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Impact of #MeToo on Bill Cosby retrial
Comedian Bill Cosby, who stands accused of aggravated indecent assault on former Temple University employee Andrea Constand, goes on trial for a second time on Monday. Cosby's first trial ended last June when a jury couldn't decide whether the 80-year-old drugged and assaulted Constand, leading to a mistrial. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss in what ways this trial will differ from the last and how the climate around sexual harassment and assault could affect the outcome.
Phylicia Rashad apologizes for supporting Bill Cosby's release
"I intend to earn your trust and your forgiveness," the former actress wrote in an email addressed to Howard University students and parents.
Controversy over Bill Cosby's prison release
Comedian Bill Cosby told CBS News he feels vindicated after his conviction on sexual assault charges was overturned. But his accusers believe the court's decision shows the justice system has failed them once again. CBS News national correspondent Jericka Duncan spoke with Cosby after his prison release, and CBSN's Tanya Rivero spoke with one of his accusers, actress/artist Lili Bernard.
Ex-district attorney stands by decision not to prosecute Bill Cosby
"I made the correct decisions at the time and they still hold up today," former prosecutor Bruce Castor said Thursday.
Former D.A. defends his handling of Bill Cosby case
Former Montgomery County District Attorney Bruce Castor, who declined to prosecute Bill Cosby in 2005, joined CBSN to discuss the Pennsylvania Supreme Court's decision to overturn Cosby's sexual assault conviction.
Phylicia Rashad under fire for praising Bill Cosby's prison release
"Survivors of sexual assault will always be our priority," Howard University said in response to Rashad's tweet, adding her views do not reflect the school's.
Bill Cosby accuser says he'll "never be innocent"
Baker-Kinney told "CBS This Morning" that she does not regret coming forward, even now.
Legal analyst on court's Cosby ruling
Bill Cosby is a free man after the Pennsylvania Supreme Court overturned his sexual assault conviction. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss what's next after the Pennsylvania Supreme Court's ruling.
Gloria Allred, Cosby accuser speak out
Janice Baker-Kinney, one of Bill Cosby's accusers and a witness at his 2018 trial, reacts to the news that charges against Cosby have been dropped. She joins “CBS This Morning” along with her lawyer, Gloria Allred, who represents 33 of Bill Cosby's accusers.
Bill Cosby freed from prison after court overturns conviction
Bill Cosby is back home after spending nearly three years in prison. Pennsylvania's highest court overturned the disgraced comedian's 2018 sexual assault conviction on Wednesday, ruling he was denied a fair trial. CBS News' Jericka Duncan had the chance to speak with Cosby inside his home and has more on their conversation. Then, Kim Wehle, a professor of law at the University of Baltimore School of Law, joins CBSN's Lana Zak with a legal analysis of the court's decision.
Bill Cosby freed after court overturns conviction
Bill Cosby was released from prison after the Pennsylvania Supreme Court threw out his sexual assault conviction. Jericka Duncan has the latest.
Court overturns Bill Cosby's conviction
Pennsylvania's Supreme Court has overturned Bill Cosby's conviction for sexual assault and ordered him released from prison, saying an earlier agreement with prosecutors should have prevented charges in the case. CBS News legal contributor Keir Dougall joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero to explain the latest developments.
Bill Cosby released from prison after court overturns conviction
Cosby, 83, was convicted of sexually assaulting Andrea Constand, a former Temple University employee, at his home in 2004.
Bill Cosby's conviction overturned
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has overturned Bill Cosby's conviction on sexual assault charges and ordered him released from prison, where he was serving a 10-year sentence. CBSN's Tanya Rivero has the breaking news.
Bill Cosby denied parole
The 83-year-old has long said he would resist treatment programs and refuse to acknowledge wrongdoing.
Bill Cosby back in court
Embattled comedian Bill Cosby is back in court for hearings ahead of his retrial on charges of drugging and sexual assaulting Andrea Constand at his home in 2004. The prosecution wants to call up to 19 women to testify against him. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins CBSN with more.
Bill Cosby performs
Bill Cosby entertained a crowd Monday night for the first time since a sex abuse scandal embroiled him in 2015.
Bill Cosby trial juror speaks
A juror from Bill Cosby's sexual assault trial told CBS News there were concerns that politics may have played a role in taking the actor to court. The juror, a former Marine and longtime Pennsylvania resident, said the mood inside the deliberation room was "very, very tense. Lots of tears, lots of emotions." Jericka Duncan reports.
Revealing Cosby trial jury?
A judge will decide whether to release the names of jurors in Bill Cosby's sexual assault trial. In a motion filed on Monday, the prosecution argues revealing their identities could make selecting "a fair and impartial jury" more difficult in Cosby's retrial. The defense agrees. Under Pennsylvania law, the public has the right to know their names. Jericka Duncan reports.
Bill Cosby trial
At the beginning of Bill Cosby's sexual assault trial, the prosecutors said they would use the comedians own words against him -- and on Thursday they did. CBS News' Jericka Duncan has more from the courthouse.
What's next after Cosby mistrial?
The Pennsylvania prosecutor in the Bill Cosby sexual assault trial vows to retry the case. Judge Steven O'Neill declared a mistrial Saturday after the jury said it was "hopelessly deadlocked" after deliberating for six days. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss next steps in the case.
Allred on mistrial
Reacting to the Cosby mistrial, attorney Gloria Allred warned "you can never underestimate the blinding power of celebrity." Allred, who represents numerous women who have accused the comedian of sexual assault, says she hopes more witnesses and accusers will be allowed to testify in a retrial. Prosecutor say they plan to retry the case.
Bill Cosby mistrial
After six days of deliberation, a judge has declared a mistrial in Bill Cosby's sexual assault case. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman and CBS News correspondent Jericka Duncan join CBSN with the breaking details.
Deadlocked Bill Cosby trial
Jurors in the Bill Cosby sex assault trial will resume deliberations Saturday after failing to reach a verdict for a fifth straight day. Cosby's lawyers have repeatedly demanded a mistrial. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss what's next in the trial.
Sexual assaults on airplanes are on the rise, CBS News investigation finds
The investigation found that the FBI looked into more than 170 cases of passengers assaulting other passengers on flights in 2024.
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Guthrie suspect's mask, clothing believed to be from Walmart, sheriff says
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos told CBS News the suspect's backpack is one of the most promising leads in the case, as the search continues for Nancy Guthrie.
7 highlights from CBS News town hall with Maryland Gov. Wes Moore
In a CBS News "Things That Matter" town hall, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore blasted President Trump — but also urged Democrats to change their perception as "the party of no and slow."
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Parents say Camp Mystic counselor "died a hero" trying to save girls from flood
In their first television interview, the parents of 19-year-old Katherine Ferruzzo are demanding changes from Camp Mystic, where their daughter died in last summer's devastating floods.
U.S., Hungary sign civil nuclear deal as Trump deepens ties with Orbán
Many of Hungary's neighbors say Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is eroding democracy, but President Trump is forging closer relations with the Putin ally.
Savannah Guthrie posts new video: "It is never too late to do the right thing"
Nancy Guthrie has been missing since Feb. 1 and her daughter, "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie, has posted several videos pleading for her return.
Israel's neighbors condemn "de facto beginning" of West Bank annexation
Israel has approved numerous measures on the occupied West Bank seen widely as part of an effort by Netanyahu's government to annex the Palestinian territory.
Homan says "I don't like the masks" on ICE, but they "have to protect themselves"
Democrats have demanded reforms to immigration enforcement, including barring officers from wearing masks.
Lindsey Vonn discharged, preparing to leave Italy after Olympics crash
The chief of the U.S. Ski Team says Lindsey Vonn is preparing to return to the United States a week after crashing in the Olympic downhill.
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Parents say Camp Mystic counselor "died a hero" trying to save girls from flood
In their first television interview, the parents of 19-year-old Katherine Ferruzzo are demanding changes from Camp Mystic, where their daughter died in last summer's devastating floods.
What's open and closed on Presidents Day 2026?
Most retail and food establishments will remain open, but services like mail delivery will be suspended for the federal holiday.
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Guthrie suspect's mask, clothing believed to be from Walmart, sheriff says
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos told CBS News the suspect's backpack is one of the most promising leads in the case, as the search continues for Nancy Guthrie.
Sexual assaults on airplanes are on the rise, CBS News investigation finds
A CBS News investigation found the FBI investigated more than 170 cases of passengers assaulting other passengers on flights in 2024.
Savannah Guthrie posts new video: "It is never too late to do the right thing"
Nancy Guthrie has been missing since Feb. 1 and her daughter, "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie, has posted several videos pleading for her return.
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What's open and closed on Presidents Day 2026?
Most retail and food establishments will remain open, but services like mail delivery will be suspended for the federal holiday.
Prediction markets heat up on Valentine's Day as people place bets on love
Prediction markets are taking bets this Valentine's Day that celebrity relationships can thrive — or break apart.
January CPI report is the best inflation news in months. Here's why.
The inflation reading, the lowest since May 2025, shows grocery, gas and rent prices are cooling.
Amazon ends Flock partnership after backlash over Super Bowl ad
Amazon's Ring unit touted a "search party" service in its Super Bowl ad, but one critic called the app a "surveillance nightmare."
Can TrumpRx help you save money on drugs? Here's what experts say.
The Trump administration's new discounted drug platform, TrumpRx, isn't a game-changer for consumers, health care experts said.
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U.S., Hungary sign civil nuclear deal as Trump deepens ties with Orbán
Many of Hungary's neighbors say Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is eroding democracy, but President Trump is forging closer relations with the Putin ally.
Obama: Odds are aliens are real but I saw no signs of contact while president
After setting social media abuzz by saying aliens were real, former President Barack Obama said he didn't see evidence that aliens "have made contact with us."
7 highlights from CBS News town hall with Maryland Gov. Wes Moore
In a CBS News "Things That Matter" town hall, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore blasted President Trump — but also urged Democrats to change their perception as "the party of no and slow."
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 15, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Tom Homan and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries join Ed O'Keefe.
Tillis says Trump advisers are "not taking care of this president's legacy"
Sen. Thom Tillis, who is not running for reelection in 2026, said he believed that Republicans could hold onto its majority in the Senate after the 2026 midterm elections.
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Measles cases at university in Florida soar to nearly 60
Twenty one states in the U.S. have confirmed cases of measles.
Can TrumpRx help you save money on drugs? Here's what experts say.
The Trump administration's new discounted drug platform, TrumpRx, isn't a game-changer for consumers, health care experts said.
Moderna says FDA refuses its application for new mRNA flu vaccine
The Food and Drug Administration is refusing to consider Moderna's application for a new flu vaccine made with mRNA technology, the company said.
What to know about a new study on coffee, tea and dementia risk
CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder said the results of the study on coffee drinkers having lower risk of dementia should be taken "with a massive grain of salt."
Thousands of mothers were flagged to police over flawed drug tests at childbirth
The Marshall Project found more than 70,000 cases referred to law enforcement over allegations of substance use during pregnancy — and that's a significant undercount.
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U.S., Hungary sign civil nuclear deal as Trump deepens ties with Orbán
Many of Hungary's neighbors say Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is eroding democracy, but President Trump is forging closer relations with the Putin ally.
Police say kidnapped grandfather likely mistaken for crime network figure
Australian police say a Sydney grandfather was taken from his home by assailants who likely thought he was involved in a "criminal world."
Israel's neighbors condemn "de facto beginning" of West Bank annexation
Israel has approved numerous measures on the occupied West Bank seen widely as part of an effort by Netanyahu's government to annex the Palestinian territory.
Navalny's mom calls for justice as Russia rejects dart frog poison claim
Late Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny's mom says a European assessment that he was poisoned in prison "confirms what we knew from the very beginning."
U.S. military boards another oil tanker after tracking it from Caribbean
U.S. military forces boarded another sanctioned tanker in the Indian Ocean after tracking the vessel from the Caribbean Sea in an effort to target illicit oil connected to Venezuela, the Pentagon says.
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Stephen A. Smith: Always up for a debate
The high-profile ESPN and SiriusXM commentator and bestselling author is a combative and colorful voice on sports. But now, with a weekly political show in which he interviews government leaders, he is raising eyebrows in Washington, too.
Stephen A. Smith: Always up for a debate
High-profile ESPN and SiriusXM commentator and bestselling author Stephen A. Smith is a combative and colorful voice on sports. But now, with a weekly political show, in which he interviews government leaders, he is gaining notice in Washington, too. Smith talks with "Sunday Morning" national correspondent Robert Costa about his journey and whether he might soon be on a debate stage.
Paul Anka: Still doing it his way
The singer-songwriter who's remained on Billboard's Hot 100 Chart for seven straight decades has just released his latest album, "Inspirations of Life and Love." A youthful 84, he talks about his artistic longevity.
Passage: In memoriam
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including actor James Van Der Beek, star of the series "Dawson's Creek."
"Frankenstein," "Wuthering Heights" star Jacob Elordi
At 28, Australian actor Jacob Elordi has earned his first Academy Award nomination for his haunting portrayal of the Creature in Guillermo del Toro's "Frankenstein." He talks about his love of acting, and why he has no relationship with social media.
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Viral essay urges people to prepare for AI
If you've been on social media this week, you've likely seen an ominous warning about artificial intelligence in your feed: "Something big is happening." An essay from the CEO of an AI company, Matt Shumer, likens the current moment to February 2020, right before the start of COVID. Nate Soares, co-author of "If Anyone Builds It, Everyone Dies," joins to discuss.
Amazon ends Flock partnership after backlash over Super Bowl ad
Amazon's Ring unit touted a "search party" service in its Super Bowl ad, but one critic called the app a "surveillance nightmare."
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.
FTC warns Apple's Tim Cook over alleged political bias in Apple News app
The Federal Trade Commission sent a letter to Tim Cook one day after President Trump circulated a report raising questions about Apple News' practices.
Russia blocks WhatsApp as it pushes state-backed alternative on citizens
The messaging platform WhatsApp says Russia has "attempted to fully block" its service inside the country, "to drive people to a state-owned surveillance app."
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How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
These United States: George Washington and climate change
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in an unanticipated crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River. Environmental correspondent David Schechter looks at how Washington's watershed military maneuver dramatized both a changing America, and a changing climate.
Impact of climate change on Winter Olympics
The Winter Olympics in Milan need artificial snow due to climate change and warmer weather. Athletes say man-made snow makes terrain more difficult and unpredictable. Rob Marciano reports on its impact.
Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
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FBI analyzing new leads in Guthrie case
Investigators are reviewing surveillance footage and purchase records at retail stores, including Walmart, where they believe the suspect in the Nancy Guthrie case purchased clothing and a face mask, Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos told CBS News. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti has the latest.
Police say kidnapped grandfather likely mistaken for crime network figure
Australian police say a Sydney grandfather was taken from his home by assailants who likely thought he was involved in a "criminal world."
Tracking critical leads in Nancy Guthrie case
Investigators are following up on key leads in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie as the search for the missing 84-year-old moves into its third week. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti has the latest.
Trial of Colin Gray set to begin in Georgia
A first-of-its-kind trial is set to begin on Monday, as Colin Gray, the father of a Georgia high school shooting suspect faces nearly 30 charges in connection to the case, including two counts each of second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter. Gray has pleaded not guilty to all charges. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports.
Focus on mask, clothing in Nancy Guthrie case
Investigators searching for Nancy Guthrie believe the clothing and face mask worn by the suspect were purchased at Walmart, sheriff Chris Nanos told CBS News. Former NYPD detective Kirk Burkhalter joins CBS News 24/7 to discuss the evidence gathered in the case so far.
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Fresh crew arrives at International Space Station to boost numbers back to 7
The Crew 12 docking came one month after a previous crew had to return to Earth early due to a medical issue.
SpaceX launches crew to ISS
NASA and SpaceX launched a new mission to the International Space Station with four crew members on board to replace the team that returned last month due to a medical issue with one member. Mark Strassmann has more.
SpaceX launches space station crew on 8-month mission
The two-woman, two-man crew is replacing four other station fliers who came home early last month due to a medical issue one was having.
NASA, SpaceX mission prepares for launch
NASA and SpaceX say they have completed their final reviews and are ready to launch a crewed mission to the International Space Station on Friday. Retired NASA astronaut Leroy Chiao joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
ULA rocket has booster problem while launching classified Space Force payloads
A United Launch Alliance Vulcan rocket carrying classified Space Force payloads suffered a booster problem but apparently made an otherwise "nominal" ascent to space, the company said.
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FBI analyzing new leads in Guthrie case
Investigators are reviewing surveillance footage and purchase records at retail stores, including Walmart, where they believe the suspect in the Nancy Guthrie case purchased clothing and a face mask, Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos told CBS News. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti has the latest.
Honoring teen who died in Camp Mystic flood
In their first television interview, the parents of 19-year-old Katherine Ferruzzo say she died a hero trying to save children from the devastating flooding at Camp Mystic last summer. John and Andrea Ferruzzo have started a foundation to honor her. CBS News' Karen Hua has the story.
Rep. Emmer on nationalizing elections
When asked about President Trump's call to nationalize elections, Republican House Majority Whip Tom Emmer of Minnesota says "we have a state-based elections system. It is going to remain that way." On "CBS Mornings" he also blames the partial government shutdown on Democrats. They are demanding major changes for ICE agents in exchange for the votes to approve the spending bill.
Team USA athletes seek to break medal drought
Team USA is looking to get this week off to a golden start after failing to pick up any medals on Sunday. CBS News' Seth Doane reports from Italy.
Tracking critical leads in Nancy Guthrie case
Investigators are following up on key leads in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie as the search for the missing 84-year-old moves into its third week. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti has the latest.