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Boy with autism gets magical "Polar Express" experience after missing train

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 23:05:30 -0400

When this Arizona teen with autism was too overwhelmed to take a ride on "The Polar Express," the conductor personally visited him, giving him the gift he dreamed of.

Kanye West appears at Joel Osteen's Lakewood Church service

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 21:38:51 -0400

Kanye West made an appearance during Pastor Joel Osteen's service at Lakewood Church in Houston on Sunday. The mercurial rapper talked about his spiritual awakening and later performed at the church. KHOU-TV's Matt Dougherty reports.

"Sesame Street" was shaped by historically black New York communities

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 20:14:54 -0400

It has been 50 years since "Sesame Street" was created. Bryan Greene, freelance reporter for the Smithsonian Magazine, joins CBSN to discuss the show's roots.

Preview: The rules of Puppy Bowl

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 17:06:19 -0400

This Sunday brings an epic gridiron showdown: The 14th annual Puppy Bowl, featuring 90 puppies from shelters and rescue organizations competing in a game scoring high in cuteness. In a behind-the-scenes report to air on "Sunday Morning," correspondent Richard Schlesinger gets a lesson in the rules of Puppy Bowl from referee Dan Schachner.

Documentary filmmaker Ken Burns on "The Takeout" — 9/17/2021

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 11:22:04 -0500

Documentarian Ken Burns discussed his new PBS docuseries "Muhammad Ali," which chronicles the life of the iconic boxer and his legacy on sports, politics and much more, on this week's episode of "The Takeout with Major Garrett."

Former NFL player Emmanuel Acho's new book pushes readers out of their comfort zones

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 13:55:16 -0400

Emmanuel Acho, former NFL linebacker, bestselling author and host of the video series "Uncomfortable Conversations With a Black Man," joined CBS News' Vladimir Dutheirs to talk about his latest book "Illogical: Saying Yes to a Life Without Limits."

A look at the 76th annual Golden Globes ceremony

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 13:19:25 -0500

This year's ceremony, honoring the best in TV and film, likely has awards in store for Bradley Cooper's Oscar front-runner "A Star Is Born," Yorgos Lanthimos' period romp "The Favourite" and the Amazon comedy series "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel." Andy Samberg and Sandra Oh will host Sunday night's broadcast. Christopher Rosen, executive in charge at TVGuide.com, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with a preview.

Roy Wood Jr. on "The Takeout" — 4/9/2021

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 00:31:06 -0500

Comedian and "The Daily Show" correspondent Roy Wood Jr. talks with Major about the future of stand-up comedy in a post-COVID world, the intersection of race and comedy, and how comedy has become a "bizarro form of journalism" on this week's episode of "The Takeout with Major Garrett."

Alabama and Georgia to face off in 2022 College Football National Championship

Mon, 10 Jan 2022 18:24:02 -0500

The Alabama Crimson Tide and the Georgia Bulldogs are set to kick off in the 2022 College Football National Championship tonight in Indianapolis. Scott Pioli, a CBS News sports analyst and a front-office analyst for the NFL Network who is also a former NFL executive and five-time Super Bowl champion, joins CBSN to preview the big game.

Bob Saget, beloved comedian and "Full House" star, has died at 65

Sun, 09 Jan 2022 22:53:01 -0500

Bob Saget, the comedian best known for his role as Danny Tanner on "Full House" has died, his family confirmed Sunday. He was 65. There was no evidence of foul play, the Orange County Sheriff's Office in Florida said. CBSN Los Angeles reports.

Sidney Poitier, trailblazing actor and activist, dies at age 94

Fri, 07 Jan 2022 16:26:02 -0500

Legendary actor Sidney Poitier has died at the age of 94. The Oscar-winner's celebrated career, which included films like "In the Heat of the Night" and "Guess Who's Coming to Dinner," helped open doors for countless others in Hollywood. "Entertainment Tonight" co-host Kevin Frazier joins CBSN with more on Poitier's legacy.

Twin French TV stars die after contracting COVID-19

Tue, 04 Jan 2022 18:21:01 -0500

Twin French TV stars Igor and Grichka Bogdanoff, who were known for hosting a science-fiction-and-fact show in the 1980s, died at the age of 72 after contracting COVID-19. They were not vaccinated against the coronavirus, and friends said the pair believed their healthy lifestyle would protect them, according to BBC News. Vladimir Duthiers has more.

Sophia Bush talks new CBS medical drama "Good Sam"

Tue, 04 Jan 2022 15:25:03 -0500

Actress Sophia Bush joins CBSN to discuss the new CBS medical drama "Good Sam" premiering tomorrow at 10 p.m. ET, and her "One Tree Hill" podcast.

Remembering NFL legend John Madden

Wed, 29 Dec 2021 22:22:01 -0500

The sports world is mourning the loss of Hall of Fame coach and longtime broadcaster John Madden, who died Tuesday at the age of 85. CBS special correspondent James Brown takes a look back at Madden's monumental career. Then, CBS Sports analyst and two-time Super Bowl champion Bryant McFadden joins CBSN with more on the personal impact Madden had on his career and beyond.

Francis Ford Coppola supports Haitian director

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 15:50:02 -0500

Legendary director Francis Ford Coppola is helping support a Haitian filmmaker. He saw Gessica Généus' work after it won a special prize at the Cannes Film Festival. He also championed for it to be nominated for an Academy Award. Vladimir Duthiers spoke to Généus about what Coppola's support means to her.

NFL wraps up Week 12 as teams fight for divisions' top spots

Mon, 29 Nov 2021 23:09:02 -0500

The NFL completed Week 12 of the season as Tom Brady's Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeated the Indianapolis Colts in the final minute of the game Sunday and Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers overcame a toe injury to clinch Green Bay's victory over the Los Angeles Rams. CBS Sports senior NFL reporter Jonathan Jones joins CBSN to break down the latest across the league.

Grammy Award nominations for Jon Batiste, Justin Bieber, Olivia Rodrigo, Doja Cat and more

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 15:06:00 -0500

Entertainment Tonight's Kevin Frazier joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero with a look at the 2022 Grammy Awards nominees, including Jon Batiste. He tops the list with 11 nominations, including an album of the year nod for "We Are" and for record of the year with "Freedom," a feel-good ode to the city of New Orleans. The 64th Annual Grammy Awards will take place on January 31, 2022, and will air on CBS and Paramount+.

Judge dissolves Britney Spears' conservatorship after 13 years

Sat, 13 Nov 2021 04:21:47 -0500

Britney Spears' fans celebrated outside of Los Angeles Superior Court Friday after a judge terminated a conservatorship that has controlled the pop star's personal life and finances since 2008. CBS News' Carter Evans reports. Then, Carolyn Reinach Wolf, an executive partner and director of mental health law at the firm Abrams Fensterman, joins CBSN's Lana Zak with her legal analysis.

Preview of Adele's concert special and interview with Oprah Winfrey

Fri, 12 Nov 2021 18:54:02 -0500

Adele is back on the stage for a CBS concert special. The singer-songwriter talks with Oprah Winfrey and performs never-before-heard songs from her new album, "30," as well as old favorites. "CBS Mornings" host Gayle King joins CBSN to talk more about "Adele One Night Only," airing Sunday, November 14 on CBS and Paramount+.

Investigating safety and security issues at deadly Astroworld festival

Tue, 09 Nov 2021 16:40:02 -0500

At least eight people were killed and dozens of others injured at the Astroworld music festival as a massive crowd surged toward the stage. CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano joins CBSN AM from Houston with the latest.

Quarterback Aaron Rodgers sidelined after contracting COVID-19

Sun, 07 Nov 2021 17:21:48 -0500

Green Bay Packers Quarterback Aaron Rodgers has been sidelined after contracting COVID-19. Rodgers is under fire for telling reporters in August that he was "immunized," despite not taking one of three CDC-approved coronavirus vaccines. Josina Anderson, senior NFL insider for CBS Sports HQ, joins CBSN's Lana Zak for more.

Police looking into claims of drug spiking incident at music festival, source says

Sun, 07 Nov 2021 02:20:08 -0500

A source close to the Astroworld Festival told CBS News that police are looking into a drug spiking incident in a targeted area of the festival — a targeted attack on innocent people, including a child — after at least eight people died Friday night. Also, David Persse, the chief medical officer of the city of Houston, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the incident. And, event organizer and performer Travis Scott releases a statement on the deadly stampede.

CBSN Originals preview: Ghost Light: The Year Broadway Went Dark

Thu, 04 Nov 2021 13:05:40 -0400

A new CBSN Originals documentary takes a look at how performers, directors and other Broadway staffers survived after COVID-19 forced theaters to shut their doors. Christina Capatides, the documentary's producer, spoke with Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers on CBSN about why she felt this story was so important to cover, as well as the way the shutdown affected workers' finances and mental health.

Queen Elizabeth II urges bold action on climate change at U.N. summit

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 20:43:02 -0400

Britain's Queen Elizabeth II called on world leaders to take urgent action on climate change in a video message at the U.N. climate summit in Scotland. The 95-year-old monarch was due to attend the event in person, but she pulled out following doctors' orders to rest. BBC News correspondent Daniela Relph has the latest news from Buckingham Palace.

New book "Mothertrucker" addresses abusive relationships, journey to find empowerment and peace

Tue, 02 Nov 2021 20:52:49 -0400

Amy Butcher, author of the new book "Mothertrucker," shares her story with Tanya Rivero and explains why she found ice-road trucker Joy Wiebe so inspirational.

Transgender Netflix employees and allies plan walkout over David Chappelle's new special

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 13:55:02 -0400

Netflix employees are planning a virtual protest Wednesday against the release of Dave Chappelle's most recent stand up comedy special. NPR TV critic Eric Deggans wrote about the comedian's sixth Netflix special and says Chappelle went too far. He joins CBSN to discuss.

Netflix fires employee who allegedly leaked information about Dave Chappelle's recent special "The Closer"

Sat, 16 Oct 2021 21:52:54 -0400

Netflix is facing anger in its ranks and in public for streaming a controversial new program from comedian Dave Chappelle. Variety senior film writer Matt Donnelly joins CBSN to discuss more.

Former "Hamilton" cast member files complaint over alleged discrimination

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 20:33:00 -0400

Suni Reid, who performed in "Hamilton" for four years, was terminated in September.

Robert Hartwell on teaching the next generation of Broadway stars

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 22:06:55 -0400

Robert Hartwell, founder and artistic director of "The Broadway Collective," joins CBSN to discuss the return of Broadway and his group's new intensive training program for teens aged 12 to 18 called "Broadway's Open."

Lori Loughlin to star in first role since college admissions scandal

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 15:25:00 -0400

Lori Loughlin is set to return to acting this holiday season following a two-month prison sentence for her role in the college admissions cheating scandal. The actress, best known for the sitcoms "Full House" and "Fuller House," will guest star in the Hallmark Channel's "When Hope Calls." CBSN's Tanya Rivero reports.