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Officials monitoring air, water quality due to toxic materials from train derailment in Ohio; Delta Air Lines rolls out free Wi-Fi on most domestic flights.
It's Selection Sunday weekend as 68 teams will learn who and where they will be playing during March Madness. CBS News' Catherine Herridge is joined by CBS Sports basketball analyst Gary Parrish with a preview.
When Josiah Johnson decided to try out for his middle school's basketball team, the 13-year-old--who was born without legs -- said he was up for the challenge. Since making the team, Johnson has put together a highlight reel of memorable plays that have left his teammates in awe, and proven the strength of his determination. Steve Hartman has the inspiring story for "On the Road."
Lincoln East High School football phenom Malachi Coleman had a traumatic early childhood. Once he could profit off his name, image and likeness, he sought to help other kids in the foster care system. Steve Hartman shares more in "On the Road."
A second former Fox executive, who headed the Latin America affiliate, was acquitted of charges.
Following their loss in the ACC quarterfinals, the UNC Tar Heels may end up being the first preseason No. 1 seed to miss March Madness since the tournament's expansion in 1985. CBS Sports bracketologist Jerry Palm joins CBS News to preview the tournament favorites, underdogs and teams on the bubble.
When 11-year-old Grace Chandy needed back surgery, she thought her dreams of playing basketball were dashed. But TIRR Memorial Herman in Houston introduced her to their adaptive sports league, and Chandy was able to play her favorite sport again in a wheelchair.
The Europa League's Round of 16 is kicking off with Arsenal's match against Sporting FC and Manchester United taking on Real Betis. Alexis Guerreros, host of "Morning Footy" on the CBS Sports Golazo Network, joined CBS News to discuss the tournament and preview what's to come on the new 24/7 streaming channel.
Dana White wants audiences to watch competitors like "The Mechanic" and "Slap Jesus" trade blows. Critics call it dangerous and "crass."
Former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick is out with a new book, "Colin Kaepernick: Change the Game." The graphic novel geared toward young adults details Kaepernick's high school years before he entered professional sports and rocked the NFL by taking a knee during the national anthem to protest police brutality and racial injustice. Adriana Diaz reports.
Cliff Omoruyi only started playing basketball at age 14, just before his family in Nigeria sent him to New Jersey. The Rutgers basketball star said he owes his success to his mentor. Nancy Chen has his story.
"I am thrilled that this ruling recognizes our rights and our humanity and hopefully opens doors for transgender athletes everywhere to participate fully in sports," athlete JayCee Cooper wrote.
Chloe Ricketts has become the youngest person ever to join the NWSL, signing a three-year contract with the Washington Spirit.
Les Levin of Long Prairie, Minnesota, discovered ice bowling while away in another city. He decided to introduce it to his hometown, and it soon became a winter tradition. John Lauritsen has his story.
Third-grader Margo Biestuzheva and her mother were among the millions who fled from Ukraine after it was invaded by Russia. After reaching the U.S. and reuniting with her father, a hockey league helped Margo feel like she'd found her new home. Dana Jacobson reports.
Football star Jalen Carter plans to turn himself in in connection with a fatal car crash that claimed the life of his University of Georgia teammate and a school staffer. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
With two World Series rings, Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts has proven he is one of the best in baseball. Betts is also driven to succeed in business, and is focused on raising money to help disadvantaged kids reach their potential. Jericka Duncan reports.
The claims involved deputies and firefighters sharing grisly photos of the NBA superstar, his 13-year-old daughter and others killed in a 2020 helicopter crash.
The NFL's Scouting Combine kicks off in Indianapolis with the top prospects from college football in attendance. CBS Sports NFL Draft analyst Ryan Wilson joined CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green to preview how the combine impacts a player's draft stock and discuss the top prospects.
Watford FC player Ken Sema, who has a stutter, is being commended for a job well done after giving a post-match interview last week. Following the attention, Sema said he's "thankful and emotionally touched for all love" he's received.
New York City's Department of Transportation swung and missed with a road sign for the Jackie Robinson Parkway that misspelled the baseball Hall of Famer's first name.
Former Philadelphia Eagle and CBS NFL announcer Irv Cross has been diagnosed with the brain disease CTE.
Serena Williams was honored over the weekend at the NAACP Image Awards. "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell sat down with the tennis legend for the latest installment of "Person to Person," streaming Monday at 9:30 p.m. ET.
Major League Baseball is implementing new rules designed to speed up the pace of play. One involves a pitch timer that gives pitchers 15 seconds to throw with bases empty, and 20 seconds with runners on base. Jim Bowden, a baseball analyst for CBS Sports HQ, and a former general manager for the Cincinnati Reds and Washington Nationals, discussed the impact these new rules could have.
Major League Baseball's spring training is here, along with some notable rule changes. A pitch timer is being instituted in an effort to speed up games, defensive shifts are banned, and the size of the bases is a bit bigger. CBS Sports MLB writer Matt Snyder joined CBS News to preview the changes and how they will change the game.