Tom Brady says Colin Kaepernick deserves a shot in the NFL
"He accomplished a lot in the pros as a player. And he's certainly qualified and I hope he gets a shot," Brady says
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ESPN responds after anchor's anti-Trump tweets
"The comments on Twitter from Jemele Hill regarding the president do not represent the position of ESPN," the network said
Kid Rock responds to protests against his concerts
The musician says the backlash is politically motivated
Kid Rock protests
Kid Rock upset civil rights groups after slamming Colin Kaepernick and embracing the Confederate flag
Civil rights groups plan to protest Kid Rock concerts
Kid Rock stands by his words even after civil rights groups announced plans to protest his shows next week at new Detroit sports arena
Seahawks' Bennett says police officer held gun to his head
The defensive end said Las Vegas police "singled me out and pointed their guns at me for doing nothing more than simply being a black man in the wrong place at the wrong time"
NAACP wants meeting with NFL commissioner about unemployed QB
NAACP's interim president and CEO says "no player should be victimized and discriminated against because of his exercise of free speech"
Will any NFL team hire quarterback Colin Kaepernick?
NFL covets quarterbacks for their arms, but Kaepernick's marketability may start with his knee and his pre-game protests last season
Marshawn Lynch sits during national anthem at Oakland Raiders preseason game
Raiders coach Jack del Rio says "it's a non-issue" for him
Kaepernick Leaves 49ers
Colin Kaepernick is opting out of his contract with the San Francisco 49ers, and when he returns next season, he says he'll be standing for the national anthem. CBS Sports national columnist and host of "Reiter Than You" Bill Reiter spoke to CBSN about Kaepernick's move.
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Athletes are using their high profiles to get more involved in activism. With the Super Bowl around the corner, many fans are wondering if more political statements are on the way. Deadspin founder Will Leitch joins CBSN to break down this pattern.
Colin Kaepernick didn't vote, and some people are furious
San Francisco 49ers starting quarterback Colin Kaepernick didn't vote in the 2016 election, so ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith took to the airwaves to let him have it
National anthem protest expands to Seattle high school
The entire Garfield High School football team is kneeling to protest academic inequality and racial injustice
Colin Kaepernick kneels for national anthem amid "USA" chants
Outside the stadium, vendors sold shirts with Colin Kaepernick’s image in the sites of a rifle scope, and fans tackled a dummy dressed up like the quarterback
Ginsburg: Kaepernick comments "inappropriately harsh"
The Supreme Court justice said her remarks about Kaepernick were "inappropriately harsh and dismissive"
Colin Kaepernick will be starting quarterback again
Coach Chip Kelly said Kaepernick's ongoing protest had nothing to do with his decision
Iconic Olympic protesters saluted by Obama
48 years after taking a political stand, Tommie Smith and John Carlos attended an event honoring Olympians at the White House
Obama calls Congress' veto override "a mistake"
Congress voted to override Obama's veto on a bill that allowed families of 9/11 victims to sue Saudi Arabia
1968 raised-fist protesters say they support Colin Kaepernick
U.S. sprinters who were sent home from 1968 Mexico City Olympics show their support for the 49ers quarterback's protest
From youth to college, lynching threats reported over anthem kneeling
Kids as young as 11 years old are being told they should die for taking a knee during the national anthem
Colin Kaepernick offers harsh debate assessment
"To me, it was embarrassing to watch that these are our two candidates,” the San Francisco 49ers backup quarterback said
Stephen Colbert addresses Trump, police shootings
Stephen Colbert got serious when he talked about police shootings and the recent protests in Charlotte
U.S. soccer star kneels again during national anthem before game
Midfielder Megan Rapinoe has been kneeling in solidarity with San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick, who has not stood during the anthem since the NFL preseason
Many young athletes joining Colin Kaepernick’s national anthem protest
Host of high school football players have emulated the San Francisco quarterback in recent weeks by kneeling during the national anthem before their own games
Colin Kaepernick, Eric Reid once again kneel during national anthem
No other Niners players joined in the protest, although Rams defensive lineman Robert Quinn and receiver Kenny Britt held fists up during the anthem
Bomb-making materials found at home of New Orleans attacker, officials say
Federal investigators previously said they found two IEDs near the site of the New Orleans truck attack. They also detonated some materials found at a New Orleans Airbnb.
Trump to be sentenced for "hush money" conviction before inauguration
Justice Juan Merchan will sentence Trump for his crimes on Jan. 10, a court proceeding that will be unlike any in America's 248 years.
Las Vegas police give updates on Cybertruck explosion
Las Vegas police identified Matthew Alan Livelsberger as the driver of the Cybertruck who died in the New Year's Day explosion.
Live updates after Johnson wins reelection as speaker in dramatic vote
House Speaker Mike Johnson appeared headed for defeat before two Republicans switched their vote, delivering him a majority.
Flu emergency room visits now "very high" nationwide, CDC says
Several Western states are seeing rates worse than last year's peak of flu season.
California man linked to Wisconsin school shooting apologizes for connection
Alexander Paffendorf expressed regret for his involvement in court on Friday without explaining his precise role.
On possible GOP votes against Trump nominees, Thune says no "clarity" yet
One of the first priorities for Senate Majority Leader John Thune is the confirmation of President-elect Donald Trump's expected nominees.
Argentina police arrest man for supplying drugs to Liam Payne
Braian Paiz is one of five people who has been charged in "One Direction" singer Liam Payne's death.
How much alcohol is bad for you? And more questions, answered.
U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy is calling for cancer risk warnings to be included on alcoholic beverages, prompting questions about the health impacts of alcohol.
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California man linked to Wisconsin school shooting apologizes for connection
Alexander Paffendorf expressed regret for his involvement in court on Friday without explaining his precise role.
Flu emergency room visits now "very high" nationwide, CDC says
Several Western states are seeing rates worse than last year's peak of flu season.
Watch Live: Las Vegas police giving updates on Cybertruck explosion
Las Vegas police identified Matthew Alan Livelsberger as the driver of the Cybertruck who died in the New Year's Day explosion.
Trump to be sentenced for "hush money" conviction before inauguration
Justice Juan Merchan will sentence Trump for his crimes on Jan. 10, a court proceeding that will be unlike any in America's 248 years.
Bomb-making materials found at home of New Orleans attacker, officials say
Federal investigators previously said they found two IEDs near the site of the New Orleans truck attack. They also detonated some materials found at a New Orleans Airbnb.
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Apple's Siri settlement could mean money for consumers — what to know
Apple will pay $95 million to settle allegations that its Siri virtual assistant violated people's privacy by eavesdropping on mobile device users.
Thai PM declares luxury handbags, watches among $400 million in assets
Thailand's youngest-ever leader has more than 200 designer handbags worth over $2 million, as well as property in London and Japan, her party said.
These airlines were the most on time in 2024, analysis finds
Delta ranked highest among U.S. carriers despite a computer outage in July that caused thousands of cancellations.
JetBlue fined $2 million by feds for "chronic flight delays"
JetBlue is the first carrier to be penalized by the Department of Transportation for unrealistic scheduling practice.
Biden rejects U.S. Steel-Nippon Steel deal
A government panel failed to reach consensus on national security risks of a proposal for Nippon Steel to purchase U.S. Steel, leaving the decision to the president.
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Trump to be sentenced for "hush money" conviction before inauguration
Justice Juan Merchan will sentence Trump for his crimes on Jan. 10, a court proceeding that will be unlike any in America's 248 years.
On possible GOP votes against Trump nominees, Thune says no "clarity" yet
One of the first priorities for Senate Majority Leader John Thune is the confirmation of President-elect Donald Trump's expected nominees.
Biden to visit New Orleans Monday, in wake of Bourbon Street attack
President Biden and first lady Jill Biden will meet with families and community members during their visit, the White House said.
Johnson wins reelection as speaker in dramatic vote to open new Congress
House Speaker Mike Johnson appeared headed for defeat before two Republicans switched their vote, delivering him a majority.
Biden rejects U.S. Steel-Nippon Steel deal
A government panel failed to reach consensus on national security risks of a proposal for Nippon Steel to purchase U.S. Steel, leaving the decision to the president.
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Flu emergency room visits now "very high" nationwide, CDC says
Several Western states are seeing rates worse than last year's peak of flu season.
How much alcohol is bad for you? And more questions, answered.
U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy is calling for cancer risk warnings to be included on alcoholic beverages, prompting questions about the health impacts of alcohol.
Mediterranean diet ranks healthiest again. Here's what the 3 top diets entail.
Looking to boost your nutrition this year? The Mediterranean diet has topped the U.S. News & World Report's annual diet list again. Here's what to know.
Rise in breast cancer among younger women
New research reveals breast cancer rates are increasing faster among younger women than any other group. Elaine Quijano reports on the findings.
Surgeon General calls for cancer risk warning on beverages with alcohol
Dr. Vivek Murthy issued an advisory Friday about alcohol and cancer risk and called for changes to beverage warning labels.
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Thai PM declares luxury handbags, watches among $400 million in assets
Thailand's youngest-ever leader has more than 200 designer handbags worth over $2 million, as well as property in London and Japan, her party said.
Argentina police arrest man for supplying drugs to Liam Payne
Braian Paiz is one of five people who has been charged in "One Direction" singer Liam Payne's death.
Young boy survives 5 nights lost in game park full of lions
Officials in Zimbabwe say 7-year-old Tinotenda Pudu survived five nights in the "unforgiving wild" of a game park thanks to his wilderness skills.
Rare footage shows Kim Jong Un's sister with children
Kim Yo Jong was spotted with two youngsters -- a boy and a girl -- while attending North Korea's New Year art performance.
Top EU diplomats visit ousted Assad regime's prison of horrors in Syria
The French and German foreign ministers are the most senior Western officials to visit Syria since longtime dictator Bashar al-Assad was toppled by rebels.
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Argentina police arrest man for supplying drugs to Liam Payne
Braian Paiz is one of five people who has been charged in "One Direction" singer Liam Payne's death.
Kit Connor on Broadway's "Romeo and Juliet"
Known for his Emmy-winning role in "Heartstopper" and playing young Elton John in "Rocketman," Kit Connor now stars as Romeo in a bold, contemporary adaptation of Shakespeare's iconic play.
Wayne Osmond, brother of Donny and Marie, dies at age 73
Wayne Osmond started his musical career as an original member of The Osmonds with his brothers.
These works enter the public domain in 2025
Here are the books and characters newly joining the list of works in the public domain in 2025.
Who's performing at tonight's Times Square ball drop to ring in 2025?
A variety of New Year's Eve performers are expected for tonight's Times Square ball drop to ring in 2025.
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Apple's Siri settlement could mean money for consumers — what to know
Apple will pay $95 million to settle allegations that its Siri virtual assistant violated people's privacy by eavesdropping on mobile device users.
The legal grounds for a TikTok ban delay
President-elect Donald Trump requested that the Supreme Court suspend the TikTok ban until after he takes office while he works on a political resolution. University of Minnesota Law School associate professor Alan Rozenshtein breaks down the legal basis for the request.
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.
Apple agrees to pay $95 million to settle Siri eavesdropping claims
Apple surreptitiously activated Siri to record user conversations through iPhones and other devices, court finds.
Taco Bell using AI to take orders at drive-thru
Fast food chain Taco Bell is turning to artificial intelligence to meet the demand of its drive-thru customers. The technology is said to cut the wait for an order by 29 seconds and improve accuracy, according to a study. Danya Bacchus has the story.
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U.K.'s biggest dinosaur footprint site discovered: "So surreal"
It is hoped the discovery will provide clues about how dinosaurs interacted, as well as their size and the speeds at which they moved.
What to know about tonight's "black moon"
It may sound spooky, but a black moon is nothing ominous.
Northern lights may be visible in parts of the U.S. New Year's Eve
Solar storms may bring northern lights to several states in the northern U.S. just in time for New Year's Eve, but cloud cover may put a damper on festivities.
New species, including "blob-headed" fish, identified across world in 2024
Hundreds of new species across the globe were identified by scientists in 2024.
California's mandatory clothing recycling program
Americans throw away billions of pounds of used clothes every year. But now, California is the first state to hold textile companies responsible for their products from start to finish. CBS News' Danya Bacchus explains.
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FBI rat New Orleans attacker's home
The FBI returned to Shamsud-Din Jabbar's home in Texas as the federal probe into the New Orleans terrorist attack continues. CBS News' Jason Allen spoke to the attacker's brother and reports. Also, contributor Sam Vinograd has more on the heightened terror threat in the U.S.
New Orleans attacker posted recordings on his beliefs in year before rampage
Shamsud-Din Jabbar made no mention of plans for violence or affiliations with extremist groups in the recordings.
Tiger Bech's final moments after attack
Jack Bech described the moments his family said goodbye to his brother, Tiger Bech, who was one of the victims of the New Orleans terrorist attack. CBS News' Kati Weis reports.
More on New Orleans, Las Vegas attackers
Federal officials are hoping to learn more about the two men behind the New Year's Day attacks in Las Vegas and New Orleans. One is said to be linked to ISIS, the other may have had a personal grievance. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
New Orleans officers released from care
CBS News has confirmed that two New Orleans police officers who engaged the Bourbon Street attacker have been released from the hospital and are recovering at home. Kati Weis has more.
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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.
What to know about tonight's "black moon"
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Lunar eclipses, supermoons, meteor showers happening in 2025
Skywatchers can mark the calendar with a busy lineup of celestial occurrences in 2025.
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The Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
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Judge orders Trump sentencing date
New York judge Juan Merchan has called for a Jan. 10 sentencing date in the "hush money" case against President-elect Donald Trump. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman and Jessica Levinson have the latest.
FBI rat New Orleans attacker's home
The FBI returned to Shamsud-Din Jabbar's home in Texas as the federal probe into the New Orleans terrorist attack continues. CBS News' Jason Allen spoke to the attacker's brother and reports. Also, contributor Sam Vinograd has more on the heightened terror threat in the U.S.
Rep. Norman on Johnson's speaker win
South Carolina Rep. Ralph Norman was one of the lawmakers who switched votes during the first round of voting for House speaker. Norman says he spoke to President-elect Donald Trump about his priorities. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
Rep. Donalds on Johnson's speaker win
Florida Rep. Byron Donalds says he was confident in Mike Johnson's ability to win the House speakership. CBS News' Nikole Killion spoke to Donalds after the House vote.
Trump reacts to Johnson's speaker win
President-elect Donald Trump congratulated Mike Johnson on social media after the Louisiana representative won his bid to remain as House speaker. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe has more.