Miami Heat player suspended for a week over anti-Semitic slur
The league commissioner said Meyers Leonard's language "was inexcusable and hurtful and such an offensive term has no place in the NBA or in our society."
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NBA investigating Meyers Leonard's use of anti-Semitic slur
Leonard uttered the slur while streaming himself playing "Call of Duty: Warzone" on Monday.
NBA players promote social justice reform
The city of Atlanta will host the NBA All-Star game on Sunday. The event comes as Congress prepares to vote on legislation that would challenge attempts by Republican-led states to impose new voting restrictions. A collective of NBA players have teamed up to create "More Than a Vote," which is an advocacy group combating voter suppression efforts. CBS News political contributor Antjuan Seawright joins CBSN with more.
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Marathon reading of $1.9 trillion relief bill delays Senate; NBA All-Star game referees set to make history
Shaquille O'Neal hopes fans returning is a "sign we might be turning a corner"
Earlier this week, New York joined several states in reopening indoor sports arenas to a limited number of fans.
Kyrie Irving wants NBA to honor Kobe Bryant with new logo
My thing is paying homage to the example that has been set by that man," Irving said.
Michael Jordan gifts $10M to Novant Health
NBA superstar Michael Jordan announced he is making a $10 million donation to Novant Health, to open new health clinics in his hometown of Wilmington, North Carolina. The news comes after he donated $7 million in 2017 to open two clinics in Charlotte, which provide primary medical care and mental health services to uninsured and under-insured communities.
NBA says all teams will play national anthem
Mavericks owner Mark Cuban hoped people who are passionate about the anthem being played will be "just as passionate in listening to those who do not feel it represents them."
LeBron: Having All-Star Game during pandemic a "slap in the face"
"I have zero energy and zero excitement about an All-Star Game this year," the Lakers star said.
Remembering Kobe Bryant's "Mamba mentality"
Tuesday marks one year since NBA legend Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna Bryant and seven others died in a helicopter crash in California. CBS News' Chris Martinez has a look at the tributes across Los Angeles. Then, Wally Szczerbiak, former NBA player and CBS Sports analyst, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the life and legacy of the Los Angeles Lakers star both on and off the basketball court.
NBA star expected to make full recovery after cancer surgery
The cancer was discovered after Levert was traded to the Indiana Pacers.
Miami Heat to use COVID-sniffing dogs to screen fans at games
The highly trained dogs have been in place for some games this season where the team has allowed a handful of guests.
Feds seize 284 fake sports championship rings
The counterfeit rings were replicated as teams from the NFL, NBA and WWE.
NBA star Karl-Anthony Towns tests positive for COVID-19
"I pray every day that this nightmare of a virus will subside and I beg everyone to take it seriously by taking all of the necessary precautions," Towns wrote on social media.
Kyrie Irving fined $50,000 by NBA for attending indoor party
Irving will be able to rejoin team activities after completing a five-day quarantine.
2 NBA games postponed as league considers health protocol update
The Pelicans, Mavericks, Celtics, and Bulls matchups have all been rescheduled.
Several NBA teams react to Capitol rioting and Jacob Blake decision
Prosecutors in Wisconsin announced they wouldn't charge the police officer who shot Blake in the back seven times.
WNBA players celebrate Warnock's projected win over Loeffler
The WNBA players campaigned for Warnock after Loeffler, the co-owner of the Dream, made remarks against the Black Lives Matter.
Curry becomes second oldest player to score 60 in a game
The 32-year-old scores a career high in a statement win after facing criticism for a slow start.
Becky Hammon becomes first woman to coach NBA team
Said LeBron James: "It's a beautiful thing just to hear her barking out calls, barking out sets. She's very passionate about the game."
Rockets-Thunder season opener postponed due to COVID-19
The Rockets did not have enough eligible players to compete after positive test results and contact tracing.
NBA starts new season without a "bubble"
The 2020-2021 NBA season got underway Tuesday night, this time without the successful "bubble" that allowed it to complete last season. Wednesday's game between the Houston Rockets and Oklahoma City Thunder was postponed after multiple Houston players tested positive. CBS Sports NBA columnist and analyst Bill Reiter joins CBSN to discuss.
Lakers receive championship rings that honor Kobe Bryant
LeBron James posted a message dedicated to Bryant on Instagram with his ring: "Love and miss you my brother!"
NBA star comes up with plan to help local businesses
"This is our city, these are our communities, let's help each other in this time of need!" Nance said.
Giannis Antetokounmpo signs largest deal in NBA history
After being born into poverty in Greece, Giannis now has one of the richest deals in NBA history.
"Unknown and unauthorized third party" has gained access to Gaetz depositions
The leaked materials include the sworn deposition the minor with whom former Rep. Matt Gaetz allegedly had sex.
Prosecutors urge judge to consider postponing Trump's sentencing
President-elect Donald Trump's six-year New York criminal odyssey should continue for at least another four, prosecutors said Tuesday.
Moscow says Ukraine fired 6 American ATACMS missiles into Russia
Russia's defense ministry says Ukraine launched its first attack using U.S.-made ATACMS missiles days after Biden gave Kyiv permission to fire the weapons deeper into Russia.
Hakeem Jeffries elected House Democratic leader with GOP set to retain control
As House Democrats conduct the leadership elections Tuesday, the party is still reeling from the results of the 2024 elections — and reckoning with the path forward.
Canada's internal battle over medically assisted dying for mental illness
Canada legalized medically assisted dying in 2016. It was set to expand to patients suffering solely from mental illness last year, but it hasn't — yet.
SpaceX to launch Super Heavy-Starship today in 6th test flight
Sources say President-elect Donald Trump will be on hand with Elon Musk for the sixth test flight of SpaceX's huge Super Heavy-Starship rocket today.
How Trump — with or without the Senate — could install his Cabinet nominees
The move by the president to adjourn Congress to make recess appointments would create a new precedent, experts say, affecting the way presidents see presidential power going forward.
Laken Riley murder suspect was grilled by wife, jail call reveals
Jose Ibarra, 26, is charged with murder and other crimes in Laken Riley's death in February.
Mace introduces anti-transgender bathroom bill for Capitol Hill
Rep.-elect Sarah McBride became the first transgender person elected to Congress when she won the race for Delaware's only House seat two weeks ago.
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Prosecutors urge judge to consider postponing Trump's sentencing
President-elect Donald Trump's six-year New York criminal odyssey might need to continue for at least another four, prosecutors said Tuesday.
Chicago owed nearly $20 million in police overtime for special events
The police department has spent $22.6 million in overtime this year for officers working special events — only about $2 million of which has been reimbursed to the city.
Jennifer Lawrence, Malala Yousafzai team up for new film about Afghan women
Jennifer Lawrence and Malala Yousafzai join Afghan filmmaker Sahra Mani to reveal the struggles of women living under Taliban rule in the documentary, "Bread & Roses."
Trump assassination task force issues subpoenas for ATF testimony
The Task Force on the Attempted Assassination of Donald J. Trump on Monday issued subpoenas to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives for testimony from two ATF employees regarding the response to the July 13 assassination attempt.
Shake Shack will soon be served on Delta flights. But there's a catch.
Only some passengers will be able to eat their favorite burgers in the skies through a partnership between Delta and Shake Shack.
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Only some passengers will be able to eat their favorite burgers in the skies through a partnership between Delta and Shake Shack.
Arthur Frommer, famed travel guide innovator, has died at 95
Arthur Frommer, whose "Europe on 5 Dollars a Day" guidebooks revolutionized leisure travel by persuading average Americans to take budget vacations abroad, has died. He was 95.
TNT's "Inside the NBA" will air on ESPN, ABC, as part of NBA settlement
"Inside the NBA" will continue on other networks, even though will no longer be airing on TNT at the end of this season.
Cyberattack leaves Stop & Shop shelves empty days before Thanksgiving
Stop & Shop stores across Massachusetts have empty shelves due to a cyberattack.
What does Spirit Airlines' bankruptcy mean for you?
Spirit's bankruptcy filing will likely mean higher airfares across airlines as it trims schedule, according to experts.
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Prosecutors urge judge to consider postponing Trump's sentencing
President-elect Donald Trump's six-year New York criminal odyssey might need to continue for at least another four, prosecutors said Tuesday.
Trump assassination task force issues subpoenas for ATF testimony
The Task Force on the Attempted Assassination of Donald J. Trump on Monday issued subpoenas to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives for testimony from two ATF employees regarding the response to the July 13 assassination attempt.
How Trump — with or without the Senate — could install his Cabinet nominees
The move by the president to adjourn Congress to make recess appointments would create a new precedent, experts say, affecting the way presidents see presidential power going forward.
"Unknown and unauthorized third party" has gained access to Gaetz depositions
The leaked materials include the sworn deposition the minor with whom former Rep. Matt Gaetz allegedly had sex.
Mace introduces anti-transgender bathroom bill for Capitol Hill
Rep.-elect Sarah McBride became the first transgender person elected to Congress when she won the race for Delaware's only House seat two weeks ago.
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Canada's internal battle over medically assisted dying for mental illness
Canada legalized medically assisted dying in 2016. It was set to expand to patients suffering solely from mental illness last year, but it hasn't — yet.
Dozens fall ill with norovirus on month-long cruise
Over 50 passengers and 15 crew members reported being ill with norovirus on a month-long cruise on the Coral Princess.
Bird flu reaches Hawaii, the last state that had escaped it
Officials suspect that migratory birds likely spread the H5N1 virus there.
Dental company stocks jump amid RFK Jr.'s health claims about fluoride
Robert F. Kennedy's Jr. push to remove fluoride from the nation's public water supply could benefit some companies. Here's why.
How RFK Jr. could impact vaccines as Trump's HHS secretary
Kennedy insists he is not "anti-vaccine," but he has a long record of false and misleading statements about their safety and benefits. What could he do as Trump's HHS secretary?
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Canada's internal battle over medically assisted dying for mental illness
Canada legalized medically assisted dying in 2016. It was set to expand to patients suffering solely from mental illness last year, but it hasn't — yet.
Jennifer Lawrence, Malala Yousafzai team up for new film about Afghan women
Jennifer Lawrence and Malala Yousafzai join Afghan filmmaker Sahra Mani to reveal the struggles of women living under Taliban rule in the documentary, "Bread & Roses."
132 hamsters reportedly broke loose on a plane, forcing it out of service
Portugal's TAP airlines reportedly had to take a plane out of service for days to scour the aircraft for hamsters that got out of their cages.
Moscow says Ukraine fired 6 American ATACMS missiles into Russia
Russia's defense ministry says Ukraine launched its first attack using U.S.-made ATACMS missiles days after Biden gave Kyiv permission to fire the weapons deeper into Russia.
Son of Norway's crown princess arrested on suspicion of rape
Police in Norway have arrested the 27-year-old son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit on suspicion of rape, saying the alleged victim was "unable to resist the act."
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"Gladiator II" actors talk sequel, preparations and more
Actors Pedro Pascal, Joseph Quinn and Fred Hechinger talk about the upcoming release of "Gladiators II," 25 years after the original "Gladiator" movie, and what it was like working with director Ridley Scott.
Sarah Gelman on best holiday cookbooks
Amazon Books Editorial Director Sarah Gelman shares her top cookbook recommendations to help you create festive and comforting meals this holiday season.
Joey McIntyre on new holiday rom-com
New Kids on the Block's Joey McIntyre steps into Christmas as the star of "Jingle Bell Love," a holiday rom-com premiering on Roku.
Danny Trejo trades action for archaeology
In his new series "Mysteries Unearthed," Danny Trejo explores some of the world's most fascinating historical finds with experts and historians.
Keke Palmer talks lessons from Hollywood
Keke Palmer joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her new memoir "Master of Me" which explores her journey in entertainment and the secrets to shaping her own narrative.
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Google's Chrome browser could be sold
The Justice Department is reportedly asking a judge to force Google's parent company to sell its Chrome browser following a ruling that declared the company's search engine practices an illegal monopoly.
How this new car runs without gas or electricity
As climate change intensifies, the race for a more eco-friendly car has revved up. Itay Hod reports on the newest twist on travel.
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.
"Human … Please die": Chatbot responds with threatening message
In an online conversation about aging adults, Google's Gemini AI chatbot responded with a threatening message, telling the user to "please die."
Meta facing courtroom battle
On Wednesday, a judge allowed a Federal Trade Commission lawsuit to move forward that accuses Meta of creating an illegal monopoly with Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady explains.
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Energy Secretary Granholm on Trump presidency
Former leaders and climate experts have issued a letter calling the U.N.'s annual climate meeting "no longer fit for purpose." Recently, CBS News spoke with U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm about the summit and what the incoming Trump presidency means for clean energy and climate change. The conversation took place before the president-elect made his pick for energy secretary.
Parts of Great Barrier Reef dying at record rate, alarmed researchers say
Parts of the Great Barrer Reef have suffered the highest coral mortality on record, Australian researchers say, and they fear the rest of it has suffered a similar fate.
Long-term effects of Trump plans for oil, gas
President-elect Donald Trump has pledged to "drill, baby, drill" on Day 1 in office. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter joins to take a closer look at the environmental impact of some of Trump's potential energy and climate policies.
How climate change impacts the economy
2024 is on pace to be the hottest year on record worldwide. CBS News Los Angeles meteorologist and climatologist Marina Jurica reports that extreme weather events cost the global economy over $2 trillion in the last 10 years.
Scientists say biggest coral in the world discovered in the Pacific
Scientists say they've discovered a "mega coral" three times bigger than the previous record holder - so huge they initially thought it was a shipwreck.
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Chicago owed nearly $20 million in police overtime for special events
The police department has spent $22.6 million in overtime this year for officers working special events — only about $2 million of which has been reimbursed to the city.
Testimony could end soon in Laken Riley trial
Witness testimony could come to an end as soon as Tuesday in the murder trial of Jose Ibarra, the man accused of killing Georgia nursing student Laken Riley. CBS News producer Jared Eggleston has more on the case.
Video shows Las Vegas dad who called 911 killed by police in his home
The family of Brandon Durham is pushing for answers after he was shot by a police officer after calling for help.
Son of Norway's crown princess arrested on suspicion of rape
Police in Norway have arrested the 27-year-old son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit on suspicion of rape, saying the alleged victim was "unable to resist the act."
Laken Riley murder suspect was grilled by wife, jail call reveals
Jose Ibarra, 26, is charged with murder and other crimes in Laken Riley's death in February.
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SpaceX to launch Super Heavy-Starship today in 6th test flight
Sources say President-elect Donald Trump will be on hand with Elon Musk for the sixth test flight of SpaceX's huge Super Heavy-Starship rocket today.
Far side of the moon once had erupting volcanoes, lunar soil shows
Researchers analyzed lunar soil brought back by China's Chang'e-6, the first spacecraft to return with a haul of rocks and dirt from the little-explored far side.
When you can see the Beaver Moon, 2024's final supermoon
November's full moon, known as the Beaver Moon, is the last supermoon of 2024. Here's when it peaks and why it's called the Beaver Moon.
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.
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Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
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The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
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Summer music heats up 2024
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6th test flight for SpaceX Starship
SpaceX is scheduled to conduct its sixth flight test of its Super Heavy-Starship Tuesday. CBS News' Jason Allen reports on what the rocket and the company could mean for the future of U.S. space exploration.
What is a bomb cyclone?
The Pacific Northwest is preparing for heavy rain from a storm that's fueled by bomb cyclone and an atmospheric river. Meteorologist Jessica Burch has more on what exactly a bomb cyclone is and how they develop.
Defendant testifies in Cash App murder trial
Nina Momeni, the tech consultant accused of fatally stabbing Cash App founder Bob Lee, claimed in testimony Monday that he acted in self-defense. CBS News Bay Area reporter Lauren Toms has the latest on the case.
Calls grow for public release of Gaetz report
Some lawmakers in Congress are pushing for the House Ethics Committee to release their report on misconduct allegations against Matt Gaetz, President-elect Donald Trump's choice for attorney general. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
What's next for Trump "hush money" case
A New York judge is set to decide how to move forward with President-elect Donald Trump's conviction and sentencing in his "hush money" case. CBS News investigative reporter Graham Kates has more.