Fernando Mendoza becomes first-ever Indiana Hoosier to win the Heisman
Fernando Mendoza claimed 2,362 first place votes to nab the prize.
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Fernando Mendoza claimed 2,362 first place votes to nab the prize.
In modern language, to give someone the Heisman is to reject them and brush them off completely. The phrase originates from the Heisman Trophy, whose figure forever stiff-arms an invisible defender. But there's a much more fitting history for the term. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
From Time Magazine's Person of the Year to the announcement of the Heisman Trophy winner, "Sunday Morning" takes a look at some notable events of the week ahead. Jane Pauley reports.
The world was transfixed by O.J. Simpson's 1994 double murder trial, where he was charged with the slayings of his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend Ronald Goldman. Laurie Levenson, Loyola Law School professor, joins CBS News with a look at the trial. Plus, CBS News' Carter Evans has more on the case's impact on the city of Los Angeles.
In the 1990s, news media from all over the world covered O.J. Simpson's double murder case, which led to a famous slow-speed chase and a trial seen on live television globally. Helicopter pilot Zoey Tur and journalist Jim Newton look back at the coverage.
Carl E. Douglas, one of O.J. Simpson's attorneys during the football star's 1995 murder trial, spoke to CBS News about Simpson's complicated legacy following news of his death at age 76. Simpson, who was acquitted of the double murder of his ex-wife and her friend, died of cancer on Wednesday.
Jayden Daniels became the first player since 2016 to win the Heisman despite his team not playing for a conference championship.
Young became the first Crimson Tide quarterback to win college football's top honor on Saturday night.
The NCAA said they will not re-evaluate or reconsider previous name, images and likenesses penalties.
"It is my strong belief that I won the Heisman trophy 'solely' due to my hard work and dedication on the football field and it is also my firm belief that my records should be reinstated," Bush said in a statement.
Smith became the first wide receiver to win the Heisman Trophy in 29 seasons, breaking the monopoly quarterbacks have had on college football's most prestigious award by beating out three of them.
Clemson Tigers quarterback Trevor Lawrence and Florida Gators quarterback Kyle Trask were also named.
"I'm up here for all those kids in Athens and Athens County that go home to not a lot of food on the table, hungry after school," Burrow said during his speech.
The LSU quarterback was considered the favorite heading into Saturday night.
From Time Magazine's Person of the Year to the announcement of the Heisman Trophy winner, "Sunday Morning" takes a look at some notable events of the week ahead
"I am firmly and fully committing my life and time to becoming an NFL quarterback," Murray said
Kyler Murray edged out Alabama's Tua Tagvailoa and setting up a College Football Playoff matchup of Heisman winner and runner-up
Mayfield finished the 2017 season with 4,340 passing yards, 41 passing touchdowns and 4,650 total yards of offense
Rashaan Salaam was found dead in park near University of Colorado in early December
The shooting happened around 2 a.m. Sunday morning, just hours after Lamar Jackson became the first University of Louisville player and youngest person ever to win the Heisman Trophy
He is the youngest winner at 19 years, 337 days, a few days younger than 2013 winner Jameis Winston of Florida State
Body of the 1994 Heisman Trophy winner was found in a park in Boulder; police say foul play not suspected
An unidentified suspect was killed by security after an attack on a synagogue near Detroit, police said.
Iran's relentless attacks on Gulf states and infrastructure appear to be overshadowing interventions by the U.S. and its allies aimed at easing energy prices.
One person was killed and two others were hurt in a shooting on the campus of Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, police said.
The Senate failed for a fourth time to advance a funding bill for the Department of Homeland Security, with no deal in sight.
Iranian state media say the country's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, in his first public statement, has called for the Strait of Hormuz to remain shut.
Ballerina Misty Copeland responded to controversial comments made by actor Timothée Chalamet when he appeared to dismiss the significance of ballet and opera, saying, "No one cares."
The U.S. and Israel had a "flawed assumption" that the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei would lead to the collapse of the regime, said an expert on the region.
The report raised questions about what took place after the shooting, which left Dyshan Best bleeding with fatal injuries.
Easing the century-old shipping law could help lower fuel prices as the Iran war pushes crude oil near $100 a barrel, experts say.
Ballerina Misty Copeland responded to controversial comments made by actor Timothée Chalamet when he appeared to dismiss the significance of ballet and opera, saying, "No one cares."
Easing the century-old shipping law could help lower fuel prices as the Iran war pushes crude oil near $100 a barrel, experts say.
Plaintiffs claim that David Protein bars contain "way more" calories and fat than what's displayed on the label.
The Senate approved a package of bills aimed at lowering housing costs, the most sweeping housing legislation in decades and a rare point of bipartisan consensus in an election year, with the issue of affordability top of mind for many voters.
One person was killed and two others were hurt in a shooting on the campus of Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, police said.
Easing the century-old shipping law could help lower fuel prices as the Iran war pushes crude oil near $100 a barrel, experts say.
Plaintiffs claim that David Protein bars contain "way more" calories and fat than what's displayed on the label.
Attacks on shipping traffic and energy infrastructure in the Persian Gulf temporarily pushed oil back above $100 a barrel, stoking investor fears.
As pennies begin to disappear, states are grappling with a "rounding" problem for cash purchases that would have included them in the past.
Whether the Iran war-linked leap in the price of gas will give a shot in the arm to EV sales will depend on a variety of factors, experts say, so the answer isn't clear-cut.
The Senate approved a package of bills aimed at lowering housing costs, the most sweeping housing legislation in decades and a rare point of bipartisan consensus in an election year, with the issue of affordability top of mind for many voters.
More than 300 TSA officers have quit since the partial government shutdown began last month, according to agency statistics obtained by CBS News.
Democratic Rep. Jim Clyburn of South Carolina announced Thursday he will seek an 18th term in Congress.
The U.S. Treasury Department on Thursday sanctioned six individuals and two companies accused of aiding North Korea in running a global scheme using remote IT workers to fund their weapons program.
The first week of the U.S.'s war with Iran cost around $11.3 billion, military officials told members of Congress in a briefing this week, according to sources familiar with the meeting.
Crystalline silica, which is released into the air when workers cut and polish engineered stone for kitchen countertops, can scar human lungs beyond repair.
Last summer, the Trump administration announced a voluntary pledge by health insurers to reform prior authorization, but patient advocates and medical providers remain skeptical.
A CBS News analysis of records for every hospice operating in Los Angeles County finds indications of fraud are growing.
Food containing norovirus may smell and taste normal but still cause serious illness if consumed, FDA warns.
Dentists, hygienists, and researchers say a shortage of rural dental care professionals and worsening oral hygiene since the COVID-19 pandemic mean more kids are ending up in the emergency room for tooth decay.
Iranian state media say the country's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, in his first public statement, has called for the Strait of Hormuz to remain shut.
CBS News journalists offer international perspectives from leaders and citizens in a number of countries as the Iran war nears the two-week mark.
Oksana Masters said she was shocked to win her 22nd Paralympic Medal in Milan.
The pipe, with a diameter of 11.5 feet, towered as high as 42 feet at one point, according to the Osaka construction department.
The strike appears to have come without warning, and shows that Iran and its proxies can target ships even without mining the Strait of Hormuz.
Ballerina Misty Copeland responded to controversial comments made by actor Timothée Chalamet when he appeared to dismiss the significance of ballet and opera, saying, "No one cares."
John Grisham, who has written 52 bestsellers, reveals the name of his new novel on "CBS Mornings" and talks about how writing about espionage compares to his legal thrillers.
The fourth contestant eliminated from "Survivor: In the Hands of the Fans" joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss being voted off and playing the game again.
Misty Copeland, the first Black female principal dancer for the American Ballet Theater, said Timothée Chalamet "wouldn't be an actor and have the opportunities he has as a movie star if it weren't for opera and ballet and their relevance in that medium." Her response comes after Chalamet's comments on ballet and opera sparked backlash.
Watch scenes from the performances nominated for best supporting actor at the 98th annual Academy Awards, as well as interviews with the nominees.
An explosion in artificial intelligence data centers and cloud computing is shrinking the supply of memory chips, which is having a major impact on the price consumers pay for everyday tech. CNET editor-in-chief David Katzmaier joins CBS News to discuss.
Elon Musk said his long-planned payments platform, dubbed XMoney, is set to launch for select users. Here's what to know.
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.
AI-generated artist Tilly Norwood and the company behind her released a new music video speaking directly to her critics. As AI evolves, Hollywood faces questions over legal protections, copyright infringement and human labor. Jo Ling Kent reports.
CBS News exclusively obtained a Pentagon memo from earlier this month that went out to several senior defense leaders and commanders. It ordered the removal of Anthropic's AI technology from key national systems. Jo Ling Kent reports.
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
Security staff killed an attacker who drove a car into a Detroit-area synagogue on Thursday, Michigan authorities said. Officials say one member of the security staff was injured, but no other victims were hurt. CBS News Detroit reports.
Two people were injured Thursday during a shooting at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, according to an alert. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
One person was killed and two others were hurt in a shooting on the campus of Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, police said.
NYPD Chief Aaron Edwards and Sgt. Luis Navarro are being lauded for their actions during a tense encounter outside Gracie Mansion involving a potential explosive device. CBS News' Jericka Duncan has more.
NYPD Chief Aaron Edwards hopped a metal barrier to chase down a suspect accused of throwing IEDs during clashing protests outside Gracie Mansion.
Nearly 14 years after it was launched in 2012, NASA says a 1,300-pound satellite is expected to come crashing back to Earth on Wednesday. Most of it will burn up as it reenters the atmosphere, but NASA warns some debris could survive reentry.
The Van Allen probe's mission was meant to last two years, but ended up going for nearly seven.
NASA has announced a major overhaul of its Artemis moon program amid ongoing safety concerns. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
NASA announced an overhaul to its Artemis moon program as safety concerns persist. CBS News space contributor Christian Davenport breaks down the key takeaways.
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
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.
Security staff killed an attacker who drove a car into a Detroit-area synagogue on Thursday, Michigan authorities said. Officials say one member of the security staff was injured, but no other victims were hurt. CBS News Detroit reports.
A person who rammed a car into a Michigan synagogue on Thursday was confronted and killed by security, two law enforcement sources tell CBS News. Lindsey Reiser anchors CBS News' special coverage.
Michigan law enforcement members responded Thursday to reports of an active shooter at Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, a suburb of Detroit. Lindsey Reiser anchors CBS News' coverage.
The Oakland County Sheriff's Office says authorities responded Thursday to an "active shooter situation" at Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan. Tony Dokoupil anchors CBS News' special report.
85-year-old Democratic South Carolina Rep. Jim Clyburn has announced his reelection campaign. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.