CBS Evening News, May 28, 2020
National Guard activated in Minneapolis after unrest; Veteran's death highlights pandemic's effect on mental health
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CBS Evening News, June 3, 2020
All 4 officers charged in George Floyd's death; Langston Hughes "Let America Be America Again" shows the nation's continued struggle of freedom and equality
CBS Evening News, June 29, 2020
World Health Organization warns pandemic is “speeding up”; Teenager sketches doctors and nurses wearing PPE while being treated for coronavirus-linked disease
Group of 20-30 robbers swarm Best Buy in Minnesota on Black Friday
The theft resembles other mass robberies recently seen across the country.
COVID patients flood Minnesota hospitals
Hospitals in Minnesota are dealing with an overwhelming number of COVID-19 patients. Nearly 9,000 patients are in the ICU, and many hospitals can no longer accept new patients. CBS Minnesota's Caroline Cummings joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss.
Upper Midwest faces spike in COVID-19 infections: "It's unprecedented"
"I have never seen so many people on a ventilator at one time," one doctor said.
U.S. COVID cases rise ahead of holidays
COVID-19 cases are on the rise in the U.S. ahead of the holidays. Emergency medicine physician Dr. Hilary Fairbrother joins CBSN's Lana Zak for more.
Rising COVID cases strain Minnesota hospitals
Minnesota is seeing a surge in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations among the unvaccinated. WCCO's Liz Collin has more.
Rural hospitals strained by COVID patients
All American adults could soon be eligible for a COVID-19 booster shot, but in some rural communities many have not yet gotten their first dose. These patients are overwhelming some of the smaller hospitals in Minnesota, where the COVID infection rate is one of the highest in the country. Dr. Ulrika Wigert joined CBSN to talk about the challenges facing health care professionals in rural America.
"Positive leads" in girl's 1980 slaying after remains identified
Sherri Ann Jarvis' slaying remains unsolved, Walker County Sheriff Chief Deputy Tim Whitecotton said.
Ex-Minneapolis officer sentenced to prison
A Minnesota judge sentenced former Minneapolis police officer Mohamed Noor to nearly five years in prison Thursday for the 2017 fatal shooting of Justine Ruszczyk Damond. Noor was initially convicted of third-degree murder and manslaughter, but the Minnesota Supreme Court tossed out the murder conviction and sentence. Watch Judge Kathryn Quaintance hand down Noor's new sentence.
Former police officer sentenced to 57 months in woman's death
Mohamed Noor's murder conviction in the fatal shooting of Justine Ruszczyk Damond was overturned earlier this year.
Ex-officers charged in Floyd death appear in court
The four former Minneapolis police officers charged in the killing of George Floyd appeared in court Monday. A trial date has been set for March 2021. Jamie Yuccas reports.
Minnesota's sweeping police reform plan
Minnesota's governor unveiled a package of police reforms Thursday, including limits to the use of force as well as changes to the way police are trained and prosecuted. Jeff Pegues has the details.
2nd weekend of protests after George Floyd's death
Monday will mark two weeks since George Floyd died at the hands of the police in Minneapolis. His death sparked a nationwide movement against police brutality and racism. Jamie Yuccas has more from Minneapolis.
All 4 officers charged in George Floyd's death
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison announced new charges against three former officers with aiding and abetting in George Floyd's death and increased a murder charge for Derek Chauvin who pressed his knee on Floyd's neck. Jeff Pegues has the latest.
Minneapolis pastor sees hope in recent protests
Historical inequities have fueled racial tensions in Minneapolis for decades. One pastor in the Hawthorne neighborhood hopes the recent protests over the death of George Floyd will spark drastic systemic change. Jamie Yuccas reports.
Protests grow across U.S. demanding justice for George Floyd
The seventh day of protests nationwide brought no rest for those demanding change, with thousands filling the streets from New York to Los Angeles. Kris Van Cleave has the latest.
Protests continue despite coronavirus
Protests over the death of George Floyd rage across the country despite that the coronavirus pandemic continues to spread in several states. Meg Oliver has the latest.
National Guard activated in Minneapolis after unrest
The National Guard is being mobilized in Minneapolis after violent protests erupted over the death of George Floyd in police custody. Jeff Pegues has the latest.
6/2/20: Red and Blue
Minnesota files charges against police department; Pres. Trump praises 'overwhelming force'
Surgeon sings to lift spirits amid pandemic
A Minnesota orthopedic surgeon is using his voice in addition to his medical skills to help patients and tired hospital staff. Videos of his performances with colleagues have gone viral online with millions of views. Vladimir Duthiers speaks to Dr. Elvis Francois about why he's using his musical skills to lift spirits during the coronavirus crisis.
Trump says coronavirus test kits are "coming soon"
The U.S has fallen far short in its capacity to test Americans for the virus. Since the first case was detected in this country nearly two months ago, just over 14,000 people have been tested. Jamie Yuccas reports.
Minnesota votes after Klobuchar drops out
CBSN's Elaine Quijano talks with Esme Murphy, reporter and Sunday morning anchor for CBS Minnesota about issues that matter to voters there, which candidates are projected to do well after Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar dropped out, and what happens to the early votes case for Klobuchar now that she's out of the race.
8/14/19: CBSN Evening News
Dow Jones Industrial Average dips 800 points; Plastic pollution reaches far and wide.
Gaza ceasefire in effect, Israel says, as hostage release countdown begins
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vows "Hamas will disarm," the easy way or the hard way, as Israel's military says a Gaza ceasefire is in effect.
Trump announces additional 100% tariff on Chinese goods starting next month
President Trump said Friday he will impose an additional 100% tariff on imports from China starting next month, citing new port fees — marking a significant escalation in the U.S.-China trade war.
Government shutdown stretches on as thousands of federal workers face layoffs
The government shutdown entered its 11th day Saturday as Republicans and Democrats remain at an impasse over a spending plan, and the Trump administration began laying off thousands of federal workers.
19 missing after deadly blast at Tennessee military explosives plant, sheriff says
The blast occurred at Accurate Energetic Systems, according to the Hickman County Sheriff's Office.
Hegseth announces Qatar will build air force facility at U.S. base in Idaho
The move is a sign of increasingly close ties between the U.S. and Qatar.
Trump has "routine yearly checkup" 6 months after annual physical exam
President Trump's physician wrote that Mr. Trump "continues to demonstrate excellent overall health."
How the Israel-Hamas deal came together — a timeline
Just before an Israel-Hamas ceasefire went into effect Friday, senior U.S. officials shared a timeline of the Trump administration's months-long effort to put together a deal to end the war in the Gaza Strip.
Trump immigration official testifies on plans to deport Abrego Garcia
ICE's John Schultz said he's "confident" that once the administration receives approval from a third country to accept Abrego Garcia, he could be deported within 72 hours.
Clinton and Rice commend Trump on MidEast peace deal, discuss path forward
Hillary Clinton and Condoleezza Rice joined CBS News' Norah O'Donnell for a discussion of the Israel-Hamas deal as the ceasefire begins in Gaza.