Former sanitation worker accepted to Harvard Law School
Rehan Staton, who was raised by a single father, said surprising people in his life encouraged him.
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“Abblasen” performed on the piccolo
Laura Benning, of Laytonsville, Maryland, offers “Sunday Morning” viewers her rendition of our theme song, “Abblasen,” that is perfect for Independence Day!
Lessons from the 2015 Baltimore protests
Wes Moore is the CEO of Robin Hood, one of the largest anti-poverty organizations in the country, and the author of the new book, "Five Days." The book reveals the most dramatic five days of protests in Baltimore, in reaction to the 2015 death of Freddie Gray in police custody. Moore joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss "Five Days" and its implications and lessons for the current national protests.
Man allegedly in video attacking people hanging flyers arrested
According to police, Anthony Brennan III, 60, has been charged with three counts of second-degree assault.
MD cyclist recorded assaulting young people
A man was caught on video appearing to violently confront three young people in Maryland who were putting up flyers in support of George Floyd. The disturbing incident happened Monday at the Capital Crescent Trail in Bethesda.
Connecticut murder suspect arrested
A University of Connecticut student accused of killing two people is in custody after a multistate manhunt. Peter Manfredonia was on the run for six days, but was captured Wednesday night near a truck stop in Hagerstown, Maryland.
Trump calls Baltimore a rat-infested mess
President Trump is escalating his feud with one of the most prominent black members of Congress, Maryland Democrat Elijah Cummings. Over the weekend, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi called the president's attacks against Cummings "racist." But Mr. Trump said there was nothing racist in his words, and that Cummings is actually the racist. Nancy Cordes reports.
Cummings defends Baltimore, responds to Trump
One week after Donald Trump called out Elijah Cummings and his Baltimore district, the congressman is responding. The Maryland Democrat spoke out for the first time on Saturday about the president's recent barrage of insults. Nikole Killion reports.
John Delaney on state of campaign
Former Maryland Congressman John Delaney did not qualify for the next set of Democratic debates in September. He speaks to CBSN's Reena Ninan about the state of his presidential campaign.
U.S. Rep. Elijah Cummings has died
Maryland Rep. Elijah E. Cummings died early Thursday due to complications from longstanding health challenges, his congressional office said. He was 68. Cummings became the powerful chairman of a U.S. House committee that investigated President Trump. He also passionately advocated for the poor in his black-majority district.
Crump: Cummings, “a pillar to our community”
Maryland Rep. Elijah Cummings, a civil rights advocate and powerful voice, died early Thursday at the age of 68. Civil rights attorney Benjamin Crump, who knew Cummings for a decade and considers him a mentor, joins "CBS This Morning" to share about Cummings' legacy.
Lawmakers react to Elijah Cummings' death
Elijah Cummings, a longtime Democratic congressman, died early Thursday at the age of 68. Nancy Cordes reports on the bipartisan outpouring of condolences.
Rep. Elijah Cummings dies at 68
Maryland Rep. Elijah Cummings, a powerful voice among Democrats and chairman of the House Oversight Committee, died early Thursday at a hospital in Baltimore. The 68-years-old had faced a series of health issues. Cummings' committee is one of three leading the House impeachment inquiry. Nancy Cordes reports.
Pelosi celebrates life of Elijah Cummings
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi was the first official to speak as longtime Congressman Elijah Cummings lay in state in the U.S. Capitol. She described him as the "North Star" who lived his life for others.
Man fatally stabbed at Popeyes
A man was stabbed to death after getting into a fight with another customer at a Popeyes fast food outlet in Maryland. CBSN's Anne-Marie Green has more.
Salad products recalled over possible E. coli contamination
Salad products containing meat and poultry are being recalled due to possible E. coli contamination. The products were sold October 14-16 in Alabama, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Virginia, and Wisconsin. CBS New York reports.
Cop charged with killing handcuffed man
Prince George's County, Maryland police Corporal Michael Owen is charged with murder in the fatal shooting Monday of William Green, who was handcuffed and sitting in a patrol car. Scott Broom reports for CBS affiliate WUSA9.
Two members of Kennedy family are missing
Maryland authorities are searching to recover the bodies of Robert and Ethel Kennedy’s granddaughter and great grandson. The two were last seen paddling near Annapolis late Thursday.
Gov. Hogan says Trump's "mixed messages" on disinfectants led to confusion
Hogan says his state received hundreds of calls asking about the safety of ingesting disinfectants after President Trump's about-face.
Expert on coronavirus and the presidency
The coronavirus pandemic has upended the 2020 election season and has caused questions to surface about what a president really has to be prepared for and how they should be prepared for it. Political analyst John Dickerson joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss how he thinks the role of president will be looked at from now on.
How is the pandemic shaping the 2020 race?
Voters in Ohio and parts of Maryland went to the polls on Tuesday, though many elected to vote by mail over coronavirus concerns. Only three states and D.C. are holding their scheduled primaries, while others have either postponed or expanded to a postal vote system. New York became the first state to cancel it altogether. Ed O'Keefe reports on how officials are trying to balance public health with participatory democracy.
An ice rink in Maryland is now a temporary morgue
The rink has been housing bodies since April 17, according to Maryland state delegate Mary Lehman.
The states where coronavirus cases are growing the fastest
Most states have loosened their original stay-at-home orders to varying degrees, which concerns public health experts who say the U.S. is loosening its grip too quickly.
Protesters in Maryland call for reopening as states remain divided over restrictions
A caravan of cars planned to drive across the state in protest of the governor's stay-at-home order.
Former NAACP head wins special election to fill late Elijah Cummings' seat
Mfume, 71, was the former head of the NAACP and represented Maryland's 7th Congressional District from 1987 to 1996.
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Trump formally signs U.S.-Iran deal as questions linger about nuclear program
President Trump warned he could order new strikes if Iran's leaders "don't behave." The U.S. and Iran signed the memo of understanding remotely, a White House official said.
This law firm has deep ties to Trump. Now a partner is his pick for a top job.
Jamie McDonald, a partner at the firm Sullivan & Cromwell, is President Trump's choice to helm one of the nation's most prestigious federal prosecutors' offices.
Senate postpones Clayton's confirmation hearing after Trump upends plans
The Senate canceled Jay Clayton's confirmation hearing on Wednesday after President Trump's move to delay the installation of the new intelligence chief.
How Trump's memo of understanding with Iran compares to the Obama nuclear deal
The Obama-era Iran deal was packed with technical details and specific requirements limiting, but not shutting down, Iran's nuclear program. President Trump's new agreement is more of a framework, and it's not final yet.
Knicks accepted invitation to visit Trump at White House, Dolan says
The New York Knicks are planning to visit the White House, owner James Dolan said Wednesday, marking a first for an NBA Finals winner during President Trump's time in office.
Oklahoma pastor drops out of House race after texting scandal
Jackson Lahmeyer had been backed by President Trump, although the president dropped his endorsement shortly before Lahmeyer dropped out.
Read the 14 points of the agreement between Iran and the U.S.
The agreement, as read by senior U.S. officials, allows Iran to immediately begin exporting oil and petroleum products.
Tornadoes reported in Illinois, Iowa as severe weather roils Midwest
Confirmed tornadoes were reported in Illinois and Iowa Wednesday as severe weather brought the risk of thunderstorms and prompted a flurry of tornado warnings for a large swath of the Midwest.
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Is Russia burning through air defense missiles at an "unsustainable rate"?
Ukraine intelligence indicates the country's stepped up drone strikes are forcing Russia to burn through interceptor missiles, possibly faster than it can build new ones.
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Tornadoes reported in Illinois, Iowa as severe weather roils Midwest
Confirmed tornadoes were reported in Illinois and Iowa Wednesday as severe weather brought the risk of thunderstorms and prompted a flurry of tornado warnings for a large swath of the Midwest.
Knicks accepted invitation to visit Trump at White House, Dolan says
The New York Knicks are planning to visit the White House, owner James Dolan said Wednesday, marking a first for an NBA Finals winner during President Trump's time in office.
This law firm has deep ties to Trump. Now a partner is his pick for a top job.
Jamie McDonald, a partner at the firm Sullivan & Cromwell, is President Trump's choice to helm one of the nation's most prestigious federal prosecutors' offices.
Oklahoma pastor drops out of House race after texting scandal
Jackson Lahmeyer had been backed by President Trump, although the president dropped his endorsement shortly before Lahmeyer dropped out.
Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady but leaves door open to hike
U.S. inflation is expected to remain elevated through the end of the year, Fed officials say in their latest forecast.
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Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady but leaves door open to hike
U.S. inflation is expected to remain elevated through the end of the year, Fed officials say in their latest forecast.
Social Security faces looming benefit cuts. Can the program be saved?
Social Security checks could see a 22% cut in 2032 unless Congress takes steps to shore up the program. Here are 5 ideas for fixing it.
Want to start a business? AI can help, business owners say
AI is slashing the cost of starting and running a business. "Everything has decreased in cost and increased in speed," one entrepreneur said.
What to expect as Kevin Warsh leads his first Fed interest rate meeting
New Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh is stepping in at a critical juncture for the U.S. economy, with inflation at its highest level in more than three years.
Yum! Brands sells struggling Pizza Hut in $2.7 billion deal
The sale will split ownership of the pizza chain between a U.S.-based private equity firm and a Chinese restaurant company.
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Knicks accepted invitation to visit Trump at White House, Dolan says
The New York Knicks are planning to visit the White House, owner James Dolan said Wednesday, marking a first for an NBA Finals winner during President Trump's time in office.
How Trump's memo of understanding with Iran compares to the Obama nuclear deal
The Obama-era Iran deal was packed with technical details and specific requirements limiting, but not shutting down, Iran's nuclear program. President Trump's new agreement is more of a framework, and it's not final yet.
This law firm has deep ties to Trump. Now a partner is his pick for a top job.
Jamie McDonald, a partner at the firm Sullivan & Cromwell, is President Trump's choice to helm one of the nation's most prestigious federal prosecutors' offices.
Oklahoma pastor drops out of House race after texting scandal
Jackson Lahmeyer had been backed by President Trump, although the president dropped his endorsement shortly before Lahmeyer dropped out.
Read the 14 points of the agreement between Iran and the U.S.
The agreement, as read by senior U.S. officials, allows Iran to immediately begin exporting oil and petroleum products.
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Ebola outbreak still spreading in Congo: "We are missing cases"
A WHO official tells CBS News Ebola is still spreading in Congo after a month, as experts race to contain the outbreak in Central Africa.
American doctor who recovered from Ebola back in U.S., says he's "feeling well"
Dr. Peter Stafford, his wife, Rebekah Stafford, and their four children all arrived safely on Monday, according to Serge, a Pennsylvania-based Christian missions organization.
They're uninsured after Obamacare became too costly. They're far from alone.
After congressional Republicans let expanded subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans expire at the end of last year, some families have decided the price is too great of a financial burden and canceled their coverage.
Organic formula recalled after 3 babies diagnosed with infant botulism
The affected formula was sold at Target and at Nara.com, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
6/14: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: The lack of obesity in Japan; Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance; former child star Bill Mumy; the past and future of the Houston Astrodome; a time capsule for America's 500th birthday; and soccer art made with gum wrappers.
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How mistrust and war are fueling a deadly Ebola outbreak
Efforts to stop Central Africa's deadly Ebola outbreak face widespread mistrust and porous borders in a war zone.
How Trump's memo of understanding with Iran compares to the Obama nuclear deal
The Obama-era Iran deal was packed with technical details and specific requirements limiting, but not shutting down, Iran's nuclear program. President Trump's new agreement is more of a framework, and it's not final yet.
Read the 14 points of the agreement between Iran and the U.S.
The agreement, as read by senior U.S. officials, allows Iran to immediately begin exporting oil and petroleum products.
Exclusive
Is Russia burning through air defense missiles at an "unsustainable rate"?
Ukraine intelligence indicates the country's stepped up drone strikes are forcing Russia to burn through interceptor missiles, possibly faster than it can build new ones.
Vance says text of U.S.-Iran deal will be released Friday "at the latest"
Vice President JD Vance said on "CBS Monrings" that the Trump administration wants "to tell the American people what's in this deal."
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CBS to host "The Great American Block Party 250" special on July 4
CBS will host a primetime special celebrating America's 250th birthday on Saturday, July 4, with exclusive performances and the largest fireworks show in history.
CBS to host America 250 special on July 4
"CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil and "Entertainment Tonight" co-host Nischelle Turner will host "The Great American Block Party 250," a primetime special on July 4 celebrating America's 250th birthday from Washington, D.C.
Durand Bernarr on new music
Durand Bernarr talks about collaborations in his music, why his new album's title is a tribute to his father and his music journey since his viral Grammy speech earlier this year.
Messi ties men's World Cup goals record with first World Cup hat trick
Lionel Messi tied the Men's World Cup goals record with his first World Cup hat trick as Argentina topped Algeria.
America250 announces concert headliners, host
Chris Stapleton and The Smashing Pumpkins are set to headline America250's "America's Block Party Concert," with Queen Latifah set to host. Rosie Rios, the chair of America250, joins CBS News 24/7 with more.
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Australia's social media ban, 6 months later
Six months after Australia implemented the world's first-ever social media ban for kids under 16, South Australia Premier Peter Malinauskas joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the changes he's seen among teens.
Anthropic pulls access to new AI models
Anthropic pulled access to its newly released AI models, Mythos 5 and Fable 5, after the U.S. government restricted who could use them. David Katzmaier, CNET editor-in-chief, joins CBS News to discuss.
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.
Want to start a business? AI can help, business owners say
AI is slashing the cost of starting and running a business. "Everything has decreased in cost and increased in speed," one entrepreneur said.
SpaceX to buy AI coding assistant Cursor for $60 billion
The deal comes just days after SpaceX went public in the largest IPO in history, raising $75 billion to help fund its expansion.
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Watch: Pentagon releases 6 new UFO videos
The Defense Department released a third batch of UFO files on Friday, three weeks after its second drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
Goblin shark seen alive in natural deep-sea habitat for the first time
The goblin shark had only previously been seen when caught by fishermen and they died shortly afterward.
World's largest whale graveyard found by sub at bottom of ocean
The researchers saw many strange animals — many believed to be new to science — living off the whale carcasses.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Great white shark captured on video in Mediterranean in rare sighting
Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
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Ex-police commissioner on Heuermann sentence
The Long Island architect who lived a secret life as the Gilgo Beach serial killer was sentenced to life in prison without parole on Wednesday. Former Suffolk County Police Commissioner Rodney Harrison, who formed the task force that ultimately led to Rex Heuermann's arrest, joins with analysis.
Gilgo Beach serial killer sentenced
In a Long Island courtroom Wednesday, Rex Heuermann received three life sentences for choking and dismembering eight women, most of them in his basement, over the course of more than 15 years. The 62-year-old addressed the court before he was sent away. Tom Hanson reports.
Inside Gilgo Beach killer's sentencing hearing
A judge on Wednesday sentenced Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann to life in prison without parole. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan was in the courtroom and joins with details.
Heuermann addresses court as he's sentenced
Rex Heuermann was sentenced to life in prison without parole Wednesday after pleading guilty to a series of murders known as the Gilgo Beach serial killings. Heuermann spoke at the hearing where the sentence was handed down. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
Rex Heuermann sentenced to life in prison
Rex Huermann, the man who pleaded guilty to a series of murders known as the Gilgo Beach serial killings, has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
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NASA chief defends choice of all-male crew for Artemis III mission
NASA's Jared Isaacman says the crew was selected solely based on their experience, expertise and availability for flight assignment.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Sun erupts with 3 solar flares, raising chances of northern lights for U.S.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
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Australia's social media ban, 6 months later
Six months after Australia implemented the world's first-ever social media ban for kids under 16, South Australia Premier Peter Malinauskas joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the changes he's seen among teens.
Breaking down the powers of a grand jury
California Gov. Gavin Newsom and his wife are the latest White House adversaries to claim they are now under investigation by the Justice Department. The DOJ has not commented on Newsom's claim. The alleged investigation has raised questions about the powers of a federal grand jury. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks it all down.
Breaking down preliminary U.S.-Iran deal
A White House official tells CBS News that President Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian remotely signed a memorandum of understanding to end the Iran war. Eric Lob, associate professor of politics and international relations at Florida International University, joins with analysis.
Ex-police commissioner on Heuermann sentence
The Long Island architect who lived a secret life as the Gilgo Beach serial killer was sentenced to life in prison without parole on Wednesday. Former Suffolk County Police Commissioner Rodney Harrison, who formed the task force that ultimately led to Rex Heuermann's arrest, joins with analysis.
Flooding along Texas coast; tornadoes in Midwest
Millions of Americans along the Gulf Coast are bracing for more torrential rain from Tropical Storm Arthur that could lead to life-threatening flash flooding. Parts of the Midwest are under a tornado watch and could also experience flooding. CBS News national weather correspondent Rob Maricano has the latest from Illinois.