Judge Peter Cahill sentenced former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin to 22.5 years in prison for the murder of George Floyd. The sentencing followed emotional statements from members of George Floyd’s family, along with Chauvin’s mother. CBS News’ Jamie Yuccas reports on the latest from Minneapolis. Then, Rebecca Roiphe, a legal contributor for CBS News and a former Manhattan prosecutor, explains how the judge reached his decision, and what’s next in Chauvin’s legal battle. Source
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Derek Chauvin makes brief statement in court before sentencing
Before a judge sentenced him to 22 and 1/2 years in prison for the murder of George Floyd, former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin made a brief statement in court. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman called his comments “bizarre.” Source
Kamala Harris visits southern border for first time as vice president
Vice President Kamala Harris traveled to El Paso, Texas, as she leads the White House’s response to rising migration. Her trip was criticized by Republicans. Nancy Cordes has more. Source
At least 4 dead, 159 unaccounted for after condo collapse
Search and rescue teams are continuing to work around the clock in hopes of finding any survivors. Source
Steve Hartman on the importance of hope
The condo building collapse near Miami is another gut punch amid the loss from the pandemic. Grief lies ahead for many. Steve Hartman reflects on the uncertainty in “On the Road.” Source
Families await news on missing loved ones in Florida condo collapse
Some family members are becoming frustrated at the pace of the search through the collapsed building’s rubble. Crews say there is a risk the rest of Surfside, Florida, building could collapse. David Begnaud has more. Source
Teacher says new Tennessee law on teaching about racism is “an assault on the craft of teaching”
A growing number of states are introducing legislation to limit how public school teachers can teach about issues of race and sexism in the classroom. So far 25 states have taken steps to limit discussions on racism and sexism, or introduced bills recently to restrict teaching on critical race theory. Jericka Duncan spoke to a teacher in Tennessee about how a new law there could impact how she teaches, and she spoke to a Republican lawmaker who co-sponsored the bill. Source
At least 4 dead, 159 unaccounted for after Florida condo collapse
Rescue crews are racing against time as they search for victims in the condo building collapse in Surfside, Florida. Manuel Bojorquez has the latest. Source
Investigators search for cause of condo collapse near Miami
A resident of the Surfside condo building that collapsed said the building’s garage was often wet, even if it was dry outside. The son of another resident said she heard creaking noises. Mark Strassmann shares more. Source
Justice Department sues Georgia over voter restrictions
The Biden administration is suing the state of Georgia over its new voting law. The Justice Department argues the restrictions were designed to limit Black residents’ ability to vote. Source