Trial delayed for ex-cops charged in Floyd’s death
A judge has pushed back the trial of three former Minneapolis police officers charged in the death of George Floyd.
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Federal civil rights charges filed against ex-cops in George Floyd's death
The new charges come as Derek Chauvin awaits sentencing on his murder and manslaughter convictions.
Lieutenant: Chauvin did not use authorized restraint
Witness testimony continues in Derek Chauvin's murder trial for the death of George Floyd, with testimony from police department training officials. Binny Miller, a law professor and co-director of the Criminal Justice Clinic at American University Washington College of Law, joins CBSN with analysis of the trial so far.
Derek Chauvin trial: Witnesses testify on Day 12
The state of Minnesota has rested its case against Derek Chauvin in his murder trial in the George Floyd case. Now, the defense has begun to call its witnesses. Judith Browne Dianis of the Advancement Project joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero with her analysis.
DOJ probes Minneapolis police department
U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland announced an investigation into whether the Minneapolis Police Department engages in discrimination and excessive force. Jeff Pegues reports.
Funeral for Daunte Wright set to begin
The Department of Justice announced a new probe into the Minneapolis police department. Meanwhile, the funeral of Daunte Wright, who was fatally shot by a police officer in nearby Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, is set to begin Thursday. CBS News' Laura Podesta has the latest details.
DOJ announces probe into Minneapolis police
Attorney General Merrick Garland opened an investigation into the Minneapolis Police Department’s policies, training and use of force investigations. Jeff Pegues has more.
Justice Department opens probe of Minneapolis police after Chauvin verdict
A jury in Hennepin County, Minnesota, found Minneapolis Police officer Derek Chauvin guilty of murder.
What's next after Chauvin's conviction?
Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin is facing up to 40 years in prison after he was found guilty of murdering George Floyd. CBS News correspondent Jamie Yuccas reports from Minneapolis, and then legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe and Judith Browne Dianis, executive director of the Advancement Project National Office, joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss the case.
NAACP president on Chauvin murder conviction
Activists say the murder conviction of Derek Chauvin in the killing of George Floyd is not justice, but rather accountability for the actions of police officers. Derrick Johnson, the president of the NAACP, spoke with CBSN's Tanya Rivero about the next steps he'd like to see.
Chauvin verdict brings relief
After a weeks-long trial including dozens of witness interviews and harrowing video evidence, Derek Chauvin was found guilty on all counts for killing George Floyd. The former Minneapolis cop could face decades in prison. WCCO reporter Christiane Cordero joined CBSN from Minneapolis to talk about the reaction from the community, and what comes next.
Chauvin verdict comes year after police called Floyd's death "medical distress"
On the day of George Floyd's fatal arrest, Minneapolis police described a "medical incident" with no mention of an officer kneeling on Floyd's neck for more than 9 minutes.
Federal probe of Minneapolis police
Attorney General Merrick Garland announced Wednesday the Justice Department has opened a civil investigation into the Minneapolis Police Department's policing practices following the conviction of former officer Derek Chauvin for the death of George Floyd. Watch his remarks, followed by analysis from CBS News chief Justice and Homeland Security correspondent Jeff Pegues on CBSN.
Floyd family lawyer comments on verdict
"George Floyd's soul can finally rest in peace," family attorney L. Chris Stewart told reporters at a press conference in Minneapolis after the verdict against former police officer Derek Chauvin was handed down. The morning after the conclusion of the historic trial, Stewart speaks to Anne-Marie Green on "CBSN AM" about justice and accountability.
Minneapolis braces for verdict in Chauvin murder trial
Minneapolis is preparing for the worst as jurors deliberate a verdict in the Derek Chauvin murder trial. Jeff Pegues has more.
Minneapolis braces for Chauvin murder trial verdict
Police across the country are preparing for unrest in response to the verdict in Derek Chauvin's murder trial. Children in Minneapolis are feeling the anxiety as tensions build. Jamie Yuccas reports.
Closing arguments next in Derek Chauvin trial
Closing arguments are set to begin next week in the trial of Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer accused of killing George Floyd. Jody Armour, a law professor at University of Southern California's Gould School of Law, joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero with what's next in the trial.
Derek Chauvin declines to testify
After less than two days arguing their case, Derek Chauvin's defense rested. The former officer, who is on trial for George Floyd's death, invoked his Fifth Amendment right and did not testify. Jamie Yuccas reports.
The Chief, The Opioid Playbook
Minneapolis Police Chief Medaria Arradondo on George Floyd’s killing, policies during protests and reform for his department; And, pharmaceutical executives face prison time for racketeering, after breaking FDA laws, enticing doctors to boost opioid sales.
Defense begins calling witnesses in Chauvin trial
The prosecution rested its case after more than two weeks in Derek Chauvin's murder trial. The defense called a use of force expert and a former officer as its first witnesses. Jamie Yuccas has the latest.
Defense expert: George Floyd died of underlying issues
A key witness in Derek Chauvin's defense testified that many factors contributed to George Floyd's death, but Chauvin's knee was not one of them. Jamie Yuccas has the latest on the trial.
Medical expert: Floyd died of cardiac arrhythmia
Day 13 of the Derek Chauvin trial got underway in Minneapolis today. The defense is trying to prove to the jury that George Floyd died as a result of an underlying heart condition and drug use. Sarah Davis, executive director of the Legal Rights Center, joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero for a closer look.
George Floyd didn't die from overdose, expert says
The chief medical examiner who performed George Floyd's autopsy testified Friday for the first time. He said Floyd died from police force, not from drugs or underlying health conditions. This comes as the defense is preparing to begin presenting their case next week. CBS News legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe joined CBSN's Lana Zak to break down the testimony.
Interaction with police killed Floyd, examiner says
The medical examiner who performed an autopsy on George Floyd's body testified that his interaction with police caused his death. Jamie Yuccas reports.
Analyst: Expert deals blow to Chauvin defense
A forensic pathologist took the stand in the Derek Chauvin murder trial on Friday, explaining why she agrees with the medical examiner that George Floyd died because of how he was subdued by police. Dr. Lindsey Thomas testified that Floyd wouldn't have died that day if he had not encountered the officers outside of the Cup Foods. Legal analyst Jessica Levinson discusses her testimony with Vladimir Duthiers on CBSN.
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