Network says classic will return as streaming option with additional content putting its historical depictions of South and slavery in context. Source
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Eye Opener: George Floyd laid to rest in Houston
George Floyd was laid to rest in his hometown of Houston after his death sparked a national movement. Also, investigators say they have recovered human remains in the investigation for two missing Idaho children. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener. Your world in 90 seconds. Source
Watch live: House holds hearing on race and police brutality
George Floyd’s brother, civil rights leaders and law enforcement officials are among those testifying on racial profiling, police brutality and community trust. Source
“Cops” canceled in wake of George Floyd protests
Paramount Network pulls plug on controversial series, which has been under scrutiny for years. Source
Putin and the the 2020 presidential election – transcript
In this episode of “Intelligence Matters,” host Michael Morell speaks with Franklin Foer, journalist and staff writer for The Atlantic, about U.S. preparedness for potential Russian election interference in 2020. Source
Counter-protesters mock George Floyd’s death and taunt protesters
One counter-demonstrator fired by FedEx, another suspended from prison guard job after videos show man kneeling on neck of man on ground. Source
Bachelor fans call for more diversity after 18 years
Rachel Lindsay, the first and only black bachelorette, is also calling for change. Source
Banksy weighs in on toppling of slave trader statue in England
He drew concept sketch of statue he’s proposing he says would commemorate “famous day” when statue of Edward Colston was pulled down by protesters. Source
George Floyd’s daughter to get full scholarship to Texas university
“This gesture cannot take the place of her dad’s loving presence, but we hope that it will contribute to easing her journey through life,” says TSU official Source
“Justice for All” — full CBS News special
As protests continue to grip the nation following the death of George Floyd, “CBS This Morning” co-host Gayle King anchors “Justice for All,” a one-hour primetime special that explores how this tragic confrontation ignited a movement demanding an end to the painful history of systemic racism and brutality in police departments across the country. Source