Prosecutors ask for 25 more years in prison for R. Kelly
The singer, 56, wouldn't be eligible for release until he was about 100 if a Chicago judge goes along and adds it to the 30 years Kelly's already serving after a New York conviction.
The singer, 56, wouldn't be eligible for release until he was about 100 if a Chicago judge goes along and adds it to the 30 years Kelly's already serving after a New York conviction.
Kelly was sentenced to 30 years in prison in 2022 on nine counts that included "sexual exploitation of children."
A restitution order that was still being finalized is meant to cover the cost of treatment for herpes and psychotherapy.
Kelly, 55, was found guilty on three counts of child pornography and three counts of child enticement.
The FBI is assisting with the investigation after a package opened by an employee detonated on the campus of Boston's Northeastern University, leaving one person with minor injuries. The U.S. Labor Secretary will meet carriers and unions Wednesday in a bid to avoid a rail strike. And singer R. Kelly's child pornography and trial-fixing case is now in the hands of a Chicago jury.
The defense for R. Kelly and two co-defendants rested Friday at the R&B singer's trial on charges of trial-fixing, child pornography and enticing minors for sex.
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Opening statements began Wednesday in Chicago in a federal trial for R. Kelly. He's accused of enticing of minors for sex, producing child pornography and rigging his 2008 pornography trial. Jim DeRogatis, journalist and author of "Soulless: The Case Against R. Kelly," first broke the story for the Chicago Sun Times back in 2000, and he joins CBS News to discuss this latest case.
Three people were injured in a shooting outside Six Flags Great America in Gurnee, Illinois, near Chicago. A federal trial for R Kelly is set to begin in Chicago. A key witness in the child porn case is expected to testify that she and Kelly had sex on camera when she was 14. And a U.S. congressional delegation is in Taiwan on the heels of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's controversial visit earlier this month.
The singer's federal trial on charges he conspired to obstruct justice in his 2008 state child pornography trial starts Monday in Chicago.
The lawyers allege that there is no reason for Brooklyn's Metropolitan Detention Center to put the 55-year-old Kelly on suicide watch, and that doing so is causing "real and lasting harm" to the singer.
Disgraced former R&B singer R. Kelly has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for leading a decades-long sex trafficking operation. He appeared in a New York City court Wednesday, where survivors of his abuse gave emotional accounts of their pain and suffering. National correspondent Jericka Duncan spoke with two of those survivors and reports on both the sentencing and its impact.
Prosecutors are recommending that singer R. Kelly should spend more than 25 years in prison for sex trafficking. Sentencing is slated for later this month. Former President Trump, his son Don Jr. and daughter Ivanka have agreed to answer questions under oath next month in the New York attorney general’s probe of his business practices. And the Foo Fighters say two concerts in September will honor late bandmate Taylor Hawkins.
“CBS Mornings” co-host Gayle King is celebrating her 10-year anniversary with CBS News. Over this past decade, she has been on the ground sharing many important stories, including the separation of migrant families at the U.S.-Mexico border, the billionaire space race, the murder of George Floyd, the R. Kelly case, and many more.
The company said the decision was based on the singer abusing his power in the music industry to commit crimes.
In an extended portion of her exclusive interview with Gayle King, Azriel Clary discusses getting out of her abusive relationship with R. Kelly. Psychologist Thema Bryant joins "CBS Mornings" to share the warning signs of domestic abuse and how to seek help.
Clary, who defended Kelly in a 2019 interview, sat down once again with "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King to detail some of the abuse in the relationship and how she got out of it.
In an interview with “CBS Mornings” co-host Gayle King, R. Kelly survivor Azriel Clary spoke about how her relationship with her father and brother was negatively impacted by Kelly’s controlling behavior.
In an interview with “CBS Mornings” co-host Gayle King, Azriel Clary, who testified against R. Kelly at his racketeering trial, says that the disgraced singer had strict rules about what she and other women could wear and who they were allowed to speak to.
During R. Kelly's trial, Clary testified that he began sexually abusing her when she was 17 years old.
Azriel Clary sat down with Gayle King for her first interview since testifying against disgraced R&B superstar R. Kelly. Clary, who was a minor when she first met Kelly, previously defended him in an interview with King in 2019. This is her first interview since R. Kelly was found guilty on all nine counts against him, including racketeering and sex trafficking charges.
Azriel Clary sat down with Gayle King for her first interview since testifying against disgraced R&B superstar R. Kelly. Clary, who was a minor when she first met Kelly, previously defended him in an interview with King in 2019. This is her first interview since R. Kelly was found guilty on all nine counts against him, including racketeering and sex trafficking charges.
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"People tried to warn him. People tried to help him," Azriel Clary said.
Azriel Clary, who was in a relationship with R. Kelly and testified against the singer at his sex trafficking trial, said "he knows that he is guilty." Clary sat down with "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King to discuss the case.
The strikes risk pushing the archenemies closer to all-out war at a time of spiraling violence across the Middle East.
The rally in Kalamazoo was Michelle Obama's first appearance on the campaign trail since she spoke at the Democratic National Convention
Joe Rogan interviewed former President Donald Trump at his studio Friday. Here's what to know about the show.
In a statement, Israel Defense Forces said that "in response to months of continuous attacks," it conducted "precise strikes on military targets in Iran."
Former President Donald Trump urged two separate courts to toss out the cases brought against him by special counsel Jack Smith.
The Dodgers have stormed to a 2-0 lead over the Yankees in the World Series, thanks in large part to a trio of home runs on Saturday.
The attack on Angoon was one of a series of conflicts between the American military and Alaska Natives in the years after the U.S. bought the territory from Russia in 1867.
After Minnesota nurse Alex Pennig was found dead in her bathroom, her friend Matthew Ecker told investigators she shot herself. But evidence at the scene left detectives with some big questions about how Pennig died.
It remains unclear what if any authority or impact the synod's final recommendations will have, given the purpose of the exercise was to provide the pope with specific proposals on reform.
The Monroe County Sheriff's Office in Tennessee has asked for the public's help in finding 45-year-old Nicholas Wayne Hamlett, who they said it wanted for first-degree murder.
After Minnesota nurse Alex Pennig was found dead in her bathroom, her friend Matthew Ecker told investigators she shot herself. But evidence at the scene left detectives with some big questions about how Pennig died.
The rally in Kalamazoo was Michelle Obama's first appearance on the campaign trail since she spoke at the Democratic National Convention
The attack on Angoon was one of a series of conflicts between the American military and Alaska Natives in the years after the U.S. bought the territory from Russia in 1867.
Jim Donovan called Cleveland's games since the team's expansion rebirth in 1999.
AI helps philanthropic organization GiveAway provide neediest families direct cash payments, fast.
The Washington Post on Friday said it will not endorse Kamala Harris, Donald Trump or any other candidate this year.
Here's how much it will cost you just to get into the stadium in what's expected to be the most expensive World Series ever.
Joe Rogan interviewed former President Donald Trump at his studio Friday. Here's what to know about the show.
The CDC said 22 people have been hospitalized from the E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounder hamburgers.
The rally in Kalamazoo was Michelle Obama's first appearance on the campaign trail since she spoke at the Democratic National Convention
Former President Donald Trump urged two separate courts to toss out the cases brought against him by special counsel Jack Smith.
Beyoncé, Kelly Rowland, Willie Nelson and Jessica Alba are the latest big-name celebrities to join Vice President Kamala Harris on the campaign trail.
Vice President Kamala Harris has proposed building three million new homes and rental units, while former President Donald Trump has said he will reduce mortgage rates by slashing inflation.
In a statement, Israel Defense Forces said that "in response to months of continuous attacks," it conducted "precise strikes on military targets in Iran."
Here's how to bring up the topic productively, according to a relationship expert.
Jill Becher spent more than three years in agonizing pain. After one surgery failed, a riskier treatment provided relief.
The deadly E.coli outbreak linked to McDonald's quarter pounder hamburgers has infected at least 75 people in 13 states. One person in Colorado has died. The source of the outbreak has not been confirmed.
Dozens more people have gotten sick in the E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounders. While the source of the outbreak has not been confirmed, other fast food chains are removing raw onions from their menus. Karen Morfitt has the latest developments.
The CDC said 22 people have been hospitalized from the E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounder hamburgers.
It remains unclear what if any authority or impact the synod's final recommendations will have, given the purpose of the exercise was to provide the pope with specific proposals on reform.
The strikes risk pushing the archenemies closer to all-out war at a time of spiraling violence across the Middle East, where militant groups backed by Iran are already at war with Israel.
On Saturday, President Ferdinand Marcos said that many areas remained isolated with people in need of rescue as the death toll climbed to nearly 130 after Tropical Storm Trami.
A con artist posing as a wholesale distributor for a major French retailer had made off with $390,000 worth of cheese.
The attack on an Iranian police convoy in the country's restive southern province of Sistan and Baluchestan killed at least 10 officers, authorities said.
Beyoncé, Kelly Rowland, Willie Nelson and Jessica Alba are the latest big-name celebrities to join Vice President Kamala Harris on the campaign trail.
The Red Clay Strays is one of music's fastest rising bands. Formed in 2016 in Mobile, Alabama, this rock and roll band fronted by singer Brandon Coleman cuts its teeth playing gigs at local venues across the Southeast. They broke out in 2022 with the release of their debut album. Now, the group was nominated for a CMA award. They released their sophomore album, "Made by These Moments," this summer. Here are The Red Clay Strays with "Wanna Be Loved."
The Red Clay Strays is one of music's fastest rising bands. Formed in 2016 in Mobile, Alabama, this rock and roll band fronted by singer Brandon Coleman cuts its teeth playing gigs at local venues across the Southeast. They broke out in 2022 with the release of their debut album. Now, the group was nominated for a CMA award. They released their sophomore album, "Made by These Moments," this summer. Here are The Red Clay Strays with "Disaster."
The Red Clay Strays is one of music's fastest rising bands. Formed in 2016 in Mobile, Alabama, this rock and roll band fronted by singer Brandon Coleman cuts its teeth playing gigs at local venues across the Southeast. They broke out in 2022 with the release of their debut album. Now, the group was nominated for a CMA award. They released their sophomore album, "Made by These Moments," this summer. Here are The Red Clay Strays with "I'm Still Fine."
For more than a century, AM radio has amassed a rich and storied history. That history includes Beatlemania, fireside chats with President Franklin D. Roosevelt and the Super Bowl. Now, in a world of Instagram, podcasts and TikTok, AM radio is seeking a lifeline.
Surveillance tech has expanded abilities of firms to track employees, often without their consent, fed agency says.
A community-based group of young designers in London has big plans to expand the world of emojis, to reflect their own styles, and to quash "texturism."
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.
Have you ever heard of the term, "Googleganger?" It's when you and a person you search on Google share the same name. A CBS report from 2007 shows how it one time led to an unlikely friendship.
Major phone companies say some Americans want to ditch their smartphones in favor of so-called dumb phones. Some cell phone makers have even come up with new models of the iconic flip and brick phones to help those who want a simpler lifestyle.
In parts of the U.S., it's been spooky warm, with some places setting records for heat. As we get ready for Halloween, CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter has been taking a closer look at these records and how climate change is heating up trick or treating.
Environmental activists are working in battleground states to energize climate-focused voters ahead of Election Day. CBS News senior coordinating producer of climate Tracy Wholf has more.
A new report from the United Nations says the world is way off target when it comes to cutting greenhouse gas emissions and avoiding the worst threats of climate change. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter has more.
New data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has scientists ringing alarm bells about the health of the world's oceans. Seventy-seven percent of the world's coral reefs have experienced "bleaching-level heat stress" over the last 22 months. Derek Manzello, coordinator of NOAA's Coral Reef Watch program, joins CBS News to dive deeper into the research.
Rising sea levels and more intense storms driven by climate change are making it difficult for the residents who live on North Carolina's Outer Banks, a series of barrier islands. In the last four years, the Atlantic has toppled 10 homes on Hatteras Island as officials are searching for new ways to adapt. David Schechter has more.
After Minnesota nurse Alex Pennig was found dead in her bathroom, her friend Matthew Ecker told investigators she shot herself. But evidence at the scene left detectives with some big questions about how Pennig died.
A con artist posing as a wholesale distributor for a major French retailer had made off with $390,000 worth of cheese.
The attack on an Iranian police convoy in the country's restive southern province of Sistan and Baluchestan killed at least 10 officers, authorities said.
Sixty-two years ago this week, 9-year-old Carol Ann Dougherty was murdered inside a Catholic church, steps from her home in Bristol, a suburb of Philadelphia. Despite efforts of investigators, her killer has never been found. Now, the case is getting attention thanks to a new podcast.
Alex Pennig, 32, was shot dead in her St. Paul, Minnesota, apartment. Detectives used surveillance footage to piece together her final moments.
NASA says three NASA astronauts and one Russian cosmonaut were taken to a medical facility for additional evaluation after splashing down to Earth Friday morning in the SpaceX Dragon Capsule. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer at the Franklin Institute, joined CBS News to discuss the mission.
Three NASA astronauts and a Russian cosmonaut returned to Earth early Friday in the SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule Endeavour, capping a record-setting 235-day mission to the International Space Station. CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood has more.
The Crew Dragon splashed down in the Gulf of Mexico a month later than planned, setting a SpaceX endurance record in the process.
Four huge asteroids — and a fifth that's much smaller — are passing Earth on Thursday in their closest approaches to the planet ever recorded.
Spending a month longer than planned aboard the ISS, three NASA astronauts and a Russian cosmonaut are finally headed home.
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The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
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The actor, recipient of a lifetime achievement Academy Award, was renowned for such films as "MASH," "Klute," "Don't Look Now," "Ordinary People," and "The Hunger Games."
You may have seen these little free libraries on the side of the road, quaint little houses where people can share good old fashion traditional books. But as Itay Hod reports, one woman in California may be starting a whole new chapter in the movement's saga.
A nurse is found dead in her apartment. Surveillance video captures her coming home for the last time. Can investigators piece together what happened next? "48 Hours" contributor Natalie Morales reports.
The U.S. Navy issued an apology Saturday for destroying an Alaska Native village nearly 150 years ago. The 1882 attack in Angoon killed six children and caused such dire food shortages that villagers starved themselves so children could eat.
The U.S. has supplied Ukraine with over $60 billion in military assistance since Russia invaded in 2022, including Stryker fighting vehicles used by Ukraine's 80th Air Assault Brigade to launch an incursion into Russia in August. But with the U.S. presidential election nearing, some in Ukraine are anxious about whether former President Donald Trump will curb the supply of weapons if he wins. Holly Williams reports from Kyiv.
The first video since two new giant pandas who were loaned from China to the National Zoo in Washington, D.C., was released Saturday. Bao Li and Qing Bao will make their public debut in January.