Legal analyst Rikki Klieman joined “CBS This Morning” to discuss the emotional first week of the trial of Derek Chauvin, who was charged with killing George Floyd last summer in Minneapolis – plus what to watch for as the trial continues next week. Source
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“Free-range” parents clash with Maryland CPS again
The Meitiv parents practice what they call “free-range” parenting, which they claim builds independence. Child protective services held their 10- and 6-year-old children for hours after they were spotted playing alone in a park Sunday. As Chip Reid reports, this is the third time the parents have come under fire for letting their children walk around unsupervised. Source
Derek Chauvin’s ex-boss says he should’ve removed knee after George Floyd was not resisting
During Derek Chauvin’s murder trial, his former supervisor told the court that the restraint should have ended much sooner, rather than lasting more than nine minutes. George Floyd’s girlfriend also gave an emotional account of their relationship and struggle with drug addiction. Jamie Yuccas has more. Source
Hunter Biden opens up about family intervention, tax investigation
Hunter Biden described an emotional intervention his family staged at his father’s home in Wilmington during the 2020 presidential campaign. Source
Tulsa police release video of accidental shooting: “I shot him. I’m sorry.”
In Oklahoma, a graphic video from a body camera shows the deadly shooting of Eric Harris, an unarmed black man and convicted felon. Police brought in by the Tulsa County Sheriff’s Department are investigating. They say an unpaid volunteer reserve deputy, Robert Bates, meant to use a taser, but fired his gun instead. Elaine Quijano reports on why police filed no charges. Source
Young choreographer breathes new life into classic art form
New York City Ballet’s Justin Peck is lighting up stages around the world as both a choreographer and soloist. He takes us inside his creative process. Source
Baseball season brings culinary creations at ballpark
For fans at ballparks across the nation, 2015 brought some culinary creations, but they are not for the calorie conscious. Vinita Nair reports. Source
Amazon files first-ever lawsuit over fake reviews
It’s happening more and more as online shoppers who rely on Amazon.com’s product review are being fooled by fake praise. For the first time, Amazon is suing 4 websites for allegedly selling phony consumer reviews. Consumer expert Regina Lewis joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to tell us more. Source
Obama on environment’s impact on public health
President Obama is pushing to educate people about the ways climate change can affect them personally. Doctors Jon LaPook and Holly Phillips join “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to tell us more. Source
How Californians are dealing with water restrictions
Communities across California are working out plans to make big cuts in water usage. Last week, Governor Jerry Brown signed an executive order mandating a sharp drop in water use across the state. The state is struggling with a worsening four-year drought. David Begnaud reports. Source