Woman recounts sex assault after man was given access to her hotel room
Cheri Marchionda was traveling alone for work when a man was given a key to her room at an Iowa Embassy Suites hotel without having to verify his identity
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Virginia Lt. Gov. accused of sexual assault
A second woman is now accusing Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax of sexual assault as scandal consumes the state's government. The woman claims Fairfax raped her in 2000 when they were college students, a claim he denies. Nikole Killion reports.
Sierra Leone declares national emergency over rape
President says hundreds of cases of rape and sexual assault are reported each month against women, girls and babies
State opposes Hacienda facility closure
The Arizona Department of Health Services has denied Hacienda HealthCare's plan to close a facility where an incapacitated patient was raped. The state gave the facility until 4 p.m. Friday to make a new plan, before coming in and taking over the operation. CBS Phoenix affiliate KPHO-TV's reporter Briana Whitney joins CBSN with more on the decision.
Hacienda closing unit where woman was raped and gave birth
Intermediate care unit at the Phoenix facility where incapacitated woman unexpectedly gave birth will shut down; remaining patients will be relocated
Arizona nurse pleads not guilty to assault
Nathan Sutherland, the nurse charged with raping an incapacitated woman at an Arizona long-term care facility, has pleaded not guilty. The patient unexpectedly gave birth in December, prompting an investigation. CBS News' Hilary Lane reports
Liam Neeson under fire for comments on race and revenge
Liam Neeson admits in an interview he once had violent thoughts about killing a black person after learning that someone close to him had been raped
Nurse indicted on charges of raping incapacitated woman
Nathan Sutherland is expected to enter a plea to the charges at an arraignment hearing next week
Hacienda nurse charged with sexual assault
A licensed practical nurse, who was in charge of caring for a patient with severe disabilities, is now accused of raping her. The patient at Hacienda HealthCare in Phoenix gave birth to a baby boy nearly four weeks ago. Investigators arrested 36-year-old Nathan Sutherland Tuesday and charged him with sexual assault and vulnerable adult abuse. Carter Evans reports.
Rape suspect "fooled everybody," says mom of another patient
"He was very loving, very compassionate. Or he pretended to be. And I really trusted him"
Chris Brown released after rape complaint
American singer Chris Brown was released after being detained in Paris over allegations of aggravated rape and drug offenses, judicial sources confirmed to CBS News on Tuesday. The sources said Brown and two others were released from custody, and the public prosecutor will continue investigating the complaints, which Brown denies.
Chris Brown released after Paris rape complaint, denies allegation
The American star has a long history of violence, including a felony conviction for 2009 assault on then-girlfriend Rihanna
Chris Brown accused of rape in Paris
Singer Chris Brown is facing possible rape and drug-related charges in Paris after a woman filed a complaint against him and two others. CBS News' Elaine Cobbe has more details on what his accuser says happened.
Disabled woman raped at FL health care facility
The family of a 23-year-old "non-verbal, immobile" woman is suing a Florida health care facility, charging she was raped and impregnated while living there. But authorities say they haven't been able to find DNA evidence of a pregnancy.
Probe into Hacienda HealthCare rape case
A former top prosecutor in Phoenix will investigate what happened at a long-term care center where a patient in a vegetative state gave birth. Hacienda HealthCare hired former Maricopa County Prosecutor Rick Romley to lead an internal investigation into the facility. Phoenix police also launched a criminal investigation into who raped the female patient last year. Mireya Villarreal reports.
Groveland Four granted pardons
On Friday, Florida's governor and clemency board granted pardons to four black men. They were accused of rape in a case now seen as a shameful example of racial injustice. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Four black men pardoned decades after false rape claim
It took 70 years for the men to get justice after a white woman claimed they raped her in 1949
Florida pardons four in 1949 rape case
CBS News correspondent Manuel Bojorquez joins CBSN to discuss the Florida Clemency Board's decision to pardon the so-called Groveland Four. They were four African-American men accused of raping a white woman in 1949 and convicted by an all-white jury.
Vegas police seek Ronaldo's DNA in rape investigation
A Nevada woman claims that the international soccer star raped her in his Las Vegas hotel penthouse in 2009
Fingerprint ID's suspect in 1999 child kidnap
Pennsylvania State Police arrested 50-year-old Maryland man Timothy David Nelson, Jr. Tuesday and charged him in the 1999 kidnapping and rape of a 10-year-old Pennsylvania girl who was abducted while playing with friends. Police say a fingerprint match led to the arrest and DNA has also linked Nelson to two other similar decades-old crimes.
Disgraced director thanks Golden Globes for award
Stars and critics have taken issue with "Bohemian Rhapsody" director Bryan Singer, who welcomed a Golden Globe win on Instagram
Harvey Weinstein sex assault case can move forward, judge rules
Weinstein's lawyer, Benjamin Brafman, claims the rape case was "irreparably tainted" by alleged police misconduct
Former Baylor frat president avoids jail time
A victim says she's "devastated" after a controversial plea bargain in an alleged rape case. Jacob Anderson, a former fraternity president at Baylor University, was accused of raping a teenage sophmore in 2016. He will avoid jail time after pleading to a lesser charge of unlawful restraint in a deal approved by a judge who has allowed light sentences in other cases involving sexual assault allegations. Omar Villafranca reports.
Former student accused of rape avoids jail
A former fraternity president at Baylor University accused of rape will avoid time in jail under a plea deal. But his accuser said prosecutors negotiated the deal without consulting her. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca reports.
Number of women killed by homicide grew by 21 percent, says new study
The number of women slain in 2016 was the highest since 2007, according to report
Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship, striking down Trump's order
The Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down President Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship.
How the Supreme Court ruled on Trump's agenda this term
The court's decisions cemented Mr. Trump's authority over vast swathes of the government, while delivering significant setbacks to his agenda in other areas.
Details emerge of Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce wedding events at MSG
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding plans include a rehearsal dinner and a late-night celebration at Madison Square Garden in New York City, according to sources familiar with the security planning.
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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.
House GOP agenda stalls over holdouts' insistence on SAVE America Act
The holdouts blocked Speaker Mike Johnson's plan to merge the SAVE America Act with the annual defense policy bill before sending it over to the Senate.
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.
LeBron James to leave Lakers, play elsewhere in 24th NBA season
James, 41, played eight seasons with the Lakers and led the franchise to its 17th NBA championship in the 2019-2020 season.
House sinks Rep. Rashida Tlaib's second war powers resolution on Lebanon
The House voted Tuesday on an updated version of the measure after Democratic leaders opposed the original language.
Rescuers cling to hope for survivors 6 days after Venezuela earthquakes
The earthquakes that hit Venezuela 6 days ago may have damaged or destroyed 58,000 buildings, NASA says, as rescuers race the clock to find survivors.
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House GOP agenda stalls over holdouts' insistence on SAVE America Act
The holdouts blocked Speaker Mike Johnson's plan to merge the SAVE America Act with the annual defense policy bill before sending it over to the Senate.
How the Supreme Court ruled on Trump's agenda this term
The court's decisions cemented Mr. Trump's authority over vast swathes of the government, while delivering significant setbacks to his agenda in other areas.
Consumers need protection from AI agents, lawmaker says
Sen. Mark Warner wants to create a federal registry of trusted AI agents and ensure autonomous bots operate like fiduciaries.
Details emerge of Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce wedding events at MSG
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding plans include a rehearsal dinner and a late-night celebration at Madison Square Garden in New York City, according to sources familiar with the security planning.
Egg producers reach federal and state settlement after price-fixing probe
Three U.S. egg producers will be required to provide 53 million eggs to food banks and to pay a $3.3 million financial penalty.
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Consumers need protection from AI agents, lawmaker says
Sen. Mark Warner wants to create a federal registry of trusted AI agents and ensure autonomous bots operate like fiduciaries.
Egg producers reach federal and state settlement after price-fixing probe
Three U.S. egg producers will be required to provide 53 million eggs to food banks and to pay a $3.3 million financial penalty.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wedding rumors fuel big bets on prediction markets
The impending wedding of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce has already generated more than $4.5 million in wagers, according to Kalshi.
Less than 40% of U.S. households can afford a starter home, study finds
The typical non-homeowner household earns about $7,000 less than what's needed to buy an entry-level home, according to LendingTree.
AI could make people dull, one scientist fears. Here's why.
AI tends to "play it safe within a user's preferences," nudging people toward more conventional choices, according to computational social scientist Sandra Matz.
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House GOP agenda stalls over holdouts' insistence on SAVE America Act
The holdouts blocked Speaker Mike Johnson's plan to merge the SAVE America Act with the annual defense policy bill before sending it over to the Senate.
How the Supreme Court ruled on Trump's agenda this term
The court's decisions cemented Mr. Trump's authority over vast swathes of the government, while delivering significant setbacks to his agenda in other areas.
House sinks Rep. Rashida Tlaib's second war powers resolution on Lebanon
The House voted Tuesday on an updated version of the measure after Democratic leaders opposed the original language.
Supreme Court says nation's top copyright official can keep job for now
The Supreme Court on Tuesday said it won't allow President Trump to remove the nation's top copyright official.
Supreme Court takes up challenges to AR-15 bans
The Supreme Court agreed to take up challenges to so-called assault-weapons bans in Cook County, Illinois, and Connecticut.
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What is the viral trend looksmaxxing?
Looksmaxxing is a viral and controversial trend that encourages young men to maximize their appearance. Adam Yamaguchi shows why it's resonating with some people.
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.
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U.S. announces new bank alert targeting powerful drug cartel
Two men and nine companies are accused of being tied to a cartel-linked fuel theft ring intended to evade taxes while generating tens of millions of dollars annually.
House sinks Rep. Rashida Tlaib's second war powers resolution on Lebanon
The House voted Tuesday on an updated version of the measure after Democratic leaders opposed the original language.
Arrests made after bomb attack targets reporter threatened by mafia
Sigfrido Ranucci had just returned home at the time of the explosion, and his daughter had walked by a half-hour before, his employer said.
Rescuers cling to hope for survivors 6 days after Venezuela earthquakes
The earthquakes that hit Venezuela 6 days ago may have damaged or destroyed 58,000 buildings, NASA says, as rescuers race the clock to find survivors.
Prince Harry "exploring every option" to bring family on U.K. visit
Prince Harry's request for taxpayer-funded police protection during a visit home this summer was reportedly rejected by U.K. authorities.
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Taylor Swift's history with MSG, from talent competition to wedding bash
Taylor Swift has had a decadeslong history with Madison Square Garden, performing there as early as 2003 and even celebrating her 30th birthday at the venue.
Clues at MSG fuel Swift-Kelce wedding rumors
Crews were seen unloading covered equipment from trucks into Madison Square Garden on Tuesday, fueling rumors that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce could be holding their wedding there this weekend.
Details emerge of Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce wedding events at MSG
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding plans include a rehearsal dinner and a late-night celebration at Madison Square Garden in New York City, according to sources familiar with the security planning.
Tidal to label AI-generated music
Music streaming service Tidal has launched a new policy that will flag any music detected as being fully-generated by AI. Tony Gervino, executive vice president and editor-in-chief of Tidal, joins CBS News to discuss.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wedding rumors fuel big bets on prediction markets
The impending wedding of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce has already generated more than $4.5 million in wagers, according to Kalshi.
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Consumers need protection from AI agents, lawmaker says
Sen. Mark Warner wants to create a federal registry of trusted AI agents and ensure autonomous bots operate like fiduciaries.
AI could make people dull, one scientist fears. Here's why.
AI tends to "play it safe within a user's preferences," nudging people toward more conventional choices, according to computational social scientist Sandra Matz.
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.
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.
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NASA strives to save doomed telescope
NASA is in a race against time as the Swift Observatory telescope in orbit sinks closer to Earth. CBS News consultant William Harwood explains the $30 million salvage operation.
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.
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U.S. announces new bank alert targeting powerful drug cartel
Two men and nine companies are accused of being tied to a cartel-linked fuel theft ring intended to evade taxes while generating tens of millions of dollars annually.
Suspect in D.C. Israeli murders back in court
The man accused of killing two Israeli embassy staffers in Washington, D.C., is back in court today. CBS News crime and public safety unit's senior coordinating producer Anna Schecter has more on the case.
Arrests made after bomb attack targets reporter threatened by mafia
Sigfrido Ranucci had just returned home at the time of the explosion, and his daughter had walked by a half-hour before, his employer said.
Over half a million dollars stolen from ATMs in "jackpotting" scheme
Four men are accused of stealing more than half a million dollars from ATMs in Connecticut, in a "jackpotting scheme," authorities said.
Monaco attack injures at least 3
Officials say a bomb went off at a residential building in Monaco, leaving at least three people injured, including a Ukrainian businessman. Chris Livesay reports.
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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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Is the birthright citizenship fight over?
The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 against President Trump's executive order to get rid of birthright citizenship. Professor Bill Ong Hing, a founding director of the Immigration and Deportation Defense Clinic at the University of San Francisco, joins with more.
Breaking down birthright citizenship ruling
The Supreme Court ruled Tuesday against President Trump's attempt to ban birthright citizenship. CBS News' Weijia Jiang and legal contributor Jan Levinson have more.
Clues at MSG fuel Swift-Kelce wedding rumors
Crews were seen unloading covered equipment from trucks into Madison Square Garden on Tuesday, fueling rumors that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce could be holding their wedding there this weekend.
Tidal to label AI-generated music
Music streaming service Tidal has launched a new policy that will flag any music detected as being fully-generated by AI. Tony Gervino, executive vice president and editor-in-chief of Tidal, joins CBS News to discuss.