Many theaters were packed overnight as the new hip-hop movie opened. Some theater owners are worried about security at screenings, which sparked backlash from fans who say they’re being stereotyped. Vladimir Duthiers reports on the movie that is coming out at a very sensitive time. Source
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Deer and bunny play like Bambi and Thumper
Nick Dietz compiles some of the latest and greatest viral videos, including a classic Disney animated film played out in reality and a musician shredding on a peculiar instrument called a “Chapman Stick.” To see these videos in their entirety, click HERE. Source
Patricia Arquette reflects on Oscar win, “Boyhood”
The “CSI: Cyber” star tells CBS News’ Lauren Moraski how she feels months after winning the best supporting actress Oscar for “Boyhood.” Source
Behind “Straight Outta Compton”
The N.W.A biopic “Straight Outta Compton” has gotten strong reviews prior to its Friday opening. Alex Gale, senior editor at Billboard, talked about the film on CBSN. Source
DNA tests show President Harding fathered love child
New DNA testing proves that the 29th U.S. President Warren J. Harding fathered a child with his mistress Nan Britton in 1919, the central allegation in her 1928 best-selling tell-all. CBSN’s Contessa Brewer the latest. Source
Customs recovers stolen $15M Picasso painting
A $15M Picasso masterpiece called “The Hairdresser” has been recovered by custom agents in New Jersey. CBS News’ Weija Jiang has the latest on recovery. Source
Supplies of a French rosé to run out for the summer
The director of a French winery says supplies of the popular “Whispering Angel Rosé” are running low and will be sold out by the end of the summer. CBSN’s Contessa Brewer reports on the shortage. Source
Woman sues after roll-throwing restaurant threw a roll at her
A patron of a restaurant known for its “Throwed Rolls” tossed to customers is suing after she was struck by one of the rolls. CBSN’s Contessa Brewer has more on the suit. Source
David Simon, Paul Haggis on new HBO mini-series “Show Me a Hero”
“Show Me A Hero” looks back at the struggle over public housing and desegregation in the 1980s. The city of Yonkers, New York, was faced with a federal court order to build low income housing in white neighborhoods. The six-part series follows then-Mayor Nick Wasicsko, who faced fierce opposition from residents during city council votes. Executive producer David Simon and Oscar-winning director Paul Haggis join “CBS This Morning” to discuss the inspiration behind the series. Source
Canadian politician creates wonderfully insane campaign ad
Nick Dietz compiles some of the latest and greatest viral videos, including Wyatt Scott’s crazy way of announcing his run for Canadian Parliament and a tortoise that can open the door and let himself in. To see these videos in their entirety, click HERE. Source