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More legal trouble ahead for R. Kelly
After nearly six weeks of testimony, Grammy Award-winning singer R. Kelly was found guilty of racketeering and sex trafficking, but his legal woes are far from over. CBS News producer Erica Brown joins CBSN AM with the latest.
Legal expert on R. Kelly's guilty verdict
R. Kelly could spend decades in prison after a federal jury in New York convicted him on racketeering and sex trafficking charges. CBS News correspondent Jericka Duncan reports on the verdict, and then legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe joins Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers on CBSN to discuss the jury's decision and the appeal the singer's defense is likely setting up.
R. Kelly found guilty of all charges of racketeering and sex trafficking
Kelly, 54, was accused by multiple witnesses of targeting, grooming and exploiting young women and men.
The cultural impact of R. Kelly's conviction
R&B Singer R. Kelly was found guilty Monday of all charges in his trial on racketeering and sex trafficking charges. Jodi Kantor joined “CBS Mornings” to discuss the impact of R. Kelly's conviction and what message the verdict sends to survivors.
R. Kelly found guilty in sex trafficking case
Disgraced R&B singer R. Kelly is now a convicted felon after a jury found him guilty Monday on all charges in a racketeering and sex trafficking trial. He could face decades in prison. Jericka Duncan has been following the case.
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R. Kelly guilty of sex trafficking, racketeering
After decades of allegations including sexual assault, child pornography and kidnapping, R&B singer R. Kelly has been found guilty of one count racketeering and eight counts sex trafficking. CBS News national correspondent Jericka Duncan reports on the high-profile case. Then, former prosecutor and criminal defense attorney Vinoo Varghese joins CBSN's Ed O'Keefe to analyze how the case concluded and discuss what comes next.
R. Kelly guilty on all counts in sex trafficking case
R&B singer R. Kelly was found guilty on all counts after 11 accusers testified. Jericka Duncan has the latest.
R. Kelly found guilty in federal trial
A federal jury convicted singer R. Kelly on federal racketeering and sex-trafficking charges, finding him guilty on all counts. Kelly denied the allegations and chose not to testify in his own defense. CBS News correspondent Jericka Duncan joined CBSN from outside the federal courthouse in Brooklyn, New York, with the breaking news.
R. Kelly jury to start deliberations
The defense and prosecution in R&B star R. Kelly's federal racketeering trial painted two very different pictures of what the singer did behind closed doors. CBSN's Laura Podesta spoke with CBS News legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe about Kelly's defense lawyer comparing him to Martin Luther King Jr. and what she thinks of the defense not putting Kelly on the stand.
Former girlfriend testifies against R. Kelly
This week, a former girlfriend told the court R. Kelly "brainwashed" her and others, saying their relationship was "abusive." CBS News spoke to her in 2019 when she did not consider herself a victim and defended Kelly. Jericka Duncan reports.
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Remembering the life and legacy of Aaliyah
Twenty years after the tragic death of singer Aaliyah, her influence is still felt in pop culture, music and fashion. The new book "Baby GIrl: Better Known As Aaliyah," published by Atria Books, an imprint of Simon and Schuster, which is owned by ViacomCBS, reveals a whole new side of the iconic artist. Author Kathy Iandoli joined CBSN to discuss the life and legacy of Aaliyah.
R. Kelly accuser testifies she wasn't truthful in CBS News interview
The woman said Kelly would cough to "let us know he was there" during the 2019 interview with Gayle King.
R. Kelly accuser gives emotional testimony in racketeering trial
The woman described allegedly being sexually abused by Kelly during a relationship that started when she was a 17-year-old aspiring singer.
Ex-employee says R. Kelly lived in "Twilight Zone" that he controlled
R. Kelly lived in a "Twilight Zone" where he called all the shots, including whether visitors at his Chicago-area mansion could leave or order takeout food, one of his former employees testified on Friday.
First testimony in R. Kelly's latest trial
R. Kelly's trial on racketeering charges is now underway in New York, with the first witness taking the stand yesterday to testify she was abused as a teen. The 54-year-old platinum-selling artist is also facing other criminal cases. CBS News correspondent Jericka Duncan joins "CBSN AM" with the latest.
Prosecutor calls R. Kelly a "predator" as racketeering trial begins
The first of the disgraced R&B singer's accusers testified against him Wednesday following opening statements in the high-profile trial.
R. Kelly's NYC trial gets underway as some accusers plan to testify
R. Kelly will be in a New York City courtroom Wednesday morning to face racketeering and other sexual exploitation charges.
Opening statements begin in R. Kelly trial
Opening statements start Wednesday in one of R. Kelly's criminal trials, where the singer faces federal charges of sex abuse and racketeering. CBS News correspondent Jericka Duncan reports from the courthouse in Brooklyn, New York, and CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins Laura Podesta on CBSN to discuss the case.
Former R. Kelly attorney on singer's trial
Singer R. Kelly's federal racketeering trial in New York begins with opening statements today. The artist's former attorney in that case, Steve Greenberg, joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the defense's arguments against the charges.
Jury selected for R. Kelly's sex trafficking trial in New York City
The judge sought assurances from prospective jurors that they could remain impartial despite the bad publicity swirling around Robert Sylvester Kelly since his 2019 arrest.
Jurors summoned for R. Kelly's sex trafficking trial in New York City
Health threats due to COVID and a shakeup of Kelly's defense team pushed the trial into the summer, nearly two years after he was charged with abusing women and girls for almost two decades.
R. Kelly accuser on singer's federal criminal trial
Singer R. Kelly's trial on federal racketeering charges begins Monday in Brooklyn with jury selection. Asante McGee lived with the singer in 2016 and alleges she and other women there experienced severe abuse. She joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss her hopes for the trial.
How voters perceive inflation could decide the election. Here's why.
With a tight race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, the U.S. election could hinge on how voters choose to look at inflation. Here's why.
Biden remark about Trump "garbage" rally angers GOP
The president was responding to a joke made at a Trump rally by comedian Tony Hinchcliffe in which Hinchcliffe called Puerto Rico a "floating island of garbage."
Harris speaks at Ellipse, offering "a different path" than Trump
Vice President Kamala Harris delivered remarks at the same spot Trump inspired his supporters to march to the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
Harris vows to "work with everyone;" Trump goes to Pennsylvania as poll shows tie
Seven days before Election Day, former President Donald Trump is campaigning in Pennsylvania while Vice President Kamala Harris gives a closing argument for her campaign. I will work with everyone —Democrats, Republicans, and Independents—to help Americans who are working hard and still struggling to get ahead.
Paul Pelosi attacker David DePape sentenced to life term on state charges
The man who was convicted in the 2022 attack on the husband of House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole Tuesday following his state trial.
Supreme Court rejects RFK Jr.'s bids to have his name removed from Michigan and Wisconsin ballots
Robert F. Kennedy suspended his longshot presidential campaign in August and endorsed former President Donald Trump.
What to know after ballot box fires in Washington and Oregon
Two ballot boxes went up in flames early Monday morning in Portland, Oregon, and Vancouver, Washington, in incidents that authorities believe are connected.
Air Force overpaid nearly 8,000% for soap dispensers for aircraft, IG report says
The dispensers were one of about a dozen spare parts for which Boeing overcharged the Air Force, according to the Pentagon inspector general report.
Inside a secure Arizona facility printing election ballots
The Runbeck Election Services facility in Phoenix will print about 35 million ballots for eight states this election.
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How Trump and Harris' health care stances and policy plans compare
A look at Kamala Harris and Donald Trump's stances on health care and what they've said about health care policy going into 2024 presidential election.
How voters perceive inflation could decide the election. Here's why.
With a tight race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, the U.S. election could hinge on how voters choose to look at inflation. Here's why.
Biden remark about Trump "garbage" rally angers GOP
Biden was responding to a joke made at a Trump rally by comedian Tony Hinchcliffe, in which Hinchcliffe called Puerto Rico a "floating island of garbage."
Man who threatened Fani Willis gets nearly 2 years in prison
He made threatening phone calls just over a week before former President Donald Trump and 18 others were indicted in Fulton County in August 2023.
Inside a secure Arizona facility printing election ballots
The Runbeck Election Services facility in Phoenix will print about 35 million ballots for eight states this election.
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How voters perceive inflation could decide the election. Here's why.
With a tight race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, the U.S. election could hinge on how voters choose to look at inflation. Here's why.
Florida medical device maker Exactech declares bankruptcy
Exactech faces more than 2,000 lawsuits alleging it sold defective knee and hip implants.
Halloween costume chain Spirit bet on the pop-up model and won
Spirit Halloween's success as a seasonal pop-up retailer is leading it to make a foray into Christmas with 10 temporary stores.
DJT stock soars amid Donald Trump's rise in the betting markets
Trump Media's shares have soared with the former President Donald Trump's rise in the betting markets.
Dynacare baby powder recall expands recall due to asbestos concerns
Recalled products were sent to distributors in 35 states and sold on Amazon, Dynarex said in notice posted by FDA.
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How Trump and Harris' health care stances and policy plans compare
A look at Kamala Harris and Donald Trump's stances on health care and what they've said about health care policy going into 2024 presidential election.
Biden remark about Trump "garbage" rally angers GOP
Biden was responding to a joke made at a Trump rally by comedian Tony Hinchcliffe, in which Hinchcliffe called Puerto Rico a "floating island of garbage."
Man who threatened Fani Willis gets nearly 2 years in prison
He made threatening phone calls just over a week before former President Donald Trump and 18 others were indicted in Fulton County in August 2023.
Inside a secure Arizona facility printing election ballots
The Runbeck Election Services facility in Phoenix will print about 35 million ballots for eight states this election.
Harris speaks at Ellipse, offering "a different path" than Trump
Vice President Kamala Harris delivered remarks at the same spot Trump inspired his supporters to march to the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
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Florida medical device maker Exactech declares bankruptcy
Exactech faces more than 2,000 lawsuits alleging it sold defective knee and hip implants.
Dynacare baby powder recall expands recall due to asbestos concerns
Recalled products were sent to distributors in 35 states and sold on Amazon, Dynarex said in notice posted by FDA.
Rare case of Lassa fever kills an Iowa resident. Here's what to know.
The middle-aged Iowa resident had recently returned from travel to West Africa, where it is believed they contracted the virus.
Maximizing your annual wellness checkup
As the year wraps up, it might be a good time to book that doctor's visit before deductibles reset. CBS chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook shares how to make each appointment with your physician truly count.
Organ donations drop after reports of man mistakenly declared dead
Transplant experts are seeing a spike in people revoking organ donor registrations after reports that organs were nearly retrieved from a Kentucky man mistakenly declared dead.
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Journalist shot dead in Mexico amid wave of cartel violence
Radio host Mauricio Cruz Solis was a "source of inspiration and a tireless voice in the service of our community," the station said.
40,000 stolen coins based on animated kids' series "Bluey" recovered by police
Australian police say they recovered more than 40,000 stolen limited-edition coins based on the hit children's animated series "Bluey."
Flash flooding in Spain leaves dozens dead
Spanish authorities say dozens of people have died in flash flooding that is the worst natural disaster to hit the European nation in recent memory.
China's space station gets new crew as Beijing advances Xi's "space dream"
A new crew of three Chinese astronauts including the country's only woman spaceflight engineer entered the Tiangong space station following an early morning launch into orbit.
Teen accused of killing 3 U.K. girls had al Qaeda manual, police say
A teen accused of killing three girls in England is charged with producing the poison ricin and faces a terror offense for having a jihadi training manual.
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From the archives: Teri Garr on living with MS
Oscar-nominated actress Teri Garr, best known for her comic turns in "Young Frankenstein" and "Tootsie," died on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at age 79. In this "Sunday Morning" profile originally broadcast on December 4, 2005, Garr talked with correspondent Rita Braver about her autobiography, "Speedbumps"; how she advanced from dancing in the background of Elvis Presley movies to starring roles (she was, admittedly, up-front about lying on her resume); and how it became harder for her to find acting jobs following a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis.
Teri Garr, actor known for "Young Frankenstein" and "Tootsie" roles, dies at 79
Teri Garr rose from being a background dancer in Elvis Presley movies to co-star in such favorites as "Young Frankenstein" and "Tootsie."
"Mornings Memory": Taylor Swift interview
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Opera Philadelphia reaches new audiences
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Report probes phone companies over robocalls
While scam phone calls have slightly decreased in the last three years, scam texts have tripled. A consumer report found that phone companies need to do more to prevent robocalls and texts for customers. CBS News correspondent Nancy Chen has more.
Alleged China interference efforts: New details
The Washington Post is reporting that a group of hackers linked to the Chinese government collected audio recordings from phone calls of American political figures, including an unnamed Donald Trump campaign adviser. The report comes days after CBS News learned the same hacking group tried to access phones and networks used by the former president, Sen. JD Vance and members of Kamala Harris' campaign. Chris Krebs, former director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, joins CBS News with analysis.
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.
Apple Intelligence AI rollout starts today with release of iOS 18.1
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Apple Intelligence rollout begins
Your iPhone could become a whole lot smarter Monday with the launch of Apple Intelligence, introducing a slew of AI features on eligible devices. CNET editor-at-large Bridget Carey joined CBS News to discuss the new features.
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China's space station gets new crew as Beijing advances Xi's "space dream"
A new crew of three Chinese astronauts including the country's only woman spaceflight engineer entered the Tiangong space station following an early morning launch into orbit.
The Climate Election: The economy, explained
The economy remains one of the top concerns for voters just a week out from Election Day, but there's a major factor that experts say could cause significant harm to it: climate change. One study found that not limiting global temperature rise could cost $551 trillion, roughly 19 times the size of the entire U.S. economy.
Neil deGrasse Tyson shares cosmic journey
Neil deGrasse Tyson explores the cosmos in his new book, "Merlin's Tour of the Universe," where he answers readers' questions on galaxies, black holes and more. He joins "CBS Mornings" to share more his cosmic journey.
World "miles short' of emissions goals to curb climate change, U.N. says
Greenhouse gas concentrations in the atmosphere reached record highs in 2023, the U.N. warned, with countries falling "miles short" of what is needed to curb devastating global warming.
Why U.S. is seeing record-high October temps
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Journalist shot dead in Mexico amid wave of cartel violence
Radio host Mauricio Cruz Solis was a "source of inspiration and a tireless voice in the service of our community," the station said.
Brazilian au pair charged in double homicide pleads guilty to manslaughter
Juliana Peres Magalhães pleaded guilty to manslaughter on Tuesday in what prosecutors say was an elaborate double-murder scheme to frame a man in the stabbing of Christine Banfield.
Paul Pelosi attacker David DePape sentenced to life term on state charges
The man who was convicted in the 2022 attack on the husband of House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole Tuesday following his state trial.
Dozens jailed in drug smuggling mega-trial: "Your honor, I played, I lost."
The multinational cocaine and cannabis trafficking enterprise was busted after investigators cracked encrypted messaging apps.
Officer accused in Andre Hill's murder takes stand: "I made a mistake"
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SpaceX Dragon crew taken to medical facility
NASA says three NASA astronauts and one Russian cosmonaut were taken to a medical facility for additional evaluation after splashing down to Earth Friday morning in the SpaceX Dragon Capsule. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer at the Franklin Institute, joined CBS News to discuss the mission.
SpaceX Dragon Capsule splashes down
Three NASA astronauts and a Russian cosmonaut returned to Earth early Friday in the SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule Endeavour, capping a record-setting 235-day mission to the International Space Station. CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood has more.
Space station crew gets medical evaluation after record 235-day mission
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4 large asteroids, including 1 the size of a skyscraper, speed past Earth
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Four space station crew members head for Friday return to Earth
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From the archives: Teri Garr on living with MS
Oscar-nominated actress Teri Garr, best known for her comic turns in "Young Frankenstein" and "Tootsie," died on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at age 79. In this "Sunday Morning" profile originally broadcast on December 4, 2005, Garr talked with correspondent Rita Braver about her autobiography, "Speedbumps"; how she advanced from dancing in the background of Elvis Presley movies to starring roles (she was, admittedly, up-front about lying on her resume); and how it became harder for her to find acting jobs following a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis.
Report probes phone companies over robocalls
While scam phone calls have slightly decreased in the last three years, scam texts have tripled. A consumer report found that phone companies need to do more to prevent robocalls and texts for customers. CBS News correspondent Nancy Chen has more.
Harris struggles with Arab, Muslim voters
Vice President Kamala Harris is struggling to win the support of Arab and Muslim voters in Michigan. Four of them who voted for President Biden in 2020 explain why they will not vote for Harris on Election Day. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more.
Dozens killed in Israeli strike in Gaza
The Hamas-run Gaza Health Ministry said dozens of Palestinians were killed or missing after an Israeli airstrike hit a building where displaced families were sheltering Tuesday. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams reports.
Harris makes final appeal to voters at the Ellipse
Vice President Kamala Harris on Tuesday gave her "closing argument" speech at the Ellipse in Washington, D.C., a week before Election Day, the same park where former President Donald Trump spoke on Jan. 6, 2021, ahead of the Capitol insurrection. Meanwhile, Trump also held a rally in Allentown, Pennsylvania. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.