Will the Super Bowl become a super-spreader event?
With just two days to go until the big game, there are major concerns that the Super Bowl could turn into a super-spreader event — both at home and in the stadium.
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Remembering Whitney Houston's national anthem
Watch For A Limited Time Only: "CBS This Morning" co-host Anthony Mason looks back at Whitney Houston's now-famous rendition of the Star-Spangled Banner at Super Bowl XXV, how the performance came together and why the NFL tried to make last-minute changes. Available online only through February 5, 2021.
Kansas City or Tampa: Super Bowl showdown
A "CBS This Morning" tradition continues as Kansas City and Tampa go head-to-head to see which town gets bragging rights even before Sunday's kickoff. Jammie Yuccas and Michelle Miller have the details.
Chiefs, Buccaneers get ready for Super Bowl
The Kansas City Chiefs and Tampa Bay Buccaneers are preparing for the Super Bowl kickoff this Sunday. The Chiefs will arrive in Tampa, Florida, on Saturday due to coronavirus health precautions. Will Brinson, senior NFL writer for CBS Sports, joined CBSN to preview the game.
Nantz and Romo on historic Super Bowl matchup
Football fans are gearing up for one of the greatest matchups in sports history. CBS Sports' Jim Nantz and Tony Romo break down the big quarterback duel between six-time champion Tom Brady's Tampa Bay Buccaneers and superstar Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs.
Health care workers going to Super Bowl
About 7,500 vaccinated health care workers from across the nation will attend Sunday's Super Bowl. They include a Florida nurse who's a Tampa Bay Buccaneers fan and a New York chaplain who's a Kansas City Chiefs fan. They opened up about their experiences ahead of the big game, and CBS News' Skyler Henry joined "CBSN AM" to discuss.
These lucky fans will attend the Super Bowl
For the first time in decades, the Super Bowl will not be a sellout due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But a few thousand lucky fans will fill the stadium in Florida. Mark Strassmann reports.
Tom Brady's 2005 60 Minutes interview
When the Buccaneers' quarterback had won 3 Super Bowls, he told 60 Minutes his favorite Super Bowl ring was his "next one." On Sunday, he tries for his seventh win.
Troy Vincent on Super Bowl, racism in NFL
Ahead of Super Bowl LV, the NFL is taking numerous steps to try and keep players, staffers and fans safe from COVID-19. Troy Vincent, the executive vice president of football operations for the NFL, spoke to CBSN's Tanya Rivero about that, plus how the league still has "a lot of work to do" on diversity in its coaching ranks,
Super Bowl festivities planned despite COVID
Events for NFL fans in the days leading up to Super Bowl LV are carrying on in Tampa, Florida even amid the coronavirus pandemic. But the league is trying to mitigate health risks with increased safety measures. CBS News' Skyler Henry joins CBSN AM to discuss the changes.
NFL invests $2 million in Super Bowl city
Every year, the NFL thanks cities for hosting the Super Bowl by donating to the community. This year the league is investing $2 million into partnerships with Tampa-area charities like Metropolitan Ministries to change the lives of families in need. Mark Strassmann reports.
The effort to keep Super Bowl fans COVID-free
As football fans count down to Super Bowl LV, Jamie Yuccas looks at how health officials are working with the NFL to make sure the big game doesn't turn into a super spreader event. Raymond James Stadium, which holds 65,000, will be at roughly one-third capacity as the Buccaneers face off against the Chiefs Sunday.
Honorary captain gets ready for Super Bowl
Three honorary captains will be traveling to Tampa, Florida, to participate in the pre-game coin toss at Super Bowl LV. Trimaine Davis, an educator from Los Angeles, is one of the three frontline heroes the NFL selected to honor ahead of the big game. Davis spoke with CBSN's Tanya Rivero about the honor and his ongoing mission to tackle the "digital divide" within his community.
Previewing Tom Brady's 10th Super Bowl
Tom Brady will become the oldest quarterback to ever play for the NFL championship when the Tampa Bay Buccaneers face the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday in Super Bowl 55. CBS Sports NFL analyst Scott Pioli joins CBSN to discuss.
NFL's trailblazing females
On Sunday, Sarah Thomas will become the first woman to ever officiate at a Super Bowl. Also making history, two female coaches for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers — Maral Javadifar and Lori Locust — will be on the field for the big game against the Kansas City Chiefs. "CBS This Morning: Saturday" co-host Dana Jacobson spoke with two other female trailblazers who have transformed America's most popular sport.
NFL's first full-time Black female coach: "It was a very long road"
Jennifer King got her to break after Ron Rivera, the Washington team's head coach, realized her resume was just as good as any young male coach.
NFL aims for Super Bowl "full house"
Because of COVID public health restrictions, this year's Super Bowl will be played well below its stadium's capacity. One Arizona printing company is working with the NFL to bring fans to the game — with a unique, pandemic-era solution. Jamie Yuccas reports.
NFL owners lost an estimated $4 billion during pandemic
Football league will bounce back financially once fans return to stadiums and TV contracts are renewed, experts say.
Pro Football Hall of Fame contenders
More than a dozen former NFL players are up for the chance to be enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame this year. David Baker, president and CEO of the organization, joins CBSN to discuss how the selections are made.
Buccaneers and Chiefs set for Super Bowl LV
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Kansas City Chiefs are set to square off in the 2021 Super Bowl. Meanwhile, Tuesday marks one year since the death of Kobe Bryant, his daughter, and seven others. CBS News special correspondent James Brown joins CBSN to discuss the latest in the sports world.
Jennifer King becomes NFL's first full-time Black female assistant coach
"It's another step forward for women in football," King said.
History will be made at Super Bowl LV
Super Bowl 55 is set between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Kansas City Chiefs, and it's already making history.
Buccaneers and Chiefs make it to Super Bowl
Tom Brady is heading back to the Super Bowl with his new team, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. They will face off against the defending champion Kansas City Chiefs, led by Patrick Mahomes. CBS Sports senior NFL writer Will Brinson spoke with Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers on CBSN about what to watch during the matchup between Brady and Mahomes on CBS.
Previewing the NFL's championship Sunday
We are just hours away from finding out who will be playing in Super Bowl LV in Tampa, Florida. Championship Sunday kicks off with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers heading to Green Bay to take on Aaron Rodgers and the Packers. In the evening, the Buffalo Bills will be making their first AFC Championship appearance in nearly three decades when they take on the reigning Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs on the road at Arrowhead Stadium. CBS Sports NFL writer Tyler Sullivan has more on Sunday's games.
NFL invites health care workers to Super Bowl
Thousands of health care workers are receiving an invite to the Super Bowl, courtesy of the NFL. Roger Goodell, the league's commissioner, announced Friday that 7,500 vaccinated health care workers will be invited to the annual championship game, being played this year in Tampa, as a thank you for their service during the coronavirus pandemic.
NATO summit in Turkey beginning as Trump pushes for more defense spending
Amid simmering tensions between the U.S. and some NATO allies over Iran and Greenland, President Trump will continue to press other countries to boost defense spending.
Top Democrats call on Platner to drop out as sexual assault allegation emerges
A Maine woman told Politico that Graham Platner entered her home in late 2021 and forced himself on her. Platner denies the allegation.
Belgium beats U.S. men 4-1, ending the Americans' World Cup run in Seattle
Belgium defeated the U.S. Men's National Team 4-1 on Monday night in the World Cup Round of 16 knockout match in Seattle, ending the Americans' hopes of reaching the quarterfinals for the first time in 24 years.
French President Macron safe after bomb blasts near hotel in Damascus
France's government says President Emmanuel Macron is safe and will continue his visit to Syria after two bombs exploded outside his hotel in Damascus.
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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," President Trump said Monday, as Iran held a colossal public funeral for its slain supreme leader.
Judge says alleged D.C. pipe bomber isn't covered by Trump's Jan. 6 pardons
A judge ruled that that President Trump's pardons of the rioters were "expressly limited" to those who were convicted of their actions on Jan. 6, 2021, and did not apply to Brian Cole Jr.
Toyota, in $3.6 billion move, shifting Tacoma production to Texas from Mexico
Toyota says it's shifting most production of its mid-size Tacoma pick-up truck from Mexico to the United States as part of a $3.6 billion investment in its San Antonio, Texas plant.
Children who died on Wisconsin's Geneva Lake found in sunken boat, police say
Three children who died when a boat capsized on Geneva Lake in Wisconsin amid a sudden storm last week were found inside the sunken vessel, police said.
Kyiv apartment building hit by multiple Russian strikes month apart
Residents of a Kyiv apartment building hit a second time by a Russian strike greeted emergency responders with dark humor, volunteer Kateryna Tereshkova said.
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NATO summit in Turkey begins as Trump pushes for more defense spending
Amid simmering tensions between the U.S. and some NATO allies over Iran and Greenland, President Trump will continue to press other countries to boost defense spending.
Belgium knocks out U.S. men 4-1, ending the Americans' World Cup run in Seattle
Belgium defeated the U.S. Men's National Team 4-1 on Monday night in the World Cup round of 16 knockout match in Seattle, ending the Americans' hopes of reaching the quarterfinals for the first time in 24 years.
Chris Richards on red card controversy, U.S.-Belgium match: "Business as usual"
U.S. Men's National Team defender Chris Richards spoke with "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil in an interview ahead of the knockout match against Belgium.
Judge says alleged D.C. pipe bomber isn't covered by Trump's Jan. 6 pardons
A judge ruled that that President Trump's pardons of the rioters were "expressly limited" to those who were convicted of their actions on Jan. 6, 2021, and did not apply to Brian Cole Jr.
Children who died on Wisconsin's Geneva Lake found in sunken boat, police say
Three children who died when a boat capsized on Geneva Lake in Wisconsin amid a sudden storm last week were found inside the sunken vessel, police said.
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Toyota, in $3.6 billion move, shifting Tacoma production to Texas from Mexico
Toyota says it's shifting most production of its mid-size Tacoma pick-up truck from Mexico to the United States as part of a $3.6 billion investment in its San Antonio, Texas plant.
AI actor Tilly Norwood set to star in first feature film
AI-generated actor Tilly Norwood is set to star in her first feature film, with her creator saying that "art will be imitating life."
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.
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NATO summit in Turkey begins as Trump pushes for more defense spending
Amid simmering tensions between the U.S. and some NATO allies over Iran and Greenland, President Trump will continue to press other countries to boost defense spending.
Judge says alleged D.C. pipe bomber isn't covered by Trump's Jan. 6 pardons
A judge ruled that that President Trump's pardons of the rioters were "expressly limited" to those who were convicted of their actions on Jan. 6, 2021, and did not apply to Brian Cole Jr.
Top Democrats call on Platner to drop out as sexual assault allegation emerges
A Maine woman told Politico that Graham Platner entered her home in late 2021 and forced himself on her. Platner denies the allegation.
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.
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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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French President Macron safe after bomb blasts near hotel in Damascus
France's government says President Emmanuel Macron is safe and will continue his visit to Syria after two bombs exploded outside his hotel in Damascus.
Belgium knocks out U.S. men 4-1, ending the Americans' World Cup run in Seattle
Belgium defeated the U.S. Men's National Team 4-1 on Monday night in the World Cup round of 16 knockout match in Seattle, ending the Americans' hopes of reaching the quarterfinals for the first time in 24 years.
Chris Richards on red card controversy, U.S.-Belgium match: "Business as usual"
U.S. Men's National Team defender Chris Richards spoke with "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil in an interview ahead of the knockout match against Belgium.
Kyiv apartment building hit by multiple Russian strikes month apart
Residents of a Kyiv apartment building hit a second time by a Russian strike greeted emergency responders with dark humor, volunteer Kateryna Tereshkova said.
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.
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Details emerge of Swift-Kelce wedding
The highly anticipated wedding between pop superstar Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs Pro Bowler Travis Kelce took place at Madison Square Garden on Friday. Page Six senior reporter Carlos Greer joins with the emerging details.
AI actor Tilly Norwood set to star in first feature film
AI-generated actor Tilly Norwood is set to star in her first feature film, with her creator saying that "art will be imitating life."
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.
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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
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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Charlie Kirk murder suspect in court
Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, was in court Monday for a critical hearing. Carter Evans reports.
Testimony at accused Kirk killer's hearing
A five-day preliminary hearing is underway for the man accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the details.
Judge to weigh evidence for trial in Kirk killing
A five-day hearing began Monday for the man accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins to break down the proceedings.
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.
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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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The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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Trump heading to NATO summit amid tensions
President Trump will leave for Turkey on Monday night to attend the annual NATO summit. The president is set to meet with allies he has chastised for insufficient support in the war in Iran and defense spending. Leo Shane III, Politico defense reporter, joins CBS News to discuss what to expect.
Charlie Kirk murder suspect in court
Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, was in court Monday for a critical hearing. Carter Evans reports.
Chris Richards on Balogun's reinstatement
USMNT defender Chris Richards speaks with Tony Dokoupil about the controversial decision to lift the suspension against Folarin Balogun and his team's ongoing run through the World Cup.
Politico: Woman claims Platner sexually assaulted her
Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner is postponing campaign events after a woman he dated told Politico that Platner forced her to have sex against her will. Nikole Killion reports.
Democrats call on Platner to drop Senate bid
Politico reports that a woman Graham Platner dated claims he forced her to have sex against her will. The Maine Democratic Senate nominee denies the allegation. Aaron Zitner, reporter and editor in The Wall Street Journal's Washington bureau, joins with more.