Justice Dept Report Alleges Phoenix Police Discriminate, Use Excessive Force | Amazon Books Editors Reveal Best Books So Far of 2024

The 126-page Justice Department report alleges the Phoenix Police Department engaged "in a pattern or practice" of discriminating against Black, Hispanic and Native Americans, using "excessive force, including unjustified deadly force," violating free speech rights and unlawfully detaining homeless people. The Phoenix police union rejected the report.

The H5N1 virus has infected dairy cows and humans in 12 states. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains the latest government information, clarifies the threat level and discusses whether the virus could become a pandemic.

The families of Sandy Hook shooting victims could soon be closer to getting financial compensation from Alex Jones, the Infowars host and conspiracy theorist who called the 2012 mass shooting a hoax. The families sued Jones and won $1.5 billion. Jones then filed for bankruptcy, but today, a judge will decide if he can liquidate his assets to pay.

Amazon's editors announce their favorite books published from January to June 2024, featuring a Top 20 list and various category lists.

Legendary alternative rock band R.E.M. surprised fans with an acoustic rendition of "Losing My Religion" at their Songwriters Hall of Fame induction, marking their first public performance together since 2007.

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