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Fired Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin invoked his Fifth Amendment right to not take the witness stand at his murder trial. Keir Dougall, a CBS News legal contributor and former federal prosecutor, spoke with Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers on CBSN about the legal strategy behind this move.
The prosecution and defense have both rested in the Derek Chauvin trial. Former federal prosecutor and CBS News legal contributor Keir Dougall spoke with Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers on CBSN about the case and what to expect from closing arguments on Monday.
Prosecutors in the Derek Chauvin trial called only one rebuttal witness after the defense rested its case on Thursday. Pulmonologist Dr. Martin Tobin, who specializes in how people breathe, spoke about the defense's theory that exhaust from a police cruiser could have harmed George Floyd. Keir Dougall, a CBS News legal contributor and former federal prosecutor, broke down the testimony on CBSN.
Derek Chauvin's lawyer is expected to rest his case in the fired Minneapolis police officer's murder trial. Keir Dougall, a CBS News legal contributor and former federal prosecutor, spoke with Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers on CBSN about whether Chauvin should testify in his defense and what rebuttal witnesses the prosecution should call.
Defense expert witness Dr. David Fowler, a retired forensic pathologist, testified in the Derek Chauvin trial Wednesday that George Floyd's death should be considered "undetermined" rather than a homicide. Dr. Fowler also said that carbon monoxide poisoning from the squad car's exhaust may have contributed to Floyd's death. State and federal defense attorney Bernarda Villalona joins CBSN AM to discuss the defense's case.
Dr. David Fowler, a forensic pathologist, said he believes Floyd died of cardiac arrhythmia due to his heart disease.
In the Derek Chauvin trial, a forensics expert testified on behalf of the defense to cast doubt over what killed George Floyd. Dr. David Fowler says carbon monoxide poisoning is one of several factors that contributed to Floyd's death. Jamie Yuccas is following the trial in Minneapolis.
Former Brooklyn Center police officer Kim Potter has been charged with second-degree manslaughter in the shooting death of Daunte Wright, as the defense makes its case in the trial of former police officer Derek Chauvin in the death of George Floyd. CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry joins "CBSN AM" to discuss.
Former Minnesota officer charged with second-degree manslaughter; Dollar General to hire 20,000 workers
Dr. David Fowler, the defense's medical expert, says George Floyd died from cardiac arrhythmia due to his underlying heart condition. Floyd said there were also a number of contributing factors, such as Floyd's drug use and exposure to carbon monoxide, leading him to classify Floyd's manner of death as "undetermined." The Hennepin County Medical Examiner ruled Floyd's death as a homicide. CBS News legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe breaks down what this means for the case.
The former chief medical examiner for the state of Maryland testified for the defense in the Derek Chauvin trial on Wednesday. Dr. David Fowler took the stand and said George Floyd's enlarged heart and drug use led to his death. Legal analysts Rikki Klieman and Jessica Levinson spoke with Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers on CBSN to break down the morning's testimony.
Upon cross-examination on Tuesday, the prosecution in the Derek Chauvin trial pushed the defense's use-of-force expert on his claim that George Floyd was resisting arrest. Legal analyst Rikki Klieman broke down the testimony that she says hurt the defense on CBSN.
The Brooklyn Center, Minnesota police officer who shot Daunte Wright has resigned. Skyler Henry joins "CBSN AM" to discuss the latest in that case and in the trial of Derek Chauvin.
Derek Chauvin's defense lawyer called a use-of-force expert on Tuesday who testified that the former Minneapolis police officer's actions while arresting George Floyd were reasonable. Attorney Jesse Weber joins CBSN AM with legal analysis of the latest testimony.
The defense attorneys in the Derek Chauvin trial called six witnesses, including an expert witness who says the use of force against George Floyd was justified. During testimony, Chauvin's attorney focused on Floyd's drug use. Jamie Yuccas reports from outside the courthouse where the defense will resume their case.
Testimony focused on George Floyd's drug use, and a use-of-force expert testified Chauvin was justified in restraining him.
After 11 days of testimony, the prosecution has rested their case and the defense has started presenting theirs. As CBS News' Jamie Yuccas report, the key witness was another use-of-force expert who said Derek Chauvin was justified in restraining George Floyd, and called the restraint Chauvin used on Floyd a "control technique." Criminal defense attorney Imran Ansari then joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the defense's opening day of arguments.
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.
The attorney for former police officer Derek Chauvin, accused of killing George Floyd, will have the chance to make his case as the prosecution prepares to rest. The defense is expected to begin calling its witnesses Tuesday, and closing arguments are expected Monday. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins CBSN to discuss what she makes of the prosecution's witnesses.
Robin Hood Foundation CEO Wes Moore, co-author of the book "Five Days," joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the violent police encounter of Daunte Wright, and comparisons to the events surrounding the death of Freddie Gray in Baltimore.
Defense attorneys for Derek Chauvin will begin calling witnesses this week. Former prosecutor Vinoo Varghese joins CBSN AM to weigh in on whether or not the former police officer accused in the death of George Floyd should take the stand.
Despite a curfew order, around 40 people were arrested in the second night of protests against the fatal shooting of Daunte Wright. The Brooklyn Center, Minnesota police chief says he believes the officer meant to use her taser instead of a gun on the 20-year-old. CBS News' Laura Podesta joins CBSN AM with the latest.
As attorneys for former officer Derek Chauvin prepare to mount his defense, much of Minneapolis is on edge for a verdict that could come around the first anniversary of George Floyd's death. One historically Black church, Shiloh Temple International Ministries, created a "safe space" for members of the community to talk through what they're feeling as they watch the trial. Jamie Yuccas joined a recent group in the church.
George Floyd's brother Philonise took the stand at the murder trial of Derek Chauvin. He shared stories with jurors about growing up with his big brother. Jamie Yuccas has the emotional testimony.
Day 11 of the Derek Chauvin murder trial got underway in Minneapolis on Monday. The prosecutors are trying to prove Floyd died from a lack of oxygen, a result of Derek Chauvin's knee being on his neck for more than nine minutes. One cardiologist who testified said Floyd's death was "absolutely preventable." Jenny Roberts, the co-director of the Criminal Justice Clinic and professor of law at American University, joins CBSN for a closer look at the trial.
Millions of customers in several states were in the dark as Helene moved inland from the Big Bend area of Florida's Gulf Coast.
Federal prosecutors have charged three Iranian hackers for allegedly targeting members of former President Donald Trump's presidential campaign as part of a "wide-ranging" cyber scheme.
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."
Here are the rules of the CBS News vice presidential debate between JD Vance and Tim Walz.
Officials claim the changes "had no bearing" on Boar's Head's now-shuttered plant.
City officials shared clips of boats slammed into homes and a residence burning amid the floodwaters as they conducted water rescue operations.
Israel's leader softens his stance on a U.S.-backed cease-fire proposal with Hezbollah, but deadly strikes in Lebanon continue as he addresses the U.N.
Indicted NYC Mayor Eric Adams pleaded not guilty to federal bribery and campaign finance charges at his arraignment Friday.
Many Americans are unaware of the connection between drinking and cancer risk, despite growing research that points to the negative health impacts of alcohol.
Officials claim the changes "had no bearing" on Boar's Head's now-shuttered plant.
Here are the rules of the CBS News vice presidential debate between JD Vance and Tim Walz.
City officials shared clips of boats slammed into homes and a residence burning amid the floodwaters as they conducted water rescue operations.
Video shows a Coast Guard member descending into the choppy ocean from a helicopter to reach the man and dog.
Investigators say the suspicious timing of doing a load of laundry and a call to 911 focused their attention on a former state trooper and his potential role in his wife's death.
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
A top investor in Trump Media & Technology Group has shed most of its position in the Truth Social owner, according to a filing.
Former President Donald Trump announced the new watch line on Truth Social, describing the timepieces as "truly special."
Super Micro Computer's stock price fell sharply after the Wall Street Journal reported the company faces a federal investigation.
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.
"I don't think we know who's going to win Michigan yet," Rep. Debbie Dingell told chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett on "The Takeout" podcast.
Vice President Kamala Harris will deliver remarks in Douglas, Arizona, her first trip to the U.S.-Mexico border since becoming the Democratic nominee for president.
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.
The latest round of COVIDTests.gov will again rely on less sensitive "antigen" tests.
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, Pheobe Plummer and Anna Holland threw two cans of Heinz tomato soup over the artwork at London's National Gallery.
Enrique Ariza was convicted of "persecution, harassment" and other crimes against Claudia Julieta Duque, the prosecutor's office said.
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.
South Korea is poised to criminalize possessing or looking at sexually explicit AI-manipulated deepfake photos or video.
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.
The Nevada Supreme Court left open a possibility for charges to be refiled.
Academy Award-winning actor Cate Blanchett joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her new psychological thriller, "Disclaimer."
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.
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.
Some of California's Democratic state politicians say they are voting against clean energy measures and climate legislation for economic reasons connected to their constituents. CBS News Sacramento's Julie Watts reports.
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.
Investigators say the suspicious timing of doing a load of laundry and a call to 911 focused their attention on a former state trooper and his potential role in his wife's death.
A search of Brian Crossman Jr.'s cell phone found multiple internet searches related to serial killers and unresolved murders, police said.
Indicted NYC Mayor Eric Adams pleaded not guilty to federal bribery and campaign finance charges at his arraignment Friday.
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.
The September Harvest Moon will see a partial lunar eclipse, peaking the night of Tuesday, Sept. 17.
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?
A CBS News investigation looks into internet romance scams that are targeting Americans, tracking them to Ghana, where many of the scams begin. Debora Patta shows how men and women who are looking for love online are tricked into sending money.
The Coast Guard rescued a man and his dog who were sailing off the coast on Sanibel Island as Hurricane Helene approached Florida. Also, CBS News Philadelphia Grant Gilmore has the latest forecast.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the United Nations General Assembly Friday, remaining undefiant about Israel's operations in the Middle East that appear to be escalating. CBS News' Olivia Gazis has more.
Hurricane Helene left damage behind in Tallahassee, Florida, and other areas close to the Gulf of Mexico. Tom Hanson reports. Also, FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell joins CBS News with more on federal response for those affected.
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.