Charles Barkley never forgets where he came from
"I got to live my dream." Charles Barkley tells 60 Minutes how he went from Leeds, Alabama, to the top of the world.
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Charles Barkley opens up about end of friendship with Michael Jordan
Basketball Hall of Famer Charles Barkley has always been a straight shooter. His legendary candor has led to a successful broadcasting career, but it was also the catalyst that ended his friendship with Michael Jordan.
Basketball Hall of Famer Charles Barkley on NBA analysis success
Sixty nights a year, basketball legend Charles Barkley is the go-to guy on TNT's Inside the NBA. He shares with Jon Wertheim how he transitioned from playing on the court to analyzing the game.
The game that changed Charles Barkley's life
Charles Barkley tells 60 Minutes about the high school game that put him on the path to a Hall of Fame career.
Charles Barkley on race issues
Charles Barkley says it's unfair that Black and White athletes are not asked the same questions when it comes to issues about race.
Ohio State shocks UConn women's basketball team in Sweet 16
The loss ends UConn's streak of 14 straight Final Fours since 2008.
College basketball star Zach Edey on success
No. 1 seed Purdue University’s Zach Edey had hopes of being among the teams contending in the national semi-final at the NCAA tournament, but the team lost in the first round in a massive upset. He joins “CBS Saturday Morning” to talk about how he found his passion for basketball and what's next. Dana Jacobson reports.
Referee who survived heart attack reunites with player who saved him
John Sculli, a basketball referee, was officiating a semi-pro game when he collapsed.
Ref reunites with player who saved his life
John Sculli suffered an on-court "widow maker" heart attack while officiating a semi-pro basketball game last June. Player Myles Copeland rushed to Sculli's side, performed CPR, and saved his life. The two recently reunited in the gym where it all happened. Steve Hartman has their story in "On the Road."
Tom Brady joins Las Vegas Aces ownership group
Recently retired NFL legend Tom Brady has acquired an ownership stake in the WNBA's Las Vegas Aces. The Aces won the 2022 WNBA title.
Charles Barkley | Sunday on 60 Minutes
Sunday, as the NCAA Tournament continues, Jon Wertheim profiles NBA Hall of Famer and, perhaps more recognizably, colorful TV basketball commentator Charles Barkley.
Gonzaga, Kansas State advance to Elite 8
Last night's NCAA tournament games were instant classics. Peter Keating and Jordan Brenner, both contributors to The Athletic and co-hosts of The Underdogs podcast, join CBS News to break down the action and preview tonight's games.
NCAA women's Sweet 16 preview
The Sweet 16 in the women's NCAA basketball tournament begins today. Two top seeds remain as the road to a national championship continues. CBS Sports writer Isabel Gonzalez joined Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green to discuss South Carolina's dominance, Caitlin Clark's stellar season and UConn's potential Final Four run.
March Madness continues with Sweet 16
The men's NCAA basketball tournament continues with Sweet 16 match-ups tipping off Thursday. Gonzaga will face off against UCLA in a rematch of their 2021 tournament thriller. The Washington Post sports reporter Matt Bonesteel joined CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green to discuss that plus Princeton's magical run so far and why South Carolina women's basketball is the team to beat.
Knicks legend Willis Reed dies at age 80
Hall of Fame basketball player Willis Reed has died at the age of 80, the National Basketball Retired Players Association confirmed Tuesday. He played 10 seasons for the New York Knicks, and he was best known for inspiring his teammates and fans by playing through a severe thigh injury in Game 7 of the 1970 Finals. Lilia Luciano and Lana Zak have more.
Bettors go all in on March Madness
There are no longer any perfect brackets remaining in this year's NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament. However, many Americans are still betting on the action. Jay Ginsbach, a sports analyst and contributor at Forbes, joins CBS News to discuss the impact gambling has on the tournament.
Princeton coach on reaching NCAA's Sweet 16
One of the biggest Cinderella stories in this year's NCAA men's basketball tournament comes from Princeton University. The 15th-seeded Tigers beat No. 2 Arizona and No. 7 Missouri on their quest to the team's first Sweet 16 birth in school history. Princeton Tigers head coach Mitch Henderson joins CBS News to discuss his team's historic run.
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Trump claims he'll be arrested in N.Y. "hush money" probe; Sweet 16 locked in as NCAA tournament continues.
Brother and sister both playing UCLA basketball
Both Jaime Jaquez Jr. and Gabriela Jaquez are representing the UCLA Bruins and their family in this year's NCAA tournament.
Unpacking upsets in March Madness so far
Day two of the NCAA March Madness men's basketball tournament is officially underway. It follows Thursday's exciting start to the tournament, which hosted two significant upsets. David Cobb, college sports writer for CBSSports.com, joins CBS News with more.
How first-time Duke coach Jon Scheyer is filling the shoes of Coach K
Legendary coach Mike Krzyzewski retired last year after 42 seasons with the team.
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First Republic Bank saved from collapse; Men's NCAA basketball tournament tips off.
Furman University emerges as a must-watch underdog
South Carolina's Furman University is projected to become the Cinderella story of the NCAA Tournament.
NCAA basketball tournament underway
March Madness has officially begun. CBS Sports senior writer Matt Norlander joins CBS News to preview the NCAA tournament and predict who will be the last team standing.
Experts trying to build perfect March Madness bracket offer tips for choosing your own
One MIT academic said the "secret sauce" is in the upsets.
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Fires in L.A. area leave at least 10 dead, apocalyptic scenes
The Palisades, Eaton, Hurst and Lidia fires are burning in Southern California, forcing tens of thousands of people to evacuate. Here are the latest updates.
Trump to be sentenced for New York "hush money" crimes, a historic first
Trump was found guilty in May of 34 felonies in authorizing a scheme in 2017 to falsify records in order to cover up reimbursements for a "hush money" payment.
Appeals court won't block partial release of special counsel's Trump report
Special counsel Jack Smith submitted his final report on his investigations into President-elect Donald Trump to Attorney General Merrick Garland on Tuesday.
The TikTok ban heads to the Supreme Court today. Here's what to know.
The Supreme Court is set to hear arguments Friday morning on whether to overturn or delay a law that could lead to a ban on TikTok in the U.S.
A month before fires, L.A. fire chief warned about impact of budget cuts
The Los Angeles Fire Department's budget was cut by $17.6 million, about 2%, this fiscal year. The fire chief warned last month it would make it harder to respond to emergencies.
Biden says feds will cover 100% of fire response costs in California
"I told the governor and local officials, spare no expense," President Biden said, calling the damage "catastrophic."
Founder of adult website linked to mass rape trial faces charges
The website enabled Dominique Pelicot to recruit dozens of strangers to rape his heavily sedated wife for years, authorities say.
Jimmy Carter laid to rest in Plains, Georgia, after funeral service in D.C.
President Biden honored former President Jimmy Carter in a eulogy at his funeral.
JD Vance resigns from Senate ahead of becoming vice president
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine will appoint Vice President-elect JD Vance's replacement.
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TV bailiff accused of murder sobs, "I live with it every day"
Renard Spivey was found not guilty of his wife's murder, but he says he still can't sleep at night.
Trump to be sentenced for New York "hush money" crimes, a historic first
Trump was found guilty in May of 34 felonies in authorizing a scheme in 2017 to falsify records in order to cover up reimbursements for a "hush money" payment.
Many Americans are leaving U.S. states with abortion bans, study finds
Abortion bans enacted since Roe v. Wade was overturned may be driving Americans to leave restrictive states, researchers find.
Questions over attack linger as New Orleans brings in security expert
New Orleans is facing lawsuits and investigations surrounding its safety barriers as the Super Bowl and dozens of Mardi Gras parades loom.
"This Is Us" star Milo Ventimiglia loses home to Los Angeles fires
Ventimiglia, a 47-year-old father to be, is among the celebrities affected by the destructive blazes that broke out Tuesday morning.
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Many Americans are leaving U.S. states with abortion bans, study finds
Abortion bans enacted since Roe v. Wade was overturned may be driving Americans to leave restrictive states, researchers find.
Prison inmates among those fighting the Los Angeles wildfires
Hundreds of incarcerated firefighters are working to extinguish the massive blaze scorching Los Angeles.
What Californians should know about filing insurance claims after fire
For those who have it, a standard homeowners' insurance policy does cover destruction caused by fire, including wildfires.
Businesses offer aid to people affected by Los Angeles wildfires
Some businesses are offering free emergency shelter and other services to residents who have been displaced by the Los Angeles fires.
The TikTok ban heads to the Supreme Court today. Here's what to know.
The Supreme Court is set to hear arguments Friday morning on whether to overturn or delay a law that could lead to a ban on TikTok in the U.S.
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Trump to be sentenced for New York "hush money" crimes, a historic first
Trump was found guilty in May of 34 felonies in authorizing a scheme in 2017 to falsify records in order to cover up reimbursements for a "hush money" payment.
Appeals court won't block partial release of special counsel's Trump report
Special counsel Jack Smith submitted his final report on his investigations into President-elect Donald Trump to Attorney General Merrick Garland on Tuesday.
Supreme Court won't stop Trump sentencing in "hush money" criminal case
President-elect Trump's sentencing for his criminal conviction in New York is scheduled for Friday morning.
Appeals court pauses plea proceedings in alleged 9/11 architect KSM's case
The U.S. had filed an appeal to stop plea proceedings for alleged 9/11 architect Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two others from moving forward Friday in the war court in Guantanamo Bay.
JD Vance resigns from Senate ahead of becoming vice president
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine will appoint Vice President-elect JD Vance's replacement.
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Many Americans are leaving U.S. states with abortion bans, study finds
Abortion bans enacted since Roe v. Wade was overturned may be driving Americans to leave restrictive states, researchers find.
Slipped up during Dry January? Expert tips for getting back on track
In Dry January, people choose to give up alcohol for the month, but what happens if they have a drink? Here's what an expert says.
Over 17,000 doctors urge Senate to reject RFK Jr. as health secretary
Thousands of doctors are calling on the Senate to reject Trump's nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., saying he is "actively dangerous."
Most of the world's 35,000 online pharmacies are run illegally, U.S. warns
Ninety-six percent of online pharmacies were found to violate the law, meaning they were operating without a license and selling medications without prescriptions.
How Olivia Munn's cancer journey sparked life-saving test for Alison Hall
"Inside Edition" correspondent Alison Hall opens up about her breast cancer battle and how Olivia Munn's own experience with early detection inspired her to take a life-saving risk assessment test.
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Founder of adult website linked to mass rape trial faces charges
The website enabled Dominique Pelicot to recruit dozens of strangers to rape his heavily sedated wife for years, authorities say.
Woman reportedly wounds 8 in hammer attack at university in Tokyo
Japanese media say a sociology student attacked her classmates with a hammer during class after voicing frustration at being ignored.
Most of the world's 35,000 online pharmacies are run illegally, U.S. warns
Ninety-six percent of online pharmacies were found to violate the law, meaning they were operating without a license and selling medications without prescriptions.
Poland says Netanyahu could attend Auschwitz memorial despite ICC warrant
Poland has ensured that Israel's leader could attend events marking 80 years since the liberation of Auschwitz despite an ICC arrest warrant, thought he's not expected.
Climber's remains identified 6 decades after he fell from glacier
The German man has been identified after his bones, including part of a leg, were discovered in western Austria.
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"This Is Us" star Milo Ventimiglia loses home to Los Angeles fires
Ventimiglia, a 47-year-old father to be, is among the celebrities affected by the destructive blazes that broke out Tuesday morning.
Alec Baldwin files lawsuit over manslaughter charge in fatal "Rust" shooting
The lawsuit was filed in Santa Fe, where a judge in July dismissed a charge of involuntary manslaughter against Alec Baldwin in the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.
Actor Milo Ventimiglia loses home in L.A. fires
Actor Milo Ventimiglia has revealed his family's Malibu home burnt down in the Los Angeles fires -- an eerie reflection of the tragedy that befell his character on the NBC drama series "This Is Us." Tony Dokoupil has more.
TikTok could shut down unless Supreme Court blocks or delays U.S. ban
Court to hear arguments Friday on law forcing TikTok sale by Chinese parent company that takes effect in Jan. 19.
Harlan Coben on success of "Missing You"
Harlan Coben joins CBS Mornings to talk about "Missing You," the global TV hit he executive produces. Based on his novel, the show follows Det. Kat Donovan as she investigates the case of a missing person.
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The TikTok ban heads to the Supreme Court today. Here's what to know.
The Supreme Court is set to hear arguments Friday morning on whether to overturn or delay a law that could lead to a ban on TikTok in the U.S.
TikTok could shut down unless Supreme Court blocks or delays U.S. ban
Court to hear arguments Friday on law forcing TikTok sale by Chinese parent company that takes effect in Jan. 19.
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.
Fact-checkers to Mark Zuckerberg: We never censored anything
Fact-checking firms that teamed with Meta are refuting CEO Mark Zuckerberg's suggestion linking their work to censorship.
Implications of Meta's decision
Nick Thompson, CEO of "The Atlantic" and former editor-in-chief of "Wired," discusses the consequences of Meta's decision to end its fact-checking program and the rise of self-policing in a "post-information" age.
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Jimmy Carter's fight against climate change
The wildfires in California are the latest in a string of natural disasters made worse by climate change. Former President Jimmy Carter was one of the first U.S. officials to draw attention to man-made issues impacting the environment. Gus Speth, a member and chair of the Council on Environmental Quality during Carter's presidency, joins "The Daily Report."
What is Biden's legacy on climate change?
Officials on Wednesday afternoon briefed President Biden about the massive wildfires in Southern California fueled by climate change. Slashing Mr. Biden's climate regulations is at the top of President-elect Donald Trump's to-do list. CBS News environmental correspondent David Schecter joins "America Decides" to look at the outgoing president's record on the issue.
Biden offers aid to California to fight fires
Multiple fires are burning in the Los Angeles area, forcing thousands to flee their homes and destroying hundreds of buildings. President Biden approved a major disaster declaration Wednesday afternoon to help California boost the ranks of those battling the blazes. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston has more from Malibu.
Scientists: "Toxic" semen could kill female mosquitoes, curb disease spread
Female mosquitoes are targeted because only they bite and drink blood, thereby spreading diseases such as malaria and dengue fever.
Jimmy Carter's environmental legacy
As the U.S. Capitol prepares to honor former President Jimmy Carter, Rolling Stone climate reporter Jeff Goodell looks back on his environmental legacy.
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TV bailiff accused of murder sobs, "I live with it every day"
Renard Spivey was found not guilty of his wife's murder, but he says he still can't sleep at night.
Suspect captured week after Wisconsin woman, 2 girls found dead
Elizabeth Kolba, 33, and two girls ages 12 and 13 were found shot to death at a home in New Lisbon on Dec. 30.
Founder of adult website linked to mass rape trial faces charges
The website enabled Dominique Pelicot to recruit dozens of strangers to rape his heavily sedated wife for years, authorities say.
Woman reportedly wounds 8 in hammer attack at university in Tokyo
Japanese media say a sociology student attacked her classmates with a hammer during class after voicing frustration at being ignored.
Military doctor pleads guilty to sexually abusing dozens of soldiers
Maj. Michael Stockin faced 52 charges involving claims of abusive sexual contact with 41 victims, the Army said.
Space
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NASA studies options to rein in cost of Mars Sample Return mission
NASA hopes a revised plan will get Mars samples back to Earth faster and cost less than the agency's original plan.
Webb telescope spots record number of stars in distant galaxy
A phenomenon called gravitational lensing turned a galaxy into a "hall of mirrors of cosmic proportions," allowing for the discovery.
NASA probe beams home update after record-breaking flyby of sun
NASA said scientists began receiving more detailed telemetry — or "housekeeping data" — from the spacecraft on New Year's Day.
When and where to see the Quadrantids, 2025's first meteor shower
The first meteor shower of 2025 is about to peak. Here's how to watch and where you can see the Quadrantids.
Space debris weighing over 1,000 pounds crashes into Kenya village
Officials said they were investigating fragments of metal, believed to be from a rocket, that crashed into a village in the country's south.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
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New Orleans ramps up security
One week after the deadly attack on Bourbon Street in the early morning hours of New Year's Day, New Orleans has brought in a security expert to help guide the city's plans in the near future. As the city faces lawsuits and investigations concerning the supposed mismanagement of safety barriers, New Orleans is preparing for the Super Bowl and dozens of parades in the coming weeks leading up to Mardi Gras. Kati Weis reports.
Efforts to save animals from California fires
Hundreds of volunteers came together at the Pasadena Humane Society to help save animals displaced by the wildfires ravaging the Los Angeles area. CBS News Los Angeles' Josh Sanders reports on the efforts.
Trump on Supreme Court's "hush money" ruling
President-elect Donald Trump answered questions from reporters about the Supreme Court denying his attempt to halt his sentencing in New York's criminal "hush money" case. He also addressed questions about his interaction with former President Barack Obama at President Jimmy Carter's state funeral and criticized Democratic leadership in California amid wildfires.
California officials provide fire update
California officials held a news conference on Thursday evening about the wildfires in the Los Angeles area. They announced that all Los Angeles Unified School District schools will be closed on Friday due to air quality and said they are hoping to get a 12-hour curfew in place inside the mandatory evacuation areas.
Thousands without home insurance in L.A.
Thousands of Los Angeles homeowners do not have home insurance. Several private insurers in California have either raised prices or completely removed their coverage in at-risk areas. Business Insider senior sustainability reporter Catherine Boudreau joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.