Fatal police shooting of D.C. teen probed by Justice Department
The probe comes after U.S. Park Police released body cam footage of the March 18 shooting, which the U.S. Attorney's Office described as "extremely upsetting."
Justice Stories
"Uncovering inequality" project reveals extent of systemic racism
Five reports released this week outline the ways race-based discrimination continues to pervade society.
Wrongfully convicted man freed after 20 years
Sheldon Thomas was exonerated of murder earlier this month. The 35-year-old from New York spent nearly two decades behind bars for a crime he didn't commit. CBS News anchors Lana Zak and Lilia Luciano spoke with William Kastin, assistant attorney-in-charge for Appellate Advocates, about what we can learn from Thomas' case.
Man released after wrongful conviction: "I've lost 20 years already but ultimately I prevailed"
Sheldon Thomas was arrested when he was just 16. Now 35, he is finally stepping into freedom.
Black family awarded $8M after being detained, handcuffed by police
Settlement comes three years after Nevada mom Aasylei Loggervale was handcuffed while driving her daughters to college.
Louisville police violated constitutional rights, Justice Department says
Breonna Taylor was shot and killed by police in Louisville, Kentucky, in March of 2020.
Supreme Court denies Crosley Green case
Crosley Green, a man who spent more than three decades in prison, could be back behind bars nearly two years after walking free. Erin Moriarty has more on why the 65-year-old's freedom may be back in jeopardy.
Malcolm X's family to sue NYPD, others for allegedly concealing evidence
Civil rights attorney Benjamin Crump joined Malcolm X's daughters announce the $100 million wrongful death lawsuit.
5 ex-Memphis police officers arraigned
Five former Memphis police officers pleaded not guilty Friday to second-degree murder and other charges in the violent arrest and death of Tyre Nichols. Elise Preston has more.
5 former Memphis officers plead not guilty in death of Tyre Nichols
The officers were fired after an internal police investigation into the Jan. 7 arrest of Nichols, who died in a hospital three days later.
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From the archives: Trailblazing journalist Belva Davis
Belva Davis, believed to be the first Black female TV reporter in the western United States, died on Sept. 24, 2025 at age 92. In this "Sunday Morning" profile of Davis that aired on Feb. 26, 2023, "60 Minutes" correspondent Bill Whitaker (who, like many journalists, walked in her footsteps) looked back at her career, and described how making a dream a reality became her legacy.
Largest U.S. Lutheran denomination installs its first Black presiding bishop
Rev. Yehiel Curry, 53, is only the fifth presiding bishop of the ELCA, a predominantly white denomination.
Japan's ruling party elects Sanae Takaichi as new leader, likely first female PM
An admirer of former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, Sanae Takaichi is a protege of the ultra-conservative vision of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.
New archbishop of Canterbury will be first woman to lead Church of England
The Rev. Sarah Mullally was appointed as the 106th archbishop of Canterbury and will soon be the spiritual leader of over 85 million people who practice the Anglican faith globally.
Taylor Swift releases "The Life of a Showgirl" to much fanfare
Taylor Swift's 12th studio album, "The Life of a Showgirl," was released at midnight Friday. Swift wrote and produced the album with Swedish producers Max Martin and Shellback.
NewsNation anchor on living with autism
In the new book "Born Lucky," NewsNation anchor Leland Vittert writes about his experience on the autism spectrum while not knowing about his diagnosis until college. Vittert joins "The Takeout" to discuss his experiences.
LDS churchgoer raises money for accused Michigan shooter's family
Among the fundraisers that have cropped up in the wake of the deadly mass shooting at a Michigan church last weekend, one aims to raise money not for the victims but, instead, for family members of the accused shooter. And it appears to have the backing of many LDS members.
CBS Miami's Lisa Petrillo shares breast cancer journey during Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Lisa recently received her first post-treatment mammogram and all is well. She will remain on medication for the next five years but says she is otherwise feeling great.
Mariah the Scientist on new album
Mariah the Scientist joins "CBS Mornings Plus" after her new album, "Hearts Sold Separately," debuted at No. 1 on Billboard's R&B chart. The singer-songwriter, whose hit "Burning Blue" is Rihanna's go-to karaoke song, is set to launch a sold-out world tour in January with stops at iconic venues including Radio City Music Hall and the Ryman Auditorium.
Sarah Jessica Parker on latest SJP Lit pick
Actor and publisher Sarah Jessica Parker joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her latest SJP Lit pick, "I Am You," by author Victoria Redel. The novel, set in 1600s Amsterdam, follows two female artists as they pursue their craft and navigate a secret romance. Parker and Redel discuss the story and how SJP Lit champions novels with a big heart.