Former Nebraska RB Calvin Jones found dead of possible carbon monoxide poisoning

Fluoride once again scrutinized for possible effect on children's brains

A new report once again raises the question of whether there is a link between fluoride in drinking water and lower IQ levels in children.

NBC News - Jan. 6

Lead Poisoning May Have Made Ancient Romans a Bit Less Intelligent

Exposure to lead from mining probably lowered I.Q. levels in the empire, research has found. It might be the world’s first case of widespread industrial pollution.

The New York Times - Jan. 6

Woman arrested after poisoned Christmas cake kills 3 family members

Three women died and three other relatives fell ill after eating the cake during a family get-together on December 23, officials said.

CBS News - Jan. 6

Yankees discussing possible Luis Arraez trade with Padres: report

The Yankees have "continued to discuss" a trade with the San Diego Padres for infielder Luis Arraez.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 6

Trump: Biden ‘doing everything possible’ to make transition difficult

President-elect Trump on Monday accused President Biden of making the presidential transition difficult, citing recent executive orders on climate and other official acts Biden has taken in his ...

The Hill - Jan. 6

'Peace within pain' - England's Jones on playing through grief

England centre Meg Jones says she is finding "peace in the pain" after suffering the loss of both parents in quick succession.

BBC News - Jan. 6

All 49 possible Super Bowl matchups, ranked

Some Super Bowl matchups are atrocious and unthinkable, some are transcendent and we should only get so lucky.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 6

Jones praises McCarthy, won't commit to future

The Dallas Cowboys' season came to an end with a 23-19 loss to the Washington Commanders Sunday, and now comes the challenging part.

ESPN - Jan. 6

Dozens of marine mammals found dead after oil spill

An animal rescue group said 61 dead cetaceans - an order of aquatic mammals that includes whales and dolphins - had been recorded since the oil spill.

CBS News - Jan. 6

Jerry Jones: I don't know that I'm considering making a coaching change

The Cowboys ended their season Sunday with a 23-19 loss to the Commanders.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 5

UCLA needs to go big as it goes home: Takeaways from the Bruins' loss to Nebraska

The Bruins received quality minutes against the Cornhuskers from 7-foot-3 Aday Mara and among other things could benefit from giving him more playing time.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 5

Texans RB Dameon Pierce breaks off for 92-yard TD run

After the Texans' starters were pulled, backup RB Pierce scored one of Houston's longest rushing touchdowns ever.

ESPN - Jan. 5

Former Nurse Is Charged After Newborn Is Found With Fractures

Erin Strotman was charged in one case of child abuse, but detectives were also examining other episodes with similar injuries at a Virginia neonatal intensive care unit.

The New York Times - Jan. 5

Who Poisoned Angela Craig?

A mother of six becomes deathly ill with unusual symptoms. Investigators suspect she was murdered with a poison protein shake."48 Hours" contributor Natalie Morales reports.

CBS News - Jan. 5

Did a dentist accused of murder poison his wife's protein shakes?

Angela Craig's autopsy revealed she had been poisoned. Police claim the evidence points to her husband James — alleging he purchased potassium cyanide and arsenic and laced her protein shakes with ...

CBS News - Jan. 5

Indie filmmaker Jeff Baena, Aubrey Plaza's husband, found dead at Los Angeles home

Writer-director Jeff Baena, who was actor and producer Aubrey Plaza's husband, has died at age 47

ABC News - Jan. 4

Nebraska hands No. 15 UCLA its first Big Ten loss

Brice Williams scored 16 points, Andrew Morgan added 12 off the bench and Nebraska beat No. 15 UCLA 66-58 on Saturday.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 4

Commanders get RB Ekeler back ahead of playoffs

The Commanders activated running back Austin Ekeler off injured reserve, giving them a key offensive player back as they prepare for the postseason.

ESPN - Jan. 4

With one top player out and another in a funk, UCLA falters late in loss to Nebraska

The absence of Eric Dailey Jr. coupled with Dylan Andrews' ongoing struggles dooms turnover-happy UCLA to a 66-58 road loss to Nebraska.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 4

Nebraska Cornhuskers vs. UCLA Bruins: How to watch online, live stream info, start time, TV channel

How to watch Nebraska vs. UCLA basketball game

CBS Sports - Jan. 4

On possible GOP votes against Trump nominees, Thune says no "clarity" yet

One of the first priorities for Senate Majority Leader John Thune is the confirmation of President-elect Donald Trump's expected nominees.

CBS News - Jan. 3

Possible Tariff Effects May Dim Some Buzz at CES

Auto and tech exhibitors at the massive trade show that runs in Las Vegas from Jan. 7-10 will have to factor in the impact of Trump’s promised import levies as they try to grab headlines for new ...

Inc. - Jan. 3

British woman and fiance found dead in Vietnam villa

Greta Marie Otteson, 33, was discovered dead in a room at a tourist villa in Hoi An, police said.

BBC News - Jan. 3

Penn State RBs Singleton and 'Fatman' cooking on and off the field

The Nittany Lions' running backs who dominated the Fiesta Bowl are roommates in State College.

ESPN - Jan. 3

Parker Jones becomes social media scapegoat in Georgia's Sugar Bowl loss

A sideline interference penalty cost Georgia 15 yards, earning Parker Jones instant infamy.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 3

Former Florida Gov. Buddy MacKay dead at 91

Former Florida Gov. Buddy MacKay has died at age 91

ABC News - Jan. 2

'Excellent place': RB Jones wants to stay a Viking

As he nears the end of one of his most productive seasons, Vikings RB Aaron Jones made it clear this week: He has found a new home and hopes to re-sign with the team when his contract expires this ...

ESPN - Jan. 2

Search for possible accomplices continues after New Orleans truck attack

Authorities are still searching for possible accomplices in the New Orleans truck attack that killed at least 15 people early on New Year's Day. CBS News national reporter Kati Weis has more.

CBS News - Jan. 2

Investigators probe for motive, possible accomplices in New Orleans attack

FBI says New Orleans suspect was not acting alone

NBC News - Jan. 2

Tesla Cybertruck explosion in Las Vegas being investigated as possible terror attack

The Tesla Cybertruck that caught fire outside a Trump hotel in Las Vegas is now being investigated as a possible terror attack. Sources say the vehicle was rented through the same service used by ...

NBC News - Jan. 1

FBI says it foiled possible attack against pro-Israel group Aipac

Man accused of traveling to offices in Florida with intention of ‘killing, injuring, harassing and intimidating’. FBI agents say they have foiled a possible attack on a US pro-Israel group ...

The Guardian - Jan. 1

Former Virginia GOP congressman forms exploratory committee for possible statewide run

Former Republican Rep. Denver Riggleman (Va.) said he has formed an exploratory committee to run for statewide office as an independent. “That’s why we started an exploratory committee, because I ...

The Hill - Jan. 1

Cops shot, possible explosive devices found after truck hits crowd in New Orleans, officials say

At least 10 people are dead and dozens more are injured after a truck plowed into a crowd on New Orleans' Bourbon Street early on New Year's Day. CBS News' Michael George and Kati Weis have more.

CBS News - Jan. 1

Boys who vanished while playing soccer found dead near military base

Saul Arboleda, Steven Medina, and brothers Josue and Ismael Arroyo were playing soccer in Guayaquil on Dec. 8 when they went missing.