Junior Seau's family settles wrongful death lawsuit with NFL
Junior Seau's family settles with NFL over 2012 suicide
Understanding CTE
Impact
A brain disease best known for impacting football players who suffered concussions is now being found in soldiers
Scientists seek veterans to help treat CTE
Researchers are trying to prevent and treat CTE, the brain disease caused by repetitive head trauma – including combat blasts. Here's how vets can help
NCAA accused of failing to protect football players from head injuries
The NCAA is facing four wrongful death lawsuits, as one widow describes the "worst nightmare" seeing her late husband suffer
Family blames football for child's early death as new CTE data emerges
One California family whose son began playing football at 9 years old is blaming the sport for his early death
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
Omalu on concussions and brain damage
The forensic pathologist and CTE researcher discusses how the brain works and the permanent impact of just one blow to the head from playing football.
"There is no safe blow to the head"
Exposing human beings to repeated risk factors, such as repeated blows to the head, is medically unethical, says Dr. Bennet Omalu, forensic pathologist who was the first to identify chronic traumatic encephalopathy in fotoball players. CTE is degenerative brain disease caused by repeated trauma to the head.
Head impact, not just concussion, may lead to CTE
New research looks into the causes of the degenerative brain disease called chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE
"48 Hours" Special
Former NFL star and convicted murderer Aaron Hernandez made headlines throughout his life. Many questions are still raised about his suicide and the effect CTE had on him. Senior Executive Producer of "48 Hours," Susan Zirinsky, joined CBSN to talk about the upcoming special, "All-American Murder."
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RT's editor-in-chief on election meddling, being labeled Russian propaganda; Predicting crime in Chicago; and, Combat veterans coming home with CTE
Impact
A brain disease best known for impacting football players who suffered concussions is now being found in soldiers
Scientists seek veterans
Researchers are trying to prevent and treat CTE, the brain disease caused by repetitive head trauma – including combat blasts. Here's how vets can help
Scientists seek veterans to help treat CTE
Researchers are trying to prevent and treat CTE, the brain disease caused by repetitive head trauma - including combat blasts. Here's how vets can help
CTE in veterans
Millions have been spent on research into traumatic brain injuries suffered by football players. Turns out, many veterans return from combat with the same kind of injuries. In a report for Sunday's "60 Minutes," Sharyn Alfonsi spoke with Dr. Ann McKee, the chief neuropathologist at the Boston VA.
Combat vets with CTE
CTE, the brain disease that has been found in 110 of 111 deceased NFL players, has been found in 65 percent of studied combat vets
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
CBS Sports highlights
Lawyers for Aaron Hernandez say he suffered from "severe" CTE brain damage. And after a young fan was injured by a foul ball at Yankee stadium, a number of MLB teams will extend their netting. However, the New York Yankees are not one of them. CBS Sports' Bill Reiter, the host of "Reiter Than You," joins CBSN with more.
Study: Hernandez had CTE
A study that came out Thursday said former football star Aaron Hernandez had a severe form of CTE, a degenerative brain disease found in people who have received repeated blows to the head. Hernandez took his life earlier this year in prison. James Brown reports.
Attorney: Aaron Hernandez had "severe" CTE, lawsuit filed
Former NFL star committed suicide in prison where he was serving a life sentence for murder
NFL brain disease
A study out this week involving more than 100 deceased NFL players showed that 99 percent of them had the degenerative brain disease CTE. Two days after the study was released, a player for the Baltimore Ravens abruptly announced his retirement. Roxanna Saberi has more.
New brain disease study
A new study suggests that the brain-damaging disease CTE is much more prevalent in football players and it's more easily caused than first thought. CBS Sports columist Bill Reiter joins us now with more.
Dr. Agus on football brain study: "This is a major issue"
In a conversation on "CBS This Morning," Dr. David Agus spoke about the concern of CTE affecting football players of all ages.
Football brain trauma study
The largest study of brain trauma in football players reveals the risks to players of all ages. Researchers at Boston University examined the brains of 111 deceased NFL players. They found signs of the disease CTE in 110 players. Families of the former players donated the brains after they suspected injuries. Dr. David Agus joins "CBS This Morning" from Los Angeles to talk about results of the study, athletes' potential to sustain head injuries and how to prevent CTE.
Brain disease found in over 100 former football players
Study finds widespread evidence of chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE, a brain disease linked with repeated head blows
Health
Jazzercise: Fit at 50
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9/11 first responder spending his last days fighting for victims' fund
Despite everything Luis Alvarez has been through, he said he would "absolutely in a heartbeat" do the same thing
Wisconsin governor vetoes 4 abortion bills
Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin said some of the claims made in support of the legislation were "inflammatory, offensive and blatantly false"
Planned Parenthood says Missouri will not renew license to perform abortions
"The fate of abortion access in Missouri now rests in a court's hands," Planned Parenthood said
Restaurants could be first to get genetically modified salmon
Companies like AquaBounty are ready to serve up genetically altered fish, though consumer groups urge caution
Surgery scam involved doctor kickbacks and fake hardware
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Appeals court allows Trump abortion rules to take effect
The new rules ban taxpayer-funded clinics from making abortion referrals and prohibit clinics that receive federal money from sharing office space with abortion providers
Hospital's in utero surgery repairs baby's birth defect
Surgery was performed when the fetus was at 23 weeks gestation – the baby girl was born, healthy, three months later
How to get a good night's sleep during long summer days
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Surprise medical bills: Congress aims to ease the pain
Millions of people, even those with solid coverage, can get hit with astronomical bills for out-of-network charges
Study: 1 out of 6 hospital trips result in "surprise" medical bills
A report by the Kaiser Family Foundation finds that millions with solid coverage from large employers are exposed to "out-of-network" charges that can amount to thousands
9/11 first responder who testified with Jon Stewart enters hospice
Retired NYPD detective Lou Alvarez tugged at hearts with his testimony on day before what was to be his 69th round of chemotherapy
Driving while high: Offenders don't think they'll be arrested
AAA says in the last 30 days, almost 15 million drivers got behind the wheel within an hour of using marijuana
Trump vows to cure cancer and eradicate AIDS
"We will push onward with new medical frontiers," President Trump said at his campaign kickoff rally
How endometriosis interferes with pregnancy and disrupts women's lives
The disease impacts an estimated ten percent of women during their reproductive years
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Most see progress in ending LGBTQ discrimination
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"Dog the Bounty Hunter" star in medically induced coma
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Reporter cursed by Mets manager, charged by pitcher after game
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South Carolina Democratic voters urge unity
This offered some refuge to Joe Biden, who landed here after facing a torrent of criticism from his 2020 rivals for his comments about his ability to work with known segregationists
2 Texas airports halted flights over temporary communications issue
The FAA said radio communications were interrupted at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport and Dallas Love Field on Sunday night
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Most see progress in ending LGBTQ discrimination
CBS News poll finds record high support for same-sex marriage, but most say some discrimination still exists
South Carolina Democratic voters urge unity
This offered some refuge to Joe Biden, who landed here after facing a torrent of criticism from his 2020 rivals for his comments about his ability to work with known segregationists
2020 Sunday Trail Markers: What to know about the Democratic debates
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Buttigieg faces off with residents in tense, raw South Bend town hall
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Kamala Harris: Concerns about my prosecutorial record are "overblown"
The Democratic presidential candidate defends her record as "smart on crime"
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Opposition party wins Istanbul mayoral election, defying Erdogan
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Air Canada passenger says she was abandoned on plane
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GOP lawmaker says U.S. should cripple Iranian economy
Rep. Michael McCaul said crippling sanction will force the Iranian government to the negotiating table
Top Democrat says Trump "legitimately torn" on Iran response
Rep. Adam Smith nevertheless criticized the administration's strategy, saying officials are deeply divided on how to approach rising tensions with Iran
Bodies of 7 missing climbers removed from Nanda Devi East in India
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Flying Wallendas traverse Times Square on a high wire
Two siblings started on opposite sides of 1,300-foot wire strung between skyscrapers and crossed each other in the middle
Highest-grossing movies of all time, ranked
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"Toy Story 4" brings to life a sluggish summer box office
The opening for "Toy Story 4" followed a string of disappointing sequels including "Dark Phoenix," "Godzilla: King of the Monsters" and "Men in Black: International"
Sherry Lansing, on life in Hollywood, and life since Hollywood
The producer, the first woman to head a major film studio, became a role model in a male-dominated industry, before – at the top of her game – boldly leaving the business altogether
Hollywood pioneer Sherry Lansing on life behind the scenes
The former actress and producer, and the first woman to head a major film studio, became a role model in a male-dominated industry. Then, while at the top of her game, she boldly left the business altogether. Mo Rocca reports.
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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
Iranian hackers wage cyber campaign amid tensions with US
Hackers believed to be working for the Iranian government have targeted U.S. government agencies, as well as sectors of the economy
For Apple, scaling back in China is easier said than done
Although the tech giant is eager to avoid tariffs, shifting some of its production out of China could take years
Making "The Jetsons" a reality: The first flying, self-driving cars are coming
"A lot of us grew up watching 'The Jetsons' and thought that was far-fetched. The reality is here today"
New Harry Potter augmented reality game released
Wands at the ready! The new Harry Potter augmented reality game is here early
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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
Seal learns to sing "Star Wars" theme song
A grey seal named Zola was a standout
Nature up close: Getting rid of the lawn mower (and your lawn, too)
Instead of spending time and money to maintain a monoculture that is actually damaging to our environment, follow these suggestions on how to let your yard go wild
Health
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Jazzercise: Fit at 50
Long before crossfit became a fad and spinning a sensation, there was the dance-based workout that – now half a century old – is alive and kicking
9/11 first responder spending his last days fighting for victims' fund
Despite everything Luis Alvarez has been through, he said he would "absolutely in a heartbeat" do the same thing
Wisconsin governor vetoes 4 abortion bills
Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin said some of the claims made in support of the legislation were "inflammatory, offensive and blatantly false"
Planned Parenthood says Missouri will not renew license to perform abortions
"The fate of abortion access in Missouri now rests in a court's hands," Planned Parenthood said
Restaurants could be first to get genetically modified salmon
Companies like AquaBounty are ready to serve up genetically altered fish, though consumer groups urge caution
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"Something new": Surprise weddings
Are you the spontaneous type? Then you might be someone to throw a "surprise wedding," with none of the angst, doting mother's advice or fighting bridesmaids to contend with
U.S. team, U.S. Soccer agree to mediate gender discrimination lawsuit
The U.S. team won its first three games of the tournament and is scheduled to play Spain in the knockout stage
U.S. blacklists Chinese supercomputing groups
Commerce Department cuts the companies off from American tech, saying they pose a threat to national security
For Apple, scaling back in China is easier said than done
Although the tech giant is eager to avoid tariffs, shifting some of its production out of China could take years
Dow joins S&P 500 in notching new all-time high
Buoyed by the Fed, investors shrug off concerns about an economic slowdown and ongoing trade tensions
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Crime
Buttigieg pledges to take racist officers off the force
South Bend mayor and 2020 Democratic presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg faced his constituents at a tense town hall Sunday afternoon following the fatal shooting one week ago of Eric Logan, an African American man, by South Bend Police Sgt. Ryan O'Neill, a white police officer.
Man in Wisconsin charged in death of 5-year-old who found gun
Michael Moore, 25, is charged with neglecting a child resulting in death; he could face up to 25 years in prison if convicted
Kamala Harris: Concerns about my prosecutorial record are "overblown"
The Democratic presidential candidate defends her record as "smart on crime"
Was the fatal shooting of a college football player justified?
"48 Hours" goes inside a family's mission to restore their student-athlete son's reputation seven years after he was fatally shot by a police officer
Sacramento police say bodycam footage shows officer ambushed
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Space
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.
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
NASA to land 1st woman on moon as part of Artemis mission
NASA's project aims to bring human beings back to the moon by 2024
NASA spots "Star Trek" Starfleet logo on Mars
Hopefully, it finds some aliens sporting Vulcan salutes next
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Deadliest highway in every state
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Mount Everest deaths: Inside a deadly climbing season
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Indian paramilitary soldiers have reached the bodies of seven people from an eight-member team of international climbers believed to have been killed on a notoriously dangerous Himalayan mountain, an official said Sunday. The team, including two Americans, had been missing on Nanda Devi East for nearly a month.
Buttigieg pledges to take racist officers off the force
South Bend mayor and 2020 Democratic presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg faced his constituents at a tense town hall Sunday afternoon following the fatal shooting one week ago of Eric Logan, an African American man, by South Bend Police Sgt. Ryan O'Neill, a white police officer.
The inventor turning plant life into biofuel
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Kamala Harris defends her record on crime
Critics say Kamala Harris didn't do enough to advance the rights of defendants and protect those in low-income communities when she was a prosecutor in California. The presidential candidate defends her record in an interview with CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe.
Inside the corruption allegations plaguing Malta
The smallest nation in the European Union is earning an unsavory reputation, with a series of scandals involving allegations of bribery, cronyism and money laundering. Jon Wertheim reports.