Inside the world of Banana Ball
Savannah Bananas owner Jesse Cole dreamed of making baseball livelier and more fun. Now the team is taking its dances, acrobatics, and trick plays to sold-out stadiums across the U.S.
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In an MLB first, woman umpires regular-season game
On Saturday, Jen Powell became the first woman to umpire a Major League Baseball regular-season game. She made her debut at first base in Atlanta as the Braves faced the Miami Marlins.
MLB calls up first female umpire
This weekend, Jen Pawol will be the first female umpire in a regular season MLB game. She'll join the umpiring crew for the Marlins-Braves series in Atlanta. "CBS Saturday Morning" co-anchor Dana Jacobson reports.
Ichiro, Sabathia, Wagner enter Hall of Fame
Seattle Mariners legend Ichiro Suzuki, New York Yankees ace CC Sabathia and Houston Astros closer Billy Wagner were inducted in the Baseball Hall Of Fame's class of 2025 on Sunday.
National League wins All-Star Game in first-ever home run swing-off
Kyle Schwarber went 3 for 3 in the first All-Star Game home run swing-off to put the National League ahead 4-3 following a 6-6 tie in which the American League rallied from a six-run deficit.
Robot umpires a sign of our changing world
At Tuesday night's MLB All-Star Game, an automated system will monitor balls and strikes for the first time. With that in mind, John Dickerson shares his thoughts and questions about the world's unrelenting march into an unknown world of automation and artificial intelligence.
Ryan Dempster previews MLB's All-Star game
MLB Network analyst and 2013 World Series champion Ryan Demster joins CBS News to discuss this year's Midseason Classic and the upcoming second half of the 2025 Major League Baseball season.
A look at Jomboy Media's rise from podcast to MLB partner
MLB's new deal with Jomboy Media marks a strategic push to modernize fan engagement.
Cheating: As old as sports itself
The fallout from Major League Baseball's sign-stealing scandal has already cost three managers and a general manager their jobs. It has also called into question the legitimacy of the Houston Astros' 2017 World Series title. While the scandal has rocked baseball to the core, it turns out cheating is as old as sports itself. "CBS This Morning: Saturday" co-host Dan Jacobson reports.
Fallout of Astros cheating scandal
Major League Baseball investigators say the Houston Astros were involved in an elaborate spying scheme in 2017 when they won the World Series. Two of the team's leaders, Manager AJ Hinch and General Manager Jeff Luhnow, were fired Monday as a result. Manuel Bojorquez reports on how far the alleged cheating went.
Houston Astros hit with penalties
Major League Baseball hit the Houston Astros with harsh penalties for illegally using technology to gain an edge, stealing secret pitching signals used by opposing teams. Mark Strassmann has the latest.
Practice for the congressional baseball game
Republicans and Democrats geared up on Wednesday for the annual congressional baseball game. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett caught up with some of the players during practice.
Steve Scalise recalls 2017 baseball shooting
Nearly eight years ago, Louisiana Republican Steve Scalise, now the House majority leader, was at a practice for the congressional baseball game when a rifle-wielding left-wing extremist shot him. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett stopped by the field Wednesday morning to chat with Scalise about his survival story and the latest political headlines.
Nationals' fans celebrate their win in D.C.
Thousands turned out to cheer the Washington Nationals in D.C on Saturday after their first-ever World Series win. The Nationals have also accepted an invitation to visit the White House on Monday.
Ryan discusses Scalise's return to Capitol
House Speaker Paul Ryan tells Face the Nation how he reacted to Rep. Steve Scalise's return to Capitol Hill. Scalise was gravely injured in a shooting in June.
Gerardo Parra on Nationals' "Baby Shark"
The Washington Nationals made history when they won their first World Series last week. Outfielder Gerardo Parra helped turn things around for the Nationals when he joined the team in May. But he may be remembered more for giving the team a new anthem, "Baby Shark." Parra joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss how it became his walk-up song and whether he wants to stay with the Nationals.
Sportsmanlike conduct in Congress
When a shocking act of political violence occurred last week, Congress threw a curveball to those expecting politicians to pile on to the mudslinging. As Steve Hartman suggests, a baseball game between Republicans and Democrats demonstrated how lessons learned in Little League - about sportsmanship and respect - just might have a role in the way Congress goes about its work in the "big leagues" of power.
Calendar: Week of July 10
From the Juno spacecraft flyby of Jupiter's Great Red Spot to an honor for Disney villains, "Sunday Morning" takes a look at some notable events of the week ahead. Jane Pauley reports.
Calendar: Week of March 26
From the American Diabetes Association's Alert Day to the opening day of baseball season, "Sunday Morning" takes a look at some notable events of the week ahead. Jane Pauley reports.
Women's pro softball league premieres in U.S.
The inaugural season of a new women's professional softball league in the U.S. begins this weekend. Four teams will participate in the Athletes Unlimited Softball League's opening day on Saturday. Sports Illustrated staff writer Emma Baccellieri joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the AUSL and its new partnership with Major League Baseball.
New York Yankee
For George Steinbrenner, "owning the New York Yankees is like owning the Mona Lisa -- that's something you never sell." The notoriously blunt Steinbrenner sits down with correspondent Harry Reasoner and talks payroll, publicity, and the business of baseball. And, boy, can he talk!
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When the Chicago Cubs won the World Series last year, they ended the longest championship drought in professional sports. How'd they do it?
Baseball bats: An Andy Rooney classic
In 1981, Andy Rooney visited the Louisville Slugger factory to see how baseball bats are made
4/13/2025: Zelenskyy; Greenland; Banana Ball
First, Volodymyr Zelenskyy: The 2025 60 Minutes Interview. Then, a report from Greenland: where residents say they're not for sale, but they are open for business. And, a look inside the world of Banana Ball.
Inside the world of Banana Ball
Savannah Bananas owner Jesse Cole dreamed of making baseball livelier and more fun. Now the team is taking its dances, acrobatics, and trick plays to sold-out stadiums across the U.S.
What's wrong with Congress?
Lawmakers have ceded much of their authority to the president – and Washington has been plagued by gridlock.
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U.S. concludes 8th night of strikes on Iran after Iranian attack kills 2 U.S. soldiers
In addition to the two U.S. service members killed, a third is missing in action, U.S. Central Command said.
Homan says "I think body cameras are the way to go" after ICE shootings
White House border czar Tom Homan said "I think body cameras are the way to go" after fatal shootings by federal immigration officers in Texas and Maine earlier this month.
Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities kill 6 and expose defense gaps
One person was killed and 16 others wounded in the overnight Russian attack on Kyiv, local authorities said.
U.S. citizen who was trapped in Iran for a year is home, lawyer says
A U.S.-Iranian woman who was trapped in Iran on allegations of espionage and collaborating with a hostile state that her attorney called "bogus" departed the country earlier this week.
Body found at Boston home owned by husband of Rep. Ayanna Pressley
Boston police are investigating the discovery Saturday of a dead body that was found at a property that is owned by the husband of Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley.
Trump invites Mexico's president to World Cup final amid trade tensions
It will be the first meeting between President Trump and Sheinbaum since December after months of verbal sparring. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is also expected to attend.
Social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate arrested in Miami
Influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate have been arrested by federal authorities Saturday in Miami.
2 U.S. service members killed, 1 missing following Iranian strike on Jordan
U.S. forces launched a new round of airstrikes against Iran Saturday evening at the direction of President Trump following the deaths of two U.S. service members.
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2026 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina kicks off Sunday
Spain and Argentina will compete in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on Sunday.
Homan says "I think body cameras are the way to go" after ICE shootings
White House border czar Tom Homan said "I think body cameras are the way to go" after fatal shootings by federal immigration officers in Texas and Maine earlier this month.
Judge Ronald Gould on his MS: "Just take life a step at a time"
At 79, Ronald Gould, a federal judge on the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in Seattle, shoulders a full caseload despite living with progressive multiple sclerosis – a condition he faces with grit and a healthy dose of humor.
Pitch perfect: Developing natural grass for the World Cup
FIFA rules state that World Cup matches must be played on natural grass. For this year's tournament, scientifically-engineered sod (that can withstand playing conditions and differing climates) was deployed in stadiums with artificial turf.
How do Spain and Argentina stack up? World Cup final teams by the numbers.
Forty-eight nations competed in the largest FIFA World Cup in history and two are left standing, with Spain in search of its second World Cup title and Argentina shooting for back-to-back championships.
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Target recalls over 200,000 children's sandals due to choking risk
Target said it received 23 reports of the sandal's pearls falling off the shoe.
DOJ says it's no longer illegal to download TikTok on federal devices
The Justice Department determined this week a federal law banning TikTok from government devices no longer applies to the social video app.
Taylor Farms pulls iceberg lettuce linked to cyclosporiasis outbreak
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
Boomer wealth transfer will mostly benefit the already rich, report finds
Trillions of wealth passed down by the baby boomers will likely go to younger Americans who are already rich. Here's how much they'll get.
Coca-Cola temporarily halts production of Fairlife milk after cyberattack
A cybersecurity incident has forced Coca-Cola to suspend Fairlife milk production in the U.S. An investigation is underway.
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Transcript: Chris Krebs and David Becker on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 19, 2026
The following is the transcript of an interview with CBS News contributors Chris Krebs and David Becker that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on July 19, 2026.
Homan says "I think body cameras are the way to go" after ICE shootings
White House border czar Tom Homan said "I think body cameras are the way to go" after fatal shootings by federal immigration officers in Texas and Maine earlier this month.
Transcript: Sen. Mark Warner on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 19, 2026
The following is the transcript of an interview with Sen. Mark Warner, Democrat of Virginia, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on July 19, 2026.
Transcript: Border czar Tom Homan on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 19, 2026
The following is the transcript of an interview with Tom Homan, Trump administration border czar, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on July 19, 2026.
Transcript: New York Gov. Kathy Hochul on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 19, 2026
The following is the transcript of an interview with New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, a Democrat, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on July 19, 2026.
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Judge Ronald Gould on persevering despite his MS
Ronald Gould is a federal judge on the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in Seattle, one rung below the U.S. Supreme Court. At 79, he shoulders a full caseload despite living with progressive multiple sclerosis. He talks with CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook about working with MS, a condition he faces with grit and a healthy dose of humor. LaPook also talks with one of Gould's former law clerks, Karla Gilbride, an attorney who has been blind since birth.
Ted Danson with 4 tips on aging creatively
Studies show that having a positive outlook about aging, and having good social networks, can have positive health benefits, from preventing memory loss to a longer life expectancy. Actor Ted Danson presents "Sunday Morning" viewers with advice on how to embrace aging.
Healthcare costs associated with aging out of reach for many Americans
One New York couple depleted their retirement and savings accounts, paying out-of-pocket for healthcare, before they were able to access Medicaid funds.
Healthcare out of reach for many aging Americans
One New York couple depleted their retirement and savings accounts, paying out of pocket for healthcare before they were able to access Medicaid funds. They are among many Americans facing the same challenges. Jericka Duncan has the story.
Outbreak sparks race to remove contaminated lettuce
A cyclospora outbreak, which has sickened thousands of people nationwide, is believed to have been traced to contaminated lettuce from Mexico supplied by produce giant Taylor Farms. Ian Lee has the latest.
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2026 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina kicks off Sunday
Spain and Argentina will compete in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on Sunday.
Transcript: Chris Krebs and David Becker on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 19, 2026
The following is the transcript of an interview with CBS News contributors Chris Krebs and David Becker that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on July 19, 2026.
Transcript: Sen. Mark Warner on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 19, 2026
The following is the transcript of an interview with Sen. Mark Warner, Democrat of Virginia, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on July 19, 2026.
Transcript: Border czar Tom Homan on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 19, 2026
The following is the transcript of an interview with Tom Homan, Trump administration border czar, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on July 19, 2026.
Transcript: New York Gov. Kathy Hochul on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 19, 2026
The following is the transcript of an interview with New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, a Democrat, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on July 19, 2026.
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Sam Smith and the "gentle revolution" of "My Guy"
Rolling Stone writer Barry Walters, author of the music history "Mighty Real," says the latest ballad by British singer Sam Smith is a step forward from LGBTQ love songs being marginalized.
Sam Smith and the "gentle revolution" of "My Guy"
Rolling Stone writer Barry Walters, author of the music history "Mighty Real," says the latest ballad by British singer Sam Smith is a step forward from LGBTQ love songs being marginalized.
"Stuart Fails to Save the Universe": Comedy that breaks the rules (and the multiverse)
A new HBO Max comedy series – a spin-off from "The Big Bang Theory" – features comic book store owner Stuart Bloom (Kevin Sussman) as an unlikely action hero trying to restore order to a disintegrating universe. Luke Burbank talks with Sussman, co-star Lauren Lapkus, and series creators Chuck Lorre, Bill Prady and Zak Penn, about taking "The Big Bang Theory" characters into uncharted worlds.
Shania Twain on her "very long road" to getting it right
Throughout family hardships, divorce, and losing her voice to Lyme disease, Shania Twain became the top-selling female country artist of all time. She talks about her biographical new album, "Little Miss Twain," in which she reflects on her life with a smile.
Extended interview: Shania Twain
In this web exclusive, singer-songwriter Shania Twain, then performing at Wembley Stadium in London, talked with correspondent Seth Doane about the cathartic experience of creating her autobiographical new album, "Little Miss Twain."
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Can you spot an AI image? Quiz shows how difficult it has become.
An AI expert said the telltale signs people once relied on, such as distorted fingers, unnatural eyes, or other obvious visual flaws, have largely disappeared as technology has improved.
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.
Erin Brockovich on data center regulation
New York is now the first state to temporarily ban data center construction, paving the way for others to follow suit. Environmental advocate Erin Brockovich joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Mayor to homeowner losing sleep over data center plant: "Consider selling"
Noise from a Mississippi plant powering Elon Musk's xAI data centers in the area is causing migraines, ringing ears and sleepless nights, residents say.
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Wildfire smoke continues to shroud U.S.
Millions of people are enduring dangerous air quality as Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds the skies. Jonathan Overpeck, dean of the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan, explains how climate change is worsening wildfires.
How AI data centers impact the environment
New York has become the first state to impose a temporary moratorium on data center development while state lawmakers lay the groundwork to assess environmental and social impacts. Dr. Mike Weinstein, the director of sustainability at Southern New Hampshire University, explains what we know about the wider environmental impact data centers.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomer's name deciphered from ancient Mayan ruins for first time
The name "White-chested Fox" was found in drawings dating from 400 BC to 900 AD at the San Bartolo-Xultun archaeological site.
Disclosure Foundation head on new UFO files
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of UFO files, spanning 19 videos and more. Jordan Flowers, executive director of the Disclosure Foundation, joins CBS News to discuss.
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Boxer Hannah Rapp struck and killed in Texas; driver arrested
Deputies in Brazos County have arrested Charles Medina, 31, charging him with manslaughter.
Searching for Maya Millete
A young mother disappears. Investigators say her husband contacted spellcasters to put a hex on his wife so she wouldn't leave him. "48 Hours" contributor Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Where's Maya Millete? Family, friends continue search for missing California mom
A California mother disappears without a trace – did her husband try to have a hex put on her so she wouldn't leave him?
Feeding Our Future fraud ring's alleged No. 2 appears in court after Somalia arrest
Forty-two-year-old Abdikerm Eidleh appeared in federal court in St. Paul on Friday, just weeks after he was arrested in Mogadishu.
Agent in ME shooting has violent record: AP
The ICE officer who shot and killed a Maine man has a history of violent behavior, the Associated Press reports, citing interviews with family and court records. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez has the latest.
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Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomers discover sugar in space that's also found in raspberries
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
Mission launched to rescue a falling space telescope
Katalyst Space's LINK spacecraft is designed to capture and boost NASA's Swift observatory back to a safe altitude.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
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Becker on election officials' arrest threats
CBS News contributors David Becker and Chris Krebs joined "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" in the wake of President Trump's primetime speech last week accusing China of accessing election data. Meanwhile, Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said that if election officials do not secure elections, they could face fines or "depending on how far it goes, prison time." Becker said "hardly a week goes by where someone in this administration doesn't threaten election officials with arrest … it's become almost a running joke."
Homan: "Body cameras are the way to go"
Amid questions about immigration agents' actions in deadly shootings this month in Texas and Maine, Trump administration border czar Tom Homan told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that "I think body cameras are the way to go," adding that body cameras "let the American people know what that officer sees when he takes that action."
Face the Nation: Hochul, Homan, Moynihan
Missed the second half of the show? New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, White House border czar Tom Homan and Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan join the show.
Moynihan: "Affordability is a challenge"
Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that he has been hearing from customers that "affordability is a challenge" amid rising gas and food prices and inflation, but he added that "in the last couple months, we're seeing the wage growth of all income cohorts kind of coalesce together around 3 to 4% which is good."
Sen. Warner: Bases "on and off under attack"
In the wake of the deaths of two U.S. service members over the weekend at a Jordanian military base, Democratic Sen. Mark Warner of Virginia told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that "these bases have been on and off under attack" since the beginning of the war of Iran, which he described as a "war of choice."