After Chauvin's guilty verdict, 3 other officers await trial
The trial for three other officers involved in George Floyd's fatal arrest has been postponed.
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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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Expert testifies George Floyd died from "low level of oxygen"
A pulmonology expert testified during Derek Chauvin's trial that George Floyd "died from a low level of oxygen." Jamie Yuccas shares more from Day 9 of the Chauvin trial. (Warning: Some viewers may find the details of this story disturbing.)
Legal analyst on Day 8 of Chauvin trial
The defense in the trial of Derek Chauvin turned their focus to George Floyd's drug use during cross-examination Wednesday. Jurors heard from several witnesses, including forensic scientists who investigated the scene where Floyd died. Attorney Paul Batista joined CBSN to discuss the defense and prosecution arguments.
Chauvin trial focuses on George Floyd's drug use
Prosecutors tried to puncture Derek Chauvin's defense that George Floyd's death was caused by his drug use, not a knee on his neck. Jamie Yuccas has the latest on the trial.
Expert says Chauvin should have used "no force"
Los Angeles Police Sergeant Jody Stiger was back on the stand for Day 8 of the Derek Chauvin murder trial, where he's testifying as an expert witness on the use of force. CBS News legal expert and analyst Rikki Klieman broke down today's testimony with Vladimir Duthiers on CBSN.
More police officials testify in Chauvin murder trial
Derek Chauvin's murder trial continued Tuesday with more testimony from some of his fellow officers. During the seventh day of proceedings, jurors heard from a sergeant and lieutenant who both train officers at the Minneapolis Police Department on crisis intervention and use of force. CBS News correspondent Jamie Yuccas recaps the day's events. Then Vinoo Varghese, a criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss.
At Trump trial, defense grills Stormy Daniels in her final day on the stand
Stormy Daniels gave defiant testimony Thursday as the defense accused her of fabricating details of the alleged sexual encounter between her and former President Donald Trump.
Florida sheriff's office releases video of deputy fatally shooting U.S. airman
The Florida sheriff's deputy has been placed on administrative leave after the deadly shooting of Senior Airman Roger Fortson.
Hunter Biden's bid to toss gun charges rejected by U.S. appeals court
Hunter Biden was indicted on federal gun charges in September and pleaded not guilty.
2 skiers killed, 1 rescued after Utah avalanche
One skier was rescued and two were killed following an avalanche Thursday in the mountains outside of Salt Lake City.
Hailey and Justin Bieber announce pregnancy, show baby bump
This will be the first baby for Hailey and Justin Beiber, who announced their pregnancy after more than five years of marriage.
Universities rescind commencement invitations to UN ambassador over Gaza conflict
Administrators at two universities cited pressure from students and the community over U.S. support for Israel in its war with Hamas.
Consultants close to Rep. Henry Cuellar plead guilty to conspiracy
Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar and his wife, Imelda Rios Cuellar, have been indicted in an alleged bribery scheme.
Limit these ultra-processed foods for longer-term health, study suggests
New research links higher consumption of certain ultra-processed foods to a higher risk of death.
Times Square NYPD machete attacker sentenced to 27 years
Trevor Bickford was sentenced to 27 years Thursday for attacking NYPD officers with a machete on New Year's Eve in 2022 near Times Square.
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2 skiers killed, 1 rescued after Utah avalanche
One skier was rescued and two were killed following an avalanche Thursday in the mountains outside of Salt Lake City.
Consultants close to Rep. Henry Cuellar plead guilty to conspiracy
Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar and his wife, Imelda Rios Cuellar, have been indicted in an alleged bribery scheme.
Faulty insulin pump app led to hundreds of injuries, prompting recall
Maker of insulin pump urges customers to update an app because of glitch that causes the devices to unexpectedly shut down.
Maggie Goodlander, wife of Biden official, launches congressional campaign
Former White House aide and wife of national security adviser Jake Sullivan Maggie Goodlander launched her campaign for Congress Thursday.
Planet Fitness hikes membership fee for first time since 1998
The fitness chain's $10 monthly membership is one of few things that had remained unchanged since 1998 — until now.
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Faulty insulin pump app led to hundreds of injuries, prompting recall
Maker of insulin pump urges customers to update an app because of glitch that causes the devices to unexpectedly shut down.
Planet Fitness hikes membership fee for first time since 1998
The fitness chain's $10 monthly membership is one of few things that had remained unchanged since 1998 — until now.
Paid sick leave sticks after many pandemic protections vanish
Sixty-one percent of the lowest-paid U.S. workers can't get time off for an illness, according to a recent Economic Policy Institute report on the state of sick leave in the United States.
Chevrolet Malibu drives into sunset as GM makes way for electric cars
At its height, the Chevy Malibu won Motor Trend Car of the Year 1997 because of its smooth ride and fuel economy.
Americans are choking on surging fast-food prices
The price of a McDonald's Quarter Pounder with Cheese meal has more than doubled since 2014, data show.
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Consultants close to Rep. Henry Cuellar plead guilty to conspiracy
Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar and his wife, Imelda Rios Cuellar, have been indicted in an alleged bribery scheme.
Maggie Goodlander, wife of Biden official, launches congressional campaign
Former White House aide and wife of national security adviser Jake Sullivan Maggie Goodlander launched her campaign for Congress Thursday.
Menendez on testifying at bribery trial: "That's to be determined"
Democratic Senator Bob Menendez, of New Jersey, is set to be tried on bribery, corruption and obstruction charges beginning Monday.
At Trump trial, defense grills Stormy Daniels in her final day on the stand
Stormy Daniels gave defiant testimony Thursday as the defense accused her of fabricating details of the alleged sexual encounter between her and former President Donald Trump.
Universities rescind commencement invitations to UN ambassador over Gaza conflict
Administrators at two universities cited pressure from students and the community over U.S. support for Israel in its war with Hamas.
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Faulty insulin pump app led to hundreds of injuries, prompting recall
Maker of insulin pump urges customers to update an app because of glitch that causes the devices to unexpectedly shut down.
Planet Fitness hikes membership fee for first time since 1998
The fitness chain's $10 monthly membership is one of few things that had remained unchanged since 1998 — until now.
Limit these ultra-processed foods for longer-term health, study suggests
New research links higher consumption of certain ultra-processed foods to a higher risk of death.
Neuralink brain-chip implant encounters issues in human patient
Elon Musk's Neuralink finds a brain-computer interface device captured less data a month after implant surgery.
Brain worms like RFK Jr.'s are real and more common than you think, doctor says
Brain worms, like the one Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s campaign said he contracted over a decade ago, are real — and more common in certain parts of the world than you might think.
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Eurovision 2024 hit by protests over Israel taking part amid Gaza war
Demonstrators chanting anti-Israeli slogans have descended on the Swedish city hosting the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest.
Famous Iranain director sentenced to lashings, prison ahead of Cannes
Mohammad Rasoulof has become the latest artist targeted in a widening crackdown on all dissent in the Islamic Republic.
WWII pilot from Idaho accounted for 80 years after plane was shot down
Allan W. Knepper, 27, was among a squadron that encountered heavy anti-aircraft fire during an attack on Axis powers in July 1943.
Israel's far-right blasts Biden as Netanyahu promises Rafah assault
One member of Israel's government says Hamas loves Mr. Biden, but other Israelis worry their leaders are losing the vital war for global support.
"Absolutely stunning" rare electric blue lobster caught in England
The blue lobster could have sold for roughly $30 based on her size, but it was decided to donate her to an aquarium to keep her safe instead.
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Hailey and Justin Bieber announce pregnancy, show baby bump
This will be the first baby for Hailey and Justin Beiber, who announced their pregnancy after more than five years of marriage.
Eurovision 2024 hit by protests over Israel taking part amid Gaza war
Demonstrators chanting anti-Israeli slogans have descended on the Swedish city hosting the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest.
Rainn Wilson's new podcast shines light on spirituality
In "The Office" actor Rainn Wilson's new podcast "Soul Bloom," he speaks with comedians, experts and authors about creativity, spirituality and psychology.
Rainn Wilson on hosting podcast "Soul Boom"
Award-winning actor Rainn Wilson, famed for his role as Dwight Schrute in "The Office," joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about hosting the new podcast 'Soul Boom,' inspired by his bestselling book.
Miss Teen USA gives up title days after Miss USA resigned
UmaSofia Srivastava resigned as Miss Teen USA on Wednesday, just two days after Noelia Voigt stepped down as Miss USA.
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FTX says it plans to pay back most customers
FTX says most of its customers will receive some of their money back nearly two years after the cryptocurrency exchange collapsed. Yesha Yadav, associate dean of Vanderbilt Law School, joins CBS News to discuss how the payback will work.
Sting operation stresses social media dangers
An undercover sting operation in New Mexico is renewing calls by law enforcement for social media platforms to do more to protect kids online. Bodycam video exclusively obtained by CBS News shows how police took down a suspected sexual predator allegedly targeting kids on Facebook messenger.
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.
Microsoft: More workers are adopting AI
A new Microsoft report shows that 75% of workers now use artificial intelligence at their jobs. Jared Spataro, Microsoft's corporate vice president of AI at work, joins CBS News to discuss how the technology is changing workplaces.
The ethical challenges of AI on battlefield
Artificial intelligence has revolutionized how millions work and the same is true for militaries worldwide. Autonomous weapons systems are already on the battlefield in Ukraine and Gaza. Dr. C. Anthony Pfaff, research professor at U.S. Army War College, joins CBS News to discuss.
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Video shows plasma swirling on sun in "exquisite detail"
In the video, the surface of the sun appears furred with dark yellow material as beams of gold swoop overhead.
NASA simulation mimics flying into black hole's "point of no return"
The visualization, produced on a NASA supercomputer, allows users to experience flight towards a supermassive black hole.
Long-awaited Boeing Starliner launch scrubbed
Boeing's Starliner was set to make its maiden voyage to the International Space Station, with its first piloted launch Monday night. But the launch, already pushed back following years of delays, was scrubbed with less than two hours to go before liftoff. Mark Strassmanm reports.
Hammerhead flatworm sightings in Canada
Reported sightings of giant, toxic, invasive hammerhead flatworms are on the rise in parts of southeastern Canada. Experts say the worms can grow up to 3 feet long and pose a risk to children, pets and other small animals. Peter Ducey, PH.D. and distinguished teaching professor at SUNY Cortland, joins CBS News to discuss the worm.
Ingenuity, NASA's "little 'copter that could" (and did!)
When NASA added a tiny four-pound helicopter as a stowaway to its Mars 2020 lander, it expected the helicopter to fly five very brief flights in the thin Martian atmosphere. Yet, Ingenuity would far surpass all expectations.
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Consultants close to Rep. Henry Cuellar plead guilty to conspiracy
Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar and his wife, Imelda Rios Cuellar, have been indicted in an alleged bribery scheme.
Menendez on testifying at bribery trial: "That's to be determined"
Democratic Senator Bob Menendez, of New Jersey, is set to be tried on bribery, corruption and obstruction charges beginning Monday.
New video of Florida airman's killing
Florida officials have released body camera footage of the events that led to the death of U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Roger Fortson, who was shot and killed in his own home by a sheriff's deputy. Keith Taylor, a professor at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, joins CBS News with more on the incident.
Times Square NYPD machete attacker sentenced to 27 years
Trevor Bickford was sentenced to 27 years Thursday for attacking NYPD officers with a machete on New Year's Eve in 2022 near Times Square.
Mo Wilson's family sues convicted killer Kaitlin Armstrong for over $1 million
Wilson's parents are asking for over $1 million in damages in the wrongful death lawsuit.
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"God's Hand" revealed in "ominous" new image
In the image, "a ghostly hand appears to be emerging from the interstellar medium and reaching out into the cosmos," the NOIRLab said.
Thick atmosphere detected around planet twice as big as Earth
The so-called super Earth — known as 55 Cancri e — is among the few rocky planets outside our solar system with a significant atmosphere.
Video shows plasma swirling on sun in "exquisite detail"
In the video, the surface of the sun appears furred with dark yellow material as beams of gold swoop overhead.
Starliner launch delayed to at least May 17 to replace suspect valve in Atlas 5 rocket
United Launch Alliance decided to replace a suspect valve in the Atlas 5 rocket's upper stage, delaying launch to late next week.
NASA simulation mimics flying into black hole's "point of no return"
The visualization, produced on a NASA supercomputer, allows users to experience flight towards a supermassive black hole.
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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.
PHOTOS: Baltimore bridge collapses after cargo ship rams into overpass
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Israel reacts to Biden's warning about Rafah
President Biden said the U.S. will stop supplying Israel with weapons if it expands military operations into Rafah. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio reports on reactions from Israeli officials, and chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes breaks down Mr. Biden's latest moves.
Deadly storms pummel southeastern U.S.
Multiple tornadoes tore through through southeastern U.S. this week, killing at least three people. Warnings for more severe weather continued Thursday. CBS News' Dave Malkoff reports.
New video of Florida airman's killing
Florida officials have released body camera footage of the events that led to the death of U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Roger Fortson, who was shot and killed in his own home by a sheriff's deputy. Keith Taylor, a professor at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, joins CBS News with more on the incident.
Biden regulation allows for rejection of some migrants earlier
A Biden administration change will empower immigration officials at the southern border to more quickly reject migrants who are deemed to have serious criminal records or pose a threat to national security. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
Argentina workers strike over economic policies
A 24-hour national strike in Argentina by the main labor union confederation is protesting President Javier Milei's economic policies. Ignacio Bottaro, a Telefe news reporter, joins CBS News with more.