Suit claims Bill Cosby sexually assaulted teen in Las Vegas hotel
This is the latest lawsuit against the 86-year-old former "Cosby Show" star, who has now been accused of rape, sexual assault and sexual harassment by more than 60 women.
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Bill Cosby sued by 9 more women alleging sexual assaults decades ago
The 85-year-old Cosby has now been accused of rape, sexual assault and sexual harassment by more than 60 women. He's denied all allegations involving sex crimes.
Bill Cosby accused of sex assault in new lawsuit
Victoria Valentino, a former Playboy model, is accusing comedian Bill Cosby of sexually assaulting her in a new lawsuit filed Thursday in California.
Jury finds Bill Cosby sexually abused teen
Jurors at a civil trial found Tuesday that Bill Cosby sexually abused a 16-year-old girl at the Playboy Mansion in 1975. Jericka Duncan reports.
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L.A. civil jury finds Bill Cosby sexually abused teen girl
A Los Angeles civil jury Tuesday determined that comedian Bill Cosby sexually abused a teen girl at the Playboy Mansion in 1975. CBS Los Angeles reporter Jake Reiner reports on the verdict.
Bill Cosby sexually abused teen, civil jury finds
The jury awarded the victim, who is now 64-years-old, $500,000.
Bill Cosby civil trial jury must start deliberations over
Jurors had begun deliberating on Thursday morning after a two-week trial.
Jury weighs woman's claim that Bill Cosby sexually abused her in 1975
Closing arguments at the civil trial devolved into bizarre bickering over the video game Donkey Kong.
Bill Cosby, in video testimony, denies sexually abusing teen in 1970s
The civil trial involves one of the last remaining legal claims against the 85-year-old Cosby.
Bill Cosby accuser says he molested her at age 16 at Playboy Mansion
The civil trial represents one of the last remaining legal claims against Cosby after his Pennsylvania criminal conviction was thrown out.
Bill Cosby's lawyers upset over accuser's change in story
Plaintiff Judy Huth's attorneys said the change in her story came after research of archival evidence.
Documentary series explores Cosby's impact
A new Showtime documentary series called "We Need to Talk About Cosby" explores the comedian's career and impact, as his image shifted from "America's dad" to alleged sexual predator. W. Kamau Bell and Lili Bernard join CBS News to discuss the series.
W. Kamau Bell on new Bill Cosby docuseries
W. Kamau Bell, director and executive producer of "We Need to Talk About Cosby" joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his new docuseries, which explores Bill Cosby's descent from "America's Dad" to alleged sexual predator. Bell discusses Cosby's cultural significance and whether or not he can separate the art from the artist.
Prosecutors ask Supreme Court to review ruling that freed Bill Cosby
"This decision as it stands will have far-reaching negative consequences beyond Montgomery County and Pennsylvania," prosecutors said.
Phylicia Rashad apologizes for supporting Bill Cosby's release
"I intend to earn your trust and your forgiveness," the former actress wrote in an email addressed to Howard University students and parents.
Ex-district attorney stands by decision not to prosecute Bill Cosby
"I made the correct decisions at the time and they still hold up today," former prosecutor Bruce Castor said Thursday.
Phylicia Rashad under fire for praising Bill Cosby's prison release
"Survivors of sexual assault will always be our priority," Howard University said in response to Rashad's tweet, adding her views do not reflect the school's.
Bill Cosby accuser says he'll "never be innocent"
Baker-Kinney told "CBS This Morning" that she does not regret coming forward, even now.
Controversy over Bill Cosby's prison release
Comedian Bill Cosby told CBS News he feels vindicated after his conviction on sexual assault charges was overturned. But his accusers believe the court's decision shows the justice system has failed them once again. CBS News national correspondent Jericka Duncan spoke with Cosby after his prison release, and CBSN's Tanya Rivero spoke with one of his accusers, actress/artist Lili Bernard.
Gloria Allred, Cosby accuser speak out
Janice Baker-Kinney, one of Bill Cosby's accusers and a witness at his 2018 trial, reacts to the news that charges against Cosby have been dropped. She joins “CBS This Morning” along with her lawyer, Gloria Allred, who represents 33 of Bill Cosby's accusers.
Legal analyst on court's Cosby ruling
Bill Cosby is a free man after the Pennsylvania Supreme Court overturned his sexual assault conviction. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss what's next after the Pennsylvania Supreme Court's ruling.
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Former D.A. defends his handling of Bill Cosby case
Former Montgomery County District Attorney Bruce Castor, who declined to prosecute Bill Cosby in 2005, joined CBSN to discuss the Pennsylvania Supreme Court's decision to overturn Cosby's sexual assault conviction.
Bill Cosby freed from prison after court overturns conviction
Bill Cosby is back home after spending nearly three years in prison. Pennsylvania's highest court overturned the disgraced comedian's 2018 sexual assault conviction on Wednesday, ruling he was denied a fair trial. CBS News' Jericka Duncan had the chance to speak with Cosby inside his home and has more on their conversation. Then, Kim Wehle, a professor of law at the University of Baltimore School of Law, joins CBSN's Lana Zak with a legal analysis of the court's decision.
Trump jury gets 3 new alternates as opening statements near
Three new alternate jurors were seated for former President Donald Trump's New York criminal trial.
Tehran downplays strike as U.S. officials say Israeli missile hit Iran
Two U.S. officials tell CBS News an Israeli missile has hit Iran in apparent retaliation for the recent drone and missile attack on the Jewish state.
Torso, arm believed to be those of missing woman wash up on beach
Maxwell Anderson, 33, has been charged with first-degree intentional homicide in the death of 19-year-old Sade Robinson.
Trump Media warns Nasdaq about "potential market manipulation" of its stock
Trump Media & Technology Group sent a letter to Nasdaq warning that so-called "naked" short selling could be impacting its stock.
Who are Taylor Swift's new songs about?
Fans are furiously dissecting the lyrics of "The Tortured Poets Department," with some speculating the tracks are about Joe Alwyn, Matty Healy, Travis Kelce and Kim Kardashian.
House GOP's aid bills for Israel, Ukraine, Taiwan advance — with Democrats' help
The bills are part of a complicated plan by Speaker Mike Johnson to get badly needed lethal aid to Ukraine, as well as security funding for Israel and Taiwan.
Extinct snake that measured 50 feet long discovered in India
The Vasuki indicus specimen dates back 47 million years and is more than double the average size of similar snakes, like pythons.
Watch out Taylor Swift, Kim Jong Un has a new tune out, too
North Korea's latest launch to boost Kim Jong Un's image wasn't a missile, but a song and music video all about the "Friendly Father."
Germany arrests alleged Russian spies scouting U.S. military facilities
A German prosecutor says 2 German-Russian nationals were caught snooping around U.S. military facilities used to train Ukrainian forces.
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Who are Taylor Swift's new songs about?
Fans are furiously dissecting the lyrics of "The Tortured Poets Department," with some speculating the tracks are about Joe Alwyn, Matty Healy, Travis Kelce and Kim Kardashian.
Walmart joins other big retailers in scaling back on self-checkout
Retailers are ditching and limiting shelf-checkout at some stores, particularly those hit by theft and customer complaints.
Caretaker claims friend drank unusual cocktail before her death
Caretaker Jessy Kurczewski says her friend mixed vodka and Visine for a buzz.
Online gambling casts deepening shadow on pro sports
Eliminating player "proposition" bets may be one way to discourage athletes from betting on sports, experts said.
Trump Media warns Nasdaq about "potential market manipulation" of its stock
Trump Media & Technology Group sent a letter to Nasdaq warning that so-called "naked" short selling could be impacting its stock.
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Walmart joins other big retailers in scaling back on self-checkout
Retailers are ditching and limiting shelf-checkout at some stores, particularly those hit by theft and customer complaints.
Online gambling casts deepening shadow on pro sports
Eliminating player "proposition" bets may be one way to discourage athletes from betting on sports, experts said.
Trump Media warns Nasdaq about "potential market manipulation" of its stock
Trump Media & Technology Group sent a letter to Nasdaq warning that so-called "naked" short selling could be impacting its stock.
U.S. sanctions 2 entities over fundraising for extremist West Bank settlers
The Treasury Department announced sanctions on two entities accused of fundraising for extremist West Bank settlers connected to violence against Palestinians.
Tesla recalls nearly 4,000 Cybertrucks
The MY 2024 Cybertrucks have faulty accelerator pedals that may be dislodged when high force is applied, the company said.
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U.S. sanctions 2 entities over fundraising for extremist West Bank settlers
The Treasury Department announced sanctions on two entities accused of fundraising for extremist West Bank settlers connected to violence against Palestinians.
Trump jury gets 4 new alternates as opening statements near
Three new alternate jurors were seated for former President Donald Trump's New York criminal trial.
House GOP's aid bills for Israel, Ukraine, Taiwan advance — with Democrats' help
The bills are part of a complicated plan by Speaker Mike Johnson to get badly needed lethal aid to Ukraine, as well as security funding for Israel and Taiwan.
CIA chief Burns says that without aid, Ukraine "could lose on the battlefield"
His comments come as a deadlocked Congress continues to stall on Ukraine aid.
Tehran downplays strike as U.S. officials say Israeli missile hit Iran
Two U.S. officials tell CBS News an Israeli missile has hit Iran in apparent retaliation for the recent drone and missile attack on the Jewish state.
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Trader Joe's pulls fresh basil in 29 states after salmonella outbreak
Health officials are warning consumers not to consume Infinite Herbs basil sold at some Trader Joe's and Dierberg's stores after 12 people were sickened.
Scotland halts prescription of puberty blocking hormones for minors
A landmark review for Britain's National Health Service found young people have been let down by "remarkably weak" evidence backing medical interventions in gender care.
Pesticides pose significant risk in 20% of fruits and veggies, report says
Organic option is best when buying certain produce, especially blueberries, nonprofit group says in analysis of chemical residues.
U.K. takes a big step closer to a phased-in ban on all tobacco sales
British lawmakers have backed legislation that would see the legal age to buy tobacco increase by one year every year until it's eventually banned.
Is trendy "all-body" deodorant necessary? Dermatologists weigh in.
A new generation of deodorant products promise whole-body odor protection. Should you try one? Dermatologists share what to know.
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Watch out Taylor Swift, Kim Jong Un has a new tune out, too
North Korea's latest launch to boost Kim Jong Un's image wasn't a missile, but a song and music video all about the "Friendly Father."
U.S. sanctions 2 entities over fundraising for extremist West Bank settlers
The Treasury Department announced sanctions on two entities accused of fundraising for extremist West Bank settlers connected to violence against Palestinians.
Olympic sports bodies criticize track and field prize money pledge
The break in tradition does not sit well with the Association of Summer Olympic Committee, who said it undermines "the value of Olympism and the uniqueness of the games."
Extinct snake that measured 50 feet long discovered in India
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Paris police detain man behind reported bomb threat at Iran consulate
Paris police cordoned off an area around an Iranian consulate amid reports of a man threatening to detonate a bomb, but a suspect was quickly detained.
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Renée Fleming unveils healing powers of music in new book, "Music and Mind"
The soprano recounted an anecdote from the book's foreword by Francis Collins, which describes an impromptu sing-along at a dinner party attended by Supreme Court justices.
Who are Taylor Swift's new songs about?
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Renée Fleming talks "Music and Mind"
Renée Fleming is a five-time Grammy winner, a Kennedy Center honoree and a longtime advocate for the healing power of the arts. For her new book "Music and Mind," Fleming collected essays from leading scientists, artists and health care providers. They look at the powerful impact that music and the arts can have on our health.
Keltie Knight discusses health struggles
"E! News" co-host Keltie Knight is revealing details about her private battle with a chronic health condition in hopes of helping others. The Emmy Award winner revealed last month that she was having a hysterectomy to treat a chronic and severe form of anemia. She spoke candidly about the decision on Instagram.
Taylor Swift’s new album drops
It’s a new era for Taylor Swift and her fans. The superstar dropped her new album “The Tortured Poets Department.” She then surprised fans with an additional 15 tracks.
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Lawmakers push for fusion power development
A bipartisan group of lawmakers has introduced a bill supporting the development of nuclear fusion power. Hank Jenkins-Smith, professor of public policy at the University of Oklahoma, joins CBS News to discuss.
Latest version of House TikTok bill gets crucial support in Senate
Sen. Maria Cantwell is backing an amended bill that could lead to a ban of TikTok in the U.S.
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.
Wire fraud victims lose millions
U.S. Senators are pressing banks to take more actions to help victims of wire fraud. CBS News national consumer investigative correspondent Anna Werner has more on how Americans are being scammed.
Report: AI beats humans at some basic tasks
Artificial intelligence has become so advanced it has now surpassed human performance in several basic tasks, according to a new report from Stanford University's Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence. Russell Wald, deputy director of the institute, joins CBS News to unpack more key findings from the study.
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Starbucks unveils new cold drink cups that use less plastic
Starbucks unveiled the new cups ahead of Earth Day and as a new report warns plastic production emissions are even greater than those from aviation.
Why these lizards have virtually disappeared
A report from the United Nations determined that 1 million species are threatened with extinction. Dr. John Wiens from the University of Arizona believes that number is far higher based on his research. He says climate change is quickening the threat of extinction for species, including a 3-million-year-old lizard population previously found in the Arizona mountains.
Too hot for a lizard? Climate change quickens extinction
A disappearing lizard population in the mountains of Arizona shows how climate change is fast-tracking the rate of extinction.
Advocates work to save parrot from extinction
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Scientists trying to protect wildlife from extinction as climate raises risk
Scientists are using a range of tools to protect the endangered wildlife that could disappear in coming decades.
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Caretaker claims friend drank unusual cocktail before her death
Caretaker Jessy Kurczewski says her friend mixed vodka and Visine for a buzz.
Unusual playing cards in Mississippi jails aim to solve cold cases
There are 20 missing persons cases and 36 unsolved homicides listed on the cards.
Trump jury gets 4 new alternates as opening statements near
Three new alternate jurors were seated for former President Donald Trump's New York criminal trial.
Torso, arm believed to be those of missing woman wash up on beach
Maxwell Anderson, 33, has been charged with first-degree intentional homicide in the death of 19-year-old Sade Robinson.
Maine farmer convicted in infamous murder case seeks new trial
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Object that crashed through Florida home's roof was from space station
NASA confirmed Monday that a mystery object that crashed through the roof of a Naples, Florida home last month was space junk from equipment discarded by the space station.
NASA seeks to reign in costs of Mars Sample Return mission
NASA said it agrees with an independent review board that concluded the project could cost up to $11 billion without major changes.
Final Delta 4 Heavy puts NRO spy satellite into space
It was a "bittersweet moment" as United Launch Alliance brought the Delta program to a close.
Space station captures image of moon's shadow during solar eclipse
NASA flight engineers managed to photograph and videotape the moon's shadow on Earth about 260 miles below them.
Solar eclipse captivates millions
Millions of Americans poured into the solar eclipse’s path of totality to watch in wonder. The excitement was shared across generations for the rare celestial event that saw watch parties across the country as almost all of the continental U.S. saw at least a partial solar eclipse.
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PHOTOS: Baltimore bridge collapses after cargo ship rams into overpass
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
Could an Alabama woman have shot herself twice?
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CBS newsman Charles Osgood (1933-2024)
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Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
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Marking 25 years since the Columbine shooting
Saturday marks 25 years since the devastating Columbine High School shooting in Littleton, Colorado. Twelve students and one teacher were killed when a pair of students opened fire during a school day in what became one of the most high-profile mass shootings in American history. Dave Cullen, author of the book "Columbine," joined CBS News to discuss that tragic day.
Taylor Swift releases new double album
At midnight Friday, Taylor Swift released her highly anticipated album, "The Tortured Poets Department," and two hours later she surprised fans with 15 additional songs as part of the "Anthology" version of the album. "Entertainment Tonight" correspondent Denny Directo joined CBS News to talk about the new music.
Middle East expert on Israeli strike on Iran
U.S. officials have told CBS News that Israel attacked Iran early Friday and Iran's state-run media is reporting that three drones were shot down over the central city of Isfahan, which houses sites associated with the country's nuclear program. Israel's allies, including the U.S., have warned against any action that could further raise tensions in the region. Dan Raviv, co-author of "Spies Against Armageddon: Inside Israel's Secret Wars," joined CBS News to discuss the strike.
How serious is GOP threat to oust speaker?
Just before midnight Thursday, the House advanced several stand-alone measures on foreign aid and U.S. border security thanks to the support of four Democrats, but the bills may cost Speaker Mike Johnson his job. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more.
Political strategists on Middle East, Trump
A CBS News poll finds Americans' approval of the way President Biden is handling the Israel-Hamas war is at its lowest and more Americans want the president to encourage Israel to stop military actions in Gaza. Republican strategist Leslie Sanchez and Democratic strategist Joel Payne joined CBS News to discuss that and the ongoing legal woes for former President Donald Trump.