Florida's new Black history curriculum cites "personal benefit" of slavery
The lessons will be taught to sixth through eighth grade students this year.
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How gender, race could shape 2024 campaigns
A CBS News poll released Monday shows 82% of Republicans say efforts to promote the rights of transgender people in the nation are "going too far." For Democrats, 33% believe the same. CBS News' executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto breaks down the findings and how they could shape races in 2024.
2023 "State of Black America" report
The National Urban League has released its annual "State of Black America" report, which says democracy for Black Americans is "under attack." CBS News' Lilia Luciano and Lana Zak spoke with Marc Morial, the president and CEO of the National Urban League, about the findings.
Florida bill targets "diversity, equity, or inclusion" at colleges
The bill would ban public colleges and universities from using funds to "promote, support, or maintain any programs or campus activities that promote" DEI.
Revised AP African American studies curriculum released
The College Board on Wednesday released its new Advanced Placement course on African American studies. The board made revisions to the course after Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said he would ban it unless changes were made. Wall Street Journal reporter Doug Belkin joined CBS News to discuss the latest on the story.
A look at the new AP curriculum for African American Studies
The course was first announced last August but the final framework was released on Wednesday.
No AP African American Studies course in Florida schools, says DeSantis administration
The course is being piloted in 60 schools nationwide this year.
Judge blocks Florida "woke" law, citing First Amendment
The judge said the "Stop WOKE" act violates the First Amendment and is impermissibly vague.
Florida releases math exercises they say teach critical race theory, Common Core
The Department said the textbooks had exercises based on critical race theory.
Banned books: The 10 most commonly challenged books in the U.S. -- and where to buy them
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Critical race theory mentions lead Florida to ban many math textbooks
State education officials found that 41 percent of the books submitted violated its standards. That's the most in the state's history.
Talking about race with those who are unwilling
More states are planning to ban anything having to do with the concept of "Critical Race Theory," an academic concept that explores the impact of slavery and racism on American society. CBS News political analyst and New York Times opinion columnist Jamelle Bouie joins Lana Zak to discuss more.
The Trials of Critical Race Theory
A new episode of CBS Reports' Reverb series examines the backlash to so-called critical race theory in schools and the impact on students and teachers.
Texas Republicans set legislative agenda
With a special legislative session starting in Texas, the state is poised to become a testing ground for Republican messaging on "culture war" issues, from election reform to critical race theory. Politico reporter Renuka Rayasam joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" with more on that, plus Governor Greg Abbott's reelection campaign and what to expect when CPAC 2021 starts in Dallas this weekend.
Lanhee Chen on state of GOP
Five months into the Biden administration, the Republican Party is still working to shape their opposition to the White House. Hoover Institution fellow Lanhee Chen, who worked on presidential campaigns for Mitt Romney and Marco Rubio, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano to discuss infrastructure, health care, critical race theory, election audits and his own political aspirations.
Pope Francis' body being moved to St. Peter's Basilica to lie in state
The pontiff's body was being transferred for three days of public viewing so the Catholic faithful and others can pay their respects.
Elon Musk says his DOGE work will "drop significantly" in May
Elon Musk told Tesla investors that he plans to scale back his time at the Department of Government Efficiency.
Trump says he has "no intention of firing" Fed chief Jerome Powell
President Trump said he isn't planning on firing Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell, one day after calling Powell a "major loser."
Tesla's earnings fall far short as investors ask Elon Musk to ditch DOGE
Tesla's sales and stock price have taken a hit this year amid blowback over CEO Elon Musk's role in the Trump administration.
NIH director pushes back timeline for RFK Jr.'s autism answers
National Institutes of Health Director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya said "it's hard to guarantee when science will make an advance."
Deported man's attorneys say DOJ isn't providing answers ordered by judge
Lawyers for Kilmar Abrego Garcia say DOJ has provided "nothing of substance" in response to the expedited discovery process ordered by the judge.
More prosecutors resign in wake of dismissal of NYC Mayor Eric Adams' case
Three prosecutors are resigning amid a probe into their handling of New York City Mayor Eric Adams' corruption case, which was dismissed by the Trump-era Department of Justice.
Supreme Court likely to rule for parents over opt-outs for LGBTQ-themed books
A Maryland school board decided to end parental opt-outs for instruction featuring storybooks that address gender identity and sexual orientation, sparking the dispute that's before the Supreme Court.
Witnesses take stand in Karen Read trial
Karen Read's second trial started today with opening statements and witness testimony. in the Massachusetts murder case.
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Mike Patrick, longtime football and basketball broadcaster, dies at 80
Mike Patrick called countless college football and basketball games, and is best known for his work on ESPN's "Sunday Night Football" from 1987 through 2005.
NIH director pushes back timeline for RFK Jr.'s autism answers
National Institutes of Health Director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya said "it's hard to guarantee when science will make an advance."
Democrats visit Mahmoud Khalil and Rümeysa Öztürk in ICE detention
Democratic members of Congress demanded their immediate release.
What did Lori Vallow Daybell do? A timeline of the case
Lori Vallow Daybell was sentenced to life without parole after an Idaho jury found her guilty in May 2023 on all charges for her role in the deaths of her two youngest children, Tylee Ryan, 16, Joshua "JJ" Vallow, 7, and her husband's first wife, Tammy Daybell.
How the Lenape Nation fights to protect the Delaware River
The Lenape's efforts helped lead to a 2021 ban on fracking in the Delaware River Basin and prevented the building of a dam along the river in 2002.
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Elon Musk says his DOGE work will "drop significantly" in May
Elon Musk told Tesla investors that he plans to scale back his time at the Department of Government Efficiency.
Trump says he has "no intention of firing" Fed chief Jerome Powell
President Trump said he isn't planning on firing Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell, one day after calling Powell a "major loser."
FDA stops short of synthetic food dye ban, calls on industry to stop use
Federal health officials want companies to swap out certain food dyes with natural alternatives.
Tesla's earnings fall far short as investors ask Elon Musk to ditch DOGE
Tesla's sales and stock price have taken a hit this year amid blowback over CEO Elon Musk's role in the Trump administration.
More Americans teetering on the edge of bankruptcy. Here's why.
Record consumer debt, years of steep inflation and other factors are driving more Americans to considering filing for bankruptcy.
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Democrats visit Mahmoud Khalil and Rümeysa Öztürk in ICE detention
Democratic members of Congress demanded their immediate release.
Elon Musk says his DOGE work will "drop significantly" in May
Elon Musk told Tesla investors that he plans to scale back his time at the Department of Government Efficiency.
Trump says he has "no intention of firing" Fed chief Jerome Powell
President Trump said he isn't planning on firing Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell, one day after calling Powell a "major loser."
Deported man's attorneys say DOJ isn't providing answers ordered by judge
Lawyers for Kilmar Abrego Garcia say DOJ has provided "nothing of substance" in response to the expedited discovery process ordered by the judge.
New York Times did not libel Sarah Palin, jury in defamation case finds
A jury concluded The New York Times did not libel former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin for an error in a 2017 editorial she says damaged her reputation.
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NIH director pushes back timeline for RFK Jr.'s autism answers
National Institutes of Health Director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya said "it's hard to guarantee when science will make an advance."
FDA stops short of synthetic food dye ban, calls on industry to stop use
Federal health officials want companies to swap out certain food dyes with natural alternatives.
Dietitians react to the "people kibble" trend of meal prepping
Ever struggled with planning nutritious meals? A TikTok user has shared his viral solution that others online have dubbed "people kibble."
Tina Knowles on Stage 1 breast cancer diagnosis
Tina Knowles, mother of Beyoncé and Solange, spoke to "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King about her Stage 1 breast cancer diagnosis and how her daughters Beyoncé and Solange, niece Angie Beyincé, and bonus daughter Kelly Rowland have supported her throughout the process.
Trump's addiction funding cuts hurt recovery groups
When the Trump administration cut more than $11 billion in COVID-era funds to states, addiction recovery programs suffered swift losses.
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Pope Francis' body moved to St. Peter's Basilica for 3 days of public viewing
The body of Pope Francis was transferred to St. Peter's Basilica to lie in state for three days so the Catholic faithful and others can pay their respects.
5 former Canadian junior hockey players plead not guilty in sex assault case
Dillon Dube, Carter Hart, Michael McLeod, Cal Foote and Alex Formenton were charged with sexual assault last year for an incident that allegedly took place in 2018 in London, Ontario.
Houston Catholics mourn Pope Francis, reflect on legacy
CBS News spoke to parishioners at Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart after the death of Pope Francis.
At least 20 tourists reportedly dead after gunmen open fire in Kashmir
India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi says the gunmen behind a terrorist attack on tourists in the Kashmir region "will not be spared!"
U.S. soldier, 17, who went missing in Korean War is accounted for
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Oprah Winfrey selects Tina Knowles' "Matriarch" for latest book club pick
Oprah Winfrey has named "Matriarch" by Tina Knowles as her latest book club selection. The memoir shares Knowles' personal journey from growing up in segregated Texas to raising music icons Beyoncé and Solange.
Behind the scenes of "Climbing in Heels"
Agent turned producer Elaine Goldsmith-Thomas joins us to discuss her debut novel "Climbing in Heels," a story set in the 1980s about three women navigating the cutthroat world of Hollywood representation. The book, already being developed into a TV series, was inspired by her real-life experiences and encouraged by her producing partner, Jennifer Lopez.
Tina Knowles opens up about breast cancer diagnosis
Tina Knowles shares how a missed mammogram may have led to a delayed detection of breast cancer, and opens up about the support from her daughters, Beyoncé and Solange, niece Angie Beyincé, and bonus daughter Kelly Rowland.
George Clooney jokes about dyeing his iconic silver hair for Broadway
George Clooney dyed his hair to star in the Broadway adaptation of "Good Night and Good Luck," and he knows it's catching people off guard.
Paisley Park honors Prince 9 years after death
Monday marks nine years since the death of Minnesota superstar Prince, and his former home and recording studio marked the occasion by inviting fans for a day of remembrance.
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Could a federal judge break up Google? Here's what to know.
U.S. Department of Justice attorneys are seeking to impose sweeping penalties on Google after a court ruled the tech giant is a monopoly.
Fake job seekers are flooding the market, thanks to AI
Companies say fake job seekers are using artificial intelligence to get remote jobs, often in an attempt to steal insider secrets.
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.
Scientist on reviving extinct dire wolves
Biotech company Colossal Bioscience has made headlines for saying it brought the dire wolf species back from extinction. CBS News' Lindsey Reiser spoke with the company's chief science officer, Beth Shapiro, who broke down the science and motivations behind the project.
About 429,200 wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
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Reporter's Notebook: Earth Day perspective
If Earth's entire 4.5 billion-year history was squeezed into a single, 24-hour day, when would modern humans arrive? "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson ponders the meaning of Earth Day.
NASA images show peanut-shaped asteroid during high-speed flyby
This asteroid is bigger than scientists anticipated, about 5 miles long and 2 miles wide at its widest point — resembling a deformed peanut.
NASA spacecraft to zoom past asteroid this weekend at 30,000 mph
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Breaking down the return of dire wolves
Colossal Biosciences says it successfully gene-edited gray wolves to carry traits of the extinct dire wolf. Founder and CEO Ben Lamm and Chief Science Officer Beth Shapiro discuss the research and rising controversy.
Scientists find "strongest evidence yet" of life on distant planet
A British-U.S. team of researchers detected signs of two chemicals in the planet's atmosphere long considered to be "biosignatures" indicating extraterrestrial life.
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Details on Lori Vallow Daybell conviction
An Arizona jury on Tuesday convicted Lori Vallow Daybell of conspiring to murder her estranged husband in 2019. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez and Jessica Levinson have more details.
Lori Vallow Daybell found guilty of murder
An Arizona woman has been found guilty of conspiring to murder her estranged husband in 2019. Lori Vallow Daybell pleaded not guilty and represented herself in court. She is already serving life sentences in Idaho for the murders of her children and conspiring to murder her then-boyfriend's wife. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
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Lori Vallow Daybell convicted in ex-husband Charles Vallow's death
"Doomsday mom" Lori Vallow Daybell, who was convicted in the murders of her children, was found guilty of conspiring to murder her estranged husband in 2019.
1981 cold case homicide closed thanks to DNA evidence, police say
Vicki Radig, 20, was reported missing by her family in March 1981.
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NASA images show peanut-shaped asteroid during high-speed flyby
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During the peak of the Lyrid meteor shower, 10 to 20 meteors could be seen per hour, NASA says.
NASA's most senior astronaut returns to Earth with 2 cosmonauts
Don Pettit, NASA's oldest active astronaut, marked his 70th birthday by landing on the steppe of Kazakhstan after 220 days in space.
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Astronomer on new evidence pointing to life
Astronomers say they have discovered "the strongest evidence yet" of life on a distant planet, although, they stress that more research is needed. Chief astronomer and planetarium director of the Franklin Institute Derrick Pitts joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
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"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
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Details on Lori Vallow Daybell conviction
An Arizona jury on Tuesday convicted Lori Vallow Daybell of conspiring to murder her estranged husband in 2019. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez and Jessica Levinson have more details.
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If Earth's entire 4.5 billion-year history was squeezed into a single, 24-hour day, when would modern humans arrive? "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson ponders the meaning of Earth Day.
How warming rivers are threatening fishing tourism
Recent research found 87% of rivers studied across the U.S. and Europe are warming, with 70% losing oxygen. Communities that depend on fishing tourism are feeling the impact. David Schechter reports.
Can Trump overhaul the Endangered Species Act?
For more than 50 years, the Endangered Species Act has helped protect nearly 1,700 plants and animals, including the bald eagle. But the act, signed into law by Richard Nixon, is expected to get a major overhaul with a proposed rule change by the Trump administration. Andrew Wetzler, a senior vice president at the Natural Resources Defense Council, joins to discuss.
What we know about Pope Francis' final moments
Mourners will be able to visit Pope Francis as he lies in state at St. Peter's Basilica starting Wednesday. Chris Livesay has the latest.