Chris Mortensen, NFL reporter for ESPN, dies at age 72
Chris Mortensen, the award-winning journalist who covered the NFL for close to four decades, including 32 as a senior analyst at ESPN, died Sunday morning, ESPN confirmed.
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How retirement is keeping both Eli and Peyton Manning busy
"I didn't know a job existed where I could sit on my own couch, watch football and make fun of my brother, but I'm happy it does," Eli said.
Eli Manning retiring after 16 seasons
Manning will officially announce his retirement on Friday.
Drew Brees breaks Peyton Manning’s record
In this week's edition of Tuesday Morning Quarterback, James Brown, a CBS News special correspondent and the host of "The NFL Today," joined CBSN to discuss quarterbacks Drew Brees of the New Orleans Saints and Eli Manning of the New York Giants. Brown also discussed allegations of health care fraud within the NFL and Newtown's state high school championship win on the anniversary of the Sandy Hook massacre.
Drew Brees breaks NFL all-time passing yard record
Brees entered the game needing 201 yards for the record. He passed for 250 by halftime, completing 17 of 20 passes, including two TD tosses and no interceptions
Peyton Manning sells stake in Papa John's franchises
Former quarterback remains a spokesperson for the chain, which recently lost its role as corporate sponsor for the NFL
Peyton Manning's accuser speaks out on alleged sexual harassment
Manning, who was a 19-year-old All-American QB at the University of Tennessee at the time, maintains he was horsing around with a teammate
Peyton Manning accused
"Inside Edition" anchor Deborah Norville spoke with former athletic trainer Jamie Naughright who accuses retired NFL star Peyton Manning of inappropriate behavior as she treated him for an injury in 1996. The interview includes never-before-seen video of Manning's 2003 deposition responding to a defamation suit later brought by Naughright. Manning's attorney said in a statement: "Peyton Manning has been absolutely clear: Jamie Naughright's accusations are false." Norville joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss why Naughright's coming forward with the accusations.
Peyton Manning is not running for Corker's Senate seat
The former NFL star says he has "zero interest in being a politician"
NFL reveals results of Peyton Manning-HGH probe
The superstar quarterback has long since denied claims he cheated as a pro, calling charges of PED use "garbage"
Famous athletes' surprising college majors
You know all their high-flying plays and heart-stopping touchdowns. But do you know where they went to college or what they studied?
Video shows 4-year-old's tearful reaction to Manning retirement
The child drops to the floor from his car seat and crouches with his head in hands sobbing
Peyton Manning gave an emotional goodbye during a press conference announcing his retirement from the NFL
Peyton Manning gave an emotional goodbye during a press conference announcing his retirement from the NFL. Manning retires with multiple NFL records, but also amid several off-the-field controversies. The NFL Today Host James Brown joins CBSN to discuss.
James Brown, CBS News special correspondent and host of "NFL Today," discusses the 18-year career of Peyton Manning
James Brown, CBS News special correspondent and host of "NFL Today," discusses the 18-year career of Peyton Manning. Manning is going out on top after the Denver Broncos won the Super Bowl; but his final year was marred by some controversy.
Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning retired Monday after an 18-season run in the NFL
Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning retired Monday after an 18-season run in the NFL. Senior NFL writer for CBSsports.com Will Brinson joins CBSN with more details on Manning's emotional announcement.
Peyton Manning: "I fought a good fight"
Manning says tearful good-bye to NFL as its all-time leading passer and winningest starting quarterback
The NFL's all-time leading passer tearfully said good-bye to the NFL. Peyton Manning announced his retirement before an audience of reporters, Broncos officials and teammates
The NFL's all-time leading passer tearfully said good-bye to the NFL. Peyton Manning announced his retirement before an audience of reporters, Broncos officials and teammates. He played 18 years, winning two Super Bowls and five MVP awards.
Peyton Manning to retire a champion
NFL's all-time leading passer and winningest starting quarterback will reportedly make the decision official on Monday, forgoing $19 million salary
Amid Manning lawsuit fallout, Tenn. coaches push back
16 of the Volunteers' head coaches held a rare joint press conference to say there is not a "hostile sexual environment" at the school
A report in New York Daily News details the alleged 1996 incident involving Manning and a female athletic trainer
Super Bowl champion quarterback Peyton Manning faces new questions about an alleged sexual assault in college. A report in New York Daily News details the alleged 1996 incident involving Manning and a female athletic trainer. At the time, Manning was a star football player for the University of Tennessee. CBS Sports Network’s Dana Jacobson reports.
Peyton Manning cited in suit alleging "hostile sexual environment"
Lawsuit references one allegation involving Manning during his time as a star college quarterback at University of Tennessee
Peyton Manning talks Super Bowl 50 victory
Denver Broncos player is now the oldest starting quarterback ever to win a Super Bowl, 1st quarterback to win 200 career games and 1st in history to lead two different teams to the title
Peyton Manning's $13.9 million gift to Budweiser
Football star repeatedly name-dropped the beer after winning Super Bowl 50, but Bud insists it didn't pay for the TV plugs
Super Bowl 50 commercials: Winners and losers
Brands spent more than $300 million to reach the vast audience that tuned, but some scored more points than others
l. Manning joins “CBS This Morning” from Santa Clara, California, to discuss Sunday night’s win against the Carolina Panthers
Super Bowl 50 was a record-setting event for Peyton Manning. He is now the oldest starting quarterback ever to win a Super Bowl, the first quarterback to win 200 games in his career and the first in history to lead two different teams to victory in the Super Bowl. Manning joins “CBS This Morning” from Santa Clara, California, to discuss Sunday night’s win against the Carolina Panthers.
CBS News poll: Biden-Trump race tight in Michigan, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin
In Michigan, Wisconsin and Pennsylvania, both Biden and Trump elicit feelings of worry, anger and nostalgia, according to latest CBS News poll.
McConnell stands by past statement that ex-presidents are "not immune" from prosecution
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, in an interview with "Face the Nation," weighed in on Trump's broad immunity claims.
Dan Rather, at 92, on a life in news
It's been almost 20 years since Dan Rather signed off at the network where he spent 44 years covering wars, politics, and the assassination of JFK. But he has not retired from the life of a reporter.
Tornadoes leave a trail of destruction in Oklahoma, at least 2 killed
More than 100 tornadoes were detected in six states in the Midwest over the weekend.
Kate Hudson on her "Glorious" album
She made a name for herself as an Oscar-nominated actress in "Almost Famous." But music has always been in her blood, and now Kate Hudson is making a name for herself as a singer-songwriter, with her debut album, "Glorious."
Recreational boats to pass through Key Bridge collapse site Sunday
On Sunday, recreational boats will be able to pass through the Key Bridge collapse salvage during specific hours.
Hamas releases propaganda video of two hostages, including U.S. citizen
The hostages seen on the video were identified as Omri Miran and Keith Siegel by the campaign group the Hostages and Missing Families Forum.
White House Correspondents' Dinner overshadowed by protests
Mr. Biden, like most of his predecessors, used the glitzy annual White House Correspondents' Association banquet to jab at his rival, former President Donald Trump.
"Psychological autopsy" used to determine mindset of shooting victim
After a traditional autopsy, a coroner ruled Kristen Trickle died by suicide. But prosecutors in Kansas questioned if she could have fired the large-caliber revolver that killed her and ordered an autopsy of her mind.
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The history and spectacle of the Kentucky Derby
2024 marks the 150th running of the Kentucky Derby at Louisville's Churchill Downs, the longest continuously-held sporting event in America.
Churchill Downs president on steps taken to improve safety of horses, riders
An official at the home of the Kentucky Derby calls an independent investigation into horse racing fatalities "a wake-up call for the industry," and talks of initiatives to better protect equines and humans at the track.
Dan Rather, at 92, on a life in news
It's been almost 20 years since Dan Rather signed off at the network where he spent 44 years covering wars, politics, and the assassination of JFK. But he has not retired from the life of a reporter.
"The Demon of Unrest": Recounting the first shots of the Civil War
Author Erik Larson visits Fort Sumter in Charleston, S.C., where he discusses "the single most consequential day in American history."
CBS News poll: Biden-Trump race tight in Michigan, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin
In Michigan, Wisconsin and Pennsylvania, both Biden and Trump elicit feelings of worry, anger and nostalgia, according to latest CBS News poll.
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United Auto Workers reaches deal with Daimler Truck, averting potential strike
The union struck a four-year agreement with the German company on Friday evening, just before the expiration of the previous contract.
Intimacy coordinators are on the rise on film and TV sets. Here's what they do.
Intimacy coordination is a relatively new and growing field with movie and television productions required to make a good-faith effort to hire one if needed on set.
Possible TikTok ban leaves some small businesses concerned for their survival
Under the new law signed this week, ByteDance has nine to 12 months to sell the platform to an American owner, or TikTok faces being banned in the U.S.
Here's how much income it takes to be considered rich in your state
The income needed to join your state's top earners can vary considerably, from a low of $329,620 annually in West Virginia to $719,253 in Washington D.C.
Many Americans retire far earlier than expected — and not by choice
About 7 in 10 retirees stop working before they turned 65. For many of them, it was for reasons beyond their control.
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Transcript: UNICEF executive director Catherine Russell on "Face the Nation," April 28, 2024
The following is a transcript of an interview with UNICEF executive director Catherine Russell that aired on April 28, 2024.
Transcript: Rep. Summer Lee on "Face the Nation," April 28, 2024
The following is a transcript of an interview with Rep. Summer Lee, Democrat of Pennsylvania, that aired on April 28, 2024.
Transcript: University of Chicago professor Robert Pape on "Face the Nation," April 28, 2024
The following is a transcript of an interview with University of Chicago professor Robert Paper that aired on April 28, 2024.
Transcript: Hanna Siegel on "Face the Nation," April 28, 2024
The following is a transcript of an interview with Hanna Siegel, whose uncle Keith Siegel is being held hostage by Hamas, that aired on April 28, 2024.
McConnell stands by past statement that ex-presidents are "not immune" from prosecution
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, in an interview with "Face the Nation," weighed in on Trump's broad immunity claims.
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Pasteurization working to kill bird flu in milk, early FDA results find
Around 1 in 5 retail milk samples had tested positive for the bird flu virus, but further tests show it was not infectious.
Plans for menthol cigarette ban delayed due to "immense" feedback
The White House had been due to decide on the menthol cigarette rule in March.
Superbug from human eye drops outbreak spread to dogs
The discovery of drug-resistant bacteria in two dogs prompted a probe by the CDC and New Jersey health authorities.
"Vampire facials" at unlicensed spa infected 3 with HIV, CDC says
First known HIV cases from a nonsterile injection for cosmetic reasons highlights the risk of unlicensed providers.
Don't just track your steps: 4 health points to monitor on your smartwatch
Are you using your smartwatch to the fullest? Here are 4 metrics doctors say can be useful to track beyond your daily step count.
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World Central Kitchen resuming Gaza operations weeks after deadly strike
Nonprofit organization World Central Kitchen is set to resume its aid work in Gaza, weeks after seven aid workers were killed.
Hamas releases propaganda video of two hostages, including U.S. citizen
The hostages seen on the video were identified as Omri Miran and Keith Siegel by the campaign group the Hostages and Missing Families Forum.
Iraqi social media influencer shot dead in Baghdad
Iraqi authorities are investigating the killing of a well-known social media influencer Um Fahad who was shot by an armed motorcyclist in front of her home in central Baghdad.
Hamas is reviewing Israel cease-fire proposal
Hamas says it received the cease-fire proposal from Israel after a high-level Egyptian delegation wrapped up a visit to Israel.
Russia arrests another suspect in concert hall attack that killed 144
A Moscow court has detained another suspect as an accomplice in the attack by gunmen on a suburban Moscow concert hall in March.
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Passage: In memoriam
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who recently left us, including keyboardist Mike Pinder, of The Moody Blues.
Kate Hudson on her "Glorious" album
She made a name for herself as an Oscar-nominated actress in "Almost Famous." But music has always been in her blood, and now Kate Hudson is making a name for herself as a singer-songwriter, with her debut album, "Glorious."
Kate Hudson on her "Glorious" album
Kate Hudson made a name for herself as an Oscar-nominated actress in "Almost Famous." But music has always been in her blood, and now Hudson is making a name for herself as a singer-songwriter. She talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about her debut album, "Glorious," filled with her songs about life and love, and reveals the one song that truly rips her heart out.
Uncovering the artwork of Stanley Whitney
He's been painting for more than 50 years, but artist Stanley Whitney – whose bold, colorful canvases offer vibrant hues and deliberately ferocious brushstrokes – is just now getting his first major retrospective (including many works never before exhibited publicly), at the Buffalo AKG Art Museum in Buffalo, N.Y. Correspondent Alina Cho talks with Whitney about the breakthrough that came during his artistic journey.
The Book Report: Washington Post critic Ron Charles (April 28)
This month's fiction and non-fiction titles include the follow-up from Amor Towles, author of the international sensation, "A Gentleman in Moscow."
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Breakthrough AI tech speeding up MRI scans
NYU Langone Health and Meta have developed a new type of MRI that dramatically reduces the time needed to complete scans through artificial intelligence. CBS News correspondent Anne-Marie Green reports.
FCC votes to restore net neutrality
The Federal Communications Commission voted to adopt net neutrality regulations, a reversal from the policy adopted during former President Donald Trump's administration. Christopher Sprigman, a professor at the New York University School of Law, joins CBS News with more on the vote.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Don't just track your steps: 4 health points to monitor on your smartwatch
Are you using your smartwatch to the fullest? Here are 4 metrics doctors say can be useful to track beyond your daily step count.
Why the U.S. struggles to combat romance scams
Local and federal authorities face challenges in investigating and prosecuting romance scammers because the scammers are often based overseas. Jim Axelrod explains.
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Why bats are vital to the ecosystem
Bats have often been called scary and spooky but experts say they play an important role in our daily lives. CBS News' Danya Bacchus explains why the mammals are so vital to our ecosystem and the threats they're facing.
Doctor on lessons from Flint water crisis
Pediatrician Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha, whose work has spurred official action on the Flint water crisis, told CBS News that it's stunning that "we continue to use the bodies of our kids as detectors of environmental contamination." She discusses ways to support victims of the water crisis, the ongoing work of replacing the city's pipes and more in this extended interview.
Flint residents on 10 years of water crisis
Ten years ago, a water crisis began when Flint, Michigan, switched to the Flint River for its municipal water supply. The more corrosive water was not treated properly, allowing lead from pipes to leach into many homes. CBS News correspondent Ash-har Quraishi spoke with residents about what the past decade has been like.
Paving the way to a greener future
According to the University of California, Davis, residential energy use is responsible for 20% of total greenhouse gas emissions in the U.S. However, one company is helping residential buildings reduce their impact and putting carbon to use. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn shows how the process works.
Cicada noise in S.C. prompts calls to sheriff
Emerging cicadas are so loud in one South Carolina county that residents are calling the sheriff's office asking why they can hear a "noise in the air that sounds like a siren, or a whine, or a roar." CBS News' John Dickerson has details.
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"Psychological autopsy" used to determine mindset of shooting victim
After a traditional autopsy, a coroner ruled Kristen Trickle died by suicide. But prosecutors in Kansas questioned if she could have fired the large-caliber revolver that killed her and ordered an autopsy of her mind.
Poisoned cheesecake used as a weapon a first for NY investigators
Viktoria Nasyrova attempted to murder a woman with cheesecake. As one private investigator would find out, she had a list of alleged victims — including her ex-boyfriend's dog.
Dramatic video shows K9 deputies arrest double murder suspect
Angel Gabriel Cuz-Choc was found hiding in a wooded area after his girlfriend and her 4-year-old daughter were found dead in Florida.
K-9 deputies arrest man accused in double murders
Dramatic bodycam footage shows the moment Florida deputies and K-9 dogs close in on a double murder suspect hiding in a thickly wooded area.
"48 Hours" looks into Kristen Trickle's death
A new "48 Hours" investigation is looking into the death of a Kansas woman after she was found dying from a gunshot wound in 2019. The coroner initially ruled Kristen Trickle's death a suicide, but the local prosecutor said evidence on the scene didn't add up. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty has the story.
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Astronauts confident Boeing's Starliner is finally ready for crew flights
Astronauts Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams say they have complete confidence in the Starliner despite questions about Boeing's safety culture.
Man who hoped to be first Black astronaut in 1960s finally heading to space
In 1961, Ed Dwight was selected by President John F. Kennedy to enter an Air Force training program known as the path to NASA's Astronaut Corps. But he ultimately never made it to space.
Spacecraft spots "spiders" scattered across surface of Mars
The creepy patterns were observed by the European Space Agency's ExoMars Trace Gas Orbiter.
Veteran taikonaut, 2 rookies launched to Chinese space station
The Shenzhou 18 crew will replace three taikonauts aboard the Chinese space station who are wrapping up a six-month stay.
Distant spacecraft sends data to Earth for first time in 5 months
In November 2023, NASA's Voyager 1 spacecraft stopped sending "readable science and engineering data."
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
PHOTOS: Baltimore bridge collapses after cargo ship rams into overpass
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
Could an Alabama woman have shot herself twice?
When Tiffiney Crawford was found dead inside her van, authorities believed she might have taken her own life. But could she shoot herself twice in the head with her non-dominant hand?
CBS newsman Charles Osgood (1933-2024)
We look back at the life and career of the longtime host of "Sunday Morning," and "one of the most enduring and most endearing" people in broadcasting.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
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Hostage's niece says she worries about Netanyahu's "political interest"
Hanna Siegel, the niece of U.S.-Israeli Keith Siegel, who is being held hostage by Hamas, tells "Face the Nation" that while the Biden administration has shown an "unwavering and relentless commitment to my family the families of all the hostages," she worries that "it's arguably not in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's political interest to close a deal."
McConnell stands by past statements on immunity
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell tells "Face the Nation" that he stands by "everything" he said in the days and weeks after the Jan. 6 attack about former President Donald Trump's actions related to that day. "Obviously, it'll be up to the Supreme Court to decide whether I was correct," McConnell said.
Israeli strikes hit what is mostly a tent city in southern Gaza
Israeli strikes hit what is mostly a tent city in Rafah, where over half of Gaza's 2.3 million population are packed in against the Egyptian border, ahead of a possible invasion of the region. Debora Patta reports from Jerusalem.
Open: This is "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan"
This week on "Face the Nation," Hanna Siegel, the niece of American Keith Siegel, who is being held hostage by Hamas, joins Margaret Brennan one day after Hamas released a "proof of life" video featuring her uncle. Plus, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell says he stands by "everything" he said in the days and weeks after the Jan. 6 attack about former President Donald Trump's actions related to that day.
Here Comes the Sun: Steve Martin and more
Comedian Steve Martin and filmmaker Morgan Neville sit down with Tracy Smith to discuss their documentary “STEVE! (martin) a documentary in 2 pieces."" Then, Nancy Giles meets birder Christian Cooper in Central Park. “Here Comes the Sun” is a closer look at some of the people, places and things we bring you every week on “CBS Sunday Morning.”