Baseball's pitch to put more women in the stands
Major League Baseball teams are going all out to make them feel welcome, even though many are already die-hard fans
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Fans left frustrated after Cubs "missed the mark" on restrooms
With Wrigley Field renovations limiting bathrooms, many spurned long lines to relieve themselves in plastic cups or on the nearest wall
Major League Baseball is back tonight, but the Wrigley Field remains unfinished
Major League Baseball is back tonight with the Cubs hosting the Cardinals at historic Wrigley Field. While the field has been undergoing a 4-year, $575 million renovation, it remains unfinished. WBBM's Chris Martinez reports.
The Major League Baseball season begins tomorrow night, but the sport already had its first scandal
The Major League Baseball season begins tomorrow night, but the sport already had its first scandal. Marlins Pitcher Jarred Cosart has been fined by the MLB for gambling. He's been fined an undisclosed amount for violating a Major League rule against betting. Vinita Nair tells us more.
Iraq war veteran, amputee gets tryout with Detroit Tigers
In 2006, Daniel Jacobs lost his left leg in Iraq; this month, he's taking swings at a MLB tryout camp in Florida
MLB player lives in a van behind Florida Wal-Mart
Despite a $2 million signing bonus, Blue Jays pitcher Daniel Norris opts to shack up in a 1978 Volkswagon camper
He joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss his newest installment called "Out at Home"
Cal Ripken, Jr. spent his 21-year career as a shortstop and third baseman for the Baltimore Orioles. "The Iron Man" will always be known for playing a record 2,632 consecutive games in 17 seasons. Now, in retirement, Ripken enjoys sharing his life experiences with kids through a series of books. He joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss his newest installment called "Out at Home."
It’s no secret that baseball games can be slow-paced, so the MLB is changing some rules to speed things up
It’s no secret that baseball games can be slow-paced, so the MLB is changing some rules to speed things up. Co-Host of CBS Sports Radio’s “Tiki and Tierney With Tiki Barber” Brandon Tierney, joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to tell us more.
The retired Major League Baseball commissioner addresses the question of whether the league has dropped the ball in drafting diverse players
When asked whether the league has dropped the ball in drafting diverse players, retired Major League Baseball Commissioner Bud Selig tells "CBS This Morning" co-host Charlie Rose about the "significant improvement" that will play out in the next few years.
The retired Major League Baseball commissioner shares the qualities that made the former Yankees star the "face of baseball"
Retired Major League Baseball Commissioner Bud Selig shares the qualities that made former Yankees star Derek Jeter the "face of baseball."
The retired Major League Baseball commissioner tells Charlie Rose why he decided not to reinstate the former star player after his gambling scandal
Retired Major League Baseball Commissioner Bud Selig tells "CBS This Morning" co-host Charlie Rose about his meeting with Pete Rose and why he decided not to reinstate the former star player after his gambling scandal.
After more than two decades at the helm of Major League Baseball, Selig has retired as the game's commissioner
After more than two decades at the helm of Major League Baseball, Selig has retired as the game's commissioner. In his first interview since stepping down, Selig sits down with "CBS This Morning" co-host Charlie Rose and looks back on a sport that has enjoyed economic expansion and endured great controversy.
Chicago Cubs' newest pitcher Jon Lester, upstaged by his son at his press conference.
Chicago Cubs' newest pitcher Jon Lester, one of MLB's most sought after free agents, got upstaged by his son at his press conference.
Former MLB player/manager tells CBS News' Lauren Moraski about his battle with prostate cancer and what men should know about treatment options
Former MLB player/manager tells CBS News' Lauren Moraski about his battle with prostate cancer and what men should know about treatment options
The Baseball Hall of Famer tells CBS News' Lauren Moraski about his Safe at Home Foundation and how he thinks the NFL handled the recent domestic violence controversy
The Baseball Hall of Famer tells CBS News' Lauren Moraski about his Safe at Home Foundation and how he thinks the NFL handled the recent domestic violence controversy
Former MLB player/manager chimes in on the race to the World Series
Former MLB player/manager chimes in on the race to the World Series
"Face the Nation" host Bob Schieffer says departing New York Yankee Derek Jeter was a good role model for young baseball players
"Face the Nation" host Bob Schieffer says departing New York Yankee Derek Jeter was a good role model for young baseball players.
Both the Baseball Hall of Fame and the village of Cooperstown are already thinking about 2020, when Yankees' legend Derek Jeter will be eligible for induction
Both the Baseball Hall of Fame and the village of Cooperstown are already thinking about 2020, when Yankees' legend Derek Jeter will be eligible for induction. The upstate New York town typically welcomes 50,000 fans for an average induction ceremony, but many more are expected when Jeter eventually gets the call. WTVH-TV's Alex Dunbar reports.
Major League Baseball owners elected Rob Manfred as new commissioner
Major League Baseball owners elected Rob Manfred, baseball's number 2 executive under Commissioner Bud Selig. Red Sox Chairman Tom Wrener talks about the election and the future of the MLB.
"CBS This Morning" takes a look at some of the headlines from around the globe
Rob Manfred will be replacing 80-year-old Bud Selig in January. Also, the Ebola outbreak in West Africa is much worse than numbers show. "CBS This Morning" takes a look at some of the headlines from around the globe.
An upstart family business in Norwalk, Conn., has managed to carve out a place in the majors and put their bats in the hands of more than 160 professional baseball players
Big-name brands like Louisville Slugger and Rawlings have long dominated major league baseball. But an upstart family business in Norwalk, Conn., has managed to carve out a place in the majors and put their bats in the hands of more than 160 professional baseball players. Vinita Nair reports.
The full episode of the CBS Evening News from July 15, 2014
Severe thunderstorms tore through parts of Maryland, Virginia, New Jersey and New York Tuesday. The storms ran along the edge of a bubble of cold air that has caused the Midwest to experience below normal temperatures; and, an upstart family business in Norwalk, Conn., has managed to carve out a place in the majors and put their bats in the hands of more than 160 professional baseball players.
Marty Appel, author of “Pinstripe Empire,” joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to discuss Babe Ruth’s lasting impact on the game of baseball
Marty Appel, author of “Pinstripe Empire,” joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to discuss Babe Ruth’s lasting impact on the game of baseball.
"Blood Sport: Alex Rodriguez, Biogenesis, and the Quest to End Baseball's Steroid Era" is a new book that details the MLB's crusade against steroid use and Alex Rodriguez's involvement with performance enhancing drugs during his career
"Blood Sport: Alex Rodriguez, Biogenesis, and the Quest to End Baseball's Steroid Era" is a new book that details the MLB's crusade against steroid use and Alex Rodriguez's involvement with performance enhancing drugs during his career. Authors Tim Elfrink and Gus Garcia-Roberts join the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts for their first interview.
Every Major League Baseball player will wear a commemorative patch on July 4, and $300,000 will be donated to ALS research
Every Major League Baseball player will wear a commemorative patch on July 4, and $300,000 will be donated to ALS research. Anthony Mason reports.
Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah killed in Israeli strike in Beirut
Hassan Nasrallah, the longtime leader of Iran-backed Hezbollah, was killed in an airstrike in Lebanon's capital Beirut.
Who was Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah?
Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah was killed during a massive airstrike in Beirut, Lebanon on Friday.
Helene slams Southeast, killing at least 45 people; millions without power
Millions of customers in several states were in the dark as Helene moved inland from the Big Bend area of Florida's Gulf Coast.
Harris vows to keep Biden's border crackdown
During a visit to the U.S.-Mexico border, Vice President Kamala Harris said she intends to keep President Biden's asylum crackdown in place.
Maps show voter registration options and deadlines for 2024 election
In most states, those who wish to vote have more than one option that makes it easier and more convenient to register or update their registration than in past years.
Mark Robinson, North Carolina GOP gubernatorial candidate, treated for burns
This follows a bombshell report last week which found that Robinson had posted racist and sexually explicit comments online.
Dozens airlifted from Tennessee hospital roof amid flooding
Authorities have successfully airlifted over 50 people stranded by fast-moving flood waters from the roof of a hospital in Erwin, in eastern Tennessee.
White Sox set MLB record with 121st loss of the season
The record comes in a season in which the White Sox had multiple double-digit losing streaks and fired manager Pedro Grifol.
A birth injury left him in agony. A complex surgery "changed everything"
Tyler Theroux was born with a brachial plexus injury that would eventually leave him depressed and in extreme pain. A complex surgery finally provided relief.
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Maps show voter registration options and deadlines for 2024 election
In most states, those who wish to vote have more than one option that makes it easier and more convenient to register or update their registration than in past years.
Arkansas couple accused of trying to sell baby for beer, money
Darien Urban, 21, and Shalene Ehlers, 20, the baby's parents were arrested after they allegedly tried to sell their 2-month-old baby because having three dogs and an infant was "not working."
Mark Robinson, North Carolina GOP gubernatorial candidate, treated for burns
This follows a bombshell report last week which found that Robinson had posted racist and sexually explicit comments online.
Ohio man's Halloween display becomes source of joy to cancer patient
Bill Pyles' Halloween display in Oxford, Ohio, often resulted in a steady stream of hate mail from angry neighbors.
Army doctor reaches plea deal in sexual misconduct case
Maj. Michael Stockin, an Army physician accused by more than 40 patients of sexual misconduct, has reached a plea deal with prosecutors, his attorney says.
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Southwest is renovating its cabins. Here's what the planes will look like.
Bigger bins and premium-priced seating with added legroom are just some of the changes the carrier is betting will win over customers.
Hurricane Helene hits homeowners already facing soaring insurance costs
Rising Florida home insurance rates, which surged 45% from 2017 to 2022, are likely to keep climbing along with the mercury, experts say.
Amazon, Walmart still sell older dressers that pose tip-over risk, CR finds
Loophole in law means potentially deadly furniture is still being sold by major retailers, advocacy group cautions.
Key U.S. inflation gauge shows prices continued cooling in August
Grocery costs barely rose last month, according to Friday's report, and energy costs dropped 0.8%, led by cheaper gasoline.
White House urges dockworkers and East Coast ports to avoid strike
A government task force is ready to help minimize supply-chain disruptions in case of a prolonged East Coast port strike, Biden administration says
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Maps show voter registration options and deadlines for 2024 election
In most states, those who wish to vote have more than one option that makes it easier and more convenient to register or update their registration than in past years.
Mark Robinson, North Carolina GOP gubernatorial candidate, treated for burns
This follows a bombshell report last week which found that Robinson had posted racist and sexually explicit comments online.
Supreme Court denies RFK Jr.'s bid to be reinstated to New York ballot
Despite suspending his campaign, the independent presidential candidate was fighting to have his name restored to the state's ballot.
How the VP debate rules will work for the Walz-Vance 2024 showdown
Here are the rules of the CBS News vice presidential debate between JD Vance and Tim Walz.
Key U.S. inflation gauge shows prices continued cooling in August
Grocery costs barely rose last month, according to Friday's report, and energy costs dropped 0.8%, led by cheaper gasoline.
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A birth injury left him in agony. A complex surgery "changed everything"
Tyler Theroux was born with a brachial plexus injury that would eventually leave him depressed and in extreme pain. A complex surgery finally provided relief.
Amazon, Walmart still sell older dressers that pose tip-over risk, CR finds
Loophole in law means potentially deadly furniture is still being sold by major retailers, advocacy group cautions.
USDA had cut back on listeria testing, ahead of deadly Boar's Head outbreak
Officials claim the changes "had no bearing" on Boar's Head's now-shuttered plant.
Alcohol can increase your cancer risk. Here's what experts want you to know.
Many Americans are unaware of the connection between drinking and cancer risk, despite growing research that points to the negative health impacts of alcohol.
Gov. Newsom signs law to shed light on newborn DNA storage, prompted by 10-year CBS News California investigation
Gov. Gavin Newsom signs law prompted by a decade-long CBS News California investigation into California's newborn genetic biobank.
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At least 32 dead after flooding in Nepal's capital; another dozen missing
Flooding caused by rainfall has killed at least 32 people in Nepal's capital of Kathmandu. Another 12 are missing, police said Saturday.
At least 17 killed in 2 mass shootings in the same town in South Africa
A search was underway for the suspects, national police spokesperson Brig. Athlenda Mathe said in a statement regarding the two mass shootings in South Africa.
Who was Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah?
Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah was killed during a massive airstrike in Beirut, Lebanon on Friday.
Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah killed in Israeli strike in Beirut
Hassan Nasrallah, the longtime leader of Iran-backed Hezbollah, was killed in an airstrike in Lebanon's capital Beirut.
50 "exceptionally well-preserved" Viking skeletons unearthed in Denmark
The Viking burial ground, used during the 9th and 10th centuries, was discovered on the southern outskirts of the village of Åsum.
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2024 New York Film Festival opens with star-filled lineup
The festival, which runs through Oct. 14, features new films starring Adrien Brody, Daniel Craig, Tilda Swinton, Julianne Moore, Saoirse Ronan, Naomi Watts and Bill Murray.
Richard Powers talks new book "Playground"
Richard Powers has been writing for decades, after a career as a computer programmer. In 2019, his nature-inspired book "The Overstory" took home a Pulitzer Prize. His newest book, "Playground," also focuses on the natural world, this time paying homage to our oceans, celebrating their beauty and raising concern for the future. Jeff Glor has more.
How V.E. Schwab is redefining fantasy
Author V.E. Schwab has written nearly two dozen books since making her debut in 2011. Her novels feature modern characters and twisty plots, and are helping redefine the fantasy genre. Dana Jacobson has more.
Preview: Chris Martin and Jonny Buckland of Coldplay
In this preview of an interview to be broadcast on "CBS Sunday Morning" September 29, correspondent Anthony Mason talks with Chris Martin and Jonny Buckland of the rock band Coldplay about their massively-successful world tour.
Recipe: Ina Garten's Fresh Whiskey Sours
A simple cocktail recipe, from the author of the New York Times bestseller, "Barefoot Contessa at Home."
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Top staff leave OpenAI amid for-profit push
Top U.S. artificial intelligence startup OpenAI took a hit Thursday after three of its top executives exited the company. The departures come as CEO Sam Altman is reportedly preparing to turn OpenAI into a traditional for-profit company. Connie Guglielmo, senior vice president focused on AI edit strategy for CNET, joins CBS News to examine the future of the startup.
Super Micro Computer shares plunge on report of federal probe
Super Micro Computer's stock price fell sharply after the Wall Street Journal reported the company faces a federal investigation.
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.
Here are the celebrity voices Meta now uses for its AI chatbots
Meta AI will talk to you in the voice of a handful of celebrities, Mark Zuckerberg announced today.
Bieber song about "'Diddy' party" is likely AI-generated, researchers say
CBS News found the song has been used in more than 4,500 TikTok videos alone, with some users believing it's a song released by Bieber.
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50 "exceptionally well-preserved" Viking skeletons unearthed in Denmark
The Viking burial ground, used during the 9th and 10th centuries, was discovered on the southern outskirts of the village of Åsum.
How the 2015 Paris Agreement came together
Nine years after it was negotiated, the Paris Climate Agreement continues to serve as a blueprint for global environmental goals. Todd Stern, the top U.S. negotiator for the deal, outlines the years-long process it took to reach the landmark agreement in his new book, "Landing the Paris Climate Agreement: How It Happened, Why It Matters and What Comes Next." Stern joins CBS News to look back at the talks.
Climate change views in Florida and Texas
Florida is bracing for the wrath of Hurricane Helene. A common question that scientists face during natural disasters like this is: Has climate change impacted their severity? CBS News Miami investigative reporter Jim Defede and CBS News Texas investigative reporter Brian New break down how lawmakers and residents in their states view climate change amid natural disasters.
Why are houses collapsing on Outer Banks?
Three houses have collapsed into the ocean in Rodanthe, North Carolina, in less than a week — and they're likely not the last. Here's why.
California officials on climate change laws
President Biden touted his administration's climate progress at the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday. But in California, lawmakers have often been ahead of the federal government's climate policy, although they are not always aligned. CBS News California investigative correspondent Julie Watts has more.
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Arkansas couple accused of trying to sell baby for beer, money
Darien Urban, 21, and Shalene Ehlers, 20, the baby's parents were arrested after they allegedly tried to sell their 2-month-old baby because having three dogs and an infant was "not working."
At least 17 killed in 2 mass shootings in the same town in South Africa
A search was underway for the suspects, national police spokesperson Brig. Athlenda Mathe said in a statement regarding the two mass shootings in South Africa.
Army doctor reaches plea deal in sexual misconduct case
Maj. Michael Stockin, an Army physician accused by more than 40 patients of sexual misconduct, has reached a plea deal with prosecutors, his attorney says.
Eric Adams pleads not guilty
New York City Mayor Eric Adams appeared in court Friday and pleaded not guilty to federal charges against him. CBS News' Nikki Battiste was in court while the Adams' arraignment took place.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams arraigned
New York City Mayor Eric Adams was arraigned Friday, a day after a federal indictment outlined alleged crimes Adams carried out involving a foreign government. CBS News' Nikki Battiste was in court.
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SpaceX prepares to launch crewed mission
Later today, the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft is set to launch a crewed mission to the International Space Station. The craft is also set to bring back the two astronauts who have been waiting for a ride home since June.
Crew Dragon set for first Cape Canaveral launch to space station
A NASA astronaut and a Russian cosmonaut will join the Starliner astronauts for a normal tour of duty
2 cosmonauts, NASA astronaut return to Earth after marathon mission
The Soyuz landing in Kazakhstan sets the stage for launch of a SpaceX Crew Dragon flight to the space station Thursday.
"Mini-moon" to temporarily orbit Earth
For the next two months, Earth will have a "mini-moon" when a small asteroid temporarily orbits the planet. Scientists say the asteroid, which is only 33 feet long, will enter Earth's gravity in a horseshoe orbit September 29 before leaving on November 25. Most people won't get a glimpse of this mini-moon though, it's too small to see without professional equipment.
Earth will get a second moon for nearly 57 days this year
The asteroid was discovered in August and is set to become a mini-moon, spinning around Earth in a horseshoe shape for about two months.
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Richard Powers talks new book "Playground"
Richard Powers has been writing for decades, after a career as a computer programmer. In 2019, his nature-inspired book "The Overstory" took home a Pulitzer Prize. His newest book, "Playground," also focuses on the natural world, this time paying homage to our oceans, celebrating their beauty and raising concern for the future. Jeff Glor has more.
How V.E. Schwab is redefining fantasy
Author V.E. Schwab has written nearly two dozen books since making her debut in 2011. Her novels feature modern characters and twisty plots, and are helping redefine the fantasy genre. Dana Jacobson has more.
SpaceX prepares to launch crewed mission
Later today, the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft is set to launch a crewed mission to the International Space Station. The craft is also set to bring back the two astronauts who have been waiting for a ride home since June.
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Ta-Nehisi Coates talks new book "The Message"
Author Ta-Nehisi Coates has gained worldwide acclaim for his cultural commentary on race, class and division. His latest release, "The Message" revisits those themes while taking readers on a global journey he's been waiting his whole life to make. Michelle Miller reports.