Advocates fight to stop the ninth federal execution of 2020
Brandon Bernard, a 40-year-old inmate, is scheduled to die Thursday at the federal penitentiary in Terre Haute, Indiana.
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Neo-Nazi group member gets prison for threatening journalists
The group's plot was "to have them all wake up one morning and find themselves terrorized by targeted propaganda."
Man serving 90-year sentence for selling marijuana is released
While serving a 90-year prison sentence, Richard DeLisi's wife died, as did his 23-year-old son and both his parents.
Exonerated man fights wrongful convictions
Jericka Duncan first spoke to Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner more than a year ago, and recently checked in with him to hear about his ongoing mission to reform his office's culture. She also spoke with Terrance Lewis, who spent more than 21 years in prison before he was exonerated. Lewis told her how he's now helping others in their fight for justice and freedom.
Lori Loughlin's daughter Oliva Jade speaks out
Olivia Jade, the daughter of Hollywood actress Lori Loughlin and fashion designer Mossimo Giannulli, is speaking publicly about the college admissions scandal for the first time. Carter Evans has more on her response.
Hong Kong jails pro-democracy activists
Joshua Wong, Agnes Chow and Ivan Lam aren't even 30 years old, but as CBS News correspondent Ramy Inocencio reports, they're already veterans and heroes to the Chinese territory's pro-democracy movement. On Wednesday, they were sentenced to prison for taking part in protests, but they've vowed not to give up.
Ethiopia conflict and more global headlines
Ethiopia is claiming victory as the military takes control of the Tigray region's capital. Iran holds a funeral for a top nuclear scientist who was killed in a targeted attack. And a prison riot in Sri Lanka turns deadly. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta joins CBSN AM with today's global headlines.
Widespread fraud in California prison system
California's system for paying unemployment benefits is so dysfunctional that the state approved tens of thousands of claims for well-known convicted inmates, costing the state at least $140 million. CBS Los Angeles' Jasmine Viel reports.
Massive unemployment fraud found in California prisons: Prosecutors
California has paid out at least $140 million in benefits and at least 158 claims have been filed for 133 inmates on death row, according to Sacramento County District Attorney Anne Marie Schubert.
Flikshop delivers postcards of hope to inmates
When Marcus Bullock was serving time in prison as a teenager, he said it was his mother's promise to send him mail everyday that changed his life. He went on to launch Flikshop, an app that allows people to easily send postcards to their incarcerated loved ones. The Flikshop founder and CEO tells CBSN about his company's mission to connect and deliver hope to inmates.
Tracking coronavirus in prisons
Prison populations in the U.S. have been hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic. Tom Meagher, senior editor for The Marshall Project, joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss how they've been tracking the impact in the prison system.
Report: Prison didn't isolate inmates who tested positive for COVID-19
The watchdog said Oakdale officials did not isolate nearly 100 asymptomatic inmates who tested positive for the virus, permitting them to continue using showers, telephones and other common areas on a staggered schedule.
NXIVM founder Keith Raniere sentenced
Keith Raniere, the former leader of the alleged cult NXIVM, was sentenced to 120 years in prison. Fifteen of his victims spoke during his sentencing. Nikki Battiste has been following this story and was in the courthouse for the sentencing.
Police hunt for Greek far-right party member evading prison sentence
Christos Pappas considered a fugitive after being sentenced, with 13 other ex-Golden Dawn lawmakers, to prison for running party as a criminal organization.
One couple's quest for a second chance
A new documentary highlights the struggle families endure when a loved one is in prison. More than 2.3 million people are incarcerated in the U.S. The film from Amazon studios, “Time,” is shot in black and white, and focuses on the Richardson family. It chronicles the journey of matriarch Fox Rich, who fights to keep her family together while her husband serves a 60-year prison sentence for armed robbery. Jericka Duncan reports.
Coronavirus sickens over 1,000 Wisconsin inmates
As of Tuesday, facilities across the state had at least 1,055 active cases, with 1,993 inmates in quarantine.
Why are jail phone calls so expensive?
Advocates say the price of using telephones behind bars could mean cutting off communication with loved ones who serve as support systems and aid with rehabilitation.
California to house trans inmates based on gender identity
The new law aims to protect transgender inmates, who are more likely to be harassed or assaulted behind bars.
California law for transgender inmates
California has passed legislation allowing transgender inmates in the state's correctional facilities to be assigned housing based on their gender identity. State Senator Scott Wiener, the author of Senate Bill 132, joined CBSN to discuss the new law and what it means for transgender inmates in the state.
Harvey Weinstein facing three new rape charges in California
The 68-year-old Weinstein is serving a 23-year prison sentence in New York after convictions in February for rape and sexual assault against two women.
American faces prison over bad review of resort in Thailand
Wesley Barnes, who works in Thailand, was arrested by immigration police.
Compassionate release offers some federal inmates hope
Petitions for compassionate release were rarely approved prior to the passing of the First Step Act in December 2018, which made it easier for offenders to bring the request to the court.
Actress headed back to prison for fatal 2010 drunk driving crash
It was a startling development in a case that has bounced around the New Jersey court system for nearly a decade.
Joe Exotic appeals to Trump for pardon
Joseph Maldonado-Passage, better known as "Joe Exotic," is asking President Trump for a pardon. His application, which includes a handwritten letter, is set to be hand-delivered to the White House as soon as Thursday. Exotic was sentenced to 22 years in prison after a jury convicted him for a murder-for-hire plot and the illegal sale and killing of tigers. Paula Reid reports.
Appeals court upholds decision to deny R. Kelly bail
The 2nd Circuit said prosecutors had proven Kelly is a flight risk and a danger to the community.
Suspect in Charlie Kirk killing is not cooperating with authorities, governor says
Tyler Robinson, 22, was arrested on charges of aggravated murder, obstruction of justice and felony discharge of a firearm for the assassination of Charlie Kirk.
Historian on political violence and the threat to American democracy
The murder of Charlie Kirk last week follows a litany of violent acts against political targets. Historian Jon Meacham talks about the existential questions now facing America.
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2 arrested after incendiary device placed under news vehicle in Salt Lake City
The device had been lit but "failed to function as designed," a Unified Fire Authority Investigations officer wrote in affidavits of probable cause.
National civil rights museum Trump can't control is expanding
Unlike the Smithsonian, the National Center for Civil and Human Rights is privately funded, putting it beyond the immediate reach of Trump administration efforts to control what Americans learn about their history.
Texas Republican Rep. Michael McCaul announces he won't seek reelection
Rep. Michael McCaul, a foreign policy leader who had strongly supported Ukraine, warned Sunday that Russian President Vladimir Putin is "testing the resolve of NATO."
Colorado school shooter had account on "violent gore" site, ADL says
Desmond Holly and several school shooters in the past year were active on the same website, the ADL says.
Fox News host apologizes for remarks about mentally ill homeless people
Brian Kilmeade made the comment while talking about the stabbing murder of Iryna Zarutska in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Sen. Chris Coons: The internet "is driving extremism in our country"
In a joint segment with Republican Sen. James Lankford, Democratic Sen. Chris Coons said amid efforts to foster bipartisan discourse, the internet "is driving extremism in our country."