Sexist legal defense
Defense attorney Steve Ferese's comments about women in a Tennessee rape case -- calling them "the weaker sex" and "especially good" at lying -- are causing outrage nationwide.
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A survivor's quest to have a family
After everything she had been through - the kidnapping and the nearly 20 year search for her attacker - Jennifer Schuett had one more challenge to face.
Dennis Bradford questioned
In 2009, 19 years after the abduction and assault of an 8-year- old girl in Dickinson, Texas, Dennis Earl Bradford was arrested for the attempted capital murder of Jennifer Schuett. During questioning by Det. Tim Cromie and FBI Special Agent Richard Rennison, Bradford gets surprising news.
Roosevelt Glenn's sister: "I couldn't give up"
Roosevelt Glenn's sister, Renitta, and brother-in-law Lorenzo show Glenn all the files they kept throughout the years as they fought for his freedom
Stolen gun may hold clues
A gun that was stolen during the 1989 brutal rape of a woman in Hammond, Indiana, could lead to some answers
"48 Hours" preview
A pair of workman's overalls, a victim who said she could identity one of her attacks, and DNA were the evidence that led to the conviction of Darryl Pinkins and Roosevelt Glenn in a brutal 1989 rape case in Hammond, Indiana. But Pinkins and Glenn -- who have always maintained their innocence -- don't match the DNA. Maureen Maher of "48 Hours" was there when a new DNA technology promised to blow this case wide open.
Preview: Guilty until Proven Innocent
Two friends convicted of rape, claiming neither did it. Their families stuck by them. Now, more than 20 years later, a new DNA test will change everything. "48 Hours" correspondent Maureen Maher investigates Saturday, Feb. 4 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on CBS.
Sneak peek: Innocence Lost
The murder of four young girls leads to two murder convictions -- but then everything fell apart; 25 years later, there's new DNA evidence. "48 Hours"' Erin Moriarty has the latest on the case she says she can't forget, Saturday, Jan. 21 at 9 p.m. ET/PT on CBS.
Untested rape kits
Tens of thousands of rape kits are sitting in storage across the country, some awaiting testing for decades. As correspondent Jericka Duncan and producer Laura Strickler found, even though the backlog is clearing, many victims are still waiting for justice.
Linebacker's rape kit donation
Detroit Lions linebacker DeAndre Levy donated $30,000 to fund testing for neglected rape kits. The money will go toward testing 11,000 untested rape kits. CBSN's Vlad Duthiers and Kristine Johnson have the latest on the athlete's efforts.
Rolling Stone verdict
A federal jury has found Rolling Stone magazine and reporter Sabrina Rudin Erdely liable in a defamation case over the now discredited story about a rape at the University of Virginia. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins CBSN with more on the verdict.
UW student accused of sexual assault
A University of Wisconsin-Madison student was charged Thursday with sexually assaulting four more women. Cook was charged last week with sexually assaulting a woman on Oct. 12th, and media reports of his arrest have led more women to come forward, saying the same man sexually assaulted them as well. Velena Jones of CBS affiliate WISC is in Madison with the details.
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A newly released hacked email from an aide to former President Bill Clinton reveals a tangled web of charity and personal enrichment revolving around the Clinton Foundation; shelter dogs spend most of their time in cages, with little opportunity to move around freely
Madison assault charges
Alec Cook, a college student in Madison, Wisconsin, was charged with sexually assaulting five women, some of whom are his classmates. Prosecutors say a dozen victims have come forward. Demarco Morgan reports.
Baylor sex assault scandal
For more than a year, Baylor University has been plagued by allegations it failed to handle cases of sexual assault committed by its students. The woman in charge of investigating sex assault complaints at Baylor, the nation's largest Baptist university, has stepped down. Baylor said in a statement that Patty Crawford was "disappointed in her role in implementing the recommendations" from an independent investigation. Crawford and her attorney, Rogge Dunn, join "CBS This Morning" to discuss why she's resigning.
Brock Turner protesters
In Ohio, protesters gathered outside the home of former Stanford University swimmer Brock Turner. He was released from jail Friday after serving half of his six-month sentence for sexually assaulting an unconcious woman. Carter Evans has more.
Brock Turner released
Former Stanford swimmer Brock Turner has been released from jail after serving three months of his six-month sentence for sexual assault. Turner's case prompted nationwide backlash over the short sentence. CBS News' John Blackstone explains how Turner was released so early.
Naming sex assault victim?
A student sexually assaulted at an elite New Hampshire prep school is in a legal battle to keep her identity private. Owen Labrie was convicted in the case that drew national attention. The victim's family filed a civil suit in June against St. Paul's School, claiming the school condoned "a tradition of ritualized statutory rape." If the case goes to trial, the school says the plaintiffs "should not be allowed to hide behind a cloak of anonymity and lob attacks." CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins "CBS This Morning" to break down the case.
NH sexual assault case
A star student and track athlete at the exclusive Phillips Exeter Academy in New Hampshire is due in court next month to answer charges stemming from an alleged sexual assault last fall. Chukwudi Ikpeazus is accused of fondling a 17-year-old female student and charged with misdemeanor sexual assault. Police are also investigating the prestigious prep school and how it handled the case. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to weigh in on the case.
U.N. warns sexual violence being used as weapon
The United Nations warned that sexual violence is being used as a weapon of war in the Tigray region of Ethiopia. The accusations are aimed at soldiers on all sides of the conflict. Cara Anna, Africa correspondent for The Associated Press, joins CBSN to discuss the latest on reports of war crimes and other atrocities in Tigray.
The full episode of the CBS Evening News from the June 22, 2016 edition
Democrats in the House brought work to a stop Wednesday as they staged a sit-in demanding the Republican majority allow a vote on gun control; The Lindy Hop was created in the 1920s in the dance halls of Harlem like the famous Savoy Ballroom
Baylor University and its former football coach are accused of turning their back on sexual assault victims
Baylor University and its former football coach are accused of turning their back on sexual assault victims. Art Briles reportedly broke a promise to apologize to a woman sexually assaulted by one of his players. This comes as a new federal lawsuit accuses the Christian college of being a "hunting ground" for rapists. Mark Strassmann reports from the Baylor campus in Waco, Texas.
The full episode of the CBS Evening News from the June 19, 2016 edition
Orlando has begun saying goodbye to the 49 victims of the mass shooting at Pulse nightclub; Thousands showed up for a protest of the U.S. military in Okinawa
Thousands showed up for a protest of the U.S. military in Okinawa
Thousands showed up for a protest of the U.S. military in Okinawa. Three quarters of the American military bases in Japan are on the small island. In May, Kenneth Shinzato, an ex-Marine who worked on base, was arrested in connection with the rape and murder of a 20-year-old Okinawan woman. Adrianna Diaz has more.
"48 Hours"' Susan Spencer visits the scene of a 2005 rape and attempted murder in Fairfax, Va., and explains why that case and evidence recovered has helped investigators ID a suspect in two murders over 100 miles away.
"48 Hours" correspondent Susan Spencer visits the scene of a 2005 rape and attempted murder in Fairfax, Va., and explains why that case and evidence recovered has helped investigators ID a suspect in two murders over 100 miles away.
DOJ says "over a million more documents" found, potentially related to Epstein case
The Justice Department said the process of releasing the Epstein files may take "a few more weeks" due to the volume of materials.
We asked experts to rate the U.S. economy in 2025. Here's what they said.
The economy remained on track this year, defying the gloomiest predictions. That doesn't mean Americans are thrilled with how things are going.
Trump suggests pulling licenses if networks are "almost 100% Negative" about him
President Trump said TV broadcast licenses should be revoked if newscasts and late-night shows are almost entirely negative about him and the GOP.
California storm threatens homes and holiday travel
Forecasters said Southern California could see its wettest Christmas in years and warned about flash flooding and mudslides, especially in areas scorched by wildfires.
DOJ releases huge set of Epstein files with many mentions of Trump
The Justice Department early Tuesday released more than 11,000 additional documents and photos from the Jeffrey Epstein files.
Trump plows ahead with construction plans as preservation group seeks limits
President Trump has overhauled parts of the White House at a sprinter's pace with virtually no oversight, and it appears there is little standing in his way.
Thousands attend Christmas Eve events in Bethlehem, first since Gaza war
Thousands of people traveled from nearby towns and villages to attend Bethlehem's annual Christmas Eve tree lighting ceremony, which was canceled the last two years.
H-1B visa lottery system being replaced as DHS shifts priorities
The Department of Homeland Security says it's replacing its longstanding lottery system for H-1B work visas with an approach that prioritizes skilled, higher-paid foreign workers.
NORAD tracks Santa in Christmas tradition. See the live map.
NORAD, the North American Aerospace Defense Command, tracks Santa's Christmas Eve flight around the world each year. Follow a live map of the tracker here.
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NHTSA investigating Tesla Model 3 emergency door handles
Traffic safety regulators are reviewing a motorist's complaints that the manual door handles on some Model 3 cars are hard to find, a potential hazard in a crash.
Hawaii cruise passengers face new climate change tax after court ruling
The new tourist tax imposes an 11% tax on the gross fares paid by a cruise ship's passengers to address climate change threats to Hawaii.
DOJ says "over a million more documents" found, potentially related to Epstein case
The Justice Department said the process of releasing the Epstein files may take "a few more weeks" due to the volume of materials.
How to save money on your utility bill this winter as heating costs rise
Many Americans face soaring costs to heat their homes this winter. Here are some ways to lower your monthly utility bill.
California storm threatens homes and holiday travel
Forecasters said Southern California could see its wettest Christmas in years and warned about flash flooding and mudslides, especially in areas scorched by wildfires.
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NHTSA investigating Tesla Model 3 emergency door handles
Traffic safety regulators are reviewing a motorist's complaints that the manual door handles on some Model 3 cars are hard to find, a potential hazard in a crash.
Hawaii cruise passengers face new climate change tax after court ruling
The new tourist tax imposes an 11% tax on the gross fares paid by a cruise ship's passengers to address climate change threats to Hawaii.
How to save money on your utility bill this winter as heating costs rise
Many Americans face soaring costs to heat their homes this winter. Here are some ways to lower your monthly utility bill.
We asked experts to rate the U.S. economy in 2025. Here's what they said.
The economy remained on track this year, defying the gloomiest predictions. That doesn't mean Americans are thrilled with how things are going.
U.S. says China's chip policies are unfair but will delay tariffs to 2027
The U.S. Trade Representative said tariffs on Chinese semiconductors, now at zero, are set to increase in June 2027.
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Trump promises to guard against "bad Santa" in Christmas Eve calls with kids
=President Trump spent part of Christmas Eve bantering with kids, updating families on NORAD's Santa tracker and reminding one child that the big guy has a "serious appetite."
Trump-backed candidate declared winner of Honduras' presidential vote
President Trump-backed candidate Nasry Asfura has won Honduras' presidential election, the country's electoral authorities said, ending a weeks-long count.
DOJ says "over a million more documents" found, potentially related to Epstein case
The Justice Department said the process of releasing the Epstein files may take "a few more weeks" due to the volume of materials.
Judge blocks Trump from stripping security clearance from attorney for now
Trump signed an executive order in March saying it was "no longer in the national interest" for attorney Mark Zaid and others to access classified information.
Poll: Spending time with family is what Americans like most about the holidays
More say they will probably talk about family or health, rather than politics, as they gather for the holidays.
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FDA approves Wegovy pill for weight loss
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a pill version of the weight-loss drug Wegovy.
Aetna to cover IVF treatments for same-sex couples in national settlement
A federal judge has approved a preliminary agreement for a class action lawsuit requiring Aetna to cover fertility treatments for same-sex couples as they do with heterosexual couples.
Flu season is ramping up, and some experts are "pretty worried"
Doctors and scientists say this year's influenza season could be tougher than usual, with a new version of the flu virus, called H3N2, spreading quickly.
Finding hope through cancer clinical trials
#LillyPartner Cancer clinical trials can offer patients access to investigational treatments that can be explored as early as the time of diagnosis. Ovarian cancer survivor Alicia Dellario and Dr. Arjun Balar, senior vice president of global clinical development at Eli Lilly and Company, join "CBS Mornings" to talk about the potential benefits of cancer clinical trials -- and clarify common misconceptions. Visit cancerclinicaltrials.lilly.com for more information. (Sponsored by Eli Lilly and Company)
Details on new flu strain as cases rise
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates there have been 4.6 million flu cases across the U.S. since the season began. Dr. Amanda Kravitz, a pediatrician at Weill Cornell in New York, explains what to know about rising cases, symptoms to watch for and how to protect your family.
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Trump-backed candidate declared winner of Honduras' presidential vote
President Trump-backed candidate Nasry Asfura has won Honduras' presidential election, the country's electoral authorities said, ending a weeks-long count.
Photos of ways Christmas is celebrated all around the world
Billions worldwide mark the birth of Jesus of Nazareth with various traditions.
Investigators probe plane crash in Turkey that killed Libyan military officials
The private jet carrying Libya's Gen. Muhammad Ali Ahmad al-Haddad and four other military officials crashed on Tuesday.
Thousands attend Christmas Eve events in Bethlehem, the first since Gaza war
Thousands of people traveled from nearby towns and villages to attend Bethlehem's annual Christmas Eve tree lighting ceremony, which was canceled the last two years.
Ukraine peace plan might include demilitarized zones, Zelenskyy says
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says a plan to end his country's war with Russia might include the establishment of demilitarized zones between Ukrianian and Russian forces.
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NYT movie critic breaks down top 2025 movies
The New York Times movie critic Alissa Wilkinson ranked the top films of 2025. She joins CBS News 24/7 to review this year's list.
Small Oklahoma town pays homage to leg lamp
The leg lamp in "A Christmas Story" might be one of cinema's most iconic props, and one small town in Oklahoma has a special way to celebrate it. Omar Villafranca reports.
Kiefer Sutherland on new comedy "Tinsel Town"
Kiefer Sutherland stars in the new holiday comedy "Tinsel Town," about a washed-up Hollywood actor who lands in a small English town doing a theater production of "Cinderella." He talks about what drew him to the role.
Taylor Swift donates $1 million to Feeding America, group says
Feeding America's CEO said the organization is "incredibly grateful" for Taylor Swift's large donation.
A look at "The Artist" murder mystery series
Actor Mandy Patinkin and writer and director Aram Rappaport are behind the new murder mystery series, "The Artist," which is a work of historical fiction set in the Gilded Age. They speak to "CBS Mornings" about the series and how it got started. Patinkin also reflects on the life of Hollywood icon Rob Reiner.
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Instacart ending AI price tests for retailers
Instacart says its ending its controversial system of using AI price tests for retailers. Earlier this month, an investigation by Consumer Reports and progressive think tank Groundwork Collaborative found that Instacart's algorithmic pricing charged various prices for the same item from the same store. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Tech companies push for data centers
Massive tech companies wanting to build more data centers in the U.S. are lobbying for support among Americans, according to a recent report by POLITICO. Gabby Miller joins CBS News with more on her reporting.
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.
Top tech gadgets of 2025
Timothy Werth, a tech editor at Mashable, joins "CBS News 24/7" to discuss the best gadgets of 2025.
Instacart to end AI price tests for retailers following investigation
Instacart had drawn criticism for testing an AI-based system that enabled retailers to charge different prices for the same grocery items.
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Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
Dinosaur tracks showing "herds moving in synchrony" found in Italy
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
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Terry Rozier seeks to have charges thrown out in NBA gambling case
His lawyers argued that Rozier's alleged involvement in the wire fraud and money laundering conspiracies is limited.
California farming magnate arrested in Arizona in wife's shooting death
A prominent California farmer was arrested in the shooting death of his estranged wife in a remote mountain community in Arizona, authorities said.
D.C. National Guard shooting suspect facing 5 additional federal charges
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan national, is accused of fatally shooting Army Spc. Sarah Beckstrom and wounding Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe.
Officials: Melodee Buzzard's body recovered
California authorities announced Tuesday they have found the body of 9-year-old Melodee Buzzard and arrested her mother for murder. See the full news conference.
Delaware state trooper killed in DMV shooting
A Delaware state trooper was killed Tuesday during a shooting at a Wilmington DMV, the Delaware State Police said. The state's governor confirmed the shooter is also dead.
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NASA's search for next lunar rover
NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Artemis 2 astronauts rehearse countdown for upcoming moon launch
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
Woman is first wheelchair user launched into space
A German aerospace engineer made history Saturday, becoming the first wheelchair user to go into space when she took a 10-minute trip aboard a Blue Origin rocket.
Blue Origin safely launches wheelchair user to space and back
German engineer Michaela Benthaus is the first person with a significant physical handicap to reach space.
Jared Isaacman, billionaire who's flown with SpaceX, confirmed to lead NASA
President Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination for NASA administrator in April, before nominating him again in November.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Why flamingos are returning to Florida
In late 19th-century Florida, hunters pushed flamingos into functional extinction. But something changed over the last 25 years when hurricanes in the Caribbean chased them into the Everglades. Mark Strassmann reports.
Christmas celebrations slowly return to Bethlehem
Thousands traveled from nearby towns and villages to attend Bethlehem's annual tree lighting ceremony in Manger Square -- the first such celebration since 2023. As Imtiaz Tyab reports, there's hope for a brighter future and lasting peace.
Gas leak suspected in deadly nursing home blasts
At least two people were killed, and about 20 others were taken to hospitals, after a gas leak is believed to have sparked two explosions and a fire at a nursing home in Pennsylvania. Lilia Luciano has more on the victims and the investigation.
Burn areas at risk for mudslides in California
The hills of Altadena, California, scorched at the beginning of this year by a wildfire, are now sliding amid heavy rain. Andres Gutierrez spoke to one homeowner who plans to ride out the storm. Andrew Kozak has the forecast.
Heavy rain turns roads to rivers in Los Angeles
The Christmas Eve drive was anything but a holiday gift for many across Los Angeles as heavy rain turned roads into rivers in some areas. At LAX, the last-minute dash to make it home before Christmas had flyers lining up early hoping the storm didn't keep them grounded. Kris Van Cleave reports.