Prosecutor delivers opening statements at trial for officers charged in Tyre Nichols' death
Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley and Justin Smith have pleaded not guilty to federal charges in the death of 29-year-old Tyre Nichols.
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Officers on trial in Tyre Nichols' death
The Memphis police officers charged in connection to Tyre Nichols' death are in court for opening statements. Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley and Justin Smith pleaded not guilty to charges related to Nichols' death in January 2023. CBS News' Elise Preston reports.
Trial for 3 former Memphis officers charged in Tyre Nichols' death to begin
A federal trial was set to begin Monday for three former Memphis police officers charged with violating Tyre Nichols' civil rights.
Another ex-Memphis police officer pleads guilty in Tyre Nichols killing
Federal prosecutors recommended a 40-year sentence for former Memphis police officer Emmitt Martin in the 2023 fatal beating of Tyre Nichols.
Ex-officer pled guilty in Tyre Nichols death
Ex-Memphis cop Desmond Mills Jr. pled guilty to federal and state charges Thursday for the beating death of Tyre Nichols. Mills became the first of five former Memphis police officers charged in connection with Nichols' death to agree to a deal. CBS News' Elise Preston reports.
Former Memphis cop agrees to plea deal in Tyre Nichols' beating death
Desmond Mills Jr. pleaded guilty to both federal and state charges for the beating death of Tyre Nichols.
9 deputies indicted in death of Black inmate beaten in Memphis jail
Video showed Gershun Freeman being beaten by multiple deputies in the Shelby County jail. His death was ruled a homicide.
5 former cops charged for Tyre Nichols death
Five former Memphis police officers involved in the beating death of Tyre Nichols now face federal charges for violating Nichols' civil rights. Earlier this year, the officers all pleaded not guilty to state charges of second-degree murder. CBS News chief national affairs and justice correspondent Jeff Pegues has more.
Justice Department opens investigation into Memphis police conduct
The Justice Department investigation comes nearly seven months after the death of Tyre Nichols when he was stopped by Memphis police during a routine traffic stop.
Tyre Nichols' family discusses court hearing
Five former Memphis police officers charged in the death of Tyre Nichols appeared in court Friday. All five pleaded not guilty to multiple charges -- including second-degree murder and aggravated assault -- in February. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston spoke with Nichols' family, who were in the courtroom for the day's proceedings.
Trye Nichols' family sees officers in court
The former Memphis police officers charged in the January death of Tyre Nichols appeared in court Friday. Bodycam footage appears to show Nichols being beaten after being pulled over for alleged reckless driving. All five of the defendants have pleaded not guilty. CBS News' Elise Preston reports from Memphis.
Hearing for former cops in Tyre Nichols case
The five former Memphis police officers charged in the death of Tyre Nichols are set to appear in court Friday. Each officer has pleaded not guilty. Body camera footage appears to show Nichols being beaten after he was pulled over for alleged reckless driving. He died three days later. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston has the latest.
Palm Springs art installation honors the life of Tyre Nichols
The work of the late Tyre Nichols is featured on several highway billboards in Palm Springs, California.
New exhibit honors the life of Tyre Nichols
A new photography exhibition in Palm Springs, California, pays tribute to the life of Tyre Nichols, who died in January after being brutally beaten by Memphis police officers following a traffic stop. Elise Preston has more.
Tyre Nichols' death was homicide caused by blunt force trauma, autopsy shows
"The official autopsy report further propels our commitment to seeking justice for this senseless tragedy," said attorneys for the Nichols family in a statement.
Preston Hemphill, ex-officer involved in Tyre Nichols case, will not be charged
Hemphill was the sixth Memphis police officer fired from the department in the aftermath of Nichols' deadly beating.
Tyre Nichols' family sues Memphis police, says he was "pummeled to death"
Nichols died three days after the brutal beating in January.
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.
Sacramento votes to name skate park after Tyre Nichols
"Tyre fell in love with skateboarding at a young age and it wasn't long before it became a part of his lifestyle," read the resolution approved by the city council.
Deputies accused of shoving guns in mouths of 2 Black men, the AP reports
The incidents were among at least four violent encounters with Black men in Mississippi since 2019 that left two dead and another with lasting injuries, an AP investigation found.
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.
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.
Trump says he won't debate Harris again
Former President Trump announced there will be "no third debate" this election cycle.
Most school shootings happen outside school walls
CBS News analysis of data on every U.S. school shooting since 1966 found many safety steps taken by administrators don't address a significant threat to students and teachers.
North Dakota state judge strikes down abortion ban
A state judge has struck down North Dakota's abortion ban, saying that the state constitution creates a fundamental right to access abortions.
Accused Georgia shooter rode to school with gun in bag, investigators say
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3 major wildfires scorch Southern California, forcing thousands to flee
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Senate to vote again on IVF protections after Trump debate comments
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Francine lashes Louisiana, leaves hundreds of thousands without power
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States ramp up efforts to enact stricter immigration laws, group finds
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Senators expected to hold Steward Health Care CEO in contempt
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Bryan Kohberger's trial for Idaho student murders moved to Boise
The Idaho Supreme Court's order stated that all proceedings in the case be moved from Latah County, where the University of Idaho is located, to Ada County.
Navient banned from federal student loan servicing
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Trump says he won't debate Harris again
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Map for 2024 presidential election shows which states have early and mail voting
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Senate to vote again on IVF protections after Trump debate comments
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said on Thursday that the Senate will vote next week on legislation to protect access to IVF that Republicans blocked just months ago.
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Navient banned from federal student loan servicing
Company to pay $120 million in fines and compensation to borrowers harmed by its practices.
Consumer Reports: High lead levels found in these 12 cinnamon and spice brands
A third of the cinnamon powders and spice mixtures tested yielded alarming results, advocacy group's study finds.
Man sues realtor he claims withheld Bezos' identity in $79M home sale
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Boeing assembly workers vote on whether to strike or approve contract offer
A walkout by 33,000 aircraft assembly workers would shut down production of the aerospace company's best-selling planes.
Trump-Harris debate draws 67 million viewers, surpassing first matchup
More than 67 million viewers tuned in to the debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris.
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Trump says he won't debate Harris again
Former President Donald Trump announced Thursday that he won't debate Vice President Kamala Harris again, saying, "THERE WILL BE NO THIRD DEBATE!"
Map for 2024 presidential election shows which states have early and mail voting
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Senate to vote again on IVF protections after Trump debate comments
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North Dakota state judge strikes down abortion ban
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States ramp up efforts to enact stricter immigration laws, group finds
Efforts by state lawmakers to pass stricter immigration laws have increased significantly over the past four years, a national civil rights group found in a new report.
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Consumer Reports: High lead levels found in these 12 cinnamon and spice brands
A third of the cinnamon powders and spice mixtures tested yielded alarming results, advocacy group's study finds.
Doctors more likely to perform unnecessary C-sections on Black moms, study says
A new report uncovered a disturbing racial disparity when it comes to C-sections, with doctors being more likely to perform them on Black mothers.
Biden administration still prioritizing menthol cigarette ban, official says
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Tube-tying rose after Roe v. Wade was overturned, study shows
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Extreme heat is linked to pregnancy issues — and the risk is growing
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Ancient jar smashed by "curious" 4-year-old is back on display
An Israeli museum has put a rare Bronze-Era jar that a 4-year-old accidentally smashed back on display.
7 family members killed as they watched TV at home
Gunmen made one member of the family, who was outside the house, knock on the door and then opened fire once it was opened, police said.
Germany bans Islamic center over alleged militant ties
Germany's Brandenburg state has banned a relatively small Islamic center operating in the town of Fürstenwalde, east of Berlin, over alleged terror ties.
Typhoon Yagi blamed for over 200 deaths, with Vietnam bearing the brunt
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U.N. staff among 18 killed in Israeli strike on Gaza school, rescuers say
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Sylvester Stallone on role in "Tulsa King"
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Taylor Swift wins big at VMAs
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Taylor Swift winning big at MTV Video Music Awards
In her speech for video of the year at the 2024 VMAs, Taylor Swift talked about her boyfriend, NFL star Travis Kelce. "Everything this man touches turns to happiness and fun and magic."
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Microsoft says service issues "fully resolved" after outage shuts down systems
More than 20,000 users of Microsoft 365 tools alone reported issues accessing systems on Thursday morning in apparent software outage.
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Microsoft holding cybersecurity summit
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Apple must pay Ireland more than $14 billion in back taxes, court rules
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Polaris Dawn crew conducts first all-civilian spacewalk
The spacewalkers tested new SpaceX-designed pressure suits that could eventually be used by civilian astronauts on the moon and Mars.
California crews battle high temps, Line Fire
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The Climate Election: Maternal health & pregnancy
For those who are pregnant, extreme heat isn't just uncomfortable. Studies show it can lead to serious complications for them and their unborn child, including pre-term births, miscarriages and stillbirths, and even increase the likelihood of one of the leading causes of death of pregnant women in the U.S. — homicide. Here's what to know.
State of emergency over California Line Fire
Firefighters are battling triple-digit temperatures as they fight Southern California's Line Fire. Gov. Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency with thousands evacuating ahead of the blaze. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy reports.
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Bryan Kohberger's trial for Idaho student murders moved to Boise
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Most school shootings happen outside school walls
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Accused Georgia shooter rode to school with gun in bag, investigators say
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7 family members killed as they watched TV at home
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Germany bans Islamic center over alleged militant ties
Germany's Brandenburg state has banned a relatively small Islamic center operating in the town of Fürstenwalde, east of Berlin, over alleged terror ties.
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The four members of the SpaceX Polaris Dawn crew made history Thursday as they completed the first privately financed spacewalk in history. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann has more.
SpaceX Polaris Dawn crew completes spacewalk
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SpaceX Polaris Dawn's first private spacewalk
SpaceX's Polaris Dawn Crew executed the first ever private spacewalk Thursday morning. CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood has more.
SpaceX crew performs historic spacewalk
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Polaris Dawn crew conducts first all-civilian spacewalk
The spacewalkers tested new SpaceX-designed pressure suits that could eventually be used by civilian astronauts on the moon and Mars.
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