CBSN Originals takes a look at the growing economic inequality and the divide over whether statehood is the solution in its new documentary, “Fighting for Paradise: Puerto Rico’s Future.” Manuel Natal Albelo, leader of the Movimiento Victoria Ciudadana political party in Puerto Rico, joins “CBSN AM” with more. Source
Author Archives: Stonecom Interactive
Software pioneer John McAfee found dead
Antivirus software pioneer John McAfee was found dead in a jail cell in Spain in what has been ruled a suicide. As CBS News’ Imtiaz Tyab reports, McAfee had a complicated life and death – but his legacy will live on. Source
Death toll climbs to four in Surfside building collapse
Four people are now reported dead after an apartment building partially collapsed in Surfside, Florida. Rescuers have been searching for survivors for more than a day, and more than 100 people are still missing. David Begnaud speaks to the fire marshal leading rescue efforts. Source
Parents of LGBTQ+ children share why they are proud
Pride celebrations have been popping up all over the country during the month of June—commemorating the fight for LGBTQ+ equality. In their own words, parents of LGBTQ+ kids and adults tell “CBS This Morning” about their own acceptance journeys and why they are proud of their children. Source
Derek Chauvin to be sentenced today for murder of George Floyd
A judge is expected to deliver the sentence today for former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, who was convicted in April for the murder of George Floyd. CBS News’ Michael George joined “CBSN AM” with the details on what to expect. Source
Officials: At least 4 dead, 159 unaccounted for after Florida building collapse
At least four people are confirmed dead and 159 people are unaccounted for after Thursday’s collapse of a high-rise condo building in Surfside, Florida, officials said Friday morning. Watch the press conference. Source
Dallas police officer: “Body-worn cameras have saved a lot of officers’ jobs”
As deadly encounters with police continue to rise, CBS News is taking a look at the use of police-worn body cameras. Across the country, body cameras have kept the focus on police tactics. “CBS This Morning” spoke to two Dallas officers about the use of body cameras and police reform. Jeff Pegues reports from Washington, D.C. Source
As Surfside rescue efforts continue, family of missing grandmother Judy Spiegel remains hopeful
At least 99 people remain unaccounted for in the Surfside, Florida condo collapse, and many families are awaiting news of their loved ones. Manuel Bojorquez speaks with the husband and children of Judy Spiegel, who say they’re hopeful the devoted mother and grandmother will be found alive. Source
What’s behind the $60 billion plan to give $1,000 to newborns
“Baby bonds” would help families of modest means build wealth and shrink the racial wealth gap, proponents say. Source
Desperate search for survivors after condo collapses in Florida
At least 99 people were unaccounted for after portions of a high-rise condo building north of Miami Beach collapsed early Thursday, killing at least one person. Rescue teams are tunneling below the building in a race against time to find survivors, but officials said it is still too dangerous to send searchers on top of the pile. David Begnaud reports. Source