Aaron Hernandez's brother opens up about late NFL star's secrets
Aaron Hernandez's brother opens up as Jonathan Hernandez's new book "The Truth About Aaron" is being released
Aaron Hernandez
All-American Murder: The Rise and Fall of Aaron Hernandez
What made NFL star Aaron Hernandez kill -- and kill himself? Best-selling author James Patterson unravels what he calls the most fascinating, complicated and troubling crime story of our times
"48 Hours" on Aaron Hernandez
In a new special for "48 Hours," best-selling author James Patterson switches to non-fiction for a story he calls the most troubling crime story of our time: the rise and fall of Aaron Hernandez. Patterson joined CBSN to preview "All-American Murder."
"48 Hours" preview
Former New England Patriots player Aaron Hernandez was convicted of murder in 2015 and later died by suicide in a Massachusetts prison. Best-selling author James Patterson calls it the most troubling crime story of our time. He takes on the case in his new book, "All-American Murder," which raises the question of whether a degenerative brain disease linked to football could have caused his violent behavior. Patterson joins "CBS This Morning" to preview his "48 Hours" special, which airs Saturday, Jan. 20 at 10/9c on CBS.
Preview: All-American Murder
What made NFL star Aaron Hernandez kill and kill himself? Best-selling author James Patterson unravels Hernandez’s complicated and troubling story and says "you don’t know the half of it yet." Watch a "48 Hours" special Saturday, Jan. 20 at 10/9c on CBS.
The evolution of Aaron Hernandez
A timeline of major events in the life of the football star turned convicted murder
Urban Meyer on Hernandez's raw talent
Urban Meyer, Aaron Hernandez's head football coach at the University of Florida, tells CBS News that during his 31-year college coaching career "I've never seen one like him." For more, watch"All-American-Murder: A "'48 Hours' Special" reported by author James Patterson, Saturday, Jan 20 at 10/9c on CBS.
Read excerpts of James Patterson's new book, "All-American Murder"
The best-selling author's latest book is due out on January 22
Patterson on Hernandez's secret life
The former New England Patriots star seemed to have it all -- but he also had a secret life. Best-selling author James Patterson investigates the rise and fall of Hernandez in "All-American Murder" -- his new book and a special "48 Hours" airing Saturday, Jan. 20 at 10/9c on CBS.
Patterson on telling a good story
The best-selling author, who wrote a new book of the rise and fall of the NFL superstar, reveals what's key to telling good story. For more on Hernandez's story, watch "All-American Murder: A '48 Hours' Special" reported by Patterson Saturday at 10/9c on CBS.
James Patterson investigates Aaron Hernandez's life and death in a "48 Hours" special
The best-selling author unravels the complicated and troubling story of the convicted murderer and former New England Patriots player in "All-American Murder" airing Saturday, Jan. 20 on CBS
Aaron Hernandez's brain was severely damaged by disease, researcher says
Dr. Ann McKee said CTE had significantly impacted key parts of Hernandez's brain, including the hippocampus and the frontal lobe
Attorney: Aaron Hernandez had "severe" CTE, lawsuit filed
Former NFL star committed suicide in prison where he was serving a life sentence for murder
Prosecutors ask court to reinstate Aaron Hernandez's murder conviction
Aaron Hernandez's conviction was voided after the former New England Patriots player killed himself in prison
Hernandez case renews push to change Mass. legal tradition
On Monday, lawmakers will hear testimony on a bill that would keep intact criminal convictions of people who die before their appeals are heard
Fiancee says Aaron Hernandez denied rumors he was gay
The second part of a two-part interview with Shayanna Jenkins-Hernandez aired Tuesday on the "Dr. Phil" show
Aaron Hernandez's fiancee questions "odd" suicide note
Shayanna Jenkins-Hernandez told Dr. Phil McGraw she doesn't think the ex-NFL star committed suicide
Judge agrees to toss Aaron Hernandez's conviction in 2013 murder
Judge ruled that the former New England Patriots tight end's conviction can be erased because he died before his appeal was heard
"YOU'RE RICH": Aaron Hernandez's suicide note to fiancee
Court documents released Friday include a letter to the ex-NFL star's fiancee, as well as reports detailing his prison disciplinary record
Police reveal new photos, details about Aaron Hernandez suicide
Correction officers found cardboard had been shoved into the tracks of Hernandez's cell door and shampoo on the floor to make it slippery, report says
James Patterson plans on book about Aaron Hernandez
Author James Patterson is writing a true crime book about the former NFL player
Questions linger over Hernandez's relationship with jail "brother"
Lawyer for Kyle Kennedy says his client wants to personally address "nature and extent" of close friendship
Lawyers ask court to toss Aaron Hernandez's conviction
Courts in Massachusetts have held that when a defendant dies before having an appeal heard, the conviction is vacated
Aaron Hernandez suicide notes will be given to family
Family and friends of Hernandez say their farewells to the former NFL player during a private funeral in his hometown
Aaron Hernandez's death ruled a suicide; notes found
Investigators say they found three hand-written notes next to a Bible in the ex-NFL star's prison cell
U.S.
Fact check: The first Democratic primary debate
The 2020 Democratic presidential debates kick off in Miami over two nights -- Wednesday is the first. Here are
Lawyers seek access to Border Patrol facilities
One doctor said conditions "could be compared to torture"
Booker says he wouldn't be vice president for a male nominee
"I will tell you this, I would not accept it if a male offered [it to] me, because we should have a female vice president," Booker said
Trump was a distant presence in first Democratic debate
The current occupant of the White House was mentioned, but he didn't dominate the first debate
"Straight Pride Parade" clears first hurdle to proposed event
Conservative commentator Milo Yiannopoulos will be the parade's grand marshal and mascot
NYPD reviewed 2,000 complaints of police bias. It substantiated none.
NYPD fielded 2,495 complaints of biased policing since 2014
Ford dealership shooting suspect ID'd as recently fired employee
Victims have been identified as Brian Light, 59, and Xavier Souto, 38, who were supervisors of suspect Steven Leet
How to watch "NCIS: The Cases They Can't Forget
The series, hosted by Rocky Carroll, looks at some of the biggest cases handled by the real-life agents of the Naval Criminal Investigative Service
2 more deputies fired over inaction during Parkland shooting
Two others have already been fired amid an internal investigation, including embattled former deputy Scot Peterson
Purple Heart veteran surprised with a home of his own
Kevin Palacios is a single father who was injured twice by IED blasts in Afghanistan
Private prisons get slammed ahead of Democratic debates
Elizabeth Warren and other Democratic candidates want to end federal use of private prison companies
Mother allegedly attacked by her son's 13-year-old bully
The mother of three says while she was walking with her son, a 7th grader punched her in the face
Trump and lawmakers react to tragic photo of migrants
Oscar Alberto Martinez Ramirez and his almost 2-year-old daughter Valeria are seen face down in south Texas' Rio Grande
5 officers across the country fatally shot over the last 9 days
Despite the spate of killings, officer fatalities are down 35% compared to the same time last year
As Democrats debate, facts about the economy, taxes and more
How's the economy really doing? Who benefits from GOP tax cuts? Is income inequality a problem? Here are the facts
U.S.
More U.S.
Fact check: The first Democratic primary debate
The 2020 Democratic presidential debates kick off in Miami over two nights -- Wednesday is the first. Here are
Lawyers seek access to Border Patrol facilities
One doctor said conditions "could be compared to torture"
Booker says he wouldn't be vice president for a male nominee
"I will tell you this, I would not accept it if a male offered [it to] me, because we should have a female vice president," Booker said
Trump was a distant presence in first Democratic debate
The current occupant of the White House was mentioned, but he didn't dominate the first debate
"Straight Pride Parade" clears first hurdle to proposed event
Conservative commentator Milo Yiannopoulos will be the parade's grand marshal and mascot
Politics
More Politics
Fact check: The first Democratic primary debate
The 2020 Democratic presidential debates kick off in Miami over two nights -- Wednesday is the first. Here are
Lawyers seek access to Border Patrol facilities
One doctor said conditions "could be compared to torture"
Booker says he wouldn't be vice president for a male nominee
"I will tell you this, I would not accept it if a male offered [it to] me, because we should have a female vice president," Booker said
Trump was a distant presence in first Democratic debate
The current occupant of the White House was mentioned, but he didn't dominate the first debate
Trump and lawmakers react to tragic photo of migrants
Oscar Alberto Martinez Ramirez and his almost 2-year-old daughter Valeria are seen face down in south Texas' Rio Grande
World
More World
Lawyers seek access to Border Patrol facilities
One doctor said conditions "could be compared to torture"
Trump and lawmakers react to tragic photo of migrants
Oscar Alberto Martinez Ramirez and his almost 2-year-old daughter Valeria are seen face down in south Texas' Rio Grande
What it's like reporting inside migrant detention centers
Miami Herald reporter Monique O. Madan spoke with CBSN's Tanya Rivero on "Local Matters"
Popular children's magazine condemns family separations
CEO Kent Johnson encouraged readers to speak out against the inhumane conditions at the U.S.-Mexico border
Man with dementia remembers song he wrote decades ago
His son now has plans to record the song as a single — with the proceeds going toward the Alzheimer's Society
Entertainment
More Entertainment
Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul tease "Breaking Bad" reunion
The literal partners in crime have fans freaking out about a potential movie after they posted a cryptic image online Wednesday
"48 Hours'" Erin Moriarty honored with Lifetime Achievement Award
"Erin Moriarty has been producing impactful, life changing stories for CBS News for three decades," said CBS News president Susan Zirinsky
New on Netflix, Hulu and Amazon
Shows and movies you'll want to stream soon
The Black Keys open up about why they haven't toured in years
Patrick Carney and Dan Auerbach open up about their time apart and the pressures of touring
Maisie Williams will star as another badass character in next TV role
Williams has many faces — we look forward to seeing this one
Technology
More Technology
New documents reveal more overcollection by NSA phone data program
The previously undisclosed glitch surfaced in memos obtained through an ACLU Freedom of Information Act lawsuit
Teens talk bullying and the pressures of Instagram
"CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King spoke to five kids ranging in age from 12 to 18 years old who are all daily Instagram users
Florida city to pay hackers big ransom for seized computer systems
Lake City to fork out $460,000 to retake email and other servers in 2nd ransomware payout by a Florida city in a week
Instagram head reflects on foreign interference
"We are trying to understand the details of the risks," Adam Mosseri said
Amazon's Prime Day, starting July 15, is now 48 hours long
Retailer is banking more shoppers will pony up $119 for an annual Prime membership to take part in an expanded sale
Science
More Science
Zimbabwe wants to sell its wild elephants
Zimbabwe's tourism minister says they're selling them to Angola and any other country "who wants our wildlife"
Video captures giant squid in the U.S. for the first time ever
NOAA said the squid was about 10-12 feet and it appeared to wrap its tentacles around an underwater camera
Almanac: Sex researcher Alfred Kinsey
The biologist who achieved fame with a pair of best-selling books about male and female sexual behavior was born on June 23. 1894
Seeing red: Mankind gets closer to Mars
NASA and SpaceX are both readying unmanned missions to the Red Planet, with the goal of putting human-filled boots on the ground
Apollo 11 50th anniversary: 50 photos from the moon
50 photos to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing
Health
More Health
Man with dementia remembers song he wrote decades ago
His son now has plans to record the song as a single — with the proceeds going toward the Alzheimer's Society
San Francisco bans e-cigs: Is it legal? Is it safe?
San Francisco will be the first U.S. city to ban sales of the product
San Francisco bans e-cigarette sales
Vaping sales ban pits city against one of its best-known hometown startups, the e-cigarette maker Juul Labs Inc.
Nursing home costs rising even faster than health care
For many older Americans, affording long-term care can be financially ruinous, researchers say
AbbVie to buy Botox maker Allergan for $63 billion
The acquisition aims to diversify AbbVie beyond its top-selling drug Humira, which will soon lose patent protection
MoneyWatch
More MoneyWatch
Private prisons get slammed ahead of Democratic debates
Elizabeth Warren and other Democratic candidates want to end federal use of private prison companies
As Democrats debate, facts about the economy, taxes and more
How's the economy really doing? Who benefits from GOP tax cuts? Is income inequality a problem? Here are the facts
FAA finds new potential risk in Boeing 737 Max planes
Test pilots discovered a computer issue that could slow down a pilot's ability to quickly respond to a scenario like the ones seen in two deadly crashes
"Rainbow retail" big during Pride Month, but what about rest of year?
Businesses say their rainbow-themed Pride efforts are meant to do good — and, yes, win over a new crop of consumers
NRA shuts down NRATV, and top lobbyist Chris Cox resigns
Turmoil within the gun rights organization continues as an exec exits and it blames its ad agency for NRATV's demise
Crime
More Crime
Crime
Report: NYPD mishandling complaints of police bias
Investigators with the New York City Police Department's Internal Affairs have not substantiated any of the 2,495 complaints of biased policing it's received since it began tracking the allegations in 2014, according to a scathing report issued by a city watchdog Wednesday. CBSN New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
NYPD reviewed 2,000 complaints of police bias. It substantiated none.
NYPD fielded 2,495 complaints of biased policing since 2014
Ford dealership shooting suspect ID'd as recently fired employee
Victims have been identified as Brian Light, 59, and Xavier Souto, 38, who were supervisors of suspect Steven Leet
How to watch "NCIS: The Cases They Can't Forget
The series, hosted by Rocky Carroll, looks at some of the biggest cases handled by the real-life agents of the Naval Criminal Investigative Service
2 more deputies fired over inaction during Parkland shooting
Two others have already been fired amid an internal investigation, including embattled former deputy Scot Peterson
Space
More Space
Space
SpaceX launches Falcon Heavy rocket
SpaceX launched a Falcon Heavy rocket for its third flight, carrying 24 small science and technology satellites into multiple orbits for the Pentagon, NASA and a variety of other agencies. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joins "CBSN AM" to explain the goals of the complex mission and what happened.
3 astronauts complete "once-in-a-lifetime ride" home after 204-day stay in orbit
A Russian cosmonaut, a Canadian and a NASA astronaut return to Earth late Monday after station stay
SpaceX Falcon Heavy makes dramatic night launch
SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket carrying 24 satellites heads into orbit; also on board: portions of the cremated remains of 152 space enthusiasts
SpaceX faces difficult rocket launch
SpaceX is expected to launch a Falcon Heavy rocket carrying 24 satellites for the Defense Department and the ashes of 100 people, including those of actor James Doohan, who played "Scotty" on "Star Trek." Founder Elon Musk called the launch the company's most difficult to date. Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green have more.
NASA discovery could signal life on Mars
NASA scientists say its Curiosity rover discovered high amounts of methane gas on Mars. On Earth, the gas is typically produced by living things. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joins CBSN to discuss if this observation could mean there's life on Mars.
Latest Galleries
More Latest Galleries
New on Netflix, Hulu and Amazon
Shows and movies you'll want to stream soon
Evidence photos from the police shooting of Danroy "DJ" Henry Jr.
Evidence from the scene of Pace University student DJ Henry’s fatal encounter with Officer Aaron Hess in Mount Pleasant, N.Y.
Apollo 11 50th anniversary: 50 photos from the moon
50 photos to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing
Deadliest highway in every state
These are the highways with the highest rate of fatal crashes
Mount Everest deaths: Inside a deadly climbing season
A look at a treacherous 2019 climbing season on the world's highest peak
Popular
More Popular
Popular
N.H. voters on first debate night
At a watch party in West Ossipee, New Hampshire, voters were impressed by Cory Booker and Julián Castro's performance on the first Democratic debate night. Nicole Sganga reports on the takeaways -- and how voters are reacting to the overwhelming amount of candidates.
Castro and O'Rourke spar over immigration policy
The two Texans on the debate stage, former Obama Housing Secretary Julián Castro and former U.S. Rep. Beto O'Rourke, had a heated debate about part of the immigration law. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns breaks down the significance of the debate.
Report: NYPD mishandling complaints of police bias
Investigators with the New York City Police Department's Internal Affairs have not substantiated any of the 2,495 complaints of biased policing it's received since it began tracking the allegations in 2014, according to a scathing report issued by a city watchdog Wednesday. CBSN New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
Trans man & brother reunited for Pride Month
For this year's Pride Month, Verizon facilitated a phone call between two brothers, who spoke for the first time since one of them came out as trans. The message of the campaign is that it is never too late for love to call back.
Border officials downplay conditions at migrant facilities
A heart-wrenching photo of a father and his young daughter who drowned in the Rio Grande is showing how dangerous the journey across the southern border can be. It went viral as the conditions at migrant facilities continues to garner public attention. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with the latest from the border.