Hundreds of protesters formed a caravan Saturday and drove from Atlanta to Brunswick, Georgia, to demonstrate their grief and anger over the fatal shooting of Ahmaud Arbery. Jessi Mitchell reports. Source
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Actor Fred Willard dead at 86
Actor Fred Willard died Friday of natural causes at the age of 86. Willard was widely known for his comedic roles in Christopher Guest movies such as “A Mighty Wind” and “Best In Show.” Source
Class of 2020 finds ways to celebrate graduation despite coronavirus pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic made it almost impossible to hold traditional graduation ceremonies for college seniors. But many graduating college students are finding creative ways to celebrate their achievements. Michael George reports. Source
Former President Obama congratulates HBCU graduates in virtual message
Former President Barack Obama delivered a virtual message congratulating the 2020 graduates of historically black colleges and universities. Mr. Obama also appeared to have some veiled criticism for the Trump administration’s handling of the coronavirus pandemic. Source
President Trump praises own administration’s handling of coronavirus pandemic
President Trump spent the weekend at Camp David, where he tweeted out praise for the “great job” his administration had done responding to the coronavirus pandemic. Meanwhile, health experts warn a vaccine may still be far off and Congress can’t come to terms on additional stimulus measures. Nikole Killion reports. Source
“Outdated browsers” prevented thousands from submitting AP exams
After months of preparation and studying, many students now have to retake exams that help determine their college academic standing because of a glitch. Source
ICE keeps kids detained because parents don’t “wish to separate”
A federal judge has ordered ICE to seek the prompt release of all minors in its custody. The agency detains migrant families with children. Source
Mom gives birth in parking lot, dad uses face mask to cut cord
David Patrick said he rolled the face mask “up tightly like a tortilla and tied a knot around our son’s umbilical cord.” Source
Fred Willard, “Best In Show” actor and comedian, dies at 86
Willard was known for his roles in “Best in Show,” “A Mighty Wind,” and recently, a recurring role “Modern Family.” Source
Trump fires State Department watchdog Steve Linick
Ambassador Stephen J. Akard will replace Linick, a State Department spokesperson told CBS News. Source