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In July 2015, Sandra Bland died in a Texas jail cell after a minor traffic violation. Now, the family of Sandra Bland has reached a settlement in the wrongful death lawsuit, and is calling for major changes to the county jail. Omar Villafranca has more.
The family of Sandra Bland has agreed to a $1.9 million settlement in their wrongful death lawsuit against multiple Texas agencies, their attorney says. Bland died in a Texas jail cell three days after being arrested during a traffic stop last year. CBS New justice reporter Paula Reid joins CBSN with more details on the settlement.
American drivers illegally passed school buses with stop signs out more than 13 million times last year. Now, some cities are addressing the problem by mounting exterior cameras on buses to catch violators. Mark Strassmann reports.
A 14-year-old Houston girl who has had hearing loss since she was a baby recently received a cochlear implant. She broke into tears when she heard her mother speak clearly for the first time.
David Brown, the Dallas police chief who called for peace after five of his officers were killed in a deadly ambush, is retiring. CBSN's Jamie Yuccas and Jill Wagner have more.
Brandy Young teaches second grade in Godley, Texas. Her letter to parents became a sensation on Facebook. She wrote: "There will be no formally assigned homework this year...I ask that you spend your evenings doing things that are proven to correlate with student success. Eat dinner as a family, read together, play outside, and get your child to bed early." Psychologist and CBS News contributor Lisa Damour joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the impact of Young's bold decision.
Donald Trump spoke in Austin, Texas on Tuesday, where he made a pitch to African-Americans, and stated that under President Barack Obama, unemployment and poverty rates have risen. Trump also invited women on the stage who said their children were killed by people who were in the country illegally. Watch the full speech here.
Severe thunderstorms moved thru the Deep South sunday, hindering the massive recovery operations following historic floods. Last week, at least 13 people were killed and 60,000 homes were damaged. Manuel Bojorquez has a report on the latest developments.
Flood watches and warnings have been posted across the Deep South this weekend. A large section of Texas is at risk, as is Southern Louisiana. This past week, historic floods in Louisiana killed at least 13 people and left destruction in entire neighborhoods. Manuel Bojorquez has a report on the massive cleanup job.
A newborn baby girl died with Zika-related birth defects in Texas after her mother traveled to Latin America when she was pregnant. This is the first Zika-related death in Texas.
A wave of car thefts in Texas is part of a new, high-tech trend for some criminals. Kris Van Cleave shows us how laptops could let the bad guys take off with your vehicle.
Beginning this past Monday, Texas state law requires all public universities to allow licensed concealed handguns owners to carry their firearms on campus. Ironically, the new "Campus Carry" law went into effect on the 50th anniversary of the infamous mass shooting at the University of Texas at Austin. Anna Werner talks to people who were there that fateful day in 1966, and to the creator of an acclaimed new documentary, "Tower."
The crowded May race, with 23 candidates, could give Republicans an early look at Trump's staying power in the GOP.
On the 50th anniversary of a mass shooting at UT Austin, a new controversial gun law has gone into effect. It allows concealed handguns in public university classrooms, which many university officials oppose. Manuel Bojorquez has more.
Court records show the pilot of the hot air balloon that crashed in Texas over the weekend had multiple convictions for drunken driving, and served time in prison twice. All 16 people on board were killed when the balloon went down about 30 miles south of Austin. Omar Villafranca reports.
Authorities say a hot air balloon caught on fire and crashed near Lockhart, Texas, which is about 30 miles from Austin. At least 16 people were in the balloon, and officials say it doesn't appear that anyone survived. Former NTSB Chairman Mark Rosenker and hot air balloon pilot Danny Stone join CBSN to discuss the crash.
Texas Rep. Joaquin Castro addressed the DNC on its final night. Castro spoke about his immigrant background and the value of hard work. He said prosperity and justice are not "zero-sum games" and slammed Trump for "building walls."
After the roll call of the states at the DNC, Hillary Clinton became the Democratic candidate for president of the United States; among the speakers at the Democratic National Convention on Tuesday night will be mothers who lost their children to violence
Four children have died in the past week after they were left in cars during a massive heat wave. But there's new technology that may help parents avoid a horrible tragedy. Kris Van Cleave has more.
Four years ago, then-San Antonio Mayor Julián Castro electrified the crowd at the Democratic convention, saying a speech by Mitt Romney proved that the 2012 Republican nominee didn't understand working Americans. The former mayor and his twin brother, Texas Congressman Joaquín Castro, who will speak at this year's convention, join "CBS This Morning" to discuss Michelle Obama's convention speech Monday night and unifying Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders supporters.
Millions of Americans are battling dangerous hot weather this weekend. The dome of high heat and humidity - which has baked the center of the nation for days - moved east. It's expected to bring unhealthy air and oppressive conditions to the mid-Atlantic and the Northeast Saturday. Errol Barnett reports from Washington.
U.S. officials are saying a shooting near a shopping mall in Munich, Germany is likely a terrorist attack; Rion Holcombe, a young man with Down syndrome, fulfilled his dream of getting accepted to Clemson University in 2014
Police in Austin, Texas, released video of a black elementary school teacher being thrown to the ground by a white police officer. One of the officers later told her in another video that black people have "violent tendencies."
Police in Austin, Texas, have released video of a black elementary school teacher being thrown to the ground by a white police officer. One of the officers later told her black people have "violent tendencies." David Begnaud reports.
CBS News contributor Peggy Noonan discusses what Ted Cruz wanted to accomplish with his controversial speech at the Republican convention.
A viral social media video has put Minnesota's long-running fraud scandal at the center of the national conversation. Here's what to know.
Three people were killed Tuesday when the first boat was hit, while individuals in two other boats jumped overboard, according to U.S. Southern Command.
A recently released cache of security videos is raising new questions about the prison cameras at the facility where Jeffrey Epstein died in his cell in 2019.
New Zealand and Australia were among the first to welcome 2026, but in Sydney and some other cities, the festivities are tinged by grief.
A U.S. District Court judge issued a summary judgment on Wednesday, finding that the effort to revoke the legal status of tens of thousands of Hondurans, Nepalis and Nicaraguans was unlawful
Former special counsel Jack Smith testified for more than eight hours about the investigations and prosecutions of President Trump.
"We are removing the National Guard from Chicago, Los Angeles and Portland," President Trump announced.
The Bexar County medical examiner's office determined Camila Mendoza Olmos died by suicide.
More than 8,000 stores closed across the U.S. this year, according to retail industry data, including these well-known brands.
Here are the significant books, films and characters joining the list of works in the public domain on Jan. 1, 2026.
A U.S. District Court judge issued a summary judgment on Wednesday, finding that the effort to revoke the legal status of tens of thousands of Hondurans, Nepalis and Nicaraguans was unlawful
Starting January 1, food-stamp recipients in five U.S. states will face restrictions on using the benefits to buy some sugary foods.
President Trump, who loves to golf, has floated the possibility of redoing the district's courses.
Former special counsel Jack Smith testified for more than eight hours about the investigations and prosecutions of President Trump.
Starting January 1, food-stamp recipients in five U.S. states will face restrictions on using the benefits to buy some sugary foods.
The average cost of a conventional 30-year U.S. mortgage continues to edge down, while rates on other home loans fell to less than 5.5%.
More than 8,000 stores closed across the U.S. this year, according to retail industry data, including these well-known brands.
The Trump Organization announced the $499 phone and wireless plan this summer, promising to deliver "all-American service."
From stubbornly high living costs to a softer labor market, economists say these are the forces that will shape the year ahead.
Chief Justice John Roberts says the Constitution remains a sturdy pillar for the country, a message that comes after a tumultuous year in the nation's judicial system.
Three people were killed Tuesday when the first boat was hit, while individuals in two other boats jumped overboard, according to U.S. Southern Command.
A U.S. District Court judge issued a summary judgment on Wednesday, finding that the effort to revoke the legal status of tens of thousands of Hondurans, Nepalis and Nicaraguans was unlawful
Starting January 1, food-stamp recipients in five U.S. states will face restrictions on using the benefits to buy some sugary foods.
President Trump, who loves to golf, has floated the possibility of redoing the district's courses.
In 2026, several states are set to prohibit individuals from purchasing certain junk food items using their federal benefits. Meg Oliver has the details.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says 32 jurisdictions are showing "high" or "very high" levels of flu.
Mom-and-pop shops will be exempt from this change, but big manufacturers in California will need to start adding folic acid to tortillas beginning January 1.
The number of Americans with Alzheimer's disease is expected to double from 7 million in 2020 to 14 million by 2060, according to the CDC. However, advances in treatment options are giving more people hope in slowing the decline. Dr. Jon LaPook breaks it down.
Nearly five million flu cases have been reported nationwide, the CDC estimates, and at least 1,900 people have died from the virus. "CBS Saturday Morning" has more on why this year's strain is breaking records.
The two-time former heavyweight champion and Olympic gold medalist was involved in a fatal road crash near Lagos on Monday.
Three people were killed Tuesday when the first boat was hit, while individuals in two other boats jumped overboard, according to U.S. Southern Command.
The latest wave of sanctions targets oil traders and vessels that are helping prop up President Nicolás Maduro's regime, the Treasury Department said.
New Zealand and Australia were among the first to welcome 2026, but in Sydney and some other cities, the festivities are tinged by grief.
Nearly 60 women lawmakers in Japan, including the prime minister, have submitted a petition calling for more toilets in the parliament building to match their improved representation.
Here are the significant books, films and characters joining the list of works in the public domain on Jan. 1, 2026.
The hit series "The Pitt" has earned praise for its realistic look at the pressures facing health care workers. Chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook spoke to the star of the show, Noah Wyle, for "CBS Sunday Morning." Wyle talked about how the cast prepared for their roles beyond learning their lines before shooting the series even began.
Here's what to know about the lineup of performances scheduled for New Year's Eve, as crowds gather in Times Square to ring in 2026.
Isiah Whitlock Jr. is perhaps best known for his role as state Sen. R. Clayton "Clay" Davis on HBO's "The Wire."
France's government says that George Clooney, his wife Amal and their eight-year-old twins Ella and Alexander have been awarded French citizenship.
Arizona is fast becoming a major hub for computer chip production thanks to what's being called the largest foreign direct investment in U.S. history. Kris Van Cleave takes us to a sprawling campus in Phoenix that is providing thousands of jobs while reducing America's reliance on overseas products.
The company's investment in safety prevention comes amid growing concerns over the potential harm of artificial intelligence.
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.
Instacart says its ending its controversial system of using AI price tests for retailers. Earlier this month, an investigation by Consumer Reports and progressive think tank Groundwork Collaborative found that Instacart's algorithmic pricing charged various prices for the same item from the same store. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Massive tech companies wanting to build more data centers in the U.S. are lobbying for support among Americans, according to a recent report by POLITICO. Gabby Miller joins CBS News with more on her reporting.
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
After the Trump administration paused federal assistance to child care centers in Minnesota, parents are now wondering if their kids' day care is in jeopardy, as the government investigates fraud claims. Jonah Kaplan has been following this developing story.
There may be millions of documents the Justice Department still needs to release from the case against convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. By law, those files were required to be made public nearly two weeks ago. Scott MacFarlane has the latest.
A Minneapolis day care says that vandals damaged the facility early this week, after a YouTube video purporting to expose fraud among day cares in the Twin Cities metro area went viral.
Patriots star Stefon Diggs is facing charges of strangulation, assault and battery following an incident in Massachusetts earlier this month. Diggs' attorney, David Meier, said in a statement that the wide receiver "categorically denies" the allegations and "looks forward to establishing the truth" in court. CBS News Boston's Aaron Parseghian has more.
New Orleans is marking one year since 14 people were killed and dozens more were injured in a terror attack on the city's iconic Bourbon Street. Kati Weis spoke to the family of one of the victims about how they're remembering their loved one.
NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
A German aerospace engineer made history Saturday, becoming the first wheelchair user to go into space when she took a 10-minute trip aboard a Blue Origin rocket.
German engineer Michaela Benthaus is the first person with a significant physical handicap to reach space.
President Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination for NASA administrator in April, before nominating him again in November.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
Arizona is fast becoming a major hub for computer chip production thanks to what's being called the largest foreign direct investment in U.S. history. Kris Van Cleave takes us to a sprawling campus in Phoenix that is providing thousands of jobs while reducing America's reliance on overseas products.
After the Trump administration paused federal assistance to child care centers in Minnesota, parents are now wondering if their kids' day care is in jeopardy, as the government investigates fraud claims. Jonah Kaplan has been following this developing story.
In 2026, several states are set to prohibit individuals from purchasing certain junk food items using their federal benefits. Meg Oliver has the details.
There may be millions of documents the Justice Department still needs to release from the case against convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. By law, those files were required to be made public nearly two weeks ago. Scott MacFarlane has the latest.
As thousands in the U.S. gear up to celebrate the new year, snow and rain are coming down harder in parts of the country. Meteorologist Rob Marciano has the latest forecast.