NFL condemns "appalling" racist comment coach Jon Gruden made in email
Gruden wrote about Smith in an email to Bruce Allen, who was the then-president of Washington's NFL team, 10 years ago.
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Washington Football Team coach Ron Rivera on his battle with cancer
Ron Rivera has led the franchise from scandal to the playoffs, all while undergoing chemo and proton therapy for lymph node cancer.
Dr. Dre, Mary J. Blige, others to perform Super Bowl halftime show
Super Bowl LVI will return to California on Sunday, February 13 at Inglewood's SoFi Stadium.
3 athletes emphasize the importance of mental health and vulnerability
Three current and former professional athletes open up on their personal struggles with mental health.
Injuries could shape 2021 NFL season
CBS Sports senior NFL writer Will Brinson joins CBSN to discuss key injuries during the football season so far and the impact of league's COVID-19 protocols.
For pro-football fans, this might be the best weekend of the NFL season
For pro-football fans, this might be the best weekend of the NFL season. Four games over two days will determine next week’s conference championship games. Brian Jones and Gregg Giannotti of CBS Sports Radio's “Gio and Jones” join "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to preview the matchups.
Massive security measures are underway to protect fans and players on Super Bowl Sunday
Massive security measures are underway to protect fans and players on Super Bowl Sunday. While the big focus is on the stadium in New Jersey, concerns also stretch into New York where pre-game festivities are being held on “Super Bowl Boulevard” in Times Square. Terrell Brown reports.
Huffington Post senior sports columnist Jordan Schultz joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to break down the match-ups
NFL conference championships are tomorrow, with Green Bay heading to Seattle for the NFC championship and Indianapolis facing New England on CBS for the AFC title. Huffington Post senior sports columnist Jordan Schultz joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to break down the match-ups.
Ex-NFL player on making his Broadway debut
Nnamdi Asomugha spent 11 years in the NFL before realizing his passion for acting with a growing body of work that includes 2017's "Crown Heights" film. Dana Jacobson caught up with Asomugha after he made his Broadway debut in the award-winning "A Soldier's Play" earlier in February.
Eric LeGrand's inspiring story
Rutgers, the state university of New Jersey, has a unique distinction at the Super Bowl Sunday night. The school has five former players on the Patriots and Falcons combined -- more than any school in the country. Dana Jacobson has the extraordinary story of one of their former teammates, who continues to inspire them and many others.
Daniel Kaplan, finance editor for "Sports Business Journal," joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" with the latest on the backlash the NFL is facing
Daniel Kaplan, finance editor for "Sports Business Journal," joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" with the latest on the backlash the NFL is facing following commissioner Roger Goodell's press conference.
Inside the Super Bowl security operation
Anticipation is running high for Sunday's Super Bowl in Minneapolis. While the New England Patriots and Philadelphia Eagles ready for the game, law enforcement is preparing for a massive security operation. Nearly 2,000 federal agents are backing up the presence of state and local police in ways you can see – and in ways you cannot. Jamie Yuccas reports.
Bill Rhoden, sports columnist for The New York Times, joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to discuss the NFL’s recently released report on the Dolphins bullying scandal
Bill Rhoden, sports columnist for The New York Times, joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to discuss the NFL’s recently released report on the Dolphins bullying scandal that shows the situation in Miami was even worse than previously reported.
AFC, NFL divisional rounds
Icy weather in the Midwest forced the NFL to push back the kickoff time for Sunday's playoff game between the Kansas City Chiefs and Pittsburgh Steelers. That's one of four games this weekend that will decide who will advance to the conference championships. Tiki Barber, former NFL All-Pro and co-host of CBS Sports Radio's "Tiki and Tierney" joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to preview this weekend's matchups.
How sports teams have overhauled their images
The Washington, D.C., NFL team formerly known as the "Redskins" is undergoing a public overhaul after back-to-back controversies. However, name and logo changes have happened before in the sports world, and Dana Jacobson speaks to the man whose company helped some of them happen.
The Dish: NFL chef Darian Bryan
Chef to professional football stars, Jamaican immigrant Darian Bryan has come a long way from his island roots. While it was in Jamaica that his passion for food and cooking was born, it was in the states that it grew and developed. Bryan is now a personal chef for a slew of NFL players and other pro athletes, and they're not the only ones craving what this young chef is serving up. Dana Jacobson has the details.
The start of NFL regular season is right around the corner, which means many fans are gearing up for their beloved fantasy team drafts
The start of NFL regular season is right around the corner, which means many fans are gearing up for their beloved fantasy team drafts. Millions of Americans will participate in Fantasy Football, but it’s a different type of fantasy sports league that’s exploding in popularity. Daily fantasy sports sites are attracting more and more players by promising cash payouts. Sports business writer Michael McCarthy joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to talk about why these daily fantasy leagues are so hot, and how they manage to bypass gambling regulations online.
New poll on NFL protests during anthem
Colin Kaepernick began a wave of protests in 2016 when he took a knee during the national anthem to protest racial injustice. Kaepernick has not played since the 2016 season and has filed a lawsuit against the NFL, accusing the league of colluding against him. This week, an arbitrator ruled that Kaepernick's case against the league can continue. The issue of players protesting during the anthem continues to polarize the nation. A new poll out Friday shows just how deeply divided the country is on this issue. Andrew Brandt, former vice president of the Green Bay Packers joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to discuss why he isn't surprised by the ruling and how it's affecting the NFL fanbase.
It’s the final week of the NFL regular season and it features some big games with big playoff implications. In the NFC, all six teams are set
It’s the final week of the NFL regular season and it features some big games with big playoff implications. In the NFC, all six teams are set. The Carolina Panthers and Arizona Cardinals hold the top two spots, followed by Green Bay Packers, Washington Redskins, Minnesota Vikings and Seattle Seahawks, but those seeds could change after Sunday night. Things are a little less clear in the AFC, as the New England Patriots and the Denver Broncos currently hold the top two slots. CBS Sports "After Hours with Amy Lawrence" host Amy Lawrence joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to preview the matchups.
Jason Wright’s plans for Washington football
There was an historic hire in the NFL this week. The Washington Football Team announced Jason Wright will be its next team president. Wright, a former player and partner at McKinsey and Company, is the first Black person to hold that title in NFL history. At age 38, he's also the youngest. Wright joins Washington at a tumultuous time. In July, more than a dozen former female employees made allegations of sexual harassment against team officials. The team also dropped its nickname following decades of criticism. All of this amid the uncertainty of playing the upcoming season during a pandemic.
Fans prepare for coldest Super Bowl ever
Temperatures in the Super Bowl city of Minneapolis are expected to top out at 20 degrees on Saturday and on game day it will be even colder. Players and fans will be happy that the game is being played indoors, but the Twin Cities is proving they're more than prepared for the frigid temperatures. Jamie Yuccas reports.
What started with 32 teams is now down to eight, and in four games this afternoon and tomorrow, those teams will fight to get one step closer to the Super Bowl
What started with 32 teams is now down to eight, and in four games this afternoon and tomorrow, those teams will fight to get one step closer to the Super Bowl. "Wall Street Journal" sports editor Geoff Foster has more.
Wall Street Journal sports editor Geoff Foster joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the issue
Ray Rice, the former Baltimore Ravens running back suspended from the league for a domestic violence incident, was reinstated by an arbitrator on Friday. Mark Albert reports from Washington, and Wall Street Journal sports editor Geoff Foster joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the issue.
These NFL stadiums now require fans to be vaccinated to enter
Buffalo Bills are latest to impose mandate. Proof of vaccination will be required to enter upstate New York stadium.
NFL teams with the most promise
NFL teams hit the gridiron for the start of the 17-game regular season on Sunday. CBS Sports senior NFL writer and host of the "Pick Six" podcast Will Brinson joins CBSN to discuss the highlights.
FIFA criticized for lifting U.S. star's red card suspension after Trump phone call
Europe's soccer governing body and prominent commentators have criticized the decision, which allows Folarin Balogun to play against Belgium.
At least 12 dead in large Russian attack on Kyiv day before NATO summit begins
All the ballistic missiles launched by Russia struck their targets, underscoring Kyiv's need for more U.S. Patriot interceptor missiles, Ukraine officials say.
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12-hour funeral procession for Iran's slain leader moves through Tehran
An estimated 15 to 20 million people, along with foreign dignitaries and religious leaders, were expected to take part in the ceremonies, which will last for several days.
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Weather service faces hurricane season with less experienced staff, missing data
The National Weather Service is hiring hundreds of entry-level employees after losing about 15% of its staff to federal cuts last year.
China test-launches ballistic missile from sub in South Pacific, draws protests
China's military test-launched a long-range ballistic missile from one a nuclear-powered submarine in the South Pacific, drawing protest and concern from countries in the region.
5-day preliminary hearing for Charlie Kirk's alleged killer starts Monday
Prosecutors will present their case this week against Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Fighter jets intercept Russian plane near aircraft carrier off Iceland
The Russian Bear-F plane "repeatedly approached" the HMS Prince of Wales aircraft carrier, flying "unnecessarily close" and dropping sonar devices, according to the U.K.'s defense ministry.
National Guard members on patrol in Memphis fatally shoot man, police say
Two Tennessee National Guard members fatally shot a man in Memphis who turned toward them with a gun during a downtown pursuit, authorities said.
Balogun's red card suspension lifted after Trump called FIFA chief, sources say
Balogun's reinstatement came after President Trump called FIFA President Gianni Infantino last week to ask whether the organization was going to review the situation, sources told CBS News.
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EasyJet agrees to $6.7 billion takeover by U.S. private equity firm
U.K. budget airline has struck a deal to be acquired after rejecting four previous offers by the American investment firm.
2 National Guard members on patrol in Memphis fatally shoot man, police say
Two Tennessee National Guard members fatally shot a man in Memphis who turned toward them with a gun during a downtown pursuit, authorities said.
FIFA criticized for lifting U.S. star's red card suspension after Trump phone call
Europe's soccer governing body and prominent commentators have criticized the decision, which allows Folarin Balogun to play against Belgium.
Weather service faces hurricane season with less experienced staff, missing data
The National Weather Service is hiring hundreds of entry-level employees after losing about 15% of its staff to federal cuts last year.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 5, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Reps. Adriano Espaillat and Carlos Giminez join Ed O'Keefe.
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EasyJet agrees to $6.7 billion takeover by U.S. private equity firm
U.K. budget airline has struck a deal to be acquired after rejecting four previous offers by the American investment firm.
More than 100,000 fireworks recalled ahead of July 4
Federal safety regulators are urging consumers to stop using the recalled fireworks and return them for a full refund.
How to save money on air conditioning as electric bills climb
As Americans endure another bout of extreme heat, experts say small thermostat adjustments and other energy-saving steps can help reduce soaring cooling costs.
Here's who won — and lost — under Trump's "big, beautiful bill"
A year after President Trump signed the sweeping tax and spending package, its effects on households, businesses and federal programs are increasingly evident.
U.S. says it's monitoring oil markets for price-fixing, urges states to do same
Antitrust regulators suggested that state attorneys general could assist in investigating unlawful conduct by companies.
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Transcript: Reps. Adriano Espaillat and Carlos Gimenez on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 5, 2026
The following is the full transcript of an interview with Reps. Adriano Espaillat, Democrat of New York, and Carlos Gimenez, Republican of Florida, a portion of which aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on July 5, 2026. The interview was taped on July 2, 2026.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 5, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Reps. Adriano Espaillat and Carlos Giminez join Ed O'Keefe.
NASA administrator: "We are very much in a space race right now" against China
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman said the U.S. is "very much in a space race right now" against China, as the two countries vie to land astronauts on the moon and secure a near-permanent presence.
Mallory McMorrow suspends Senate campaign in Michigan
State Sen. Mallory McMorrow announced on Sunday that she is suspending her campaign for Senate, narrowing the Democratic field ahead of the competitive August primary.
Ex-CDC official describes "pure chaos" as RFK Jr. sought to transform agency
Former CDC chief medical officer Dr. Debra Houry warned the "scientific integrity" of federal health agencies are at risk.
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Switching to a cheaper health plan delayed a man's access to vital medicine
A Florida man thought he had carefully planned for a seamless switch between health plans. It was anything but.
"Very unhealthy" pollution levels recorded in D.C. after July 4th fireworks
A "purple" air quality alert was issued for Washington, D.C., and surrounding areas, on Sunday, meaning pollution reached levels considered "very unhealthy."
1 symptom leads to dad's cancer diagnosis: "I was like, 'Wait, what?'"
Eric Dillon thought the pain in his shoulder was a minor injury. It took two years to get the real answer.
Why tick season is expected to be worse than normal
The CDC is reporting the highest rate of emergency room visits from tick bites since 2017 in many parts of the U.S.
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What a Brooklyn bodega reveals about the craze for an experimental weight-loss drug
It isn't approved by the FDA, but we found an experimental weight-loss drug called retatrutide for sale at a local convenience store.
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EasyJet agrees to $6.7 billion takeover by U.S. private equity firm
U.K. budget airline has struck a deal to be acquired after rejecting four previous offers by the American investment firm.
U.K. fighter jets intercept Russian plane near aircraft carrier off Iceland
The Russian Bear-F plane "repeatedly approached" the HMS Prince of Wales aircraft carrier, flying "unnecessarily close" and dropping sonar devices, according to the U.K.'s defense ministry.
Prince Harry at odds with Buckingham Palace over U.K. stay
Prince's Harry's spokesperson says an offer to stay was "withdrawn at the last moment," which the Palace denies
FIFA criticized for lifting U.S. star's red card suspension after Trump phone call
Europe's soccer governing body and prominent commentators have criticized the decision, which allows Folarin Balogun to play against Belgium.
Jewelry worth millions of dollars stolen from French museum
Burglars stole millions of dollars worth of jewelry from the museum of luxury glassmaker Lalique just months after a stunning gem heist at the Louvre.
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Details on Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce wedding
More details are emerging about the huge Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wedding that brought together 1,000 people in New York City. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports.
Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce wedding recap
PEOPLE editor-in-chief Charlotte Triggs talks about the details emerging regarding Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding - including what it looked like inside Madison Square Garden and who was invited.
Extended interview: J.K. Simmons
In this web exclusive, the character actor who won an Academy Award for "Whiplash" talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about his roles, the epitomes of real characters.
"Little House on the Prairie": The beloved books are back on screen
Laura Ingalls Wilder's semi-autobiographical book series, which inspired a classic 1970s TV show, is returning to screens this summer in a new adaptation.
A return to "Little House on the Prairie"
Laura Ingalls Wilder's semi-autobiographical "Little House on the Prairie" series, which inspired a classic 1970s TV show, is returning to screens this summer in a new adaptation of Wilder's beloved books. Correspondent Faith Salie talks with stars Alice Halsey, Skywalker Hughes, Crosby Fitzgerald and Luke Bracey; writer-showrunner Rebecca Sonnenshine; and executive producer Joy Gorman Wettels, about myth-making and pioneers in the American West.
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Why U.S. initially restricted Anthropic AI models
The Trump administration has lifted export restrictions on Anthropic's most advanced artificial intelligence models, Fable and Mythos, after weeks of negotiations over national security concerns. CNET Editor-in-Chief David Katzmaier joins to discuss.
White House lifted AI limits, Anthropic says
Tech giant Anthropic says that the federal government has now removed restrictions from its robust Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models. Axios reporter Madison Mills has more on artificial intelligence regulation.
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.
Sony to stop making physical discs for PlayStation starting in 2028
After January 2028, new games will be available exclusively in digital format from the PlayStation Store and at retailers, Sony said.
Consumers need protection from AI agents, lawmaker says
Sen. Mark Warner wants to create a federal registry of trusted AI agents and ensure autonomous bots operate like fiduciaries.
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Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
The American innovation that made millions of others possible
From the lightbulb to the airplane, to medical breakthroughs and the internet age, the past 250 years have been defined by America's intrepid intellect.
New White House UFO panel chair speaks out
The White House appointed former Harvard University astronomer Avi Loeb to lead its new panel on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena, also known as UAPs and UFOs. Loeb shares his enthusiasm for his new role.
3 futurists predict what America will be like in the centuries ahead
From space to healthcare and artificial intelligence, what could the next 250 years of the United States look like?
NASA strives to save doomed telescope
NASA is in a race against time as the Swift Observatory telescope in orbit sinks closer to Earth. CBS News consultant William Harwood explains the $30 million salvage operation.
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Hearing for man accused of killing Kirk
Prosecutors on Monday aim to convince a judge at a key hearing that they have enough evidence against Tyler Robinson to go to trial and seek the death penalty. Robinson is accused of murdering conservative activist Charlie Kirk, whose widow and parents are expected to be in the courtroom. Carter Evans reports.
2 National Guard members on patrol in Memphis fatally shoot man, police say
Two Tennessee National Guard members fatally shot a man in Memphis who turned toward them with a gun during a downtown pursuit, authorities said.
Jewelry worth millions of dollars stolen from French museum
Burglars stole millions of dollars worth of jewelry from the museum of luxury glassmaker Lalique just months after a stunning gem heist at the Louvre.
Rep. Nancy Pelosi's husband suspected in Napa County hit-and-run
Paul Pelosi, the husband of former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, is suspected of crashing into a parked car and driving away from the scene Friday afternoon in Northern California.
Trump announces 6 new pardons
The four presidents carved into Mount Rushmore collectively issued over 1,100 pardons. President Trump, who is visiting there tonight, has outdone them all and is now adding more. Nancy Cordes reports.
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Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
Mission launched to rescue a falling space telescope
Katalyst Space's LINK spacecraft is designed to capture and boost NASA's Swift observatory back to a safe altitude.
NASA astronauts operate on space station's broken robot arm
The orbital surgery on the International Space Station returned the Canadian-built robot arm to full health after its "wrist" joint failed last month.
NASA prepares to launch rescue to save telescope from falling to Earth
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
Astronomers find 2 gigantic planets lighter than cotton candy
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
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Trump details call with FIFA president
President Trump detailed his call with FIFA President Gianni Infantino regarding U.S. striker Folarin Balogun's red card suspension from the World Cup game against Bosnia-Herzegovina. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi has more.
Trump holds "Trump Accounts" launch
President Trump held an official launch for the "Trump Accounts" for children in the Oval Office on Monday, where he also rang the New York Stock Exchange bell. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi has more.
Trump launches "Trump Accounts"
President Trump held an event on Monday in the Oval Office to launch "Trump Accounts," which will contribute an initial $1,000 to eligible children born between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2028. Joy Wiltermuth, an assistant managing editor at MarketWatch, joins with more.
Details on Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce wedding
More details are emerging about the huge Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wedding that brought together 1,000 people in New York City. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports.
Best books to read this summer
Sarah Gelman, the editorial director for Amazon Books, joins "CBS Mornings" with top book recommendations to read this summer at the beach or in your backyard.