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ESPN reporter fired after yelling expletive at a journalist
The network's baseball reporter was heard calling a freelancer the C-word while covering a New York Yankees game.
ESPN announces layoffs as Disney cuts thousands of jobs
ESPN's corporate owner, the Walt Disney Company, plans to slash 7,000 jobs as a cost-cutting measure.
ESPN's Stephen A Smith on new memoir
Stephen A. Smith is a fixture of ESPN's basketball coverage and on the opinion show "First Take." Now, he's breaking into the literary space with his memoir "Straight Shooter: A Memoir of Second Chances and First Takes." Dana Jacobson has more.
Layoffs begin at Disney as CEO Bob Iger moves to pare losses
Some 7,000 employees will lose their jobs, with the first round of cuts starting this week as Disney moves to slash costs.
Chris Evert announces she's "cancer-free" more than 1 year after diagnosis
"Today, I'm cancer-free, and there's a 90% chance that the ovarian cancer will never come back," the tennis icon said in an op-ed.
Disney says it has more streaming customers than Netflix
The media company added 12.1 million Disney+ customers in the most recent quarter, bumping total subscriber base above Netflix.
Bill Rhoden on Deshaun Watson suspension
ESPN columnist Bill Rhoden joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the punishment of Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson, who faces sexual misconduct accusations.
John Clayton, longtime NFL journalist, has died at 67
Clayton spent five decades covering the NFL.
Reporter Allison Williams is leaving ESPN over vaccine mandate
"Ultimately, I cannot put a paycheck over principle," Williams said.
ESPN takes Rachel Nichols off NBA coverage, cancels her show
The decision follows backlash over leaked comments she made about her former colleague Maria Taylor.
Maria Taylor and ESPN part ways after leaked audio controversy
Taylor's departure follows a controversy surrounding leaked comments from reporter Rachel Nichols, who made disparaging comments about her.
ESPN's Smith apologizes for remarks
ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith says he's "sincerely sorry" for his "insensitive" comments about baseball All-Star Shohei Ohtani, after Smith criticized the Japanese-born player for not speaking English at press conferences. CBSN's Tanya Rivero has details.
ESPN reporter pulled from covering NBA Finals
ESPN benched reporter Rachel Nichols from covering the NBA Finals from the sidelines after a recording of her making disparaging remarks surfaced. Adriana Diaz has the latest.
ESPN removes reporter from NBA Finals sideline coverage after comments
A recording surfaced of Nichols making disparaging comments about a colleague and the sports network's racial diversity efforts.
Jemele Hill on Olympics, ESPN controversy
Jemele Hill, a contributing writer at The Atlantic and host of "Jemele Hill, is Unbothered" at Spotify, joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss if the rules at the Olympics are antiquated and unfairly targeting athletes of color, as well as the fallout at ESPN over comments made by a white reporter about a Black host.
Should NCAA pay college players?
Arizona basketball coach Sean Miller is disputing an ESPN report alleging payments to a freshman player. It revives questions about whether the NCAA should be paying college athletes. Bill Reiter, host of "Reiter's Block" on CBS Sports HQ, joins CBSN with more.
ESPN suspends Jemele Hill
ESPN has suspended anchor Jemele Hill for two weeks after the company said she violated the social media policy twice in two weeks.
White House attacks ESPN anchor
In what may be an unprecedented move, the White House appeared to call for a TV personality to be fired. It followed a tweet earlier this week by ESPN anchor Jemele Hill in which she called the president "a white supremacist who has largely surrounded himself with other white supremacists." Julianna Goldman has more.
Jemele Hill responds
ESPN "SportsCenter" host Jemele Hill has responded to the controversy surrounding her tweet calling President Donald Trump a "white supremacist." CBSN anchor Vladimir Duthiers has more.
Fatal car crash
The wife of ESPN personality Chris Berman died in a car crash in Connecticut on Tuesday. CBSN's Reena Ninan has details.
LeBron slams coach
LeBron James is hitting back at former Knicks coach Phil Jackson after he criticized James in an interview with ESPN. Bill Reiter of CBS Sports joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with more on his response.
Dwyane Wade, Vince Wilfork and other athletes are set to bare all in ESPN's Body Issue
Dwyane Wade, Vince Wilfork and other athletes are set to bare all in ESPN's Body Issue. CBSN's Reena Ninan has more.
For more than a quarter century, Craig Sager has been part of the very fabric of the NBA
For more than a quarter century, Craig Sager has been part of the very fabric of the NBA. Two years ago, after being diagnosed with a rare form of leukemia, the basketball world rallied around him. That continues Thursday night, when the sideline reporter, who often dresses with flair, gets to work his first championship game for a rival TV network. Dana Jacobson reports.
ESPNW's Sarah Spain was tired of abusive online attacks by men towards female reporters so she helped create a PSA where men read mean tweets targeting women
ESPNW's Sarah Spain was tired of abusive online attacks by men towards female reporters so she helped create a PSA where men read mean tweets targeting women. The video has gained plenty of online traffic and sparked a conversation about online bullying. CBSN's Josh Elliott spoke with Sarah Spain and CBS Sports Network's Dana Jacobson about the video and online harassment towards women.
Trump says U.S. is "in charge" of Venezuela, Maduro expected in court Monday
Nicolas Maduro and his wife are expected to face federal charges related to drug trafficking and working with gangs designated as terrorist organizations.
Marco Rubio says "the president always retains optionality" to occupy Venezuela
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said President Trump always has options when it comes to what comes next in Venezuela, after a U.S. strike and capture of the country's president, Nicolás Maduro.
The U.S. investigation into Nicolás Maduro and what's next for Venezuela
After the U.S. capture of Venezuela's Maduro, correspondent Scott Pelley interviews a former hostage negotiator who may have spent more time face-to-face with Maduro than any other American official.
Rep. Jim Himes says Maduro capture is "clearly illegal under international law"
Rep. Jim Himes, the top Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee, pointed to the broader implications of the operation to remove former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
Maduro and his wife to appear in federal court on Monday, court spokesperson says
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, were captured overnight from their home in Caracas during a U.S. military operation.
Cotton: New Venezuelan government cannot "continue Nicolás Maduro's ways"
President Trump "wants to give them a chance to turn the page in Venezuela and to help America achieve our policy goals there," Sen. Tom Cotton said on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."
Venezuela's military recognizes VP as acting leader after Maduro's capture
Delcy Rodriguez, who is next in the presidential line of succession, served as Nicolas Maduro's vice president since 2018.
Minn. politicians denounce Trump for elevating conspiracy theories on lawmaker's death
Several lawmakers are condemning President Trump after he shared a video on social media Saturday alleging Gov. Tim Walz is behind the assassination of former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman.
5 years later, a stubborn fight over the basic facts of the Jan. 6 riot
The physical damage from the Capitol riot has been repaired — and President Trump has pardoned almost every defendant. What remains is a battle over the basic facts.
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Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Jan. 4, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Sen. Chris Van Hollen join Margaret Brennan.
Rep. Jim Himes says Maduro capture is "clearly illegal under international law"
Rep. Jim Himes, the top Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee, pointed to the broader implications of the operation to remove former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
Marco Rubio says "the president always retains optionality" to occupy Venezuela
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said President Trump always has options when it comes to what comes next in Venezuela, after a U.S. strike and capture of the country's president, Nicolás Maduro.
How Mayor Fiorello La Guardia made New York the greatest city in the world
After taking office in the middle of the Great Depression, the NYC mayor – a 5'2" bundle of dynamite and inveterate PR hound – reshaped the city through massive public works projects, while changing the role that government plays in people's lives.
One year after Calif. wildfires, progress is slow in rebuilding
A year after wildfires decimated much of Pacific Palisades and Altadena, construction has begun on just about 500 of the more than 16,000 structures lost, slowed by the complex web of permits, insurance payouts, rising building costs, and stalled federal aid.
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U.S. seeks to tap Venezuela's vast oil reserves after military strikes
President Trump said "we're going to get the oil flowing the way it should be" after the surprise U.S. attack. Here's what to know about Venezuela's oil sector.
California could impose a billionaire tax. Here's how it would work.
Proposed California ballot initiative would impose a one-time 5% tax on billionaires, with the revenue funneled toward health care and education.
What to know about Greg Abel, the new CEO of Berkshire Hathaway
Abel, 63, takes the helm of Berkshire Hathaway after a six-decade run by Buffett.
Grok let users post altered photos of minors in "minimal clothing"
Grok, the chatbot developed by Elon Musk's company xAI, said it is fixing "lapses in safeguards" after social media users said it was generating sexualized photos of minors.
Tesla sales drop for a second year in a row amid headwinds
Tesla's electric vehicle sales fell 9% in 2025 from a year ago amid the expiration of a $7,500 EV U.S. tax credit.
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5 years later, a stubborn fight over the basic facts of the Jan. 6 riot
The physical damage from the Capitol riot has been repaired — and President Trump has pardoned almost every defendant. What remains is a battle over the basic facts.
Read full episode transcripts of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" from 2026
Browse all of our full episode transcripts from 2026 of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Jan. 4, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Sen. Chris Van Hollen join Margaret Brennan.
Rep. Jim Himes says Maduro capture is "clearly illegal under international law"
Rep. Jim Himes, the top Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee, pointed to the broader implications of the operation to remove former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
Family of Rep. Hortman ask Trump to remove post spreading conspiracy theories on her death
Several lawmakers are condemning President Trump after he shared a video on social media Saturday alleging Gov. Tim Walz is behind the assassination of former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman.
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Doctor's orders: Eat ice cream, and other tips for a long and healthy life
In his new wellness book, "Eat Your Ice Cream," Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel goes beyond the basics of eating, exercise and sleep, to the importance of being happy, social engagement, and recommended behaviors (like "don't be a schmuck") that can benefit longevity.
Why this doctor says: Eat your ice cream
In his new wellness book, "Eat Your Ice Cream: Six Simple Rules For a Long and Healthy Life," Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel, a prominent oncologist and health policy expert, goes beyond the basics of eating, exercise and sleep. He talks with Norah O'Donnell about the importance of being happy, social engagement, and recommended behaviors (like "don't be a schmuck") that can benefit longevity.
Book excerpt: "Eat Your Ice Cream" by Ezekiel J. Emanuel, M.D.
In his new book, the oncologist and health policy expert discusses longevity, and how to best differentiate valid and effective health and wellness advice from "the speculative, deceptive, and just plain stupid."
A new mom skipped a routine appointment. An infected cut led to a devastating diagnosis
Postpartum depression and a busy home life kept Ameilia Boodoosingh Gopie from her regular appointments.
Price hikes hit ACA health insurance plans as subsidies expire
Enhanced tax credits that have helped Americans offset the cost of Affordable Care Act health insurance for the last four years expired overnight.
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At least 30 killed after gunmen raid village in northern Nigeria
The gunmen stormed the Kasuwan-Daji village in Niger state's Borgu local government area on Saturday evening and opened fire on residents.
Venezuela's military recognizes VP as acting leader after Maduro's capture
Delcy Rodriguez, who is next in the presidential line of succession, served as Nicolas Maduro's vice president since 2018.
Transcript: Rep. Jim Himes on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Jan. 4, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Jim Himes, Democrat of Connecticut, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Jan. 4, 2026.
Transcript: Sen. Chris Van Hollen on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Jan. 4, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Sen. Chris Van Hollen, Democrat of Maryland, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Jan. 4, 2026.
Cotton: New Venezuelan government cannot "continue Nicolás Maduro's ways"
President Trump "wants to give them a chance to turn the page in Venezuela and to help America achieve our policy goals there," Sen. Tom Cotton said on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."
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Michael B. Jordan on "Sinners"
Michael B. Jordan, who plays twin brothers in "Sinners," says shooting Ryan Coogler's horror film set in the Depression Era South – a drama that melds Jim Crow racism with vampires – is also a testament to the power of family.
Extended interview: Michael B. Jordan
In this web exclusive, Michael B. Jordan talks with Tracy Smith about being pushed out of his comfort zone by performing two characters – identical twin brothers – in Ryan Coogler's horror film "Sinners."
Michael B. Jordan on "Sinners"
Michael B. Jordan, who plays twin brothers in "Sinners," says shooting Ryan Coogler's horror film set in the Depression Era South – a drama that melds Jim Crow racism with vampires – is also a testament to the power of family. He talks with Tracy Smith about portraying the characters Stack and Smoke; his ties to his parents; and what it took for him to recover from playing the villain Killmonger in "Black Panther."
Behind the scenes of "The Pitt"
The HBO Max drama immerses viewers in the struggles faced by the ER staff at the fictional Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center. "Sunday Morning" visits the hyper-realistic set, and talks with star, writer, director and executive producer Noah Wyle.
Extended interview: Noah Wyle
In this web exclusive, CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook talks with Noah Wyle, the star of "ER" and the HBO Max series "The Pitt," about how his new show depicts the fragility of the medical system, and about his character, Dr. Michael "Robby" Robinavitch.
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More on lewd images from Grok AI tool
Grok, the artificial intelligence tool created by Elon Musk, posted online about "lapses in safeguards" that led to the generation of lewd images involving children. Journalist Jacob Ward joins CBS News with more.
Grok let users post altered photos of minors in "minimal clothing"
Grok, the chatbot developed by Elon Musk's company xAI, said it is fixing "lapses in safeguards" after social media users said it was generating sexualized photos of minors.
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.
Economic oasis emerges in the Arizona desert
Arizona is fast becoming a major hub for computer chip production thanks to what's being called the largest foreign direct investment in U.S. history. Kris Van Cleave takes us to a sprawling campus in Phoenix that is providing thousands of jobs while reducing America's reliance on overseas products.
OpenAI hiring for head safety executive to mitigate AI risks
The company's investment in safety prevention comes amid growing concerns over the potential harm of artificial intelligence.
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The history and mystery of kissing
If you rang in the new year with a kiss, you took part in a tradition millions of years in the making. Scientists now say the origins of kissing go back much farther than most think. CBS News' Tina Kraus has more.
2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
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.
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Prosecutor: H.S. coach orchestrated murder of ex with the help of former player
Shea Briar was found on a rural bridge in Jay County, Indiana, clinging to life with a bullet through his heart. E.J. Stephen, Briar's ex-fiancée and the mother of his child, would soon become a suspect. The high school softball coach would not be the only one.
Details on thwarted New Year's Eve attack
Federal authorities in North Carolina announced charges against an 18-year-old, who they say was planning to carry out a New Year's Eve terror attack in support of ISIS. CBS News homeland security correspondent Nicole Sganga reports.
Ohio police seek suspect in fatal shooting of dentist and his wife
Officers in Columbus, Ohio, were dispatched to the couple's home on the morning Dec. 30 for a welfare check and found them dead at the scene.
Teen planned terror attack, official says
U.S. officials announced that 18-year-old Christian Sturdivant has been charged after allegedly planning to carry out an ISIS-inspired terror attack in North Carolina on New Year's Eve. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane and Jessica Levinson have more.
ISIS-inspired attack prevented, officials say
Justice Department and FBI officials announced Friday that a planned terror attack in North Carolina on New Year's Eve was thwarted. U.S. Attorney Russ Ferguson said the suspect, who was allegedly inspired by ISIS, was 18-year-old Christian Sturdivant. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.
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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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Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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What's at stake amid Maduro's capture
Tony Dokoupil speaks about President Trump's decision to remove the dictator Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela and all that's at stake in that call.
Venezuela attack snarls Caribbean air traffic
U.S. airlines are flying in and out of the Caribbean again Sunday after the surprise U.S. attack on Venezuela prompted the FAA to close the airspace over much of the Caribbean Saturday. Kris Van Cleave reports on how many stranded Americans are still waiting for flights home.
H.R. McMaster on Venezuela, Maduro
What happens next in Venezuela after the U.S. capture of dictator Nicolás Maduro with President Trump saying he plans to "run" that country? Retired Army Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster, who served as national security advisor in the first Trump administration, shares his thoughts on that question and more.
Venezuelans abroad celebrate Maduro's capture
Celebrations marking the end of Nicolás Maduro's rule erupted throughout the weekend for many Venezuelans living outside their home country. Cristian Benavides has more.
Trump threatens Venezuela's new president
A day after the U.S. raid in Venezuela that captured former President Nicolás Maduro, President Trump has put new Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez on notice. "If she doesn't do what's right", Trump told the Atlantic on Sunday, "she is going to pay a very big price, probably bigger than Maduro." Charlie D'Agata reports.