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Bill Cosby convicted of assault, could spend years in prison; Students having "panic attacks" after charges dropped against teen who threatened to shoot up school.
Bill Cosby sentenced to 3 to 10 years in prison for sexual assault; New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern's new baby steals the show at the U.N.
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.
"I intend to earn your trust and your forgiveness," the former actress wrote in an email addressed to Howard University students and parents.
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.
"I made the correct decisions at the time and they still hold up today," former prosecutor Bruce Castor said Thursday.
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.
"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.
Baker-Kinney told "CBS This Morning" that she does not regret coming forward, even now.
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.
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 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 was released from prison after the Pennsylvania Supreme Court threw out his sexual assault conviction. Jericka Duncan has the latest.
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.
Cosby, 83, was convicted of sexually assaulting Andrea Constand, a former Temple University employee, at his home in 2004.
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.
The 83-year-old has long said he would resist treatment programs and refuse to acknowledge wrongdoing.
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 entertained a crowd Monday night for the first time since a sex abuse scandal embroiled him in 2015.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
President Trump earned more than a billion dollars from crypto-related ventures alone last year, according to a financial disclosure, including from his meme coin business and his family's cryptocurrency venture.
A long-term U.S.-Iran peace deal may depend on a separate agreement between Israel and Lebanon. Analysts say that presents a problem.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding plans include a rehearsal dinner and a late-night celebration at Madison Square Garden in New York City, according to sources familiar with the security planning.
Hernan Gil Flores is believed to still be in the security booth of the building's underground parking garage. His wife says rescuers have been able to make contact with him and get him water.
Artificial intelligence giant Anthropic says the federal government lifted a set of restrictions on its powerful Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models, resolving a weekslong dispute.
President Donald Trump has announced that Republicans will hold their first-ever national convention ahead of the midterm elections in Dallas.
Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser is the winner in the pivotal race to be the Democratic nominee for governor in Colorado, AP projects.
The probe focuses on Gallego's use of campaign funds for family trips, a source told CBS News. He has denied wrongdoing.
A heat wave will blast much of the eastern U.S. this week, and forecasters say temperatures will feel even hotter because of the high humidity that's arriving with it.
Extremely dangerous heat, coupled with humidity, could result in heat index readings of 100 to 115 degrees from the Midwest to the East Coast, forecasters said.
The Aspen Acres Fire has destroyed 55 homes in Custer County and more than 100 structures in Pueblo County.
The holdouts blocked Speaker Mike Johnson's plan to merge the SAVE America Act with the annual defense policy bill before sending it over to the Senate.
The court's decisions cemented Mr. Trump's authority over vast swathes of the government, while delivering significant setbacks to his agenda in other areas.
Sen. Mark Warner wants to create a federal registry of trusted AI agents and ensure autonomous bots operate like fiduciaries.
Artificial intelligence giant Anthropic says the federal government lifted a set of restrictions on its powerful Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models, resolving a weekslong dispute.
President Trump earned more than a billion dollars from crypto-related ventures alone last year, according to a financial disclosure, including from his meme coin business and his family's cryptocurrency firm.
Sen. Mark Warner wants to create a federal registry of trusted AI agents and ensure autonomous bots operate like fiduciaries.
Three U.S. egg producers will be required to provide 53 million eggs to food banks and to pay a $3.3 million financial penalty.
The impending wedding of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce has already generated more than $4.5 million in wagers, according to Kalshi.
Challenger Melat Kiros, a democratic socialist, is the projected winner of the Democratic primary in Colorado's First Congressional District.
Longtime labor activist Dolores Huerta says President Trump's disparaging remarks about Mexicans show he "does not know history," and called on Latinos in California, Texas and other states to push for change.
Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser is the winner in the pivotal race to be the Democratic nominee for governor in Colorado, AP projects.
Artificial intelligence giant Anthropic says the federal government lifted a set of restrictions on its powerful Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models, resolving a weekslong dispute.
Lawyers for President Trump asked for E. Jean Carroll's consent to delay the $5 million awarded to her by a 2023 jury, according to an attorney for the writer.
Looksmaxxing is a viral and controversial trend that encourages young men to maximize their appearance. Adam Yamaguchi shows why it's resonating with some people.
Starting July 1, the government will cap what graduate students may borrow in federal loans, forcing many toward private lenders with higher interest rates.
For the first time, Medicare will cover GLP-1 drugs prescribed solely for weight loss for eligible beneficiaries at a $50 monthly copay.
Former NFL running back Chris Johnson announced that he was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in a "Good Morning America" interview.
Michelle Williams struggled with high blood pressure and swelling for years before she was finally diagnosed with an unusual condition.
Hernan Gil Flores is believed to still be in the security booth of the building's underground parking garage. His wife says rescuers have been able to make contact with him and get him water.
Two men and nine companies are accused of being tied to a cartel-linked fuel theft ring intended to evade taxes while generating tens of millions of dollars annually.
The House voted Tuesday on an updated version of the measure after Democratic leaders opposed the original language.
Sigfrido Ranucci had just returned home at the time of the explosion, and his daughter had walked by a half-hour before, his employer said.
The earthquakes that hit Venezuela 6 days ago may have damaged or destroyed 58,000 buildings, NASA says, as rescuers race the clock to find survivors.
While there's still no official word from Taylor Swift or Travis Kelce on their wedding, some law enforcement sources are talking details. Jo Ling Kent has more from Madison Square Garden.
After all the speculation, law enforcement sources are revealing new information about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding events this holiday weekend. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Taylor Swift has had a decadeslong history with Madison Square Garden, performing there as early as 2003 and even celebrating her 30th birthday at the venue.
Crews were seen unloading covered equipment from trucks into Madison Square Garden on Tuesday, fueling rumors that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce could be holding their wedding there this weekend.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding plans include a rehearsal dinner and a late-night celebration at Madison Square Garden in New York City, according to sources familiar with the security planning.
Sen. Mark Warner wants to create a federal registry of trusted AI agents and ensure autonomous bots operate like fiduciaries.
AI tends to "play it safe within a user's preferences," nudging people toward more conventional choices, according to computational social scientist Sandra Matz.
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.
The Trump administration is allowing Anthropic to restore access to its Mythos 5 AI model for a select group of U.S. companies and federal agencies. New York Times tech reporter Sheera Frenkel joins CBS News to discuss.
The transcontinental railroad changed just about everything in America: transportation, communications, commerce, cities, politics, even our perception of time. Correspondent David Pogue visits Steamtown National Historic Site, in Scranton, Pa., home to Big Boy, the biggest functioning steam train in the world, to learn how trains helped define an expansive America.
NASA is in a race against time as the Swift Observatory telescope in orbit sinks closer to Earth. CBS News consultant William Harwood explains the $30 million salvage operation.
Dinosaur fossils are rare to find in Antarctica because of the unforgiving ice caps. But millions of years ago, the region was populated by lush forests.
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
Human and animal remains unearthed in Egypt's Nile Delta reveal changing funerary practices over some 600 years, and the evolution of a key site itself.
Two men and nine companies are accused of being tied to a cartel-linked fuel theft ring intended to evade taxes while generating tens of millions of dollars annually.
The man accused of killing two Israeli embassy staffers in Washington, D.C., is back in court today. CBS News crime and public safety unit's senior coordinating producer Anna Schecter has more on the case.
Sigfrido Ranucci had just returned home at the time of the explosion, and his daughter had walked by a half-hour before, his employer said.
Four men are accused of stealing more than half a million dollars from ATMs in Connecticut, in a "jackpotting scheme," authorities said.
Officials say a bomb went off at a residential building in Monaco, leaving at least three people injured, including a Ukrainian businessman. Chris Livesay reports.
The orbital surgery on the International Space Station returned the Canadian-built robot arm to full health after its "wrist" joint failed last month.
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
Euclid is on a mission to chart one-third of the sky in the hopes of shedding light on the enduring mysteries of dark matter and dark energy.
Exactly where the comet 3I/ATLAS came from within the Milky Way remains a mystery.
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
High winds and heat are fueling Utah's out-of-control wildfires; Iranian drones target Bahrain after U.S. strikes Iran.
From the tennis court to the soccer pitch, some elite athletes are proving that their careers don't have to end as they get older. At the World Cup, two of the biggest stars are 39-year-old Lionel Messi and 41-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo. 41-year-old NBA star LeBron James is looking to add another NBA title to his resume, and 44-year-old Serena Williams took to the court at Wimbledon this year. Matthew Futterman, senior writer for tennis at the Athletic, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
The Supreme Court upheld the Constitution's guarantee of birthright citizenship on Tuesday. The court voted 6-3 to strike down President Trump's executive order drastically scaling back that right. Norman Wong, the great-grandson of Wong Kim Ark, who's case nearly 130 years ago led to children born on U.S. soil being granted U.S. citizenship immediately, discusses the ruling.
While there's still no official word from Taylor Swift or Travis Kelce on their wedding, some law enforcement sources are talking details. Jo Ling Kent has more from Madison Square Garden.
Tony Dokoupil visited an elementary school in New Jersey where students celebrated the country's 250th birthday with some historical figures.