Jury awards Vanessa Bryant $16 million in Kobe Bryant crash site photos trial
A jury ruled that Los Angeles County must pay Kobe Bryant's widow $16 million after deputies and firefighters allegedly took and shared photos of the crash scene.
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Law enforcement widely shared photos of Kobe Bryant remains: lawsuit
Lawyers for widow Vanessa Bryant allege in the suit that photos of his remains and daughter Gianna's from the helicopter crash site where they died were found on numerous Sheriff's Dept. and firefighter devices.
Settlement reached with company linked to Kobe Bryant crash
Plaintiffs in the suit included Vanessa Bryant and her three surviving daughters, John James and Alexis Altobelli, Christopher Chester and his two surviving children and Matthew Mauser and his three children.
Vanessa Bryant gives emotional speech at Hall of Fame ceremony
"You're not just an MVP, you're an all-time great," she said in a moving speech.
Vanessa Bryant names deputies who allegedly shared crash photos
The four L.A. County Sheriff's Department deputies allegedly shared graphic photos of the crash site with people who had no connection to the investigation.
Vanessa Bryant slams Meek Mill lyric about Kobe Bryant
Rapper says he's since apologize to the late basketball great's widow.
Pilot in Kobe Bryant crash was disoriented in clouds, officials say
The helicopter crashed in January last year amid heavy fog.
Vanessa Bryant mourns Kobe and Gianna one year after they died
"I miss my baby girl and Kob-Kob so much, too," Bryant wrote. "I will never understand why/how this tragedy could've happened to such beautiful, kind and amazing human beings."
Lakers receive championship rings that honor Kobe Bryant
LeBron James posted a message dedicated to Bryant on Instagram with his ring: "Love and miss you my brother!"
Smithsonian museum displays Kobe Bryant's 2008 Finals jersey
Bryant donated it to the National Museum of African American History and Culture in 2017.
Sports Academy drops Kobe Bryant's nickname at request of his family
The Sports Academy, previously led by the Lakers legend, said its mission to athletes "remains unchanged."
Vanessa Bryant reveals letter Kobe wrote her before his death
She said wanted to wait for her birthday to open the letter: "It gave me something to look forward to today."
Vanessa Bryant shares photo at mural of Kobe and Gianna
The mural depicts a well-known photo of Gianna and her dad, but the artist added a special tribute: a halo positioned between them.
College star makes history hours after eulogizing Kobe
Sabrina Ionescu became the first NCAA Division I player — man or woman — to reach 2,000 points, 1,000 assists and 1,000 rebounds in her career
Michael Jordan delivers tribute to Kobe Bryant at memorial
"When Kobe Bryant died, a piece of me died," Jordan said. "As I look in this arena and across the globe, a piece of you died."
"A Celebration of Life" for Kobe and Gianna Bryant
Thousands attended the "celebration of life" for Bryant and others killed in a helicopter crash last month.
8 heartbreaking moments from Vanessa Bryant's tribute
"Babe, you take care of our Gigi," Vanessa Bryant said during her emotional tribute to her husband and daughter.
Kobe Bryant's widow sues helicopter operator over deaths
The wrongful death lawsuit filed by Vanessa Bryant said the pilot was careless and negligent by flying in cloudy conditions and should have aborted the flight.
How the NBA All-Star Game honored Kobe Bryant
Odes to Bryant were on full display during the All-Star Game in Chicago.
Vanessa Bryant announces Kobe & Gigi memorial in touching post
"#2, #24 #20 years as a Laker, " the bereaved wife and mother wrote on Instagram.
Principal who wrote "karma caught up with" Kobe Bryant on leave
"Not gonna lie. Seems to me that karma caught up with a rapist today," Dr. Liza Sejkora wrote on Facebook soon after the helicopter crash that killed the NBA legend, his teen daughter and seven others.
Kobe Bryant tribute: Honoring an NBA legend
Through art, flowers and other tributes, fans worldwide are showing their love for the late basketball star.
Kobe Bryant remembered as "Superman" by Make-a-Wish fan
Bryant helped grant more than 200 wishes during his time with the Lakers.
WNBA legend on whether rape allegation complicates Kobe's legacy
"He will be missed but he will not be forgotten, that's for sure," said the WNBA legend.
How the NFL paid tribute to Kobe Bryant at Super Bowl LIV
Before the game began, each team lined up at the 24-yard line for a moment of silence, an homage to the number Bryant wore during his career with the Los Angeles Lakers.
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Book excerpt: "There Is No Place For Us" by Brian Goldstone
For his new book, the journalist examines why so many people who work full-time jobs with low wages are homeless in America.
Why Black Friday discounts could be stingier this year
Some businesses say steeper U.S. tariffs this year give them less financial room to offer holiday savings.
Ultra-processed foods linked to higher risk of precancerous polyps, study finds
Eating ultra-processed foods could lead to an increased risk of being diagnosed with precancerous colorectal growths for women under 50, according to new research.
Chimpanzee escapes exhibit at Indianapolis zoo, prompting lockdown
A chimpanzee escaped its enclosure and was on the loose at the Indianapolis Zoo, but the animal was later located and returned to her exhibit, the zoo said.
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Marjorie Taylor Greene says "I don't see political party lines" on health care
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries called GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene an ally during the shutdown for joining Democrats in demanding that Congress address high health care costs.
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Greene says Trump's stance on Epstein files is "huge miscalculation"
Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene told "CBS Mornings" that President Trump's opposition to releasing files from the federal investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein is a "huge miscalculation."
Trump says he will order DOJ to probe Epstein's ties to Democrats, banks
President Trump accused Democrats of using what he calls the "Epstein hoax" to defect blame for the government shutdown.
Stocks extend slide amid investor concerns about AI and interest rates
U.S. financial markets opened lower, sputtering for a second straight day as investors question the health of AI stocks.
Russian military spy ship tracked by U.S. Coast Guard off Hawaii coast
An HC-130 Hercules helicopter and a Coast Guard cutter were dispatched to monitor the ship, officials said.
Walmart says longtime CEO Doug McMillon will retire in January
Walmart said Doug McMillon will be replaced on Feb. 1, 2026, by John Furner, head of Walmart's U.S. operations.
Stock futures slide as investors fret over AI and interest rates
Stocks look set to extend their slide Friday amid investor jitters about the tech sector and the path of monetary policy.
Seal escapes killer whale hunt by jumping onto photographer's boat
With killer whales in pursuit, the seal clambered out of the water and onto a swimming platform at the stern of the boat.
Calif. wildfire forces evacuations as storm threatens mudslides in south
A Pacific storm could help California crews battle the dangerous Pack Fire in Mono County, but it could also wreak havoc on fire-charred communities further south.
Death row inmate found unresponsive in cell after being granted clemency
Tremane Wood was hospitalized Thursday after being found unresponsive in his cell, just hours after being granted clemency on the day he was scheduled to be executed in Oklahoma.
Senator warns unauthorized drone flights pose rising threat within U.S.
Senate Intelligence Committee Chairman Tom Cotton of Arkansas told CBS News the threat is "severe and growing."
Food insecurity around the U.S. has risen this year, survey finds
Roughly 14% of U.S. households reported being food insecure between January and October, up from 12.5% in 2024, Purdue University researchers found.
U.S. reaches trade frameworks with Argentina, Guatemala, El Salvador and Ecuador
The agreements will likely affect the prices of things like cocoa, bananas and coffee.
Blue Origin's New Glenn launches twin Mars probes
Blue Origin, owned by Jeff Bezos, plans to challenge SpaceX with the powerful, partially reusable New Glenn rocket.
Emmanuel Clase arrested at JFK, pleads not guilty in pitch rigging case
Clase and his teammate, Luis Ortiz, are both accused of being involved in a "scheme to rig bets on pitches."
Anthropic says Chinese hackers used its AI chatbot in cyberattacks
State-sponsored cybercriminals used Anthropic's tech to target tech companies, financial institutions and other organizations, AI company alleges.
ByHeart sued by families of infant girls sickened by infantile botulism
One child was rushed to the hospital via air ambulance, her parents said.
Trump official refers Swalwell to Justice Department for alleged fraud
Federal Housing Finance Agency Director Bill Pulte has referred California Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell to the Justice Department, sources told CBS News.
With shutdown over, Senate focus turns to upcoming fight on health care
With the government shutdown finally in the rearview mirror, the focus in the Senate is turning to an upcoming fight over health care.
Disney warns that its content could remain off YouTube for some time
Disney's channels have been blocked from YouTube TV since Oct. 30 as the two companies negotiate a new carriage deal.
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Book excerpt: "There Is No Place For Us" by Brian Goldstone
For his new book, the journalist examines why so many people who work full-time jobs with low wages are homeless in America.
Why Black Friday discounts could be stingier this year
Some businesses say steeper U.S. tariffs this year give them less financial room to offer holiday savings.
Ultra-processed foods linked to higher risk of precancerous polyps, study finds
Eating ultra-processed foods could lead to an increased risk of being diagnosed with precancerous colorectal growths for women under 50, according to new research.
Chimpanzee escapes exhibit at Indianapolis zoo, prompting lockdown
A chimpanzee escaped its enclosure and was on the loose at the Indianapolis Zoo, but the animal was later located and returned to her exhibit, the zoo said.
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Marjorie Taylor Greene says "I don't see political party lines" on health care
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries called GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene an ally during the shutdown for joining Democrats in demanding that Congress address high health care costs.
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Why Black Friday discounts could be stingier this year
Some businesses say steeper U.S. tariffs this year give them less financial room to offer holiday savings.
Some Cheetos and Doritos won't have their bright color anymore
New versions of Cheetos and Doritos, without artificial flavors or dyes, will be sold in December.
Stocks extend slide amid investor concerns about AI and interest rates
U.S. financial markets opened lower, sputtering for a second straight day as investors question the health of AI stocks.
Walmart says longtime CEO Doug McMillon will retire in January
Walmart said Doug McMillon will be replaced on Feb. 1, 2026, by John Furner, head of Walmart's U.S. operations.
Stock futures slide as investors fret over AI and interest rates
Stocks look set to extend their slide Friday amid investor jitters about the tech sector and the path of monetary policy.
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Marjorie Taylor Greene says "I don't see political party lines" on health care
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries called GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene an ally during the shutdown for joining Democrats in demanding that Congress address high health care costs.
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Greene says Trump's stance on Epstein files is "huge miscalculation"
Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene told "CBS Mornings" that President Trump's opposition to releasing files from the federal investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein is a "huge miscalculation."
Trump says he will order DOJ to probe Epstein's ties to Democrats, banks
President Trump accused Democrats of using what he calls the "Epstein hoax" to defect blame for the government shutdown.
Prosecutor chosen to replace Fani Willis in Georgia's Trump election case
A new prosecutor has been selected to take over Georgia's election interference case against President Trump and others.
Manhattan prosecutor's office recuses itself from Maurene Comey's lawsuit over firing
A U.S. attorney's office in Albany will defend the Trump administration in a lawsuit brought by fired prosecutor Maurene Comey, after her former office in Manhattan recused itself from the case.
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Ultra-processed foods linked to higher risk of precancerous polyps, study finds
Eating ultra-processed foods could lead to an increased risk of being diagnosed with precancerous colorectal growths for women under 50, according to new research.
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Marjorie Taylor Greene says "I don't see political party lines" on health care
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries called GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene an ally during the shutdown for joining Democrats in demanding that Congress address high health care costs.
Some Cheetos and Doritos won't have their bright color anymore
New versions of Cheetos and Doritos, without artificial flavors or dyes, will be sold in December.
FDA's plan to boost cheaper copycat drugs could stall at patent office
The FDA's push for lower-cost medicines looks good on paper, but the patent office under President Trump may be going in the opposite direction.
Death in N.J. believed to be 1st linked to meat allergy spread by ticks
A New Jersey man is the first person believed to have died from alpha-gal syndrome, a meat allergy triggered by a tick bite, researchers say.
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World's largest-known spider's web discovered in cave in Greece
The behavior, which had never been observed before, stunned scientists as, typically, the larger house spider would prey on its smaller neighbor.
Russian military spy ship tracked by U.S. Coast Guard off Hawaii coast
An HC-130 Hercules helicopter and a Coast Guard cutter were dispatched to monitor the ship, officials said.
Man who rushed Ariana Grande at "Wicked: For Good" premiere is charged
Australian man Johnson Wen was charged with "being a public nuisance" after rushing Ariana Grande, according to court documents.
Eggs thrown at Ex-Spanish soccer boss who kissed player
Luis Rubiales, former head of Spain's soccer federation, was pelted by eggs while presenting his memoir. His own uncle threw them.
Iranian forces reportedly seize tanker in key Middle East shipping lane
Iran's Revolutionary Guard forces have reportedly seized an oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz in the first such interdiction in months.
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Keanu Reeves, Alex Winter reunite on Broadway
Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter, who starred together in the 1989 film "Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure," are reuniting for the latest Broadway revival of "Waiting for Godot." The actors talk with "CBS Mornings" about the play and their decadeslong friendship.
Alanis Morissette on vulnerability, healing
Alanis Morissette was 21 in 1996 when she won four Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year, for "Jagged Little Pill." Thirty years later, Morissette brought a new vulnerability to the stage during her recent residency in Las Vegas. CBS News' Vlad Duthiers has more.
Lee Pace on "The Running Man" assassin role
Lee Pace is starring in the new thriller, "The Running Man," which is based on a Stephen King novel. It takes place in a society in the near future where contestants participate in a reality game show and are hunted by professional assassins. Pace speaks to "CBS Mornings" about playing Evan McCone, the masked chief hunter in the group of assassins, and what inspires his love for acting.
Man who rushed Ariana Grande at "Wicked: For Good" premiere is charged
Australian man Johnson Wen was charged with "being a public nuisance" after rushing Ariana Grande, according to court documents.
Glen Powell on "The Running Man" role
Glen Powell joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his role in the new Paramount Pictures thriller "The Running Man," which is based on a Stephen King novel. He talks about the physical demands and how King had to approve him for the role.
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AI used in Chinese cyberattack
The AI firm Anthropic says Chinese hackers used its artificial intelligence tools to spy on tech companies, financial institutions and government agencies in what it believes is the first documented case of a worldwide cyberattack with minimal human involvement. CBS News contributor Chris Krebs, the former head of the federal government's cybersecurity agency, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss what this could mean for the future and how to prevent it.
Anthropic says Chinese hackers used its AI chatbot in cyberattacks
State-sponsored cybercriminals used Anthropic's tech to target tech companies, financial institutions and other organizations, AI company alleges.
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.
People can't tell AI-generated music from real thing anymore, survey shows
It's become nearly impossible for people to tell the difference between music generated by artificial intelligence and that created by humans, according to a survey of 9,000 people.
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Google sues China-based hackers over massive text-phishing scams
Google said the fake messages are part of a massive criminal network called "Lighthouse" that has stolen information through phishing and smishing scams.
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World's largest-known spider's web discovered in cave in Greece
The behavior, which had never been observed before, stunned scientists as, typically, the larger house spider would prey on its smaller neighbor.
Scientists discover new "lucifer" bee with devil-like horns
Kit Prendergast discovered the bee while surveying a critically endangered wildflower and was drawn to the insect's unique appearance.
Promising clinical trials for Alzheimer's
Recent studies have shown new antibody drugs to slow cognitive decline among people with early-onset Alzheimer's – a critical finding, given that the disease as of now has no cure. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook visits Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, which is conducting important research into treating the disease before symptoms arise. The clinical trials involve the 1 to 2 percent of people with Alzheimer's who are genetically predisposed to developing dementia. He also talks with philanthropist Bill Gates, who has already donated $300 million to support Alzheimer's research.
Embryo testing that predicts height, IQ
Herasight is a genetic screening company that charges $50,000 to allow hopeful parents to analyze embryos for genetic information like lifespan, height and IQ in life.
James Watson, co-discoverer of the shape of DNA, dies at 97
James D. Watson, who helped discover the structure of DNA, has died at 97 years old.
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Man charged with murder in mass shooting at South Carolina bar
Anferny Freeman, 27, was charged with murder in a mass shooting that killed four people and injured 15 people.
Trump on probing Epstein's relationships
President Trump posted on social media about calling on the Department of Justice and the FBI to investigate Jeffrey Epstein's apparent relationships with former President Bill Clinton, economist Larry Summers and other people and institutions. CBS News' Nikole Killion has more.
Alleged mafia member charged in multimillion dollar N.J. illegal sports betting ring
A New Jersey-based illegal sports betting ring allegedly headed up by a mafia member has been broken up, officials said Thursday.
More on White House's response on Epstein
President Trump avoided questions on the latest batch of Jeffrey Epstein files released by House Oversight Democrats. This comes as Republicans grapple with calls for the release of all the files related to Epstein. CBS News' Robert Costa and Nancy Cordes report.
Florida executes ex-Marine who abducted, raped and killed 6-year-old girl in 1979
A man convicted of killing a 6-year-old girl who was abducted from her bedroom has been executed in Florida, which was the record 16th death sentence carried out under Gov. Ron DeSantis.
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Blue Origin's New Glenn launches twin Mars probes
Blue Origin, owned by Jeff Bezos, plans to challenge SpaceX with the powerful, partially reusable New Glenn rocket.
Remote telescope farm helps far away stargazers beat light pollution
Customers send their telescopes to Starfront Observatories, where amateur stargazers can view the night sky unencumbered by artificial light.
Severe geomagnetic storm could bring northern lights to much of U.S.
A severe geomagnetic storm could cause widespread disruption to infrastructure technology and make northern lights visible for much of the northern half of the U.S.
Building the next space station
Astronauts opened the hatch to the International Space Station for the first time 25 years ago. The station will be retired at the end of the decade and there's a new type of space race on to replace it. CBS News' Mark Strassmann reports.
Trump re-nominates billionaire Jared Isaacman to run NASA
President Donald Trump is nominating Jared Isaacman to serve as his NASA administrator after all.
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Protests, arrests erupt outside ICE facility
Protests are growing outside a Broadview, Illinois, ICE facility on Friday. CBS Chicago has more.
Hegseth announces "Operation Southern Spear"
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced "Operation Southern Spear" in the Western Hemisphere as U.S. strikes continue in the region near Colombia and Venezuela. CBS News' Eleanor Watson reports.
Trump on probing Epstein's relationships
President Trump posted on social media about calling on the Department of Justice and the FBI to investigate Jeffrey Epstein's apparent relationships with former President Bill Clinton, economist Larry Summers and other people and institutions. CBS News' Nikole Killion has more.
Dolphins vs. Commanders in Madrid
NFL fans are in Madrid, Spain, for a historic match between the Miami Dolphins and the Washington Commanders. CBS News Miami's Mike Cugno reports.
Chinese astronauts return to Earth
A group of Chinese astronauts is back on Earth after being delayed by apparent space debris damage. CBS News' Errol Barnett reports.