Memphis lieutenant on scene of Tyre Nichols' beating retired with benefits
Lt. DeWayne Smith retired one day before a termination hearing was to be held to determine if he would be fired, records showed.
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DOJ probe rebukes Louisville police
The Department of Justice has released a scathing report which found that Louisville police engaged in a pattern of discrimination against the Black community. The report was prompted by the March 2020 fatal shooting of Breonna Taylor. CBS News chief national affairs and justice correspondent Jeff Pegues has more.
Release of additional Tyre Nichols arrest footage delayed by court order
The decision comes after a Motion for Protective Order was filed Wednesday morning, by the attorneys for the officers charged in Nichols' death.
DOJ will review specialized police units in wake of Tyre Nichols beating
The department will also review the Memphis Police Department's use of force and de-escalation policies at the request of the city's mayor and police chief.
Memphis releasing more Tyre Nichols video
The city of Memphis announced it will release an additional 20-hours of video from the police beating of Tyre Nichols later today. He died three days after being arrested in January. The Biden administration is preparing to relax COVID-linked travel restrictions on people coming from China as soon as Friday. And Nobel laureate, acclaimed novelist and former Princeton professor Toni Morrison has been immortalized in a new forever stamp.
Tennessee county to study reparations
Shelby County. which includes the city of Memphis, is forming a committee to study the feasibility of reparations for the descendants of slaves. Katherine Burgess, a reporter for The Commercial Appeal newspaper, joins CBS News' Elaine Quijano and Errol Barnett to discuss why this is happening now and the arguments surrounding it.
Ex-cops plead not guilty in Tyre Nichols case
Five former Memphis police officers pleaded not guilty Friday to second-degree murder and other charges in the death of Tyre Nichols. The 29-year-old Black man died three days after being stopped by police on January 7. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston spoke with Catherine Herridge about what the district attorney had to say about the case.
Ex-officers plead not guilty in Tyre Nichols' death
Five former Memphis police officers pleaded not guilty to second-degree murder and other charges in the brutal beating of Tyre Nichols. Defense attorneys believe unreleased video will show why their clients pleaded not guilty. Elise Preston reports.
Officers plead not guilty in Nichols' murder
The five former Memphis police officers charged in the death of Tyre Nichols have pleaded not guilty to his murder. They appeared in court for their arraignment this morning. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston has more from Memphis.
Memphis NAACP leader on police reform
Memphis NAACP President Von Turner Jr. was in the courtroom as 5 officers pleaded not guilty in the death of Tyre Nichols. Turner joins CBS News to talk about his reaction and the need for reform.
Deputies suspended in Tyre Nichols case didn't keep bodycams on
Five Memphis officers accused of beating Nichols have been fired and charged with second-degree murder.
Officers charged in Nichols' death face case review
The Shelby County District Attorney's Office says it's reviewing every case -- both open and closed -- involving the five former Memphis police officers charged in the death of Tyre Nichols. Meanwhile, another man is accusing the same officers of a similar attack just days before Nichols' arrest. Elise Preston reports.
Lawsuit: Officers charged in Tyre Nichols' death assaulted another Black motorist
The Shelby County District Attorney's Office said it is now reviewing every open and closed case involving the five former Memphis police officers.
More officers investigated in Tyre Nichols' death
Several more Memphis police officers could be charged in connection with the violent beating of Tyre Nichols, who died days after the incident, officials said Tuesday. Six Memphis officers have already been fired in the case, including five who are charged with second-degree murder.
7 more Memphis officers may face discipline in Tyre Nichols case
The disturbing video of Nichols' arrest sparked outrage across the country as questions were raised about the conduct of several police officers and first responders at the scene.
Open: This is "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 5
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," the high stakes diplomatic drama over the Chinese spy balloon is intensifying, as we learn more about what the Chinese may have discovered from their soaring surveillance. We ask Texas Republican Sen. Ted Cruz how the incident will impact our already strained relationship with China. Then, following the brutal beating of Tyre Nichols by the Memphis police, we'll take a look at efforts to renew police reform with New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker.
Giant panda named Le Le dies after 20 years at Memphis Zoo
Le Le's peaceful death as he slept was "sudden and unexpected" with no indication that he was sick, officials say.
Sixth officer fired after Tyre Nichols' death
A sixth Memphis police officer was fired Friday in the wake of the death of Tyre Nichols. The Memphis Police Department said Preston Hemphill was fired for violations of personal conduct, truthfulness and compliance with regulations when it comes to the use of his Taser.
Sixth Memphis police officer fired after death of Tyre Nichols
In a statement earlier this week, the department said officer Preston Hemphill was under investigation for his participation in the "initial traffic stop" of Nichols "and the use of a Taser."
Mourners gather to remember Tyre Nichols
Mourners gathered in Memphis, Tennessee, to remember Tyre Nichols at his funeral service Wednesday. Elise Preston has more on the swift actions the White House plans to take when it comes to police reform in the wake of his death.
Tyre Nichols remembered in Memphis funeral service
Tyre Nichols, who died following a violent arrest by Memphis police officers last month, was honored in a funeral service Wednesday. Vice President Kamala Harris was in attendance and made brief remarks, while Rev. Al Sharpton delivered the eulogy. Elise Preston reports
Tyre Nichols remembered in Memphis funeral
Hundreds of people attended a funeral service Wednesday for Tyre Nichols, a 29-year-old man who died three days after being violently arrested by Memphis police. Vice President Kamala Harris spoke during the service, while Rev. Al Sharpton delivered the eulogy. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston joined John Dickerson to discuss the emotional service.
Kamala Harris to attend Tyre Nichols' funeral
Vice President Kamala Harris will attend the funeral of Tyre Nichols, according to the White House. The funeral will be held Wednesday in Memphis.
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Live Updates: U.S.-Israel launch another round of strikes on Iran
President Trump said that "heavy and pinpoint bombing" of Iran would "continue, uninterrupted throughout the week or, as long as necessary."
Iran's Khamenei killed in U.S.-Israeli strikes after nearly 40-year reign
President Trump posted on social media that Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei had been killed after a massive U.S. and Israeli military operation Saturday.
Trump: Diplomatic solution in Iran remains possible and "much easier now"
The president said the strikes have put immense pressure on Iran, and he believes the U.S.-Israeli military action can lead to an eventual diplomatic solution.
Cotton says U.S., allies looking at "weeks, not days" in Iran
"We're probably looking at weeks, not days, of joint efforts by the United States, Israel and our Arab partners, who have also been attacked this morning," Sen. Tom Cotton told CBS News on Saturday.
Map shows military strike locations across Iran
A map created by the CBS News data team shows the strike locations across Iran, including the capital and the site of a major nuclear facility.
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Anthropic CEO says he's sticking to AI "red lines" despite clash with Pentagon
After the Trump administration cut it off, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News in an exclusive interview Friday night he wants to work with the military — but only if it addresses the firm's concerns.
U.S. politicians react after Trump launches military operation against Iran
Trump ally Sen. Lindsey Graham said the operation would be "violent, extensive and I believe, at the end of the day, successful."
World leaders and governments react to U.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran
U.S. allies and adversaries responded to the joint attacks by the U.S. and Israel on Iran with concern over the risks of a new war in the Middle East.
Body of notorious cartel boss "El Mencho" returned to family
Mexico's attorney general's office said it performed genetic tests to match the cartel leader's remains to the family.
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Trump: Diplomatic solution in Iran remains possible and "much easier now"
The president said the strikes have put immense pressure on Iran, and he believes the U.S.-Israeli military action can lead to an eventual diplomatic solution.
Chocolate supplement recalled over erectile dysfunction drug
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CBS News poll on Americans' views on Iran prior to conflict
Americans weighed in on how long a conflict with Iran might last and what Congress should do.
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Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei calls White House's actions "retaliatory and punitive"
Hours before Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei's interview, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth deemed the AI company a "supply chain risk to national security," which restricts military contractors from doing business with Anthropic.
A Hawaii man tackled his sports gambling addiction by offering free surf lessons
For Buddy Wiggins of Honolulu, Hawaii, the end result of a yearslong sports gambling addiction has come to this: soliciting strangers on the beach.
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Anthropic CEO says he's sticking to AI "red lines" despite clash with Pentagon
After the Trump administration cut it off, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News in an exclusive interview Friday night he wants to work with the military — but only if it addresses the firm's concerns.
Hegseth declares Anthropic a "supply chain risk to national security"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth deemed artificial intelligence firm Anthropic a supply chain risk on Friday, following days of increasingly heated public conflict with the AI company.
Robots, already in hospitals, are ready to roll in other industries
In the years to come, robots will help offset worker shortages in health care, manufacturing and other industries, experts say.
Book excerpt: "Streetwise" by Lloyd Blankfein
In his new memoir, the former CEO of Goldman Sachs writes about a life that stretched from the projects of New York City to the pinnacle of Wall Street.
Small business owner is already giving her customers a tariff refund
"If somebody charges you something and it's unlawful, they should give you your money back," Dame CEO Alexandra Fine said.
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Cotton says U.S., allies looking at "weeks, not days" in Iran
"We're probably looking at weeks, not days, of joint efforts by the United States, Israel and our Arab partners, who have also been attacked this morning," Sen. Tom Cotton told CBS News on Saturday.
Iran's Khamenei killed in U.S.-Israeli strikes after nearly 40-year reign
President Trump posted on social media that Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei had been killed after a massive U.S. and Israeli military operation Saturday.
CBS News poll on Americans' views on Iran prior to conflict
Americans weighed in on how long a conflict with Iran might last and what Congress should do.
U.S. politicians react after Trump launches military operation against Iran
Trump ally Sen. Lindsey Graham said the operation would be "violent, extensive and I believe, at the end of the day, successful."
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Read the full transcript of our interview with Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei sat down with CBS News for an exclusive interview Friday, hours after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth declared the company a supply chain risk to national security.
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Chocolate supplement recalled over erectile dysfunction drug
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College student's mystery illness diagnosed as Stage IV cancer
Emma Operacz was diagnosed with a rare cancer at 21. An unusual treatment and bone marrow donation from her sister saved her life.
Medicaid is paying for more dental care. GOP cuts threaten to reverse the trend.
More than three dozen states cover dental services for people on Medicaid, but with about $900 billion in cuts expected to hit states over the next decade, many programs could roll back dental coverage.
Health premiums threaten their nest egg. A terminal diagnosis may spare it.
Chaz and Jean Franklin were facing a sevenfold increase in their health premium payments with the expiration of enhanced federal subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans. Then Jean received a crushing diagnosis.
Could "kidulting" be the way to take the work out of your workout?
A British gym chain is offering classes in "kidulting," luring adults into fitness with classes built around playground and PE class classics.
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Trump: Diplomatic solution in Iran remains possible and "much easier now"
The president said the strikes have put immense pressure on Iran, and he believes the U.S.-Israeli military action can lead to an eventual diplomatic solution.
Body of notorious cartel boss "El Mencho" returned to family
Mexico's attorney general's office said it performed genetic tests to match the cartel leader's remains to the family.
Cotton says U.S., allies looking at "weeks, not days" in Iran
"We're probably looking at weeks, not days, of joint efforts by the United States, Israel and our Arab partners, who have also been attacked this morning," Sen. Tom Cotton told CBS News on Saturday.
Iran's Khamenei killed in U.S.-Israeli strikes after nearly 40-year reign
President Trump posted on social media that Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei had been killed after a massive U.S. and Israeli military operation Saturday.
Map shows military strike locations across Iran
A map created by the CBS News data team shows the strike locations across Iran, including the capital and the site of a major nuclear facility.
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Actor Shia LaBeouf arrested again on battery charge in New Orleans
Shia LaBeouf, who was charged with battery after police say he punched several people outside a New Orleans bar earlier this month, was arrested again on Saturday.
Renate Reinsve's remarkable rise
Oscar-nominated actress Renate Reinsve sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss her journey to the mainstage and her nomination for her role in "Sentimental Value."
Breaking down the economics of Taylor Swift
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Iron & Wine performs "In Your Ocean"
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Iron & Wine performs "Roses"
Iron & Wine is the long-running and widely acclaimed project of American singer-songwriter Sam Beam. The five-time Grammy nominee's eighth full-length album "Hen's Teeth" is out now and features collaborations with the folk trio "I'm With Her" and backing vocals from his daughter Arden. Here's Iron & Wine performing "Roses."
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Anthropic CEO says he's sticking to AI "red lines" despite clash with Pentagon
After the Trump administration cut it off, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News in an exclusive interview Friday night he wants to work with the military — but only if it addresses the firm's concerns.
Anthropic CEO on "punitive" Pentagon action
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei said that the Pentagon's decision to designate the AI company a supply chain risk is "retaliatory and punitive." The Pentagon made the designation, which restricts military contractors from doing business with Anthropic, after the company refused to give the military unfettered access to its AI model.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei sat down with CBS News for an exclusive interview, hours after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth declared the company a supply chain risk to national security, which restricts military contractors from doing business with the AI giant. Amodei called the move "retaliatory and punitive," and he said Anthropic sought to draw "red lines" in the government's use of its technology because "we believe that crossing those lines is contrary to American values, and we wanted to stand up for American values."
Anthropic CEO on "red lines" for AI military use
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei said in an exclusive interview with CBS News that the AI company sought to draw "red lines" in the government's use of its technology because "we believe that crossing those lines is contrary to American values, and we wanted to stand up for American values." He added: "Disagreeing with the government is the most American thing in the world."
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NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
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How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
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These United States: George Washington and climate change
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Body of notorious cartel boss "El Mencho" returned to family
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Actor Shia LaBeouf arrested again on battery charge in New Orleans
Shia LaBeouf, who was charged with battery after police say he punched several people outside a New Orleans bar earlier this month, was arrested again on Saturday.
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Former President Bill Clinton is up next for a deposition before members of the House Oversight Committee regarding his alleged links to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
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War with Iran | CBS News Special
Tony Dokoupil anchors special coverage of the large-scale military operation launched by the U.S. and Israel on Iran, killing Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who ruled for nearly 40 years. President Trump said the U.S. would continue "heavy and pinpoint bombing" throughout the week or "as long as necessary."
Masih Alinejad discusses Iranian leader's death
Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in strikes by the U.S. and Israel on Saturday. CBS News contributor Masih Alinejad, who has survived three plots by Iran's regime to kill or kidnap her, discusses the crippling of the Iranian regime.
Potential impact of Iran strikes on oil, gas prices
Some Americans are concerned about how attacks on Iran could impact the economy. CBS News' Jericka Duncan discusses the potential impact.
Security expert on avoiding threats in the U.S.
CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd, who served as assistant secretary for counterterrorism for the Department of Homeland Security, discusses how the U.S. is working to share intelligence and counter any domestic attacks.
Analyzing the destabilization of Iran's regime
With the U.S. and Israel launching an armed conflict with Iran, Saturday could mark one of the most consequential days for the Middle East in generations. Analyst and author Douglas Murray and CBS News' Major Garrett break it all down.