Joe Bryant, Philadelphia basketball great and father of Kobe, dies at 69
Joe "Jellybean" Bryant, a former Philadelphia 76ers and La Salle University basketball great and the father of the late, NBA legend Kobe Bryant, has died. He was 69.
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Djokovic honors Kobe Bryant with 24th Grand Slam win
Novak Djokovic won his 24th Grand Slam on Sunday, and used the opportunity to honor someone else who had a connection to the number 24: Kobe Bryant.
Lakers set to unveil Kobe Bryant statue in Los Angeles
The team announced that on Feb 8, 2024, Bryant will become the seventh Laker to be commemorated with a statue.
Nike releases new Kobe Bryant sneaker
Nike has released a new shoe in collaboration with Kobe Bryant's wife, Vanessa, to commemorate what would've been the late basketball star's 45th birthday. Chad Jones, sneaker archivist and co-founder of premium sneaker marketplace Another Lane, joined CBS News to discuss the new shoes.
Taylor Swift hugs Kobe Bryant's daughter during concert
Vanessa Bryant also paid homage to Kobe and Gigi at the concert.
The Saturday Six: Dental device controversy, scientist's bug find and more
In case you missed it, new words were added to Dictionary.com and we learned how to stay safe in the midst of bears. Pro tip: Don't push your slower friends down so you can escape.
Vanessa Bryant, family settle claims over Kobe crash site photos for $28.5M
The claims involved deputies and firefighters sharing grisly photos of the NBA superstar, his 13-year-old daughter and others killed in a 2020 helicopter crash.
Kobe Bryant jersey from MVP season sells for $5.8 million
Bryant wore the iconic jersey during several games of his only MVP season in 2007-08.
Vanessa Bryant to donate trial payout: report
Vanessa Bryant, widow of NBA legend Kobe Bryant, plans to donate the $16 million she was awarded this week in a lawsuit against Los Angeles County, according to the Los Angeles Times. The money will reportedly go to a foundation named in her husband's and daughter's memory.
Vanessa Bryant awarded $16M for crash photos
Kobe Bryant's widow, Vanessa Bryant, was awarded $16 million in a lawsuit where she accused Los Angeles County of negligence and invasion of privacy. She sued over gruesome photos taken at the scene of the helicopter crash that killed her husband and daughter and seven others. Carter Evans has more.
Vanessa Bryant awarded $16M over crash site photos
A jury Wednesday awarded Vanessa Bryant $16 million in the trial over photos of the helicopter crash site where Kobe Bryant and their daughter died, along with seven others. Carter Evans has the latest.
Jury awards Vanessa Bryant $16 million in Kobe Bryant crash site photos trial
A jury ruled that Los Angeles County must pay Kobe Bryant's widow $16 million after deputies and firefighters allegedly took and shared photos of the crash scene.
Vanessa Bryant testifies she fears helicopter crash site photos will surface
The Jan. 26, 2020, crash killed nine people, including the former Lakers star and his 13-year-old daughter, Gianna.
Vanessa Bryant testifies over crash photos
Kobe Bryant's widow Vanessa Bryant took the stand in her civil lawsuit against Los Angeles County over the sharing of photos of the helicopter crash scene where Kobe, their daughter Gianna and 7 others were killed. CBS News legal analyst Jessica Levinson joins anchors Tanya Rivero and Errol Barnett with more on the case.
Deputy who took grisly Kobe Bryant crash photos: "I didn't do anything wrong"
Deputy Doug Johnson as among the first to arrive at the scene of the crash that killed Kobe Bryant, his teen daughter and seven others.
Bryant's lawsuit against LA County underway
More than two years after the death of Kobe Bryant, his 13-year-old daughter, and seven others in a helicopter crash, the trial has begun in his widow's lawsuit against Los Angeles County officials. National correspondent Jericka Duncan reports.
Lawyer says cops, firefighters shared Kobe Bryant crash photos "for a laugh"
Vanessa Bryant's attorney said in his opening statement at her invasion of privacy trial that the cell-phone photos were "visual gossip," and had no official purpose.
Jury selection begins for Vanessa Bryant's lawsuit over crash photos
Vanessa Bryant is suing Los Angeles County public officials for allegedly taking and distributing photos of her late husband's remains.
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Pelosi visits Taiwan amid warnings of China retaliation; Ex-Laker puts championship rings up for auction for Ukraine
Nike extends Kobe Bryant partnership
A new shoe in partnership with Kobe Bryant's estate will honor his daughter Gianna, two years after they were killed in a helicopter crash with proceeds benefiting the Mamba & Mambacita Sports Foundation.
Statue of Kobe and Gianna Bryant placed at crash site on anniversary
The statue's sculptor said he wanted to make the project as a "healing process for fans."
Law enforcement widely shared photos of Kobe Bryant remains: lawsuit
Lawyers for widow Vanessa Bryant allege in the suit that photos of his remains and daughter Gianna's from the helicopter crash site where they died were found on numerous Sheriff's Dept. and firefighter devices.
Staples Center is getting a new name
It could be the largest naming rights deal in history — but for many L.A. sports fans, it's a big mistake.
Kobe Bryant's 2004 sneakers expected to fetch up to $38,000 at auction
Bryant wore the sneakers in a March 17, 2004, victory over the L.A. Clippers, according to the auction house.
L.A. County approves $2.5 million settlement over Kobe Bryant crash photos
The settlement must now be approved by a court.
China says it's raising tariffs on U.S. goods to 125%
They were at 84%. China's move escalates the trade war between the two countries.
5 of 6 victims of Hudson River helicopter crash were tourists from Spain
The victims of the deadly helicopter crash in the Hudson River are starting to be identified, as the investigation continues in NYC.
Inside Buchenwald, 80 years after Edward R. Murrow revealed its horrors
CBS News' Edward R. Murrow was shocked by what he saw at the just-liberated Buchenwald concentration camp in 1945. Work continues to ensure the world never forgets.
Supreme Court rules U.S. must facilitate return of man mistakenly deported
A federal immigration official acknowledged last week that the removal of a Maryland man to El Salvador was an "administrative error."
Trump HHS cuts office that sets poverty levels tied to benefits for 80M people
Recent cuts eliminated a small, specialized workforce that sets the poverty standards determining who is eligible for Medicaid as well as assistance with food, home heating, child care, and more.
U.S. stock futures point to higher Wall Street opening despite China tariffs hike
Dow, S&P and Nasdaq futures were all in the black, though slightly, even though China announced it was raising its tariffs on U.S. goods again, escalating their trade war.
Chicago Cinco de Mayo Parade canceled due to concerns about ICE raids
The Cermak Road Chamber of Commerce said the Mexican community in Chicago is worried about raids by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Trump admin. invalidates Social Security numbers of thousands of immigrants
The move by the Social Security Administration essentially cancels an immigrant's Social Security number and classifies them as dead.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene bought stocks hit hard during market meltdown
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene bought some high profile stocks last week as President Trump's tariffs caused traders to bail out.
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Did a father use his 6-year-old son as an alibi for murder?
Reginald Reed Sr. said he was playing video games with his son, Reginald "Reggie" Reed Jr., when his wife, Selonia Reed, was killed. But detectives doubt his story.
Trump HHS cuts office that sets poverty levels tied to benefits for 80M people
Recent cuts eliminated a small, specialized workforce that sets the poverty standards determining who is eligible for Medicaid as well as assistance with food, home heating, child care, and more.
5 of 6 victims of Hudson River helicopter crash were tourists from Spain
The victims of the Hudson River helicopter crash in NYC have been identified as Siemens executive Agustin Escobar and his family.
Trump admin. invalidates Social Security numbers of thousands of immigrants
The move by the Social Security Administration essentially cancels an immigrant's Social Security number and classifies them as dead.
Autistic Idaho teen allegedly wielding knife shot 9 times by police
Officers say Victor Perez, a mentally and physically disabled autistic teen, wielded a knife when they encountered him in his front yard.
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Trump HHS cuts office that sets poverty levels tied to benefits for 80M people
Recent cuts eliminated a small, specialized workforce that sets the poverty standards determining who is eligible for Medicaid as well as assistance with food, home heating, child care, and more.
U.S. stock futures point to higher Wall Street opening despite China tariffs hike
Dow, S&P and Nasdaq futures were all in the black, though slightly, even though China announced it was raising its tariffs on U.S. goods again, escalating their trade war.
China says it's raising tariffs on U.S. goods to 125%
China says it is raising tariffs on U.S. goods to 125%, escalating the trade war between the two countries.
Trump tariffs raise costs, business risks for NYC garment companies
"A Veronica Beard jacket was $800. Now it's going to be $1,000," one New York City fabric importer said.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene bought stocks hit hard during market meltdown
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene bought some high profile stocks last week as President Trump's tariffs caused traders to bail out.
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Trump HHS cuts office that sets poverty levels tied to benefits for 80M people
Recent cuts eliminated a small, specialized workforce that sets the poverty standards determining who is eligible for Medicaid as well as assistance with food, home heating, child care, and more.
Senate confirms Lt. Gen. Dan "Razin" Caine as Joint Chiefs of Staff chairman
The Senate confirmed retired Air Force Lt. Gen. Dan "Razin" Caine as the next chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff almost two months after President Trump abruptly fired his predecessor.
Trump admin. invalidates Social Security numbers of thousands of immigrants
The move by the Social Security Administration essentially cancels an immigrant's Social Security number and classifies them as dead.
"Gulf of America" in business' name preceded political storm
The name wasn't meant to be a political statement, but a symbol of the local community's connection to the environment.
Impending release of MLK Jr. assassination files opposed by King family
DNI Tulsi Gabbard said Thursday that the assassination files of Martin Luther King Jr. and Robert F. Kennedy would be released in "the next few days."
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CDC's cruise ship inspectors laid off amid bad year for outbreaks
The steep cuts to the cruise ship inspection team baffled officials in the program, which is not paid for by taxpayer dollars.
When should you get the measles vaccine? Here's what to know.
Amid rising measles cases, doctors and health officials are urging anyone who hasn't received the MMR vaccine to get vaccinated.
Extra measles vaccine shot recommended for some domestic travelers
The CDC is now backing an additional measles vaccine shot for some travelers within the United States in response to record outbreaks.
Diabetes in pregnancy linked to higher rates of ADHD, autism in kids, study says
Researchers found the risk is heightened by both gestational diabetes, which can develop during pregnancy, and pre-existing Type 2 diabetes.
CDC faces backlash for cutting sickle cell, adult disability programs
Nearly half of the National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities was laid off.
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Prince Harry makes surprise visit to Ukraine to meet war victims
The Duke of Sussex visited a new rehabilitation clinic for wounded soldiers.
Ancient jawbone found in sea linked to mysterious human ancestors
Relatively little is known about Denisovans, an extinct group of human cousins that interacted with Neanderthals and Homo sapiens.
Inside Buchenwald, 80 years after Edward R. Murrow revealed its horrors
CBS News' Edward R. Murrow was shocked by what he saw at the just-liberated Buchenwald concentration camp in 1945. Work continues to ensure the world never forgets.
Trump envoy Steve Witkoff is in Russia again, Kremlin says
U.S special envoy Steve Witkoff arrived in Russia on Friday, the Kremlin says.
China says it's raising tariffs on U.S. goods to 125%
China says it is raising tariffs on U.S. goods to 125%, escalating the trade war between the two countries.
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Sony wins distribution rights to "Wheel of Fortune," "Jeopardy!"
A Los Angeles court ruled that Sony may take over distribution of "Wheel of Fortune" and "Jeopardy!" which it produces, from CBS.
Yvonne Strahovski teases what's next in final season of "The Handmaid's Tale"
Yvonne Strahovski, who plays Serena Joy Waterford, says the final season of "The Handmaid's Tale" delivers the long-awaited rebellion.
Yvonne Strahovski on "The Handmaid's Tale"
Yvonne Strahovski joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the final season of the Emmy-winning series "The Handmaid's Tale" and what fans can expect from her character's complicated journey.
Meghann Fahy on new movie, "Drop"
Actor Meghann Fahy, best known for her breakout role as Daphne in season two of "The White Lotus," returns to the screen in the psychological thriller "Drop." She plays a widowed mom whose first date turns terrifying after receiving mysterious AirDropped messages.
Tariff impact on U.S, movies in China
President Trump's trade war with China could have an impact on Hollywood. China has demanded censorship on American movies before, but now there are reports of a potential ban. CBS News' Carter Evans has more.
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Apple airlifts iPhones out of India to avoid Trump tariffs, report says
Apple's move to avoid China tariffs had been in the works for months, according to report citing Indian government officials.
Meta whistleblower: Facebook worked with Chinese government to censor posts
Meta whistleblower Sarah Wynn-Williams testified Wednesday afternoon before the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Counterterrorism.
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.
How AI is trained not to spread abuse
New documents obtained by Business Insider show how companies are testing artificial intelligence models to prevent the spread of extreme information about abusive topics. Effie Webb, a tech news fellow at Business Insider, joins CBS News with more.
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 new analysis shows.
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Ancient jawbone found in sea linked to mysterious human ancestors
Relatively little is known about Denisovans, an extinct group of human cousins that interacted with Neanderthals and Homo sapiens.
Scientists map part of a mouse's brain that's so complex it looks like a galaxy
Thanks to a mouse watching clips from "The Matrix," scientists have created the largest functional map of a brain to date.
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.
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Did a father use his 6-year-old son as an alibi for murder?
Reginald Reed Sr. said he was playing video games with his son, Reginald "Reggie" Reed Jr., when his wife, Selonia Reed, was killed. But detectives doubt his story.
Oklahoma woman stole $1.5 million in romance scams, officials say
One victim sold her house to send $600,000, according to an affidavit, while another sent $40,000 in gift cards.
"Freddy Kruegers" and "Peaky Blinders": The mafias terrorizing Ecuador
A flood of cocaine from Colombia and Peru through Ecuadoran ports has created a plethora of mafias with striking names and ferocious reputations.
DOJ wants to reverse these charges
The Department of Justice wants to reverse its course after announcing charges against alleged MS-13 gang leader Henrry Villatoro Santo. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.
Police shoot autistic teen holding knife
A viral video shows the moments when police shot an autistic teen in Pocatello, Idaho, who was wielding a knife. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports.
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NASA nominee testifies on plans for moon mission, Mars
Jared Isaacman, President Trump's nominee to lead NASA, tells lawmakers the space agency can return astronauts to the moon while pursuing flights to Mars.
Tom Hanks, Megan Rapinoe and others wish Gayle King luck before space flight
With just days before her journey to space on a women-led Blue Origin flight, Gayle King gets a surprise sendoff from celebrities, astronauts and friends.
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.
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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.
Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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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Murrow describes Buchenwald in April 1945
On April 15, 1945, CBS correspondent Edward R. Murrow gave a detailed account of what he saw at the Buchenwald concentration camp three days after its liberation. Murrow was among the first people at the scene after the camp's liberation on April 12, 1945.
House adopts Trump budget plan: What to know
House Republican lawmakers voted Thursday to adopt a multi-trillion dollar budget blueprint endorsed by President Trump. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more.
Fed official says no "playbook" for economy woes
As the Fed tries to manage the cooldown of inflation, President Trump's tariff policy has injected a high level of uncertainty into the economy. Austan Goolsbee, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, joins to discuss.
U.S.-China tariffs may leave studios scrambling
The trade war between the U.S. and China may leave Hollywood movie studios scrambling. Carter Evans reports.
2025 Masters Golf Tournament underway
The 2025 Masters Golf Tournament is underway in Augusta, Georgia. Reigning Masters champion Scottie Scheffler is looking to become the first person to win two straight Masters since Tiger Woods more than 20 years ago. CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry has all the details.