Mississippi to remove Confederate emblem on state flag
Mississippi made history this weekend after lawmakers voted to change the state flag, which is the last one displaying a Confederate battle emblem. Kate Smith has the latest.
Civil War
6/24: Red and Blue
Results coming in from Tuesday's primaries; Statues coming down across the country
Conflict in northern Ethiopia intensifies
Nearly a year after conflict first broke out in northern Ethiopia, federal troops intensified their assault against local Tigray forces this week. Meanwhile, the United Nations condemned last week's expulsion of seven senior officials from the country as a humanitarian crisis worsens for 5.2 million people there. BBC correspondent Kalkidan Yibeltal gave CBSN's Lana Zak an update from Ethiopia.
Aleppo civilians escape
The U.S. is putting more boots on the ground in Syria at the same time it's pursuing a diplomatic solution to end the five-year-long civil war there. Debora Patta is watching the mass exodus of citizens from the city of Aleppo.
Ken Burns on the true roots of country music
Over the past 30 years, the films of Ken Burns have covered the Civil War, the Vietnam War, baseball, jazz and more. His latest project, chronicling the story of country music from the hollers of West Virginia to the fields of California, may be his most emotional. “CBS This Morning: Saturday” co-host Jeff Glor sat down with Burns this week here in New York and one of the film's stars in Nashville to look beyond any current definition of country music and uncover its true roots.
al Qaeda thrives in war-torn country of Yemen
The conflict between the Yemeni government and rebellious groups has involved nations like Saudi Arabia and Iran. The ongoing conflict has allowed al Qaeda to thrive in the region and train soldiers despite U.S. drone strikes. Holly Williams reports.
Robert E. Lee statue removed from Richmond
The state of Virginia has taken down one of the nation's largest Confederate monuments, a 12-ton bronze statue of General Robert E. Lee on Richmond's historic Monument Avenue. Richmond Mayor Levar Stoney spoke with CBSN's Tanya Rivero about what the statue's removal means for the community and the push to address racial injustice.
Robert E. Lee statue removal date set by Virginia governor
Preparations for the statue's removal will begin 6 p.m. Tuesday when crews will install protective fencing. Once the statue is hoisted off the pedestal, it's expected to be cut into two pieces for transport.
Taliban continues attacks in Afghanistan
The Taliban is expanding its control over Afghanistan as U.S. troops are set to withdraw completely by mid-July. The rise of the militant group is stoking fears of an all-out civil war in the region. Charlie D’Agata has more.
FBI feared Pennsylvania would seize fabled Civil War gold, affidavit says
"I have probable cause to believe that a significant cache of gold is secreted in the underground cave," an FBI agent wrote.
Juneteenth resonates with Black America amid racial turmoil
New York Times columnist Jamelle Bouie on why the celebration of Juneteenth matters and what it means for black America today.
UN: Deadly conflict brings Tigray near famine
Tens of thousands of people are facing famine conditions across Ethiopia's war-torn Tigray region, where ethnic Tigray rebels are clashing with both Ethiopian and Eritrean forces. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta joins CBSN from Johannesburg with the latest developments.
New Orleans mayor on race in America
The mayor of New Orleans is weighing in about race relations, the Trump administration, and the controversy over confederate statues. In his new book, "In the Shadows of Statues: A White Southerner Confronts History," Mitch Landrieu opens up about growing up in the South and how that's impacted his life and political career. He joins CBSN to discuss his new book and the state of U.S. politics.
7 years of war in Syria
Thursday marked seven years of civil war in Syria, with no end in sight. More than 320,000 people have been killed and an estimated 12 million have been displaced from their homes. Foreign affairs columnist and commentator Bobby Ghosh joins CBSN to discuss where the war-torn country stands today.
Ghouta could become "another Aleppo"
Despite international calls to stop the bloodshed, Syrian President Bashar Assad said Sunday that his forces will continue to pound Eastern Ghouta near Damascus. When the intense siege began last month, human rights groups feared it would become "another Aleppo." CBS News foreign correspondent Seth Doane is there.
3/1/18: CBSN Evening News
Dangerous storms threaten the East and West coasts; Maisie Sly, a deaf six-year-old actress, nominated for an Oscar
Civilians not getting help in Ghouta
The U.N. and U.S. State Department said Thursday a ceasefire in Syria is not working. CBS News' Seth Doane is inside the war-torn country, and saw the conditions first-hand.
2/28/18: CBSN Evening News
Hope Hicks to resign from Trump administration; Chain reaction kidney exchange saves six lives
2/26/18: CBSN Evening News
President Trump meets with governors at the White House to discuss gun legislation; Stoneman Douglas hockey team wins state title
Attacks continue in Syria despite ceasefire
The Assad regime in Syria has ignored a U.N. ceasefire declared over the weekend, and there's evidence of a new gas attack. CBS News foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
2/22/18: CBSN Evening News
Resource sheriff resigns for actions during the Florida school massacre; Do antidepressants work? New study says drugs effectively reduce symptoms
Sisters in Syria plea for help
Two young sisters are showing what it's like to be in Ghouta, which is under siege from merciless missile strikes. The girls even made a plea for help on Twitter. CBS News foreign correspondent Charlie D'agata reports.
Signal's global headlines & hard numbers
Aircraft from three foreign countries have recently been brought down in Syria's civil war. More of today's hard numbers with CBSN contributor and Signal newsletter writer Alex Kliment.
Signal's global hard numbers
CBSN contributor and Signal newsletter writer Gabe Lipton takes us through some of today's hard numbers on newsworthy events across the globe.
Front lines of Yemen's civil war
More than 10,000 people in Yemen have died during a three-year civil war and millions more are threatened by famine and disease. Yemen's government, backed by Saudi Arabia, is fighting rebel forces backed by Iran. Holly Williams got access to the war-torn country from the Saudi Arabian government to see its version of the war.
Israel attacks Hamas leaders in Doha, drawing condemnation from Qatar
U.S. ally Qatar condemns Israel for strikes targeting Hamas leaders in its capital city Doha, calling them "a blatant violation of all international laws and norms."
Labor market added 911,000 fewer jobs than earlier reported, BLS says
The downward revision from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows the job market was slowing in 2024 and early 2025.
Venezuelan leader declares early Christmas as standoff with U.S. escalates
As he sends more troops to Venezuela's borders amid a standoff with Trump, President Nicolas Maduro says he's also rescheduling Christmas, to defend "the right to happiness."
Nation's Report Card shows declining scores for 8th and 12th graders
Students across the country are increasingly struggling to meet proficiency standards in science, math and reading, newly released data shows.
"Brutally savage" Russian strike kills over 20 in Ukraine, Zelenskyy says
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy posted amateur video showing the aftermath of a Russian strike on a Ukrainian town.
An invasive tick has been spotted in a new location. Here's what to know.
The Asian longhorned tick, which has been spotted in over 20 states, was first identified in the U.S. in New Jersey eight years ago.
Over 600 people arrested in operations targeting Sinaloa drug cartel, DEA says
The Drug Enforcement Administration said its efforts resulted in more than 600 arrests in operations targeting the Sinaloa drug cartel, which has been labeled a terrorist group.
Nate Bargatze talks about his comedy style as he prepares to host Emmys
Comedian Nate Bargatze spoke to "CBS Mornings" about preparing to host the 77th Emmy Awards on Sunday.
The U.S. has lost thousands of manufacturing jobs this year, analysis finds
Uncertainty over U.S. tariffs and other Trump administration economic policies are deterring manufacturers from hiring, according to the Center for American Progress.