Gronk: Partying makes me a better player
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Sources: Tom Brady's "Deflategate" appeal may go to court
NFL players union sources tell CBS News what they're looking for from Commissioner Roger Goodell to avoid getting feds involved
What's next for Tom Brady in his "Deflategate" appeal?
The star NFL quarterback is appealing his four-game suspension; but the players' union could take the case to federal court
Brady's lawyer confident after 10-hour appeal hearing
But star quarterback at center of "Deflategate" scandal must wait to find out whether NFL commissioner will alter 4-game suspension
Tom Brady is meeting with NFL commissioner Roger Goodell in New York City to appeal his four-game ban
Tom Brady is meeting with NFL commissioner Roger Goodell in New York City to appeal his four-game ban. The Boston Globe's Dan Shaughnessy joins CBSN with more.
Brady meets with Goodell in "deflategate" appeal
Star quarterback is attempting to overturn his four-game suspension over allegedly using illegal footballs in the AFC title game
New England Patriots' quarterback Tom Brady is set to face NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell to appeal his suspension for knowing championship game balls had been deflated
New England Patriots' quarterback Tom Brady is set to face NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell to appeal his suspension for knowing championship game balls had been deflated. CBSSports.com writer Will Brinson discusses the hearing.
Pats fan has message from the grave: "Brady is innocent!"
Patricia Shong passed away last week in Massachusetts, and she wanted the world to know what she thought about "Deflategate" in her obituary
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell spoke publicly for the first time since handing suspensions and revoking draft picks for the New England Patriots' after a championship game ball scandal
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell spoke publicly for the first time since handing suspensions and revoking draft picks for the New England Patriots' after a championship game ball scandal. CBSN's Kristine Johnson and Vladimir Duthiers cover the press conference.
Goodell says he has "open mind" on Brady's "Deflategate" appeal
NFL commissioner wants to hear directly from QB about his role in the use of underinflated footballs in the AFC title game
Bob Kraft: We will not appeal "Deflategate" punishment
New England Patriots owner says the interests of the league outweighs the interests of his team
NFL Commissioner to hear Brady's "Deflategate" appeal
Commissioner Roger Goodell says he will personally hear Super Bowl MVP's challenge to four-game suspension over deflated footballs
Tom Brady appeals 4-game suspension in "Deflategate"
NFL also fined New England Patriots $1 million and took away 2 draft picks after team used illegal footballs in AFC title game
Patriots lawyer: "Deflator" texts about losing weight, not deflating balls
Attorney says Patriots employees used term jokingly to refer to locker room attendant who was trying to lose weight
The New England Patriots are fighting back on the NFL's report over Deflategate
The New England Patriots are fighting back on the NFL's report over "Deflategate." Time magazine Senior Editor Sean Gregory joins CBSN with more.
NFL investigator: Direct evidence shows Brady knew about deflated footballs
Ted Wells says his findings would be enough to convince a jury in a civil trial under the "preponderance of evidence" standard
Ted Wells, the attorney who led the deflategate investigation for the NFL, says he felt it was necessary to address those questioning his independence and the findings in his report
Ted Wells, the attorney who led the deflategate investigation for the NFL, says he felt it was necessary to address those questioning his independence and the findings in his report.
After the New England Patriots and star quarterback Tom Brady were punished, fans across the country and especially in Boston are saying the league has overreacted
After the New England Patriots and star quarterback Tom Brady were punished, fans across the country and especially in Boston are saying the league has overreacted. CBSN's Elaine Quijano has reaction to the controversial ruling.
NFL's Brady punishment "bit of a sledgehammer killing an ant"
As Brady's agent promises appeal of four-game suspension over "Deflategate," NFL analysts question whether the league was too tough
Harry Reid: NFL more concerned about deflated balls than racist name
The senate minority leader thinks there's another issue the NFL should be paying more attention to
"Deflategate" brings new measures for MLB game balls
As CC Sabathia notes, "We can't deflate 'em," but baseball officials are going to be taking extra steps to ensure a fair playing field
Brady, Patriots respond to "Deflategate" penalties
Quarterback's agent vows to appeal suspension as Pats owner pledges "unconditional support" for his Super Bowl MVP
Sportscaster Jim Gray says New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady is being "over-punished" by the NFL over under-inflated footballs
Sportscaster Jim Gray says New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady is being "over-punished" by the NFL over under-inflated footballs. Gray spoke to CBSN's Jeff Glor about the ongoing fallout from "Deflategate."
Tom Brady: Polarizing Patriot
On the heels of a federal judge nullifying his four-game NFL suspension, a look at why Tom Brady is such a polarizing figure
NFL penalizes Tom Brady, Patriots for "Deflategate"
League hands down punishment less than a week after extensive report found Brady "was at least generally aware" of scheme to deflate footballs
German authorities had received tipoffs about Christmas market attack suspect
Police in Magdeburg, Germany, said Sunday that those who died were four women aged 45, 52, 67 and 75, as well as a 9-year-old boy.
Poll: Most Americans think government is hiding information about drones
Over half of Americans see the drones that have been spotted over the East Coast as a threat to the U.S.
Mayorkas "alarmed" by social media rhetoric on UnitedHealthcare CEO killing
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was gunned down in New York earlier this month, and there has been some celebration on social media of the suspected killer.
Winter weather interrupts some holiday weekend travel
Record holiday travel is expected in the U.S. this year, with the weekend before Christmas projected to be one of the busiest times for transit.
Rickey Henderson, MLB Hall of Famer, dies at 65
Rickey Henderson is widely considered to be one of the best leadoff hitters and base stealers in baseball.
Why drone hysteria has taken off
Alleged drone sightings have been multiplying exponentially, with more than 5,000 reported in the past few weeks. But experts say the majority of reports about unusual lights in the sky are probably anything but drones.
2 U.S. Navy pilots eject safely when jet shot down by likely "friendly fire"
An F/A-18 fighter jet was "mistakenly fired on" by the guided missile cruiser USS Gettysburg, authorities said.
Kari Lake says she has no intention of turning Voice of America into "Trump TV"
Kari Lake, a former broadcast journalist who unsuccessfully ran for governor and for a U.S. Senate seat in Arizona, is President-elect Donald Trump's selection to lead Voice of America.
The story of Handel's "Messiah"
Since its premiere in 1742, George Frideric Handel's 3.5-hour oratorio for chorus, soloists and orchestra has become a timeless message of hope, and a Christmas tradition.
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Winter weather interrupts some holiday weekend travel
Record holiday travel is expected in the U.S. this year, with the weekend before Christmas projected to be one of the busiest times for transit.
Mayorkas "alarmed" by social media rhetoric on UnitedHealthcare CEO killing
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was gunned down in New York earlier this month, and there has been some celebration on social media of the suspected killer.
Why drone hysteria has taken off
Alleged drone sightings have been multiplying exponentially, with more than 5,000 reported in the past few weeks. But experts say the majority of reports about unusual lights in the sky are probably anything but drones.
Poll: Most Americans think government is hiding information about drones
Over half of Americans see the drones that have been spotted over the East Coast as a threat to the U.S.
Americans more hopeful about 2025 than they were for 2024 — CBS News poll
Trump's election is a big part of the positive outlook, especially for Republicans.
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Party City files for bankruptcy, a day after announcing mass layoffs
Party City informed employees in an email on Friday that it was conducting an immediate "mass layoff" at its headquarters.
Senate approves bill to expand Social Security to millions of Americans
Senators approve a bill to expand Social Security benefits to millions of Americans, with President Biden expected to sign it into law.
How much more will it cost to heat your home this winter?
Here's what's driving up home heating costs, and how much families are expected to spend this winter.
IRS sending up to $1,400 to 1 million people. Here's who qualifies.
The IRS said it's sending out checks worth up to $1,400 to 1 million people. Here's what to know about the "special payments."
Feds sue Zelle, alleging nation's biggest banks failed to stop fraud
Government watchdog claims Americans lost hundreds of millions to fraud related to the bank-operated mobile payments network.
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Mayorkas "alarmed" by social media rhetoric on UnitedHealthcare CEO killing
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was gunned down in New York earlier this month, and there has been some celebration on social media of the suspected killer.
Transcript: Alejandro Mayorkas on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 22, 2024
The following is the full transcript of an interview with Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that aired on Dec. 22, 2024.
Poll: Most Americans think government is hiding information about drones
Over half of Americans see the drones that have been spotted over the East Coast as a threat to the U.S.
Americans more hopeful about 2025 than they were for 2024 — CBS News poll
Trump's election is a big part of the positive outlook, especially for Republicans.
Kari Lake says she has no intention of turning Voice of America into "Trump TV"
Kari Lake, a former broadcast journalist who unsuccessfully ran for governor and for a U.S. Senate seat in Arizona, is President-elect Donald Trump's selection to lead Voice of America.
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CDC releases concerning new flu numbers
Thirteen states reported "high" or "very high" levels of flu-like illness last week, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. That's double the number of states from the week before. Ali Bauman reports.
A teen's misdiagnosis led to medication, but surgery led to a cure
Isaac Klapper was 10 years old when he started having episodes of what doctors initially thought was a movement disorder.
Why fish, birds and other animals yawn too, according to an expert
Humans aren't alone when it comes to yawning — all vertebrates do it. But why? An expert explains the likely reason behind this "evolutionarily ancient" act.
Stuffing stockings with skincare? Here's what kids should and shouldn't be using
Skin care is all the rage for teens and tweens these days, but be careful not to give products that could cause more harm than good.
He went in for a colonoscopy. The hospital charged $19,000 for two.
A Chicago man was stuck with a big medical bill after undergoing a colonoscopy that found no evidence of cancer. Here's why.
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Israeli settlements, and the expanding divide of settlers and Palestinians
Today, upwards of 700,000 Israelis live in settlements which the U.N. calls illegal. "Sunday Morning" talks with two settlers and with Palestinians in the West Bank living on opposite sides of an Israeli security barrier.
German authorities had received tipoffs about Christmas market attack suspect
Police in Magdeburg, Germany, said Sunday that those who died were four women aged 45, 52, 67 and 75, as well as a 9-year-old boy.
2 U.S. Navy pilots eject safely when jet shot down by likely "friendly fire"
An F/A-18 fighter jet was "mistakenly fired on" by the guided missile cruiser USS Gettysburg, authorities said.
Pope Francis tells Vatican staff to stop gossiping in Christmas speech
Pope Francis has told Vatican bureaucrats to stop speaking ill of one another, calling gossip "an evil that destroys social life."
At least 38 dead after crash between a passenger bus and a truck in Brazil
In 2024, more than 10,000 people died in traffic accidents in Brazil, according to the Ministry of Transportation.
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"Christmas Dance" by Darren Criss
In this web exclusive, Darren Criss and the Young People's Chorus of New York City help "Sunday Morning" celebrate the holiday in a performance of Criss' "Christmas Dance."
Holiday music with Darren Criss: "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas"
Darren Criss, the beloved star of television's "Glee," and the Broadway musical "Maybe Happy Ending," helps "Sunday Morning" celebrate Christmas with a performance of the Hugh Martin-Ralph Blane standard, "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas."
Music with Darren Criss: "Happy Holidays/The Holiday Season"
Darren Criss (the beloved star of television's "Glee," and the Broadway musical "Maybe Happy Ending") and the Young People's Chorus of New York City help "Sunday Morning" celebrate Christmas with a performance of "Happy Holidays/The Holiday Season."
Darren Criss on counting his lucky stars
Darren Criss became a fan favorite on the hit TV series "Glee," and won an Emmy for "American Crime Story." Now he's starring in the acclaimed musical "Maybe Happy Ending." He talks about his road to Broadway, and his credo that "Life is a cabaret."
Darren Criss on "Maybe Happy Ending"
Darren Criss became a fan favorite on the hit TV series "Glee," and won an Emmy for "American Crime Story." Now he's starring in the acclaimed musical "Maybe Happy Ending." He talks with correspondent Kelefa Sanneh about his road to Broadway, his blessings and losses, and his credo that "Life is a cabaret."
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Why drone hysteria has taken off
Alleged drone sightings have been multiplying exponentially, with more than 5,000 reported in the past few weeks. But experts say the majority of reports about unusual lights in the sky are probably anything but drones.
Why drone hysteria has taken off
By most accounts, alleged drone sightings have been multiplying exponentially, with more than 5,000 reported in just the past few weeks. But experts say the majority of reports about unusual lights in the sky are probably anything but drones. Correspondent Tom Hanson reports.
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.
Supreme Court agrees to hear case about TikTok ban
The Supreme Court said Wednesday it will hear an appeal from TikTok over a federal law that would ban the social media giant if it is not sold by its Chinese parent company. Jan Crawford has more.
Teen victim of deepfake porn urges Congress to pass "Take It Down Act"
Elliston Berry's life was turned upside down after a photo she posted on Instagram was digitally altered online to be pornographic.
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What to know about the winter solstice, 2024's shortest day
The 2024 winter solstice, the shortest day of the year, happens on Saturday, Dec. 21, and is marked with traditions and celebrations around the world.
Class-action lawsuit over plastic recycling
This week a group of plaintiffs in Missouri, Kansas, California and Florida filed a class-action lawsuit against dozens of companies and organizations, claiming they've falsely promoted how easy it is to recycle plastics. CBS News Los Angeles climatologist Marina Jurica has the details.
Why fish, birds and other animals yawn too, according to an expert
Humans aren't alone when it comes to yawning — all vertebrates do it. But why? An expert explains the likely reason behind this "evolutionarily ancient" act.
Americans coexisted with 4-ton sloths for millennia, research shows
Early Americans may have spent millennia sharing prehistoric savannas and wetlands with enormous beasts, research shows.
EPA tackling pollution in at-risk communities
The Environmental Protection Agency under President Biden created a new Office of Environmental Justice that seeks to address pollution levels in disadvantaged and marginalized communities. However, there is concern that the incoming Trump administration could do away with the new department. David Schechter reports.
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Who killed JonBenét Ramsey? Her dad believes DNA could reveal killer
A look back at how "48 Hours" covered the 1996 Christmastime murder of JonBenét Ramsey in 2002, and what her father John Ramsey says about the unsolved Colorado case nearly 28 years later.
Will convicted wife killer Scott Peterson get a new trial?
After California man's death sentence is overturned, there's a renewed push to clear him.
Several hurt after driver plows through Texas mall; suspect killed by police
The suspect drove through the doors of a JCPenny in Killeen, Texas, and continued inside for "several hundred yards," an official said.
CEO killing sparks concerns about extremism
Luigi Mangione, now held in a New York City lock-up, could face the death penalty if convicted of the shooting death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. The killing is sparking new concerns about violent extremism bubbling across the country.
Dozens injured in Germany Christmas market attack
At least two people are dead and dozens more injured after a vehicle plowed into a crowd at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany. Authorities say the driver of the car was arrested and that it appears to be a deliberate attack. Elaine Cobbe has details.
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Discovery of "tipped over" black hole surprises NASA scientists
New analysis techniques and decades-old research helped NASA scientists identify an unusual black hole in a distant galaxy.
Why are the Boeing Starliner astronauts stuck in space?
Here's why NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore are stuck, but not stranded, at the International Space Station after launching into space in June.
NASA delayes return date for astronauts
NASA has delayed the return date for Boeing's Starliner astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams. CBS News' Manuel Bojorquez reports on the decision to keep the two in space.
NASA leader weighs in on Elon Musk, SpaceX and plans for moon rocket
NASA Administrator Bill Nelson says he's optimistic the Trump administration will support the space agency's agenda.
Boeing Starliner crew's return delayed again
Two astronauts who have been stuck in space since June will have to wait until at least the end of March to come home after NASA on Wednesday again pushed back their return date. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer for the Franklin Institute, joined CBS News to discuss what's causing the delays.
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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.
Summer music heats up 2024
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
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Gonzales: "It feels as if Elon Musk is our prime minister"
Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that the chaos that followed Elon Musk's intervention after a deal had been reached to avert a government shutdown makes it feel "as if Elon Musk is our prime minister," despite that Musk is not an elected official.
Open: "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 22, 2024
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," a deal was finally reached to fund the government, but was last week's Capitol Hill chaos preview of what's to come in 2025? Reps. Tony Gonzales and French Hill join to discuss. Plus, exit interviews with Sen. Joe Manchin and Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.
Full interview | Roger Carstens
Watch Margaret Brennan's full interview with Roger Carstens, the Biden administration's special presidential envoy for hostage affairs, a portion of which aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Dec. 22, 2024.
Nature: Northern Lights above Alaska
We leave you this Sunday morning in the spirit of Christmas, with the northern lights in skies above Alaska. Videographer: Michael Clark.
Full interview: West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin
Watch Margaret Brennan's full interview with Senator Joe Manchin (WV-I), a portion of which aired on Dec. 22, 2024 on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."