Impending release of MLK Jr. assassination files opposed by King family
DNI Tulsi Gabbard said Thursday that the assassination files of Martin Luther King Jr. and Robert F. Kennedy would be released in "the next few days."
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Reporter's Notebook: MLK Jr.'s last speech
Martin Luther King Jr.'s last speech eerily foreshadowed his death, but a passage about stepping up to help others is often missed. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Trump to release files on MLK Jr.'s assassination. Here's what to expect.
President Trump signed an executive order declassify any remaining files from Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination. MLK was shot and killed on April 4, 1968, in Memphis.
Trump signs executive order to release more JFK, RFK, MLK assassination files
President Trump said he'll declassify any remaining files from John F. Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy and Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassinations.
Sisters who marched with MLK in Boston educate next generation
Sisters Glynnette and Beverly Byron were a part of a 20,000-person crowd back in April 1965.
Martin Luther King III urges return of civility, focus on equality
Martin Luther King III, a civil rights activist and the son of Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King, spoke to CBS News on MLK Day and Trump's inauguration.
Biden details Supreme Court reforms
President Biden spoke Monday at the Lyndon B. Johnson Presidential Library honoring the 60th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act. The president slammed recent Supreme Court rulings and unveiled his new reform proposal. This included calling for term limits for the high court.
What history can teach about this U.S. moment
In the past two weeks, former President Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt and President Biden ended his reelection campaign. Has there ever been two weeks in American history like this? The answer: Yes and no. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett explains.
Martin Luther King III shares memories, wisdom from his father
CBS New York's Maurice DuBois sat down with Martin Luther King III for our "Black History is American History" special.
Dexter Scott King dies at age 62
Dexter Scott King, the younger son of Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King, has died at age 62, according to a family statement. Ernie Suggs, a reporter at the Atlanta Journal-Constitution who knew Dexter Scott King, joins CBS News with a look at his life.
Elk Grove vice mayor, Black business owner reflect on MLK's legacy
For Black business leaders in the Sacramento region, including in Elk Grove, it's a special time to reflect on Dr. King's work and how his words inspired them to give back to their community.
Martin Luther King Jr.'s speechwriter on Jewish & Black communities' alliance
Dr. Clarence Jones says the alliance between the Jewish and Black communities helped transform the nation during the civil rights movement.
Martin Luther King Jr. on the power of voting
With Martin Luther King Jr. Day falling on the same day as the first contest in the 2024 GOP primaries, we take a look back at King's own words on the power of voting.
Winter weather delays flights across U.S.
Millions of Americans are under wind chill alerts as extreme cold weather envelops the U.S. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca reports.
MLK's family, NFL announce service initiative
The NFL and Martin Luther King Jr.'s family are kicking off a 5-year initiative committing more than 100 million hours of community service by Americans, according to Martin Luther King III and Arndrea Waters King, who joined CBS News on the celebration of the U.S. holiday commemorating the civil rights icon's birthday.
Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy remembered across Massachusetts
Through songs, poems and moments of reflections, the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is being remembered.
How Lower Merion students are honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy
Lower Merion students and parents honored Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy Friday with a day of service at Harriton High School.
Volunteer, learn, even dance at these MLK Day of Service events
Philadelphia and the region are going big on the Martin Luther King Jr. National Day of Service this year - here's what to know about events.
Retired officers honored for arson attack response
Two retired New York City Police Department officers, and brothers, were honored Saturday for their role in helping halt an arson attack on the Atlanta birth home of civil rights icon Martin Luther King Jr.
Police: Woman tried to set fire to MLK's birth home
A 26-year-old woman was taken into custody Thursday on allegations she tried to set fire to the birth home of civil rights icon Martin Luther King Jr. in Atlanta.
Woman tries to set fire to MLK's birth home, Atlanta police say
The home had been open for public tours through last month, when it was closed for an "extensive renovation project" that is not expected to be completed until 2025.
Rita Moreno recounts attending the March on Washington
In August of 1963, two years after winning an Academy Award for her role in "West Side Story," Rita Moreno sat alongside Sammy Davis Jr. at the March on Washington.
Korean War vet explains why he joined March on Washington
Williams returned from the war feeling like a hero, but once he returned he experienced racism.
A rare look at one of the "I Have A Dream" drafts
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his historic "I Have A Dream" speech 60 years ago. Nikole Killion takes a look at one of the drafts of the speech to see how it differs from what King ultimately said on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial.
Marking 60 years since March on Washington
1963's March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom is an event remembered not only for its soul-stirring rhetoric but for the change it spurred. The decades that followed have been filled with both progress and hardships -- including the assassination of the leader of that history-making march. Marc Morial, CEO of the National Urban League, joins CBS News to reflect on the march.
Mahmoud Khalil was arrested without a warrant, Trump administration confirms
Columbia University activist Mahmoud Khalil's attorneys are asking an immigration judge to terminate his deportation case.
Russia's top diplomat says some Ukraine deal elements need to be "fine tuned"
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov told "Face the Nation" that the Kremlin is "ready to reach a deal," but some elements need to be "fine tuned."
Poll — AI elicits concern, uncertainty, even as many see potential benefits
AI seen as better than humans at online search and data analysis, but not at driving a car or customer service
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Biden expected to attend Pope Francis' funeral, sources say
Pope Francis began his papacy in 2013 during the Obama administration, but former President Barack Obama is not planning to attend, according to a spokesman.
Judge blocks portions of Trump order that seeks to overhaul U.S. elections
President Trump's executive order would require documentary proof of U.S. citizenship in order to register to vote in federal elections.
Nonprofit hospitals chase down patients eligible for free care
For poorest patients at hundreds of nonprofit hospitals, financial pain follows medical care
Trump pardons Nevada politician convicted of fraud
President Trump has issued a full pardon for loyalist Michele Fiore, who paid for her plastic surgery with funds that were meant for a statue honoring a slain police officer.
Formal notice of intent filed to seek death penalty for Luigi Mangione
Federal prosecutors on Thursday filed a formal notice of intent to seek the death penalty for Luigi Mangione in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Trump's surgeon general nominee faces scrutiny over credentials
President Trump and his nominee for surgeon general, Dr. Janette Nesheiwat, have made claims about her certification and schooling appear to be misleading.
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More than 2,000 Confederate symbols standing across the U.S., report says
Out of those symbols, 685 are Confederate monuments, the Southern Poverty Law Center said in its report.
Nonprofit hospitals chase down patients eligible for free care
For poorest patients at hundreds of nonprofit hospitals, financial pain follows medical care
Left temporarily homeless by Helene, many struggle to pay their mortgages
About a month after hurricanes Helene and Milton hit the Southeast, nearly 60,000 homeowners fell behind on their mortgages.
Why many potential buyers have been scared away from Florida's condo market
Owners of older South Florida condominiums have seen a surge in special assessment fees for safety upgrades in response to a state law passed following the 2021 Surfside partial building collapse.
2025 NFL Draft: Day 1 recap of first-round picks
In a sign of the importance of the position, Miami's Cam Ward becomes the third straight quarterback to go No. 1 overall.
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Left temporarily homeless by Helene, many struggle to pay their mortgages
About a month after hurricanes Helene and Milton hit the Southeast, nearly 60,000 homeowners fell behind on their mortgages.
Why many potential buyers have been scared away from Florida's condo market
Owners of older South Florida condominiums have seen a surge in special assessment fees for safety upgrades in response to a state law passed following the 2021 Surfside partial building collapse.
Could a $5,000 "baby bonus" convince Americans to have more kids?
President Trump said that a baby bonus provided to new parents could be a "good idea." Here's how it's worked in other countries.
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Biden expected to attend Pope Francis' funeral, sources say
Pope Francis began his papacy in 2013 during the Obama administration, but former President Barack Obama is not planning to attend, according to a spokesman.
Trump pardons Nevada politician convicted of fraud
President Trump has issued a full pardon for loyalist Michele Fiore, who paid for her plastic surgery with funds that were meant for a statue honoring a slain police officer.
Russia's top diplomat says some Ukraine deal elements need to be "fine tuned"
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov told "Face the Nation" that the Kremlin is "ready to reach a deal," but some elements need to be "fine tuned."
DNC leaders challenge Hogg's efforts to unseat incumbents with public warning
"If you want to challenge incumbents, you're more than free to do that, but just not as an officer of the DNC," DNC Chair Ken Martin said.
Mahmoud Khalil was arrested without a warrant, Trump administration confirms
Columbia University activist Mahmoud Khalil's attorneys are asking an immigration judge to terminate his deportation case.
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House Republicans face dilemma over Medicaid cuts
The GOP is unlikely to reach its lofty goal in spending cuts without paring back Medicaid, the safety net that helps more than 70 million people.
California offering $25 gift cards to encourage bird flu testing
California officials said bird flu testing has not stopped, despite social media rumors.
FDA head falsely claims no scientists laid off, as agency shutters food safety labs
"That just made me so mad," one laid-off FDA scientist said.
Almost half of U.S. exposed to unhealthy levels of air pollution: Report
A new report on air quality across the U.S. offers a cloudy prognosis on the long-term health of about 156 million residents who live in areas that received an "F" in smog and soot pollution.
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Biden expected to attend Pope Francis' funeral, sources say
Pope Francis began his papacy in 2013 during the Obama administration, but former President Barack Obama is not planning to attend, according to a spokesman.
Town "most likely" trashed Warhol silkscreen, 45 other artworks by mistake
The artworks, including a rare 1980s Warhol silkscreen print of the country's former monarch Princess Beatrix, disappeared during work on the town hall.
Holocaust survivors, freed Israeli hostages, march at Auschwitz
This year's March of the Living marked 80 years since the liberation of the German Nazi death camps.
Russia returns body of Ukraine journalist who died in detention
Victoria Roshchyna, who died at age 27, disappeared in August 2023 on a reporting trip in occupied east Ukraine.
Trump "not happy" with Russian strikes on Kyiv: "Vladimir, STOP!"
President Trump called Thursday's strikes "very bad timing," as he wants Russia and Ukraine to reach a peace deal.
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Smokey Robinson reflects on music career, new album and his legacy
Music legend Smokey Robinson spoke to "CBS Mornings" about his decades-long career, his Legacy Tour and why he's creating new music.
Jelly Roll hopeful correcting past mistakes will urge governor to pardon him
Country music star Jelly Roll says he wants to share his message of hope and redemption with others, but says his criminal record is complicating his ability to travel internationally and perform.
See the 2025 American Music Awards nominations
The 2025 AMA nominations were released on Wednesday, with Kendrick Lamar leading with 10. The awards show will air on May 26.
Tina Knowles talks styling Destiny's Child
Tina Knowles, the mother of Beyoncé and Solange, is opening up about her life in her book, "Matriarch." She styled Destiny's Child when the group started out and spoke about how the record label complained about the group's look.
How "Conclave" compares to electing new pope
Roman Catholic cardinals are gathering to decide when to hold the conclave to elect a new pope following Pope Francis' death on Monday. It has sparked renewed interest in the movie "Conclave," which is about the process and came out last year. CBS News' Carter Evans looks at what the movie got right and wrong about the process.
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Trump official on DOJ's face-off with Google
In Washington, D.C., a courtroom face-off continues between Google and the Department of Justice. The fate of Google Search lies in the hands of a federal judge who will decide the best solution to Google's monopoly in internet search. Tech journalist Yasmin Khorram interviewed Omeed Assefi, DOJ antitrust division deputy assistant attorney general, about the case.
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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.
Prince Harry says "keep your kids away from social media"
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and Meghan, say "enough is not being done" about the harm social media can do to children.
AI job scams on the rise
Have you ever wondered if your coworker is a bot? Now, you may have to. Companies say they are working to stop fake job-seekers as new employment scams target both sides of the market. CBS News Confirmed executive producer Melissa Mahtani breaks it down.
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NASA releases stunning space photos to mark Hubble anniversary
The Hubble Space Telescope "opened a new window to the universe" when it launched into space. Now, 35 years later, NASA is releasing some stunning images to celebrate.
Coral reef bleaching hits 84% worldwide, worst on record, surveys show
Harmful bleaching of the world's coral has grown to include 84% of the ocean's reefs in the most intense event of its kind in recorded history, scientists say.
Cicada maps show where the insects will emerge in the U.S. this spring
A large brood of periodical cicadas is due to emerge in the spring of 2025. These maps show where people should expect to see, and hear, the bugs this year.
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.
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Day 3 of testimony in Karen Read murder trial
Testimony resumed Thursday in the retrial of Karen Read, the woman accused of killing her boyfriend, John O'Keefe. CBS News Boston's Kristina Rex reports.
DOJ cutting grants for crime victims groups
Groups that support crime victims say the Trump administration is stripping their federal grant funding. CBS News Department of Justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the details.
Injunction granted to San Francisco and other cities challenging Trump sanctuary city crackdown
A federal judge in California issued a preliminary injunction Thursday blocking the Trump administration from pulling funds from so-called "sanctuary cities" in response to a lawsuit brought by San Francisco and other local governments across the U.S.
Highland Park shooter sentenced to life
Robert Crimo III, the man convicted of several counts of murder for his role in the 2022 Highland Park 4th of July parade shooting, has been sentenced to life in prison without parole. CBS News Chicago has the latest.
FBI on "staggering" internet crimes
The FBI revealed that scammers stole more than $16 billion in 2024 through internet crimes like data breaches and identity theft. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has more.
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NASA releases stunning space photos to mark Hubble anniversary
The Hubble Space Telescope "opened a new window to the universe" when it launched into space. Now, 35 years later, NASA is releasing some stunning images to celebrate.
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.
When and where to see the Lyrid meteor shower's peak
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.
NASA spacecraft to zoom past asteroid this weekend at 30,000 mph
The flyby is a dress rehearsal for 2027 when Lucy reaches its first so-called Trojan asteroid near Jupiter.
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"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
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"Hands Off!": Americans across country protest Trump, Musk
Hundreds of thousands took to the streets, in Washington, D.C. and other cities across the United States, in opposition to the policies of Donald Trump, in the largest protests since he returned to the presidency.
Husband pieces together wife's last movements to find out how she was killed
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Sen. Dick Durbin: "The torch must be passed"
Democratic Sen. Dick Durbin of Illinois addressed reporters on Thursday, one day after he announced plans to retire at the end of next year. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
Rome pastor on Pope Francis' legacy
Thousands continue to pay tribute to Pope Francis as he lies in state in St. Peter's Basilica. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson spoke to Father Matthew Berrios, who leads St. Patrick's Catholic American Parish, about the legacy Francis leaves behind.
Bison herd stops traffic in Yellowstone
On a recent trip to Yellowstone National Park, tourist Cindy Shaffer captured the unique moment when a herd of bison stopped traffic for nearly 20 minutes.
Couple paying mortgage on unlivable home
When a natural disaster strikes, it can create a financial storm for homeowners who have lost everything. Dave Malkoff reports that many are often left temporarily homeless and still obligated to pay their monthly mortgage.
Is Trump targeting tools to fight inequality?
Civil rights groups are condemning President Trump for signing a series of executive orders that they say could weaken anti-discrimination laws. Janai Nelson, president of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, joins to discuss.