Report: Exonerated football player cites "privilege" in Stanford sex assault case
"I would say it's a case of privilege," Brian Banks told the NY Daily News, about the Stanford swimmer who got a light sentence for rape conviction
"I would say it's a case of privilege," Brian Banks told the NY Daily News, about the Stanford swimmer who got a light sentence for rape conviction
Judge faces backlash after former swimming star Brock Turner is given six months in jail for assaulting an unconscious woman
Jon Krakauer, author of "Missoula: Rape and the Justice System in a College Town," breaks down a California judge's controversial six-month sentence for Brock Turner, a former Stanford University swimming star who was found guilty of sexual assault, and explains why "justice isn't seen" for rape victims.
Many are outraged over the seemingly lenient sentence handed down to a Stanford swimmer who was convicted of sexually assaulting an unconscious woman. Criminal defense attorney RJ Manuelian joins CBSN to break down the case.
Brock Turner's father reportedly said in a letter to a California judge that his son's sentence for the sexual assault of an unconscious woman is a "steep price to pay for 20 minutes of action"
A woman who was sexually assaulted by a former Stanford University athlete read an emotional letter to her attacker during his sentencing hearing. CBSN's Reena Ninan shares the woman's words.
"Somehow, you still don't get it. Somehow, you still sound confused," woman sexually assaulted by Brock Turner says at sentencing
Prosecutors say the rape and murder of Texas teen Karen Perez was recorded by her boyfriend, who is charged
"While you sit in jail, you will sit and think about the 120 days your daughter was in a vile farce of a marriage to a rapist because of you," a judge told the defendant
A New York man is facing a manslaughter charge after police say he beat another man to death who was allegedly trying to rape his wife. Criminal defense attorney Randy Zelin joins CBSN with legal analysis.
A report released Thursday says Baylor University did not do enough to protect its students from sexual assaults reportedly committed by football players. The report said two university administrators "directly discouraged complainants from reporting." As a result, Baylor has fired its football coach and demoted school president Ken Starr. Anna Werner reports.
Donald Trump has clinched the Republican nomination with help from members of North Dakota's GOP convention delegation; Skellig Michael is an island seven miles off the coast of Ireland with a history dating back to the dawn of civilization. But that's not what has tourists flocking to the island these days
Three of the boy's teammates have been charged and a lawsuit claims the victim suffered months of racial taunts and physical abuse
Bill Cosby will stand trial for an alleged sexual assault dozens of years ago. A Pennsylvania judge found probable cause Tuesday that Cosby had committed a crime. Dozens of women accuse the entertainer of drugging and molesting them, but this is the only case where prosecutors have filed charges. Jericka Duncan reports from Philadelphia.
At least six women have accused eight Baylor football players of violence over the past seven years. The school's president is Kenneth Starr, who is accused by several students of failing to respond to reports of sexual assaults. Don Dahler reports.
CBS News legal expert Rikki Kleiman discusses what's at stake for Bill Cosby in his upcoming sexual assault trial.
A Pennsylvania judge has given prosecutors the green light to move forward with a criminal case against Bill Cosby. He has battled accusations of sexual misconduct from over 50 women, but hadn't been charged until recently. Jericka Duncan reports.
A Pennsylvania judge has given prosecutors the green light to move forward with a criminal case against Bill Cosby; Before Norman Rockwell would put paint to a brush, he called in a photographer
Survivors have no hope and "the military justice system is still dysfunctional," Sen. Gillibrand says in report urging better response to problem
Prime Minister Abe speaks out after a defense contractor and alleged former Marine arrested over a woman's murder
In an interview with Sean Hannity, GOP presumptive nominee Donald Trump used the word "rape" when discussing past allegations of sexual misconduct involving Bill Clinton. CBSN's Reena Ninan has more.
Trump was being interviewed by Fox News' Sean Hannity
Basketball players at a Tennessee high school are accused of raping younger teammates
Owen Labrie, the former prep school student convicted of sexually assaulting a freshman, will be released from jail. Classmates at his trial last year spoke about the so-called "senior salute" tradition when graduating seniors would aim to have sex with underclassmen. He was free on bail while appealing his conviction, but was sent to jail for a year in March for violating his curfew. CBS News legal expert Rikki Klieman joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the judge's latest decision to let Labrie out.
Owen Labrie, convicted of sexually assaulting a fellow student at an elite prep school, has been in jail since admitting to violating the terms of his release
Former President Donald Trump's campaign sought to distance themselves from an offensive joke about Puerto Rico at Madison Square Garden before Trump spoke.
The Republican National Committee said it filed 130 lawsuits in 26 states ahead of the November general election.
Authorities in Portland, Oregon, and Vancouver, Washington, said they've opened investigations after two ballot boxes went up in flames.
President Biden cast his ballot months after opting to abandon his reelection bid and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris for the Democratic nomination.
A conservative nonprofit has launched a campaign to attribute policies to Vice President Kamala Harris through a deceptive website and platform called "Progress 2028."
The NYC jail where Sean "Diddy" Combs is being held was targeted with an interagency operation, federal prison officials said.
Comedian Tony Hinchcliffe is facing a backlash over an offensive joke about Puerto Rico at a Trump rally days before the 2024 election.
Cleotha Abston entered guilty pleas to first-degree murder and especially aggravated kidnapping in the abduction and death of Eliza Fletcher.
Three sisters from Ohio inherited the dime after the death of their brother, who had kept it in a bank vault for more than 40 years.
Comedian Tony Hinchcliffe is facing a backlash over an offensive joke about Puerto Rico at a Trump rally days before the 2024 election.
Target is joining the list of discount retailers and grocers hoping to entice shoppers with discounts for the holiday.
Authorities in Portland, Oregon, and Vancouver, Washington, said they've opened investigations after two ballot boxes went up in flames.
These are the Apple Intelligence features that are now available on compatible devices.
Hurricane Helene leveled communities in the western part of North Carolina but hasnt deterred residents from early voting. In fact, turnout is shattering records in the battleground state.
Target is joining the list of discount retailers and grocers hoping to entice shoppers with discounts for the holiday.
These are the Apple Intelligence features that are now available on compatible devices.
"We don't want to be replaced by machines," said one advocate for immigrant farmworkers.
The restaurant chain is struggling to win back customers are who are turning toward faster-food options.
Three sisters from Ohio inherited the dime after the death of their brother, who had kept it in a bank vault for more than 40 years.
Comedian Tony Hinchcliffe is facing a backlash over an offensive joke about Puerto Rico at a Trump rally days before the 2024 election.
Authorities in Portland, Oregon, and Vancouver, Washington, said they've opened investigations after two ballot boxes went up in flames.
Hurricane Helene leveled communities in the western part of North Carolina but hasnt deterred residents from early voting. In fact, turnout is shattering records in the battleground state.
A conservative nonprofit has launched a campaign to attribute policies to Vice President Kamala Harris through a deceptive website and platform called "Progress 2028."
The Republican National Committee said it filed 130 lawsuits in 26 states ahead of the November general election.
McDonald's says Quarter Pounders will be back on the menu at hundreds of its restaurants after testing ruled out beef patties as the source of an E. coli outbreak.
Colorado has seemingly eliminated one ingredient in the McDonald's Quarter Pounder hamburger E. coli outbreak as a cause for death and dozens of illnesses.
Here's how to bring up the topic productively, according to a relationship expert.
Jill Becher spent more than three years in agonizing pain. After one surgery failed, a riskier treatment provided relief.
The deadly E.coli outbreak linked to McDonald's quarter pounder hamburgers has infected at least 75 people in 13 states. One person in Colorado has died. The source of the outbreak has not been confirmed.
Jamshid Shamahd was one of several Iranian dissidents abroad in recent years either tricked or kidnapped back to Iran.
The International Union for Conservation of Nature found more than one in three tree species worldwide faces extinction.
A 48-year-old woman has been found alive in the remote alpine wilderness of southeastern Australia, where she went missing earlier this month.
Yomif Kejelcha finished strongly in the Spanish city of Valencia to set a time of 57 minutes, 30 seconds.
"The deepening military cooperation between Russia and North Korea is a threat to both the Indo-Pacific and Euro-Atlantic security," NATO Secretary-General says.
Timothée Chalamet surprised the crowd at his own look-alike contest at Washington Square Park in Manhattan.
During six undistinguished seasons in the major leagues, Bob Uecker never played an inning for the Milwaukee Brewers. But during his more than half-century as the team's play-by-play announcer, he has become a mascot for the game.
During six undistinguished seasons in the major leagues, Bob Uecker never played an inning for the Milwaukee Brewers. But during more than half a century as the team's play-by-play announcer, he has become a mascot for the game – and for the city of his birth. He talks with "60 Minutes" correspondent Jon Wertheim about his love for baseball, and how it has manifested in his adjacent careers as actor, commercial pitchman, and TV talk show guest.
The lead singer-songwriter for the superstar band Fleetwood Mac who became a superstar solo artist talks about her latest song, "The Lighthouse," that was inspired by her own experience with abortion, and a strong desire to "do something."
Stevie Nicks became a superstar as lead singer and songwriter for the '70s band Fleetwood Mac, and a platinum-selling solo artist. She talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about composing her latest song, "The Lighthouse," that was inspired by her own experience with abortion, and a strong desire to "do something" following the Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade. She also discusses the loss of her bandmate Christine McVie in 2022, and how she continues to pay tribute to her.
These are the Apple Intelligence features that are now available on compatible devices.
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.
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 is gradually rolling out its new AI features it announced over the summer, including for email, Siri and an image tool. However, users will need an iPhone 15 pro or above to access the features. The company has struggled recently with iPhone sales and it's hoping the new tools entice customers to trade up.
Surveillance tech has expanded abilities of firms to track employees, often without their consent, fed agency says.
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.
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.
In parts of the U.S., it's been spooky warm, with some places setting records for heat. As we get ready for Halloween, CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter has been taking a closer look at these records and how climate change is heating up trick or treating.
Environmental activists are working in battleground states to energize climate-focused voters ahead of Election Day. CBS News senior coordinating producer of climate Tracy Wholf has more.
A new report from the United Nations says the world is way off target when it comes to cutting greenhouse gas emissions and avoiding the worst threats of climate change. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter has more.
Authorities in Portland, Oregon, and Vancouver, Washington, said they've opened investigations after two ballot boxes went up in flames.
Cleotha Abston entered guilty pleas to first-degree murder and especially aggravated kidnapping in the abduction and death of Eliza Fletcher.
The NYC jail where Sean "Diddy" Combs is being held was targeted with an interagency operation, federal prison officials said.
Dustin Kjersem was initially reported to have been killed by a bear — but officials soon discovered he was actually the victim of a brutal homicide.
Actor Gérard Depardieu, who is facing trial for the alleged sexual assaults of two women on a film set in 2021, won't appear before a criminal court in Paris on Monday due to health reasons, his lawyer said.
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.
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.
The Crew Dragon splashed down in the Gulf of Mexico a month later than planned, setting a SpaceX endurance record in the process.
Four huge asteroids — and a fifth that's much smaller — are passing Earth on Thursday in their closest approaches to the planet ever recorded.
Spending a month longer than planned aboard the ISS, three NASA astronauts and a Russian cosmonaut are finally headed home.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
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.
A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along?
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.
Federal officials say China-backed cybercriminals may be behind efforts to hack phones or networks used by former President Donald Trump and running mate JD Vance. The hackers may have also targeted Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign. CBS News' Nicole Sgana reports.
Rep. Nydia Velazquez, a Democrat from New York, and other politicians called out comedian Tony Hinchcliffe's comments at former President Donald Trump's rally in New York City.
More evidence of North Korean troops traveling to Russia to aid in the war against Ukraine is raising concerns over the growing alliance between Kim Jong Un and Vladimir Putin. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata reports.
Vice President Kamala Harris has responded to the offensive and racist comments that comedian Tony Hinchcliffe delivered during former President Donald Trump's rally at Madison Square Garden. This comes as Harris heads to Michigan and Trump goes to Georgia for some last-minute campaign stops. CBS News' Jared Eggleston and Aaron Navarro have more.
A New York Times investigation reportedly found Republicans in four battleground states that may be positioned to challenge and overturn unfavorable election outcomes. Jim Rutenberg, a writer at large for The Times, joins CBS News with more on his reporting.