Taylor Swift tweets about racial injustice
"Racial injustice has been ingrained deeply into local and state governments, and changes MUST be made there," Swift said, sharing an essay by former President Obama.
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Bubba Wallace praises NASCAR's Confederate flag ban
"Props to NASCAR and everybody involved," Wallace said after the ban. "It creates doors and allows the community to come together as one."
Australian PM wants protesters charged, claims country had no slavery
As leader Scott Morrison says anti-racism protesters show "great disrespect" amid a pandemic, far-right senator says she's "disgusted" by BLM demonstrations.
"Vanderpump Rules" stars won't return to show after racist actions resurface
Stassi Schroeder, Kristen Doute, Max Boyens and Brett Caprioni will not be returning.
Walmart ends policy of locking up products for black customers
Retailing giant says controversial practice was in place in about a dozen of its 4,700 stores nationwide.
The pope's message to U.S. Catholics after the George Floyd killing
Experts say the Vatican's reaction shows it's behind anti-racism protesters, and is making a statement about where American Catholics should stand.
"Justice for All" explores fury over racism and police brutality
Gayle King anchors a one-hour primetime special as protests grip the nation following the death of George Floyd.
Biden says there's "absolutely" systemic racism in law enforcement and beyond
Presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden sat down with "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell for CBS News' primetime special "Justice for All."
Merriam-Webster to redefine "racism" after woman's plea
The revision comes against the backdrop of protests around the country against police brutality after the death of George Floyd,
George Floyd laid to rest after Houston funeral
George Floyd was laid to rest following a funeral service in his hometown of Houston, Texas on Tuesday. Family and friends gathered to say their final goodbyes as people nationwide continue to march in his memory. CBS News' Danya Bacchus joined CBSN with more.
Rep. Green speaks at George Floyd's funeral
Congressman Al Green of Texas spoke at George Floyd's funeral in Houston, saying Floyd's "only crime" was that "he was born black." Watch his remarks.
How South Africa confronted racist history
South Africa's struggle to deal with its racist past may hold some important lessons for the United States. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta reports from Johannesburg on how the nation faced the trauma of its history and continues to deal with it.
CrossFit CEO apologizes for offensive George Floyd tweet
Reebok ending its relationship with the workout brand, while some gyms said they would end their affiliation.
Japanese network apologizes for "offensive" video about race in U.S.
Public broadcaster NHK admits a "lack of consideration" went into producing its video explaining the ongoing protests in America.
British tea firms drawn into online battle over Black Lives Matter
On the U.K. streets, there's been scant opposition to massive demos sparked by George Floyd's killing, but the internet is a very different battleground.
NFL star Malcolm Jenkins on racism
New Orleans Saints safety and former Philadelphia Eagles star Malcolm Jenkins joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the death of George Floyd, police reform, the NFL and teammate Drew Brees.
French police abandon chokeholds as part of wider reforms
Government announces end of controversial technique along with other changes prompted by deaths people in police custody years before the George Floyd case.
Hundreds pay respect to George Floyd
Hundreds of people waited in line at a church in Houston Monday to pay their final respects to George Floyd. The viewing was the last public event before his funeral on Tuesday. CBS News' Danya Bacchus joined CBSN with more on the memorials and protests over Floyd's death.
What the U.S. can learn from South Africa's reckoning with racism
Less than 30 years ago racism was not only legal in South Africa, but the official system of government. It's come a long way, but the journey's not over yet.
U.S. protests prompt calls for Britain to tackle its own systemic racism
As British protesters stand in solidarity with American demonstrators, they say "the U.K. is not innocent."
South Africa confronts racism with truth
Less than 30 years ago, South African leaders dismantled apartheid, its program of institutional and legalized racism, and the country began to work toward equality. Debora Patta shares how the country's Truth and Reconciliation Commission helped South Africans confront racism but didn't solve problems of economic equality that still challenge black South Africans today.
Wrestling with race in America
Americans are witnessing a national reckoning about racism, which has permeated all levels of life, producing different standards for whites and people of color. Correspondent Maurice DuBois talks with activists, educators and writers about grappling with the problems of race, white privilege, and the advice parents of African American youths feel they must give to their children to protect them from the police.
Trump: strong economy will help race relations
President Trump said Friday that May's jobs report is the first step in the country's comeback from the coronavirus pandemic; and that it will help race relations. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett, CBSN political contributor and Democratic strategist Joel Payne and Republican strategist Joseph Pinion join CBSN to discuss.
George Floyd's death sparks worldwide protests
There was an international display of support for the Black Lives Matter movement Saturday. Protesters took to the streets in Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia. Roxana Saberi reports.
Barr: Deploying troops within the U.S. should be "last resort"
The attorney general discusses racism in the United States and conflicting reports surrounding peaceful protests in D.C.
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Strait of Hormuz traffic ramps up in wake of U.S.-Iran deal signing
More tankers are transiting the Strait of Hormuz after 111 days of gridlock, but Iran and the U.S. still have much to discuss.
U.S. plans expansion of denaturalization push, aiming for 250 cases by fall
The Trump administration expects to try to revoke the U.S. citizenship of more than 250 foreign-born citizens by October, a Justice Department official said.
Facing bipartisan criticism of Iran deal, Trump lashes out at "fools"
Republican Sens. Bill Cassidy, Thom Tillis and Ted Cruz have been critical of the 14-point memorandum of understanding signed on Wednesday.
Less than half of Americans can afford quality healthcare, Gallup finds
Gallup found that only 49% of Americans were "cost-secure" last year, with concerns about medical bills and prescription costs rising across income groups.
How Trump's memo of understanding with Iran compares to 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.
Hegseth announces review of U.S. forces in Europe, blasts "shameful" NATO allies
The Pentagon is launching a six-month review of U.S. forces and bases in Europe, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Thursday at a meeting of NATO defense ministers.
Supreme Court sides with man who challenged law barring drug users from having guns
The Supreme Court on Thursday ruled in favor of a Texas man who challenged a federal law that bars certain drug users from having firearms.
Waymo recalls robotaxis after some vehicles entered construction zone
The recall follows multiple incidents in which Waymo robotaxis drove past ramp-closure signs and into freeway construction zones.
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Obama Presidential Center opens in Chicago with star-studded celebrations
The Obama Presidential Center's grand opening ceremony featured a star-studded lineup of tributes, speeches and musical performances.
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GOP congressman, missing for months, set to return on June 30
Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr. of New Jersey will return to Congress on June 30, his spokesperson said, after being away since March in an unexplained absence that has confounded Capitol Hill.
Hegseth announces review of U.S. forces in Europe, blasts "shameful" NATO allies
The Pentagon is launching a six-month review of U.S. forces and bases in Europe, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Thursday at a meeting of NATO defense ministers.
Americans say they're reading fewer books. Here's what they're doing instead.
Many people are spending more time on screens, but also doing more physical activities, a new CBS News poll finds.
Less than half of Americans can afford quality healthcare, Gallup finds
Gallup found that only 49% of Americans were "cost-secure" last year, with concerns about medical bills and prescription costs rising across income groups.
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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Less than half of Americans can afford quality healthcare, Gallup finds
Gallup found that only 49% of Americans were "cost-secure" last year, with concerns about medical bills and prescription costs rising across income groups.
Waymo recalls robotaxis after some vehicles entered construction zone
The recall follows multiple incidents in which Waymo robotaxis drove past ramp-closure signs and into freeway construction zones.
Intel shares leap after Trump announces chip deal with Apple
In a social media post, President Trump touted the U.S. government's 10% stake in Intel, noting that it is now worth $60 billion.
Gas prices fall below $4 a gallon for the first time in nearly 3 months
The national average for a gallon of regular gas in the U.S. drops to $3.99, the lowest since March 30.
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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Michelle Obama's speech at center opening moves husband to tears
Former first lady Michelle Obama delivered a loving and heartfelt tribute to her husband at the Obama Presidential Center's grand opening ceremony in Chicago Thursday.
GOP congressman, missing for months, set to return on June 30
Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr. of New Jersey will return to Congress on June 30, his spokesperson said, after being away since March in an unexplained absence that has confounded Capitol Hill.
Hegseth announces review of U.S. forces in Europe, blasts "shameful" NATO allies
The Pentagon is launching a six-month review of U.S. forces and bases in Europe, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Thursday at a meeting of NATO defense ministers.
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
Facing bipartisan criticism of Iran deal, Trump lashes out at "fools"
Republican Sens. Bill Cassidy, Thom Tillis and Ted Cruz have been critical of the 14-point memorandum of understanding signed on Wednesday.
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Less than half of Americans can afford quality healthcare, Gallup finds
Gallup found that only 49% of Americans were "cost-secure" last year, with concerns about medical bills and prescription costs rising across income groups.
Busy Philipps on her late ADHD diagnosis
Actress Busy Philipps, 45, spoke up about her late attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder diagnosis online after realizing she shared symptoms as her young daughter was evaluated and diagnosed. Women are more likely than men to be diagnosed with ADHD later in life, research shows.
Drummer rediscovers his rhythm after setback
In the "CBS Mornings" series "Pushing the Limits," Mark Strassmann shows how a Georgia man's passion for music was almost taken away from him forever after a terrible accident. But thanks to his resilience and technology, the man is now a record-breaking drummer.
Arrests of immigrant parents create mental health crisis for children
An estimated hundreds of thousands of children, many of them U.S. citizens, have been separated from a parent in the Trump administration's immigration crackdown.
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.
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Hegseth announces review of U.S. forces in Europe, blasts "shameful" NATO allies
The Pentagon is launching a six-month review of U.S. forces and bases in Europe, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Thursday at a meeting of NATO defense ministers.
"Lady Gucci," who had her ex-husband killed, could soon inherit $23M fortune
Despite spending 18 years in prison for orchestrating the murder of her ex-husband, fashion heir Maurizio Gucci, Patrizia Reggiani may be about to inherit a fortune.
Facing bipartisan criticism of Iran deal, Trump lashes out at "fools"
Republican Sens. Bill Cassidy, Thom Tillis and Ted Cruz have been critical of the 14-point memorandum of understanding signed on Wednesday.
Ukraine drone strike hits major Russian oil refinery near Moscow
Ukraine's Zelenskyy says after second major strike on Russian oil refinery that unless Putin stops his war, "Moscow will burn."
1,200-year-old Robin Hood oak tree in Sherwood Forest has died, group says
A massive ancient oak tree linked to the legend of Robin Hood may have been loved to death.
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Americans say they're reading fewer books. Here's what they're doing instead.
Many people are spending more time on screens, but also doing more physical activities, a new CBS News poll finds.
Singer Myles Smith talks debut album
Myles Smith's career skyrocketed after his hit song "Stargazing" became the biggest song by a U.K. artist worldwide in 2024. Now, he's releasing his debut album, "My Mess, My Heart, My Life," on June 19. Myles Smith joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his rapid rise to stardom, his first album and his experience touring with Ed Sheeran.
Busy Philipps on her late ADHD diagnosis
Actress Busy Philipps, 45, spoke up about her late attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder diagnosis online after realizing she shared symptoms as her young daughter was evaluated and diagnosed. Women are more likely than men to be diagnosed with ADHD later in life, research shows.
Drummer rediscovers his rhythm after setback
In the "CBS Mornings" series "Pushing the Limits," Mark Strassmann shows how a Georgia man's passion for music was almost taken away from him forever after a terrible accident. But thanks to his resilience and technology, the man is now a record-breaking drummer.
Extended interview: Myles Smith
British singer-songwriter Myles Smith talks to Anthony Mason about his much-anticipated debut album, "My Mess, My Heart, My Life," growing up in London, his rapid rise to stardom and more.
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Waymo recalls robotaxis after some vehicles entered construction zone
The recall follows multiple incidents in which Waymo robotaxis drove past ramp-closure signs and into freeway construction zones.
Americans on AI's future impact
A Pew survey shows 40% of Americans think AI's future impact will be negative. MIT Sloan professor Eric So joins CBS News with more details.
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.
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Inside an Irish town raising kids without smartphones
When parents and educators in Greystones, Ireland saw children dealing with increasing anxiety, they acted – and took phones out of the equation.
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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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"Lady Gucci," who had her ex-husband killed, could soon inherit $23M fortune
Despite spending 18 years in prison for orchestrating the murder of her ex-husband, fashion heir Maurizio Gucci, Patrizia Reggiani may be about to inherit a fortune.
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.
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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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Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
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Michelle Obama speaks at center dedication
Former first lady Michelle Obama spoke at the dedication ceremony of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago on Thursday, calling it "an honor" to be by her husband's side. Watch her full speech.
Obama speaks at presidential center dedication
Former President Barack Obama's new presidential center in Chicago held its grand opening on Thursday. Speaking at the dedication ceremony, Obama said he hopes the center will affirm "how precious our democracy really is."
Supreme Court on gun case linked to drug use
The Supreme Court unanimously found that a Texas man's prosecution for having a firearm while he was an occasional, unlawful marijuana user was too broad an interpretation of the law and violated his Second Amendment. CBS News' Jan Crawford reports.
Mamdani praises Knicks' NBA victory at parade
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani spoke to an overflowing crowd of passionate fans gathered to celebrate the Knicks' NBA Championship title. "The Knicks did not just win for New York City, they won like New York City," Mamdani said. "For 53 years we waited. Now, we've won."
Vance reacts to Trump blame comments on Iran
Vice President JD Vance held a press briefing at the White House on Thursday and provided more details on the timing of the Iran deal after President Trump signed the memorandum of understanding with Tehran. CBS News' Aaron Navarro reports.