Referee who survived heart attack reunites with player who saved him
John Sculli, a basketball referee, was officiating a semi-pro game when he collapsed.
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Ref reunites with player who saved his life
John Sculli suffered an on-court "widow maker" heart attack while officiating a semi-pro basketball game last June. Player Myles Copeland rushed to Sculli's side, performed CPR, and saved his life. The two recently reunited in the gym where it all happened. Steve Hartman has their story in "On the Road."
Tom Brady joins Las Vegas Aces ownership group
Recently retired NFL legend Tom Brady has acquired an ownership stake in the WNBA's Las Vegas Aces. The Aces won the 2022 WNBA title.
Charles Barkley | Sunday on 60 Minutes
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Gonzaga, Kansas State advance to Elite 8
Last night's NCAA tournament games were instant classics. Peter Keating and Jordan Brenner, both contributors to The Athletic and co-hosts of The Underdogs podcast, join CBS News to break down the action and preview tonight's games.
NCAA women's Sweet 16 preview
The Sweet 16 in the women's NCAA basketball tournament begins today. Two top seeds remain as the road to a national championship continues. CBS Sports writer Isabel Gonzalez joined Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green to discuss South Carolina's dominance, Caitlin Clark's stellar season and UConn's potential Final Four run.
March Madness continues with Sweet 16
The men's NCAA basketball tournament continues with Sweet 16 match-ups tipping off Thursday. Gonzaga will face off against UCLA in a rematch of their 2021 tournament thriller. The Washington Post sports reporter Matt Bonesteel joined CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green to discuss that plus Princeton's magical run so far and why South Carolina women's basketball is the team to beat.
Knicks legend Willis Reed dies at age 80
Hall of Fame basketball player Willis Reed has died at the age of 80, the National Basketball Retired Players Association confirmed Tuesday. He played 10 seasons for the New York Knicks, and he was best known for inspiring his teammates and fans by playing through a severe thigh injury in Game 7 of the 1970 Finals. Lilia Luciano and Lana Zak have more.
Bettors go all in on March Madness
There are no longer any perfect brackets remaining in this year's NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament. However, many Americans are still betting on the action. Jay Ginsbach, a sports analyst and contributor at Forbes, joins CBS News to discuss the impact gambling has on the tournament.
Princeton coach on reaching NCAA's Sweet 16
One of the biggest Cinderella stories in this year's NCAA men's basketball tournament comes from Princeton University. The 15th-seeded Tigers beat No. 2 Arizona and No. 7 Missouri on their quest to the team's first Sweet 16 birth in school history. Princeton Tigers head coach Mitch Henderson joins CBS News to discuss his team's historic run.
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Trump claims he'll be arrested in N.Y. "hush money" probe; Sweet 16 locked in as NCAA tournament continues.
Brother and sister both playing UCLA basketball
Both Jaime Jaquez Jr. and Gabriela Jaquez are representing the UCLA Bruins and their family in this year's NCAA tournament.
Unpacking upsets in March Madness so far
Day two of the NCAA March Madness men's basketball tournament is officially underway. It follows Thursday's exciting start to the tournament, which hosted two significant upsets. David Cobb, college sports writer for CBSSports.com, joins CBS News with more.
How first-time Duke coach Jon Scheyer is filling the shoes of Coach K
Legendary coach Mike Krzyzewski retired last year after 42 seasons with the team.
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First Republic Bank saved from collapse; Men's NCAA basketball tournament tips off.
Furman University emerges as a must-watch underdog
South Carolina's Furman University is projected to become the Cinderella story of the NCAA Tournament.
NCAA basketball tournament underway
March Madness has officially begun. CBS Sports senior writer Matt Norlander joins CBS News to preview the NCAA tournament and predict who will be the last team standing.
Experts trying to build perfect March Madness bracket offer tips for choosing your own
One MIT academic said the "secret sauce" is in the upsets.
Secret behind March Madness brackets
The 2023 March Madness tournament is underway and for most basketball fans following along, that means it's time to lock in your brackets. While CBS News correspondent Vlad Duthiers is not the biggest basketball fan nor athlete, he is determined to win this year's office pool, so he set out on a journey to find the secret to success behind a winning March Madness bracket.
Men's March Madness kicks off
March Madness kicks off Thursday. Jan Crawford previews the biggest storylines ahead of the men's tournament.
Over $15B likely to be bet on March Madness
The 2023 NCAA men's March Madness has kicked off with the first four games. According to the American Gaming Association, 68 million Americans are expected to wager over $15 billion on this year's tournament. Jay Ginsbach, senior sports betting analyst for Forbes SportsMoney, joins CBS News' Anne-Marie Green with more.
March Madness teams to look out for
Following their loss in the ACC quarterfinals, the UNC Tar Heels may end up being the first preseason No. 1 seed to miss March Madness since the tournament's expansion in 1985. CBS Sports bracketologist Jerry Palm joins CBS News to preview the tournament favorites, underdogs and teams on the bubble.
11-year-old in wheelchair plays basketball
When 11-year-old Grace Chandy needed back surgery, she thought her dreams of playing basketball were dashed. But TIRR Memorial Herman in Houston introduced her to their adaptive sports league, and Chandy was able to play her favorite sport again in a wheelchair.
Rutgers star honors the mentor who helped him find basketball
Cliff Omoruyi only started playing basketball at age 14, just before his family in Nigeria sent him to New Jersey.
Rutgers basketball star shares bond with mentor
Cliff Omoruyi only started playing basketball at age 14, just before his family in Nigeria sent him to New Jersey. The Rutgers basketball star said he owes his success to his mentor. Nancy Chen has his story.
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Gwyneth Paltrow testifies in ski crash trial
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Florida teen gets life in prison for stabbing young classmate to death
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House passes GOP bill to give parents more influence over schools
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Trump attorney testifies before federal grand jury in documents probe
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House Intel panel chair weighs in on Xi visit, origins of Covid
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Items from Murdaugh's Moselle estate auctioned
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Player charged after throwing punch following Bowling Green-Memphis game
Video of the incident showed Jamirah Shutes' teammate quickly escorting her off the court while Elissa Brett's teammates checked on her.
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House Intel panel chair weighs in on Xi visit, origins of Covid
GOP Rep. Mike Turner also discussed the impending declassification of intelligence on the the origins of COVID-19.
Referee who survived heart attack reunites with player who saved him
John Sculli, a basketball referee, was officiating a semi-pro game when he collapsed.
Items from Murdaugh's Moselle estate auctioned
The auction drew about three times the normal crowd Liberty Auction gets, an employee said. The highest auction price was $30,000.
Reese Witherspoon, husband Jim Toth filing for divorce
The pair announced their impending divorce via an Instagram post.
Gwyneth Paltrow lawsuit: When skiers collide, who is at fault?
The case could hinge on who the jury believes was the "downhill" skier, according to legal experts.
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Gwyneth Paltrow lawsuit: When skiers collide, who is at fault?
The case could hinge on who the jury believes was the "downhill" skier, according to legal experts.
More than a third of U.S. adults are stressed out over money
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Panera Bread starts scanning customers' palms
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80% of receipts at major stores have "toxic" chemicals: study
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Twitter ending old verification process in April
Twitter Blue subscribers will also have access to several new features on Twitter.
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House Intel panel chair weighs in on Xi visit, origins of Covid
GOP Rep. Mike Turner also discussed the impending declassification of intelligence on the the origins of COVID-19.
Trump 2020 press communications director to join pro-DeSantis super PAC
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Trump attorney testifies before federal grand jury in documents probe
Evan Corcoran's appearance comes a day after another attorney for the former president confirmed he, too, testified in the special counsel's investigation.
Biden and Trudeau vow cooperation on trade, security after talks in Canada
The two leaders underscored the strong relationship between Canada and the United States in remarks before Parliament and at a press conference.
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear vetoes Republican transgender measure
Beshear, a Democrat, has vetoed a sweeping Republican measure aimed at regulating the lives of transgender young people.
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Florida fire captain loses sight in one eye after using recalled eye drops
The CDC is investigating a nationwide outbreak of the antibiotic-resistant bacteria — Pseudomonas aeruginosa — which has infected 68 people in 16 states.
3 deaths linked to recalled eye drops
Three people have died from a drug-resistant bacteria linked to recalled eye drops. Manuel Bojorquez talks with one man who lost his sight following an infection.
Flesh-eating bacteria could increase with climate change
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COVID left some with damaged immune response, study finds
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California bill would ban foods with Red Dye No. 3, other chemicals
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Biden and Trudeau vow cooperation on trade, security after talks in Canada
The two leaders underscored the strong relationship between Canada and the United States in remarks before Parliament and at a press conference.
Denmark asks Russia to help recover mystery object near gas pipeline
The Nord Stream pipelines are largely owned by Russia's Gazprom, which hasn't said yet whether it will join the effort to recover an object found near the damaged conduit.
"Hotel Rwanda" hero Paul Rusesabagina released from prison
Rusesabagina was freed after his 25-year sentence was commuted by presidential order.
U.S. donors help to build "a new life" for orphans of the Ukraine war
Before Russia invaded, the "City of Goodness" was a shelter for women and children fleeing abuse, now it's home to hundreds of kids who need "a miracle."
With Congress closer to banning TikTok, app's future is murky
The future of the popular mobile app, used by 150 million Americans, has never been more uncertain. Here's what to know.
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Gwyneth Paltrow testifies in ski crash lawsuit
Actress Gwyneth Paltrow testified Friday in a civil trial in which she is accused of knocking down another skier on the slopes of the Deer Valley Resort in Utah back in 2016 and then skiing away, leaving him injured on the ground. Carter Evans has the details.
Reese Witherspoon, husband Jim Toth filing for divorce
The pair announced their impending divorce via an Instagram post.
Gwyneth Paltrow lawsuit: When skiers collide, who is at fault?
The case could hinge on who the jury believes was the "downhill" skier, according to legal experts.
Police sue rapper Afroman for "humiliation" after he shared home raid video
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Disney World raising minimum wage to $18 an hour by year-end
Labor pact will hike the pay of thousands of costumed performers, theatrical workers and other employees at the theme park.
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Could canceling subscriptions be made easier?
The Federal Trade Commission has proposed a new rule that could make canceling a subscription service or product as easy as it was to sign up. Axios technology reporter Ashley Gold joined Errol Barnett and Elaine Quijano to discuss.
With Congress closer to banning TikTok, app's future is murky
The future of the popular mobile app, used by 150 million Americans, has never been more uncertain. Here's what to know.
Smart home security tips for personal and cyber protection
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TikTok hearing "could not have gone any worse" for app, FCC commissioner says
"I've never seen anything like that," Brendan Carr said on "CBS Mornings."
TikTok CEO faces bipartisan questioning
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Protecting the Planet: Our impact on animals
In this episode of “Protecting the Planet,” CBS News senior environmental correspondent Ben Tracy explores how animals are being affected by climate change and human-created pollution in their habitats.
Nevada lithium mine might doom rare wildflower, conservationists say
As the government inches towards a decision that could bolster electric car production, some conservationists argue extinction of the endangered plant isn't a fair price.
Flesh-eating bacteria could increase with climate change
While the bacteria is common in subtropical regions, there has been an increase of infections from Vibrio vulnificus in more northern locations, like the Delaware Bay.
COVID left some with damaged immune response, study finds
Scientists found a "major reduction" in a part of T cell responses in people who were infected before being vaccinated.
New "giant" trapdoor spider species discovered in Australia
Researchers have called it a "big, beautiful species."
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Gwyneth Paltrow testifies in ski crash lawsuit
Actress Gwyneth Paltrow testified Friday in a civil trial in which she is accused of knocking down another skier on the slopes of the Deer Valley Resort in Utah back in 2016 and then skiing away, leaving him injured on the ground. Carter Evans has the details.
Trump criticized for violent rhetoric
Former President Donald Trump is being criticized for violent comments he made on social media directed against the Manhattan District Attorney's Office in which he warned of "potential death and destruction" if he were to be indicted. Robert Costa has the latest.
Items from Murdaugh's Moselle estate auctioned
The auction drew about three times the normal crowd Liberty Auction gets, an employee said. The highest auction price was $30,000.
Former U.S. Marshal convicted in twisted "rape fantasy" plot
Ian R. Diaz plotted to frame his former fiancee for stalking his new wife because he was "so hell-bent on punishing her after their relationship dissolved," according to a 2018 civil lawsuit.
Dentist charged in wife's poisoning death
Colorado dentist James Craig has been charged with first-degree murder after allegedly poisoning his wife's protein shakes with arsenic and cyanide. CBS Colorado reporter Jeff Todd joins Errol Barnett and Elaine Quijano with more on the case.
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New Shepard launch abort blamed on engine nozzle failure, Blue Origin says
Blue Origin says fixes are being implemented and New Shepard sub-orbital flights will resume "soon."
3D printed rocket blasts off but fails to reach orbit on maiden flight
While the Terran 1 rocket didn't reach orbit, builder Relativity Space says it achieved major objectives.
Large asteroid to fly between Earth and the moon on Saturday
The space rock's anticipated trajectory places it at about half the distance to the moon, so people with telescopes may be able to see it from Earth.
Five planets will align across the night sky near the end of March
Jupiter, Mercury, Venus, Uranus and Mars will align right before the end of the month.
Mystery solved after strange streaks of light seen in California sky
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Body Brokers | CBS Reports
In this eye-opening documentary, CBS Reports goes inside the $100 million market where bodies donated to science are bought and sold for profit.
Ref reunites with player who saved his life
John Sculli suffered an on-court "widow maker" heart attack while officiating a semi-pro basketball game last June. Player Myles Copeland rushed to Sculli's side, performed CPR, and saved his life. The two recently reunited in the gym where it all happened. Steve Hartman has their story in "On the Road."
Tom Brady joins Las Vegas Aces ownership group
Recently retired NFL legend Tom Brady has acquired an ownership stake in the WNBA's Las Vegas Aces. The Aces won the 2022 WNBA title.
Second leak reported at Minnesota nuclear plant
A nuclear power plant in Monticello, Minnesota, was being shut down Friday after a second radioactive water leak was discovered. Last November, about 400,000 gallons of radioactive water leaked from the Xcel Energy facility. However, that initial leak was not reported to the public until last week.
Gwyneth Paltrow testifies in ski crash lawsuit
Actress Gwyneth Paltrow testified Friday in a civil trial in which she is accused of knocking down another skier on the slopes of the Deer Valley Resort in Utah back in 2016 and then skiing away, leaving him injured on the ground. Carter Evans has the details.