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A 75-year-old civil rights activist was found dead in the trunk of her own car. An autopsy found the preliminary cause of death for Sadie Roberts-Joseph was "traumatic asphyxia, including suffocation." Mireya Villarreal reports.
Louisiana police are investigating the mysterious death of a beloved civil rights activist in Baton Rouge's African American community. The body of 75-year-old Sadie Roberts-Joseph was found in the trunk of a car on Friday, not far from the history museum she founded almost two decades ago. Jericka Duncan reports.
House lawmakers questioned Homeland Security officials following reports that the department may be using facial recognition technology in ways that violate civil liberties. Adam Scott Wandt, assistant professor of public policy and a technologist at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, joins CBSN to discuss how this technology is being used.
Cruz's lawyers liken him to a civil rights icon for fighting a limit on campaign financing
"If segregationists had their way, I would not be a member of the United States Senate today," Harris tells "CBS This Morning"
Kamala Harris told the former vice president that his comments about working with segregationists were "hurtful" to people of color like her
The first Democratic debates in the 2020 presidential campaign take place this week with race and Civil Rights expected to be major topics. Candidate and South Bend, Indiana Mayor Pete Buttigieg was emotional, as he heard from angry constituents Sunday. A police-involved shooting that killed a black man has raised racial tensions in South Bend. Nancy Cordes reports.
Former vice president singled out Sen. Cory Booker, a rival for the Democratic nomination, "should apologize to me"
Phoenix mayor and police chief booed, hear calls for officers' firing in wake of video showing cops pointing guns, shouting after girl's shoplifting
Phoenix's mayor and police chief are apologizing to a family that filed a $10 million civil rights lawsuit over an incident caught on video. The cellphone video shows officers cursing and pointing guns, threatening to shoot, after responding to a report of shoplifting. Jeff Pegues reports.
Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rossello has filed a new bill in the U.S. territory's legislature that would move its Democratic presidential primary from June to March. Rossello said the move is meant to keep Puerto Rico from being forgotten. The governor joined CBSN to explain why the move is important to the future of the island and why statehood should be considered a civil rights crisis.
For decades a policy that deemed homosexuals a national security threat would blackmail government workers and destroy careers, until some fought back
CBS Chicago investigation finds other instances of Chicago officers pointing guns at kids, causing emotional trauma
When 11-year-old Sarah Haycox noticed a plaque in a park, she decided to learn everything she could about the man it was dedicated to. Then she came up with a way to honor his life. Steve Hartman has her story on the road.
The Alabama senator told CBSN's "Red & Blue" he worries history might repeat itself and underscored the importance of reflecting on racial injustices from the '50s and '60s
Sen. Doug Jones, D-Alabama, joins Margaret Brennan to discuss his new book, "Bending Toward Justice: The Birmingham Church Bombing that Changed the Course of Civil Rights."
A growing number of states are beginning to pass laws that would immediately ban abortion if Roe v. Wade is overturned. CBS News digital reporter Kate Smith joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss her reporting on the topic.
More than a million people are expected to attend events in Atlanta in the 10 days leading up to next week’s Super Bowl, many hoping to “paint the town red.” But Atlantas been doing some painting of its own. The project is called “Off The Wall: Atlanta’s Civil Rights and Social Justice Journey" and it's told through a series of murals. Organizers say it's about honoring the past, acknowledging the present, and setting aspirations for the future. Dana Jacobson reports.
Facial-detection technology that Amazon markets to law enforcement often misidentifies women, particularly those with darker skin, according to new research
Facebook released the findings of an audit led by a longtime ACLU director
The tribute came 63 years after Parks was arrested for refusing to give up her seat to a white man
Police in the Seattle suburb of Kirkland have apologized for helping the owner of a frozen yogurt shop kick out a black man because employees said they felt uncomfortable
Whether spoken or written, the words of Civil Rights pioneer Malcolm X have influenced generations. Now, more than five decades after his assassination, we're learning much more about his views of the world thanks to some newly unveiled documents. Vladimir Duthiers reports.
Former Vice President Joe Biden received the 2018 Freedom Award Wednesday for his contribution to civil rights. The former Democratic senator joins a list of honorees that includes Nelson Mandela, Bernice King, and John Lewis. Norah O'Donnell spoke with Joe Biden at the National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis where they discussed a range of issues including claims of voter suppression in Georgia's election and how he'll make his decision on whether to run for president in 2020.
"We feel as equal citizens now," says an activist celebrating outside top court; "What happens in our bedroom is left to us"
Hassan Nasrallah, the longtime leader of Iran-backed Hezbollah, was killed in an airstrike in Lebanon's capital Beirut.
Millions of customers in several states were in the dark as Helene moved inland from the Big Bend area of Florida's Gulf Coast.
During a visit to the U.S.-Mexico border, Vice President Kamala Harris said she intends to keep President Biden's asylum crackdown in place.
British actress Dame Maggie Smith had an extensive career in theater and movies, gaining international acclaim in later roles in "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey."
This follows a bombshell report last week which found that Robinson had posted racist and sexually explicit comments online.
Authorities have successfully airlifted over 50 people stranded by fast-moving flood waters from the roof of a hospital in Erwin, in eastern Tennessee.
The record comes in a season in which the White Sox had multiple double-digit losing streaks and fired manager Pedro Grifol.
Indicted NYC Mayor Eric Adams pleaded not guilty to federal bribery and campaign finance charges at his arraignment Friday.
Former President Donald Trump met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at Trump Tower in New York on Friday morning.
This follows a bombshell report last week which found that Robinson had posted racist and sexually explicit comments online.
Bill Pyles' Halloween display in Oxford, Ohio, often resulted in a steady stream of hate mail from angry neighbors.
Maj. Michael Stockin, an Army physician accused by more than 40 patients of sexual misconduct, has reached a plea deal with prosecutors, his attorney says.
Bigger bins and premium-priced seating with added legroom are just some of the changes the carrier is betting will win over customers.
Authorities have successfully airlifted over 50 people stranded by fast-moving flood waters from the roof of a hospital in Erwin, in eastern Tennessee.
Bigger bins and premium-priced seating with added legroom are just some of the changes the carrier is betting will win over customers.
Rising Florida home insurance rates, which surged 45% from 2017 to 2022, are likely to keep climbing along with the mercury, experts say.
Loophole in law means potentially deadly furniture is still being sold by major retailers, advocacy group cautions.
Grocery costs barely rose last month, according to Friday's report, and energy costs dropped 0.8%, led by cheaper gasoline.
A government task force is ready to help minimize supply-chain disruptions in case of a prolonged East Coast port strike, Biden administration says
This follows a bombshell report last week which found that Robinson had posted racist and sexually explicit comments online.
Despite suspending his campaign, the independent presidential candidate was fighting to have his name restored to the state's ballot.
Here are the rules of the CBS News vice presidential debate between JD Vance and Tim Walz.
Grocery costs barely rose last month, according to Friday's report, and energy costs dropped 0.8%, led by cheaper gasoline.
Indicted NYC Mayor Eric Adams pleaded not guilty to federal bribery and campaign finance charges at his arraignment Friday.
Loophole in law means potentially deadly furniture is still being sold by major retailers, advocacy group cautions.
Officials claim the changes "had no bearing" on Boar's Head's now-shuttered plant.
Many Americans are unaware of the connection between drinking and cancer risk, despite growing research that points to the negative health impacts of alcohol.
Gov. Gavin Newsom signs law prompted by a decade-long CBS News California investigation into California's newborn genetic biobank.
Ten deaths have been linked to now-recalled Boar's Head products.
Hassan Nasrallah, the longtime leader of Iran-backed Hezbollah, was killed in an airstrike in Lebanon's capital Beirut.
The Viking burial ground, used during the 9th and 10th centuries, was discovered on the southern outskirts of the village of Åsum.
Hezbollah senior commanders were the target of the strikes, according to a senior Israeli official, who said it was too early to confirm if the group's leader, Hassan Nasrallah, had been killed.
There are no coastal watches or warnings in effect for either storm however, the waves from Issac could cause life-threatening surf and rip current conditions in the Azores
In October 2022, Phoebe Plummer and Anna Holland threw two cans of Heinz tomato soup over the artwork at London's National Gallery.
In this preview of an interview to be broadcast on "CBS Sunday Morning" September 29, correspondent Anthony Mason talks with Chris Martin and Jonny Buckland of the rock band Coldplay about their massively-successful world tour.
A simple cocktail recipe, from the author of the New York Times bestseller, "Barefoot Contessa at Home."
U.K. regulators found "serious misconduct" by Naomi Campbell's Fashion for Relief charity, disqualifying her from running a charity in Britain for five years.
British actress Dame Maggie Smith had an extensive career in theater and movies, gaining international acclaim in later roles in "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey."
Tony Dokoupil and Adriana Diaz co-host "CBS Mornings Plus," airing weekdays on CBS-owned stations in Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco, Detroit and Miami, and streaming on CBS News 24/7.
Top U.S. artificial intelligence startup OpenAI took a hit Thursday after three of its top executives exited the company. The departures come as CEO Sam Altman is reportedly preparing to turn OpenAI into a traditional for-profit company. Connie Guglielmo, senior vice president focused on AI edit strategy for CNET, joins CBS News to examine the future of the startup.
Super Micro Computer's stock price fell sharply after the Wall Street Journal reported the company faces a federal investigation.
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.
Meta AI will talk to you in the voice of a handful of celebrities, Mark Zuckerberg announced today.
CBS News found the song has been used in more than 4,500 TikTok videos alone, with some users believing it's a song released by Bieber.
The Viking burial ground, used during the 9th and 10th centuries, was discovered on the southern outskirts of the village of Åsum.
Nine years after it was negotiated, the Paris Climate Agreement continues to serve as a blueprint for global environmental goals. Todd Stern, the top U.S. negotiator for the deal, outlines the years-long process it took to reach the landmark agreement in his new book, "Landing the Paris Climate Agreement: How It Happened, Why It Matters and What Comes Next." Stern joins CBS News to look back at the talks.
Florida is bracing for the wrath of Hurricane Helene. A common question that scientists face during natural disasters like this is: Has climate change impacted their severity? CBS News Miami investigative reporter Jim Defede and CBS News Texas investigative reporter Brian New break down how lawmakers and residents in their states view climate change amid natural disasters.
Three houses have collapsed into the ocean in Rodanthe, North Carolina, in less than a week — and they're likely not the last. Here's why.
President Biden touted his administration's climate progress at the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday. But in California, lawmakers have often been ahead of the federal government's climate policy, although they are not always aligned. CBS News California investigative correspondent Julie Watts has more.
Maj. Michael Stockin, an Army physician accused by more than 40 patients of sexual misconduct, has reached a plea deal with prosecutors, his attorney says.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams appeared in court Friday and pleaded not guilty to federal charges against him. CBS News' Nikki Battiste was in court while the Adams' arraignment took place.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams was arraigned Friday, a day after a federal indictment outlined alleged crimes Adams carried out involving a foreign government. CBS News' Nikki Battiste was in court.
Enrique Ariza was convicted of "persecution, harassment" and other crimes against Claudia Julieta Duque, the prosecutor's office said.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is set to be arraigned Friday on federal charges that include bribery, conspiracy and campaign finance charges. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
A NASA astronaut and a Russian cosmonaut will join the Starliner astronauts for a normal tour of duty
The Soyuz landing in Kazakhstan sets the stage for launch of a SpaceX Crew Dragon flight to the space station Thursday.
For the next two months, Earth will have a "mini-moon" when a small asteroid temporarily orbits the planet. Scientists say the asteroid, which is only 33 feet long, will enter Earth's gravity in a horseshoe orbit September 29 before leaving on November 25. Most people won't get a glimpse of this mini-moon though, it's too small to see without professional equipment.
The asteroid was discovered in August and is set to become a mini-moon, spinning around Earth in a horseshoe shape for about two months.
NASA's "Hidden Figures," whose work helped put men on the moon, were honored Wednesday in a Congressional Gold Medal ceremony.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
A look at the evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case; plus, newly revealed letters from the man police say wanted to be like fictional serial killer Dexter Morgan.
A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along?
New York City mayor Eric Adams pleaded not guilty to multiple federal criminal charges on Friday. Prosecutors have alleged that the mayor accepted lavish gifts from foreign governments for years, and that he illegally received taxpayer money for his campaign.
This morning, there's a clearer picture of the damage left by Hurricane Helene. The storm is being blamed for at least 45 deaths across five states, and more than 3.8 million customers are without power from Florida to Ohio as the remnants of the storm move over Appalachia, bringing rain and catastrophic flash flooding.
Workers at ports along the East and Gulf Coasts are preparing to go on strike, which could have a major impact on the U.S. economy. Meanwhile, the White Sox have officially become the worst team in Major League Baseball history. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener.
In Iowa, we learn why many farmers are installing wind turbines on their properties to lift declining revenues. Then in California, we tour a one-of-a-kind rescue shelter giving neglected and abused animals a second chance. Watch these stories and more on Eye on America with host Michelle Miller.
The Yankees, Guardians, Phillies and Dodgers punched their tickets to the post season in their respective leagues while two wild card spots remain up for grabs heading into the final weekend of the regular season. CBS Sports MLB writer Matt Snyder breaks it all down.