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Almanac: June 15
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Harry Chapin and his impact beyond music
Since his death in 1981 at age 38, the singer-songwriter's legacy has only grown beyond such emotional songs as "Cat's in the Cradle" and "Taxi," to include charities he founded to address food insecurity, while living life with a simple credo: "When in doubt, do something."
Harry Chapin: Songwriter, activist and father
Time was short for singer-songwriter Harry Chapin. But since his death in a car crash in 1981 at age 38, Chapin's legacy has only grown beyond his emotional songs like "Cat's in the Cradle" and "Taxi," to include the charities he founded to address food insecurity. Correspondent David Pogue talks with members of Chapin's family, who discuss his impact – as a father, a fundraiser and philanthropist, and an example of how to live life, with a simple credo: "When in doubt, do something."
A day for a parade in D.C., and for anti-Trump demonstrations nationwide
On Saturday, Washingtonians saw a rare sight in our nation's capital: a military procession of troops, tanks, and aerial firepower, held on the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army (and the 79th birthday of the commander in chief, President Trump). Meanwhile, across the rest of America, protesters marched in what was billed as "No Kings Day," attacking Trump's confrontational tactics. "Sunday Morning" national correspondent Robert Costa reports on the day's massive demonstrations of power – and dissent.
Book excerpt: "The Fate of the Day" by Rick Atkinson
Volume Two of the bestselling historian's "Revolution Trilogy" details the middle years of the War for Independence, in which George Washington's Army barely escaped annihilation by the forces wielded by King George III.
Book excerpt: "Desi Arnaz: The Man Who Invented Television"
Todd S. Purdum's biography explores the impact on American culture by the Cuban-born entertainer who (as husband and business partner of Lucille Ball) changed the rules of TV.
This week on "Sunday Morning" (June 15)
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.
Nature: Mating grebes
We leave you this Sunday with mating grebes all in rush – it's called "rushing" – at Calero Reservoir in Santa Clara County, California. Videographer: Lee McEachern.
From celebrating Juneteenth to the erasure of Black history: Charles M. Blow on America today
The political analyst and former NYT columnist says that pluralism and racial justice have been demoted in the months since Trump re-took office, as his administration has moved to purge the government (and much of society) of diversity, equity and inclusion efforts.
Charles M. Blow on the erasure of Black history
Political analyst and former New York Times columnist Charles M. Blow says that pluralism and racial justice have been demoted in the months since President Trump re-took office, as his administration has moved to purge the government (and much of society) of diversity, equity and inclusion efforts. Blow looks at the "sad new reality" in which America's raging culture wars have targeted our youngest national holiday.
It's a living: Earning patronage on Patreon
Many creators on social media have a hard time making money from their work. Today, 12 years after the introduction of Patreon, the company says it's a source of regular income for more than 300,000 artists, musicians, podcasters and other creators.
It's a living: Earning patronage on Patreon
Many creators on social media have a hard time making money from their work. Today, 12 years after the introduction of Patreon, the company says it's a source of regular income for more than 300,000 creators. Correspondent David Pogue talks with Patreon co-founder Jack Conte, and with podcasters and artists who gain income from subscribing patrons paying as little as $5 a month.
Extended interview: The Doobie Brothers
In this web exclusive, correspondent Jim Axelrod sits down with the Doobie Brothers – John McFee, Michael McDonald, Tom Johnston and Patrick Simmons – to discuss their careers, their songwriting, and the induction this week of McDonald, Johnston and Simmons into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.
2025 Tony Awards preview
"Sunday Morning" looks ahead to Broadway's biggest night. Don't miss the 78th annual Tony Awards broadcast live on CBS and Paramount+ June 8.
The Doobie Brothers on songwriting
Tom Johnston, Michael McDonald and Patrick Simmons – founding and current members of the Doobie Brothers – will be inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. They and fellow Doobie Brother John McFee talk about reuniting on their new album, "Walk This Road."
Judge blocks Trump administration from sending National Guard troops to Oregon, for now
The ruling came after legal wrangling that began hours earlier when the president mobilized California troops for Portland.
Israel-Hamas negotiations spurred by Trump ceasefire plan to start
Trump wants Israeli and Hamas negotiators to "move fast" in new talks aimed at securing a ceasefire in the Gaza war, spurred by his 20-point plan.
Johnson, Schumer accuse each other of not being serious in shutdown negotiations
Congressional leaders traded blame for the government shutdown on Sunday as the stalemate over how to reopen the government stretched into another week without progress on negotiations.
Pritzker says Trump ordering Texas National Guard members to Illinois
In a post on X, Gov. JB Pritzker said that 400 members of the Texas National Guard will be deployed to Illinois, Oregon, and other locations within the U.S.
As justices confront harassment, death threats, Barrett says "I'm not afraid"
In an interview with CBS News, Justice Amy Coney Barrett said of the Supreme Court's emergency orders in the Trump cases, "This isn't the final decision."
Rescuers helping hundreds of Mount Everest hikers trapped by heavy snow
Rescue workers were helping hundreds of hikers trapped by heavy snow at tourist campsites on a slope of Mount Everest in Tibet, Chinese state media said.
Appeal could extend mandatory prison term for Australia mushroom murderer
Prosecutors say a woman convicted of murdering family members with toxic mushrooms was given a "manifestly inadequate" sentence, and they want it extended.
Gunman fired up "50 to 100 shots" on busy Sydney street, police say
Acting New South Wales Police Superintendent Stephen Parry said "anywhere between 50 and 100 shots" were fired during the incident.
Hurricane Priscilla intensifying off southwest Mexico, over Pacific
Priscilla strengthened into a hurricane Sunday and was getting stronger early Monday, forecasters said.