Josh Gordon taking break from NFL for mental health
"I have recently felt like I could have a better grasp on things mentally," Gordon wrote
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Redskins safety charged with assault for fight caught on video
Police say Montae Nicholson and his girlfriend were involved in an argument that escalated into a physical assault
Ray & Janay Rice on NFL assault incidents
In 2014, NFL player Ray Rice was seen punching and knocking out his then-fiancée in an elevator. The Baltimore Ravens dropped him and Rice hasn't played professional football since. Rice and his fiancée, Janay, married just weeks after the incident and now have two children together. "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King sits down with the couple to discuss why they stayed together and how recent NFL assault incidents affected their lives.
Ray Rice says he doesn't want a second chance – he already got one
In February 2014, surveillance video showed the former Baltimore Ravens running back punching his fiancee in an elevator
Ray Rice speaks out on domestic violence
In 2014, Ravens running back Ray Rice was seen on video punching his then-fiancée inside an elevator. Now he and his wife are speaking out about domestic violence after Kareem Hunt was dropped from the Kansas City Chiefs over a similar video. Watch their full interview Tuesday with Gayle King on "CBS This Morning," which airs 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. ET/PT.
Why ex-NFL lineman John Urschel benched football for math
Football' "was one of my life's passions," he said. "I know that math is my life's work"
Ex-NFL star Isiah Robertson killed in car crash
Robertson was a six-time Pro Bowl linebacker for the Los Angeles Rams and he played for the Buffalo Bills
NFL teams pass on signing Kareem Hunt amid fallout over assault video
If Hunt were to sign with another team, he would return to the commissioner's exempt list
Woman seen in Kareem Hunt video told police he "shoved me"
The Kansas City Chiefs dropped Hunt from the team after video surfaced showing him kicking a woman
Brett Favre tricked into taping video for anti-Semitic group
The legendary quarterback recorded a shoutout to what he thought was a veterans organization. When he learned who they really were, it "sickened" him
Kareem Hunt apologizes, says NFL never interviewed him about assault
Former Kansas City Chiefs running back said he never saw the security camera video until TMZ published it Friday
Kansas City Chiefs release Kareem Hunt after video shows him kicking woman
When police arrived at the scene, they decided not to press charges
NFL's only deaf player visits deaf kids
The NFL's only deaf player visited the Phoenix Day School for the Deaf to show kids he's just like them – and they can grow up to do extraordinary things, too.
Reuben Foster on Redskins after 2nd arrest
NFL's Washington Redskins are defending a controversial decision to add a player who's been arrested for domestic violence twice. Linebacker Reuben Foster is accused of pushing and slapping his ex-girlfriend in a Florida hotel room on Saturday. The former first-round draft pick was cut by the San Francisco 49ers after that arrest, but Washington picked him up two days later. Jan Crawford reports.
Houston Texans owner Bob McNair dies at 81
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said in a statement that McNair left a "lasting mark on his city and our league"
Thanksgiving Day 2018 football schedule
The NFL Thanksgiving Day football schedule tradition expanded to three Thanksgiving day games this year
"The Takeout": State of the NFL & its relationship with Trump
This week on "The Takeout," CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett sits down with Mark Leibovich, chief national correspondent for The New York Times Magazine, and Eric Winston, the president of the National Football League Players Association. They discussed how politics has played a role in the NFL in the Trump era.
Young athletes abandon football as concussions rock high school teams
Timmy Ditka decided to leave the sport after a serious injury sidelined him at a young age
Condoleeza Rice shuts down NFL rumors
Condoleezza Rice, the former secretary of state under George W. Bush, issued a statement Sunday saying she won't be the next head coach of the Cleveland Browns. Rice, an avid Browns fan, was responding to an ESPN report claiming the team wanted to interview her for the coaching gig.
Condoleezza Rice says she won't be head coach of the Cleveland Browns
"I love my Browns -- and I know they will hire an experienced coach to take us to the next level," Rice said in response to an ESPN report
Le'Veon Bell doesn't report to Steelers and can't play this season
All-Pro running back also forfeits $14.5 million after not reporting to the team Tuesday
The Griffin brothers' journey to the NFL
Twin brothers Shaquem and Shaquill Griffin tell Sharyn Alfonsi how their commitment to a childhood pact led them to become teammates on the Seattle Seahawks
Brotherly love: Shaquem and Shaquill Griffin's pact
Twins and Seattle Seahawk teammates, the brothers made a pledge as children that has impacted their lives ever since. So what did they promise?
Carolina Panthers bring flowers to Tree of Life before Steelers game
#StrongerThanHate: A message from the Carolina Panthers football team ahead of Thursday's game
The pact that kept two NFL brothers together
Although both Shaquill and Shaquem Griffin blossomed into blue chip prospects in high school, only Shaquill was offered football scholarships to elite programs. But Shaquill wasn't going anywhere without his brother. See the full story, Sunday at 7:30 p.m. ET and 7 p.m. PT on CBS.
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U.S. launches strikes on Iran after commercial ship attacks in Strait of Hormuz
As many as three tankers came under attack in the Strait of Hormuz as the U.S. and Iran continued exchanging threats, with peace talks on hold.
Here's how Democrats could pick a new Maine Senate nominee if Platner drops out
Democrats have a brief window of time to replace Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner on the ballot if he drops out of the race amid a sexual assault allegation.
Unstable building in Midtown Manhattan forces evacuations, street closures
The unstable building is the former Pfizer headquarters in Midtown Manhattan that is being converted into apartments.
Fetterman tells those who backed Platner to "sit it out" on a possible replacement
Sen. John Fetterman condemned his colleagues who continued backing Graham Platner amid a string of scandals.
Senate GOP leaders say they've talked with McConnell by phone
The top Republicans in the Senate spoke with the Kentucky Republican by phone this week, according to their spokespeople.
Trump weighs allowing Turkey to have F-35s as NATO summit begins
Amid simmering tensions between the U.S. and some NATO allies over Iran and Greenland, President Trump is tightening bonds with Turkey.
DOJ threatens criminal action against states that allow non-citizens to vote
The head of the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division sent letters to election officials in all 50 states threatening criminal action if they knowingly allow non-U.S. citizens to vote.
Democrats Stevens and El-Sayed spar in tense Michigan Senate debate
The debate comes days after a third candidate, Mallory McMorrow, suspended her campaign.
U.S. rescinds waiver permitting Iranian oil sales after Iranian attacks on tankers
The Trump administration has revoked a waiver that allowed Iranian oil sales, a key source of revenue for the regime, after Iran attacked three tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.
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Fetterman tells those who backed Platner to "sit it out" on a possible replacement
Sen. John Fetterman condemned his colleagues who continued backing Graham Platner amid a string of scandals.
Navy identifies missing sailor after Arabian Sea emergency landing
Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao said he has directed that Cmdr. Gabriel Edwards be posthumously promoted to his selected rank of captain.
U.S. launches strikes against Iran over attacks on 3 ships in Strait of Hormuz
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has over the past two days attacked three commercial vessels that were traveling through the Strait of Hormuz.
Ford recalls 177,000 vehicles over faulty wiper, drivetrain and other issues
A slew of Ford recalls affects some new and used Mustang, Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid and Explorer Hybrid vehicles, according to a federal safety watchdog.
Judge rejects DOJ's attempt to get names of 2020 election workers in Fulton County
A federal judge has ruled that the U.S. Department of Justice cannot have access to personal information for every person who worked during the 2020 election in Georgia's Fulton County.
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Ford recalls 177,000 vehicles over faulty wiper, drivetrain and other issues
A slew of Ford recalls affects some new and used Mustang, Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid and Explorer Hybrid vehicles, according to a federal safety watchdog.
USPS raising the price of a Forever stamp starting on Sunday
The cost of a first-class Forever stamp has climbed 41% since 2021, and postal officials have signaled they want prices to rise even more.
Nara Organics infant formula linked to another case of botulism
The FDA is urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop using a Nara Organics-brand formula after several infants contracted botulism.
Walmart cuts prices on thousands of items, including beef and soda
President Trump praised Walmart and said the lower prices are the result of "my Administration's request to celebrate our great Country's 250th birthday."
Toyota, in $3.6 billion move, shifting Tacoma production to Texas from Mexico
Toyota is shifting most production of its midsize Tacoma pickup truck from Mexico to the U.S. as part of a $3.6 billion investment in its Texas plant.
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DOJ threatens criminal action against states that allow non-citizens to vote
The head of the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division sent letters to election officials in all 50 states threatening criminal action if they knowingly allow non-U.S. citizens to vote.
U.S. rescinds waiver permitting Iranian oil sales after Iranian attacks on tankers
The Trump administration has revoked a waiver that allowed Iranian oil sales, a key source of revenue for the regime, after Iran attacked three tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.
Fetterman tells those who backed Platner to "sit it out" on a possible replacement
Sen. John Fetterman condemned his colleagues who continued backing Graham Platner amid a string of scandals.
U.S. launches strikes against Iran over attacks on 3 ships in Strait of Hormuz
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has over the past two days attacked three commercial vessels that were traveling through the Strait of Hormuz.
Judge rejects DOJ's attempt to get names of 2020 election workers in Fulton County
A federal judge has ruled that the U.S. Department of Justice cannot have access to personal information for every person who worked during the 2020 election in Georgia's Fulton County.
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Nara Organics infant formula linked to another case of botulism
The FDA is urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop using a Nara Organics-brand formula after several infants contracted botulism.
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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U.S. rescinds waiver permitting Iranian oil sales after Iranian attacks on tankers
The Trump administration has revoked a waiver that allowed Iranian oil sales, a key source of revenue for the regime, after Iran attacked three tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.
Navy identifies missing sailor after Arabian Sea emergency landing
Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao said he has directed that Cmdr. Gabriel Edwards be posthumously promoted to his selected rank of captain.
U.S. launches strikes against Iran over attacks on 3 ships in Strait of Hormuz
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has over the past two days attacked three commercial vessels that were traveling through the Strait of Hormuz.
Mexico probing possible U.S. violation in drug lord capture: "Someone lied"
Mexico said it is investigating whether its sovereignty was violated by the United States in the 2024 capture of drug lord Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada.
Rahm Emanuel expected to say Israel needs "significant changes" in speech
Rahm Emanuel is viewed as a potential Democratic presidential candidate and has been a longtime defender of Israel.
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Prince Harry loses long legal battle against U.K. tabloid publisher
Prince Harry has lost his case against the publisher of the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday tabloids, with the top U.K. court dismissing claims of illegal information gathering.
Common on starring in "Silo" series
Common speaks to "CBS Mornings" about starring in the series "Silo," which is back for a third season. The Oscar, Emmy and Grammy Award winner reveals what drew him to his character. He also discusses recent performances, including at the BET Awards and the opening of the Obama Presidential Center.
Sophie Chen Keller reads "Little Wonder"
Oprah Winfrey selected "Little Wonder" by acclaimed author Sophie Chen Keller as her latest book club pick. Keller reads an excerpt from her novel about an extraordinary journey of hope and love.
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."
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Satellites search for wildfires from space
FireSat satellites, equipped with specialized cameras and imaging software, are helping detect wildfires from space. Muon Space CEO Jonny Dyer explains how the satellites could help firefighting efforts.
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."
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.
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.
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2,000-year-old gold rings and human bones found by archaeologists
Archaeologists have discovered eight human skeletons, bronze and gold jewelry and other artifacts indicating a ceremonial burial of wealthy people.
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?
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New video in Charlie Kirk suspect court case
Prosecutors allege that Tyler Robinson shot conservative activist Charlie Kirk while he was speaking at an event for Turning Point USA. In court on Tuesday, a judge allowed new surveillance footage from the day the conservative activist was shot and killed.
New video of alleged Kirk murder suspect
Prosecutors revealed new video from the moments before and after the shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Carter Evans reports from Utah with details on the pretrial hearing there on Tuesday.
Former Bucknell football coach charged
Two years after the death of an 18-year-old football player at Bucknell University in Pennsylvania, the team's former strength and conditioning coach has been hit with felony charges, including aggravated hazing and involuntary manslaughter. Mark Strassmann reports.
Mexico probing possible U.S. violation in drug lord capture: "Someone lied"
Mexico said it is investigating whether its sovereignty was violated by the United States in the 2024 capture of drug lord Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada.
Charlie Kirk murder suspect in court
Charlie Kirk's alleged killer, Tyler Robinson, is back in a Utah court for a preliminary hearing. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more details.
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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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Celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
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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Former ambassador to NATO on Trump, Turkey
President Trump touted his growing relationship with Turkey during a two-day NATO summit in Ankara. Former U.S. Ambassador to NATO Ivo Daalder joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Democratic strategist on Platner's campaign
Democratic support is fading for Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner after accusations that he sexually assaulted his former girlfriend in 2021. Democratic strategist and CBS News political contributor Joel Payne has more.
FDA investigating infant botulism outbreak
The Food and Drug Administration is investigating a multi-state outbreak of infant botulism linked to baby formula. Infant botulism is a rare but serious illness caused when babies consume bacteria with spores that produce a toxin in the gut. CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Céline Gounder has more.
New video in Charlie Kirk suspect court case
Prosecutors allege that Tyler Robinson shot conservative activist Charlie Kirk while he was speaking at an event for Turning Point USA. In court on Tuesday, a judge allowed new surveillance footage from the day the conservative activist was shot and killed.
Former Make-A-Wish kid inspires others
Just a couple of weeks after Kai Rackley got his wings as a first officer for United Airlines, he got a chance to meet a group of kids a lot like he used to be. Tony Dokoupil has the story about the magic of the Make-A-Wish Foundation.