Judge rules Lady Gaga does not have to pay $500,000 reward
The judge ruled that because the woman pleaded no contest to knowingly receiving stolen property in connection to the crime, she was not entitled to Lady Gaga's reward money.
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Lady Gaga shares emotional tribute to Tony Bennett
"Though there were 5 decades between us, he was my friend," she wrote in a post on Instagram. "My real true friend."
Tony Bennett remembered by stars and fans
Bennett won 19 Grammys and recorded 60 studio albums during his seven-decade career – and also helped bring the arts to others.
Lady Gaga once said Tony Bennett "saved" her life
"I was so sad. I couldn't sleep. I felt dead," she said. "And then I spent a lot of time with Tony. He wanted nothing but my friendship and my voice."
Tony Bennett's legacy, influence on music
Tony Bennett has passed away at the age of 96. Chris Willman, senior music writer and chief music critic for Variety, joined CBS News to talk about Bennett's career and legacy in the music world.
Lady Gaga gives a surprise performance at the Oscars
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2023 Oscar nominees are getting pricey gift bags: Here's what's inside
The gifts in the so-called "swag bag" will be worth six figures. "This isn't frivolity; it is basic economics," the company behind the gifts says.
Man who shot Lady Gaga's dog walker sentenced to 21 years in prison
James Howard Jackson, one of three men and two accomplices who participated in the violent robbery and its aftermath, pleaded no contest to one count of attempted murder.
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Suspect in shooting of Lady Gaga's dog walker recaptured
James Howard Jackson was accidentally released from jail on April 6 due to what authorities called a "clerical error."
Suspect in shooting of Lady Gaga's dog-walker still at large
James Howard Jackson, who was charged with attempted murder for his involvement in the dog-napping in February 2021, was mistakenly released from jail in April on a "clerical error."
Anderson Cooper on witnessing Tony Bennett's final act
The 60 Minutes correspondent said of his report, "It was among the most extraordinary things I'd experienced on a shoot."
Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga prepare for Bennett's last big concert
Anderson Cooper was there this past summer as Bennett geared up for two more shows at Radio City Music Hall.
Lady Gaga, Jennifer Hudson among Oscar snubs
Bradley Cooper, Leonardo DiCaprio, Frances McDormand and Ruth Negga are also missing from this year's Academy Award nominations.
Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga prepare for Bennett's last big concert
Anderson Cooper was there this past summer as Bennett geared up for two more shows at Radio City Music Hall.
Anderson Cooper on witnessing Tony Bennett's final act
The 60 Minutes correspondent said of his report, "It was among the most extraordinary things I'd experienced on a shoot."
Benedict Cumberbatch and Lady Gaga win New York Film Critics Circle awards
The critics group picks Japanese drama "Drive My Car" as year's best film; Jane Campion wins best director for "The Power of the Dog."
Anderson Cooper on witnessing Tony Bennett's final act
The 60 Minutes correspondent said of his report, "It was among the most extraordinary things I'd experienced on a shoot."
Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga prepare for Bennett's last big concert
The 95-year-old singer is gearing up for two more shows at Radio City Music Hall, though he's grappling with Alzheimer's. Anderson Cooper was there as he prepared.
Anderson Cooper on Tony Bennett's final act
The 60 Minutes correspondent said of his report, "It was among the most extraordinary things I'd experienced on a shoot."
Tony Bennett's musical memory triumphs over Alzheimer's
Anderson Cooper reports on the 95-year-old crooner, Sunday for 60 Minutes.
Lady Gaga's dog walker opens up about the night he was shot
Ryan Fischer says he believes he was targeted because of the breed of Lady Gaga's dogs.
Lady Gaga's dog walker recalls night he was shot by dognappers
Ryan Fischer was walking the singer's dogs in Hollywood when he was shot and robbed.
Lady Gaga's dog walker recalls night he was shot by dognappers
"CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King sat down with Lady Gaga's dog walker Ryan Fischer for his first TV interview. He recalls the night he was shot by dognappers.
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Penn president resigns after controversial congressional hearing on antisemitism
The presidents of both Harvard and MIT have also received significant criticism for their testimony as well.
State Department circumvents Congress, approves sale of ammo to Israel
The move comes as President Biden's request for a nearly $106 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel and other national security is languishing in Congress.
Shohei Ohtani signs record deal with Dodgers
Shohei Ohtani agreed to a record-breaking $700 million,10-year contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers, the AP reported.
At least 3 dead after powerful tornado touches down in Tennessee
At least 23 more were treated at local hospitals, according to northern Tennessee's Montgomery County Sheriff's Office
Iran activist Narges Mohammadi to go on hunger strike when awarded Nobel
She was awarded the Nobel prize for her fight against the oppression of women in Iran.
Los Angeles mayor works to tackle city's homelessness crisis
Los Angeles is home to about 46,000 people who are considered homeless, but Mayor Karen Bass is working to change that.
At least 3 killed after fire in hospital near Rome
Patients in intensive care at St. John the Evangelist hospital in Tivoli were transferred immediately to other hospitals via ambulance, the Tivoli mayor's office said in a statement.
Volunteers flock to Israel to harvest produce amid farm labor shortage
Hundreds of volunteers from outside Israel – and within – are harvesting fruit and vegetables from Israel's farms before the produce rots on the ground.
Legislation giving nature the same rights as humans gaining traction
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First tomato ever grown in space, lost 8 months ago, found by astronauts
Astronauts in the International Space Station said they found the rogue fruit, dispelling claims that astronaut Frank Rubio ate it.
At least 3 dead after powerful tornado touches down in Tennessee
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GOP presidential candidates weigh in on January debate participation
More Republican presidential debates will be held next month, but it's not clear which major candidates will be appearing.
Los Angeles mayor works to tackle city's homelessness crisis
Los Angeles is home to about 46,000 people who are considered homeless, but Mayor Karen Bass is working to change that.
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Lobbying group overstated how much shoplifting hurt retailers
The National Retail Federation retracted an earlier estimate of the losses stores suffer at the hands of criminal rings.
Taylor Swift Eras Tour crosses billion-dollar mark, setting record
Also unprecedented was the speed at which Swift's Eras Tour had surpassed a billion in sales — a mere eight months.
Amazon says scammers stole millions through phony product returns
International ring breached Amazon's internal systems and bribed its employees, the e-commerce giant alleges in lawsuit.
The U.S. states where homeowners gained — and lost — equity in 2023
Although home prices have continued to rise across much of the U.S., homeowners in some states saw their home equity shrink.
Think twice before scanning a QR code — here's why
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State Department circumvents Congress, approves sale of ammo to Israel
The move comes as President Biden's request for a nearly $106 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel and other national security is languishing in Congress.
GOP presidential candidates weigh in on January debate participation
More Republican presidential debates will be held next month, but it's not clear which major candidates will be appearing.
Texas court temporarily halts ruling allowing woman to have emergency abortion
Kate Cox, a mother of two, said she found out last week that her unborn child suffered from what doctors say is a fatal disorder.
Expert witnesses for Trump's defense billed almost $900,000 each
One expert witness for Trump's defense said he was paid $877,500 by the Trump Organization and Trump's Save America PAC.
Judge approves settlement barring revival of family separation policy
While on the 2024 campaign trail, former President Donald Trump has repeatedly refused to rule out reinstating his infamous border separation policy.
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FDA approves gene therapy for sickle cell disease
The Food and Drug Administration on Friday approved the first-ever gene-editing therapy that uses a cutting-edge technology called CRISPR to treat sickle cell disease. Dr. Jon LaPook has more.
Chronic fatigue syndrome affects millions. Here's what to know.
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FDA approves gene-editing treatment for sickle cell disease
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An end to breast cancer? California company develops groundbreaking vaccine with promising future
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Social Security clawbacks hit a million more people than agency said
Social Security Administration Kilolo Kijakazi omitted numbers from Supplemental Security Income program for seniors with little or no income who are blind or otherwise disabled.
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First tomato ever grown in space, lost 8 months ago, found by astronauts
Astronauts in the International Space Station said they found the rogue fruit, dispelling claims that astronaut Frank Rubio ate it.
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Iran activist Narges Mohammadi to go on hunger strike when awarded Nobel
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Legislation giving nature the same rights as humans gaining traction
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Volunteers flock to Israel to harvest produce amid farm labor shortage
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Gregory Porter performs "Christmas Waltz"
Grammy-winning artist Gregory Porter makes a return to Saturday Sessions. Porter, who emerged from small jazz clubs in California, has garnered global acclaim and is now out with his first-ever holiday collection. The album pays tributes to some of the season's greatest singers and songwriters. From "Christmas Wish," here is Gregory Porter with "Christmas Waltz."
Gregory Porter performs "Someday At Christmas"
Grammy-winning artist Gregory Porter makes a return to Saturday Sessions. Porter, who emerged from small jazz clubs in California, has garnered global acclaim and is now out with his first-ever holiday collection. The album pays tributes to some of the season's greatest singers and songwriters. From "Christmas Wish," here is Gregory Porter with "Someday at Christmas."
Gregory Porter performs "Heart For Christmas"
Grammy-winning artist Gregory Porter makes a return to Saturday Sessions. Porter, who emerged from small jazz clubs in California, has garnered global acclaim and is now out with his first-ever holiday collection. The album pays tributes to some of the season's greatest singers and songwriters. From "Christmas Wish," here is Gregory Porter with "Heart for Christmas."
Taylor Swift Eras Tour crosses billion-dollar mark, setting record
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Ryan O'Neal, star of "Love Story," is dead at 82
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White House approves high-speed rail funding
In the hopes of finally bringing high-speed rail to the U.S., the Biden administration on Friday approved $8.2 billion for projects on both coasts. $3 billion of that will go to Brightline West, a high-speed rail line that will run between Los Angeles and Las Vegas. Kris Van Cleave has details.
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Russian hackers accused of targeting U.S. intel community
The Justice Department accused Russia-based hackers of targeting U.S. intelligence officials as part of an international spear phishing campaign.
Jamie Dimon on cryptocurrency industry: "I'd close it down"
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Apple releases urgent update to fix iOS 17 security issues
The update patches two vulnerabilities, includes no new features to the operating system.
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First tomato ever grown in space, lost 8 months ago, found by astronauts
Astronauts in the International Space Station said they found the rogue fruit, dispelling claims that astronaut Frank Rubio ate it.
Extraordinarily rare white leucistic gator with born in Florida
The baby gator is one of just eight known leucistic alligators in the world, according to Gatorland, the park where it was born.
Bright star will vanish in one-of-a-kind eclipse. Here's how to watch it.
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Orphaned Alaskan sea otter given second chance at life in Chicago
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John Kerry: U.S. backs cutting fossil fuels
Special Climate Envoy John Kerry wrapped up the first week of the COP28 climate summit in Dubai by announcing the U.S. supports "largely" phasing out fossil fuels. CBS News national correspondent Dave Malkoff joins to discuss.
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Key evidence in the disappearance and death of Andreen McDonald
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Minnesota man arrested after impaling grocery worker with golf club: Police
The suspect barricaded himself in an apartment after the incident, sparking an hours-long standoff with Minneapolis Police.
Gunman in Oxford school shooting sentenced to life
The now 17-year-old gunman who opened fire at Oxford High School in Michigan on November 2021, killing four people and wounding seven others, was sentenced Friday to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
Police: Woman tried to set fire to MLK's birth home
A 26-year-old woman was taken into custody Thursday on allegations she tried to set fire to the birth home of civil rights icon Martin Luther King Jr. in Atlanta.
New York increases security at Jewish sites
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul put state police and the New York National Guard on high alert Thursday, and ordered the agencies to increase patrols at Jewish sites after a man armed with a shotgun fired two rounds into the air outside an Albany synagogue. Meg Oliver reports.
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Russian cargo ship docks at International Space Station
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NASA "unlikely" to launch Artemis moon landing flight in 2025, GAO says
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Eye Opener: Protesters make human art
Hundreds of protesters in Spain made a human mosaic of the Palestinian flag and the Pablo Picasso anti-war painting, Guernica. Meanwhile, a Jewish customer at a coffee shop said she was asked to leave after finding antisemitic graffiti in the establishment’s restroom. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener.
Gregory Porter performs "Christmas Waltz"
Grammy-winning artist Gregory Porter makes a return to Saturday Sessions. Porter, who emerged from small jazz clubs in California, has garnered global acclaim and is now out with his first-ever holiday collection. The album pays tributes to some of the season's greatest singers and songwriters. From "Christmas Wish," here is Gregory Porter with "Christmas Waltz."
Gregory Porter performs "Someday At Christmas"
Grammy-winning artist Gregory Porter makes a return to Saturday Sessions. Porter, who emerged from small jazz clubs in California, has garnered global acclaim and is now out with his first-ever holiday collection. The album pays tributes to some of the season's greatest singers and songwriters. From "Christmas Wish," here is Gregory Porter with "Someday at Christmas."