Emily Mae
Emily Mae Czachor is a reporter and news editor at CBSNews.com. Now based in New York, Emily Mae Czachor graduated from the University of Southern California in 2017 with a degree in journalism and a minor in law and public policy. She started her career in Los Angeles, where she reported on homelessness in Venice Beach and, later, worked a brief stint in local radio. Before coming to CBS News, Emily Mae covered entertainment and politics at outlets like the Los Angeles Times, BuzzFeed and Newsweek. Her reporting was cited in the Northwestern Law Review in 2021 and the Harvard Law Review in 2023. Major brands scaled back Pride campaigns in 2024. Here's why that matters. Some of the world's largest companies have toned down their Pride campaigns in the wake of last year's backlash against Target and Bud Light. Judge sets June 2025 trial date for suspect in Idaho college murders A judge on Thursday set a June 2025 start date for the trial of Bryan Kohberger, the suspect accused of murdering four Idaho college students in 2022. Alex Morgan left off USWNT's 2024 Paris Olympic roster U.S. soccer star Alex Morgan said she's disappointed that she was not included in the roster of players who will compete in the 2024 Olympics. Pictures show summer solstice 2024 at Stonehenge Every year, thousands of people flock to Stonehenge, a prehistoric monument in southern England, to celebrate the summer solstice. How did Juneteenth get its name? The story behind the holiday's title Juneteenth became federally recognized in the U.S. in 2021, but the origins of the holiday and its name date back more than 150 years. Atlantic season's first tropical storm, Alberto, takes aim at Mexico, Texas The center of Tropical Storm Alberto was likely to reach the Mexican Gulf Coast early Thursday, bringing heavy rainfall to portions of Mexico and Texas. NASA rover discovers boulder "never observed before" on Mars NASA's Perseverance rover discovered a mysterious boulder that stood out in a field of rocks while exploring a crater on Mars. Maps show where wildfires are spreading in California Maps show the expanse of the Post Fire near Gorman, the Sites Fire in Colusa County and other major blazes raging in California. Dog bitten by venomous snake at Connecticut state park rescued from mountain A dog suffered a venomous bite from a copperhead snake while on a hiking trail near New Haven, Connecticut. The animal is receiving medical treatment. Chef Gordon Ramsay reveals shocking bruise after cycling accident Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay revealed a startling bruise across his torso in a video where the chef said he was recently in a serious biking accident. Maps and photos show massive rainfall in Florida A relentless string of powerful storms soaked much of South Florida this week. Woman dies while hiking in Colorado, prompting heat warning from officials A 54-year-old woman collapsed and died Monday while hiking at Colorado National Monument, officials said, as the region experiences a heat wave. "Once-in-a-lifetime" cosmic explosion is likely this summer, NASA says A dramatic cosmic explosion is expected this summer. NASA says the event will be visible to even the naked eye. Missouri executes inmate David Hosier after governor denied clemency Missouri carried out its second execution this year on Tuesday. The condemned inmate David Hosier was sentenced to death for two murders. Dangerous heat could break temperature records again this week across U.S. More than 20 million people were under weather advisories for extreme heat as forecasts predicted another week of soaring temperatures. Show More
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The Daily's Verdict
This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.
Bias
95%
Examples:
- Gov. Mike Parson said Hosier, with a decades-long history of violence against women, would not let Angela reconcile with Rodney, stalking and harassing her for weeks before murdering her and her husband.
- The author displays no remorse for his senseless violence.
- The author repeats the prosecution's argument that Hosier killed 'in a jealous rage'
Conflicts of Interest
100%
Examples:
- Missouri executes inmate Brian Dorsey
- Parson's office said Hosier, with a decades-long history of violence against women, would not let Angela reconcile with Rodney, stalking and harassing her for weeks before murdering her and her husband.
- The author repeats the prosecution's argument that Hosier killed 'in a jealous rage'
Contradictions
90%
Examples:
- High-profile anti-LGBTQ consumer boycotts left corporations little time to reconsider long-planned marketing campaigns for Pride Month.
- Pride month in 2024 saw fewer companies publicly supporting LGBTQ causes and making rainbow-themed merchandise compared to the previous year.
Deceptions
5%
Examples:
- Alabama executed death row inmate Jamie Ray Mills on Thursday, marking the state's first execution since Kenneth Smith was put to death using nitrogen hypoxia in January.
- In court filings, prosecutors said Jamie Mills and his wife had plotted to steal money and prescription pills from the Hills after killing them. They described the murders as brutal executions, carried out using 'a machete, tire tool and ball-peen hammer.'
- JoAnn Mills originally suggested to authorities that Howe had planted the murder weapons in the trunk of her and her husband’s car in an attempt to frame them for killing the Hills.
- Ultimately, though, she became the prosecution's key witness as they sought to convict Jamie Mills for the crimes.
Recent Articles
Rainbow Washing or Sincere Support: Analyzing the Shift in Corporate Pride Month Efforts Amidst Controversy
Broke On: Wednesday, 26 June 2024In 2024, some companies scaled back their Pride Month support due to conservative backlash and consumer boycotts, raising questions about sincerity and the impact on diversity initiatives. The term 'rainbow washing' refers to insincere corporate advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights, which may carnivalize the community and distract from serious issues. 
2024 Summer Solstice: Historic Longest Day with a Rare Strawberry Moon and Global Celebrations
Broke On: Thursday, 20 June 2024The 2024 summer solstice on June 20 marks the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere, with significant historical and cultural significance. This astronomical event falls at approximately 3:50 p.m. CT in Chicago and is followed by a historic strawberry moon on June 21. Stonehenge remains a popular site for celebrations, while many people reflect on progress towards goals set during the winter solstice. 
Juneteenth: Celebrating the End of Slavery Two Years Late and the Significance of Freedom Day
Broke On: Wednesday, 19 June 2024Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19, marks the end of slavery in the US when Union soldiers announced freedom in Texas in 1865. Observed annually with cookouts and reflection, it became a federal holiday in 2021. Regional traditions include red food symbolizing bloodshed and sacrifice. 
Newly Discovered Anorthosite Boulder, Atoko Point, on Mars: A Potential Piece of Martian History
Broke On: Saturday, 15 June 2024NASA's Perseverance rover discovered a unique boulder named Atoko Point during its exploration of Mars' Jezero Crater. The light-toned, 18-inch wide and 14-inch tall boulder, located in Neretva Vallis, is primarily composed of pyroxene and feldspar. Scientists believe it may be an anorthosite, a rock type never seen on Mars before. Its discovery could provide insights into Mars' geology and potential similarities to Earth. 
Business Owner in Naples, Florida Shares Experience Amidst Historic Flooding: 'I've Never Seen Rain Like This'
Broke On: Thursday, 13 June 2024Heavy rain in Naples, Florida caused significant flooding, forcing business closures and displacing residents. Frederick Blaze of Blaze Interiors shared his experience of losing a week's worth of business due to the floodwaters reaching his showroom and warehouse. The region is known for its vulnerability to flooding, with areas such as Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Hialeah, Aventura, and Doral also under flash flood warnings. Florida declared a state of emergency due to the ongoing flooding and the National Weather Service warned that even smaller amounts of precipitation could trigger more flash floods. 
Record-Breaking Heat Wave to Impact 260 Million People in the US: Temperatures Expected to Reach Over 100°F for Several Weeks
Broke On: Friday, 14 June 2024A prolonged heat wave, expected to affect over 260 million people in the US, is set to begin on Sunday. With temperatures predicted to reach or exceed 90°F for major cities like Chicago, Washington D.C., and New York City, the heat wave is anticipated to last several weeks. Simultaneously, a powerful heat dome will affect the East and the Atlantic hurricane season may awaken with a medium chance of a tropical depression forming in the Bay of Campeche. The first heat wave of the summer will feel particularly intense due to little overnight relief and potential triple-digit heat index. 
Upcoming Nova Explosion in T Coronae Borealis: A Rare Cosmic Event Visible from Earth
Broke On: Thursday, 13 June 2024Astronomers anticipate a rare nova explosion in the star system T Coronae Borealis (T CrB), located within the Corona Borealis constellation and approximately 3,000 light years away from Earth. The white dwarf and aging red giant in this system undergo constant gravitational interaction, leading to instability and a first nova explosion in over 75 years. Expected to reach a magnitude of 2 for several days, the event is anticipated between now and September. 
David Hosier Executed for 2009 Murders of Angela and Rodney Gilpin: Last Words Quote New Testament
Broke On: Tuesday, 01 September 2009On June 11, 2024, in Bonne Terre, Missouri, David R. Hosier was executed for the murders of Angela and Rodney Gilpin (September 2009, Jefferson City). His last words were from the New Testament before receiving a lethal dose of pentobarbital at Eastern Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center. 
Missouri Man David Hosier, Scheduled for Execution in 2024, Maintains Innocence in 2009 Double Murder: Lack of Forensic Evidence and Criminal Record
Broke On: Monday, 10 June 2024Missouri man David Hosier, scheduled for execution on June 11, 2024, for the 2009 double murder of Angela and Rodney Gilpin, maintains his innocence despite rejected appeals and clemency petition denial. Despite a criminal record and ownership of firearms at the time of the murders, Hosier plans to thank his spiritual adviser for support. 
First Use of Nitrogen Gas Execution in Alabama: The Tragic Tale of Floyd and Vera Hill's Murders and Jamie Ray Mills' Conviction
Broke On: Thursday, 30 May 2024In Guin, Alabama, in 2004, Jamie Ray Mills was executed for brutally murdering elderly residents Floyd and Vera Hill during a robbery. Despite his protests of innocence and incriminating evidence found in his possession, he was convicted of capital murder.