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Former Ambassador to Ukraine William Taylor on "The Takeout" - 5/06/2022

Former Ambassador to Ukraine William Taylor discusses the political history of Ukraine and what it was like seeing Volodymyr Zelenskyy's leadership emerge throughout his presidency. Taylor talks with CBS News' Major Garrett about Vladimir Putin's "blunders" during Russia's invasion and the hope he has for Ukraine to stand firm through this next phase of war. Taylor also talks about the international response and the prospect of prosecuting war crimes.

“Never Seen Again” | Exclusive First Look At Series Premiere

Renowned filmmaker Tyler Perry becomes personally involved in a case that has sparked outrage, when 27-year old Terrance Williams disappears after he was last seen getting into the back of a police car in Naples, Florida. The cop denies any wrongdoing or knowledge of the young man’s fate. Terrance’s mother receives a chilling phone call from another family with an eerily similar story. 30-part series coming soon to Paramount+.

“On the Road with Steve Hartman: Dear Mom”

Steve Hartman hosts a special 30-minute episode featuring stories that celebrate moms and maternal figures everywhere. In “On The Road: Dear Mom,” Hartman introduces us to a mother who gets a second chance at attending prom; a man who journeys thousands of miles to be reunited with his mother; the search for the world’s greatest mom, and more.

Trevor Project: 45% of LGBTQ youth considered suicide in 2021

According to a new survey from The Trevor Project, 45% of LGBTQ youth said they considered suicide in the last year, and the rate has increased for a third consecutive year. Amit Paley, the CEO and executive director of The Trevor Project, joins CBS News to discuss the findings.

Mom creates nonprofit to help military families

A military mom said she has faced hurdles in getting care for her daughter who is deaf and has Down syndrome. She's now trying to help other military families with complex medical needs. Norah O'Donnell has more.

Jobs report shows strong gains in April

The U.S. economy remains strong despite rising inflation. But not everyone is feeling the economic boom. Carter Evans reports.

Judge dismisses Trump lawsuit against Twitter

The former president, joined by five other plaintiffs, sued Twitter in July 2021, months after the social media giant permanently banned him from the platform.

April jobs report is "good news" for the economy

Wendy Edelberg, director of The Hamilton Project and senior fellow at Brookings, joins CBS News at the closing bell Friday to discuss what's driving the market. She also explains why she thinks the April jobs numbers are a good sign for the U.S. economy.

NHL official hit by glass panel mid-game after fans celebrated goal

The official, identified as Joe Foley, was taken away in a stretcher.

SpaceX capsule splashes down off Florida, bringing 4 astronauts home

The splashdown went to plan, marking the end of the crew's 176-day mission and the maiden voyage of the SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule.