Tattoos gaining in popularity as art form but stigma remains
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Arts & Culture
Defending support for the arts
President Trump has announced plans to end government funding of the National Endowment for the Arts and other agencies that have supported America's cultural life for decades. Erin Moriarty talks to non-profit administrators, educators and theatre producers about the importance of federal arts funding, and "Hamilton" creator Lin-Manuel Miranda talks about how NEA support helped him achieve an otherwise unattainable career.
Lin-Manuel Miranda on funding the arts
The career of Lin-Manuel Miranda, the Pulitzer- and Tony Award-winning creator of the Broadway sensation "Hamilton," has benefited from grants from the National Endowment for the Arts, one of the government agencies threatened with elimination by the Trump administration. A strong proponent of arts education, especially when it comes to kids in underserved regions of the country, Miranda spoke with Erin Moriarty and "Sunday Morning" about the importance of federal funding for the arts.
Play time: Public pianos
Spring is in full bloom, and in New York that means pianos are popping up like wildflowers. Michelle Miller talks with the founders of Sing For Hope, a group that has placed hundreds of pianos at parks, gardens and street-corners all over the city. She also talks with "Late Show" bandleader Jon Batiste about his support for the program; and she visits P.S. 8 in Manhattan, when one of the pianos is being donated to aid their arts education.
Coal's disappearance left Main Street empty. Artists saw a blank canvas.
Trinidad, Colorado, a former coal town, has sought to revitalize its economy by appealing to artists.
Misty Copeland on vulnerability in new book and her future in dance
Misty Copeland, the first Black female principal dancer at the American Ballet Theatre, spoke to "CBS Mornings" about advice in her new book and her future as a dancer.
New mural in Philadelphia celebrates Norris Square's Caribbean history
A vibrant new mural project at the corner of Front and Susquehanna aims to honor the cultural significance of Philadelphia's Norris Square.
Program taps HBCUs to make opera more inclusive
Opera singer is one of the most challenging career choices a student can make. Skyler Henry reports from the Metropolitan Opera in New York City on an effort to train the next generation of opera stars.
New book highlights the importance of grandmothers in Black culture
Two authors worked to share stories and highlight the importance of grandmothers in Black culture.
Issa Rae cancels sold-out event at Kennedy Center after Trump takeover
Television producer Shonda Rhimes and singer-songwriter Ben Folds have also cut ties with the Kennedy Center after President Trump's takeover of the venue.
The Indigenous foods Native American chefs urge people to try
Celebrating Thanksgiving and Native American Heritage Day this week highlights the importance of recognizing indigenous cuisines in the U.S. and the authentic, sustainable food it offers.
Social media's impact in the 2024 election
Dr. Marcus Collins, author of "For the Culture," joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the influence of social media on voter decision-making. With 19 days left in the race, a CBS News poll reveals more than 20% of voters frequently use social platforms to stay informed.
Doris Kearns Goodwin talks new kid's book
Best-selling author Doris Kearns Goodwin discusses her new book, "The Leadership Journey: How Four Kids Became President." It's her first book for young readers and highlights the early lives of Abraham Lincoln, Theodore Roosevelt, Franklin D. Roosevelt and Lyndon B. Johnson. Kearns Goodwin has spent five decades studying America's presidents and writing multiple books about them.
Philadelphia summer music camp helps develop female, trans and nonbinary composers
Wildflower Composers Festival in Philadelphia creates a space for female, trans and nonbinary composers to learn and grow in the craft.
Group of athletes revive ancient sport Ulama
Ulama, one of the world's oldest sports, is thought to be an inspiration for modern day soccer and football. It was played by Meso-Americans in Central and North America more than 3,000 years ago. Now, a group of athletes are bringing it back to the U.S., hoping to reclaim their ancestral culture.
Coachella 2024 kicks off in California
The first weekend of Coachella Music and Arts Festival kicks off Friday with dozens of artists performing on a variety of stages throughout the festival. Jem Aswad, executive music editor for Variety, joined CBS News to discuss the performers in this year's lineup.
What inspired Beyoncé's "Cowboy Carter"?
Beyoncé released her highly anticipated album "Cowboy Carter" on Friday, featuring 27 tracks and a genre-bending sound that pays tribute to country music's Black origins. Lamar Dawson, radio host and pop culture expert, joins CBS News to discuss the new album.
Philadelphia artist empowers Black hair, Black history through collectable dolls
From kinky afro puffs to honey blonde voluminous crimps, the hair textures and styles run the gamut, initially inspired by her daughter.
Detroit exhibit tells Black history through Black art
The exhibit is showcased in an environment outside of the classroom that feels a lot like home.
South Dade Black History Center honors D'Sean Perry's memory with new art exhibit
"Love-Art-Football" features the late UVA football player and South Florida's native artwork and other displays.
Gary International Black Film Festival spotlights the power of storytelling
"I think it's important to remember first and foremost when you're collaborating, just because it's not your idea, doesn't make it a bad idea."
Low and slow: Expressing Latino lowrider culture on two wheels
A San Francisco artist is carrying forward a decades-old tradition by expressing lowrider culture in custom-built bicycles.
Kid Capri reflects on 50 years of hip-hop
2023 marks 50 years since the creation of hip-hop. Grammy Award-winning DJ and producer Kid Capri joins CBS News to discuss the genre's contributions to the music industry, and his picks for best male and female artists at Sunday's BET Awards.
Julia Louis-Dreyfus on national arts award
The actress talks about receiving the award from President Biden and how he helped her prepare to play a vice president on television.
French baguettes honored for their delicious role in world's cultural heritage
The traditional and beloved long loaf of crusty French bread, the baguette, has been officially recognized as a part of world cultural heritage by the United Nations agency UNESCO. CBS News correspondent Ian Lee reports from London.
Hamas says it has agreed to parts of the Gaza peace proposal outlined by Trump
The plan called for Hamas to return all Israeli hostages and for the Israeli military to begin withdrawing from parts of the Gaza Strip in phases.
Virginia AG candidate faces backlash over violent, inflammatory text messages
In text messages from 2022, former Virginia House Delegate Jay Jones mused about hypothetically shooting then-Republican Speaker of the House of Delegates Todd Gilbert.
Former NFL quarterback Mark Sanchez injured, hospitalized, agent says
Mark Sanchez, who is also a Fox Sports analyst, is recovering in a hospital in Indianapolis, his agent Andrew Kessler told CBS News.
British police arrest 6 after deadly Manchester synagogue attack
Police have arrested six people on suspicion of terror offenses after an attack on a synagogue in northwest England.
Pritzker: Trump administration intends to federalize 300 Illinois National Guard
The statement comes amid clashes between protesters and federal agents in Broadview, Illinois, and other reported ICE activity around the city of Chicago.
FBI weighing a perp walk for Comey — and suspended an agent for refusing to
The FBI is considering carrying out a "showy" arrest and perp walk of the agency's now-indicted ex-Director James Comey, sources tell CBS News.
Sean "Diddy" Combs sentenced to over 4 years for prostitution-related charges
Sean "Diddy" Combs' sentencing hearing was held three months after he was convicted on two prostitution-related charges.
Government shutdown to continue into next week after Senate votes fail again
The 2025 government shutdown stretched into its third day on Friday, with the Senate again failing to advance competing proposals to end the impasse.
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.