Judge denies Alec Baldwin’s request to dismiss manslaughter charge in “Rust” shooting
A New Mexico judge on Friday denied a request from actor Alec Baldwin to dismiss an involuntary manslaughter charge brought against him in connection with the 2021 fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of the film “Rust.” Jonathan Vigliotti has details.
Cross restored to roof of Notre Dame cathedral over 5 years after fire
More than five years after Paris’ iconic Notre Dame cathedral was heavily damaged in a devastating fire, restorations reached a new milestone when a large cross was reinstalled to the cathedral’s roof this week. Elaine Cobbe visited an ironworks in Normandy that repaired the cross.
4 years after George Floyd’s death, Congress struggles with police reform
Four years after George Floyd’s murder, work on federal police reform legislation has halted almost entirely amid a partisan stall on Capitol Hill.
“CBS Weekend News” headlines for Saturday, May 25, 2024
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Weekend News” with Kristine Johnson.
Israeli military widens bombing campaign
The devastating increase in violence in the Gaza Strip has triggered a mass forced displacement of tens of thousands of Palestinians. Meanwhile, CBS News has learned negotiations to release hostages held by Hamas are expected to resume next week. Imtiaz Tyab has the latest.
TSA sets single-day record for number of travelers screened
More than 2.95 million travelers were screened at U.S. airports Friday, a new single-day record according to the Transportation Security Administration.
California group uses surfing to help veterans overcome trauma
Operation Surf, a California nonprofit, is using surfing to help veterans overcome emotional trauma after they leave the battlefield. Carter Evans has more.
Richard M. Sherman, prolific Disney songwriter, dies at 95
Richard M. Sherman and his brother penned instantly memorable songs for “Mary Poppins,” “The Jungle Book” and “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.”
Cross restored to Notre Dame cathedral more than 5 years after fire
The imposing cross, spanning 40 feet and weighing about 3,300 pounds, is the only element of the choir roof that resisted the flames.
Biden, Trump target battleground states
President Biden’s campaign has stepped up attacks on former President Donald Trump with a $14 million ad buy in battleground states. Trump, meanwhile, is making an appeal to Libertarian voters this weekend. Natalie Brand has more on the presidential race.
