Kaepernick: I Didn't Convert To Islam
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick told reporters Wednesday he's not Muslim following online claims that he was converting to Islam after protesting the national anthem.
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San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick told reporters Wednesday he's not Muslim following online claims that he was converting to Islam after protesting the national anthem.
Colin Kaepernick's jersey sales have skyrocketed since he began refusing to stand for the national anthem, but the 49ers quarterback is not looking to profit financially from the spotlight.
President Barack Obama says the NFL quarterback who is refusing to stand for the national anthem is the latest in a long line of professional athletes who have exercised their constitutional right to make a statement about social issues.
With his silent gestures of protest, Kaepernick intends to keep drawing attention to a litany of American problems — and he's no longer alone.
Photos have surfaced of the 49ers quarterback, who stirred controversy last week by refusing to stand for the national anthem, wearing socks at practice showing a cartoon pig wearing a police hat.
It appears Colin Kaepernick might have a hard time trying to find a job in the NFL if the San Francisco 49ers release him.
Military veterans are taking to Twitter to back Colin Kaepernick's stance on not standing for the national anthem.
Colin Kaepernick plans to sit through the national anthem for as long as he feels is appropriate and until he sees significant progress in America -- specifically when it comes to race relations.
The San Francisco 49ers made Oregon Ducks' defensive end DeFroest Buckner the seventh overall pick in the 2016 NFL Draft. Here is what 49ers fans can expect from the newest member of their once proud defense.
Earlier this month, New York was reportedly one of three teams discussing a trade for the disgruntled QB.
Word of the trade talks is further indication negotiations between the Jets and free agent quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick are at an impasse.
Word of the request came Thursday, a day after San Francisco general manager Trent Baalke and new coach Chip Kelly both said they believed Kaepernick would be back with the team in 2016.
Once franchise quarterbacks, RG3 and Colin Kaepernick are unwanted by their own teams. Will another NFL team give them a chance?
Colin Kaepernick reportedly wants to be a New York Jet, but the feeling isn't mutual.
"He's not happy with the organization, and he has professional and personal reasons for wanting to play for the Jets," the Daily News' Manish Mehta told WFAN's Joe Benigno and Evan Roberts on Wednesday.
Colin Kaepernick reportedly wants to fly with the Jets next season.
For fans, the hiring of a coach should be accompanied by, at the very least, a renewed sense of hope that better days are ahead.
There have been some great Super Bowls in the 49 years of the big event, including last season's thrilling New England win over Seattle in the final minute of the game. On the flip side of the coin, there have been some downright dogs. And when we say dogs, we're putting it kindly. In fact, you could probably say the following 10 games were nothing short of massacres.
The 52-year-old Kelly was fired by Philadelphia after Week 16 with one game left in his third season as coach.
It's the second known for interview for the 69-year-old former Giants coach, who stepped down last week after 12 seasons in New York.
The Seattle Seahawks continued their defensive dominance of the San Francisco 49ers on Thursday night, sacking Colin Kaepernick six times in a 20-3 victory in a matchup of recent NFC Super Bowl representatives.
CBS Sports' Ian Eagle took some time to speak on three big games coming up this week including a huge NFC match-up on Thursday Night Football between two desperate teams.
A big time NFC West match-up between the Seattle Seahawks and the San Francisco 49ers highlights Week 7 of Thursday Night Football.
The Seattle Seahawks entered the 2015 NFL season with high expectations while the San Francisco 49ers entered the season with more questions than answers.
Eli Manning engineered his 27th career game-winning, fourth-quarter drive, connecting with Larry Donnell on a 12-yard touchdown pass with 21 seconds left, giving the Giants a 30-27 victory over the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday.
The NYPD took more than 20 people into custody after a Knicks watch party in the area of Bryant Park became violent.
The Knicks' 13-game win streak may be over, but fans still believe a championship title is on the horizon.
The authors described their novel as a uniquely New York tale of two women coming together to bring down a mob and its most fearsome mobster.
Three people are injured, including a teenager, after a shooting at a home on East 140th Street in the Mott Haven section of the Bronx Monday night, police said.
Victor Wembanyama had 32 points, eight rebounds and six assists in his first NBA Finals win, carrying the Spurs to a 115-111 victory over the Knicks in Game 3 on Monday night.
The NYPD took more than 20 people into custody after a Knicks watch party in the area of Bryant Park became violent.
The Knicks' 13-game win streak may be over, but fans still believe a championship title is on the horizon.
Three people are injured, including a teenager, after a shooting at a home on East 140th Street in the Mott Haven section of the Bronx Monday night, police said.
Victor Wembanyama had 32 points, eight rebounds and six assists in his first NBA Finals win, carrying the Spurs to a 115-111 victory over the Knicks in Game 3 on Monday night.
Donald Trump was booed loudly by fans inside Madison Square Garden when he was shown on video screens during the national anthem prior to Game 3 of the NBA Finals on Monday.
The Stamford Fire Department said high winds ripped the 3,000-square-foot flag off the pole atop the WWE building and sent it flying into electrical wires.
Storms hit the New York City area on Saturday, bringing damaging winds, hail and downpours across the region.
It's unseasonably warm in New York City on Wednesday as humidity adds to the summer-like weather. There's also a slight chance for showers in parts of the Tri-State Area.
It's back to feeling like spring, and even summer on some days, as warm weather and sunshine return to the New York area.
A final round of showers is moving through the New York area in the morning before the rest of the week turns much drier and warmer.
Rescue crews determined the woman fell down the chute and got stuck on a pile of backed-up trash at the Hackensack apartment building.
Tensions rose once again this weekend outside Delaney Hall in Newark after the mayor scaled back local law enforcement.
For half a century, The Valerie Fund has been dedicated to providing care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
Storms hit the New York City area on Saturday, bringing damaging winds, hail and downpours across the region.
A New Jersey nonprofit called The Valerie Fund is celebrating 50 years of providing comprehensive care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
Prosecutors on Long Island announced a crackdown on what they're calling serial shoplifting.
An 18-year-old pleaded guilty Thursday to murder and weapons charges in connection to a deadly shooting at a Long Island house party in 2025.
Storms hit the New York City area on Saturday, bringing damaging winds, hail and downpours across the region.
EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, who is from Long Island, returned to his home turf Friday to spread the word on what is right with the agency.
A Long Island jury found Steven Schwally guilty of 2nd degree murder for ramming his car into a Deer Park nail salon while drunk.
Donald Trump was booed loudly by fans inside Madison Square Garden when he was shown on video screens during the national anthem prior to Game 3 of the NBA Finals on Monday.
"The people are there to see these two teams play," Bill Bradley said of President Trump's plan to attend Game 3 of the NBA Finals on Monday night.
Leaders of the Penn Station renovation unveiled a bold new design with a soaring Eighth Avenue entrance and bright concourses.
The Trump administration on Monday announced it is seeking to revoke the citizenship of 17 U.S. citizens accused of immigration fraud.
Brad Lander is endorsed by Mayor Mamdani and Rep. Dan Goldman is backed by Gov. Hochul in a race that's turned into one of New York's hottest of 2026.
For half a century, The Valerie Fund has been dedicated to providing care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
A New Jersey nonprofit called The Valerie Fund is celebrating 50 years of providing comprehensive care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is urging people to donate blood ahead of the summer months.
There's no vaccine for the Bourbon virus, nor medicine to treat it, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Marie Francillion was diagnosed with lung cancer after she was feeling heartburn and shoulder pain. She said she's able to remain hopeful and spend more time with her family because of a different type of treatment.
"Schmigadoon!" — which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 — won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.
The Broadway revival of the musical (nominated for 11 Tony Awards) depicts drama, joy and heartbreak in the pursuit of the American Dream at the turn of the 20th century, with parallels to the contemporary world, from issues of race to the immigrant experience.
Madonna performed a surprise concert in Times Square weeks before the release of her "Confessions II" album.
Knicks superfan Spike Lee stopped by CBS Mornings to give his thoughts as the Knicks get set to play in the NBA Finals, and he offered his prediction, too.
The 25th edition of the film and media festival opens on Wednesday, showcasing more than 100 world premiere documentaries and narrative features, as well as short films, live music, podcasts and conversations with leading entertainment figures.
The NYPD took more than 20 people into custody after a Knicks watch party in the area of Bryant Park became violent.
The Knicks' 13-game win streak may be over, but fans still believe a championship title is on the horizon.
Victor Wembanyama had 32 points, eight rebounds and six assists in his first NBA Finals win, carrying the Spurs to a 115-111 victory over the Knicks in Game 3 on Monday night.
Cody Bellinger hit a two-run single with the bases loaded in the 10th inning and the Yankees defeated the Guardians 7-5 on Monday night.
"The people are there to see these two teams play," Bill Bradley said of President Trump's plan to attend Game 3 of the NBA Finals on Monday night.
Harlem's historic Cotton Club recently announced it was up for sale. The news comes as jazz clubs across the borough disappear.
Jasir Gipson was shot by a stray bullet at 5 years old while walking with his mother. More than a decade later, he's graduating from high school with nothing but a smile.
Garbage piling up near freight train tracks is frustrating many Maspeth residents.
Residents and elected officials are urging the MTA to reopen the Long Island Rail Road's former Elmhurst station, arguing that the neighborhood has outgrown its current transit options.
Before there was a Brooklyn, there was a flagpole, and since the earliest days of our country, it stood as a symbol of freedom and self-determination.
People dressed in elaborate headgear and paraded up Fifth Avenue for New York City's Easter Sunday tradition.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The annual Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival was held in Manhattan on April 20, 2025.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Kabin is a Nordic establishment in Soho in Manhattan that is preparing to host the country's loyal fans for the World Cup. CBS News New York's Luis Miguel Echegaray reports.
A family on the Upper East Side known for decorating their home's stoop, decked it out with Knicks decorations in honor of the NBA Finals. CBS News New York's Aziza Shuler reports.
Video shows fights breaking out and clashes with police near the Knicks watch party during Game 3 Monday night.
The Mark Hotel on Manhattan's Upper East Side is selling a $1 million package for the World Cup final in New Jersey.
Three people are injured, including a teenager, after a shooting in the Mott Haven section of the Bronx Monday night, according to police. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
