Ferguson elects its first black and first woman mayor
Ella Jones' win in city known for protests after Michael Brown shooting comes as nation is embroiled in protests over George Floyd's death.
Policing In America: 5 Years After Ferguson
Five years after Ferguson, Michael Brown's father wants case reopened
Friday marks the fifth anniversary of the death of an unarmed black teenager, shot and killed by a police officer in Missouri
How the FBI is collecting data on police departments' use of force
Experts are concerned that the reporting system has a fundamental flaw
Officers question the role of racial bias training
A CBS News investigation looks at the changes to law enforcement since the death of Michael Brown in Ferguson 5 years ago
St. Louis sergeant: There are white supremacists on the police force
Although the department says implicit bias training is mandatory, two members of the department said they've never received it
Arizona police say racial bias training is "absolute worst" they've ever had
"You don't care about me and you don't care about the citizens," one officer said. "You care about putting on this little show."
State-by-state look at how America's police departments are tackling racial bias
CBS News contacted more than 150 police departments in big cities across the country as part of a year-long look into policing in America
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Breonna Taylor grand jury "didn't agree that certain actions were justified"
A Breonna Taylor case grand juror took issue Tuesday with the Kentucky AG's characterization of the panel's proceedings.
2 students facing possible charges over teacher's beheading
The killing of Samuel Paty has shocked the country and prompted a government crackdown on radical Islam.
Inside the FBI's race to stop Austin, Texas, bombing spree
FBI agents reveal the unprecedented effort to catch a serial bomber who was killing and maiming random victims with homemade devices in the spring of 2018.
Bike sales surged during pandemic. Now thefts are up, too
A rise in thefts of two-wheelers has experts recommending multiple locks to prevent thieves from stealing bikes.
Ballot drop box fire prompts investigation for suspected arson
More than 200 ballots were in the damaged ballot box, the mayor of Baldwin Park said.
"The FBI Declassified": To catch a serial bomber
For 20 days, an unidentified bomber terrorized the city of Austin, Texas, when a series of homemade explosive devices detonated, killing two people and wounding three more.
U.S. charges 6 Russian military officers for massive cyberattacks
The indictment was unsealed in federal court Monday.
Man arrested for allegedly threatening to kidnap Wichita mayor
Mayor Daniel Whipple said that from what he gathered in text messages read to him, the suspect was allegedly interested in trying to kidnap him and causing harm with a knife.
Rapper who bragged in video about benefits scam is arrested
Fontrell Antonio Baines, who is known online as Nuke Bizzle, faces up to 22 years in federal prison.
France denounces "Islamist terrorist attack" after teacher decapitated
The suspected attacker was shot to death by police after Friday's beheading.
Man who spent 23 years in prison for stealing hedge clippers gets parole
Fair Wayne Bryant had been serving a life sentence in prison for the crime.
Security guard protecting ballot drop box shot
Officials say the box apparently wasn't tampered with and the motive appeared to be robbery but security's now being ramped up at all of Baltimore's boxes.
Former Chicago police superintendent accused of sexual assault
The lawsuit accuses Johnson, who was the highest ranking member of the department at the time, of "shockingly violent, abusive, and harassing conduct."
Denver shooting suspect to be charged with second-degree murder
Matthew Dolloff, 30, could now face between 16 and 48 years in prison for the death of 49-year-old Lee Keltner.
Grandfather pleads guilty in death of toddler who fell from cruise ship
Salvatore Anello will not serve any jail time and will serve probation in his home state of Indiana.
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Iran and Russia accessed some voter registration data, top intel officials say
Top national security officials spoke at a last-minute news conference Wednesday.
Tilting Venezuelan vessel could lead to catastrophic oil spill
The stranded oil ship threatens to dump up to 80 million gallons of oil into the sea.
Space station crew returns to Earth after 195-day mission
NASA astronaut Chris Cassidy and two cosmonauts head home to close out action-packed space flight.
Pope endorses same-sex civil unions for the first time as pontiff
Pope Francis made his endorsement of same-sex civil unions while being interviewed for a feature-length documentary.
2 students facing possible charges over teacher's beheading
The killing of Samuel Paty has shocked the country and prompted a government crackdown on radical Islam.
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Chris Christie says he should have worn a mask at White House
"I mistook the bubble of security around the president for a viral safe zone. I was wrong," the former New Jersey governor wrote.
Teen wins $25K prize for research on potential COVID-19 cure
Anika Chebrolu's research could someday lead to a potential treatment for the coronavirus.
A look inside the COVID-19 ward at Wisconsin's largest hospital
"I wish people would take this serious," a 73-year-old woman battling COVID-19 told CBS News.
Obama hits the trail for Biden in Pennsylvania
He made his first in-person appearance for Biden in the Keystone State at a socially distanced drive-in rally.
U.S. reports more than 60,000 new COVID-19 cases
In at least four Midwestern states — South Dakota, Iowa, Idaho and Wisconsin — an alarming 20% of recent tests are positive.
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Obama hits the trail for Biden in Pennsylvania
He made his first in-person appearance for Biden in the Keystone State at a socially distanced drive-in rally.
Iran and Russia accessed some voter registration data, top intel officials say
Top national security officials spoke at a last-minute news conference Wednesday.
Trans and non-binary voters face barriers ahead of election
A UCLA study estimates that 42% of eligible transgender voters don't have the correct identification.
Senate Republicans prepare for possible "post-Trump world"
"I don't think you can find a Republican in Washington who thinks President Trump is going to win reelection," said one strategist.
AOC's first Twitch livestream was one of the most-watched ever
Ocasio-Cortez topped out at 439,000 concurrent views, making it the third most-watched Twitch stream ever.
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AOC's first Twitch livestream was one of the most-watched ever
Ocasio-Cortez topped out at 439,000 concurrent views, making it the third most-watched Twitch stream ever.
All about Marvel's upcoming movies and TV shows
From the MCU to streaming favorites, here's everything we know about Marvel's upcoming releases
Troy Aikman says he supports military after appearing to mock flyovers
"It was odd to see one over a mostly empty stadium but I am an unwavering patriot that loves this country," he tweeted.
Charlie Brown holiday specials not on TV this year
Specials like "It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown" will be available for free — but only for a small window of time.
Dave Matthews on how to get ready to vote
With under two weeks until the election, Dave Matthews and other big-name musicians are teaming up with HeadCount to make sure Americans are ready to vote. Matthews tells "CBS This Morning" about how voters can make sure they are prepared for the election, as well as the importance of the youth vote.
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Amazon offers 1-hour pickup at Whole Foods stores across U.S.
Curbside pickup increasingly in demand as pandemic changes consumer behavior in ways that could prove permanent.
GM expected to announce details of GMC Hummer EV
The zero-emissions "supertruck" is among 20 electric models the company plans to develop and sell globally by 2023.
Department of Justice sues Google for antitrust violation
Feds and 11 states charge that search giant paid billions to carriers and web browsers to maintain its dominance.
SpaceX launches another 60 Starlink satellites
It was the first of two planned Starlink launchings in just three days.
Anti-abortion rights group says Facebook blocked ads over "debunked" facts
A conservative blog that marked the ads' claims as "partly false" has since posted an apology and retracted its fact check.
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Teen wins $25K prize for research on potential COVID-19 cure
Anika Chebrolu's research could someday lead to a potential treatment for the coronavirus.
NASA scientists elated with asteroid sampling mission
Images from the spacecraft give researchers confidence an attempt to collect samples from an asteroid was successful.
This diabolical ironclad beetle can survive being run over by a car
The beetle can withstand a force of about 39,000 times its body weight — the equivalent of a 200-pound man enduring the weight of 7.8 million pounds.
Tilting Venezuelan vessel could lead to catastrophic oil spill
The stranded oil ship threatens to dump up to 80 million gallons of oil into the sea.
Space station crew returns to Earth after 195-day mission
NASA astronaut Chris Cassidy and two cosmonauts head home to close out action-packed space flight.
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Chris Christie says he should have worn a mask at White House
"I mistook the bubble of security around the president for a viral safe zone. I was wrong," the former New Jersey governor wrote.
Teen wins $25K prize for research on potential COVID-19 cure
Anika Chebrolu's research could someday lead to a potential treatment for the coronavirus.
A look inside the COVID-19 ward at Wisconsin's largest hospital
"I wish people would take this serious," a 73-year-old woman battling COVID-19 told CBS News.
U.S. reports more than 60,000 new COVID-19 cases
In at least four Midwestern states — South Dakota, Iowa, Idaho and Wisconsin — an alarming 20% of recent tests are positive.
How does coronavirus spread? When will a vaccine be available? Your questions, answered
Here are answers to some of your questions about COVID-19 as the U.S. sees a spike in new cases.
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Workers being laid off twice as COVID ripples through economy
As PPP business loans run out, economists see a second wave of layoffs. "It feels completely arbitrary," said one worker made jobless.
Cleaning company is more profitable than it was pre-COVID
Owner of home-cleaning service said the funds allowed him to restructure his small business. Now it's more efficient.
J.C. Penney hopes to emerge from bankruptcy by Christmas
Plan in works for Simon Property Group to buy beleaguered clothing retailer, according to company officials.
California insurers drop homeowners facing wildfire threats
One homeowner said her insurance payments "went from $1,500 per year to over $4,800" because of where she lives.
Amazon offers 1-hour pickup at Whole Foods stores across U.S.
Curbside pickup increasingly in demand as pandemic changes consumer behavior in ways that could prove permanent.
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Breonna Taylor grand jury "didn't agree that certain actions were justified"
A Breonna Taylor case grand juror took issue Tuesday with the Kentucky AG's characterization of the panel's proceedings.
2 students facing possible charges over teacher's beheading
The killing of Samuel Paty has shocked the country and prompted a government crackdown on radical Islam.
Inside the FBI's race to stop Austin, Texas, bombing spree
FBI agents reveal the unprecedented effort to catch a serial bomber who was killing and maiming random victims with homemade devices in the spring of 2018.
Bike sales surged during pandemic. Now thefts are up, too
A rise in thefts of two-wheelers has experts recommending multiple locks to prevent thieves from stealing bikes.
Ballot drop box fire prompts investigation for suspected arson
More than 200 ballots were in the damaged ballot box, the mayor of Baldwin Park said.
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NASA scientists elated with asteroid sampling mission
Images from the spacecraft give researchers confidence an attempt to collect samples from an asteroid was successful.
Space station crew returns to Earth after 195-day mission
NASA astronaut Chris Cassidy and two cosmonauts head home to close out action-packed space flight.
NASA asteroid mission declares "touchdown"
The dramatic effort to collect a sample is the centerpiece of an $800 million mission.
NASA spacecraft trying to bring asteroid sample back to Earth
The drama unfolds Tuesday as the U.S. takes its first crack at collecting asteroid samples for return to Earth.
SpaceX launches another 60 Starlink satellites
It was the first of two planned Starlink launchings in just three days.
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All about Marvel's upcoming movies and TV shows
From the MCU to streaming favorites, here's everything we know about Marvel's upcoming releases
Just 54 photos of dogs getting treats
Everything is terrible – except for these amazing photos by German photographer Christian Vieler-Kircher
The most haunted places in America
Looking to be scared witless? Try these abandoned mental hospitals, "haunted" hotels, and more.
"Murder hornet" spotted in the United States
Growing up to two inches long, this killer insect can decapitate 40 honeybees per minute.
The 50 most popular baby girl names
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How to manage financial stress
According to the American Psychological Association's "Stress in America" survey, nearly two in three adults this year said money is a significant source of stress in their life, and about half of adults said they have experienced negative financial impact due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Walser Wealth Management president Rebecca Walser joins CBSN to discuss how to manage financial anxiety.
Fauci not surprised Trump got COVID
In a wide-ranging "60 Minutes" interview, Dr. Anthony Fauci expresses his frustration with a Trump campaign ad; explains why, early in the pandemic, masks were largely recommended for health care workers; and says whether he plans to vote in person.
Alexey Navalny describes being poisoned
The Russian opposition leader tells Lesley Stahl about what he went through after falling ill on an airplane this past August and why he won't let it stop him from the work he's doing against Russian President Vladimir Putin.
CBSN Originals: "Welcome to Pine Lake"
CBSN Originals presents its first feature documentary, "Welcome to Pine Lake." The film set out to tell the triumphant story of a progressive, women-run town — and ended up revealing the institutional racism at the city's core. The film is followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers and an extended discussion with important voices and thought leaders on the problems and possible solutions to systemic racism in America today, hosted by CBSN's Anne-Marie Green.
10/21/20: Red and Blue
Fmr. Pres. Obama hits the 2020 campaign trail; Winning over blue collar voters in Pennsylvania