"I was born to do this": Leyna Bloom on her history-making moment
"I just want to make my community proud, make America proud, and show the world something new," Bloom said.
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Federal judges block transgender restrictions in 2 states
The rulings temporarily block an Arkansas law banning gender confirming treatments for transgender youth and a West Virginia ban on trans athletes in women's sports.
Leyna Bloom becomes first transgender Swimsuit Issue cover model
"There are 3 black women on 3 separate covers for Sports Illustrated and I'm one of them," Bloom said. "WOW!"
Asylum seeker helps LGBTQ+ migrants at border
When police in Guatemala harassed and assaulted Estuardo because he was gay, he sought asylum in the U.S. – but his journey only grew more nightmarish from there, he tells CBS News. Now he's in Texas, where he awaits a decision in his asylum case while running an LGBTQ+ shelter to help members of his community who are trying to cross the border from Central America.
"Pose" star helps empower through tech
Known for her role in the TV series "Pose," Angelica Ross is also the CEO of TransTech Social Enterprises. She joins CBSN to discuss her new projects and how her organization is helping the LGBTQ community.
Celebrating Pride with stories of love
A childhood crush turned into a timeless love story. A marriage that becomes stronger after one person transitions. A love so great it literally crosses oceans. Read the heartwarming stories of LGBTQ couples falling in love.
Americans will soon be able to self-identify gender on passports
Americans will have the option to choose between male or female regardless of what other forms of government ID say, with a nonbinary option on the way.
U.S. Air Force after "Don't ask, Don't tell"
During the 17 years "Don't ask, Don't tell" was in place, nearly 14,000 service members were discharged for being gay, and since the end of WWII some 100,000 members of the military were kicked out simply for being part of the LGBTQ+ community. As Pride month comes to a close, Jan Crawford speaks to two generations of Air Force officers about what life was like before and after the repeal of "Don't ask, Don't tell."
Disability activists push for more inclusive Pride celebrations
Activists are calling for organizers to make events accessible for the disabled community even as they go virtual.
N.J. student's speech on being queer cut off
A New Jersey high school valedictorian was speaking about being a member of the LGBTQ community, when his principal interrupted his graduation speech. Meg Oliver speaks with Bryce Dershem, 18, who says he wants others to know they're not alone in their struggles.
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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.