Bill Russell's No. 6 jersey first ever to be retired across entire NBA
All NBA players will wear a commemorative patch on their uniforms during the 2022-23 season as a tribute to Russell.
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Jonathan Vigliotti reports on the monkeypox public health emergency, a possible prisoner swap for Brittney Griner and a verdict in the Alex Jones trial.
Griner sentenced to 9 years in Russian prison
A Russian court found WNBA star Brittney Griner guilty of deliberately smuggling drugs into the country and sentenced her to nine years in prison. President Biden denounced the verdict. Attention now turns to the possibility of a high-stakes prisoner swap between the U.S. and Russia. Nancy Cordes has the details.
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Brittney Griner sentenced to 9 years in Russian prison; Minor league players live in retirement community during baseball season
Ex-Laker puts NBA championship rings up for auction to help Ukraine
"These rings will just sit in a safe, it cannot help me. I have to do something positive," he said.
Bill Russell, Nichelle Nichols remembered for breaking barriers
The legacies of NBA Hall of Famer Bill Russell and actress Nichelle Nichols live on beyond the basketball court and the screen. Russell won 11 NBA championships with the Boston Celtics, and as Lt. Uhura in Star Trek, Nichols' role was a rarity: a Black woman starring as an equal member of the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise. Jim Axelrod shares more.
Tributes pour in for NBA legend Bill Russell
Tributes are pouring in for NBA legend and civil rights activist Bill Russell, who died Sunday at the age of 88. CBS News special correspondent and host of “The NFL Today” James Brown looks back on Russell’s legacy in basketball and beyond.
Remembering NBA great Bill Russell
"CBS Mornings" remembers the life and legacy of NBA icon Bill Russell with what is believed to be one of Russell's final TV interviews.
Bill Russell dies at 88
Fans are remembering basketball coach and activist Bill Russell, who died Sunday at the age of 88. James Brown has more on his legendary career on and off the court.
Female trainers making waves in men's professional sports scene
Two Portland women are making waves in the professional sports scene as athletic trainers.
Two women athletic trainers making history
For “CBS Mornings’” series “Changing the Game,” Jamie Yuccas sits down with the only female head athletic trainer in the NBA, Jessica Cohen, as well as her cross-town counterpart Stephanie Ludwig, who is one of two female head athletic trainers in Major League Soccer.
Hornets forward Miles Bridges arrested on eve of free agency
Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges has been arrested in Los Angeles on the eve of NBA free agency after a warrant was issued, Los Angeles police said.
NBA draft: Magic take Duke's Paolo Banchero with No. 1 pick
The Orlando Magic selected Duke freshman Paolo Banchero with the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft.
Golden State Warriors hold victory parade
The Golden State Warriors celebrated their NBA championship victory over the Boston Celtics with a parade Monday in San Francisco.
NBA player Iman Shumpert on finding purpose through fatherhood
Iman Shumpert recalls the lessons he learned from his own dad, which he says have shaped the father he is today.
Golden State Warriors win 4th NBA title in 8 years as Curry comes up big
They beat the Boston Celtics 103-90, with Steph Curry leading the way with 34 points. He was named the Finals MVP.
Historian talks basketball's forgotten era
The NBA celebrated its 75th anniversary this year, leading to more discussions of basketball history than ever before. But one author believes a crucial chapter has been ignored. CBS News special correspondent James Brown sat down with Claude Johnson, founder and executive director of the Black Fives Foundation, to discuss his new book, "The Black Fives" and the story of basketball's forgotten era.
The Uplift: Milestone birthday reflection and Milwaukee Bucks ring
A 105-year-old reflects on her long life. A man with Down syndrome earns himself a NBA championship ring for his job with the Milwaukee Bucks. Both Rob Gronkowski and LeBron James make surprise visits to schools. Plus, our most viral videos of the week.
Man with Down syndrome gets NBA ring
Hunter Peterson, a member of the Milwaukee Bucks Hoop Troop, has become a decorated member of the NBA team – even though he's not a player. Peterson, who has Down syndrome, recently received a championship ring from the Bucks for his impact on fans and the team.
Ernie Johnson writes letter to younger self
Ernie Johnson is a familiar name and voice to millions of basketball fans, being featured for more than 30 years on the NBA on TNT. In the "CBS Mornings" series Note to Self, Johnson reflects on his career and family in an emotional letter to his younger self.
NBA player speaks out after Texas shooting
Golden State Warriors player and father of a baby boy Damion Lee called for stricter gun control following the shooting in Uvalde, Texas, saying it's easier to "get a gun than baby formula right now."
America's Big Sisters mentors young girls without moms
Many young girls are growing up without a mother, but the older sister of a former NBA superstar is looking to change that with her mentoring program. Janet Shamlian shares more.
The Uplift: A celebrity's surprise and an athlete's donation
Jennifer Garner gets a nostalgic surprise from another star for her 50th birthday. NBA player Bismack Biyombo gives up his entire salary – for a good reason. A beloved therapy dog receives a huge Boston Marathon honor. And an 8-year-old who battled cancer gets to become a National Geographic explorer — all on this week's episode of "The Uplift."
Bismack Biyombo is donating his $1.3M salary to build a hospital in the Congo
He said he wants to help save lives after his father died of COVID-19 last year in their home country.
Bismack Biyombo donates salary to Congo hospital
Phoenix Suns center Bismack Biyombo is donating his entire $1.3 million salary to build a hospital in his home country, the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Jamie Yuccas shares more.
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What is the Espionage Act?
The Justice Department is investigating Trump for potential Espionage Act violations, according to a search warrant. What does it mean?
Salman Rushdie stabbing suspect charged with attempted murder
The author will likely lose an eye, and the nerves in his arm were "severed" and his liver was "stabbed and damaged," his agent said.
Deputy who took grisly Kobe Bryant crash photos: "I didn't do anything wrong"
Deputy Doug Johnson as among the first to arrive at the scene of the crash that killed Kobe Bryant, his teen daughter and seven others.
935,000 people told to boil water in Michigan after water main break
The 120-inch pipe in St. Clair County, called a water main, carries treated water from Lake Huron and is the largest in the system, the agency said.
Travelers urged to take advantage of falling airline ticket prices, experts say
Airfares were down 7.8% in July compared to June, according to the latest numbers released by the Labor Department.
8 Israelis wounded after gunman opens fire on bus in Jerusalem
The attack followed a tense week between Israel and Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank in which 49 Palestinians, including 17 children and 14 militants, were killed.
Found guilty at trial, Texas man drinks cloudy liquid and dies
Edward Leclair didn't drink from the water bottle until the verdict was read, then he "just chugged it," the prosecutor said.
2 dead, casino damaged by monsoon flooding in Las Vegas
Social media posts showed water leaking from the ceiling onto gambling tables at the Planet Hollywood resort.
Meteor's loud boom rattles skies over Salt Lake City and beyond
Even Utah's governor, out for a run, heard the boom, which was caused by what the National Weather Service said was a meteor.
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California governor announces aggressive plan to boost water supply
Gov. Gavin Newsom said California is expected to lose 10% of its water supply by 2040.
Expert: Violent images sent to victim's family is "psychological terrorism"
Slain teen's family forced to relive her death on social media.
Travelers urged to take advantage of falling airline ticket prices, experts say
Airfares were down 7.8% in July compared to June, according to the latest numbers released by the Labor Department.
Meteor's loud boom rattles skies over Salt Lake City and beyond
Even Utah's governor, out for a run, heard the boom, which was caused by what the National Weather Service said was a meteor.
Carson Daly on Woodstock '99's chaos: "I thought I was going to die"
"I just remember feeling like I was in another country during military conflict," the TV personality writes.
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Travelers urged to take advantage of falling airline ticket prices, experts say
Airfares were down 7.8% in July compared to June, according to the latest numbers released by the Labor Department.
The Inflation Reduction Act may not lower inflation: analysis
A new analysis from the Penn Wharton Budget Model finds that wealthier taxpayers will bear the brunt of the impact.
U.S. stocks fly high, as S&P 500 ends 4th straight week of gains
Some investors believe inflation may have peaked, allowing Federal Reserve to be less aggressive with hikes.
California ponders extending life of last operating nuclear plant
Gov. Newsom warns plant's power is needed for reliable energy, but questions over earthquake safety and more loom.
Amazon launching TV show based on Ring security videos
Produced by Amazon-owned studio MGM, the show aims to follow the mold of "America's Funniest Home Videos."
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What is the Espionage Act?
The Justice Department is investigating Trump for potential Espionage Act violations, according to a search warrant. What does it mean?
Trump says "it was all declassified" — how declassification usually works
FBI agents seized several sets of records of various classified levels from Trump's home in Florida.
Back on trail, Senate candidate admits his "life could have ended"
Fetterman suffered a stroke days before the primary in May.
The Inflation Reduction Act may not lower inflation: analysis
A new analysis from the Penn Wharton Budget Model finds that wealthier taxpayers will bear the brunt of the impact.
House passes Democrats' climate and health care bill, sending it to Biden's desk
Called the Inflation Reduction Act, the bill passed the House in a 220 to 207 party-line vote, days after it cleared the Senate in 51 to 50.
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Idaho Supreme Court rules that abortion restrictions can take effect
One of the laws slated to take effect allows potential relatives of an embryo or fetus to sue abortion providers for up to $20,000 within four years of an abortion.
Polio detected in New York City wastewater
Polio has been detected in New York City's wastewater, suggesting further circulation of the virus. The city's health department is urging pediatricians to immediately identify and schedule appointments for children who are behind on their polio immunizations. Elaine Quijano shares more details.
Did I get the polio vaccine? How to know if you're protected against the virus
A case of polio was identified in Rockland County, New York, and now the virus has been detected in New York City's wastewater.
Senators who suffered strokes urge public to prioritize wellness
Senators Chris Van Hollen and Ben Ray Luján reflect on their experiences recovering from strokes.
Polio detected in NYC's sewage, suggesting virus circulating
Last month, the New York Health Department reported the nation's first case of polio in almost a decade, in Rockland County, north of New York City.
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8 Israelis wounded after gunman opens fire on bus in Jerusalem
The attack followed a tense week between Israel and Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank in which 49 Palestinians, including 17 children and 14 militants, were killed.
U.S. employees in Tijuana told to "shelter in place" amid violence
It was the third time this week Mexican cities have seen widespread arson and shootings by drug cartels.
Russian shelling heavy in east; Ukraine strikes key bridge
Ukrainian forces strike the last working bridge over a river in the Russian-occupied Kherson region, authorities say.
One dead, dozens injured as festival stage collapses in Spain
Footage on social media showed powerful winds sweeping through the venue, trees bending dangerously and debris flying.
10 killed, including 2 kids, in Montenegro rampage: "Unprecedented tragedy"
The attacker was randomly shooting at people, including at children, state TV reported, quoting witnesses.
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Carson Daly on Woodstock '99's chaos: "I thought I was going to die"
"I just remember feeling like I was in another country during military conflict," the TV personality writes.
R. Kelly accuser in alleged child sex video set to testify
The singer's federal trial on charges he conspired to obstruct justice in his 2008 state child pornography trial starts Monday in Chicago.
One dead, dozens injured as festival stage collapses in Spain
Footage on social media showed powerful winds sweeping through the venue, trees bending dangerously and debris flying.
Fantastic Cat performs "C'mon Armageddon"
Four acclaimed singer-songwriters joined forces to create an indie-folk-rock band and have since released their debut album, “The Very Best of Fantastic Cat.” For Saturday Sessions, Fantastic Cat performs "C'mon Armageddon."
Fantastic Cat: Ain’t This the Strangest Town
Four acclaimed singer-songwriters joined forces to create an indie-folk-rock band and have since released their debut album, “The Very Best of Fantastic Cat.” For Saturday Sessions, Fantastic Cat performs “Ain’t This the Strangest Town."
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YouTube is the most popular social media among teens, followed by TikTok
About 36% admitted they spend too much time on social media and 54% say it would be somewhat hard to give it up.
Gadgets and apps to help find lost items
CNET editorial director Dan Ackerman joins "CBS Mornings" to share tracking devices and apps that can help people find lost things. He discusses trackers that can find a parked car or glasses as well as a smart lock to help keep track of keys and even pets.
New tax credits for EVs look generous — but they're complicated
While many EVs qualify for tax credits under inflation bill, no cars sold today likely would get the full $7,500 rebate.
Smart home tech can help save money on energy bills
Programmable thermostats and smart lights can help consumers' lower energy bills.
Inflation and July's Consumer Price Index
The U.S. Labor Department has released its latest Consumer Price Index for July 2022. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS Mornings" to break down what this means for prices and the economy.
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Earth spinning faster is no reason to panic, scientists say
News of the faster rotation led to misleading posts on social media about the significance of the measurement, leading some to express concern about its implications.
Ice Age human footprints found in Utah desert: "Lost oasis"
Men find 88 distinct prints left by a mixture of adults and children on what is now the Utah Test and Training Range.
Shrinking snowpack threatens California water supply
For more than 75 million Americans living out West, snow melt from the Sierra Nevada is a major source of water. However, the mountain range's snowpack is shrinking, down an average of 23% since 1955. Roger Bales, professor of engineering at the University of California, Merced, joins CBS News to discuss what this could mean for California's water future.
Stunning image of colliding galaxies
In a part of space far, far away, two galaxies joined together to form one of the universe's most spectacular events – a galactic merger with streaming stars and chaos. And scientists say the stunning images are a preview of what's to come for the Milky Way.
U.K. so hot and dry, the source of the River Thames has dried up
"Hopefully downstream we will find the Thames, but at the moment, it's gone," said one tourist who had come, hoping to see the origin of the iconic English river.
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Expert: Violent images sent to victim's family is "psychological terrorism"
Slain teen's family forced to relive her death on social media.
Salman Rushdie stabbing suspect pleads not guilty
The 24-year-old suspect charged with attempted murder and assault in the stabbing of author Salman Rushdie has pleaded not guilty. Michael George has more.
U.S. employees in Tijuana told to "shelter in place" amid violence
It was the third time this week Mexican cities have seen widespread arson and shootings by drug cartels.
R. Kelly accuser in alleged child sex video set to testify
The singer's federal trial on charges he conspired to obstruct justice in his 2008 state child pornography trial starts Monday in Chicago.
Salman Rushdie stabbing suspect charged with attempted murder
The author will likely lose an eye, and the nerves in his arm were "severed" and his liver was "stabbed and damaged," his agent said.
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Meteor's loud boom rattles skies over Salt Lake City and beyond
Even Utah's governor, out for a run, heard the boom, which was caused by what the National Weather Service said was a meteor.
NASA's Perseverance finds tangled object on Mars
Scientists suspect the tangled object is likely pieces of shredded Dacron netting from the Perseverance itself.
"Cosmic collision" shows the fate of the Milky Way
"Dueling gravitational forces will trigger bursts of intense stellar formation and wildly distort their once-majestic structures," researchers said.
Sturgeon moon captured in spectacular photos around the world
All over the globe, the Sturgeon moon gave viewers one last supermoon before 2023.
Scientist apologizes after posting image of star that was actually sausage
Etienne Klein apologized for misleading some Twitter followers with his "scientist's joke."
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The Circleville letters: You've got hate mail
An anonymous letter writer terrorizes a small town, threatening to expose their rumored dark secrets.
Timeline: The Jonelle Matthews case
Inside the case against Steven Pankey, a former political candidate who was tried for the kidnapping and murder of a Colorado 12-year-old.
The 50 most expensive colleges in America, ranked
These colleges come with a hefty price tag
Deadliest states for drug overdoses
CDC data reveals which U.S. state has the highest rate of drug overdose-related deaths per 100,000 residents.
The disappearance of Carole Baskin's then-husband Don Lewis
An inside look at the puzzling disappearance of the Florida millionaire
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Bird flu outbreak ravages poultry farms across U.S.
Poultry farms across the U.S. are scrambling to contain a new, highly contagious avian flu. The outbreak has contributed to a 47% increase in the price of eggs at grocery stores in July compared to a year ago. John Ramos has more.
Airline ticket prices finally beginning to drop
Airline ticket prices peaked in May, as pent-up pandemic demand filled planes, and fuel prices soared. Now, fuel prices are declining and airfares have followed suit. Kris Van Cleave has more.
Bus driver shortage impacting schools nationwide
A nationwide shortage of bus drivers is impacting as much as 86% of school across the United States. Schools have been forced to alter or entirely scrap bus routes amid the lack of staffing. Danya Bacchus has more.
Europe faces wildfires, drought amid record heatwave
Record temperatures in Europe are leading to unprecedented droughts and wildfires across the continent. Ian Lee has more.
Salman Rushdie stabbing suspect pleads not guilty
The 24-year-old suspect charged with attempted murder and assault in the stabbing of author Salman Rushdie has pleaded not guilty. Michael George has more.