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HBCUs fight back after decades of underfunding

There is a growing list of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) that are suing states for decades of underfunding. Four HBCUs in Maryland won a lawsuit against the state for $577 million, and Tennessee State University claims it is owed $544 million after being underfunded dating back to the 1950s. CBS MoneyWatch reporter Khristopher Brooks explains to CBSN's Tanya Rivero the impact the Maryland decision could have on the other 100 HBCUs.

Jun 15, 2021
07:32

Howard University names fine arts college after Chadwick Boseman

Howard alumna and celebrated actress Phylicia Rashad, best known for her work on "The Cosby Show," will serve as the college's dean.

May 26, 2021

How HBCUs prepare people for leadership roles

"CBS This Morning Saturday" co-host Michelle Miller joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano to discuss the importance of historically black colleges and universities and how they cultivate leaders like Vice President Kamala Harris, a Howard University alum.

Jan 20, 2021
05:57

Joe Biden Sworn In As 46th President Of The United States At U.S. Capitol Inauguration Ceremony

Howard University students celebrate as Kamala Harris makes history

"You have proven that we, as Black women, no longer have to wait in line for the right moment to be the change we want to see in this nation," one student said. "...because of you, Madam Vice President, we are all speaking."

Jan 20, 2021

Meet Kamala Harris' "secret weapon": Her sorority sisters

Members of the country's first Black sorority, which the vice president-elect joined while at Howard University, discuss what Harris' success means to them.

Jan 18, 2021

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Harris to be first HBCU grad in VP office

Vice President-elect Kamala Harris is the first woman, person of color and graduate of an Historically Black College and University to be elected vice president. Harris graduated from Howard University in 1986. CBSN speaks to Howard University president Wayne Frederick about the impact Harris has had on the university and HBCUs as a whole.

Nov 8, 2020
07:51

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Top basketball recruit commits to Howard Univ.

When Makur Maker, one of the nation's top young basketball prospects, was considering where to attend college, he visited schools like UCLA and the University of Kentucky known for their hoops history. But a visit to Howard University put him on a different path -- one also steeped in history. CBS MoneyWatch reporter Khristopher Brooks interviewed Maker, and spoke to CBSN's Lana Zak about the trail he wants to blaze.

Aug 28, 2020
06:44

Black athletes flocking to HBCUs

Makur Maker visited the elite college basketball schools after graduating from high school, but he chose to attend Howard University, a historically Black school, instead. Maker told CBS News about why he chose Howard over places like the University of Kentucky and UCLA.

Aug 13, 2020
02:04

3 HBCUs announce largest donations in the schools' histories

Two of the schools received donations from MacKenzie Scott, the ex-wife of Jeff Bezos.

Jul 29, 2020

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Kamala Harris reaching out to black students

Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris is actively reaching out to students at HBCUs - historically black colleges and universities. Tonight's debate is being held at an HBCU, Texas Southern University, and Harris, who graduated from the prominent HBCU Howard University, reached out to students with an open letter in TSU's student newspaper. CBS News 2020 campaign reporters Stephanie Ramirez and LaCrai Mitchell joined "Red and Blue" to discuss the senator's outreach efforts.

Sep 12, 2019
07:42

Lawmakers planning Green New Deal rally

The 2020 Democratic primary sees climate change as a top issue up for debate. About 1,500 people are expected to gather at Howard University in Washington to mark the end of the Sunrise Movement's nationwide "Road To A Green New Deal." Zoya Teirstein from The Grist joins CBSN to talk about the upcoming rally.

May 19, 2019
04:59

2018 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Radhika Jones - Arrivals

Boseman to give commencement address at Howard University

Boseman will give the keynote address at his alma mater Howard's 150th commencement ceremony on May 12

Apr 19, 2018

Howard University sit-in ends after record 9 days

The leading protest group, HU Resist, had been calling for Howard University President Wayne Frederick's resignation

Apr 6, 2018

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"Life has turned completely upside down," says student at center of Howard University scandal

Howard University students have protested for six days, a record, after a Medium post accused Tyrone Hankerson, Jr. and others of financial mismanagement

Apr 4, 2018

Scandal at Howard University

An anonymous Medium post accused Howard University law student Tyrone Hankerson, Jr. of embezzling more than $400,000 from the financial aid office. The post, which has since been deleted, has caused a scandal at Howard University. Hankerson and his attorney, James Walker, join CBSN to discuss the allegations and what has happened to Hankerson since.

Apr 3, 2018
06:06

Students and members of the administration at Howard University hold a rally against sexual assault on the campus of the university April 11, 2016, in Washington. The rally was held as part of Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

Howard University president amid protests: "I am listening to you"

Students began holding a sit-in at the administration building at 2 p.m. Thursday, continuing into Friday

Mar 30, 2018

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Howard University embezzlement case

Howard University's president says six employees were fired following an investigation into misappropriated financial aid money totaling $1 million.

Mar 29, 2018
00:25

Howard University says 6 were fired for misappropriating funds

An anonymous whistleblower accused employees of getting tuition benefits to cover the cost of taking classes while receiving grant money

Mar 29, 2018

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6 fired from Howard in financial aid scandal

Howard University said Wednesday it had fired six employees for allegedly misappropriating funds. The employees are accused of getting tuition benefits to cover the cost of classes while receiving grant money.

Mar 28, 2018
00:34

The essential Ta-Nehisi Coates

The bestselling author and essayist, who has become a lightning rod for his writing about race in America, says he wants readers to be haunted by his words

Nov 5, 2017

Comey's speech

Protesters disrupted an address by former FBI Director James Comey at Howard University in Washington, D.C. CBSN anchor Reena Ninan has more.

Sep 22, 2017
01:02

Comey's speech interrupted by protesters

"You sold out to the FBI!" students yelled at school administrators

Sep 22, 2017

College mishandled sexual assault reports, lawsuit says

Plaintiffs accuse historically black college of "retaliatory response to multiple complaints of sexual assault"

May 12, 2017

Nick Cannon starts freshman year of college at Howard University

Host of “America’s Got Talent” and “Wild ‘n Out” says in a statement that he “decided to obtain my first college degree from an institution that had a proven legacy of producing great minds”

Aug 23, 2016

President Obama talked about race and inequality in his commencement address to Howard University's class of 2016

President Obama talked about race and inequality in his commencement address to Howard University's class of 2016. DeMarco Morgan has more.

May 7, 2016
02:20

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U.N. court ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and a Hamas leader

The leaders are accused of crimes against humanity and war crimes over the war in Gaza and the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel.

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Police report details woman's allegations against Pete Hegseth

A woman told police she was sexually assaulted in 2017 by Pete Hegseth, according to a detailed, newly-released police report. He is now President-elect Trump's choice for defense secretary.

1H ago

Russia hits back after Ukraine's strike using U.S. long-range missiles

Dnipro appeared to bear the brunt of Moscow's first retaliatory strike after Ukraine fired U.S.-made missiles into Russia, but it's unclear what weapons Russia used.

1H ago

How could U.S. military be used for Trump's mass deportation plan?

Trump signaled this week that he would enlist the help of the U.S. military for his massive deportation operation.

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Murder Suspect Bryan Kohberger Attends Pre-Trial Hearing In Idaho

Bryan Kohberger can face death penalty if convicted, judge rules

Bryan Kohberger is charged with four counts of first degree murder in the 2022 stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students.

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Are food recalls and outbreaks on the rise?

The FDA says America's food supply is still "one of the safest in the world," despite some recent high-profile recalls and outbreaks.

12H ago

American among 4 tourists dead after drinking tainted booze in Laos

The American died in the tourist town of Vang Vieng, Laos, the State Department confirmed.

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Chris Stapleton wins 4 CMAs but Morgan Wallen named entertainer of the year

Chris Stapleton took home four Country Music Association Awards and hardly left the stage on Wednesday night, while an absent Morgan Wallen won the night's biggest prize, entertainer of the year.

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Alabama set to carry out nation's third nitrogen gas execution

An Alabama prisoner convicted of the 1994 murder of a female hitchhiker is slated Thursday to become the third person executed in the U.S., and Alabama, by nitrogen gas.

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Capitol rioter with "kill list" convicted of plot to murder FBI agents

Edward Kelley distributed a "kill list" and videos containing images of FBI employees to another person as part of his "mission," prosecutors say.

2H ago

Justice Department calls for breakup of Google and sale of Chrome

The proposed breakup calls for Google to sell its industry-leading Chrome web browser and impose restrictions designed to prevent its Android smartphone software from favoring its search engine.

9H ago

Are food recalls and outbreaks on the rise?

The FDA says America's food supply is still "one of the safest in the world," despite some recent high-profile recalls and outbreaks.

12H ago

How collecting pine cones helps renew Oregon forests after wildfires

Conservationists are teaming up with the U.S. Forest Service and logging companies to clear scorched land and make room for new reforestation projects.

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Justice Department calls for breakup of Google and sale of Chrome

The proposed breakup calls for Google to sell its industry-leading Chrome web browser and impose restrictions designed to prevent its Android smartphone software from favoring its search engine.

9H ago

Are food recalls and outbreaks on the rise?

The FDA says America's food supply is still "one of the safest in the world," despite some recent high-profile recalls and outbreaks.

12H ago

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Sheetz is cutting gas prices by 40 cents a gallon before Thanksgiving

As millions of Americans get ready to hit the road ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday, Sheetz is offering a deal on fuel.

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Reddit is down for many users, reports say. Here's what to know.

Reddit says it's investigating after users on Wednesday reported problems connecting to the online forum.

14H ago

Has life in the U.S. become too political? You can buy a house in Italy for $1.

A village in Sardinia is trying to entice politics-weary Americans to buy cheap homes in Italy.

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Alabama set to carry out nation's third nitrogen gas execution

An Alabama prisoner convicted of the 1994 murder of a female hitchhiker is slated Thursday to become the third person executed in the U.S., and Alabama, by nitrogen gas.

1H ago

Police report details woman's allegations against Pete Hegseth

A woman told police she was sexually assaulted in 2017 by Pete Hegseth, according to a detailed, newly-released police report. He is now President-elect Trump's choice for defense secretary.

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Voters in Washington Drop Off Early Ballots On Eve Of Election Day

Analysis: Election conspiracies persist, even with different outcomes

Conspiracies persist, although it is effectively impossible to steal a major election in the United States.

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How could the U.S. military be used for Trump's mass deportation plan?

Trump signaled this week that he would enlist the help of the U.S. military for his massive deportation operation.

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Rep. Matt Gaetz speaks to a reporter on Capitol Hill following a vote on April 19, 2024 in Washington, DC.

House Ethics Committee will keep Matt Gaetz report under wraps

Rep. Susan Wild said there was "no consensus" on the issue and the committee agreed to reconvene on Dec. 5.

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New cases of bird flu in U.S.

CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the latest on bird flu as new cases raise alarms among health officials. There have been 53 confirmed human cases across seven states this year. Health officials in California are reporting a possible case in a child who had no known contact with an infected animal.

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Are food recalls and outbreaks on the rise?

The FDA says America's food supply is still "one of the safest in the world," despite some recent high-profile recalls and outbreaks.

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McDonald's pulls espresso drinks from some U.S. menus

Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.

18H ago

Florida Gov. DeSantis' Canadian drug import plan goes nowhere after FDA approval

Florida sued the FDA over what it said was a "reckless delay" in approving its drug importation plan. Now, nearly a year after the FDA gave the state the green light, the program has yet to begin.

Nov 20

As "walking pneumonia" spreads, ER visits surge for sick babies

CDC data shows rates of Mycoplasma pneumoniae have surged in babies.

Nov 19

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U.N. court ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and a Hamas leader

The leaders are accused of crimes against humanity and war crimes over the war in Gaza and the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel.

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Russia hits back after Ukraine's strike using U.S. long-range missiles

Dnipro bears the brunt of Moscow's first retaliatory strike after Ukraine fires U.S.-made missiles into Russia, and Ukraine claims Moscow may have used an ICBM.

1H ago

American among 4 tourists dead after drinking tainted booze in Laos

The American died in the tourist town of Vang Vieng, Laos, the State Department confirmed.

2H ago

U.S. indicts Indian billionaire Gautam Adani in $265 million bribery scheme

Gautam Adani, one of the world's richest people, is accused of concealing that a solar energy project was being facilitated by an alleged $265 million bribery scheme.

13H ago

Close-up of two Masai giraffes (Giraffa camelopardalis

Giraffes need endangered species protection, U.S. officials say

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has proposed new protections for giraffes, saying their populations are threatened by poaching, habitat loss and climate change.

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Entertainment

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Chris Stapleton wins 4 CMAs but Morgan Wallen named entertainer of the year

Chris Stapleton took home four Country Music Association Awards and hardly left the stage on Wednesday night, while an absent Morgan Wallen won the night's biggest prize, entertainer of the year.

7H ago

Paul Mescal on what he learned from working with Denzel Washington

Paul Mescal discusses his experience working with Oscar winner Denzel Washington in "Gladiator II," and what it was like to work on intense scenes together.

18H ago

Clay Aiken on his new holiday album

Award-winning singer Clay Aiken, who rose to fame on American Idol, joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to talk about his new holiday album, "Christmas Bells Are Ringing," and his rendition of Bing Crosby's "Do You Hear What I Hear?"

23H ago
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Paul Mescal on "Gladiator II"

Paul Mescal joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his role as Lucius in "Gladiator II," the son of Maximus and Lucilla, who is thrust into the arena to fight for the Roman Empire 15 years after Maximus' death.

Nov 20
06:43

Paul Simon says group's steps toward hearing loss cure gives him hope

CBS News' Anthony Mason joins Paul Simon on a trip to the Stanford Initiative to Cure Hearing Loss, to explore how researchers are getting closer to finding answers about repairing and preventing hearing loss.

21H ago

Technology

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Justice Department calls for breakup of Google and sale of Chrome

The proposed breakup calls for Google to sell its industry-leading Chrome web browser and impose restrictions designed to prevent its Android smartphone software from favoring its search engine.

9H ago

Reddit is down for many users, reports say. Here's what to know.

Reddit says it's investigating after users on Wednesday reported problems connecting to the online forum.

14H ago

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.

Mar 28
03:27

Deepfakes of Elon Musk contribute to billions in fraud losses

A study found that Elon Musk is the most common celebrity used in deepfake scams.

9H ago

SpaceX successfully tests Starship

SpaceX successfully launched its Super Heavy-Starship rocket from Texas for its sixth test flight Tuesday with its CEO Elon Musk and President-elect Donald Trump looking on. CBS News correspondent Jason Allen has more on the launch.

Nov 19
03:27

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How collecting pine cones helps renew Oregon forests after wildfires

Conservationists are teaming up with the U.S. Forest Service and logging companies to clear scorched land and make room for new reforestation projects.

12H ago

Restoring forests decimated by wildfires

Large wildfires fueled by climate change have destroyed tens of millions of acres of forests in the Pacific Northwest in recent years. Jonathan Vigliotti explores a major effort underway to restore those forests.

13H ago
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Giraffes need endangered species protection, U.S. officials say

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has proposed new protections for giraffes, saying their populations are threatened by poaching, habitat loss and climate change.

14H ago

Gigantic fin whale washed up on Alaska's shore

Carcass of massive endangered whale washes ashore in Alaska

The carcass was comparable to the width of a college basketball court and female, according to biologists.

Nov 20

Energy Secretary Granholm on Trump presidency

Former leaders and climate experts have issued a letter calling the U.N.'s annual climate meeting "no longer fit for purpose." Recently, CBS News spoke with U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm about the summit and what the incoming Trump presidency means for clean energy and climate change. The conversation took place before the president-elect made his pick for energy secretary.

Nov 19
05:33

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Man found guilty for Laken Riley murder

A judge on Wednesday found Jose Ibarra guilty on all 10 counts in the murder of University of Georgia student Laken Riley. Ibarra was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.

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Capitol rioter with "kill list" convicted of plot to murder FBI agents

Edward Kelley distributed a "kill list" and videos containing images of FBI employees to another person as part of his "mission," prosecutors say.

2H ago

Man convicted of murder in slaying of Laken Riley

A judge Wednesday found a Venezuelan migrant guilty on all counts in the murder earlier this year of Georgia nursing student Laken Riley. He was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. Manuel Bojorquez has the latest.

14H ago
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Bryan Kohberger can face death penalty if convicted, judge rules

Bryan Kohberger is charged with four counts of first degree murder in the 2022 stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students.

12H ago

Florida man arrested in alleged plot to bomb New York Stock Exchange

South Florida native Harun Abdul-Malik Yener was charged with attempted use of an explosive to damage or destroy a building used in interstate commerce.

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Space

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Trump, Musk attend SpaceX launch

President-elect Donald Trump attended SpaceX's sixth flight test of its Super Heavy-Starship on Tuesday with CEO Elon Musk. The burgeoning friendship between the two men played a key role in Trump's reelection, with Musk now set to run a government efficiency agency in the coming months. CBS News political reporter Jake Rosen and Politico aviation reporter Oriana Pawlyk join "America Decides" with more.

Nov 19
10:13

SpaceX launches Super Heavy-Starship, with Trump there to watch

President-elect Donald Trump was on hand with Elon Musk for the sixth test flight of SpaceX's huge Super Heavy-Starship rocket.

Nov 19

Far side of the moon once had erupting volcanoes, lunar soil shows

Researchers analyzed lunar soil brought back by China's Chang'e-6, the first spacecraft to return with a haul of rocks and dirt from the little-explored far side.

Nov 15

The Hunter's Supermoon sets over Manhattan, New York

When you can see the Beaver Moon, 2024's final supermoon

November's full moon, known as the Beaver Moon, is the last supermoon of 2024. Here's when it peaks and why it's called the Beaver Moon.

Nov 15

Astronauts decline to answer questions about post-flight medical issue

Medical issues aside, the astronauts described a water leak in June that triggered a blizzard in the International Space Station's airlock.

Nov 8

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Police report on Pete Hegseth allegation

A newly-released police report provides details about the 2017 sexual assault allegation against Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's pick for Defense secretary. The accuser reported feeling like she had been drugged and recalls saying "no" a lot while in a hotel room with Hegseth, where she says he prevented her from leaving and was on top of her. Hegseth told police the encounter was consensual. His attorney has said he was not charged with a crime.

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