Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin has been arrested and charged with third degree murder and manslaughter in the death of George Floyd. The case has triggered protests in cities across the country. Jeff Pegues reports. Source
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President Trump calls for an end to violent protests in Minnesota
President Trump has called for an end to the violence and looting occurring throughout Minneapolis, threatening military force. President Trump also announced Friday that the U.S. will no longer be a part of the World Health Organization. Ben Tracy reports. Source
CDC suggests coronavirus started spreading in the U.S. in January
The CDC is suggesting the coronavirus likely started spreading in the U.S. much earlier than it was detected. The U.S. death toll surpassed 102,000 on Friday, as many states began re-opening businesses. Mola Lenghi reports. Source
SpaceX rocket launch signals hope for the future during difficult times
The planned launch of SpaceX’s rocket this Saturday is more than just a feat of scientific achievement. To some, like Itza Rodriguez, the launch serves as a metaphor for perseverance during these difficult times. Steve Hartman reports in this week’s “On the Road.” Source
Trump calls George Floyd’s death a “terrible thing”
The president said he did not know the history behind his statement that “looting leads to shooting.” Source
SpaceX launch still a beacon of hope for this engineer
“The world is going through this horrible situation,” Itza Rodriguez said. “A lot of people are getting affected. But if you go down, it’s OK. Get up and start all over again.” Source
Trump and Biden speak about George Floyd’s death as former officer is charged
President Trump and Joe Biden have both spoken out about the death of Minneapolis man George Floyd and the protests that followed, as a police officer was charged in Floyd’s death. CBS News’ Nikole Killion has more on the reaction, and political analysts Joel Payne and Joseph Pinion join CBSN to discuss the impact the case could have on the 2020 presidential campaign. Source
George Floyd protests spread coast to coast
The killing of George Floyd and other black men at the hands of police has protestors taking to the streets nationwide. Demonstrations have largely been peaceful, but at least one state saw deadly violence. Adriana Diaz reports. Source
George Floyd’s death raises concerns about life as a black male in America
George Floyd’s death at the hands of police in Minneapolis is fueling a nationwide conversation on what it’s like to live in America as a black male. James Brown and Alvin Patrick report. Source
Massive mural honors immigrant frontline workers in NYC
Dr. Ydelfonso Decoo, an immigrant who lived in Washington Heights, gave up his potential retirement — and ultimately his life — to help in the fight against the virus. Source