1 dead, 6 injured in homecoming shooting at Lincoln University
Officials say one student and one graduate are among the people injured in the shooting at Lincoln University in Pennsylvania.
Historically Black Colleges and Universities
Behind controversy over FAMU president search
Florida A&M University, the state's only public historically Black college, is involved in a dispute over diversity, equity and inclusion policies and the selection of its next president. Students and alumni say Gov. Ron DeSantis' involvement reflects a broader effort to reduce state support for diversity programs. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
79-year-old graduates from HBCU in moving tribute
A 79-year-old honored a forgotten tragedy by earning his degree where three students were once killed for demanding justice. Steve Hartman has the story in "On the Road" from Orangeburg, South Carolina.
Program taps HBCUs to make opera more inclusive
Opera singer is one of the most challenging career choices a student can make. Skyler Henry reports from the Metropolitan Opera in New York City on an effort to train the next generation of opera stars.
Meet 100-year-old Inez Turner. She gives the secret to a long and happy life
One of Philadelphia's eldest citizens joined the centenarian club. Inez Turner reflects on the highs and lows of her 100 years of life.
Why the U.S. medical field is pushing for more Black doctors
African Americans make up about 14% of the population, but they represent just 5.2% of doctors nationwide.
Addressing the U.S. shortage of Black doctors
There's a major effort underway to bring more Black doctors into hospitals and examination rooms nationwide, and that effort is focused on easing the burden of medical school for students at historically Black colleges and universities. Jericka Duncan has more.
Delaware State to become first HBCU to add Division I women's wrestling
Delaware State University will become the first historically Black institution to offer Division I women's wrestling.
Harris campaign leans into her HBCU roots
Vice President Kamala Harris graduated from Howard University with her bachelor's degree in 1986.
HBCUs fight to make up funding deficits
For decades, Black land-grant colleges and universities have received less funding than predominantly White schools, leaving faculty and students to fill in the gaps. Tennessee State University is one of many schools fighting to regain what is owed and resolve the deficit that's holding them back.
Bloomberg donating to Black medical schools
Bloomberg Philanthropies is donating $600 million to the endowments of four historically Black medical schools. Michael Bloomberg, the former New York City mayor and billionaire founder of Bloomberg LP, said it "will empower new generations of Black doctors to create a healthier and more equitable future for our country."
Harris speaks to historically Black sorority
In Indianapolis on Wednesday, Kamala Harris asked the historically Black sorority Zeta Phi Beta to help her defeat former President Donald Trump this November. The vice president is a member of the first Black intercollegiate sorority Alpha Kappa Alpha. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston reports.
Biden to speak at Morehouse College
Sunday, President Biden is set to deliver the commencement address at Morehouse College, but some members of the historically Black institution are considering protests over Biden's handling of the war in Gaza. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has more.
HBCU gymnast Morgan Price wins national collegiate title in historic first
Fisk University student Morgan Price clinched the title with an all-around score of 39.225.
Howard University making history as first HBCU in a figure skating competition
Howard University will be achieving a feat on Saturday as the first historically Black college and university, or HBCU, to participate in a figure skating competition.
2023 National HBCU Week Conference underway
The National HBCU Week Conference is underway in Arlington, Virginia. President Biden hosted a meeting with the board of advisers Monday, emphasizing the importance of not only creating opportunities for Black Americans to get higher-paying jobs, but also to accumulate wealth. Hampton University President Darrell K. Williams joined CBS News to discuss the conference.
HBCUs receive 178 times less foundation funding than Ivy League schools, study finds
The eight Ivy League schools received $5.5 billion from 1,000 U.S. foundations, while 99 HBCUs only received $45 million.
The first HBCU with women's gymnastics team
Fisk University in Nashville, Tennessee, earlier this year became the first historically Black college or university with a women's gymnastics team. Jan Crawford takes a look at the history-making program.
Overhauling Jackson State's football team
"Coach Sanders was the biggest hire in college football. I'm talking about Power Five level." Since Deion Sanders took over Jackson State's football team, they have dominated their HBCU opponents. cbsn.ws/3TsOjAY
Deion Sanders on his "old-school" mentality
"No earrings in uniform. No hoodies in uniform. No sagging in uniforms. No one sock up, no sock down. Let your game separate you, not your dress code," Deion Sanders tells 60 Minutes' Jon Wertheim.
Deion Sanders on getting more funding for JSU
"I'm hoping a political figure, or someone, some billionaire, is out there saying, 'You know what? I'm going to bet on Prime,'" Deion Sanders, now coaching football at Jackson State University, says.
Deion Sanders on what struck him about JSU
What struck Deion Sanders about being on Jackson State University's campus for the first time? "The need," Sanders tells 60 Minutes' Jon Wertheim.
Deion Sanders bringing major companies to JSU
"Coach Prime has opened up doors for the Southwestern Athletic Conference that we could not get into." Since Deion Sanders became head coach of Jackson State, several major corporations have stepped in with sponsorships for the school and the conference. cbsn.ws/3TsOjAY
Latest Eric Swalwell accuser alleges he drugged and raped her
Lonna Drewes came forward Tuesday with the allegations after the California Democrat announced he would resign from Congress.
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Iran war continues with U.S. blockade of ports; Lebanon and Israel hold direct talks
The U.S. blockade of Iran's ports is now in its second day as Washington pressures Tehran to relinquish control of the Strait of Hormuz.
DOJ moves to dismiss Jan. 6 convictions against 12 former Proud Boys, Oath Keepers
The Justice Department on Tuesday asked a federal court to vacate Jan. 6 convictions against a dozen former members of the right-wing Proud Boys and Oath Keepers, aiming to wipe away some of the final Capitol riot charges that are still standing.
Swalwell, Gonzales officially resign from Congress, avoiding expulsion votes
Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell and GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales officially submitted their resignation letters to the House clerk on Tuesday.
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Husband of woman missing in Bahamas: "I won't be able to stop looking"
Brian Hooker, whose wife disappeared during a nighttime boat ride in the Bahamas, said he wants to believe his wife is still alive and plans to go back out to look for her as soon as possible.
11 races that could determine control of the Senate
The unpopular war with Iran and stubborn affordability issues have given Democrats cause to be more hopeful about their chances of flipping key seats — and maybe even winning control of the Senate.
Bodycam video shows St. Louis police officer shooting teen in back of head
Body camera video shows a St. Louis police officer shoot Emeshyon Wilkins in the back of the head as he fled, contradicting an earlier police statement.
Meadows seeks reimbursement from DOJ for legal fees from Trump-related probes
Mark Meadows is asking the Justice Dept. to reimburse him for legal fees he incurred in multiple federal and state investigations of President Trump, sources said.
Republicans threaten ActBlue CEO with contempt of Congress in fraud probe
The chairs of three GOP-led House committees say ActBlue "may have deliberately" withheld some documents from their probe into fraudulent political donations.
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Chevron says Venezuelan oil imports are helping curb U.S. gas prices
Venezuelan oil shipped to the U.S. is providing relief from higher prices caused by the Iran war, according to a senior Chevron executive.
Florida doctor indicted after allegedly removing patient's liver instead of spleen
Dr. Thomas Shaknovsky, 44, was arrested Monday after a two-year investigation by local, state and medical authorities.
DOJ moves to dismiss Jan. 6 convictions against 12 former Proud Boys, Oath Keepers
The Justice Department on Tuesday asked a federal court to vacate Jan. 6 convictions against a dozen former members of the right-wing Proud Boys and Oath Keepers, aiming to wipe away some of the final Capitol riot charges that are still standing.
7-Eleven plans to close 645 stores in the U.S. this year
The chain's North American operator forecast it will open 205 stores in 2026, although those openings will be outpaced by a series of closures.
Android users could get money under $135 million Google settlement
Millions of people using Android mobile devices could receive a payout, according to the settlement website.
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Chevron says Venezuelan oil imports are helping curb U.S. gas prices
Venezuelan oil shipped to the U.S. is providing relief from higher prices caused by the Iran war, according to a senior Chevron executive.
7-Eleven plans to close 645 stores in the U.S. this year
The chain's North American operator forecast it will open 205 stores in 2026, although those openings will be outpaced by a series of closures.
Android users could get money under $135 million Google settlement
Millions of people using Android mobile devices could receive a payout, according to the settlement website.
Most Americans say they pay too much in taxes. Here's what the data shows.
Six in 10 Americans say they pay more than their fair share in taxes, recent polling shows. Only one-third believe they pay the right amount.
Fed Chair nominee Warsh is worth well over $100 million, documents show
Warsh's wealth far outstrips that of outgoing Fed Chair Jerome Powell, whose most recent disclosure shows he is worth at least $19.5 million.
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DOJ moves to dismiss Jan. 6 convictions against 12 former Proud Boys, Oath Keepers
The Justice Department on Tuesday asked a federal court to vacate Jan. 6 convictions against a dozen former members of the right-wing Proud Boys and Oath Keepers, aiming to wipe away some of the final Capitol riot charges that are still standing.
Swalwell, Gonzales officially resign from Congress, avoiding expulsion votes
Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell and GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales officially submitted their resignation letters to the House clerk on Tuesday.
Latest Eric Swalwell accuser alleges he drugged and raped her
Lonna Drewes came forward Tuesday with the allegations after the California Democrat announced he would resign from Congress.
11 races that could determine control of the Senate
The unpopular war with Iran and stubborn affordability issues have given Democrats cause to be more hopeful about their chances of flipping key seats — and maybe even winning control of the Senate.
Appeals court shuts down criminal contempt probe over deportation flights
U.S. District Judge James Boasberg launched a criminal contempt inquiry after he said officials defied an order to turn around flights of Venezuelan migrants bound for El Salvador.
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Florida doctor indicted after allegedly removing patient's liver instead of spleen
Dr. Thomas Shaknovsky, 44, was arrested Monday after a two-year investigation by local, state and medical authorities.
Pennsylvania town faces fallout from Trump's environmental rule rollback
The Trump administration is ratcheting up attacks on environmental protections that Make America Healthy Again followers hold dear.
Fighting for health care claim approvals
Seventy-three percent of Americans say delays and denials of medical treatment by healthcare insurers are a major problem. Now, a company called Sheer Health says they will fight insurance battles on behalf of their clients.
A teen athlete's headache wouldn't stop. It took a year to find a cure.
Jack Alston was used to migraines, but after two concussions in middle school, he was stuck with a headache that wouldn't go away.
Medicaid work rules will stress states' staffing capacity
Some states already don't have enough staff to quickly process Medicaid applications and answer enrollees' phone calls. Researchers say they may not be prepared to handle new Medicaid work rules, predicting people will lose coverage as a result.
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At least 16 wounded in Turkey high school shooting; gunman dead
An 18-year-old attacker, armed with a shotgun, fired randomly inside a vocational high school, wounding 10 students, four teachers, a canteen employee and a police officer, the local governor said.
Powerful typhoon barrels over remote U.S. islands in Pacific
Typhoon Sinlaku came ashore on a chain of remote U.S. island territories in the Western Pacific, which includes Guam, on Tuesday. It was a super typhoon at the time.
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Husband of woman missing in Bahamas: "I won't be able to stop looking"
Brian Hooker, whose wife disappeared during a nighttime boat ride in the Bahamas, said he wants to believe his wife is still alive and plans to go back out to look for her as soon as possible.
Brazil's former spy chief who fled country arrested by ICE in U.S.
Alexandre Ramagem was sentenced to 16 years in prison for his role in the coup attempt by supporters of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro.
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Iran war continues with U.S. blockade of ports; Lebanon and Israel hold direct talks
The U.S. blockade of Iran's ports is now in its second day as Washington pressures Tehran to relinquish control of the Strait of Hormuz.
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Inside the creation of "Front Porch Freestyles"
What started off as a simple way to promote music with some impromptu freestyling back in 2017 has turned into a critically acclaimed series showcasing artists big and small. Photojournalist Parrish Smith met the Washington, D.C., artist and crew behind the increasingly popular musical showcase "Front Porch Freestyles."
"Margo's Got Money Troubles" stars on series
Michelle Pfeiffer and Elle Fanning talk with "CBS Mornings" about starring in the new series "Margo's Got Money Troubles." The two discuss what drew them to the project and their characters, and what it's like to work together again.
Britney Spears voluntarily checks into rehab after California DUI arrest in March
Pop star Britney Spears has voluntarily checked into rehab following her DUI arrest in Ventura County in March, a representative for the singer told CBS LA.
4/12: Sunday Morning - The Money Issue
Jane Pauley hosts our annual "Money Issue." Featured: Obstacles to home ownership; fighting health insurance denials; Chinese EVs; opposition to AI data centers; American Girl dolls; skin care mogul Scarlett Johansson; roller coasters; the popularity of bingo!; and is your phone eavesdropping on you?
American Girl: Celebrating girl power
Founded in 1986, American Girl has created dolls, books and accessories that tell the stories of young girls in every American era. On the toy's 40th anniversary, correspondent Faith Salie explores how making history come alive is also creating timeless bonds between generations that celebrate girlhood.
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Everyday items born from space exploration
The Artemis II journey around the far side of the moon is a monumental moment for human space exploration, but the mission could also bring back benefits for everyday life here on Earth. Better selfies, comfortable sneakers, basic household appliances and more can all trace their roots straight to NASA. Jarred Hill has a closer look at NASA tech in plain sight.
New warning over AI
Former AI company founder and CEO Matt Shumer joins "CBS Mornings" to break down Anthropic's report about one of its AI models, Claude Mythos Preview. In the report, the company warned the program was "too powerful" to be released to the public and it worried about the program, which is designed to find security flaws in software, falling into the "wrong hands."
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.
Sam Altman voices safety concerns
Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, shared a personal blog post and photo of his family saying, "In the hopes that it might dissuade the next person from throwing a Molotov cocktail at our house, no matter what they think of me," following an attack outside his home last week. Altman suggested the incident was connected to the broader debate over AI, saying, "we should deescalate the rhetoric and tactics."
Nationwide boom in AI data centers stirs resistance
To fuel their artificial intelligence initiatives, tech companies are building massive numbers of AI data centers, with more than 4,000 in operation across the country. But some communities, wary of the environmental and financial implications, are fighting back.
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First major forecast for 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is released
Colorado State University has released its annual Atlantic hurricane forecast, predicting 13 named storms and six hurricanes may develop during the 2026 season.
Creature thought to be world's oldest octopus isn't an octopus after all
Scientists have found evidence that a 300-million-year-old sea creature previously thought to be the world's oldest octopus is actually a nautilus relative.
March smashed heat records in several ways, federal data shows
Last month was the hottest March on record for the Lower 48 states, by the most for any month ever, federal data shows. And a forecast El Niño could heat Earth even more.
Emperor penguins listed as endangered species
The emperor penguin has been declared an endangered species as climate change pushes the icon of Antarctica a step closer to extinction, the global authority on threatened wildlife says.
Stunning photos from Artemis II show Earth, moon, eclipse from space
The astronauts aboard Artemis II are the first humans to see some parts of the far side of the moon with the naked eye.
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What to know about the Swalwell allegations
Two women spoke to CBS News' Nancy Cordes about their allegations against California Rep. Eric Swalwell as news emerges about his apparent misconduct.
At least 16 wounded in Turkey high school shooting; gunman dead
An 18-year-old attacker, armed with a shotgun, fired randomly inside a vocational high school, wounding 10 students, four teachers, a canteen employee and a police officer, the local governor said.
Brian Hooker speaks about missing wife
Brian Hooker, the husband of the Michigan woman missing in the Bahamas, told CBS News' Cristian Benavides that he "won't be able to stop looking" for his wife Lynette Hooker, and that he wants to believe she is still alive. Hooker was arrested last week in connection with her disappearance and released from police custody on Monday.
Brian Hooker released, not facing charges
Police in the Bahamas have released Brian Hooker, the husband of Lynette Hooker, who disappeared on a boat ride 10 days ago. Brian Hooker was questioned in the case, but not charged. He told police his wife fell overboard as they were going from one island to another.
Why prosecutors think Sam Altman was targeted
The suspect who threw a Molotov cocktail at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's San Francisco home is now facing multiple charges, including attempted murder. Matt Gutman explains why prosecutors believe Altman became a target.
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Artemis II astronauts welcomed home to Houston after historic moonshot
The Artemis II astronauts flew back to the Johnson Space Center in Houston Saturday to cheers and applause from family members and hundreds of NASA workers.
9 highlights from Artemis II's epic journey around the moon
The Artemis II crew's nine-day moon mission set a record for the farthest any human has ever traveled from Earth. Here's a look at the key moments.
Artemis II crew splashes down to end historic moon mission
NASA's Artemis II astronauts returned to Earth with a splashdown landing in the Pacific Ocean after making a high-speed reentry through the atmosphere.
How an 8-year-old designed a zero-gravity indicator for Artemis II
The development of the mission mascot and viral sensation Rise began over a year before Artemis II blasted off.
As Artemis II heads back to Earth, crew stakes their lives on the heat shield
Despite problems during the unpiloted Artemis I reentry, the Artemis II crew is confident their heat shield will protect them during a fiery descent to Earth.
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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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Details on allegations against Eric Swalwell
Eric Swalwell has resigned from Congress following allegations of sexual misconduct from multiple women. Swalwell has previously called the allegations false. CBS News White House correspondent Nancy Cordes spoke with two of the accusers and has more.
House reads Gonzales, Swalwell resignations
The resignation letters from Rep. Tony Gonzales and Rep. Eric Swalwell were read on the House floor Tuesday. See the moment.
Congressional resignations spark new scrutiny
The scandals surrounding former Congressmen Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales have prompted renewed scrutiny for other congressional members accused of misdeeds. CBS News' Fin Gómez has more.
Ship captain stuck near Strait of Hormuz
The war with Iran has caused major issues for international shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Captain Raman Kapoor and his ship have been stuck in the Persian Gulf near the strait since February. He joins CBS News to discuss.
IMF predicts rise in global inflation
The International Monetary Fund has cut its forecast for global growth, predicting a rise in global inflation and warning that the war with Iran is pushing growth lower compared to 2025. Medora Lee, money and personal finance reporter for USA Today, joins CBS News to discuss.