Health officials and police watchdog groups criticized the use of what is commonly considered “tear gas” on peaceful protesters in Washington, D.C. Experts say its use on civilians can lead to increased health risks, including coronavirus. Roxana Saberi looks at the history of the wartime chemical, and how it went from military weapon to commercial production. Source
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Nonprofit Sheridan Story helps feed Minneapolis after protests, unrest
Days after protests and fires ripped through Minneapolis, residents already impacted by the coronavirus pandemic’s lockdowns were left with nowhere to buy groceries. The Sheridan Story, a nonprofit focused on feeding kids throughout Minnesota during food gaps, sprung into action. The group partnered with a local middle school after a community member put a call out on social media to help feed their neighbors. Jamie Yuccas speaks to Rob Williams, the Sheridan Story’s founder and executive director. Source
Inside the little-known program at the center of the U.S. coronavirus response
The U.S. Digital Service is a little-known government program, but has been a crucial tool in the country’s COVID-19 response. Created under President Obama and embraced by the Trump administration, the service has embedded experts in technology throughout federal agencies. Major Garrett got a rare look at how the program works. Source
D.C. expects city’s largest protest since George Floyd’s death
Floyd will be honored in a memorial service Saturday in North Carolina, where he was born. Source
Support group “Witnessing Whiteness” confronts racism and white privilege
While this week has led many Americans to consider issues of race with a fresh urgency, one groundbreaking book is addressing the challenge of coming to grips with the reality of racism. “Witnessing Whiteness” has since inspired a workshop aimed at helping thousands of people look deep into themselves as they look to change the world around them and grapple with questions of white privilege and systemic racism. Michelle Miller speaks to group members to hear why they joined and how it’s helped. Source
Some police join marches, take a knee with protesters
As protests around the country highlighted tensions between police officers and communities of color, some pockets of the U.S. saw demonstrators and law enforcement join forces. Santa Cruz, California saw officers take a knee with protesters, while Camden, New Jersey police marched in lockstep with demonstrators. Jeff Glor looks at how some protests played out across the U.S. Source
Saturday Sessions: Mt. Joy performs “Death”
Mt. Joy founding members Matt Quinn and Sam Cooper knew each other as Philadelphia high school students, meeting up years later in Los Angeles to form the band. Their first hit, “Astrovan,” took off on Spotify before another song, “Silver Lining,” took the top spot on Billboard’s Adult Alternative Chart. They released their second album, “Rearrange Us,” in June. Mt. Joy joined “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to perform “Death.” Source
Saturday Sessions: Mt. Joy performs “My Vibe”
Mt. Joy founding members Matt Quinn and Sam Cooper knew each other as Philadelphia high school students, meeting up years later in Los Angeles to form the band. Their first hit, “Astrovan,” took off on Spotify before another song, “Silver Lining,” took the top spot on Billboard’s Adult Alternative Chart. They released their second album, “Rearrange Us,” in June. Mt. Joy joined “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to perform “My Vibe.” Source
Tropical Storm Cristobal heads toward U.S. Gulf Coast
The storm is expected to slowly strengthen until it makes landfall, expected Sunday night along the U.S. Gulf Coast. Source
Saturday Sessions: Mt. Joy performs “Strangers”
Mt. Joy founding members Matt Quinn and Sam Cooper knew each other as Philadelphia high school students, meeting up years later in Los Angeles to form the band. Their first hit, “Astrovan,” took off on Spotify before another song, “Silver Lining,” took the top spot on Billboard’s Adult Alternative Chart. They released their second album, “Rearrange Us,” in June. Mt. Joy joined “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to perform “Strangers.” Source