“There is no comfort in revenge, put the guns down,” said Chicago Police Superintendent David Brown. Source
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Yelp searches for Black-owned businesses jumped 7,000%
Since the recent Black Lives Matter protests, Black-owned businesses have seen a boom compared to last year, according to a report from Yelp. Source
China set to launch Mars mission
The Tianwen-1 mission – China’s most ambitious attempt yet at interplanetary exploration – aims to send an orbiter, lander and rover to the red planet. Source
Multiple COVID-19 vaccine doses may be necessary, Bill Gates says
“None of the vaccines at this point appear like they’ll work with a single dose,” Gates said. Source
2 friends defy the odds and graduate together
Odin Frost and Jordan Granberry met when they were 3 years old on the first day of school — and now shared one of life’s accomplishments together. Source
Bill Gates says “serious mistakes were made” in U.S. pandemic response
Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates said Wednesday that the U.S. has made “serious mistakes” in its response to the coronavirus pandemic. Gates urged the country to ramp up its testing capacity, and in an interview with “CBS Evening News” anchor and managing editor Norah O’Donnell, he also discussed progress toward a vaccine and the challenges of safely reopening schools. Source
Greta Thunberg donating over $1 million in prize money to help the planet
Greta Thunberg has pledged to donate 1 million euros — more than $1.14 million — in prize money. The 17-year-old climate activist was awarded the inaugural Gulbenkian Prize for Humanity, which recognizes people for their contribution to climate change mitigation and adaptation. CBSN’s Tanya Rivero reports. Source
Kim Kardashian West addresses Kanye West’s mental health
Kim Kardashian West opened up about her husband Kanye West’s struggle with bipolar disorder in a heartfelt message on Instagram. The 43-year-old rapper’s mental health has come under scrutiny in recent days after he launched a potential bid for president and unleashed a series of bizarre statements and tweets. CBS Los Angeles reports. Source
Trump resumes coronavirus briefings as polls show him lagging
President Trump is changing his message on the coronavirus pandemic as polls show him lagging behind Joe Biden. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett joins CBSN with the latest. Source
Did a photograph posted on social media lead to a man’s death?
One week after Daniel Green posted an image on Instagram with his new, younger girlfriend, he was shot to death in his home by his ex-wife Source