Astros pitcher Francis Martes suspended 162 games for PED use
A 162-game suspension is effectively a one-year ban. The 24-year-old player tested positive for Boldenone.
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Astros criticized for scandal apology
Members of the Houston Astros issued their first apology one month after the public found out about the sign-stealing scandal that MLB says the team used during the 2017 World Series. But critics, such as CBS Sports HQ MLB analyst David Samson, are unsatisfied with their remarks. He joined CBSN to discuss why.
Dodgers players weigh in on Astros' sign stealing
"It's hard to feel like they earned it. Just not 100% sure if they should be called champions for the rest of their lives," third baseman Justin Turner said.
DraftKings gambler sues MLB over sign-stealing scandal
Massachusetts man says stats for Houston Astros and Boston Red Sox players were tainted, affecting his fantasy bets.
Cheating: As old as sports itself
The fallout from Major League Baseball's sign-stealing scandal has already cost three managers and a general manager their jobs. It has also called into question the legitimacy of the Houston Astros' 2017 World Series title. While the scandal has rocked baseball to the core, it turns out cheating is as old as sports itself. "CBS This Morning: Saturday" co-host Dan Jacobson reports.
Mets part ways with manager amid cheating scandal
Beltrán was only hired in November as the team's new manager.
Red Sox and Alex Cora part ways amid MLB cheating scandal
Cora, the former bench coach of the Houston Astros, was implicated in the recent sign-stealing scandal.
Fallout of Astros cheating scandal
Major League Baseball investigators say the Houston Astros were involved in an elaborate spying scheme in 2017 when they won the World Series. Two of the team's leaders, Manager AJ Hinch and General Manager Jeff Luhnow, were fired Monday as a result. Manuel Bojorquez reports on how far the alleged cheating went.
Astros fire GM and manager over cheating scandal
The Astros will also pay a $5 million penalty and forfeit their first and second-round picks in 2020 and 2021.
Houston Astros hit with penalties
Major League Baseball hit the Houston Astros with harsh penalties for illegally using technology to gain an edge, stealing secret pitching signals used by opposing teams. Mark Strassmann has the latest.
Astros fire GM & manager over sign stealing scandal
The Houston Astros on Monday fired general manager Jeff Luhnow and manager A.J. Hinch after Major League Baseball found that the club used technology to steal signs. CBS Sports HQ's Jim Bowden joins CBSN with the latest.
Girl hit by foul ball has permanent brain injury, lawyer says
Lawyer says 2-year-old could be on medication "for the rest of her life" after a line drive from Cubs outfielder Albert Almora Jr. hit her during the May 29 game at Minute Maid Park.
Red Sox reportedly stole signs illegally during Word Series run
Red Sox allegedly used their video replay room to steal signs between opposing pitchers and catchers during their 2018 World Series championship season, The Athletic reports.
Washington welcomes World Series champion Nationals home
Following a valiant victory against the Houston Astros, Washingtonians from all walks of life put politics aside this weekend to celebrate their hometown heroes and World Series champions: the Washington Nationals.
Nationals' fans celebrate their win in D.C.
Thousands turned out to cheer the Washington Nationals in D.C on Saturday after their first-ever World Series win. The Nationals have also accepted an invitation to visit the White House on Monday.
In wake of heart surgery, Nationals manager emotional after World Series win
After the Nats won their first World Series in franchise history, manager Davey Martinez told his team the victory "cured" his heart
Nationals come from behind in Game 7 to win World Series
It's the first World Series win in the history of the Nationals' franchise
Trump says he'll go to the World Series if it goes to Game 5
The president said he wasn't sure if he would throw out the ceremonial first pitch: "I don't know, they got to dress me up in a lot of heavy armor"
Astros fire executive for "inappropriate" comments to reporters
The Astros fired assistant General Manager Brandon Taubman after an investigation into his expletive-filled celebration of a controversial player
Simone Biles back flips before throwing first pitch
The 22-year-old, a Houston suburb native, came out to the mound at Minute Maid Park wearing an Astros shirt and jeans and waved to the crowd
MLB probes Astros exec's foul-mouthed comments to female reporters
The Houston Astros lost Game 1 of the World Series against the Washington Nationals Tuesday, but it's drama off the field that's making headlines
Girl battling cancer meets Jose Altuve ahead of World Series
"Abigail was so excited to have been given this opportunity to. She even asked him is he could hit a home run for her," her father wrote on Facebook
Astros assistant GM in hot water over "inappropriate language"
Major League Baseball on Tuesday announced it will launch an investigation into comments made by Houston Astros Assistant General Manager Brandon Taubman over "inappropriate language" he used when shouting at female reporters at the club house. CBS Sports MLB writer Katherine Acquavella joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero for a closer look.
Astros defeat Yankees to advance to World Series
The Houston Astros defeated the New York Yankees 6-4 on Saturday, advancing to the World Series for the second time in three years.
Astros star Carlos Correa dedicates home run to fan with cancer
"Next home run I hit will be for you... when you see me pointing, I'll be pointing at you," he promised the teen
China raises tariffs on U.S. goods to 84% in retaliation to Trump tariffs
China said it will hike its levies on U.S. imports to 84% after President Trump hit Chinese goods with 104% tariff
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RFK Jr. encourages people to get measles vaccine amid deadly outbreak
Kennedy's comments mark the first time he has publicly urged people to get the measles vaccine since becoming HHS secretary.
Trump's sweeping new tariffs in effect, including 104% on China
The tariffs on imports from dozens of countries kicked in Wednesday, including 104% on goods from China, dramatically ramping up a potential global trade war.
Trump's would-be assassin sought weapon to shoot down his plane, DOJ says
The Justice Department says Ryan Routh tried to acquire anti-aircraft weapons to shoot down Donald Trump's plane.
Virginia shooting kills 3 and wounds 3 others; suspects in custody
Authorities said "all suspects" were in custody Wednesday morning after a shooting in Virginia killed three people and injured three more.
Death toll tops 100 in roof collapse at nightclub in Dominican Republic
The roof of the Jet Set nightclub in Santo Domingo collapsed on a crowd, killing at least 113 people and leaving many others injured or trapped under rubble.
Judge rules for Associated Press in White House access dispute
A federal judge granted the Associated Press' request for a preliminary injunction and ordered White House officials to restore its access to certain spaces.
Air traffic chief retiring early as FAA replaces some senior managers
In the wake of the deadly mid-air collision and a series of concerning close calls, the FAA has brought in a new management team to the air traffic control tower at Reagan National Airport.
National Recording Registry adds Elton John, Celine Dion, "Hamilton," more
Other audio selected by the Library of Congress to be preserved for future generations include recordings by Chicago, Miles Davis, Helen Reddy, Steve Miller Band, Tracy Chapman, the soundtrack of Minecraft, and the Windows 95 chime.
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Virginia shooting kills 3 and wounds 3 others; suspects in custody
Authorities said "all suspects" were in custody Wednesday morning after a shooting in Virginia killed three people and injured three more.
China raises tariffs on U.S. goods to 84% in retaliation to Trump tariffs
China said it will hike its levies on U.S. imports to 84% after President Trump hit Chinese goods with 104% tariff
Pediatrician accused of sex abuse ordered to pay $1.6 billion to 104 women
Lawyers for the women say their litigation has resulted in one of the largest cumulative awards against a single individual in the U.S.
Here's how much an iPhone could cost with Trump's tariffs on China
U.S. tariffs on China could add hundreds of dollars to the cost an iPhone, a recent analysis shows.
Trump's would-be assassin sought weapon to shoot down his plane, DOJ says
The Justice Department says Ryan Routh tried to acquire anti-aircraft weapons to shoot down Donald Trump's plane.
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China raises tariffs on U.S. goods to 84% in retaliation to Trump tariffs
China said it will hike its levies on U.S. imports to 84% after President Trump hit Chinese goods with 104% tariff
Lego opens $1 billion plant in Vietnam it says will be all green
Lego opened a $1 billion factory in Vietnam it says will make toys without adding planet-warming gas to the atmosphere by relying entirely on clean energy.
Here's how much an iPhone could cost with Trump's tariffs on China
U.S. tariffs on China could add hundreds of dollars to the cost an iPhone, a recent analysis shows.
Trump's sweeping new tariffs in effect, including 104% on China
President Trump's tariffs on imports from dozens of countries kicked in Wednesday, including 104% on goods from China, dramatically ramping up a potential global trade war.
State Farm looks to raise property insurance rates after L.A. wildfires
State Farm, California's largest property insurance provider, says it expects to pay out more than $7.5 billion in insurance claims after the Los Angeles wildfires.
Politics
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Trump's sweeping new tariffs in effect, including 104% on China
President Trump's tariffs on imports from dozens of countries kicked in Wednesday, including 104% on goods from China, dramatically ramping up a potential global trade war.
Trump's would-be assassin sought weapon to shoot down his plane, DOJ says
The Justice Department says Ryan Routh tried to acquire anti-aircraft weapons to shoot down Donald Trump's plane.
Exclusive
RFK Jr. encourages people to get measles vaccine amid deadly outbreak
Kennedy's comments mark the first time he has publicly urged people to get the measles vaccine since becoming HHS secretary.
Trump overstates the number of U.S. factories lost since NAFTA
President Trump claims 90,000 factories have shuttered since the free trade agreement took effect, but more recent data shows the figure is misleadingly high.
Underfunding threatens suicide prevention lifeline's mission
Nationwide, calls increased 40% soon after the three-digit number was officially launched in 2022.
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RFK Jr. encourages people to get measles vaccine amid deadly outbreak
Kennedy's comments mark the first time he has publicly urged people to get the measles vaccine since becoming HHS secretary.
Underfunding threatens suicide prevention lifeline's mission
Nationwide, calls increased 40% soon after the three-digit number was officially launched in 2022.
Scientists hope far-UVC light could help stop the next airborne pandemic
The emerging technology offers an alternative to conventional UVC light, which is used to sanitize surfaces but can harm the skin and eyes.
RFK Jr. cuts lead poisoning team helping tribes, local health departments
The CDC's team of lead poisoning experts remained off the job a week after the sweeping HHS layoffs.
Mexico confirms country's first human death from H5N1 bird flu
A 3-year-old girl in western Mexico died after contracting bird flu, Mexican health authorities said.
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Colombian mayor seeks info after biologist's dismembered body found
A mayor in Colombia has offered a reward worth more than $11,000 for information after an Italian biologist's dismembered body was discovered in a suitcase.
China raises tariffs on U.S. goods to 84% in retaliation to Trump tariffs
China said it will hike its levies on U.S. imports to 84% after President Trump hit Chinese goods with 104% tariff
Powerful cartel commander, 8 other members killed in Colombia
Days after the death of a top Gulf Clan commander, the military said it had killed eight more of the cartel's members and taken two captive.
Ancient altar found in jungle apparently used for child sacrifices
The discovery shows the cultural interaction between the Maya of Tikal and Teotihuacan's elite between 300 and 500 A.D., archaeologists said.
Trump's sweeping new tariffs in effect, including 104% on China
President Trump's tariffs on imports from dozens of countries kicked in Wednesday, including 104% on goods from China, dramatically ramping up a potential global trade war.
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2025 National Recording Registry additions: Elton John, Celine Dion, Amy Winehouse and "Hamilton"
Other audio selected by the Library of Congress to be preserved for future generations include recordings by Chicago, Miles Davis, Helen Reddy, Steve Miller Band, Tracy Chapman, the soundtrack of Minecraft, and the Windows 95 chime.
Geri Halliwell-Horner's journey from Spice Girls to bestselling author
Geri Halliwell-Horner looks back at her time as a Spice Girl and talks about her transition to becoming an author.
Will Richard on winning NCAA national title
The Florida Gators won their first NCAA basketball title since 2007. Will Richard, who hit four three-pointers in the first half, speaks about the big win, what he'll remember from this season and the next steps in his career.
Florida Gators forward on big win over Houston
The Gators defeated the Houston Cougars 65–63, claiming their first national championship since 2007. Forward Thomas Haugh joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about the thrilling finish.
Spice Girls Geri Halliwell Horner on new book
Former Spice Girl Geri Halliwell Horner joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her second novel, "Rosie Frost: Ice on Fire," a mystery-filled adventure that follows a young orphan uncovering secrets at a boarding school.
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Here's how much an iPhone could cost with Trump's tariffs on China
U.S. tariffs on China could add hundreds of dollars to the cost an iPhone, a recent analysis shows.
Instagram users under 16 will need parental OK to livestream, Meta says
Instagram users under 16 won't be able to livestream or unblur nudity in direct messages they've received without parental approval.
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.
China pulls TikTok deal over tariffs
TikTok faced a Saturday deadline to find a U.S. buyer or face a potential ban. President Trump announced an extension on Friday. A deal was at the finish line but China pulled back due to Trump's tariff announcement. CBS News White House reporter Willie James Inman has the details.
Nintendo unveils new Switch 2 console
Nintendo has unveiled its next console, the Switch 2. Washington Post reporter Gene Park joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the new user experience, the price and possible security concerns.
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Ancient altar found in jungle apparently used for child sacrifices
The discovery shows the cultural interaction between the Maya of Tikal and Teotihuacan's elite between 300 and 500 A.D., archaeologists said.
Scientists hope far-UVC light could help stop the next airborne pandemic
The emerging technology offers an alternative to conventional UVC light, which is used to sanitize surfaces but can harm the skin and eyes.
Dire wolf pups born 12,500 years after extinction, company says
Colossal Biosciences said it used ancient DNA from the extinct species to create three dire wolf pups named Romulus, Remus and Khaleesi.
Rocket carrying NASA's Jonny Kim, 2 cosmonauts docks with space station
The craft carrying astronaut Jonny Kim and two Russian cosmonauts docked with the space station. They're scheduled for an eight-month stay.
Geomagnetic storms could bring northern lights show to parts of U.S.
The northern lights, also known as the aurora borealis, are forecast tonight after they were visible in parts of Washington, Montana and Alaska on Friday.
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Colombian mayor seeks info after biologist's dismembered body found
A mayor in Colombia has offered a reward worth more than $11,000 for information after an Italian biologist's dismembered body was discovered in a suitcase.
Powerful cartel commander, 8 other members killed in Colombia
Days after the death of a top Gulf Clan commander, the military said it had killed eight more of the cartel's members and taken two captive.
Daughter uses podcast to try to solve dad's unsolved 2002 murder
Madison McGhee has spent tens of thousands of dollars and interviewed dozens of people to try to solve her father's murder.
Lori Vallow Daybell's Arizona trial continues with witness testimony
Lori Vallow Daybell is accused in Arizona of conspiring to murder her estranged husband, Charles Vallow.
Lori Vallow Daybell trial opening statements
Opening statements began Monday in the trial of a woman facing charges in the death of her fourth husband. Lori Vallow Daybell, who has already been convicted of killing two of her children in a separate trial, has pleaded not guilty in this case. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez is in Phoenix, Arizona, with more.
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Former Navy SEAL makes first space trip
NASA astronaut Jonny Kim is making his first trip to space. It's the latest accomplishment for the former Navy SEAL and Harvard-trained doctor. Mark Strassmann sat down with Kim before his launch and traces his remarkable journey to the stars.
Stars cheer Gayle King's journey to space
With just days to go before liftoff, Gayle King gets a surprise sendoff on "CBS Mornings" from friends and famous faces including Tom Hanks, William Shatner, Bill Nye and Megan Rapinoe.
Revisit the 2024 total solar eclipse with photos and videos
As Americans wait for the next chance to see a total solar eclipse from the U.S., here's a look back at the 2024 event.
Rocket carrying NASA's Jonny Kim, 2 cosmonauts docks with space station
The craft carrying astronaut Jonny Kim and two Russian cosmonauts docked with the space station. They're scheduled for an eight-month stay.
SpaceX Fram2 crew back on Earth
A wealthy bitcoin entrepreneur and three other adventurers returned to Earth aboard a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule after 55 passes above the North and South Poles. CBS News' Bill Harwood has more.
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"Hands Off!": Americans across country protest Trump, Musk
Hundreds of thousands took to the streets, in Washington, D.C. and other cities across the United States, in opposition to the policies of Donald Trump, in the largest protests since he returned to the presidency.
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Husband pieces together wife's last movements to find out how she was killed
A look into a grieving husband Jan Cilliers' investigative work after his wife Christy Giles and her friend Hilda Marcela Cabrales died after a night out.
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.
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Are all Republicans behind tariffs?
Republican lawmakers are navigating the impact of President Trump's tariffs as China retaliates with more taxes on U.S. goods. CBS News' Taurean Small reports as the budget resolution fight in Congress continues.
Deadly roof collapse in Dominican Republic
More than 100 people are dead after the roof collapse at a popular nightclub in the Dominican Republic. Among the victims are a beloved singer and two former Major League Baseball players. At least 150 people were injured in the collapse.
EU considering tariffs on U.S. goods
The European Union is navigating two sides of President Trump's tariffs strategy by offering to drop some tariffs levied on the U.S. but also considering more taxes on agricultural and manufacturing goods, according to Jeanna Smialek, the Brussels bureau chief for The New York Times. Smialek joined CBS News with more.
How latest tariffs could impact consumers
CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady and CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger join "CBS Mornings" to break down the impact of President Trump's latest round of tariffs that took effect Wednesday – from potential price hikes to the stock market.
Trump's reciprocal tariffs take effect
The Trump administration says dozens of countries are trying to reach the president to try to strike deals as his reciprocal tariffs take effect. CBS News' Natalie Brand reports.