LSU wins NCAA women's tournament, school's first title
With 102 points, LSU also broke the record for most points in a championship game.
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San Diego State hits buzzer-beater to reach title game, will face UConn
San Diego State erased a 14-point second-half deficit to reach its first-ever national championship game.
Jim Nantz opens up on preparing to call his last Final Four
The legendary broadcaster has called a staggering 37 NCAA Tournaments.
UConn coach Dan Hurley discusses Final Four
The UConn Huskies are one of four teams in next weekend's Final Four. Head coach Dan Hurley joined CBS News to discuss his team, March Madness and what it means to have made it this far in the NCAA Tournament.
College basketball star Zach Edey on success
No. 1 seed Purdue University’s Zach Edey had hopes of being among the teams contending in the national semi-final at the NCAA tournament, but the team lost in the first round in a massive upset. He joins “CBS Saturday Morning” to talk about how he found his passion for basketball and what's next. Dana Jacobson reports.
Gonzaga, Kansas State advance to Elite 8
Last night's NCAA tournament games were instant classics. Peter Keating and Jordan Brenner, both contributors to The Athletic and co-hosts of The Underdogs podcast, join CBS News to break down the action and preview tonight's games.
San Diego State upsets No. 1 overall seed Alabama to reach Elite Eight
The Aztecs held freshman star Brandon Miller to just 9 points on 3-of-19 shooting.
March Madness continues with Sweet 16
The men's NCAA basketball tournament continues with Sweet 16 match-ups tipping off Thursday. Gonzaga will face off against UCLA in a rematch of their 2021 tournament thriller. The Washington Post sports reporter Matt Bonesteel joined CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green to discuss that plus Princeton's magical run so far and why South Carolina women's basketball is the team to beat.
Bettors go all in on March Madness
There are no longer any perfect brackets remaining in this year's NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament. However, many Americans are still betting on the action. Jay Ginsbach, a sports analyst and contributor at Forbes, joins CBS News to discuss the impact gambling has on the tournament.
March Madness heads into Sweet Sixteen
The Sweet Sixteen is set for the men's NCAA college basketball tournament. CBS Sports analyst Chris Walker joined CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green to discuss what to watch as the tournament moves forward and Princeton's exciting run so far.
No. 15 seed Princeton stuns Missouri to advance to Sweet 16
The Tigers are only the second Ivy League school to make the Sweet 16 in the past 43 tournaments.
Brother and sister both playing UCLA basketball
Both Jaime Jaquez Jr. and Gabriela Jaquez are representing the UCLA Bruins and their family in this year's NCAA tournament.
No. 16 seed Fairleigh Dickinson shocks Purdue in NCAA Tournament
Fairleigh Dickinson became just the second No. 16 seed in history to win an NCAA Tournament game.
Unpacking upsets in March Madness so far
Day two of the NCAA March Madness men's basketball tournament is officially underway. It follows Thursday's exciting start to the tournament, which hosted two significant upsets. David Cobb, college sports writer for CBSSports.com, joins CBS News with more.
How first-time Duke coach Jon Scheyer is filling the shoes of Coach K
Legendary coach Mike Krzyzewski retired last year after 42 seasons with the team.
NCAA basketball tournament underway
March Madness has officially begun. CBS Sports senior writer Matt Norlander joins CBS News to preview the NCAA tournament and predict who will be the last team standing.
Furman stuns Virginia in NCAA tournament
A major upset in the NCAA tournament as Furman stuns UVA, busting brackets across the country. CBS Sports writer Kyle Boone joins CBS News to break down the March Madness action.
Furman University emerges as a must-watch underdog
South Carolina's Furman University is projected to become the Cinderella story of the NCAA Tournament.
March Madness teams to look out for
Following their loss in the ACC quarterfinals, the UNC Tar Heels may end up being the first preseason No. 1 seed to miss March Madness since the tournament's expansion in 1985. CBS Sports bracketologist Jerry Palm joins CBS News to preview the tournament favorites, underdogs and teams on the bubble.
MoneyWatch: How to bet on the NCAA Tournament
There have been a lot of surprises in this year's NCAA Tournament. While sports bettors may be upset with the losses, the upsets are huge wins for sports betting companies. Anthony Dabbundo, a staff writer for the Action Network, joined CBS News to discuss some of the do's and don'ts of betting on the tournament.
MoneyWatch: Millions betting on March Madness
Upsets from the first round of the NCAA men's basketball tournament are contributing to a busy and risky betting season. According to a survey conducted by betting experts, an estimated total of 45 million Americans will wager more than $3 billion on March Madness this year, and 29 million of them are entering the betting arena this year in the wake of several states legalizing online gambling. SportsLine analyst Kenny White joined CBS News to discuss.
MoneyWatch: Betting on March Madness
College basketball players are gearing up for March Madness -- and so are sports bettors. Colin Mansfield, senior director of Fitch Ratings, joins CBS News to discuss more.
One of the highest paid college basketball players talks new sponsorship deals
Opendorse released data last month that found women basketball players are the second highest paid college athletes.
Kansas wins NCAA championship
Kansas came out on top with a major comeback victory in this year's March Madness college basketball tournament. CBS News special correspondent James Brown broke down the men's championship game with Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers.
Historic comeback gets Kansas the men's NCAA basketball title
In beating North Carolina 72-69, the Jayhawks erased a 16-point deficit — the biggest comeback in national championship game history.
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Iran says it "cannot trust" U.S. in negotiations as Trump says "we control" strait
Speaking to reporters on Air Force One, President Trump also claimed to have "wiped out" Iran's armed forces.
Cuba's biggest threat to U.S. is collapse, says former defense secretary
In an interview with "Face the Nation," Gates said another mass exodus from Cuba is the "biggest risk."
Supreme Court rejects Virginia Democrats' bid to revive new congressional map
The Supreme Court on Friday rejected a bid by Virginia Democrats to revive its new voter-approved congressional map that was drawn to advantage the party for the upcoming midterm elections.
Colorado governor commutes Trump ally Tina Peters' prison sentence
Colorado's governor on Friday announced he is commuting the sentence of former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters.
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Pentagon's rush to counter drone threat may pose safety risks, specialist says
The safety specialist's warning appeared in a memo describing how a mini-drone had detonated and injured an Army Special Forces soldier.
Lawmakers press Trump for military support for Taiwan after Xi summit
President Trump told reporters he made "no commitment either way" to China's Xi Jinping regarding U.S. weapons sales to Taiwan.
Pirro threatens charges against parents if their teens violate local curfew
In a move aimed at curbing the growing problem of "teen takeovers," D.C. U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro is threatening to bring charges against parents if their teens violate the local curfew.
Prominent N.Y. synagogue targeted in alleged terror plot, prosecutors say
An Iraqi national allegedly plotted to carry out terror attacks in the U.S., including at a prominent synagogue in New York, prosecutors said Friday.
Ebola outbreak in Congo kills dozens, Africa's CDC says
A new Ebola outbreak in a remote province in Congo has caused 65 deaths and 246 suspected cases so far, Africa CDC says.
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SpaceX launches cargo ship to International Space Station
The International Space Station-bound SpaceX Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of needed equipment, research gear and crew supplies.
Supreme Court rejects Virginia Democrats' bid to revive new congressional map
The Supreme Court on Friday rejected a bid by Virginia Democrats to revive its new voter-approved congressional map that was drawn to advantage the party for the upcoming midterm elections.
Trump talks up trade deals with China, but experts see no big wins for U.S.
President Trump's trip to China could bolster economic relations, but failed to deliver a breakthrough deal, some trade and energy experts said.
Explosion at Maine lumber mill leaves at least 10 injured
Firefighters responded to a fire and explosion at 10 a.m. at Robbins Lumber in Searsmont, Maine, about 95 miles from Portland.
U.S. reups $6M reward for American missing in Afghanistan for 12 years
Paul Edwin Overby Jr. vanished in May 2014 while researching a book in Khost province, Afghanistan, the FBI said.
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Trump talks up trade deals with China, but experts see no big wins for U.S.
President Trump's trip to China could bolster economic relations, but failed to deliver a breakthrough deal, some trade and energy experts said.
Which college majors offer the best long-term return on investment?
College grads outearn people without a degree within 15 years, even after paying for tuition, study finds.
How will Jerome Powell be remembered as he exits as Fed chair?
As Powell steps down after more than eight years leading the Federal Reserve, economists say he helped steer the U.S. through historic shocks but misread inflation.
Oklahoma becomes latest state to sue Roblox over child safety concerns
Oklahoma has filed a lawsuit against Roblox, making it the latest state to take legal action against the popular gaming platform over child safety concerns.
Trump Mobile says its T1 mobile phone to ship this week
Trump Mobile's $499 gold-toned phone has faced delays since it was unveiled in June 2025.
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Supreme Court rejects Virginia Democrats' bid to revive new congressional map
The Supreme Court on Friday rejected a bid by Virginia Democrats to revive its new voter-approved congressional map that was drawn to advantage the party for the upcoming midterm elections.
Trump talks up trade deals with China, but experts see no big wins for U.S.
President Trump's trip to China could bolster economic relations, but failed to deliver a breakthrough deal, some trade and energy experts said.
Lawmakers press Trump for military support for Taiwan after Xi summit
President Trump told reporters he made "no commitment either way" to China's Xi Jinping regarding U.S. weapons sales to Taiwan.
Colorado governor commutes Trump ally Tina Peters' prison sentence
Colorado's governor on Friday announced he is commuting the sentence of former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters.
Cuba's biggest threat to U.S. is collapse, says former defense secretary
In an interview with "Face the Nation," Gates said another mass exodus from Cuba is the "biggest risk."
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The origins of hantavirus
The deadly hantavirus outbreak on a Dutch-flagged cruise ship was caused by the Andes virus, the only known strain to spread from person to person. Rodents are known to carry hantavirus, but what's the disease's origin story? Ramy Inocencio explains.
Ebola outbreak in Congo kills dozens, Africa's CDC says
A new Ebola outbreak in a remote province in Congo has caused 65 deaths and 246 suspected cases so far, Africa CDC says.
FDA blocked melanoma drug as confusion reigned under Makary
A third of patients in a clinical trial had tumors shrink while taking a genetically engineered treatment known as RP1.
RFK Jr. says he won't run for president in 2028
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is trying to address the interests of his MAHA supporters, who view him as their hope for the future, while being a good soldier in the eyes of the Trump White House.
Teens help save man having a heart attack
Three South Florida teenagers helped a 65-year-old having a heart attack. Matt Gutman has the story.
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Lawmakers press Trump for military support for Taiwan after Xi summit
President Trump told reporters he made "no commitment either way" to China's Xi Jinping regarding U.S. weapons sales to Taiwan.
U.S. reups $6M reward for American missing in Afghanistan for 12 years
Paul Edwin Overby Jr. vanished in May 2014 while researching a book in Khost province, Afghanistan, the FBI said.
Cuba's biggest threat to U.S. is collapse, says former defense secretary
In an interview with "Face the Nation," Gates said another mass exodus from Cuba is the "biggest risk."
New dinosaur weighing as much as 9 elephants identified by scientists
The long-necked herbivore is the largest ever found in Southeast Asia, researchers said.
NASA maps show Earth's brightest and darkest regions at night
Researchers expected to find "a gradual increase in artificial light at night," but instead saw "much more nuanced patterns," NASA said.
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Inside look at "Jack Ryan: Ghost War"
John Krasinski and Michael Kelly join "CBS Mornings" to discuss reuniting for the movie, "Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan: Ghost War," after starring in the TV series "Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan" for four seasons. They discuss the movie, their friendship and how they balance it all with their busy family lives.
Previewing new season of "Couples Therapy"
Dr. Orna Guralnik speaks to "CBS Mornings" about the new season of the docuseries "Couples Therapy," which features Guralnik counseling four new couples on how to tackle issues in their relationships, including major political differences and infidelity.
Drake releases three new albums
In a surprise, Drake dropped three new albums Thursday night, including "Iceman." It's the Canadian rapper's first new music since his explosive public feud with Kendrick Lamar.
Yellowstone spinoff "Dutton Ranch" premieres
Yellowstone actors Cole Hauser and Kelly Reilly are reprising their roles as the fan-favorite onscreen couple Rip Wheeler and Beth Dutton in the newest "Yellowstone" spinoff, "Dutton Ranch." CBS News' Julianne Ferreira has more.
From the archives: Outspoken film critic Rex Reed
Film critic Rex Reed, whose clever and barbed opinions about movies – and movie stars – made him a fixture for decades in print and on television, died on May 12, 2026 at age 87. In this Feb. 4, 2018 "Sunday Morning" profile, Reed talked with Mo Rocca about how he came to live the life of an A-Lister himself. He also dispensed his unvarnished opinions about that year's best picture Oscar-nominees.
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Oklahoma becomes latest state to sue Roblox over child safety concerns
Oklahoma has filed a lawsuit against Roblox, making it the latest state to take legal action against the popular gaming platform over child safety concerns.
How the Trump-Xi summit could impact AI race
President Trump's visit to Beijing comes as the U.S. and China compete for artificial intelligence supremacy. Matt Sheehan, senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, joins with analysis.
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.
Closing arguments held in OpenAI case
Lawyers presented closing arguments Thursday in the OpenAI trial pitting Elon Musk against its CEO, Sam Altman. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
Trump Mobile says its T1 mobile phone to ship this week
Trump Mobile's $499 gold-toned phone has faced delays since it was unveiled in June 2025.
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New dinosaur weighing as much as 9 elephants identified by scientists
The long-necked herbivore is the largest ever found in Southeast Asia, researchers said.
How a growing El Niño will affect 2026 hurricane season in Atlantic, Pacific
The last time an El Niño pattern occurred was in 2023, when the Eastern Pacific hurricane season produced 20 tropical systems.
NASA spacecraft to fly past Mars on voyage to rare metal asteroid
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
Emperor penguins in focus as Antarctica talks start in Japan
Greater protections for endangered emperor penguins and how to manage growing tourism are topping the agenda at talks on Antarctica in Japan.
What's in the released UFO files?
The Pentagon released UFO documents on Friday, with President Trump telling the public to "have fun" deciding for itself what is going on. Carter Evans reports.
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Terror plot foiled, suspect under arrest
A terror plot targeting Jewish institutions in New York, California and Arizona has been foiled, and a man linked to the alleged scheme is under arrest on Friday. Prosecutors say the Iraqi suspect is tied to other global attacks and claim he wanted payback for the U.S. and Israeli war on Iran. Tom Hanson reports.
Iraqi man charged with terror plot: officials
An Iraqi national was arrested and charged with planning to carry out several terror attacks in the U.S., including at a New York City synagogue and other prominent Jewish centers in Los Angeles and Scottsdale, Arizona. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Sources: Iraqi national planned synagogue attacks
Federal prosecutors charged an Iraqi national on Friday with planning several terrorist attacks in the U.S. as retribution for the Iran war. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the latest.
Iraqi national accused of plotting attacks
Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood Al-Saadi is facing federal charges for allegedly plotting several terror attacks in the U.S., including targeting a Jewish institution in New York. CBS News' Anna Schecter and Jake Rosen report.
Prominent N.Y. synagogue targeted in alleged terror plot, prosecutors say
An Iraqi national allegedly plotted to carry out terror attacks in the U.S., including at a prominent synagogue in New York, prosecutors said Friday.
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SpaceX launches cargo ship to International Space Station
The International Space Station-bound SpaceX Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of needed equipment, research gear and crew supplies.
NASA maps show Earth's brightest and darkest regions at night
Researchers expected to find "a gradual increase in artificial light at night," but instead saw "much more nuanced patterns," NASA said.
NASA spacecraft to fly past Mars on voyage to rare metal asteroid
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
UFO files reveal astronauts saw mysterious objects and lights in 1972
NASA's Apollo 17 crew reported seeing three mysterious dots and sparks that resembled fireworks, according to new files released by the Pentagon.
Pentagon begins releasing UFO files: "It's time the American people see"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
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David Begnaud meets a man who has attended the Kentucky Derby for 79 years in a row – and his dying wish to make it there one last time.
Explosion rips through Maine lumber mill
A massive explosion at a historic lumber mill in Maine injured multiple people on Friday. Ash-har Quraishi reports.
Terror plot foiled, suspect under arrest
A terror plot targeting Jewish institutions in New York, California and Arizona has been foiled, and a man linked to the alleged scheme is under arrest on Friday. Prosecutors say the Iraqi suspect is tied to other global attacks and claim he wanted payback for the U.S. and Israeli war on Iran. Tom Hanson reports.
Major Garrett gifted Padres championship ring
In January, CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett went to Padres fantasy camp, where he says he had the time of his life. Every member of his team got a championship ring courtesy of the San Diego Padres. Managing editor of the CBS News Washington, D.C., bureau, Arden Farhi, tagged along for the outing and joins "The Takeout" to recount the experience.
Health officials respond to Ebola outbreak
Africa's top public health body has confirmed a new and deadly Ebola outbreak in a remote Congo province. CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Céline Gounder has more.