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Dr. Jon LaPook gives keynote address at Harvard's School of Public Health

CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook gave the keynote address to Harvard's School of Public Health graduates who finished their studies during the pandemic. He told graduates that no matter what credentials they hold, kindness matters most: "Empathy is your superpower."

First-generation immigrant shares mental health struggles with viral TikTok video

Thea Pham shared a raw and personal TikTok video about her mental health struggles being a first-generation immigrant. Lilia Luciano spoke with Pham about how she is rewriting her story.

Bipartisan talks continue on gun legislation after school shooting

A bipartisan group of senators is discussing gun legislation after a school shooting last week in Uvalde, Texas. While some Republicans are signaling support, others are advocating for increased school safety. Nikole Killion reports.

How to negotiate increases in rent and navigate rising home prices

CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the housing affordability crisis, as home prices are up more than 34% over the last two years and rent has increased almost 17% from last year. Schlesinger offers advice for renters who may have a lease coming up soon and for home buyers who are trying to figure out what they can afford.

How a public health approach could curb gun violence, according to an epidemiologist

Dr. Celine Gounder, epidemiologist and editor-at-large for public health at Kaiser Health News, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the public health approach to gun violence. She discusses ways that we can help reduce mass shootings and help keep people safe.

Tributes pour in for "Goodfellas" star Ray Liotta

Tributes are pouring in for actor Ray Liotta, known for his roles in "Goodfellas" and "Field of Dreams." His publicist confirmed that the 67-year-old died on Thursday. Jamie Yuccas has more.

Rep. Michael Thompson on possible Congressional gun control legislation

Congressman Michael Thompson, the Chair of the House Gun Violence Prevention Task Force, joins "Red and Blue" to discuss new possible House measures on gun control, and why he is frustrated with some of his Republican colleagues.

CBS Evening News, May 31, 2022

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President Biden's possible options for taking action on guns

What possible actions are on the table for President Biden to address gun violence? CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joins "Red and Blue" to discuss this, plus rising inflation and record-high gas prices.

Former Trump adviser Peter Navarro says he has been subpoenaed by a grand jury

Former Trump White House Peter Navarro says he has been summoned to testify before a grand jury and turn over documents related to January 6. Navarro revealed the subpoena in a lawsuit filed against members of the committee investigating the Capital assault and Nancy Pelosi. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane discusses this development and more with CBS News' Nikole Killion.