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Roald Dahl books get some controversial revisions related to race, gender and other issues

The latest edition of Roald Dahl's children's books include some revisions in the way they refer to race, gender, weight and other issues. The publisher says it's an effort to ensure the books "continue to be enjoyed by all today," but critics are sounding the alarm about censorship. Professor Roy Gutterman, director of the Newhouse School's Tully Center for Free Speech at Syracuse University College of Law, joins CBS News' John Dickerson to discuss.

The HistoryMakers: Documenting Black history through first-person accounts | 60 Minutes

Julieanna Richardson’s organization is documenting the breadth of the Blackexperience in America, one story at a time.

5 people shot, one fatally along Mardi Gras parade route, police say

Three males and two females were hit and one of the males succumbed to his wounds, police said, adding that one person was detained at the scene in connection with the gunfire.

Electricity, heat and water under attack in Ukraine | 60 Minutes

Scott Pelley reports from Ukraine, where he met a resilient and defiant population undeterred by Russia’s attacks.

CBS Weekend News, February 19, 2023

Former President Jimmy Carter honored in his hometown; Acting FAA administrator calls for aviation safety review following Senate panel grilling

Finnish Prime Minister Sanna Marin: The 60 Minutes Interview

One of the youngest heads of government in the world, Sanna Marin, talks about her tough stance on Putin, Finland’s application for NATO, and her critics.

"CBS Weekend News" headlines for Sunday, February 19, 2023

Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Weekend News" hosted by Jericka Duncan.

DA charges man for fatally shooting Temple police officer

The suspect, 18-year-old Miles Pfeffer, was arrested in Buckingham Township, Bucks County.

Catholic bishop shot and killed in Los Angeles County

Authorities have not said whether the bishop was targeted in the shooting or if his religion was a factor in the killing.

2/19/2023: Candles Against the Darkness, Prime Minister Marin, The HistoryMakers

Electricity, heat and water under attack in Ukraine; Sanna Marin: Finland’s millennial prime minister; The HistoryMakers: Documenting Black history through first-person accounts.