Kim Potter, officer who fatally shot Daunte Wright, is released from prison
The shooting happened April 2021 as Derek Chauvin was on trial in Minneapolis on murder charges in George Floyd's killing. Wright's death sparked several days of protests.
Killing of Daunte Wright
Bodycam video shows officer pull phone from Daunte Wright's mom
Katie Wright says an officer threatened to arrest her for obstruction Wednesday night in the city where her son was killed.
Daunte Wright's mother angered by Kim Potter's smiling mug shot
Katie Wright brought up the mug shot as she addressed the court, saying it showed Potter wasn't genuinely sorry for his her son's death.
Legal analyst on guilty verdict for Kim Potter
A Minnesota jury has found former police officer Kim Potter guilty of first- and second-degree manslaughter for the fatal shooting of 20-year-old Daunte Wright during a traffic stop. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins CBSN to discuss the outcome of the trial
Kim Potter found guilty in Daunte Wright shooting
A Minneapolis jury has found former police officer Kim Potter guilty of manslaughter in the shooting death of Daunte Wright. David Schuman has the story.
Former cop convicted of killing Daunte Wright
A jury in Minnesota convicted former police officer Kim Potter of first- and second-degree manslaughter in the shooting death of 20-year-old Black motorist Daunte Wright. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joined CBSN to discuss the outcome of the case.
Jury begins deliberations in Kim Potter trial
The prosecution and defense completed their closing arguments Monday in the trial of Kim Potter, who is charged with manslaughter in the shooting death of Daunte Wright. Joe Tamburino, a criminal defense attorney who is not affiliated with the case, discussed what's next with CBS Minnesota.
Kim Potter testifies in Daunte Wright trial
Former Minnesota police officer Kim Potter took the stand in her own defense -- recalling the moment she used deadly force against Daunte Wright during a traffic stop. Jennifer Mayerle has the details.
Kim Potter testifies she was "very distraught" after shooting Daunte Wright
"I'm sorry it happened," Potter said Friday while testifying.
Takeaways from Kim Potter's testimony
Former Minnesota police officer Kim Potter, who is charged with shooting and killing Daunte Wright, finished testifying in her own trial Friday. CBS News legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe joins CBSN to discuss the case.
Defense set to wrap up in Kim Potter trial
Former Minnesota police officer Kim Potter is expected to take the stand in her own defense. She faces manslaughter charges in connection with the shooting death of Daunte Wright. Criminal defense attorney and legal analyst Joe Tamburino joined Anne-Marie Green on CBSN to discuss the trial.
Daunte Wright was "just gasping" after shooting, girlfriend testifies
The woman who was riding with Daunte Wright when he was pulled over by police testified about the chaos right after an officer shot him.
Daunte Wright's mom says she saw son's lifeless body in car after shooting
She also testified that she could tell her son's body was under a sheet near his car because she recognized his tennis shoes.
Ex-officer on trial in Daunte Wright shooting
Attorneys for former Minnesota police officer Kim Potter said she was trying to protect another officer when she shot and killed Daunte Wright. David Schuman has the latest on the trial.
Officer "betrayed a 20-year-old kid" in killing Daunte Wright, prosecutor says
Kim Potter has said she meant to use her Taser on Daunte Wright, but that she grabbed her handgun instead.
Former officer Kim Potter will testify in her trial, attorney says
Potter, who is White, shot and killed 20-year-old Daunte Wright, who was Black, during a traffic stop in April.
Brooklyn Center council passes police reform
Following the deaths of two black men at the hands of police officers, Brooklyn Center, Minnesota's city council voted Saturday in favor of a resolution that would replace some officers with civilian employees. WCCO reporter David Schuman joins CBSN's Lana Zak with the details on the measure passed a month after the death of Daunte Wright in a police shooting.
Ex-cop charged in Daunte Wright death to stand trial
A second-degree manslaughter case may proceed against Kim Potter, the former suburban Minneapolis police officer who fatally shot 20-year-old Black motorist Daunte Wright in April. Read more here.
Ex-cop will face trial in Daunte Wright shooting, judge rules
Former Brooklyn Center, Minnesota police officer Kim Potter will face a manslaughter trial in December, a judge ruled.
Legal experts suggest reducing reliance on police
The officer who shot and killed Daunte Wright is scheduled to appear in court next week. Legal experts are suggesting reducing reliance on police to enforce traffic violations to prevent more deaths like Wright's. Columbia Law School professor Sarah Seo joined CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
Ex-officer who killed Daunte Wright charged
The former officer who shot and killed Daunte Wright during a traffic stop will appear in court for the first time Thursday. Kim Potter is charged with second-degree manslaughter. Omar Villafranca reports.
Protests after deadly Minnesota police shooting
Family members say Daunte Wright was killed by Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, police Sunday afternoon after he was pulled over. The shooting sparked protests in the city, just miles from the murder trial of Derek Chauvin in Minneapolis. Jamie Yuccas reports.
Author Wes Moore talks how to reform policing
Six years after Baltimore resident Freddie Gray's death, the deaths of George Floyd and Daunte Wright in Minnesota have reignited the national conversation about policing in Black communities. Author Wes Moore joins CBSN to discuss the roles poverty, racism and systemic injustice play in criminal justice and his plans to run for office.
Minn. protests enter night two despite curfew
Protests continued into a second night after Brooklyn Center police released the body camera video of the shooting of Daunte Wright. Police say Officer Kim Potter meant to use her taser on Wright but accidentally shot him instead. Omar Villafranca reports.
Officer who shot Daunte Wright resigns
Officer Kim Potter resigned from the Brooklyn Center Police Department Tuesday after killing 20-year-old Daunte Wright during a traffic stop Sunday afternoon. The Minneapolis suburb's police chief also resigned as protests continued into the night for the third day since the shooting. Omar Villafranca reports.
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Senate GOP eyes key Friday vote in different approach to end shutdown
Senate Republicans are planning a different approach to try and end the government shutdown on Friday. Follow live updates here.
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Airlines scramble to comply with FAA order cutting thousands of flights
The FAA ordered airlines to cut thousands of flights starting Friday as the agency deals with air traffic controller shortages during the government shutdown.
Judge orders Trump administration to fully fund SNAP benefits for November
U.S. District Judge John McConnell ordered the Trump administration to provide the full food stamp benefits by Friday.
Tesla shareholders approve CEO Elon Musk's $1 trillion pay package
The vote comes after a top shareholder, Norway's sovereign wealth fund, said it would vote against the pay package.
Justices let Trump enforce new passport policy removing "X" gender marker
The Supreme Court agreed to freeze a lower court order that stopped the State Department from enforcing a new passport policy put into place by President Trump earlier this year.
Cowboys' Marshawn Kneeland dead at age 24
The Department of Public Safety said officers found Kneeland's vehicle abandoned after a crash, then found his body nearby.
Virginia teacher shot by 6-year-old wins civil case against school official
Abby Zwerner, 25, was shot in the hand and chest by a 6-year-old first grade student in January 2023.
Judge issues preliminary injunction against federal agents over use of force
A federal judge issued a preliminary injunction against federal immigration agents' use of force during Operation Midway Blitz, telling lawyers for the Trump administration she found their evidence "simply not credible."
Man who threw sandwich at federal agent in D.C. found not guilty
A man who was charged with throwing a sandwich at a federal agent was found not guilty of one count of misdemeanor assault by a jury in Washington, D.C.
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Airlines scramble to comply with FAA order cutting thousands of flights
The FAA ordered airlines to cut thousands of flights starting Friday as the agency deals with air traffic controller shortages during the government shutdown.
Tesla shareholders approve CEO Elon Musk's $1 trillion pay package
The vote comes after a top shareholder, Norway's sovereign wealth fund, said it would vote against the pay package.
Judge orders Trump administration to fully fund SNAP benefits for November
U.S. District Judge John McConnell ordered the Trump administration to provide the full food stamp benefits by Friday.
Damon Jones pleads not guilty in alleged gambling scheme cases
Former NBA player and coach Damon Jones entered not guilty pleas Thursday in a pair of cases alleging his involvement in illegal gambling rings.
Trump could hike other tariffs if Supreme Court strikes down IEEPA levies
Trade experts expect some U.S. tariffs to remain elevated even if the Supreme Court strikes down President Trump's IEEPA levies.
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Tesla shareholders approve CEO Elon Musk's $1 trillion pay package
The vote comes after a top shareholder, Norway's sovereign wealth fund, said it would vote against the pay package.
Trump could hike other tariffs if Supreme Court strikes down IEEPA levies
Trade experts expect some U.S. tariffs to remain elevated even if the Supreme Court strikes down President Trump's IEEPA levies.
See how often flights have been delayed at major airports during the shutdown
Nearly a quarter of flights arrived late into 16 of America's busiest airports in the week after air traffic controllers missed their first paycheck, data shows.
Peloton recalls 833,000 more exercise bikes over faulty seat post
Peloton said seat posts on some of its original fitness bikes can break, raising the risk of rider injuries.
Starbucks' holiday $30 "bearista" mug now reselling on eBay for $300
Starbucks is rolling out a new holiday menu and merchandise on Nov. 6, including a glass bear mug called the "bearista."
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Airlines scramble to comply with FAA order cutting thousands of flights
The FAA ordered airlines to cut thousands of flights starting Friday as the agency deals with air traffic controller shortages during the government shutdown.
Judge orders Trump administration to fully fund SNAP benefits for November
U.S. District Judge John McConnell ordered the Trump administration to provide the full food stamp benefits by Friday.
Trump could hike other tariffs if Supreme Court strikes down IEEPA levies
Trade experts expect some U.S. tariffs to remain elevated even if the Supreme Court strikes down President Trump's IEEPA levies.
Justices let Trump enforce new passport policy removing "X" gender marker
The Supreme Court agreed to freeze a lower court order that stopped the State Department from enforcing a new passport policy put into place by President Trump earlier this year.
Man who threw sandwich at federal agent in D.C. found not guilty
A man who was charged with throwing a sandwich at a federal agent was found not guilty of one count of misdemeanor assault by a jury in Washington, D.C.
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Trump announces deal to lower weight loss drug prices in some cases
The deal, with Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk, is expected to lower the price of obesity drugs to between $149 and $350 per month in some cases, officials said.
FDA warns websites selling fake or unapproved forms of Botox, similar drugs
The FDA has sent warning letters to 18 websites selling counterfeit or unapproved versions of Botox and similar injectable drugs commonly used to smooth wrinkles.
Sock hops and concerts: How some places spent opioid settlement cash
States, counties, and cities are receiving millions in opioid settlement money to address the addiction crisis. The ways they spent the dollars in 2024 sometimes drew criticism.
Maldives becomes only nation with generational smoking ban
The Maldives began implementing a smoking ban Saturday on anyone born on or after January 2007, making it the only nation with a generational prohibition on tobacco, the Health Ministry said.
6 deaths, 27 illnesses tied to outbreak from prepared pasta meals
The CDC reported two additional deaths and seven new illnesses tied to a listeria outbreak from meals sold at major grocery chains.
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5,000-year-old wine press unearthed during highway construction project
Archaeologists discovered evidence of an ancient religious group while excavating an area in northern Israel, officials said.
Egypt says 36 stolen historic artifacts handed over by U.S. authorities
Egyptian officials say dozens of stolen artifacts, from a mummy's burial mask to a vessel depicting an ancient god, have been handed over by the U.S.
Pope Leo meets Palestinian president, calls for two-state solution
The Vatican recognized Palestine a decade ago, and Pope Leo has backed statehood, even if that looks increasingly unlikely.
Senate to vote on war powers resolution aimed at blocking Venezuela strikes
Senators will take up a war powers resolution on Thursday aimed at blocking President Trump from conducting strikes against Venezuela.
Wildlife park sees "glimmer of hope" as it begins euthanizing lions
The Kamo Wildlife Sanctuary said it had no choice but to euthanize some of its big cats because of their age and complex needs.
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Florence Welch talks near-death experience
Singer Florence Welch speaks with CBS News' Anthony Mason about suffering an ectopic pregnancy on the band's last tour, the emergency surgery she had to have and the doubts she had about releasing new music.
Rainn Wilson on spiritual journey
Actor Rainn Wilson talks about his personal struggles with mental health and his new book, "Soul Bloom Workbook: Spiritual Tools for Modern Living," which aims to help readers kickstart their own spiritual journey.
Colman Domingo on "The Running Man"
Actor Colman Domingo stars in the new movie, "The Running Man," which is based on a Stephen King novel. He speaks to "CBS Mornings" about the film, the star-studded cast and voicing the Cowardly Lion in "Wicked: For Good."
Meet the woman behind chart-topping AI artist Xania Monet
Artist Xania Monet's voice has been heard by millions around the world, but some are surprised to learn she's a product of artificial intelligence.
Behind the scenes with creator of AI artist
The creator behind the AI artist Xania Monet, Telisha "Nikki" Jones, spoke with "CBS Mornings" amid the controversy regarding the rise of AI-generated music. Jones said she wants people to know there's a real person behind Xania and "real emotion and soul put into those lyrics." "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King reports.
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Meet the woman behind chart-topping AI artist Xania Monet
Artist Xania Monet's voice has been heard by millions around the world, but some are surprised to learn she's a product of artificial intelligence.
Researchers use AI to treat male infertility
Researchers at the Columbia University Fertility Center have reported the first successful pregnancy using a new artificial intelligence method they developed to help with male infertility. Dr. Zev Williams, director of the Columbia University Fertility Center, joins CBS News to explain how it works.
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.
Almanac: November 7
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Meta stock falls after AI commitment
Microsoft, Meta and Alphabet recently reported their quarterly earnings and one thing is certain: the jaw-dropping investments in artificial intelligence are only just getting started. This all comes just days after Nvidia became the world's first-ever $5 trillion company. Jacob Ward, technology journalist, joins CBS News to discuss.
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Videos show orcas flipping great white sharks and eating their livers
New research suggests that a pod in the Gulf of California specializes in hunting sharks.
Almanac: November 7
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Scientists say they've solved debate about origins of mysterious dinosaur
The discovery "rewrites decades of research on Earth's most famous predator," the study's co-author said.
"Fertility tourism" booming as U.S. couples seek affordable treatments abroad
A Florida couple traveled to Colombia to make their dream of a family a reality through the booming "fertility tourism" business.
Fish named Arnie swims a record 530 miles, mostly upstream
The Murray cod, named Arnie after Australia's recently retired Olympic champion Ariarne Titmus, was first tagged in 2022.
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Damon Jones pleads not guilty in gambling probe
Former NBA player and assistant coach Damon Jones pleaded not guilty to fraud and money laundering charges on Thursday. CBS News national correspondent Meg Oliver has the details.
Damon Jones pleads not guilty in alleged gambling scheme cases
Former NBA player and coach Damon Jones entered not guilty pleas Thursday in a pair of cases alleging his involvement in illegal gambling rings.
ICE arrests woman at daycare facility
Video is emerging of an Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrest at a daycare facility in Chicago, Illinois. The woman detained reportedly has a work permit in the U.S. CBS News' Ash-har Quraishi reports.
16-year-old soccer player killed by stray bullet in Ecuador
Since 2021, Ecuador has experienced growing criminal violence by gangs operating in coordination with Colombian and Mexican cartels involved in drug trafficking.
Bed shortage could lead to release of mentally ill inmates, Orange County DA says
Orange County DA Todd Spitzer said 12 mentally ill men facing criminal charges could be released if county staff cannot find a facility to house them.
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Building the next space station
Astronauts opened the hatch to the International Space Station for the first time 25 years ago. The station will be retired at the end of the decade and there's a new type of space race on to replace it. CBS News' Mark Strassmann reports.
Trump re-nominates billionaire Jared Isaacman to run NASA
President Donald Trump is nominating Jared Isaacman to serve as his NASA administrator after all.
Scientists discover black hole flare with the light of 10 trillion suns
Researcher Matthew Graham said scientists didn't initially "believe the numbers about the energy" emitting from the cosmic display.
25 years of International Space Station
Over the past 25 years, the International Space Station has hosted 280 people from 23 countries. Jericka Duncan speaks with former astronauts about their time living 250 miles above Earth.
China sends 3 taikonauts, first live mammals ever, to its space station
China has sent a new crew to its Tiangong space station, including its youngest ever taikonaut, along with the first live mammals ever sent to the station.
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Damon Jones pleads not guilty in gambling probe
Former NBA player and assistant coach Damon Jones pleaded not guilty to fraud and money laundering charges on Thursday. CBS News national correspondent Meg Oliver has the details.
Dallas Cowboys' Marshawn Kneeland dead at 24
Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland has died at age 24, the team said Thursday. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
San Francisco leaders thank Pelosi for tenure
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced on Thursday that she will not seek reelection and will step down at the end of her term in 2027. CBS News Bay Area reporter Lauren Toms has more on how San Francisco political leaders are reacting.
Doctor discusses weight-loss drug deals
The Trump administration announced Thursday a deal to lower the price of weight loss drugs for some Americans. Dr. Bayo Curry-Winchell, founder of Beyond Clinical Walls, joins CBS News 24/7 to discuss the news.
Tesla shareholders to vote on Musk's pay plan
Tesla shareholders are set to vote on a $1 trillion pay package for CEO Elon Musk. CBS News Moneywatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more.