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Impact of #MeToo on Bill Cosby retrial
Comedian Bill Cosby, who stands accused of aggravated indecent assault on former Temple University employee Andrea Constand, goes on trial for a second time on Monday. Cosby's first trial ended last June when a jury couldn't decide whether the 80-year-old drugged and assaulted Constand, leading to a mistrial. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss in what ways this trial will differ from the last and how the climate around sexual harassment and assault could affect the outcome.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Bill Cosby freed after court overturns conviction
Bill Cosby was released from prison after the Pennsylvania Supreme Court threw out his sexual assault conviction. Jericka Duncan has the latest.
Court overturns Bill Cosby's conviction
Pennsylvania's Supreme Court has overturned Bill Cosby's conviction for sexual assault and ordered him released from prison, saying an earlier agreement with prosecutors should have prevented charges in the case. CBS News legal contributor Keir Dougall joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero to explain the latest developments.
Bill Cosby released from prison after court overturns conviction
Cosby, 83, was convicted of sexually assaulting Andrea Constand, a former Temple University employee, at his home in 2004.
Bill Cosby's conviction overturned
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has overturned Bill Cosby's conviction on sexual assault charges and ordered him released from prison, where he was serving a 10-year sentence. CBSN's Tanya Rivero has the breaking news.
Bill Cosby denied parole
The 83-year-old has long said he would resist treatment programs and refuse to acknowledge wrongdoing.
Bill Cosby back in court
Embattled comedian Bill Cosby is back in court for hearings ahead of his retrial on charges of drugging and sexual assaulting Andrea Constand at his home in 2004. The prosecution wants to call up to 19 women to testify against him. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins CBSN with more.
Bill Cosby performs
Bill Cosby entertained a crowd Monday night for the first time since a sex abuse scandal embroiled him in 2015.
Bill Cosby trial juror speaks
A juror from Bill Cosby's sexual assault trial told CBS News there were concerns that politics may have played a role in taking the actor to court. The juror, a former Marine and longtime Pennsylvania resident, said the mood inside the deliberation room was "very, very tense. Lots of tears, lots of emotions." Jericka Duncan reports.
Revealing Cosby trial jury?
A judge will decide whether to release the names of jurors in Bill Cosby's sexual assault trial. In a motion filed on Monday, the prosecution argues revealing their identities could make selecting "a fair and impartial jury" more difficult in Cosby's retrial. The defense agrees. Under Pennsylvania law, the public has the right to know their names. Jericka Duncan reports.
Bill Cosby trial
At the beginning of Bill Cosby's sexual assault trial, the prosecutors said they would use the comedians own words against him -- and on Thursday they did. CBS News' Jericka Duncan has more from the courthouse.
What's next after Cosby mistrial?
The Pennsylvania prosecutor in the Bill Cosby sexual assault trial vows to retry the case. Judge Steven O'Neill declared a mistrial Saturday after the jury said it was "hopelessly deadlocked" after deliberating for six days. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss next steps in the case.
Allred on mistrial
Reacting to the Cosby mistrial, attorney Gloria Allred warned "you can never underestimate the blinding power of celebrity." Allred, who represents numerous women who have accused the comedian of sexual assault, says she hopes more witnesses and accusers will be allowed to testify in a retrial. Prosecutor say they plan to retry the case.
Bill Cosby mistrial
After six days of deliberation, a judge has declared a mistrial in Bill Cosby's sexual assault case. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman and CBS News correspondent Jericka Duncan join CBSN with the breaking details.
Deadlocked Bill Cosby trial
Jurors in the Bill Cosby sex assault trial will resume deliberations Saturday after failing to reach a verdict for a fifth straight day. Cosby's lawyers have repeatedly demanded a mistrial. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss what's next in the trial.
Zelenskyy says he will meet Trump on Sunday for Ukraine-Russia talks
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy says he and President Trump have agreed to meet in Florida on Sunday, signaling progress in talks to end the Russia-Ukraine war.
Maps show winter storm forecast for ice and snow from Great Lakes to Northeast
Millions of Americans live in areas under winter storm alerts stretching from northern Minnesota to the Eastern Seaboard.
Iran seizes oil tanker smuggling fuel on Strait of Hormuz, Tehran says
Iran seized a foreign oil tanker as it traveled the strategic Strait of Hormuz carrying some 25,000 barrels of smuggled fuel, state media said.
Trump calls for release of any Epstein files naming Democrats: "Embarrass them"
As prosecutors contend with a massive trove of Epstein files, President Trump suggested Friday the Justice Department is spending too much time on the issue — but said Democrats should be named.
Karoline Leavitt announces she is pregnant with her second child
Karoline Leavitt and her husband, Nicholas Riccio, welcomed their first child, also named Nicholas, in July 2024.
California mother pleads not guilty to murder of 9-year-old daughter Melodee Buzzard
The body of 9-year-old Melodee Buzzard was found by authorities in Utah on Dec. 6 after she went missing in October.
Second actor accuses Tyler Perry of sexual assault in new lawsuit
It marks the second lawsuit in recent months accusing the filmmaker and studio mogul of leveraging his power in Hollywood to make sexual advances.
Former "Big Brother" houseguest Mickey Lee died on Christmas, family says
Mickey Lee, a former "Big Brother" houseguest known for her vibrant personality and bold gameplay, has died, her family announced in a social media post shared Friday.
Perry Bamonte, guitarist for The Cure, dies after "short illness" at 65
The band announced Perry Bamonte's death on their official website on Friday.
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3 wounded in shooting at rural Idaho sheriff's office, officials say; suspect killed
The suspected gunman was shot and killed by law enforcement, authorities said.
Second actor accuses Tyler Perry of sexual assault in new lawsuit
It marks the second lawsuit in recent months accusing the filmmaker and studio mogul of leveraging his power in Hollywood to make sexual advances.
Planning to return unwanted Christmas gifts? You may be charged fees.
Several major retailers are now charging customers to return items even if they are unopened and in perfect condition.
Karoline Leavitt announces she is pregnant with her second child
Karoline Leavitt and her husband, Nicholas Riccio, welcomed their first child, also named Nicholas, in July 2024.
Two police officers injured, suspect killed during child custody exchange
Police were called to a shopping center late Friday morning. Two officers were shot and are in critical condition.
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Planning to return unwanted Christmas gifts? You may be charged fees.
Several major retailers are now charging customers to return items even if they are unopened and in perfect condition.
U.S. stocks hover at record highs after the Christmas holiday
Stocks are mostly flat in quiet morning trading on Friday as investors return from the Christmas holiday.
Here's what is open on the day after Christmas, from retailers to banks
With President Trump declaring Dec. 26 a federal holiday, here's what's open and closed on Dec. 26.
5 money moves to make in 2026, according to financial experts
As many Americans head into 2026 with mounting money worries, reviewing your finances now could help put you on firmer footing next year.
Is anything open on Christmas Day 2025? See which businesses are operating.
Most major retail stores and grocery chains are closed on Christmas Day, with some exceptions.
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Trump calls for release of any Epstein files naming Democrats: "Embarrass them"
As prosecutors contend with a massive trove of Epstein files, President Trump suggested Friday the Justice Department is spending too much time on the issue — but said Democrats should be named.
Karoline Leavitt announces she is pregnant with her second child
Karoline Leavitt and her husband, Nicholas Riccio, welcomed their first child, also named Nicholas, in July 2024.
Veterans Affairs Department reimposing near total abortion ban
The Veterans Affairs Department is reimposing a near total ban on abortions for veterans and their families that was modified in 2022.
U.S. launches strikes on ISIS targets in Nigeria, Trump says
Strikes against ISIS targets in Nigeria come after President Trump spent weeks accusing the West African country's government of failing to rein in the persecution of Christians.
Kimmel skewers Trump, tells U.K. viewers that "tyranny is booming" in U.S.
The message, aired on Channel 4 on Christmas Day, reflected on the impact of President Trump's second term in office thus far.
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Baby defies all odds after growing outside his mom's womb
Suze Lopez, a 41-year-old nurse who lives in Bakersfield, California, didn't know she was pregnant with her second child until days before giving birth.
FDA approves Wegovy pill for weight loss
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a pill version of the weight-loss drug Wegovy.
Aetna to cover IVF treatments for same-sex couples in national settlement
A federal judge has approved a preliminary agreement for a class action lawsuit requiring Aetna to cover fertility treatments for same-sex couples as they do with heterosexual couples.
Flu season is ramping up, and some experts are "pretty worried"
Doctors and scientists say this year's influenza season could be tougher than usual, with a new version of the flu virus, called H3N2, spreading quickly.
Finding hope through cancer clinical trials
#LillyPartner Cancer clinical trials can offer patients access to investigational treatments that can be explored as early as the time of diagnosis. Ovarian cancer survivor Alicia Dellario and Dr. Arjun Balar, senior vice president of global clinical development at Eli Lilly and Company, join "CBS Mornings" to talk about the potential benefits of cancer clinical trials -- and clarify common misconceptions. Visit cancerclinicaltrials.lilly.com for more information. (Sponsored by Eli Lilly and Company)
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Israeli police say 2 killed in car-ramming and stabbing attack by Palestinian
The attack began Friday afternoon in the northern city of Beit Shean, where the Palestinian man crashed his vehicle into people, killing one man and injuring a teenage boy.
8 killed, 18 wounded in mosque bombing in Syria
Images shared by Syria's state-run news agency showed blood on carpets, holes in the walls, shattered windows and fire damage.
Endangered wild cat seen in Thailand for the first time in 30 years
Flat-headed cats are among the world's most threatened wild felines.
Iran seizes oil tanker smuggling fuel on Strait of Hormuz, Tehran says
Iran seized a foreign oil tanker as it traveled the strategic Strait of Hormuz carrying some 25,000 barrels of smuggled fuel, state media said.
15 hurt in stabbing, chemical liquid attack in Japan tire factory
More than a dozen people were injured in a stabbing attack in a factory in central Japan in which a liquid believed to be bleach was also sprayed, authorities said.
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Second actor accuses Tyler Perry of sexual assault in new lawsuit
It marks the second lawsuit in recent months accusing the filmmaker and studio mogul of leveraging his power in Hollywood to make sexual advances.
Perry Bamonte, guitarist for The Cure, dies after "short illness" at 65
The band announced Perry Bamonte's death on their official website on Friday.
Broadway actress Imani Smith stabbed to death in New Jersey, police say
Smith previously played young Nala in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
Former "Big Brother" houseguest Mickey Lee died on Christmas, family says
Mickey Lee, a former "Big Brother" houseguest known for her vibrant personality and bold gameplay, has died, her family announced in a social media post shared Friday.
Kimmel skewers Trump, tells U.K. viewers that "tyranny is booming" in U.S.
The message, aired on Channel 4 on Christmas Day, reflected on the impact of President Trump's second term in office thus far.
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Instacart ending AI price tests for retailers
Instacart says its ending its controversial system of using AI price tests for retailers. Earlier this month, an investigation by Consumer Reports and progressive think tank Groundwork Collaborative found that Instacart's algorithmic pricing charged various prices for the same item from the same store. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Tech companies push for data centers
Massive tech companies wanting to build more data centers in the U.S. are lobbying for support among Americans, according to a recent report by POLITICO. Gabby Miller joins CBS News with more on her reporting.
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.
Top tech gadgets of 2025
Timothy Werth, a tech editor at Mashable, joins "CBS News 24/7" to discuss the best gadgets of 2025.
Instacart to end AI price tests for retailers following investigation
Instacart had drawn criticism for testing an AI-based system that enabled retailers to charge different prices for the same grocery items.
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Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
Dinosaur tracks showing "herds moving in synchrony" found in Italy
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
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What's next on the Epstein files release?
Lawmakers may take action against the Department of Justice for the delayed release of the Jeffrey Epstein files. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson weighs in.
Two police officers injured, suspect killed during child custody exchange
Police were called to a shopping center late Friday morning. Two officers were shot and are in critical condition.
Broadway actress Imani Smith stabbed to death in New Jersey, police say
Smith previously played young Nala in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
15 hurt in stabbing, chemical liquid attack in Japan tire factory
More than a dozen people were injured in a stabbing attack in a factory in central Japan in which a liquid believed to be bleach was also sprayed, authorities said.
Terry Rozier seeks to have charges thrown out in NBA gambling case
His lawyers argued that Rozier's alleged involvement in the wire fraud and money laundering conspiracies is limited.
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NASA's search for next lunar rover
NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Artemis 2 astronauts rehearse countdown for upcoming moon launch
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
Woman is first wheelchair user launched into space
A German aerospace engineer made history Saturday, becoming the first wheelchair user to go into space when she took a 10-minute trip aboard a Blue Origin rocket.
Blue Origin safely launches wheelchair user to space and back
German engineer Michaela Benthaus is the first person with a significant physical handicap to reach space.
Jared Isaacman, billionaire who's flown with SpaceX, confirmed to lead NASA
President Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination for NASA administrator in April, before nominating him again in November.
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Boy goes viral after sharing bird imitating talent
Steve Hartman follows up on the story about a boy he met "On the Road" who can perfectly imitate bird calls.
Returning unwanted gifts may now come with fees
Hassle-free returns may be a thing of the past, and if you're staring at a stack of unwanted Christmas gifts, you may have to think twice before mailing them back. Dave Malkoff reports.
How to save on energy bill as heating costs surge
The cost of heating a home is going through the roof, but there are steps you can take to try to keep your energy bills down. Ash-har Quraishi has details.
Doctor hopes flu peak is near as cases surge
Flu season is in full swing, with close to 5 million cases and nearly 2,000 deaths, including at least three children, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Kati Weis reports.
Details about U.S. strikes on ISIS in Nigeria
Details are emerging about the Christmas Day military strikes in northern Nigeria. The U.S. launched what President Trump called a "powerful and deadly" strike on ISIS targets in the West African nation. Willie Inman has more.