Arizona abortion law repeal effort advances
Arizona lawmakers moved forward Wednesday in their efforts to repeal a Civil War-era law that bans all abortions except to save the woman's life. CBS News campaign reporter Shawna Mizelle has the details.
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Arizona House passes abortion ban repeal bill
Arizona's House of Representatives on Wednesday advanced an effort to repeal the state's Civil War-era abortion ban that's set to go into effect June 8. CBS News campaign reporter Shawna Mizelle has the latest from Phoenix.
Harris speaks on abortion rights in Wisconsin
Vice President Kamala Harris addressed abortion rights at a campaign event in Wisconsin on Monday. CBS News campaign reporters Nidia Cavazos, Shawna Mizelle and Zak Hudak are across the country covering key locations on the trail.
Arizona GOP split on abortion ban repeal
Arizona House Republicans blocked an effort to repeal the state's 1864 near-total abortion ban for a second time on Wednesday. But some Republicans in the state Senate are now siding with Democrats. CBS News campaign reporter Shawna Mizelle has the details.
U.S. family finally reunited after escaping Sudan's yearlong civil war
A Sudanese-American family is the first to be reunited in the U.S. after a woman and her sons spent nearly a year stuck in Saudi Arabia.
Katie Hobbs backs repeal of 1864 abortion ban
Arizona Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs on Wednesday called on lawmakers to repeal a near-total abortion ban from 1864 after the state's Supreme Court ruled it could be enforced. Elizabeth Campbell, Shawna Mizelle, Molly Ball and Deepa Shivaram join to discuss the latest.
Millions facing starvation in Sudan: UNHCR
The U.N. Refugee Agency says millions of people are facing starvation in Sudan, where it's been nearly a year since civil war broke out. BBC news reporter Mohamed Osman joined CBS News to explain what's happening there.
Confusion over Arizona abortion ban
The Arizona Supreme Court's decision upholding a law from 1864 that bans abortion with barely any exceptions has led to confusion about when the law will take effect and how it will be enforced. CBS News campaign reporter Shawna Mizelle has more.
Arizona Supreme Court reinstates abortion ban
The Arizona Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled that a Civil War-era abortion ban that does not provide exceptions for rape and incest can be enforced. That ban will supersede a 15-week abortion ban that was signed into law in 2022. Nancy Cordes has the latest.
Arizona 1864 abortion ban: What to know
Arizona's Supreme Court on Tuesday upheld an abortion law from 1864 that would criminalize the procedure with barely any exceptions. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports on the present consequences. Then, New York Times national reporter Kate Zernike joins to discuss.
Haiti's prime minister has resigned. Here's why
Haiti's Prime Minister Ariel Henry has announced he'll resign after weeks of pressure from gangs, who threatened a civil war if he returned to the country. CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers, who is of French and Haitian descent, breaks down the history that led Haiti to this moment.
What to know about Sudan's deadly civil war
Ten months into the deadly civil war in Sudan, the U.S. State Department has appointed a new special envoy to push for an end to the conflict and address the humanitarian crisis. Cameron Hudson, senior associate of the Africa program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins CBS News to explain the cause of the conflict and examine the path forward.
Abraham Lincoln pardoned Biden's great-great-granddad, documents show
President Biden's great-great-grandfather, Moses Robinette, was charged with attempted murder after a fight in 1864.
SCOTUS sets swift schedule for ballot case
The U.S. Supreme Court agreed Friday to take up the Colorado Supreme Court's decision barring former President Donald Trump from its ballot. CBS News election law contributor David Becker joins with analysis.
Supreme Court agrees to take up Trump ballot case
The U.S. Supreme Court decided Friday to take up former President Donald Trump's appeal in the Colorado ballot case. The state's Supreme Court disqualified him in late December, citing the 14th Amendment to the Constitution. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson and campaign reporter Katrina Kaufman have more.
Haley deals with fallout of Civil War remarks
Nikki Haley hosted several events in Iowa on Friday after a tumultuous trip to New Hampshire where she had to clarify her remarks on slavery and its role in causing the American Civil War. CBS News campaign reporter Nidia Cavazos has the latest from the Hawkeye State.
A tumultuous last 2023 swing through New Hampshire for Nikki Haley
Nikki Haley is walking back comments she made about the Civil War on Wednesday as the campaign year comes to an end.
Nikki Haley walks back Civil War comments
Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley is facing backlash after she was asked on Wednesday what caused the Civil War and failed to include slavery in her answer, instead saying the conflict was about state's rights. On Thursday, she attempted to walk back the comments, saying that slavery was an "unquestioned" aspect of the Civil War. Her words come just weeks before the first presidential primary. Christina Ruffini reports from Washington, D.C.
Haley criticized for answer to Civil War question
During a New Hampshire town hall Wednesday night, Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley failed to mention slavery when she was asked by a voter about what caused the Civil War. In a radio interview Thursday, the former South Carolina governor attempted to clean up her answer. Scott MacFarlane reports.
Could Haley's Civil War remarks cost her?
2024 Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley is backtracking her comments that did not mention slavery as a cause of the Civil War. Political strategists Terry Sullivan and Joel Payne join CBS News to examine the impact this could have on her campaign.
Haley criticized over Civil War comments
Nikki Haley's 2024 competitors are criticizing her for omitting the role of slavery in causing the Civil War. CBS News' Nicole Sganga has the latest on the state of the race for the White House.
Haley's Civil War comments spark reactions
Republican presidential candidates are reacting to former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley avoiding talking about slavery when a voter asked Wednesday what she thought was the cause of the Civil War. CBS News campaign reporter Nidia Cavazos reports from New Hampshire.
Nikki Haley defends leaving slavery out as cause of Civil War after backlash
When the New Hampshire voter asked Nikki Haley on why she wasn't mentioning slavery in her response, she asked, "What do you want me to say about slavery?"
What modern-day U.S. can learn from Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln worked with those who hated him and violently disagreed with him. But how exactly did he do it? NPR's Steve Inskeep joins CBS News to discuss his new book about the former president -- and the lessons Americans can learn to navigate political divisions.
Breaking down Trump Colorado disqualification
Donald Trump cannot be president under the 14th Amendment's insurrection clause, Colorado's Supreme Court ruled Tuesday. The decision prevents Trump from appearing on the state's ballot. David Becker, Robert Costa, Anthony Salvanto, Aaron Navarro and Nidia Cavazos have the latest.
Trump trial sees new witnesses to close out first week of testimony
Prosecutors in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York called two new witnesses to the stand on Friday, rounding out the first week of testimony.
Tornadoes destroy homes in Nebraska as severe storms tear across Midwest
Multiple tornadoes were reported in Nebraska and a destructive storm moved from a largely rural area into the Omaha area.
U.S. loses $30 million Reaper drone in Yemen
A U.S. MQ-9 Reaper has crashed in Yemen. It may be the third $30 million drone shot down by the Houthis since November.
Russia attacks Ukrainian energy sector as Kyiv launches drones
Russia has launched a barrage of missiles against Ukraine directed at energy facilities.
University protests over Israel-Hamas war lead to more clashes
Police are cracking down at some university protests over Israel's war against Hamas in Gaza.
Virginia EMT arrested in Turks and Caicos after ammo allegedly found in luggage
The father of one now faces the potential of a mandatory minimum prison sentence of up to 12 years.
Possible TikTok ban leaves some small businesses concerned for their survival
Under the new law signed this week, ByteDance has nine to 12 months to sell the platform to an American owner, or TikTok faces being banned in the U.S.
Former Colorado paramedic Jeremy Cooper sentenced in death of Elijah McClain
Former Colorado paramedic Jeremy Cooper was sentenced to four years probation, 14 months work release and 100 hours of community service on Friday afternoon.
Emergency exit slide falls off Delta flight after takeoff
An emergency exit slide "separated" from a Delta flight Friday, prompting an emergency return to New York City's John F. Kennedy Airport.
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Trump trial sees new witnesses to close out first week of testimony
Prosecutors in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York called two new witnesses to the stand on Friday, rounding out the first week of testimony.
Possible TikTok ban leaves some small businesses concerned for their survival
Under the new law signed this week, ByteDance has nine to 12 months to sell the platform to an American owner, or TikTok faces being banned in the U.S.
Decades after finding an abandoned baby, officer makes remarkable discovery
For more than two decades, retired Lt. Gene Eyster wondered what became of that boy he found abandoned in a cardboard box in an apartment hallway.
Virginia EMT arrested in Turks and Caicos after ammo allegedly found in luggage
The father of one now faces the potential of a mandatory minimum prison sentence of up to 12 years.
Pasteurization working to kill bird flu in milk, early FDA results find
Around 1 in 5 retail milk samples had tested positive for the bird flu virus, but further tests show it was not infectious.
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Possible TikTok ban leaves some small businesses concerned for their survival
Under the new law signed this week, ByteDance has nine to 12 months to sell the platform to an American owner, or TikTok faces being banned in the U.S.
Here's how much income it takes to be considered rich in your state
The income needed to join your state's top earners can vary considerably, from a low of $329,620 annually in West Virginia to $719,253 in Washington D.C.
Many Americans retire far earlier than expected — and not by choice
About 7 in 10 retirees stop working before they turned 65. For many of them, it was for reasons beyond their control.
This small U.S. town is considered the best place to retire. Here's why.
With a relatively low average monthly cost of living and a low crime rate, this little-known town has a lot to offer retirees according to one report.
After Biden signs TikTok ban into law, ByteDance says it won't sell
The China-based owner of TikTok is facing a new law that will force it to either sell the wildly popular video platform, or face a U.S. ban.
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Trump trial sees new witnesses to close out first week of testimony
Prosecutors in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York called two new witnesses to the stand on Friday, rounding out the first week of testimony.
Senators renew scrutiny of border officers searching Americans' phones
Border officers have broad authority to search travelers' electronic devices without a warrant or suspicion of a crime.
Plans for menthol cigarette ban delayed due to "immense" feedback
The White House had been due to decide on the menthol cigarette rule in March.
U.S. loses $30 million Reaper drone in Yemen
A U.S. MQ-9 Reaper has crashed in Yemen. It may be the third $30 million drone shot down by the Houthis since November.
Biden says he's "happy to debate" Trump before 2024 election
"I am happy to debate him," President Biden said during an interview with Howard Stern.
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Pasteurization working to kill bird flu in milk, early FDA results find
Around 1 in 5 retail milk samples had tested positive for the bird flu virus, but further tests show it was not infectious.
Plans for menthol cigarette ban delayed due to "immense" feedback
The White House had been due to decide on the menthol cigarette rule in March.
Superbug from human eye drops outbreak spread to dogs
The discovery of drug-resistant bacteria in two dogs prompted a probe by the CDC and New Jersey health authorities.
"Vampire facials" at unlicensed spa infected 3 with HIV, CDC says
First known HIV cases from a nonsterile injection for cosmetic reasons highlights the risk of unlicensed providers.
Don't just track your steps: 4 health points to monitor on your smartwatch
Are you using your smartwatch to the fullest? Here are 4 metrics doctors say can be useful to track beyond your daily step count.
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Russia attacks Ukrainian energy sector as Kyiv launches drones
Russia has launched a barrage of missiles against Ukraine directed at energy facilities.
Virginia EMT arrested in Turks and Caicos after ammo allegedly found in luggage
The father of one now faces the potential of a mandatory minimum prison sentence of up to 12 years.
U.S. loses $30 million Reaper drone in Yemen
A U.S. MQ-9 Reaper has crashed in Yemen. It may be the third $30 million drone shot down by the Houthis since November.
University protests over Israel-Hamas war lead to more clashes
Police are cracking down at some university protests over Israel's war against Hamas in Gaza.
King Charles III to resume royal duties next week after cancer diagnosis
The king took a break from public appearances nearly three months ago after he was diagnosed with an undisclosed type of cancer while he was undergoing treatment for an enlarged prostate.
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2024 American Music Awards to air on CBS
Fans vote for the award winners — often leading to surprise winners and collaborative performances.
Sophia Bush comes out as queer in public essay, opens up about divorce
Sophia Bush filed for divorce from entrepreneur Grant Hughes in August 2023 after a year of marriage and started dating the former world champion soccer player afterward.
Kate Hudson says her relationship with her father, Bill Hudson, is "warming up"
Preview: In an interview to be broadcast on "CBS News Sunday Morning" April 28, the Oscar-nominated actress also talks about her debut as a singer-songwriter with the album "Glorious."
See inside Frank Sinatra and Mia Farrow's home that's now on sale
Looking for a place to live in NYC? Zillow is now listing Frank Sinatra and Mia Farrow's former home on the Upper East Side.
Italy bans loans of works to Minneapolis museum in a dispute over ancient marble statue
Italy's Culture Ministry has banned loans of works to the Minneapolis Institute of Art, following a dispute with the U.S. museum over an ancient marble statue believed to have been looted from Italy almost a half-century ago.
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Breakthrough AI tech speeding up MRI scans
NYU Langone Health and Meta have developed a new type of MRI that dramatically reduces the time needed to complete scans through artificial intelligence. CBS News correspondent Anne-Marie Green reports.
FCC votes to restore net neutrality
The Federal Communications Commission voted to adopt net neutrality regulations, a reversal from the policy adopted during former President Donald Trump's administration. Christopher Sprigman, a professor at the New York University School of Law, joins CBS News with more on the vote.
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.
Don't just track your steps: 4 health points to monitor on your smartwatch
Are you using your smartwatch to the fullest? Here are 4 metrics doctors say can be useful to track beyond your daily step count.
Why the U.S. struggles to combat romance scams
Local and federal authorities face challenges in investigating and prosecuting romance scammers because the scammers are often based overseas. Jim Axelrod explains.
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Why bats are vital to the ecosystem
Bats have often been called scary and spooky but experts say they play an important role in our daily lives. CBS News' Danya Bacchus explains why the mammals are so vital to our ecosystem and the threats they're facing.
Doctor on lessons from Flint water crisis
Pediatrician Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha, whose work has spurred official action on the Flint water crisis, told CBS News that it's stunning that "we continue to use the bodies of our kids as detectors of environmental contamination." She discusses ways to support victims of the water crisis, the ongoing work of replacing the city's pipes and more in this extended interview.
Flint residents on 10 years of water crisis
Ten years ago, a water crisis began when Flint, Michigan, switched to the Flint River for its municipal water supply. The more corrosive water was not treated properly, allowing lead from pipes to leach into many homes. CBS News correspondent Ash-har Quraishi spoke with residents about what the past decade has been like.
Paving the way to a greener future
According to the University of California, Davis, residential energy use is responsible for 20% of total greenhouse gas emissions in the U.S. However, one company is helping residential buildings reduce their impact and putting carbon to use. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn shows how the process works.
Cicada noise in S.C. prompts calls to sheriff
Emerging cicadas are so loud in one South Carolina county that residents are calling the sheriff's office asking why they can hear a "noise in the air that sounds like a siren, or a whine, or a roar." CBS News' John Dickerson has details.
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Dramatic video shows K9 deputies arrest double murder suspect
Angel Gabriel Cuz-Choc was found hiding in a wooded area after his girlfriend and her 4-year-old daughter were found dead in Florida.
K-9 deputies arrest man accused in double murders
Dramatic bodycam footage shows the moment Florida deputies and K-9 dogs close in on a double murder suspect hiding in a thickly wooded area.
"48 Hours" looks into Kristen Trickle's death
A new "48 Hours" investigation is looking into the death of a Kansas woman after she was found dying from a gunshot wound in 2019. The coroner initially ruled Kristen Trickle's death a suicide, but the local prosecutor said evidence on the scene didn't add up. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty has the story.
Romania court rules Andrew Tate's rape, human trafficking trial can start
A Bucharest court has ruled that a case against social media influencer Andrew Tate meets the required legal criteria and can go ahead, but there's no date set yet.
Killer buys sex doll with wife's life insurance payout
After Kristen Trickle died at her home in Kansas, her husband Colby Trickle received over $120,000 in life insurance benefits and spent nearly $2,000 on a sex doll supposedly to help him sleep.
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Astronauts confident Boeing's Starliner is finally ready for crew flights
Astronauts Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams say they have complete confidence in the Starliner despite questions about Boeing's safety culture.
Man who hoped to be first Black astronaut in 1960s finally heading to space
In 1961, Ed Dwight was selected by President John F. Kennedy to enter an Air Force training program known as the path to NASA's Astronaut Corps. But he ultimately never made it to space.
Spacecraft spots "spiders" scattered across surface of Mars
The creepy patterns were observed by the European Space Agency's ExoMars Trace Gas Orbiter.
Veteran taikonaut, 2 rookies launched to Chinese space station
The Shenzhou 18 crew will replace three taikonauts aboard the Chinese space station who are wrapping up a six-month stay.
Distant spacecraft sends data to Earth for first time in 5 months
In November 2023, NASA's Voyager 1 spacecraft stopped sending "readable science and engineering data."
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
PHOTOS: Baltimore bridge collapses after cargo ship rams into overpass
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
Could an Alabama woman have shot herself twice?
When Tiffiney Crawford was found dead inside her van, authorities believed she might have taken her own life. But could she shoot herself twice in the head with her non-dominant hand?
CBS newsman Charles Osgood (1933-2024)
We look back at the life and career of the longtime host of "Sunday Morning," and "one of the most enduring and most endearing" people in broadcasting.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
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Mother of hostage speaks out after Hamas released video of her son
For more than 200 days after Hersh Goldberg-Polin was taken hostage by Hamas on Oct.7, his mother hadn't heard his voice or seen video that proved he was alive. But that changed this week, when Hamas released a propaganda video showing Hersh – an Israeli-American – alive with his left arm amputated. CBS News' Debora Patta sat down with his mother, Rachel Goldberg-Polin, to ask about the "overwhelming and emotional" moment she saw that video and how she hopes all parties involved can reach a compromise to end the suffering.
Emergency exit slide falls off Delta flight
A Delta Air Lines flight en route to Los Angeles was forced to circle back to New York's JFK International Airport Friday morning after it dropped an emergency exit slide.
Teens organize benefit dinner for cancer patients
Meet high school freshmen Joshua Small and Alexander Morris, a dynamic duo making a difference in their New York city community. The two long-time friends are teaming up to raise money to help young cancer patients and their families.
Fourth arrest of American in Turks and Caicos
Another American has been arrested in the Caribbean territory of Turks and Caicos after ammunition was allegedly found in his luggage. The Virginia man is the fourth American detained under similar circumstances in the last several months. Kris Van Cleave has more.
Small business owners brace for TikTok ban
With the clock ticking on TikTok, millions of users, including small businesses, are scrambling to figure out what to do next. Jo Ling Kent reports.