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What to expect when Smollett goes to court
"Empire" actor Jussie Smollett says he is innocent, and his lawyers say he "feels betrayed by a system that apparently wants to skip due process." CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joined CBSN to talk about what to expect next in the case.
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Priced out: L.A.'s hidden homeless
Los Angeles is in the midst of the worst homeless crisis the city has ever seen, driven by rising rents, stagnant wages and an affordable housing shortage. CBSN Originals' Adam Yamaguchi meets a single mother living in her car with her teenage daughter, just one example of L.A.'s hidden homeless population that is steadily growing as longtime residents are priced out of their homes — with nowhere else to go.
FDA raises concerns about dietary supplements
The FDA is warning about harmful dietary supplements. The agency is alerting consumers about false claims, unknown ingredients, and potentially harmful products. Americans spent more than $40 billion on supplements last year, and three out of four Americans regularly take a supplement. Dr. David Agus joins "CBS This Morning" with more on the supplement regulation.
Latest News
R. Kelly charged with criminal sexual abuse in Illinois
The singer has faced allegations of sexual misconduct with underage girls for decades and has denied them
Patriots owner Robert Kraft charged in prostitution ring bust
"We're as equally stunned as anyone else," police said
Here's who has been charged in Robert Mueller's probe
Mueller's probe has so far yielded 229 total counts, 7 guilty pleas, 9.5 months in prison, 34 individuals and 3 companies charged
Parents of 13 kids plead guilty in "house of horrors" case
David and Louise Turpin shackled some of their 13 children to beds and starved them in horrific captivity case
High rents create a new class of hidden homeless
As affordable housing gets harder to find, some newly homeless live out of their cars on the streets of Los Angeles
Jussie Smollett's character cut from "Empire" episodes
"The events of the past few weeks have been incredibly emotional for all of us," executive producers said in a statement
Student told she can't wear "MAGA" hat to high school
Student criticizes school district's dress code after being told she can't wear hat featuring well-known slogan
Woman dies after eating at Michelin-starred restaurant
One woman died and 28 other diners have fallen ill after eating at a Michelin-starred restaurant in Valencia, Spain
One winner from tax overhaul: America's banks
Profits at U.S. financial institutions soared 44 percent to record highs last year, largely due to changes in tax law
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Zion Williamson injury rips through business of basketball
Freak injury for one of college basketball's biggest players sparks debate on everything from endorsements to insurance
Time's Up's Lisa Borders quits after son accused of sex assault
Group she led fights workplace sexual harassment and discrimination and was founded in the early stages of the #MeToo movement
Ocasio-Cortez responds to Twitter trolls – and NYC billboard
She called Twitter trolls' memes "so weak"
Child dies a day after flu diagnosis
41 children have died from flu-related causes this flu season, including a fourth-grader who died just one day after being diagnosed
FDA warns about potentially harmful dietary supplements
Americans spent more than $40 billion on supplements last year, with 3 out of 4 people regularly taking them
"Space Jam 2" release date revealed
The premiere date may have been chosen to pay homage to both the original "Space Jam" star – and the new one
Virgin Galactic reaches edge of space again in push to launch paying passengers
The SpaceShipTwo rocketplane was carried aloft from the Mojave Air & Space Port north of Los Angeles
Blame Amazon: Stamps.com shares plunge 50%
The company said it no longer wanted an exclusive deal with the U.S. Postal Service due to Amazon's entry into shipping
HBO to air controversial Michael Jackson documentary despite lawsuit
"Leaving Neverland" focuses on two men who say Jackson molested them when they were boys
CBS This Morning
CBS This Morning
"48 Hours": Will new law set killer free?
A controversial new law in California is at the center of a brutal murder case. A couple was asleep in their bed when they were stabbed to death nearly six years ago. A surprising tip led to the arrest of then 15-year-old Daniel Marsh. He was convicted and sentenced to 52 years to life. Now a new law might set him free when he turns 25. Erin Moriarty joins "CBS This Morning" to preview her report for Saturday's "48 Hours."
More survivors of alleged nun abuse speak out
The Catholic clergy abuse scandal includes cases of abuse by nuns. After CBS News reported on this issue last month, nearly 40 people reported allegations of nun abuse to Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests (SNAP). Nikki Battiste reports.
Michael Jackson estate sues HBO
HBO is sticking with its plan to air a controversial Michael Jackson documentary next month, despite a new lawsuit filed by the late singer's estate. "Leaving Neverland" focuses on two men who say Jackson molested them when they were boys. Adriana Diaz reports.
Afrofuturism gains new momentum
The record-breaking film "Black Panther" is the first superhero movie ever to be nominated for "Best Picture." It features a predominantly black cast and gives black boys and girls a chance to imagine themselves as superheroes. "Black Panther" is also an example of Afrofuturism, a cultural movement has long been part of African-American arts. Alex Wagner reports.
FDA raises concerns about dietary supplements
The FDA is warning about harmful dietary supplements. The agency is alerting consumers about false claims, unknown ingredients, and potentially harmful products. Americans spent more than $40 billion on supplements last year, and three out of four Americans regularly take a supplement. Dr. David Agus joins "CBS This Morning" with more on the supplement regulation.
Race To 2020
Hogan, mulling primary challenge, says Trump is "his own worst enemy"
The Republican Maryland governor known for his straight-talking style was re-elected in November by double digits in a blue state
What the 2020 presidential polls tell you — and what they don’t
"Where Did You Get This Number?" podcast discusses how to watch the 2020 presidential race right now
N.H. Dems scope out 2020 hopefuls during busy campaign weekend
CBS News spoke with dozens of Democratic voters across 13 campaign events and heard voters overwhelmingly call for seismic change in both candidates and vision
Decrying socialism, Trump looks to woo Florida's Latino vote
Both the president and his eventual 2020 Democratic challenger will be wooing Florida's growing Latin American diaspora
As Biden weighs a 2020 bid, Democratic voters are looking elsewhere
The former vice president regularly leads the polls for the Democratic nomination, but some in the party feel his time has past
Bernie Sanders announces he's running for president in 2020
The longtime independent senator from Vermont told "CBS This Morning" he's running for president again in 2020
Kamala Harris sets her sights on South Carolina with first campaign swing
With its prime spot in the 2020 calendar, the South Carolina primary could provide a launching pad for Democratic presidential hopefuls
Ex-Massachusetts governor to challenge Trump for GOP nod
Former Massachusetts Gov. Bill Weld announces his intention to explore primary challenge against President Trump
Elizabeth Warren officially launches 2020 campaign
The rally for Warren's announcement took place in Lawrence, Massachusetts, the site of a 1912 strike by textile workers
48 Hours
48 Hours
Could a controversial new law free a convicted killer?
SATURDAY 10/9c: A teenager said after he killed an elderly couple “it felt amazing.” Now a new California law could set him free at 25.
Was a Virginia teen lured to her death through a smartphone app?
SATURDAY 9/8C: Two promising college students stand trial after a teenager is lured to her death with a smartphone app
Standoff at Trader Joe's
"48 Hours" Live to Tell: Hostages chillingly reveal the terrifying three hours they spent held captive by a gunman inside a California supermarket. CBS News' Jim Axelrod reports.
Gunman leads LAPD on high-speed chase before hostage standoff at L.A. supermarket
Before gunman Gene Atkins held dozens of people hostage in a Silver Lake Trader Joe's store in July, he shot his grandmother seven times, kidnapped his girlfriend and led police on a high-speed car chase throughout Los Angeles.
Trader Joe's hostage survivors meet to talk and heal
Six months after a gunman held more than 30 shoppers hostage at a Trader Joe’s in Los Angeles, some of the survivors get together to talk and help each other heal. Listen as survivor MaryLinda Moss tells the group about a meaningful conversation she had with her daughter, Elise, after the incident.
The Oscars
Michael B. Jordan, Michelle Yeoh join Oscars presenters
More actors have signed on to present awards along with Michael Keaton, Danai Gurira, Helen Mirren and Tyler Perry at Sunday's ceremony
Downloadable Oscar ballot for your office pool or party
Planning an Academy Award office pool, or an Oscar-watching party? Download our ballot of nominees (PDF)
Here's how to watch the 91st Academy Awards
All of Hollywood's elite will descend on LA's Dolby Theatre Sunday night for the biggest cinema awards event of the year
"The Favourite," "Roma" tie for most Oscar nominations
Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences reveals Oscar nominees in all 24 categories
Previewing the 2019 Academy Awards
The managing editor of Fandango, Erik Davis, and the digital director of Entertainment Weekly, Shana Krochmal, joined CBS News to preview the 91st Academy Awards.
Oscars aim for "brisk" 3-hour show without a host
The Academy Awards will officially forgo an emcee after Kevin Hart pulled out amid controversy
Melissa McCarthy on playing a literary grifter
The Oscar-nominee stars as a forger of celebrity letters in "Can You Ever Forgive Me?"
Oscar snubs & surprises: Emily Blunt, Michael B. Jordan miss out on nominations
Bradley Cooper is out of the running for Best Director, and other notable omissions from the list of contenders for this year's Oscars
GALLERY: Oscar best picture winners ranked from worst to best
We ranked every Oscars best picture winner in history according to their Rotten Tomatoes ratings
CBSN Originals
CBSN Originals
Priced out: L.A.'s hidden homeless
Los Angeles is in the midst of the worst homeless crisis the city has ever seen, driven by rising rents, stagnant wages and an affordable housing shortage. CBSN Originals' Adam Yamaguchi meets a single mother living in her car with her teenage daughter, just one example of L.A.'s hidden homeless population that is steadily growing as longtime residents are priced out of their homes — with nowhere else to go.
Families in crisis: Illegal immigration
Central Americans are migrating to the U.S. in record numbers, but it's part of a vicious cycle decades in the making. CBSN Originals' Adam Yamaguchi travels to El Salvador to meet a single father, deported from the U.S. in 2009, and his young son, caught in a revolving door of deportation and remigration, to explore an intractable problem with no clear end in sight.
Esports: The price of the grind
The rapid rise of esports has been a dream come true for professional players—but as money pours into the industry, many young pros face grueling practice schedules and burn out early
North Korea: The art of surviving sanctions
Behind the Kim regime's scramble to stay afloat through cultural means
Burmese python invasion: Fighting invasive species
Across America, waves of foreign invaders are taking over. Introduced through human error or carelessness, invasive species like the Burmese Python, Lionfish and Asian Carp have thrived at the expense of native species critical to a delicate natural balance that supports ecosystems and livelihoods. CBSN Originals explores whether it's too late to tip the balance back in our favor.
The Uplift — Stories That Inspire
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11-year-old crochet wiz now giving his own lessons
Jonah Larson learned to crochet when he was just 5
Mom running 1,000 miles for veterans
This mother was depressed when her military son died in a tragic accident. She started running and it transformed her body and mind. Now she's empowered to run 1,000 across all 50 states to help other fallen veterans.
Teen basketball star recovered from having leg amputated from cancer
Amanda Merrell was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer as a child and doctors had to amputate her leg at the knee
Military dad surprises wife after she gave birth alone
A Kansas mother gave birth to twins alone because her military husband was deployed in Kuwait. After 12 days in the NICU, she got the surprise of a lifetime.
Cop stops to check if girls are safe, then plays dolls with them
When Virginia community had a gas leak, an officer stopped to make sure two little girls were safe. Then, he sat down on the sidewalk and played dolls with them
Stranger buys 5-year-old boy's diabetic alert dog
5-year-old Isaiah has diabetes and wanted an alert dog to help him manage his disease, but they were too expensive. A man who also has diabetes heard Isaiah's story and drove to another state to buy the special pup for him.
Boy's love of cars sparks special mission of collecting decals
"It would be my dream come true to collect all the car logo decals," Patch Hurty wrote to major carmakers
Woman with autism becomes lawyer
As a child Haley Moss was non-verbal — in 2018 she spoke at her law school graduation
She loves people, so her neighborhood is learning sign language
On their own, Sam's neighbors got together, hired an instructor, and are now fully immersed in an American Sign Language class
U.S.
More U.S.
Organizers want breakdancing at the 2024 Paris Olympics
Will boomboxes be considered sports equipment at the Summer Games?
Trump admin proposes cutting millions from Planned Parenthood
It’s the most concrete step that the administration has taken to limit abortion access since President Trump’s inauguration
Virgin Galactic reaches edge of space again in push to launch paying passengers
The SpaceShipTwo rocketplane was carried aloft from the Mojave Air & Space Port north of Los Angeles
Here's how to watch the 91st Academy Awards
All of Hollywood's elite will descend on LA's Dolby Theatre Sunday night for the biggest cinema awards event of the year
Child dies a day after flu diagnosis
41 children have died from flu-related causes this flu season, including a fourth-grader who died just one day after being diagnosed
Politics
More Politics
Trump admin proposes cutting millions from Planned Parenthood
It’s the most concrete step that the administration has taken to limit abortion access since President Trump’s inauguration
Trump meets with Chinese vice premier
The U.S. is running up against a March 1 deadline for trade talks
Here's who has been charged in Robert Mueller's probe
Mueller's report to Attorney General William Barr is expected sometime after next week
Student told she can't wear "MAGA" hat to high school
Student criticizes school district's dress code after being told she can't wear hat featuring well-known slogan
Conservative activist allegedly assaulted on Berkeley campus
Video captured by nearby students appears to show one man punching conservative activist Hayden Williams
World
More World
Organizers want breakdancing at the 2024 Paris Olympics
Will boomboxes be considered sports equipment at the Summer Games?
Here's who has been charged in Robert Mueller's probe
Mueller's report to Attorney General William Barr is expected sometime after next week
Woman dies after eating at Michelin-starred restaurant
One woman died and 28 other diners have fallen ill after eating at a Michelin-starred restaurant in Valencia, Spain
Father of ISIS bride sues to get U.S. to let her come back
Suit argues Hoda Muthana is an American citizen and should be allowed to return but U.S. says she's not
Google Doodle honors Steve Irwin
The doodle shows Irwin in his element – with crocodiles, and his two children and wife
Entertainment
More Entertainment
Here's how to watch the 91st Academy Awards
All of Hollywood's elite will descend on LA's Dolby Theatre Sunday night for the biggest cinema awards event of the year
R. Kelly charged with criminal sexual abuse in Illinois
The singer has faced allegations of sexual misconduct with underage girls for decades and has denied them
"Space Jam 2" release date revealed
The premiere date may have been chosen to pay homage to both the original "Space Jam" star – and the new one
Afrofuturism gains momentum as artists reclaim black history
Social, cultural and political philosophy dating back to the 1950s is resurging with popularity of films like "Black Panther" and works of author Tomi Adeyemi and artist Janelle Monáe
Jussie Smollett's character cut from "Empire" episodes
"The events of the past few weeks have been incredibly emotional for all of us," executive producers said in a statement
SciTech
More SciTech
Virgin Galactic reaches edge of space again in push to launch paying passengers
The SpaceShipTwo rocketplane was carried aloft from the Mojave Air & Space Port north of Los Angeles
Japanese space probe lands on far-off asteroid to get samples
Scientists say the samples could provide clues about the origin of the solar system and of life on Earth
SpaceX launches rocket carrying privately funded Israeli moon lander
If successful, the $100M mission will put Israel in an exclusive club, joining the U.S., Soviet Union/Russia and China as only the fourth nation in space history to pull off a powered landing on the moon
Advocates say Facebook tricked kids into in-game purchases
FTC urged to probe if the social-media company illegally enticed minors to spend money without parental consent
YouTube axes 400+ channels over child exploitation controversy
YouTube has come under fire for allowing disturbing content, leading major companies to pull their ads
Health
More Health
Company may have leaked carcinogen into air for years
Breathing in high concentrations of the chemical TCE has been linked to kidney cancer, liver cancer and lymphoma
Child dies a day after flu diagnosis
41 children have died from flu-related causes this flu season, including a fourth-grader who died just one day after being diagnosed
Woman dies after eating at Michelin-starred restaurant
One woman died and 28 other diners have fallen ill after eating at a Michelin-starred restaurant in Valencia, Spain
FDA warns about potentially harmful dietary supplements
Americans spent more than $40 billion on supplements last year, with 3 out of 4 people regularly taking them
"Heartless": Hospital and doctor accused of giving lethal doses of fentanyl
CBS News spoke with five people who said their family members died while under Dr. William Husel's care at Mount Carmel Hospital
MoneyWatch
More MoneyWatch
One winner from tax overhaul: America's banks
Profits at U.S. financial institutions soared 44 percent to record highs last year, largely due to changes in tax law
Blame Amazon: Stamps.com shares plunge 50 percent
The company said it no longer wanted an exclusive deal with the U.S. Postal Service due to Amazon's entry into shipping
Zion Williamson injury rips through business of basketball
Freak injury for one of college basketball's biggest players sparks debate on everything from endorsements to insurance
High rents create a new class of hidden homeless
As affordable housing gets harder to find, some newly homeless live out of their cars on the streets of Los Angeles
Teachers on strike: "Public schools everywhere get shortchanged"
Oakland, California's strike is latest labor dispute as teachers across U.S. struggle with funding and student needs
Crime
More Crime
R. Kelly charged with criminal sexual abuse in Illinois
The singer has faced allegations of sexual misconduct with underage girls for decades and has denied them
Parents of 13 kids plead guilty in "house of horrors" case
David and Louise Turpin shackled some of their 13 children to beds and starved them in horrific captivity case
Patriots owner Robert Kraft charged with soliciting prostitution
"We're as equally stunned as anyone else," police said
El Chapo's sons charged with drug trafficking
Joaquin Guzman Lopez, 34, and Ovidio Guzman Lopez, 28, allegedly conspired to send cocaine and other drugs into the U.S.
Coast Guard officer with alleged hit list to remain jailed
Lt. Christopher Paul Hasson was ordered held on gun and drug charges; prosecutors describe him as "domestic terrorist"