NFL conference championships
The AFC and NFC championship games kick off this weekend. CBS Sports national columnist Bill Reiter joins CBSN to give a preview of the playoff games - and discuss Tom Brady's press conference.
National Football League
Aaron Hernandez was a "chameleon"
There were many sides to Aaron Hernandez, says NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport, who shares memories of the former football star and what made him so fascinating.
"48 Hours" preview
Former New England Patriots player Aaron Hernandez was convicted of murder in 2015 and later died by suicide in a Massachusetts prison. Best-selling author James Patterson calls it the most troubling crime story of our time. He takes on the case in his new book, "All-American Murder," which raises the question of whether a degenerative brain disease linked to football could have caused his violent behavior. Patterson joins "CBS This Morning" to preview his "48 Hours" special, which airs Saturday, Jan. 20 at 10/9c on CBS.
Sneak peek: All-American Murder
What made NFL star Aaron Hernandez kill and kill himself? Best-selling author James Patterson unravels Hernandez's complicated and troubling story -- and you don't know the half of it yet. Watch a "48 Hours" special Saturday, Jan. 20 at 10/9c on CBS.
Vikings fan's surprise
The Vikings had surprised her with a pair of tickets to attend Sunday night's playoff game in honor of her upcoming 100th birthday. Toward the end of the game, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell took time to visit with her, and gave her two tickets to the Super Bowl.
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It was a miracle in Minnesota as the Vikings beat the Saints in the last seconds of Sunday’s game. The Eagles pulled off some magic of their own with a late game defensive stance against the Falcons. CBS Sports writer Bill Reiter joins CBSN to recap the wild weekend in the NFL.
College football playoffs
The Georgia Bulldogs will take on the Alabama Crimson Tide in the 2018 College Football Playoff National Championship. CBS Sports' Bill Reiter, host of "Reiter Than You," joins CBSN to break down the big game and to discuss the NFL playoffs.
NFL preview
Which teams have a chance to make a deep run ahead of the NFL playoffs wild card round? Reid Forgrave, national writer for CBSSports.com, joins CBSN to break down the first slate of games and explain who he thinks will play in the Super Bowl.
New Raiders coach
The Oakland Raiders will be naming "Monday Night Football" analyst Jon Gruden as the team's next head coach, CBS Sports has learned. Gruden previously coached the Raiders from 1998-2001. CBS Sports' Bill Reiter, host of "Reiter Than You," joins CBSN to break down the deal.
CBS Sports update
CBS Sports' Bill Reiter joins CBSN to talk about the latest in the NFL and preview the college football championship game.
2017 in sports
After another year of championships and personal achievements, 2017 will likely be remembered as a year when sports and politics became inseparable. Reid Forgrave, national writer for CBSsports.com joins CBSN to discuss the most memorable sports stories of 2017.
CBS Sports update
Aaron Rodgers is coming back this weekend from injury, but can he save the Packers' playoff hopes? CBS Sports' Bill Reiter joins CBSN with more on that, this weekend's other games, and the playoff implications.
Eagles star Chris Long
Our ongoing series A More Perfect Union aims to show that what unites us as Americans is far greater than what divides us. Special correspondent James Brown introduces us to Chris Long, an unassuming NFL star who avoids the limelight. He's spent most of his life putting his time, heart, soul and money into helping kids in underserved communities.
NFL Network suspensions
The NFL Network has suspended three former players turned analysts following a lawsuit by a former network staffer. CBS Sports' Bill Reiter spoke to CBSN about the impact the case may have on the male-dominated industry.
CBS Sports update
The New York Giants are parting ways with head coach Ben McAdoo and general manager Jerry Reese. Co-owner John Mara says the team, "spiraled out of control" and a move needed to be made. CBS Sports writer Bill Reiter joins us to talk about this firing and the next move for the Giants.
Trump tweets
On the first morning of his Thanksgiving vacation in Florida, President Trump lashed out at LaVar Ball, the father of a UCLA basketball player who was detained in China for shoplifting. Errol Barnett reports.
Broncos skydiving team
A four-person parachute team called Thunderstorm is known for skydiving into Sports Authority field before every Denver Broncos home game in what many consider the coolest pre-game ritual in all of professional sports. CBS News correspondent Dana Jacobson joined CBSN to tell us about how she got to join the team.
Broncos parachute team
The Thunderstorm, a four-person parachute team, gets fans excited ahead of every Denver Broncos home game at Sports Authority Field. Their aerial acrobatics make the Thunderstorm one of the most exciting pre-game rituals in professional sports. It's the only one of its kind in the NFL. Dana Jacobson suited up to experience what makes the stunt so dangerous and invigorating.
NFL investigates Jameis Winston
The NFL is investigating Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston after an Uber driver accused him of sexually assaulting her in 2016. Winston has since denied the allegation. CBS Sports' Bill Reiter, the host of "Reiter Than You," joins CBSN with more.
Gronkowski donates $1.2 million to renovate playground
NFL star Rob Gronkowski is donating $1.2 million to renovate a playground in Boston.
Texans anthem protest
Members of the Houston Texans took a knee during the national anthem Sunday in response to their owner's remarks at a meeting about anthem protests earlier in the week. Roxana Saberi reports.
Falcons owner on anthem protests
The owner of the Houston Texans is apologizing after his comments about the ongoing protests by NFL players during the national anthem. During a meeting between players and owners last week, Bob McNair said if the league didn't stop the protests, it would be like "inmates running the prison." The issue came up when CBS News' Dana Jacobson sat down with Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank to discuss their new stadium and community redevelopment plan for a future story.
NFL Irish dancer
Alex Collins, a 23-year-old running back with the Baltimore Ravens, is having a banner year, leading the NFL in yards per carry. But people are starting to notice that he sometimes runs like he's dancing. And in fact he is -- he's Irish dancing. Chip Reid reports.
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Anthem protests
NFL team owners and executives met with representatives of the players' union in New York on Tuesday. The two sides discussed joint action in light of players protesting social justice issues by kneeling during the national anthem. CBS News correspondent Dana Jacobson joins CBSN with the latest details.
Trump says he saw play that led to red card and asked FIFA president for review
President Trump said he spoke to FIFA president Gianni Infantino after seeing the play and asked for a review.
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Trump says U.S. will win war "one way or the other" as Iran holds Khamenei's funeral
The U.S. is "going to win one way or the other," Trump said Monday, as Iran held a colossal public funeral for their slain supreme leader.
Russian missile and drone attack on Ukraine's capital kills at least 22
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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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.
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.
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 is underway
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.
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Trump says he saw play that led to red card and asked FIFA president for review
President Trump said he spoke to FIFA president Gianni Infantino after seeing the play and asked for a review.
Microsoft to cut more than 3,000 jobs from ailing Xbox unit
Microsoft moves to slash costs as the video game industry faces what the tech giant calls the "most severe hardware crisis in its history."
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.
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Microsoft to cut more than 3,000 jobs from ailing Xbox unit
Microsoft moves to slash costs as the video game industry faces what the tech giant calls the "most severe hardware crisis in its history."
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.
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Trump says he saw play that led to red card and asked FIFA president for review
President Trump said he spoke to FIFA president Gianni Infantino after seeing the play and asked for a review.
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.
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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.
Investigation
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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Man confesses from jail to killing wife, says he will reveal location of body
Delphine Jubillar went missing in southern France in December 2020 at the height of the COVID pandemic and her body was never found.
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.
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Beyoncé releases first new song in two years
Beyoncé released her first new song in two years, "MORNING DEW (DONK)," on the Fourth of July. Caché McClay, a music reporter for USA Today Network, has more.
Details of Swift, Kelce wedding
After weeks of speculation, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce officially tied the knot at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Lilia Luciano has more on the venue's transformation, guest list and the couple's vows.
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.
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Microsoft to cut more than 3,000 jobs from ailing Xbox unit
Microsoft moves to slash costs as the video game industry faces what the tech giant calls the "most severe hardware crisis in its history."
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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
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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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Man confesses from jail to killing wife, says he will reveal location of body
Delphine Jubillar went missing in southern France in December 2020 at the height of the COVID pandemic and her body was never found.
Key hearing begins for Tyler Robinson
A key hearing begins Monday for Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk. CBS News' Carter Evans has the latest.
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.
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Mission launched to rescue a falling space telescope
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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
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Key hearing begins for Tyler Robinson
A key hearing begins Monday for Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk. CBS News' Carter Evans has the latest.
Beyoncé releases first new song in two years
Beyoncé released her first new song in two years, "MORNING DEW (DONK)," on the Fourth of July. Caché McClay, a music reporter for USA Today Network, has more.
FIFA president reacts to red card controversy
FIFA President Gianni Infantino reacted to the controversy after Folarin Balogun's red-card suspension was lifted, and President Trump confirmed his phone call on the matter in the Oval Office on Monday. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi has more.
White nationalist group in D.C. during July 4th
A white nationalist group held demonstrations in Washington, D.C., during the weekend's Fourth of July celebrations. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports.
Breaking down U.S. star's lifted suspension
Roger Bennett, founder and CEO of Men in Blazers, an independent media network that covers soccer, joins "CBS Mornings" to break down the decision to lift Folarin Balogun's red card suspension. The U.S. star is now eligible to play against Belgium on Monday.