9/24/20: Red and Blue
The countdown to Election day, 2020; How the news media covers Trump's Presidency
Shooting of Breonna Taylor
Grand jury's decision in Breonna Taylor case
CBS News correspondent Jericka Duncan and CBS News legal analyst Keir Dougall weigh in after Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron announced the decision by a grand jury to not press homicide charges against the three police officers involved in the shooting of Breonna Taylor.
Video allegedly shows man shooting at 2 Louisville officers
Interim Police Chief Robert Schroeder said the two officers are "doing well and will survive their injuries."
Legal issues surrounding Breonna Taylor case
After a Kentucky grand jury decided not to charge Louisville police officers with the death of Breonna Taylor, protests erupted in cities across the country. Jamiles Lartey, a staff writer at The Marshall Project, joins CBSN to explore the legal layers surrounding the case.
Attorney for Breonna Taylor's family vows to "keep fighting"
"Make no mistake, we will keep fighting this fight in Breonna's memory, and we will never stop saying her name."
Trump won't commit to peaceful transfer of power
When asked by a reporter, President Trump refused to commit to a peaceful transfer of power if he loses the 2020 election. CBS News campaign reporter Nicole Sganga has more.
Louisville reacts to decision in Taylor case
Louisville Courier-Journal reporter Tessa Duvall joined CBSN to discuss the latest developments in the Breonna Taylor case, after Attorney General Daniel Cameron announced a grand jury's decision to indict only one officer on lesser charges. She also explained the role of both Governor Andy Beshear and Mayor Greg Fischer.
Protests erupt over Breonna Taylor decision
Two Louisville officers are recovering from gunshot wounds after being shot responding to protests Wednesday night. That came after a grand jury decided not charge officers with Breonna Taylor's death, although one faces lesser counts. National security expert Asha Castleberry joined CBSN to discuss why racism is a threat to security in the U.S., and the relationship between police and protesters.
Trump praises Kentucky AG on Taylor case
President Trump says he's spoken with the Kentucky governor amid the protests stemming from the Breonna Taylor case. He praised the state's attorney general in a press briefing Wednesday when asked about the case. CBS News White House correspondent Ben Tracy joined CBSN with the latest.
Protests over decision in Breonna Taylor case
Protests erupted in cities across the country after a grand jury declined to charge officers with the death of Breonna Taylor. CBS News national correspondent Jericka Duncan joins CBSN from Louisville, Kentucky with the latest developments.
Ibram Kendi reacts to charges in Taylor case
Leading antiracist scholar and CBS News contributor Ibram X. Kendi joins "CBS This Morning" to react to a grand jury choosing not to indict any police officers for the killing of Breonna Taylor. He also discusses the state of the racial divide and what message the indictment sends to Black Americans.
Breonna Taylor's family attorney speaks out
Ben Crump, the attorney for Breonna Taylor's family, gives his reaction to the grand jury decision not to bring charges related to Taylor's death. One officer was indicted on wanton endangerment for allegedly endangering Taylor's neighbors. Crump also provides an update on her family's reaction.
Kenneth Walker's attorney on Taylor decision
After the March police raid when Breonna Taylor was shot and killed, authorities charged her boyfriend, Kenneth Walker, with attempted murder. Those charges were later dropped. Walker is now suing the Louisville Metro Police Department, claiming police misconduct. Steven Romines, one of Walker's attorneys, joins "CBS This Morning."
Officers shot during Breonna Taylor protests
Police say two Louisville, Kentucky officers were shot and injured during protests over a lack of charges in Breonna Taylor's death. The grand jury did charge one of the officers, Brett Hankison, with three counts of wanton endangerment for firing shots that went into another home. Jericka Duncan reports.
Celebrities voice anger over Breonna Taylor grand jury decision
Colin Kaepernick condemned the "white supremacist institution of policing that stole Breonna Taylor's life."
2 officers shot in Kentucky amid Breonna Taylor protests nationwide
It's unclear if the shooting was linked to the protests.
Two officers shot amid Breonna Taylor protests
Two Louisville police officers have been shot amid protests over the decision not to indict any officers in the police killing of Breonna Taylor. The officers are expected to survive and a suspect is in custody, police said.
Two officers shot amid Breonna Taylor protests
Two Louisville police officers were shot amid protests following the announcement that no officers would be charged in the police killing of Breonna Taylor. It is unclear if the shootings are related to the protests. Watch interim police chief Robert Schroeder's comments here.
No charges for the killing of Breonna Taylor
A Kentucky grand jury decided not to indict three police officers for the shooting death of 26-year-old Breonna Taylor. One officer was charged with wanton endangerment. Jericka Duncan reports.
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Criminal justice expert on Breonna Taylor case
Alissa Marque Heydari, deputy director at the Institute for Innovation in Prosecution at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, joined "Red and Blue" to discuss a grand jury's decision in the Breonna Taylor case. Fired Louisville officer Brett Hankison was charged with wanton endangerment, but police were not directly charged in Taylor's death.
No officers charged in Breonna Taylor's death
A Kentucky grand jury has decided to charge former Louisville police officer Brett Hankison with wanton endangerment in connection with the raid on Breonna Taylor's apartment, but none of the officers involved will face charges for her death. Louisville Urban League CEO Sadiqa Reynolds joins CBSN to discuss the decision and the community's reaction.
Charges announced in Breonna Taylor case
Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron announced that a grand jury has indicted one former police officer, Brett Hankison, with three counts of wanton endangerment in connection with the raid on Breonna Taylor's apartment in Louisville last spring, but none of the three officers was charged with her death. Watch a portion of his news conference.
Decision expected soon in Breonna Taylor case
Louisville is preparing for potential protests ahead of the state attorney general's announcement about whether a grand jury decided to charge the officers involved in Breonna Taylor's shooting death. An announcement is expected any day now from Attorney General Daniel Cameron. Jericka Duncan reports.
State of emergency ahead of Breonna Taylor decision
The city of Louisville, Kentucky, is under a state of emergency as it awaits a major decision in the case of Breonna Taylor's death. Jericka Duncan has the latest.
UnitedHealthcare CEO killed in targeted shooting, NYPD says
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was shot and killed outside a Hilton hotel in Midtown Manhattan, police said.
Hegseth signed NDA, received six-figure severance after leaving veterans' group, sources say
Pete Hegseth, President-elect Trump's pick for secretary of defense, received a six-figure sum after he left Concerned Veterans for America amid allegations of financial mismanagement, intoxication and sexual impropriety, all of which he denies.
Supreme Court seems likely to uphold Tennessee ban on gender-affirming care for kids
The Supreme Court weighed whether Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming care for minors experiencing gender dysphoria violates the Constitution.
What we know about the suspect in UnitedHealthcare CEO's shooting death
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was shot and killed in New York City on Wednesday in what officials are calling a targeted attack.
2 students wounded in Northern California school shooting
Authorities say a suspect is dead and two students are hurt after a shooting at a school in the Northern California community of Palermo on Wednesday.
Hegseth strikes defiant tone as Trump weighs several options for replacing him
Several candidates under consideration to replace Trump's defense pick, including Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Iowa Sen. Joni Ernst.
Stowaway who flew from New York to Paris returns to NYC to face charges
The woman accused of sneaking onto a Delta Air Lines flight from New York City to Paris last week returned to New York City's John F. Kennedy International Airport Wednesday to face charges.
Here's who Trump has picked for Cabinet and other top jobs
Here's a list of people President-elect Donald Trump has chosen for critical Cabinet posts and top White House jobs.
Israeli strike on tent camp in Gaza kills at least 21 people, hospital says
The Israeli military said its aircraft struck senior Hamas militants involved in terrorist activities in the area.
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DOJ: Memphis police discriminate against Black people, use excessive force
The Justice Department report marked the conclusion of an investigation that began six months after Tyre Nichols was kicked, punched and hit with a police baton as five officers tried to arrest him after he fled a traffic stop.
Art teacher dies after being bitten by a bat in her classroom
A central California teacher died last month after she was bitten by a bat that presumably had rabies inside her classroom, officials and a friend of the woman said.
More cucumbers recalled as salmonella sickens 68 people in 19 states
Feds warn against eating recalled cucumbers and multiple products containing the vegetable, including salads and wraps.
Stowaway who flew from New York to Paris returns to NYC to face charges
The woman accused of sneaking onto a Delta Air Lines flight from New York City to Paris last week returned to New York City's John F. Kennedy International Airport Wednesday to face charges.
Why is this European city ranked No. 1 in the world for expats?
These are the best cities for international workers, according to a new quality-of-life ranking. Here's why this European locale tops the list.
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More cucumbers recalled as salmonella sickens 68 people in 19 states
Feds warn against eating recalled cucumbers and multiple products containing the vegetable, including salads and wraps.
Why is this European city ranked No. 1 in the world for expats?
These are the best cities for international workers, according to a new quality-of-life ranking. Here's why this European locale tops the list.
Amazon sued over slower deliveries to low-income neighborhoods
Amazon allegedly stopped its fastest delivery service to almost 50,000 Prime subscribers in two District of Columbia ZIP codes.
Trump taps billionaire private astronaut Jared Isaacman as next NASA chief
Jared Isaacman is an entrepreneur and veteran private astronaut with strong ties to Elon Musk and his rocket company SpaceX.
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Who is Brian Thompson, the UnitedHealthcare CEO shot dead in Manhattan?
Here's what we know about UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, who was shot to death in Manhattan on Wednesday.
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Hegseth signed NDA, received six-figure severance after leaving veterans' group, sources say
Pete Hegseth, President-elect Trump's pick for secretary of defense, received a six-figure sum after he left Concerned Veterans for America amid allegations of financial mismanagement, intoxication and sexual impropriety, all of which he denies.
Hegseth strikes defiant tone as Trump weighs several options for replacing him
Several candidates under consideration to replace Trump's defense pick, including Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Iowa Sen. Joni Ernst.
Trump taps Peter Navarro, convicted of contempt of Congress, as trade counselor
Peter Navarro served as a trade adviser in the first Trump administration, and was recently released from a four-month prison sentence for defying a congressional subpoena.
Mitt Romney criticizes those who "tear at our unity" in Senate farewell speech
Sen. Mitt Romney warned in his farewell address of those who "tear at our unity," urging America to uphold the nation's values as he capped more than two decades in public service.
Trump taps billionaire private astronaut Jared Isaacman as next NASA chief
Jared Isaacman is an entrepreneur and veteran private astronaut with strong ties to Elon Musk and his rocket company SpaceX.
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More cucumbers recalled as salmonella sickens 68 people in 19 states
Feds warn against eating recalled cucumbers and multiple products containing the vegetable, including salads and wraps.
How to sleep, breathe and drink water better, according to an expert
Michael Breus, a clinical psychologist and author of "Sleep Drink Breathe: Simple Daily Habits for Profound Long-Term Health," shares tips on how to better hydrate and more.
CU Anschutz Medical Campus' grant to help restore vision to blind patients
Researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus received up to $46 million in a grant to help develop an innovative treatment to cure blindness.
9 states poised to end coverage for millions if Trump cuts Medicaid funding
About 3.7 million people are at immediate risk of losing health coverage should the federal government cut funding for Medicaid expansions, as some allies of President-elect Donald Trump have proposed.
Are flu and COVID high now? Here's how the season has started
Levels of both the flu and COVID viruses are still low across much of the country, the CDC says.
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Israeli strike on tent camp in Gaza kills at least 21 people, hospital says
The Israeli military said its aircraft struck senior Hamas militants involved in terrorist activities in the area.
French lawmakers pass no-confidence vote to oust prime minister
France's far-right and left-wing lawmakers joined together to vote a no-confidence motion that forces Prime Minister Michel Barnier to resign.
Pope Francis receives first all-electric popemobile from Mercedes
Pope Francis uses the popemobile to greet pilgrims in St. Peter's Square during general audiences and other papal ceremonies.
Man severely injured protecting wife from polar bear attack
The man had serious injuries to his arm and legs, said police in Fort Severn First Nation, Ontario, Canada.
China bans export of key minerals to U.S. as trade row deepens
As China responds to the latest U.S. measures by banning the export of several key minerals, one analyst warns of "a trade war that has no winners."
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Dolly Parton's new children's book stars her French bulldog Billy
Dolly Parton appeared on "CBS Mornings" Wednesday from Nashville to unveil her latest children's book, "Billy the Kid Comes Home for Christmas."
Lisa Lisa on rediscovering her voice
Lisa Lisa talks about her unforgettable 80s hits, her journey in music and how her perspective has changed over the years.
Inside the world of freediving
Michael John Warren joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to talk about the art and challenges of freediving.
Dolly Parton on new children's book
Dolly Parton joins "CBS Mornings" to unveil her latest children's book, "Billy the Kid Comes Home for Christmas," which features her real-life French bulldog, Billy.
British indie-rock band Sports Team robbed at gunpoint in Vallejo, California
A touring British indie-rock band said they lost personal gear when armed robbery targeted their van while they were getting coffee at a Vallejo Starbucks Tuesday morning on the first day of their U.S. tour.
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Most common passwords of 2024 revealed
Hackers' favorites top this year's list of most common passwords, with "123456," "password" and "qwerty123" leading the pack. Experts warn these choices make your accounts an easy target.
Bluesky says X's "partisan microphone" are driving users to it
Bluesky has added millions of new subscribers in the last month as some users leave X. Here's what to know.
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.
Company pilots drone food delivery service
In California, a company is running a pilot program for drone food delivery. Itay Hod takes a look at how the service works.
Canada's antitrust watchdog files lawsuit against Google over its ad business
Canada's Competition Bureau says that an investigation found the company "unlawfully" tied together its ad tech tools to maintain its dominant market position.
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Starbucks plastic cup investigation
CBS News tracked plastic cups meant to be recycled by Starbucks and found that most of those did not end up at recycling facilities. CBS News' David Schechter breaks down the investigation's findings.
NASA shows off image of U.S. military's abandoned "city under the ice"
Scientists now have a clearer picture of Camp Century, an abandoned U.S. military base long hidden under the ice in Greenland, thanks to a NASA research team's good luck.
Divided U.N. negotiations for plastic treaty
Negotiators are far apart as the United Nations tries to work out the world's first treaty to curb plastic pollution. Issues creating roadblocks include limiting new manufacturing of plastic and the potential phasing out of some chemicals. For more on the talks, CBS News was joined by Erin Simon, vice president and head of plastic waste and business for the World Wildlife Fund in the U.S.
Honolulu hopes to identify long-unclaimed bodies with advanced DNA testing
Forensic pathologists hope advanced DNA testing technology will enable them to attach names to all the unidentified people at the Honolulu Medical Examiner's Office.
Dishing up space food
At the Johnson Space Food Systems Laboratory in Houston, NASA scientists develop dishes – freeze-dried, heat-stabilized, or irradiated – to serve on the International Space Station. Correspondent David Pogue checks out what's on the menu in Earth orbit.
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2 students wounded in California school shooting
Two students were shot and wounded Wednesday at the Feather River Adventist School, a small private elementary school in Palermo, a community in Northern California, authorities said. The suspected gunman was found dead. Elise Preston has the latest.
Search for gunman who killed UnitedHealthcare CEO
Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was fatally shot outside a New York City hotel Wednesday in what authorities are calling a "targeted attack." CBS News has learned the gunman, who remains at large, went to Starbucks shortly before the shooting and may have left behind crucial evidence. Meg Oliver has the latest.
Search for UnitedHealthcare CEO death suspect
An unidentified gunman shot and killed the CEO of America's largest health care insurer Wednesday morning in New York City. Police are searching for a suspect in what officials are calling a "brazen, targeted attack" on UnitedHealthcare executive Brian Thompson. CBS News crime and public safety senior coordinating producer Anna Schecter has the latest.
Police across U.S. illegally selling firearms
A CBS News investigation found dozens of law enforcement leaders buying and illegally selling guns. A review of government audits and court records over the last 20 years uncovered instances in 23 states across the U.S., plus Puerto Rico and Washington, D.C., for more than 50 cases. CBS News crime and public safety producer Erin D. Cauchi has the details.
UnitedHealthcare CEO killing new video
Surveillance video appears to show the moments before UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was shot and killed outside a New York City hotel. CBS News' Rikki Klieman looks at what's known.
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More on small asteroid near Earth
A small asteroid neared the Earth's atmosphere before exploding. Derrick Pitts, the Franklin Institute's chief astronomer and planetarium director, joins CBS News with more on the phenomenon.
Trump taps billionaire private astronaut Jared Isaacman as next NASA chief
Jared Isaacman is an entrepreneur and veteran private astronaut with strong ties to Elon Musk and his rocket company SpaceX.
Webb telescope captures stunning new image of the "Sombrero galaxy"
The Sombrero galaxy, named for its resemblance to the Mexican hat, is about 30 million light-years from Earth.
Blue Origin launches 6 tourists to the edge of space
Marc and Sharon Hagle, both making their second space flight, were among the passengers for the NS-28 mission.
Blue Origin launches 9th space tourism flight
The ninth Blue Origin space tourism flight launched from West Texas Friday morning. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood and space expert Scott Heidler offered analysis of the flight.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
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The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
Summer music heats up 2024
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.
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2 students wounded in California school shooting
Two students were shot and wounded Wednesday at the Feather River Adventist School, a small private elementary school in Palermo, a community in Northern California, authorities said. The suspected gunman was found dead. Elise Preston has the latest.
Behind Yoon's decision to declare martial law
South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol is under pressure to step down or face impeachment after briefly declaring martial law. The move drew protests and intense backlash. Robert Kelly, professor of international relations at the Pusan National University in Busan, South Korea, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
French lawmakers oust prime minister
France's lawmakers voted on a no-confidence motion that forced Prime Minister Michel Barnier to resign on Wednesday. President Emmanuel Macron now faces pressure to select the country's new head of Parliament. CBS News correspondent Elaine Cobbe reports.
UnitedHealthcare CEO shooting investigation
New York City police continued searching for the person who shot and killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson on Wednesday morning in Manhattan. CBS News law enforcement contributor and former NYPD deputy commissioner Richard Esposito has more on the investigation.
Gender-affirming care case goes before SCOTUS
Supreme Court justices Wednesday heard arguments over Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming care for minors. During the hearing, a majority of justices appeared to agree that laws passed by Tennessee and 23 other states banning hormone treatments and puberty blockers for children who identify as transgender do not violate the equal protection clause. Jan Crawford has details.