New Orleans Saints safety and former Philadelphia Eagles star Malcolm Jenkins joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the death of George Floyd, police reform, the NFL and teammate Drew Brees. Source
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Live updates from George Floyd’s funeral service
George Floyd’s funeral service is being held at the Fountain of Praise Church in Houston. Source
Top GOP senator says next coronavirus relief package expected in July
Thune told reporters on Capitol that the Senate has a packed calendar for the remainder of June. Source
Decades after son’s death, Amadou Diallo’s mother reflects on Floyd case: “My wound was open again”
For many Americans, the protests about police brutality and systemic racism are a reminder that we’ve been here before. As part of the CBS News special, “Justice for All,” Gayle King heard from the mother of Amadou Diallo. She says George Floyd’s death triggered memories of her own son’s killing at the hands of police more than 20 years earlier. Source
Titans Season Ticket Rep Spotlight: Helen Lee
Meet Helen Lee, in her sixth season as a Titans ticket memberships account representative after joining the club from the San Antonio Spurs. Source
Joe Biden on why George Floyd’s death is a wake-up call to the nation
In an exclusive interview, “CBS Evening News” anchor Norah O’Donnell sat down with former Vice President Joe Biden for the CBS News special, “Justice for All.” Biden told O’Donnell that he and his wife talked to Floyd’s family about how hard it is to grieve, especially with the whole world watching. Source
Eye Opener: Thousands of mourners expected at George Floyd’s funeral
Thousands of mourners gathered in Houston to attend George Floyd’s funeral after his death sparked a national movement against police brutality. Floyd’s death has also sparked a debate over reforming or defunding police departments across the country. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener. Your world in 90 seconds. Source
New Zealand drops plans for armed police patrols
Police gave the patrols a trial run after the Christchurch mosque shootings but just nixed them, saying they’d lead to a U.S.-style militarization of the force. Source
Health officer who mandated face masks resigns after threats
Dr. Nichole Quick had been receiving increased security after she began facing threats and protests at her home due to her health guidelines. Source
Richmond judge blocks removal of Robert E. Lee statue for 10 days
Issues injunction in response to lawsuit against governor’s plan as controversies over removals of statues honoring Confederacy continue in many cities. Source