Angela Bassett, Mel Brooks to receive honorary Oscars
The honorary Oscar statuette is given to honor lifetime achievements, contributions to the motion picture industry or service to the Academy.
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Actor Jay Ellis on "The Takeout"
"History of the World: Part II" actor Jay Ellis and showrunner David Stassen join Major Garrett on "The Takeout" to discuss the impact Mel Brooks has had on American comedy and how they wanted to honor him with the show. Ellis discusses how he portrayed Jesus in the show and why they compared him to The Beatles' John Lennon.
The art of funnyman Carl Reiner
Carl Reiner's comedy – from creating "The Dick Van Dyke Show," to directing films and sharing the stage with friend Mel Brooks – shaped our culture with humor that spanned generations. Now, two years after his death, the National Comedy Center, in Jamestown, New York, has named its extensive comedy archives in his honor. Correspondent Jim Axelrod talked with the funnyman's children – actor and director Rob Reiner, psychoanalyst Annie Reiner, and artist Lucas Reiner – about their dad's museum-quality legacy.
Carl Reiner's family discusses Mel Brooks' touching tribute
In this preview of a story to air on "CBS Sunday Morning" January 1, the children of comedy legend Carl Reiner – Rob, Annie and Lucas – talk about how filmmaker Mel Brooks continued a long tradition at the Reiner household for a year after their dad died in 2020.
The Automat: A look back at the future of dining
For much of the 20th century, Horn & Hardart's gleaming, self-service eateries dispensed comfort foods, pies and coffee at the drop of a coin.
Carl Reiner, a founding father of TV comedy
Carl Reiner, the legendary comedy actor, writer, director and producer, died Monday at the age of 98. Correspondent Mo Rocca talks with two of his longtime friends – TV producer Norman Lear, and actor Dick Van Dyke – about Reiner's extraordinary life and career, from creating classics like "The Dick Van Dyke Show," to playing second banana to Mel Brooks' "2000-Year-Old Man."
Mel Brooks, Carl Reiner and George Takei on getting through a national crisis
For millions of Americans, these are challenging times. For some insight into resilience from a generation that survived a depression and world war, Turner Classic Movies host Ben Mankiewicz turns to funnymen Mel Brooks and Carl Reiner. Via cyberchat, the two comedy writers, who first met in the 1950s ("Call it laugh at first sight"), talk about enduring World War II and coming out on top. Mankiewicz also talks with "Star Trek" actor and activist George Takei (who as a child was detained in a Japanese-American internment camp in the 1940s) about what Americans look for when facing an uncertain future.
Mel Brooks, Carl Reiner and George Takei with advice for the "Next-Greatest Generation"
The comedy writers and "Star Trek" actor offer some insight into resilience for challenging times, from a generation that survived a depression and world war
"Jojo Rabbit" writer-director Taika Waititi: Comedy is a powerful weapon against dictators
The Oscar-nominated WWII satire about a 10-year-old Hitler Youth and his imaginary friend Adolf Hitler, interjects humor into a poignant story of Germany under fascism
Mel Brooks on the love of his life, Anne Bancroft, and comedy that's not PC
The "Producers" director and the Oscar-winning actress were inseparable for 41 years, and had more in common than one might think
Mel Brooks on comedy and love
Turner Classic Movies host Ben Mankiewicz sits down with director and comedy writer Mel Brooks, now 93, who opens up about his politically-incorrect films like "Blazing Saddles" and "The Producers," and whether they could be made today; and about his relationship with his soulmate, actress Anne Bancroft, with whom he was married for 41 years until her death in 2005.
Mel Brooks mocks Mike Wallace
Mike Wallace set out to interview Mel Brooks about his new show "The Producers," but Brooks had another idea
Calendar: Week of June 26
From a Harry Potter anniversary to the start of the Tour de France, "Sunday Morning" takes a look at some notable events of the week ahead
President Obama honors twelve at National Medal of Arts ceremony
The list of this year's honorees includes actors Mel Brooks and Morgan Freeman, as well as composer Philip Glass and author Sandra Cisneros
"Young Frankenstein" to screen in 500 theaters
“Young Frankenstein” will come alive in theaters once again on Oct. 5, with a live introduction from writer-director Mel Brooks
“Blazing Saddles,” “Willy Wonka” returning to theaters
Fans longing to celebrate the late Gene Wilder are in luck
Remembering a comedic icon
Actor and comedian Gene Wilder has died at 83 years old. CBS News correspondent Jamie Wax joins CBSN with more on his accomplishments as an actor.
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The actor brought a deft comedic touch to such unforgettable roles as the neurotic accountant in “The Producers” and the deranged animator of “Young Frankenstein”
Celebrities react to Gene Wilder's death
Hollywood was rocked by news Monday that comic legend Gene Wilder had passed away
Gene Wilder dies
Actor Gene Wilder, known for his roles in "Young Frankenstein" and "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory," has died at the age of 83. CBSN's Elaine Quijano and Errol Barnett have more details.
Gene Wilder dead at 83
Actor and writer Gene Wilder, the star of such classics as “Young Frankenstein,” "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory" and “Blazing Saddles,” has died
Calendar: Week of June 27
From Mel Brooks' 90th birthday to World UFO Day, "Sunday Morning" takes a look at some notable events of the week ahead
Republicans win House control, CBS News projects
Republicans win control of the House of Representatives after also retaking the Senate, CBS News projects.
Senate Republicans elect John Thune to lead after 17-year McConnell run
Sen. John Thune of South Dakota won on the second round of voting against Sen. John Cornyn of Texas in the race for Senate Republican leader.
Biden tells Trump "welcome back" during Oval Office meeting
President Biden and President-elect Donald Trump both promised a "smooth" transition.
Trump to nominate Matt Gaetz for attorney general
Trump will nominate Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz to serve as attorney general, according to a social media post.
Trump taps former Rep. Tulsi Gabbard for director of national intelligence
Tulsi Gabbard represented Hawaii in the U.S. House from 2013 to 2021.
The megadonors who fueled Trump and the GOP and what's behind their giving
Who are the high rollers who bankrolled Trump and Republicans in the 2024 election, and what do they want in return for their generosity?
Many more seniors are getting COVID shots this year, CDC reports
Nearly 4 in 10 seniors have gotten vaccinated for COVID so far this year.
Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes' homes were broken into just days apart
Patrick Mahomes called the break-in "frustrating" and "disappointing," and said the investigation is ongoing.
These House seats are still undecided
CBS News projects Republicans will hold on to control of the House, with a handful of seats still undecided.
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McDonald's E. coli outbreak has sickened more than 100 people
Illnesses linked to slivered onions on McDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers expand to 14 states, federal officials say.
23andMe customer? What to know about the privacy of your genetic data.
Concerns about 23andMe's business prospects is raising questions about the genetic testing company's customer data.
Many more seniors are getting COVID shots this year, CDC reports
Nearly 4 in 10 seniors have gotten vaccinated for COVID so far this year.
KFC sues Church's Texas Chicken over "original recipe" ad claims
KFC takes smaller competitor to court over wording rather than ingredients in touting its chicken.
Trump to nominate Matt Gaetz for attorney general
Trump will nominate Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz to serve as attorney general, according to a social media post.
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McDonald's E. coli outbreak has sickened more than 100 people
Illnesses linked to slivered onions on McDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers expand to 14 states, federal officials say.
23andMe customer? What to know about the privacy of your genetic data.
Concerns about 23andMe's business prospects is raising questions about the genetic testing company's customer data.
KFC sues Church's Texas Chicken over "original recipe" ad claims
KFC takes smaller competitor to court over wording rather than ingredients in touting its chicken.
Women suing over Idaho abortion ban said they felt like "medical refugees"
One couple took out a loan to cover the out-of-network costs of an abortion and drove eight hours to a hospital in the neighboring state.
The Guardian to stop posting on X, calling it "a toxic media platform"
The Guardian says benefits of being on Elon Musk's social media platform X are outweighed by its "often disturbing content."
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Recount triggered in Pa. Senate race as McCormick heads to D.C.
Sen. Bob Casey is locked in a tight race with Dave McCormick in Pennsylvania. There will be an automatic recount of the votes, state officials say.
Biden meets with families of American hostages held by Hamas
President Biden met Wednesday with the families of American hostages held in Gaza.
Trump to nominate Matt Gaetz for attorney general
Trump will nominate Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz to serve as attorney general, according to a social media post.
Trump taps former Rep. Tulsi Gabbard for director of national intelligence
Tulsi Gabbard represented Hawaii as a Democrat in the U.S. House from 2013 to 2021.
The Guardian to stop posting on X, calling it "a toxic media platform"
The Guardian says benefits of being on Elon Musk's social media platform X are outweighed by its "often disturbing content."
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McDonald's E. coli outbreak has sickened more than 100 people
Illnesses linked to slivered onions on McDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers expand to 14 states, federal officials say.
23andMe customer? What to know about the privacy of your genetic data.
Concerns about 23andMe's business prospects is raising questions about the genetic testing company's customer data.
Many more seniors are getting COVID shots this year, CDC reports
Nearly 4 in 10 seniors have gotten vaccinated for COVID so far this year.
Why do we cry? An expert explains the science behind it.
Why do we cry? There's actually some good reasons for it — and an explanation for why shedding some tears can make us feel better.
Women suing over Idaho abortion ban said they felt like "medical refugees"
One couple took out a loan to cover the out-of-network costs of an abortion and drove eight hours to a hospital in the neighboring state.
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Biden meets with families of American hostages held by Hamas
President Biden met Wednesday with the families of American hostages held in Gaza.
Spain arrests top police officer after over $21 million found in home
Spanish police arrested Oscar Sanchez Gil along with 15 other people as part of a probe into the country's largest-ever cocaine bust.
Next tropical weather threat forming in the Caribbean
The last day of the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season is Nov. 30, but as we near that finishing line, the Caribbean has other thoughts in mind.
Remains of U.S. WWII airman identified after dying as prisoner of war
U.S. Army Air Forces Pvt. 1st Class Bernard J. Calvi, 23, died in a prisoner of war camp in the Philippines during World War II.
Ukraine says Russian naval commander killed with car bomb in Crimea
"The Russian captain's legs were blown off and he died of blood loss," a Ukrainian security official told the AFP news agency about the assassination.
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Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes' homes were broken into just days apart
Patrick Mahomes called the break-in "frustrating" and "disappointing," and said the investigation is ongoing.
Lacey Chabert on new holiday films
The "Queen of Hallmark Christmas" Lacey Chabert joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss her new holiday film "Hot Frosty" and "The Christmas Quest," which is her 15th Hallmark Christmas film.
Inside L.A.'s legendary Petersen Museum
Cruising through Los Angeles in an open-top sports car epitomizes the California dream. That's why LA naturally became home to one of the world's finest car collections, the Petersen Automotive Museum, now marking its 30th anniversary. For car enthusiast Jay Leno, it's a beloved destination.
John Driskell Hopkins on new song and $3 million donation for ALS research
After his ALS diagnosis, Zac Brown Band's John Driskell Hopkins plans to donate $3 million to fund research through his "Hop On A Cure" foundation and released a new single titled "Each Other."
Vanity Fair's Hollywood Issue cover revealed
Vanity Fair's Hollywood issue celebrates nearly 30 years of spotlighting actors shaping the industry. This year's cover stars include veteran icons like Nicole Kidman and Zoe Saldana, and recent breakout stars like Glen Powell and Sydney Sweeney among the 12 honorees. Editor-in-chief Radhika Jones has more.
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The Guardian to stop posting on X, calling it "a toxic media platform"
The Guardian says benefits of being on Elon Musk's social media platform X are outweighed by its "often disturbing content."
Amazon debuts Amazon Haul with "crazy low prices." Here's what to know.
Amazon rolls out a new shopping service, dubbed Amazon Haul, that sells items for $20 or less.
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.
Technology helps preserve memories
When climate disasters hit, important memories stored in photos and other artifacts can be lost forever. Dave Malkoff takes a look at how technology is being used to help preserve those memories.
When Trump's victory became clear, online claims of election fraud quieted
As votes were tallied and it became clear that Trump was on his way to victory, the deluge of posts questioning the integrity of the election fell to a trickle.
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Surfboards with lights could deter shark attacks: "Invisibility cloak"
Seal-shaped boards decked with bright horizontal lights were less likely to be attacked by great white sharks, researchers found.
Trump officials likely to reverse drilling waste "methane fee" EPA is imposing
Oil and natural gas companies will have to pay a federal fee if they emit methane above certain levels under a rule being finalized by the Biden administration that incoming Trump officials are likely to reverse.
Site of ancient, key battle in Iraq found using spy satellite images
1970s-era U.S. spy satellite imagery has led archeologists to what they believe is the site of a seventh-century battle that was decisive in the spread of Islam in the region.
Who is Lee Zeldin, Trump's pick for EPA head?
President-elect Donald Trump announced on Monday that he would nominate former Republican Rep. Lee Zeldin of New York to lead the Environmental Protection Agency. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter joins to discuss the move.
Crews working to contain U.S. wildfires
Multiple wildfires are burning across the Northeastern U.S. and crews say they are making some headway as they battle a massive wildfire in Southern California. Tom Hanson and Tina Patel have the latest.
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Kelce's and Mahomes' homes burglarized
The FBI is reportedly investigating burglaries at the homes of Kansas City Chiefs stars Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce. The string of burglaries happened early last month while neither of them were home. At least $20,000 in cash was taken from Kelce's home. Neither one has addressed the burglaries publicly.
Former prosecutor is arrested in beheading of mayor in Mexico
Germán Reyes was arrested on charges of homicide for the killing of Alejandro Arcos just a week after he took office as mayor, officials said.
Kouri Richins, Utah mom charged with poisoning husband, denied bail
A judge denied bail for Kouri Richins a second time on Tuesday, ordering the Utah mom to remain in jail until she goes on trial for allegedly fatally poisoning her husband in 2022.
Pentagon leaker gets 15-year sentence
A judge on Tuesday sentenced former Massachusetts Air National Guard member Jack Teixeira to 15 years in prison for leaking classified Pentagon documents on social media. The 22-year-old pleaded guilty to six counts of violating the Espionage Act in March. CBS News Justice Department reporter Robert Legare has more.
Microchipped dog helps Texas police identify woman's killer
Officials who responded to a burning body found a dog nearby. The animal refused to leave the scene.
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Astronauts decline to answer questions about post-flight medical issue
Medical issues aside, the astronauts described a water leak in June that triggered a blizzard in the International Space Station's airlock.
Cargo ship brings science gear, holiday treats to space station crew
With an Election Day docking, the cargo ship delivered 3 tons of supplies and equipment, including an unusual wooden satellite.
The Taurid meteor showers will peak a week apart in November
Two sister meteor showers are already flashing across night skies — and will peak a week apart.
"Halloween comet" disintegrates after flying close to the sun, video shows
NASA confirmed its sun-observing spacecraft captured the moment when the comet Atlas broke into chunks this week as it passed close to the sun.
Chinese space station gets new crew
A Chinese spacecraft carrying a three-person crew, including the country's first female space engineer, has successfully docked with China's orbiting space station. The launch comes as Beijing works to expand its space exploration and put a person on the moon by 2030.
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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.
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.
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.
Evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case
A look at the evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case; plus, newly revealed letters from the man police say wanted to be like fictional serial killer Dexter Morgan.
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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Which Trump picks could see confirmation woes?
Several of President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet picks have generated controversy. CBS News political director Fin Gómez examines who could face the most trouble in the confirmation process.
What to know about new inflation data
if a rise in inflation becomes a trend it could affect the Federal Reserve's quest to reach its target rates and keep the economy healthy. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady has more on the new data.
Trump to nominate Gaetz as attorney general
President-elect Donald Trump's transition team has announced his pick for attorney general: Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz of Florida. In a statement, the Trump team said Gaetz is "a champion for the constitution and the rule of law." CBS News political reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more.
Future of health insurance subsidies
Millions of Americans could lose enhanced subsidies that currently help with the cost of health insurance purchased through the Affordable Care Act's marketplaces, according to experts. CBS MoneyWatch reporter Megan Cerullo has more.
FAA bans U.S.-Haiti flights for 30 days
The Federal Aviation Administration temporarily banned U.S.-Haiti flights for 30 days after planes coming from Florida and New York were struck by gunfire in Port-au-Prince. Christopher Hernandez-Roy, the deputy director and senior fellow of the Americas Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins CBS News with more on Haiti's violence.