U.S., Russia prisoner swap is the latest in a long history of exchanges
Despite frosty relations, the U.S. and the former Soviet Union have swapped prisoners for decades.
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Despite frosty relations, the U.S. and the former Soviet Union have swapped prisoners for decades.
The U.S. women, who have won every gold medal in women's basketball since the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, expect to field a star-packed team.
"The Mercury fully support Brittney and we will continue to work together on a timeline for her return," the team said on Saturday.
The details of Saturday's incident were not immediately clear, although far-right activist Alex Stein posted a video on Twitter that showed him accosting Phoenix Mercury star Brittney Griner at an airport.
Griner's return to the Mercury rekindles hope the franchise can make another run to the WNBA Finals.
"You're going to be faced with adversities in life," Griner said. "This was a pretty big one. I just relied on my hard work to get through it."
Jennifer Coolidge became a fan favorite on "The White Lotus," a role that coincided with the resurgence of her career, and has gained a massive following.
Griner will describe "her stark and surreal time living in a foreign prison and the terrifying aspects of day-to-day life in a women's penal colony," her publisher said.
Griner will be re-signing with the Phoenix Mercury for a one-year contract, a source has confirmed to CBS News.
Griner is skipping the USA Basketball training camp in Minnesota so she can be with her wife and recover from her time in jail in Russia.
The WNBA star, who returned to the U.S. last week after a prisoner swap with Russia, shared photos of herself walking off the jet and embracing her wife, Cherelle.
Her plane landed in San Antonio, Texas. Griner was freed from Russia in exchange for notorious international arms dealer Viktor Bout.
Cherelle Griner told the "CBS Mornings" co-host she got a call from the White House about a week ago saying they were "feeling optimistic."
Paul Whelan, a 52-year-old retired U.S. Marine Corps veteran, has been imprisoned in Russia on espionage charges since his arrest at the end of 2018.
"No more days. She's coming home," the Mercury, Griner's WNBA team, said.
"Brittney will soon be back in the arms of her loved ones and she should have been there all along," the president said.
Her attorneys said they visited Griner earlier this week at the labor camp.
Griner was sentenced to nine years in prison after being convicted for possession of a small quantity of cannabis oil.
"We are told she's doing as well as can be expected under the circumstances," White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said.
Griner has been sentenced for drug possession after vape canisters containing cannabis oil were found in her luggage.
Brittney Griner remains in a Russian prison ahead of an appeal hearing on Oct. 25.
More of Gayle King's interview with Cherelle Griner will air on "CBS Mornings" on Thursday, October 6.
The White House has urged Russia to accept its offer of a deal for the release of Griner and former U.S. Marine Paul Whelan
WNBA star Brittney Griner was found guilty of drug possession and smuggling by a Russian court on Thursday.
Russian officials said Thursday that negotiations had been taking place for a possible prisoner swap between the United States and Russia, but that a deal had not yet been reached.
A boy who died in a shooting that left 24 bullet holes in a home on a tribal reservation in Colorado was lying next to his father in bed when he was hit, according to court documents.
The Colorado Avalanche announced that they have signed 28-year-old goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood to a 5 year contract extension.
The Denver Auditor's Office has helped more than 4,500 people with wage theft cases in the last year. In total, they have recovered roughly $2 million in back pay owed to workers.
The proposed rule is required under a law passed by Congress last year, and is intended to ensure the safety of makeup and baby powder.
The unidentified pair of brothers and their father were snowmobiling on Christmas Eve when the avalanche swept through.
A boy who died in a shooting that left 24 bullet holes in a home on a tribal reservation in Colorado was lying next to his father in bed when he was hit, according to court documents.
The Denver Auditor's Office has helped more than 4,500 people with wage theft cases in the last year. In total, they have recovered roughly $2 million in back pay owed to workers.
Agencies across the country and in Colorado are warning of a viral disease outbreak in raccoons. Distemper a deadly illness that can spread to pets.
A man who is suspected of trying to steal gas from a Colorado gas station is under arrest after authorities say he led police on a chase.
Near-treacherous travel conditions are expected at times across Interstate 70 in the Colorado high country over the next few days.
CBS Colorado Anchors Karen Leigh and Michael Spencer showcase some of the most impactful work of your reporters in 2024.
The Colorado Avalanche announced that they have signed 28-year-old goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood to a 5 year contract extension.
Continuous glucose monitors have been worn for many years by people with Type 1 diabetes. Now some are available over-the-counter for everyone. CBS Colorado anchor Brian Flores interviewed AdventHealth Medical Group Primary Care at Meridian Nurse Practitioner Laura Heffern about the change.
A man who is suspected of trying to steal gas from a Colorado gas station is under arrest after authorities say he led police on a chase.
Agencies across the country are warning of a viral disease outbreak in raccoons, a deadly illness that can spread to pets.
The Colorado Avalanche announced that they have signed 28-year-old goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood to a 5 year contract extension.
Cornerback Riley Moss is "good to go" for the Denver Broncos' crucial game at Cincinnati on Saturday.
Baltimore's victory over Houston averaged 24.3 million viewers, while Kansas City's win at Pittsburgh averaged 24.1 million, according to early viewer figures released by Nielsen.
Beyoncé surprised fans by bringing out Shaboozey to perform "Sweet Honey Buckiin," and Post Malone joined her for "Levii's Jeans."
Sophie Hediger, a member of Switzerland's snowboard cross team, competed at the 2022 Beijing Games.
The proposed rule is required under a law passed by Congress last year, and is intended to ensure the safety of makeup and baby powder.
The unidentified pair of brothers and their father were snowmobiling on Christmas Eve when the avalanche swept through.
Researchers say human-caused climate change dealt people an average of nearly six weeks of extra extreme heat in 2024, while also fueling more destructive storms.
Baltimore's victory over Houston averaged 24.3 million viewers, while Kansas City's win at Pittsburgh averaged 24.1 million, according to early viewer figures released by Nielsen.
A plane passenger taken into custody after boarding a Delta flight from Seattle to Hawaii without a boarding pass.
Marianne Williamson sought the Democratic presidential nomination in 2020 and 2024.
President Biden signed legislation Christmas Eve to make the bald eagle officially the U.S. national bird.
Among the new laws signed by President Biden are Paris Hilton's bill to protect institutionalized teenagers and a bill to address hazing on college campuses.
President Biden has signed the annual defense authorization bill into law.
A government panel has failed to reach consensus on the possible national security risks of a nearly $15 billion proposed deal for Nippon Steel to purchase U.S. Steel.
The proposed rule is required under a law passed by Congress last year, and is intended to ensure the safety of makeup and baby powder.
A voluntary recall was issued for a line of raw and frozen pet food after a cat died of bird flu.
After announcing that Children's Hospital Colorado would become a non-network provider, the hospital has reached a new agreement with the TRICARE military health insurance program.
It was a very special holiday season for an Aurora resident recovering after a unique surgery.
After the loss of their daughter, the Swope family is dedicated to honoring her memory by helping other patients like her.
The Denver Auditor's Office has helped more than 4,500 people with wage theft cases in the last year. In total, they have recovered roughly $2 million in back pay owed to workers.
The proposed rule is required under a law passed by Congress last year, and is intended to ensure the safety of makeup and baby powder.
Colorado is offering new tax credits that help small retailers offer healthy foods for sale.
Beloved boutique Angel Concept in downtown Littleton announced on Thursday it will close in a few months.
Baltimore's victory over Houston averaged 24.3 million viewers, while Kansas City's win at Pittsburgh averaged 24.1 million, according to early viewer figures released by Nielsen.
With a check in hand, a Coloradan is breathing a sigh of relief.
Some Coloradans are getting caught up in the insurance industry's ongoing efforts to find undisclosed drivers or "hidden drivers" who may be costing the industry lost premiums.
A 31-year-old financial analyst was surprised when his insurance company recently informed him that they were increasing his six month premium by $312 for another driver in his home, who he says does not exist.
The state's budget crisis means Colorado families who fought for access to a critical autism therapy now have more work to do.
Last year, 999 claims were made related to damage caused by the roadway in Colorado and nine were paid out.