Army's first female deep-sea diver reflects on her journey
Retired Master Sgt. Andrea Motley Crabtree's portrait was recently displayed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.
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Health gap takes toll on Black Americans
A new study looking at 22 years' worth of health data reveals the stark impact of racial disparities. Researchers found over 1.6 million excess deaths among Black Americans during that period compared to the White population. CBS News' Danya Bacchus reports.
Buffalo shooting, 1 year later
One year has passed since a targeted, racist massacre at a grocery store in Buffalo, New York. Jericka Duncan reflects on the last year with four people who were impacted by the shooting in different ways.
Three children among the dead in shooting
The town of Allen, Texas, is mourning after the shooting deaths of at least eight people at a shopping mall, including three small children. Omar Villafranca reports.
Detention ruling delayed for Pentagon leaker
A judge delayed a detention ruling for Pentagon leak suspect Jack Teixeira. The suspect's father testified for the defense arguing for supervised release, but federal prosecutors claim Teixeira is a flight risk and has a troubling history of violent and racist rhetoric. Catherine Herridge reports from Washington.
The fight over banning books
Between 2020 and 2022, the number of book titles that have been banned in U.S. libraries and schools spiked more than 1,100%, to more than 2,500, while activists in 37 states have challenged school districts for offering non-fiction and fiction books that discuss race and racism, slavery, sex and gender identity. Correspondent Martha Teichner talks with opposing forces on the reading battlefield today, from the founders of the activist group Moms for Liberty, to library officials, a teacher removed from her classroom for giving her students access to banned books, and cartoonist Art Spiegelman, whose Holocaust-themed graphic novel "Maus" has been targeted by book banners.
Racist texts by California police officers lead to federal lawsuit
The texts include frequent use of the terms "monkey" and "gorilla," and boast about beating up suspects and targeting Black people for traffic stops.
Police scandal widens in Northern California
Several people are suing the Northern California city of Antioch and police officers, claiming a pattern of abuse. They point to racist text messages sent by officers, which were revealed in a recent investigative report. Elise Preston reports.
FBI: California officers sent racist texts
An FBI report has found that 45 officers for the Antioch Police Department in Northern California have sent and received racist text messages since 2019. Elise Preston has more.
Torch-carrying marchers indicted in Charlottesville rally
A grand jury in Virginia has indicted multiple people on felony charges for carrying flaming torches with the intent to intimidate during a rally at the University of Virginia campus in Charlottesville nearly six years ago.
Suspect surrenders in Ralph Yarl shooting
The 84-year-old man accused of shooting a Black teenager who went to the wrong house surrendered to police in Kansas city, Missouri, Tuesday. Ralph Yarl, 16, was trying to pick up his twin brothers from a friend's house, but went to the wrong address. Adriana Diaz reports.
2023 "State of Black America" report
The National Urban League has released its annual "State of Black America" report, which says democracy for Black Americans is "under attack." CBS News' Lilia Luciano and Lana Zak spoke with Marc Morial, the president and CEO of the National Urban League, about the findings.
In text message, officer allegedly brags about kicking murder suspect in head
Authorities are releasing racist and violent text messages allegedly exchanged between officers at California's Antioch Police Department, which is under investigation.
Oklahoma officials accused of speaking of killing journalists, using racist language
The sheriff's office at the center of the firestorm says a secretly-made recording involved appears to have been altered. Oklahoma's governor is calling for the resignations of four officials.
Rodney King's daughter talks police brutality
This week marks 30 years since a federal jury convicted two Los Angeles police officers of violating Rodney King's civil rights during the infamous 1991 arrest. Rodney King's daughter Lora Dene King, founder and CEO of the Rodney King Foundation, discusses ongoing police brutality and racism with CBS News' Anne-Marie Green and Vlad Duthiers.
New York Red Bulls player suspended 6 games for racial slur
The Belgian forward used a racial slur during a game last week against the San Jose Earthquakes, sparking an on-field scuffle.
Investigators make progress identifying Tulsa massacre victims, scientist says
"We get closer to figuring out who was buried in that cemetery and when," said forensic anthropologist Phoebe Stubblefield.
"Uncovering inequality" project reveals extent of systemic racism
Five reports released this week outline the ways race-based discrimination continues to pervade society.
San Francisco to consider Black reparations plan, including $5 million per person
The San Francisco Board of Supervisors will vote Tuesday on a Black reparations proposal for the city.
Schwarzenegger urges haters and antisemites not to "throw away their futures"
"Hate burns fast and bright. It might make you feel empowered for a while, but it eventually consumes whatever vessel it fuels," Schwarzenegger said.
Cambridge's youngest-ever Black professor didn't speak until he was 11
Jason Arday couldn't read or write until he was 18 years old. Now he's reached the top of the academic world. Here's how, and what he's determined to do next.
Dilbert distributor cuts ties to strip's creator over his race remarks
Various U.S. media publishers said they would no longer give Adams a platform after he made comments described as racist, hateful and discriminatory in a Feb. 22 YouTube video.
Several media outlets drop Dilbert comic strip after creator's racist remarks
Various media officials denounced the comments by Dilbert creator Scott Adams as racist, hateful and discriminatory, while saying they would no longer provide a platform for his work.
Heather McGhee on, "The Sum of Us" adaptation
Author Heather McGhee adapted her book, "The Sum of Us," for young adults. She shares why it's so important to understand racist roots and start conversations.
Buffalo store shooter gets life in prison
The gunman who killed 10 people and injured three more in a racist mass shooting at a Buffalo, New York, supermarket last year was sentenced to life in prison without parole. Jeff Pegues reports.
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House passes debt ceiling deal and sends it to the Senate
A majority of Democrats and a majority of Republicans voted in favor of the Fiscal Responsibility Act.
Special counsel has audio of Trump discussing classified document
In the recording, Trump acknowledged he kept a classified Pentagon document after he left the White House.
U.S. plans to admit nearly 40,000 asylum-seekers per month through app
U.S. officials are preparing to distribute 1,250 appointments each day to migrants in Mexico so they can present themselves at ports of entry for an opportunity to be allowed to seek asylum.
Jury finds actor Danny Masterson guilty of 2 counts of rape
The 47-year-old actor faces up to 30 years in prison.
2024 GOP presidential contenders slam debt ceiling deal
Only one of the Republican presidential candidates has a vote to cast on the suspension of the debt limit.
North Korea calls U.S. "gangster-like," vows another satellite launch
Kim Yo Jong, the sister of Kim Jong Un, accused the U.S. of hypocrisy and "gangster-like logic," vowing another military spy satellite launch in the near future.
Man pleads guilty to disturbing baby bison that had to be euthanized
While park officials said there was no indication that the man acted maliciously, his actions led to the baby bison's death.
Store owner who allegedly killed teen previously shot at two shoplifters
Columbia convenience store owner Rick Yow, who was charged with allegedly killing a teen he wrongly accused of shoplifting, had previously shot a shoplifter in the leg and opened fire on another shoplifter's vehicle.
Frustrated coastal home buyers contend with low inventory, high demand
Home buyers in many U.S. coastal areas are advised to prepare to settle, bring cash offers and close quickly.
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Boehner praises McCarthy's handling of debt ceiling
"There wasn't any doubt. Because McCarthy — everybody understands that you can't violate the debt limit," Boehner said on "The Takeout."
U.S. plans to admit nearly 40,000 asylum-seekers per month through app
U.S. officials are preparing to distribute 1,250 appointments each day to migrants in Mexico so they can present themselves at ports of entry for an opportunity to be allowed to seek asylum.
2024 presidential contenders slam debt ceiling deal
Only one of the Republican presidential candidates has a vote to cast on the suspension of the debt limit.
Man pleads guilty to disturbing baby bison that had to be euthanized
While park officials said there was no indication that the man acted maliciously, his actions led to the baby bison's death.
Frustrated coastal home buyers contend with low inventory, high demand
Home buyers in many U.S. coastal areas are advised to prepare to settle, bring cash offers and close quickly.
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Frustrated coastal home buyers contend with low inventory, high demand
Home buyers in many U.S. coastal areas are advised to prepare to settle, bring cash offers and close quickly.
Delta's "carbon-neutral" claim is greenwashing, lawsuit alleges
Suit alleges airline relied on shoddy carbon "offsets" in order to market itself as climate-friendly.
Fake heiress Anna "Delvey" Sorokin to launch podcast
Convicted con artist said the new podcast will give listeners a chance "to meet the real me."
Amazon's Ring gave workers access to customer videos, FTC alleges
One Ring employee watched "thousands" of videos belonging to 81 women, the regulatory agency claims.
Mortgage rates are shooting up again, raising homeownership costs
Average interest rate on a typical home loan is edging toward 7%, the highest level in seven months.
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Boehner praises McCarthy's handling of debt ceiling
"There wasn't any doubt. Because McCarthy — everybody understands that you can't violate the debt limit," Boehner said on "The Takeout."
2024 presidential contenders slam debt ceiling deal
Only one of the Republican presidential candidates has a vote to cast on the suspension of the debt limit.
Special counsel has audio of Trump discussing classified document
In the recording, Trump acknowledged he kept a classified Pentagon document after he left the White House.
Who's running for president in 2024? Meet the candidates — and likely candidates — vying for your vote
Seven Republicans have announced their candidacies for president so far. And President Joe Biden announced in April that he'd run for reelection.
McCarthy dismisses threats to oust him as speaker over debt ceiling deal
House Freedom Caucus members are unhappy with the debt ceiling deal between House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and President Biden.
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What is cytomegalovirus, the leading infectious cause of birth defects?
More than half of U.S. adults have it, and it typically doesn't make them sick — but few people have ever heard of it.
Alex Rodriguez reveals gum disease: What to know about the diagnosis
Alex Rodriguez is opening up about a condition that he shares with nearly half of adult Americans: gum disease. Here's what to know about the diagnosis.
Alex Rodriguez reveals he's been diagnosed with early-stage gum disease
Rodriguez, or A-Rod as he is known, has partnered with the health products company OraPharma to help raise awareness.
Finding resilience after trauma
For Mental Health Awareness Month, CBS News producer Adam Zeelens writes about finding resilience after trauma.
How a medical recoding may limit breast cancer patients' options
The federal government is reconsidering a decision that critics say would limit women's options for reconstructive surgery.
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North Korea calls U.S. "gangster-like," vows another satellite launch
Kim Yo Jong, the sister of Kim Jong Un, accused the U.S. of hypocrisy and "gangster-like logic," vowing another military spy satellite launch in the near future.
$1M reward offered in 50-year-old case of missing Australian boy
Jimmy Taylor was 12 years old when he disappeared in August 1974. He was last seen at a store near his home in western Australia.
"Narco sub" seized as crew tries in vain to sink 5,300 pounds of cocaine
Officials said the crew tried to open valves and sink the vessel along with its drug-laden cargo. It didn't work.
Plan to dump Fukushima nuclear plant water into sea faces local opposition
The plan has alarmed the public and outraged fishermen — even as the international energy agency looks inclined to back it.
13 family members die after reportedly eating toxic porridge
The victims ranged in age from 2 to 33, the health ministry said.
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Dolly Parton holds 3 new Guinness World Records
Country legend Dolly Parton has been awarded three new Guinness World Records for her musical achievements, including the record for the longest span of No.1 hits for a female artist on the U.S. Top Country Albums chart, at more than 43 years.
Dolly Parton earns new Guinness World Records for musical achievements
Parton set the record for the longest span of No. 1 hits on the US Top Country Albums chart for a female artist.
Fake heiress Anna "Delvey" Sorokin to launch podcast
Convicted con artist said the new podcast will give listeners a chance "to meet the real me."
Tupac Shakur to be honored with star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Shakur's sister, Sekyiwa "Set" Shakur, will accept the honor on the artist's behalf on June 7 on Hollywood Boulevard.
Singer Sia reveals she is "on the spectrum"
The singer opened up about being what she called "neuroatypical" and being in recovery from substance abuse during a recent podcast appearance.
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Why Nvidia's chips are so important for AI
Nvidia's market cap fell to around $936 billion on Wednesday after a stock surge triggered by the artificial intelligence boom briefly pushed it to over $1 trillion. Forbes senior writer Richard Nieva joins CBS News to discuss market affection for AI.
Experts warn AI could pose threat to humanity
In an open letter from the Center for AI Safety, more than 300 people agreed mitigating the potential risks of artificial intelligence should be a global priority. The warning comes as AI chipmaker Nvidia rises to the trillion-dollar valuation mark this week. Asa Fitch, a Wall Street Journal reporter covering semiconductor companies, joins CBS News to discuss.
Industry leaders warn of AI risks
Dozens of industry leaders, including the CEO of ChatGPT creator OpenAI, are warning about the potential risks of artificial intelligence. They said it should be a "global priority" to mitigate the risks of extinction brought about by AI.
Elizabeth Holmes begins 11-year prison sentence
Disgraced Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes reported to prison Tuesday to begin her 11-year sentence. Holmes will begin serving her sentence for defrauding investors in a Texas federal prison. Janet Shamlian reports.
Nvidia reaches $1 trillion market value
The company said it is boosting production of the chips, which are used in products like ChatGPT.
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Hurricanes and climate change: What's the connection?
Science tells us there's a connection between hurricanes and climate change. But how strong is it? And what can we expect for the future?
Unorthodox crops could be the future of food
Some scientists believe America's breadbasket could soon be at risk of potentially emptying, and they're warning a relentless drought is harming the nation's wheat crops. Science journalist Jenny Morber, who reports on climate resiliency and food, joined CBS News to discuss how researchers are trying to solve the problem.
Supreme Court weakens EPA power over wetlands
The Supreme Court has again weakened the power of the Environmental Protection Agency. This time it involves wetlands. Jess Bravin, Supreme Court correspondent for the Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News to break down the court's latest ruling and its implications for the environment.
Italy leads revolt against Europe's electric vehicle transition
PM Giorgia Meloni's far-right government tried and failed to block EU plans to ban all new fossil fuel-powered cars by 2035, but it's not giving up the fight entirely.
3 states reach deal on Colorado River water
Three of the seven Colorado River states - California, Arizona and Nevada - have agreed to cut their water usage by 3 million acre-feet by 2026. Some 40 million people and more than two dozen Native American tribes depend on the Colorado River. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy breaks down the details of the historic deal.
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Man pleads guilty to disturbing baby bison that had to be euthanized
While park officials said there was no indication that the man acted maliciously, his actions led to the baby bison's death.
New details in South Carolina teen's shooting
A South Carolina store who allegedly fatally shot a 14-year-old boy who was wrongly accused of shoplifting was involved in a previous shooting in 2018 for which he was not criminally charged. Nicole Sganga has more.
Special counsel obtains Trump audio in docs probe
Jack Smith, the Justice Department's special counsel investigating whether former President Donald Trump mishandled classified documents after leaving office, has obtained audio from 2021 in which Trump seemingly acknowledged he held onto a classified Pentagon document after leaving the White House, sources told CBS News. Catherine Herridge has more.
Three women escaped from the prison housing Elizabeth Holmes in 2017
The women that escaped were serving time for drug charges, according to court documents.
Jury finds actor Danny Masterson guilty of 2 counts of rape
The jury of seven women and five men spent more than six days deliberating.
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What NASA's UFO hearing revealed
NASA on Wednesday held its first public meeting looking into UFOs -- known now as UAPs, or unidentified anomalous phenomena. A panel of experts came together to try and explain the mysterious sightings. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood explains what investigators have discovered so far.
Webb telescope detects 6,000-mile plume blasting from Saturn's moon
Scientists say the plume may feed Saturn's water system at large, and studying it could provide key insights into potential life beyond Earth.
NASA UFO group stresses need for better data in first public meeting
The 16-member independent study group is set to release a report detailing the findings of its investigation later this summer.
Commercial astronauts return to Earth after nine-day space station visit
It was the second commercial visit to the International Space Station by a crew from Houston-based Axiom Space, which is planning a station of its own.
Commercial crew wraps up flight to space station
The Ax-2 flight was the second "private astronaut mission" chartered by Houston-based Axiom Space and sanctioned by NASA.
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Summer music heats up 2023
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
N.J. woman survives a home invasion, brutal stabbing by a young stranger
Despite losing three quarters of the blood in her body, Donna Ongsiako was able to help police find the person who almost took her life.
Notable Deaths in 2023
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
How investigators solved murder of missing Florida woman
Vero Beach Police investigators focused on cellphone tower pings and surveillance footage cameras to catch a man who murdered his former girlfriend.
Lamar Johnson's 28-year fight for freedom
Lamar Johnson was convicted of Markus Boyd's murder in 1995. He always insisted he was innocent, but it would take almost three decades for a court to agree.
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Sneak peek: The Case of the Poison Cheesecake
Viktoria Nasyrova is accused of using cheesecake as a murder weapon. Her motive was to steal the identity of Olga, who looks a lot like her. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports, Saturday, June 3 at 10/9c on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.
House passes debt ceiling deal
The House of Representatives voted Wednesday night to pass a bill that will suspend the debt limit and avoid a catastrophic default. It now heads to the Senate. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports from Capitol Hill.
What NASA's UFO hearing revealed
NASA on Wednesday held its first public meeting looking into UFOs -- known now as UAPs, or unidentified anomalous phenomena. A panel of experts came together to try and explain the mysterious sightings. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood explains what investigators have discovered so far.
Job market remains strong, labor data shows
The Labor Department released data Wednesday that shows there are almost two job openings for every person who has quit or been laid off. Martin Baccardax, senior editor and chief markets correspondent for TheStreet, joins CBS News to break down the latest job numbers.
Why Nvidia's chips are so important for AI
Nvidia's market cap fell to around $936 billion on Wednesday after a stock surge triggered by the artificial intelligence boom briefly pushed it to over $1 trillion. Forbes senior writer Richard Nieva joins CBS News to discuss market affection for AI.