Bill Cosby found liable in 1972 sexual assault, must pay nearly $60M in damages
A civil jury in California found 88-year-old Bill Cosby liable for drugging and sexually assaulting Donna Motsinger in 1972, and awarded her nearly $60 million.
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A civil jury in California found 88-year-old Bill Cosby liable for drugging and sexually assaulting Donna Motsinger in 1972, and awarded her nearly $60 million.
Actor and director Malcolm-Jamal Warner, best known for his role on "The Cosby Show," has died.
This is the latest lawsuit against the 86-year-old former "Cosby Show" star, who has now been accused of rape, sexual assault and sexual harassment by more than 60 women.
The 85-year-old Cosby has now been accused of rape, sexual assault and sexual harassment by more than 60 women. He's denied all allegations involving sex crimes.
Bill Cosby's lawyers have asked a Pennsylvania court to overturn the actor's conviction and three- to 10-year prison sentence because of what they call a string of errors in his sex assault case.
Bill Cosby was sentenced to three to 10 years in a state prison on Tuesday for drugging and sexually assaulting Andrea Constand in a remarkable endcap to the iconic comedian's fall from grace.
Bill Cosby will have a final opportunity to make his case to the court on Tuesday before a Pennsylvania judge sentences him on three counts of aggravated indecent assault.
The 80-year-old Cosby is back in a suburban Philadelphia courtroom in the #MeToo era.
Prosecutors raised the prospect of calling as many as 19 women to the witness stand.
Cosby was accused of drugging and molesting a woman in 2004. He says the encounter was consensual.
The trial will move to closing arguments on Monday if no defense witnesses are called.
The mother of the alleged victim told jurors her daughter had nightmares in the months after the alleged assault.
Bill Cosby smiled but said nothing when someone asked how he was feeling as he arrived at the courthouse.
The former actress alleged the 79-year-old Cosby raped her in a Detroit hotel room in 1974.
"Mr. Cosby, good luck to you, sir," the judge said.
While MacGraw talked about what could have been a close call, O'Neal made a revelation of his own, about the love letters he sent his kids.
A Las Vegas casting agent has joined the growing number of women filing suit in Massachusetts claiming they've been defamed by Bill Cosby.
The 77-year-old comedian is facing sexual assault accusations from at least 15 women, with some of the claims dating back decades.
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The opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge over the Detroit River is officially delayed, the bridge authority said Thursday.
Trump says the U.S. will hit Iran "very hard" within hours, and seize key oil infrastructure "in the not too distant future."
A dozen people were safely rescued from the Detroit River Wednesday after multiple boats overturned near Belle Isle, the Detroit Fire Department said.
The U.S. men's national soccer team, which last appeared at the 2022 World Cup, will face Paraguay to kick off its 2026 World Cup.
CBS News Detroit is hearing more from those who knew the victims and the suspect in a quadruple homicide in Livonia, Michigan, on Tuesday.
The opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge over the Detroit River is officially delayed, the bridge authority said Thursday.
Thousands of Michigan residents lost power after severe storms swept through the state on Wednesday.
Trump says the U.S. will hit Iran "very hard" within hours, and seize key oil infrastructure "in the not too distant future."
A dozen people were safely rescued from the Detroit River Wednesday after multiple boats overturned near Belle Isle, the Detroit Fire Department said.
The United Auto Workers announced on Wednesday a tentative agreement with American Axle in Three Rivers, Michigan, ending a 10-day strike.
The United Auto Workers announced on Wednesday a tentative agreement with American Axle in Three Rivers, Michigan, ending a 10-day strike.
American Axle, which is headquartered in Detroit, is a Tier 1 supplier to General Motors. UAW members have launched a strike at its Three Rivers site.
The UAW became known for fighting for higher wages, improved benefits and safer working conditions for workers across the auto industry.
Stellantis unveiled a nearly $70 million five-year strategic plan with the launch of new vehicles — including hybrids and EVs — over the next five years.
From classic cruisers to new memories still being made, the Woodward Dream Cruise remains a celebration of Michigan's automotive culture.
The 29th annual Michigan Lottery Arts, Beats & Eats festival kicks off Labor Day weekend in Royal Oak.
Joe Negri, known to many as Handyman Negri on "Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood," has died at the age of 99, just days shy of his 100th birthday.
Stephen Colbert, former host of "The Late Show," is helping raise money for the Michigan nonprofit Monroe Community Media after appearing on a broadcast of the organization's community access program "Only in Monroe" earlier this month.
President Trump said he is considering replacing the Freedom 250 concert series with a rally after many artists dropped out.
Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, has died at 95.
The U.S. men's national soccer team, which last appeared at the 2022 World Cup, will face Paraguay to kick off its 2026 World Cup.
Byron Buxton hit his 20th home run of the season, Royce Lewis also connected and the Minnesota Twins beat the Detroit Tigers 6-4 on Wednesday night.
After years of construction and decades of planning, the Gordie Howe International Bridge appears to be closer than ever to opening.
President Trump said the U.S. has taken out "millions" of barrels of Iranian oil in the dead of night, and said inflation will come down when the war ends.
The recall affects certain Honda Pilot, Ridgeline, Passport, and Acura MDX vehicles sold in 23 states and the District of Columbia.
New data from Flint's Rx Kids program shows an 18% reduction in preterm births and a 27% drop in low birth weights, and Detroit officials say they expect similar results as enrollment nears 3,000 families.
Feldman Automotive and the Wahlberg family teamed up to launch the outing six years ago, growing it into one of the region's top charity golf events.
Now out of the hospital, Tavaun Clark says he's focused on recovering and getting back to what he loves most, playing football this summer.
According to the U.S. Attorney's Office, the two people are accused of providing federal authorities with false statements after arriving at the McNamara Terminal on Jan. 25, 2026.
West Nile virus has been detected among mosquitoes in two locations near Grand Rapids, the Kent County Health Department said.
The U.S. men's national soccer team, which last appeared at the 2022 World Cup, will face Paraguay to kick off its 2026 World Cup.
Byron Buxton hit his 20th home run of the season, Royce Lewis also connected and the Minnesota Twins beat the Detroit Tigers 6-4 on Wednesday night.
Dillon Dingler had two homers among his four hits and drove in four runs, leading the Detroit Tigers to a 10-4 win over the Minnesota Twins.
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Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin has requested a trade by submitting a three-team list of desired destinations, a person familiar with discussions confirmed to The Associated Press.
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It's the fourth year the Detroit Grand Prix has been on the streets of the Motor City after moving from Belle Isle.
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The roundtable discusses the impact of rising gas prices and friction at the federal level with Canada and the U.S., and how it affects tourism.
The opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge over the Detroit River is officially delayed, with no date given for allowing traffic to use the new border crossing between the U.S. and Canada.
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The U.S. Postal Service could soon refuse to deliver mail-in ballots in some states in a dispute over federal access to voter registration lists. The states potentially affected include Michigan.
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Bill Gates told members of Congress on Wednesday that Jeffrey Epstein put his philanthropic work at risk, and that meeting him represented "a grave error in judgment." CBS News has this report.