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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.
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See photos from Global Fest on Aug. 17, 2024, in Aurora.
The fire, which burned almost 10,000 acres, is now 100% contained. Since it sparked on July 29, it destroyed 28 homes and 21 other structures. Officials say it was caused by humans but are seeking more information.
Amid extreme heat at the Pikes Peak Air Show in Colorado Springs Saturday afternoon, around 100 people were treated for heat-related illness, 10 of whom were hospitalized, officials said.
The woman was last seen Wednesday morning. She was part of a spiritual group that encouraged solo "quests." Participants were discouraged from bringing electronics and food, according to the San Miguel County Sheriff's Office.
The fire, which burned almost 10,000 acres, is now 100% contained. Since it sparked on July 29, it destroyed 28 homes and 21 other structures. Officials say it was caused by humans but are seeking more information.
Amid extreme heat at the Pikes Peak Air Show in Colorado Springs Saturday afternoon, around 100 people were treated for heat-related illness, 10 of whom were hospitalized, officials said.
The woman was last seen Wednesday morning. She was part of a spiritual group that encouraged solo "quests." Participants were discouraged from bringing electronics and food, according to the San Miguel County Sheriff's Office.
After 32 roosters were rescued, the owner of a local sanctuary wondered what happened to the birds. Twenty-seven were euthanized the same day the sheriff's office touted the rescue's success. Two more were euthanized the next day.
They sit like haystacks in a field; piles of debris, waiting to be consumed. but in this case, it is by fire. In Evergreen, as well as other Colorado communities, burn piles await ignition as efforts increase to mitigate fires on forest land.
Global Fest brings the sights, sounds and flavors of nations from around the world and celebrates the diverse people and communities that call Aurora home.
The woman was last seen Wednesday morning. She was part of a spiritual group that encouraged solo "quests." Participants were discouraged from bringing electronics and food, according to the San Miguel County Sheriff's Office.
After 11 puppies from a litter were euthanized after one tested positive for rabies, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment is ordering a modified quarantine for over 50 more puppies.
It is going to be a hot weekend for Colorado. Meteorologist Dayle Cedars breaks down the temperatures and when the metro area could see rain.
After 32 roosters were rescued, the owner of a local sanctuary wondered what happened to the birds. Twenty-seven were euthanized the same day the sheriff's office touted the rescue's success. Two more were euthanized the next day.
Two female former student athletes who now work for DU Athletics describe their experiences at the University of Denver as full circle moments.
The basketball season is right around the corner again and Nuggets fans can mark their calendars for nationally televised games this year after the team's official full schedule was released on Thursday with tickets set to go on sale on Saturday.
Breanna Berry is a trailblazer who has made a name for herself by transforming professional players' shoes and cleats into masterpieces.
A historic Babe Ruth jersey, worn during his legendary "Called Shot" in the 1932 World Series, is expected to become one of the most expensive pieces of sports memorabilia ever as it heads to auction.
Los Angeles Sparks forward Dearica Hamby filed a federal lawsuit against the WNBA and the Las Vegas Aces alleging discrimination and retaliation over a pregnancy.
"I'm going to give him a taste of his own conduct," said the former mayor of San Francisco.
The Medal of Honor is the nation's highest military award for bravery in combat, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom is the highest civilian honor.
"Our history is not just about the past, it's about our present and our future," President Biden said in a statement.
Florida cucumber grower used untreated canal water found to be tainted with salmonella bacteria, laboratory tests found.
Trader Joe's reports 14 incidents of high flames, a handful resulting in minor burns and limited property damage.
"I'm going to give him a taste of his own conduct," said the former mayor of San Francisco.
There have been rumors going around on the internet and in person that this weekend will see a gathering of Venezuelan immigrants in Aurora, but police say that those are so far just rumors.
The Medal of Honor is the nation's highest military award for bravery in combat, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom is the highest civilian honor.
In North Carolina, Harris took note of falling inflation but added, "Still, we know that many Americans don't yet feel that progress in their daily lives."
"Our history is not just about the past, it's about our present and our future," President Biden said in a statement.
Amid extreme heat at the Pikes Peak Air Show in Colorado Springs Saturday afternoon, around 100 people were treated for heat-related illness, 10 of whom were hospitalized, officials said.
The Denver Department of Public Health & Environment has confirmed the first human case of West Nile virus in Denver so far this year.
ABC News Australia's Nate Byrne is being praised both for how he handled the on-air panic attack as well as the visibility he's bringing to mental health.
Florida cucumber grower used untreated canal water found to be tainted with salmonella bacteria, laboratory tests found.
Trader Joe's reports 14 incidents of high flames, a handful resulting in minor burns and limited property damage.
Two female former student athletes who now work for DU Athletics describe their experiences at the University of Denver as full circle moments.
Florida cucumber grower used untreated canal water found to be tainted with salmonella bacteria, laboratory tests found.
Trader Joe's reports 14 incidents of high flames, a handful resulting in minor burns and limited property damage.
Lawsuit claims hackers accessed "billions" of records, including Social Security numbers, by breaching background check company.
Businesses now face hefty penalties for buying, selling or promoting phony user ratings of products and services.
Campaign season is in full swing, and as American voters elect a new president in November, there are inevitable changes coming to our taxes.
A new national study from Prudential Financial shows Gen Xers are struggling to be prepared for retirement.
As temperatures heat up and Coloradans escape extreme weather outside, the heat will also put a strain on air conditioners keeping you cool inside.
The new nonprofit, On The House Denver, works with caseworkers and other nonprofit organizations to provide its clients with furniture and essential home items at no cost.
Last week was scorching hot in Colorado, so many people were staying indoors and cranking up the air conditioning.