In a 2005 court deposition the comedian testified he gave a sedative to at least one woman he wanted to have sex with
In a 2005 court deposition the comedian testified he gave a sedative to at least one woman he wanted to have sex with.
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Wisconsin governor explains his support for a bill that would ban abortions after 20 weeks of pregnancy
Gov. Scott Walker, R-Wisconsin, explains his support for a bill that would ban abortions after 20 weeks of pregnancy
There is disturbing new evidence of a backlog in rape investigations across the U.S.
"There is disturbing new evidence of a backlog in rape investigations across the U.S. There are more than 9,000 rape kits sitting in crime labs, waiting to be tested. Ilse Knecht, of the Joyful Heart Foundation talks to CBSN's Elaine Quijano. "
Jon Krakauer, author of best-sellers "Into Thin Air" and "Into the Wild," is shining light on rape in college towns including Missoula, Montana
Jon Krakauer, author of best-sellers "Into Thin Air" and "Into the Wild," is shining light on rape in college towns including Missoula, Montana. Krakauer joins the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts to discuss his latest book, "Missoula: Rape and the Justice System in a College Town."
Scott Pelley reads viewer mail on a 60 Minutes report about former Duke lacrosse coach Mike Pressler
Scott Pelley reads viewer mail on a 60 Minutes report about Mike Pressler, the former Duke lacrosse coach who was forced to resign during the 2006 Duke rape scandal.
In 2007, North Carolina's attorney general told 60 Minutes why rape charges never should have been brought against the Duke lacrosse players
In 2007, North Carolina's attorney general told 60 Minutes why rape charges never should have been brought against the Duke lacrosse players.
A suspected rapist is under arrest, accused of acting out scenes from the popular novel
A suspected rapist is under arrest, accused of acting out scenes from the popular novel. CBSN's Elaine Quijano has more.
During the 2015 Grammy Awards, President Obama spoke in a video, addressing two important issues: rape and domestic violence, and encouraged artists to take a stand
During the 2015 Grammy Awards, President Obama spoke in a video, addressing two important issues: rape and domestic violence, and encouraged artists to take a stand.
The defense argued that the men were too drunk to know what they were doing and blamed college culture
A jury in Nashville convicted Cory Batey and Brandon Vandenburg, two former Vanderbilt University football players, in just three hours. The defense argued that the men were too drunk to know what they were doing and blamed college culture. Gayle King reports.
Closing arguments are expected Monday in a rape trial of two former Vanderbilt football players
Closing arguments are expected Monday in a rape trial of two former Vanderbilt football players. Cory Batey and Brandon Vandenburg are accused of taking part in a gang rape at the elite university. As Julianna Goldman reports, this case is shining a harsh light on campus culture.
The alleged victim claims she was drugged at an Alpha Delta Phi party and has no memory of the alleged assault
The alleged victim claims she was drugged at an Alpha Delta Phi party and has no memory of the alleged assault. Police have appealed to other students who may have seen what happened. Anna Werner reports with the court documents that give new insight.
Comedian Bill Cosby has been taking his humor on the road for decades now
Comedian Bill Cosby has been taking his humor on the road for decades now. But his current tour comes against a backdrop of charges of sexual assault. Carter Evans reports on the continuing controversy.
Cosby heckled during show, jokes about allegations
Comedian Bill Cosby was heckled during a show on his Canadian tour Thursday night over rape allegations. He wraps up a three-night tour in Ontario, Canada. Vanita Nair reports on how Cosby may have crossed a line with one of his ad-libs.
Speaking out for the first time, Camille Cosby is defending her husband after renewed accusations of sexual assault surfaced against the comic
Speaking out for the first time, Camille Cosby is defending her husband after renewed accusations of sexual assault surfaced against the comic. Vinita Nair reports on why the timing of her forceful message is important.
There are new questions over the story of an alleged gang rape at the University of Virginia
There are new questions over the story of an alleged gang rape at the University of Virginia. The father of the alleged victim called "Jackie" is angry that Rolling Stone admitted mistakes in that article. Julianna Goldman reports from campus where one of Jackie's friends, Alex Pinkleton, is also criticizing the magazine and standing by her friend's story.
NPR correspondent David Folkenflik joins "CBS This Morning Saturday" to discuss the controversy
David Folkenflik, a National Public Radio correspondent who has covered the issue extensively and has spoken with the Rolling Stone UVA reporter, joins "CBS This Morning Saturday" to discuss the controversy.
All fraternity activities are on hold at University of Virginia until February
All fraternity activities are on hold at University of Virginia until February after a female student says she was gang-raped in a UVA fraternity house. Board members voted to enact a "zero tolerance" sexual assault policy at the university. Gayle King reports.
But a lot of his upcoming shows have been canceled
Bill Cosby performed for a sold-out crowd Friday night despite decades-old rape allegations coming to light. But a lot of his upcoming shows have been canceled, as 14 women have come forward with similar allegations against the comedian. Vinita Nair reports.
Cosby refuses to comment on any of the allegations
Cosby's lawyer blasted what he called "people coming out of the woodwork, with unsubstantiated or fabricated stories about my client." Cosby refuses to comment on any of the allegations. Gayle King reports.
Bill Cosby is facing growing rape allegations. A new accuser has come forward, and she claims the comedian drugged and attacked her twice when she was a teen
Bill Cosby is facing growing rape allegations. A new accuser has come forward, and she claims the comedian drugged and attacked her twice when she was a teen. CBS News correspondent Don Dahler joins "CBSN" to discuss how Cosby's lawyer is now backtracking.
Rape survivors face a long and painful recovery, with emotional as well as physical scars
Rape survivors face a long and painful recovery, with emotional as well as physical scars. As a CBS News investigation reveals, survivors are getting stuck with a bill. Kirs Van Cleave reports.
Angela Rose tells police about her ordeal in 911 call
The 17-year-old gives important details of her abductor and his car just moments after being set free.
Sexual assault on college campuses "is no longer something we as a nation can turn away from," says President Obama
Sexual assault on college campuses "is no longer something we as a nation can turn away from," says President Obama.
Undercover Colors, a nail polish with the ability to detect certain date rape drugs, is aiming to help fight the widespread problem of sexual assaults
Undercover Colors, a nail polish with the ability to detect certain date rape drugs, is aiming to help fight the widespread problem of sexual assaults in college communities. WWL’s Jaclyn Kelley reports.
"CBS This Morning" takes a look at some of the headlines from around the globe
"CBS This Morning" takes a look at some of the headlines from around the globe.
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U.S.-Iran peace efforts inch along, mired by Israel's fight with Hezbollah
A long-term U.S.-Iran peace deal may depend on a separate agreement between Israel and Lebanon. Analysts say that presents a problem.
Maps show heat dome forecast to scorch major U.S. cities this week
A heat wave will blast much of the eastern U.S. this week, and forecasters say temperatures will feel even hotter because of the high humidity that's arriving with it.
Ukrainian construction tycoon possibly targeted in Monaco explosion
French and Ukrainian media say an explosive device left in a Monaco apartment building seriously wounded construction magnate Vadym Iermolaiev and his wife.
Some Russian soldiers last just minutes on front lines, military bloggers say
Once Russian soldiers reach certain parts of the front lines of the war in Ukraine, they can expect to live an average of just 20 to 35 minutes, according to a grim estimate by Russian military bloggers.
This number helps explain why many Americans are down on the economy
American workers' share of the nation's income is at its lowest point in almost 80 years, as more of the economy's gains flow to corporations and investors.
Supreme Court expands presidential firing power, overturning 90-year-old ruling
The Supreme Court overturned a 90-year-old decision that allowed Congress to shield members of certain independent agencies from being fired by the president at will.
He dreamed of becoming a physician assistant. New loan rules may thwart him.
Starting July 1, the government will cap what graduate students may borrow in federal loans, forcing many toward private lenders with higher interest rates.
Democratic primaries in Colorado mark latest fight over party's direction
One week after Democratic insurgent victories in New York, the focus is now moving to Colorado, where challenges in a trio of races are threatening candidates backed by the party establishment.
CBS Chicago reporter, photographer attacked by 2 men
One of the men then smashed our photographer's camera while the other smashed the windshield of our news truck.
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GOP Rep. Tom Kean set to return to Congress today after mysterious illness
The New Jersey congressman missed more than 140 votes since March 5 as those around him declined to give specifics about his medical issue.
This number helps explain why many Americans are down on the economy
American workers' share of the nation's income is at its lowest point in almost 80 years, as more of the economy's gains flow to corporations and investors.
D.C.'s July 4th fireworks will have "TSA-style" security
This year's Fourth of July celebrations in D.C. — marking the nation's 250th birthday — will include hours of military flyovers and a massive fireworks display that could stretch late into the night.
Second Dan Sullivan can appear on Alaska Senate primary ballot, court rules
The Alaska Supreme Court ruled Monday that a man with the same name and party as Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan can challenge the sitting lawmaker in the state's Senate primary in August.
CBS Chicago journalists attacked by 3 men near Adler Planetarium
One of the men then smashed our photographer's camera while the other smashed the windshield of our news truck.
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He dreamed of becoming a physician assistant. New loan rules may thwart him.
Starting July 1, the government will cap what graduate students may borrow in federal loans, forcing many toward private lenders with higher interest rates.
This number helps explain why many Americans are down on the economy
American workers' share of the nation's income is at its lowest point in almost 80 years, as more of the economy's gains flow to corporations and investors.
Here's what to know about Medicare's new GLP-1 weight-loss drug program
For the first time, Medicare will cover GLP-1 drugs prescribed solely for weight loss for eligible beneficiaries at a $50 monthly copay.
Iran war has cost Americans $1,000 per household, economist estimates
The Iran war has significantly driven up the cost of fuel, airfare and other U.S. goods, according to Moody's Analytics chief economist Mark Zandi.
The Trump administration says SNAP is rife with fraud and waste. Is it?
The USDA says almost 11% of SNAP payments contain errors, almost double the threshold set by Congress. Here's what is going on.
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He dreamed of becoming a physician assistant. New loan rules may thwart him.
Starting July 1, the government will cap what graduate students may borrow in federal loans, forcing many toward private lenders with higher interest rates.
Democratic primaries in Colorado mark latest fight over party's direction
One week after Democratic insurgent victories in New York, the focus is now moving to Colorado, where challenges in a trio of races are threatening candidates backed by the party establishment.
GOP Rep. Tom Kean set to return to Congress today after mysterious illness
The New Jersey congressman missed more than 140 votes since March 5 as those around him declined to give specifics about his medical issue.
Colorado Supreme Court rejects efforts to put redistricting on the ballot
The Colorado Supreme Court on Monday delivered a death blow to ballot measures aimed at handing Democrats seven of Colorado's eight Congressional seats.
D.C.'s July 4th fireworks will have "TSA-style" security
This year's Fourth of July celebrations in D.C. — marking the nation's 250th birthday — will include hours of military flyovers and a massive fireworks display that could stretch late into the night.
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He dreamed of becoming a physician assistant. New loan rules may thwart him.
Starting July 1, the government will cap what graduate students may borrow in federal loans, forcing many toward private lenders with higher interest rates.
Here's what to know about Medicare's new GLP-1 weight-loss drug program
For the first time, Medicare will cover GLP-1 drugs prescribed solely for weight loss for eligible beneficiaries at a $50 monthly copay.
Former NFL star Chris Johnson says he's been diagnosed with ALS
Former NFL running back Chris Johnson announced that he was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in a "Good Morning America" interview.
Mom gets answers after fighting for diagnosis: "Something's wrong"
Michelle Williams struggled with high blood pressure and swelling for years before she was finally diagnosed with an unusual condition.
Internal emails show how RFK Jr.'s team sought to sway the CDC
A trove of emails offers a new look at how the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention navigated some of the most controversial decisions of President Trump's second term.
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Fossil found in drawer turns out to be first dinosaur bone from Antarctica
Dinosaur fossils are rare to find in Antarctica because of the unforgiving ice caps. But millions of years ago, the region was populated by lush forests.
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U.S.-Iran peace efforts inch along, mired by Israel's fight with Hezbollah
A long-term U.S.-Iran peace deal may depend on a separate agreement between Israel and Lebanon. Analysts say that presents a problem.
Body of suspected bear attack victim found on mountain
Fatal maulings in the last three months have jumped fivefold compared to last year, according to government data.
Ukrainian construction tycoon possibly targeted in Monaco explosion
French and Ukrainian media say an explosive device left in a Monaco apartment building seriously wounded construction magnate Vadym Iermolaiev and his wife.
Why some Europeans resist air conditioning amid deadly heat waves
Europe has the oldest population of any continent while also warming the fastest, leading to a dangerous and deadly situation.
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Taylor Swift wedding mystery deepens
Will Taylor Swift be marrying Travis Kelce this week at Madison Square Garden? Jericka Duncan reports.
Carl Rinsch sentenced to 2.5 years in prison for defrauding Netflix
According to prosecutors and testimony, Carl Rinsch told Netflix he needed $11 million to finish a show, but spent whopping sums on luxury cars, watches and other goods, including $638,000 on two mattresses.
Aide who planned JFK Jr.'s secret wedding weighs in on Swift-Kelce rumors
RoseMarie Terenzio, who was JFK Jr.'s former chief of staff and planned his secret wedding to Carolyn Bessette, said she doesn't think Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are getting married at Madison Square Garden.
Olivia Wilde, Edward Norton on "The Invite"
Olivia Wilde and Edward Norton, stars of "The Invite" preview the film, which explores the unraveling and evolution of two very different marriages over the course of an unforgettable evening. The two discuss if they brought any of their own experiences to the movie and Wilde, who also directed the film, shares why she was initially reluctant to star in it.
Preview of "The Angry Birds Movie 3"
"CBS Mornings" exclusively reveals the trailer for "The Angry Birds Movie 3." The film stars Jason Sudeikis and debuts in theaters on Dec. 23.
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U.S. eases restrictions on Mythos AI model
The Trump administration is allowing Anthropic to restore access to its Mythos 5 AI model for a select group of U.S. companies and federal agencies. New York Times tech reporter Sheera Frenkel joins CBS News to discuss.
How trains drove American history
The transcontinental railroad changed just about everything in America: transportation, communications, commerce, cities, politics, even our perception of time. Correspondent David Pogue visits Steamtown National Historic Site, in Scranton, Pa., home to Big Boy, the biggest functioning steam train in the world, to learn how trains helped define an expansive America.
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.
California creates AI job trend tracker
California now has the nation's first dashboard to publicly track artificial intelligence-related job trends, ones created and ones lost. As of now, early findings show no evidence of rising statewide unemployment from jobs exposed to AI. Till von Wachter, a faculty director of the California Policy Lab at UCLA, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Gadget prices have fallen for decades. Then AI happened.
The race to build AI data centers is leading to a global shortage of memory chips, driving up the cost of personal electronics.
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Fossil found in drawer turns out to be first dinosaur bone from Antarctica
Dinosaur fossils are rare to find in Antarctica because of the unforgiving ice caps. But millions of years ago, the region was populated by lush forests.
NASA prepares to launch rescue to save telescope from falling to Earth
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
Astronomers find 2 gigantic planets lighter than cotton candy
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
Ancient Egyptian burial site reveals centuries of changing traditions
Human and animal remains unearthed in Egypt's Nile Delta reveal changing funerary practices over some 600 years, and the evolution of a key site itself.
Telescope snaps most detailed photo yet of Milky Way's heart
Euclid is on a mission to chart one-third of the sky in the hopes of shedding light on the enduring mysteries of dark matter and dark energy.
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Carl Rinsch sentenced to 2.5 years in prison for defrauding Netflix
According to prosecutors and testimony, Carl Rinsch told Netflix he needed $11 million to finish a show, but spent whopping sums on luxury cars, watches and other goods, including $638,000 on two mattresses.
6 killed, suspect arrested in shooting at German youth center, police say
German police say a suspect was in custody and six were killed in a rare shooting that took place at a youth center in Stade, near Hamburg.
Alex Murdaugh to return to court
Alex Murdaugh is expected back in court in South Carolina on Monday for the first time since the state Supreme Court overturned his convictions for killing his son and wife. Skyler Henry reports.
Detective believes 6-year-old's mother was killed in next room while he slept
For most of his life, Reggie Reed has wondered who murdered his mother Selonia Reed decades ago in Hammond, Louisiana. A fresh look at the evidence ultimately implicated the man he called his "rock" — Reginald Reed Sr., the man who lovingly raised him.
Michigan parents charged with murder after boy found to be 250+ pounds
Two Flint Township, Michigan, parents, are facing several charges, including second-degree murder, in the death of their 7-year-old son, who was 255 pounds and abused and neglected, according to the Genesee County prosecutor.
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NASA prepares to launch rescue to save telescope from falling to Earth
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
Astronomers find 2 gigantic planets lighter than cotton candy
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
Telescope snaps most detailed photo yet of Milky Way's heart
Euclid is on a mission to chart one-third of the sky in the hopes of shedding light on the enduring mysteries of dark matter and dark energy.
Interstellar comet may be oldest object ever seen in solar system
Exactly where the comet 3I/ATLAS came from within the Milky Way remains a mystery.
Researchers find "Pink Planet" has salty clouds: "We were very surprised"
The "Pink Planet," formally known as GJ504b, was discovered in 2013 and is technically not a planet but rather a "planetary-mass companion."
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Celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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6/27: CBS Weekend News
High winds and heat are fueling Utah's out-of-control wildfires; Iranian drones target Bahrain after U.S. strikes Iran.
6/29: CBS Evening News
High winds and temps continue to fuel major wildfire in Utah; JetBlue flight reports collision with drone while landing at JFK.
Resort staffer on evacuation from wildfire
In southern Utah, the Cottonwood Fire tore through part of Eagle Point Resort, forcing it to close. Samantha Garcia, director of marketing for Eagle Point, joins CBS News to discuss.
NASA plans for daring telescope rescue
NASA will attempt a daring space rescue mission as soon as Tuesday morning to prevent an aging telescope from falling back to Earth. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
NYT reporting on Venezuela's emergency medical system
The back-to-back earthquakes in Venezuela last week knocked out power in two of the three public hospitals in the hard-hit coastal state of La Guaira, the director of the nonprofit "United Doctors of Venezuela" tells the New York Times. New York Times reporter Genevieve Glatsky joins CBS News to discuss.