May 13 Watch 4:41 Remembering the impact of Jason Collins, the NBA's first openly gay player By Amna Nawaz, Jackson Hudgins Jason Collins, a pioneer in the world of sports, has died. Collins was the first openly gay athlete to play in one of the four major American sports leagues. Tributes are pouring in for a man remembered as a beloved… Continue watching
May 13 Alex Murdaugh's murder convictions overturned in South Carolina Supreme Court ruling By Jeffrey Collins, Associated Press Prosecutors said they plan to retry disgraced lawyer Alex Murdaugh on murder charges in the shooting deaths of his wife and younger son after the state Supreme Court on Wednesday overturned his conviction and life sentence. Continue reading
May 12 Watch 5:18 Inflation could hit 4% next month and stay elevated for rest of year, economist warns By Geoff Bennett, Jackson Hudgins The latest inflation report shows price increases for American consumers in April hit a three-year high, driven by a spike in the cost of gasoline. The Consumer Price Index, which includes energy and food costs, rose 3.8% year-over-year, according to… Continue watching
May 12 Watch 9:19 Students question value of college as costs rise and AI reshapes jobs By Paul Solman, Ryan Connelly Holmes This season's college commencement celebrations come at a sobering moment. Students are facing steep loans and dicey job prospects, especially in the AI era. That's led many to question whether a college degree is worth it anymore. Paul Solman visited… Continue watching
May 12 Watch 4:31 Helen Zoe Veit and Amna Nawaz discuss picky eaters on 'Settle In' By Amna Nawaz, Mike Fritz How did American kids become such picky eaters? On our Settle In podcast, Amna Nawaz asked that question to author and historian Helen Zoe Veit. Her latest book is "Picky: How American Children Became the Fussiest Eaters in History."… Continue watching
May 12 Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke dies at 29 By Associated Press Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke has died, according to the team, his agency and the NBA. Continue reading
May 12 Trump's 'Golden Dome' estimated to cost $1.2 trillion, far more than initially said By Fatima Hussein, Associated Press President Donald Trump's plan to put weapons in space, called the “Golden Dome for America” missile defense program, is estimated to cost much more than he originally said. Continue reading
May 12 Trump and Xi appear intent on keeping Iran war from overshadowing China summit By Aamer Madhani, Associated Press The White House has set low expectations that Trump will be able to persuade Xi to change China's posture on Iran. Continue reading
May 12 Ship operator and employee charged in 2024 collapse of Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge By Michael Kunzelman, Ed White, Associated Press Prosecutors filed criminal charges against the operator of the ship that crashed into Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge leading to the deaths of six construction workers. Continue reading
May 12 How American kids became the pickiest eaters in history By Amna Nawaz It’s not just your kids. Author and historian Helen Zoe Veit’s latest book, , “Picky: How American Children Became the Fussiest Eaters in History,” explores how U.S. culture has shaped selective palates. In this episode of Settle In, she sat… Continue reading