Justice Stories
Family seeks answers after woman's death
A Connecticut family is seeking answers and justice after Lauren Smith-Fields was found dead last month while reportedly on a date. Elise Preston reports.
Justice Stories
Botched Chicago police raid victim: "I lost a lot of my life that night"
Anjanette Young was in the middle of changing her clothes after returning from a work event when officers raided her house.
3 cops charged in girl's shooting death outside Philadelphia fired
The three Sharon Hill officers face charges of manslaughter and reckless endangerment after the summer incident that left 8-year-old Fanta Bility dead and three other people wounded.
Anjanette Young; Settlement money "is not justice"
In 2019, Chicago police raided Anjanette Young's home after recieving a bad tip. The person they were looking for did not live at Young's home. She was changing and says officers left her naked and handcuffed for 40 minutes. Young is still experiencing trauma today. "CBS Mornings" co-anchor Gayle King spoke exclusively with Young about recieving a nearly 3 million dollar settlement, and what justice looks like today.
Jury selection in trial over Floyd's death begins
Jury selection begins Thursday in the trial of three former Minneapolis police officers who were at the scene when Derek Chauvin killed George Floyd. They are facing federal charges of willfully depriving Floyd of his civil rights. Mola Lenghi reports.
3 officers charged in death of 8-year-old
Three officers have been charged with shooting and killing an 8-year-old outside of Philadelphia. Meg Oliver spoke with the family's attorney who says the girl was "a bright and shining light."
Assistant attorney general talks MLK’s legacy
As the nation pauses to honor the life and legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the first Black woman to run the Justice Department’s civil rights division says voting discrimination persists today and that continuing King's quest for equal voting rights remains one of her top priorities. CBS News’ chief national affairs and justice correspondent Jeff Pegues sat down with Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke for an exclusive interview on “CBS Mornings.”
Videos show moments after off-duty deputy fatally shot Jason Walker
The three videos were made public after a judge earlier Friday ruled they could be released.
Judge OK's video release in shooting death of Black man by deputy
Two witnesses have made comments on social media and released a video, creating "significant public attention," according to a petition.
Ahmaud Arbery's killers get life sentences
The judge sentenced Travis and Gregory McMichael to life without parole, and William "Roddie" Bryan to life with a possibility of parole.
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New Orleans artist and "beadmaster" Demond Melancon
Michelle Miller delves into the centuries-old Carnival tradition of Black Masking, and talks with artist Demond Melancon, who creates elaborate beaded suits as the Big Chief of the Young Seminole Hunters Black Masking Tribe. [First aired 5/18/25.]
Acclaimed New Orleans chefs inspired by dishes from childhood
Mo Rocca visits with award-winning New Orleans chefs who reached back into their childhood memories of cooking and culture: Nina Compton and her husband, Larry Miller, who explain the impact of St. Lucia on the menu at Compère Lapin; and chef Serigne Mbaye and his business partner Effie Richardson, who bring a Senegalese flavor to the food at Dakar NOLA. [First aired 5/18/25.]
Rainbow crosswalks in Florida painted over
Several municipalities in Florida have received letters from the Florida Department of Transportation demanding that they paint over rainbow crosswalks or face funding cuts. This includes the one outside Orlando's Pulse nightclub. Cristian Benavides has more.
Green spaces crucial to combating record heat in marginalized communities
Environmentalists say one solution to beating the heat in sprawling cities is planting more trees or creating green spaces like parks.
Brandi Chastain on Bay FC's record crowd
Bay FC is set to break the NWSL attendance record with more than 35,000 fans expected at Oracle Park against the Washington Spirit. Co-founder Brandi Chastain joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the milestone.
"Sesame Street" star Sonia Manzano on new book
Beloved "Sesame Street" star Sonia Manzano, known for her role as Maria, joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her new bilingual children's book "Alma's Great Idea," which encourages imagination and independence.
Rainbow crosswalk outside Pulse nightclub in Orlando painted over by state
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and others reacted to the removal of the rainbow crosswalk outside the Pulse nightclub, the site of a massacre in 2016.
How So Yen is redefining dessert in Minnesota
CBS News Minnesota reporter Ashley Grams and photojournalist Ray Campos share the story of Yen Fang, who left the medical field during the pandemic to launch So Yen desserts in Saint Paul.
Daria Kasatkina on preparations for the U.S. Open
Daria Kasatkina, the Russian-born tennis star who has been called the bravest player in the world, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her decision to defect from Russia, her new life as an Australian resident and her preparations for the U.S. Open.
Celia Rose Gooding embraces "Star Trek" icon Uhura
Celia Rose Gooding is stepping into the role of Uhura in "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds," and navigating the franchise's devoted fandom.