confirmation process after accusations of domestic violence by his ex-wife. Secretary of the Army Mark Esper will be taking his place. This comes as the Pentagon also announced it will be sending 1,000 more troops to the Middle East. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin joined CBSN with more.

• Jun 18, 2019
• 10:31

Shanahan withdraws from consideration

Patrick Shanahan is withdrawing from consideration to be the defense secretary amid reports of domestic incidents. In 2010, Shanahan and his ex-wife each claimed to have been punched by the other. David Martin reports.

• Jun 18, 2019
• 02:38

Lawmakers react to Shanahan's family turmoil

President Trump is looking again for a permanent secretary of defense. Acting Secretary Patrick Shanahan abruptly withdrew his nomination Tuesday after domestic violence incidents from several years ago surfaced. The Pentagon has been without a permanent leader since December. It is one of nine top administration roles filled by acting leaders. David Martin reports.

• Jun 19, 2019
• 03:07

Sacramento State remembers slain officer

Devastated members of the Sacramento State University community remembered rookie Sacramento police officer and recent grad Tara O'Sullivan, who was killed by a gunman Wednesday while helping a woman during a domestic violence call. Nichelle Medina reports.

• Jun 20, 2019
• 01:23

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