Texas AG expects abortion ban will reach Supreme Court
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton defended the temporary ban on abortion.
The Battle Over Abortion
Texas' coronavirus abortion ban can continue, appeals court rules
Abortion in Texas has been unavailable for more than two weeks, the first time the procedure has not been accessible in a state since Roe v. Wade.
Abortion in Oklahoma can resume, despite governor's ban
A federal judge blocked Oklahoma's ban, allowing abortion to continue in the state.
Some abortion services in Ohio will be halted, judges rule
Ohio was the first state to suspend abortion services in what state officials said was an effort to conserve medical resources during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Texas abortion ban can continue, court rules
Patients in Texas will no longer be able to access abortion services until further review by the court.
Abortion in Texas will resume, despite attorney general orders
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton appealed the decision Tuesday morning and said, "Abortion providers who refuse to follow state law are demonstrating a clear disregard for Texans."
Some states facing legal challenges over abortion bans
Planned Parenthood, the ACLU and others filed legal complaints over abortion bans in Alabama, Iowa, Ohio, Oklahoma and Texas.
Iowa and Ohio sued over halting abortion amid pandemic
Several states in the South and Midwest have halted abortion with directives suspending "non-essential" medical procedures.
Texas sued over coronavirus abortion ban
"This [ban] will place lives in jeopardy," said Alexis McGill Johnson, Planned Parenthood's leader.
Mississippi gov. calls for abortion ban amid coronavirus outbreak
If the ban goes into effect, Mississippi would become the third state to halt abortion services amid the coronavirus outbreak.
Groups urge HHS to ban abortion amid coronavirus outbreak
A coalition of activists called for the federal government to order clinics nationwide to "cease operations."
Abortion in Ohio will continue, despite order to stop
At least five of the state's six clinics say abortion is essential, time sensitive and there won't be any interruption of services.
Ohio abortion clinics ordered to stop procedures
The order, if enforced, would make abortion even more difficult to obtain in a state that's been aggressively attempting to limit and restrict the procedure.
Roe v. Wade might not matter after Supreme Court decides this case
Arguments Wednesday in June Medical Services v. Russo will be the first abortion case the Supreme Court has heard since the additions of two conservative justices.
Anti-abortion Democrats don't have a candidate to support
"We're politically homeless," said the executive director of Democrats for Life of America. "When you look at the platform it doesn't leave any room for people like me."
ACLU files suit to block "sanctuary cities" from outlawing abortion
In its filing, the ACLU claims the ordinances violate the constitution and mislead residents "as to whether individuals can in fact exercise their right to access abortion. "
Louisiana passes more anti-abortion restrictions than any other state
The study, released by the Guttmacher Institute on Tuesday morning, highlights what some reproductive rights supporters say is a strategy to "regulate abortion out of existence."
President Trump speaks at March for Life anti-abortion rally
Mr. Trump announced he'd be attending the rally on the 47th anniversary of the Roe v. Wade decision.
Americans weigh in on candidates who support abortion restrictions
A Marist poll commissioned by the Knights of Columbus found 65% of Americans are more likely to support candidates in 2020 who allow abortion at most in the first three months of a pregnancy.
Planned Parenthood leader speaks out on Roe v. Wade anniversary
Alexis McGill Johnson warned that the impact of an upcoming Supreme Court case could "effectively gut Roe."
Women denied abortions in financial distress years later, study finds
Economists track denials of abortions to significant increases in unpaid debts, evictions and poverty conditions.
Planned Parenthood invests $45 million in 2020 elections
Planned Parenthood has launched the biggest electoral effort in its history: a $45 million spend to support 2020 candidates who support abortion rights.
Lawmakers ask Supreme Court to consider overturning Roe v. Wade
207 members of Congress signed an amicus brief to the Supreme Court arguing that the landmark abortion case Roe v. Wade is unworkable.
Dramatic drop in abortion providers as states target clinics
At least 26 abortion clinics have closed in 2019 alone.
Major legal and medical groups voice support for abortion access
Non-partisan groups, like the American Medical Association, voiced their opposition to Louisiana's abortion law.
Health
Texas Republicans arranging use of drug Trump champions for virus fight
One GOP activist who's a doctor using hydroxychloroquine, unproven vs. COVID-19, on residents of nursing home even as state senator setting up shipments to other states.
CDC set to loosen some back-to-work guidelines, Pence says
Agency will suggest making it easier for those who've self-isolated after being near someone with COVID-19 to return to work if they're asymptomatic, vice president said.
Watch live: Coronavirus Task Force gives update on response
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill have started crafting additional measures to provide relief for small businesses and Americans out of work because of the crisis.
Watch live: New York Governor Cuomo gives coronavirus update
Cuomo said "we can't stop" coronavirus from killing vulnerable people.
Texas AG expects abortion ban will reach Supreme Court
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton defended the temporary ban on abortion.
What to know about possible coronavirus treatments
Four U.S. biotech companies – Amgen, Genetech, Gilead, and Regeneron – are working on experimental drugs.
Coronavirus hitting vulnerable populations in the South
Cases of COVID-19, the disease caused by coronavirus, has been spreading rapidly across Louisiana where the death toll doubled there in just a week.
Regeneron CSO discusses possible timeline for COVID-19 treatment
"By the end of the summer, we could be treating hundreds of thousands, if not millions of people," Yancopoulos said.
Fighting to save his restaurant: "I have worked 21 days straight"
Ed McFarland, owner of Ed's Lobster Bar in New York City, says he feels "fortunate" to still be in business.
86-year-old and three sons die after contracting COVID-19
The mother and three sons all died within days of each other, the New Orleans Coroner's Office confirmed.
France's death toll tops 10,000 as Paris ramps up restrictions
As France begins its fourth week of lockdown, the number of new cases and deaths keep rising.
Walgreens to offer drive-thru coronavirus tests in 7 states
Drugstore chain says it'll deliver results in less than 15 minutes to as many as 3,000 people a day.
Surviving coronavirus: How long does it take to recover?
Despite the frightening death toll, the vast majority of people who come down with COVID-19 will survive it.
India drops drug export ban after Trump threatens "retaliation"
As it's tested as a possible treatment for COVID-19, India had barred exports of hydroxychloroquine, until Trump weighed in.
Baby of mom with COVID-19 dies after premature birth
"Had [the mother] not been COVID-19 positive... likely she would not have gone into preterm labor and there would have been a different outcome," an official said
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Twitter's Jack Dorsey pledges $1 billion for virus relief efforts
That's about a-third of his fortune and may be most any one person has given to that cause so far.
ICE to consider freeing vulnerable immigrants as coronavirus cases rise
Hours before the announcement, a federal judge ordered the release of 22 sick immigrants in Pennsylvania, warning of "catastrophic outcomes."
France's death toll tops 10,000 as Paris ramps up restrictions
As France begins its fourth week of lockdown, the number of new cases and deaths keep rising.
Andrea Bocelli to sing at empty Duomo on Easter Sunday
"Thanks to music, streamed live, bringing together millions of clasped hands everywhere in the world, we will hug this wounded Earth's pulsing heart," Bocelli said
India drops drug export ban after Trump threatens "retaliation"
As it's tested as a possible treatment for COVID-19, India had barred exports of hydroxychloroquine, until Trump weighed in.
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Coronavirus updates: U.S. toll nears 13,000 as drug touted by Trump put to the test
Hydroxychloroquine is clinically unproven as a treatment for COVID-19, but Mr. Trump's vigorous endorsement has led to a controversial rush to experiment on patients.
Democrats tack on demands to $250 billion boost for small businesses
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer are calling for an additional $250 billion in funding for hospitals, state and local governments, and food assistance.
States backpedal on plastic-bag bans amid coronavirus panic
Some states are taking harsh measures against reusable tote bags in grocery stores — but plastic can be just as dirty.
CDC set to loosen some back-to-work guidelines, Pence says
Agency will suggest making it easier for those who've self-isolated after being near someone with COVID-19 to return to work if they're asymptomatic, vice president said.
Watch live: Coronavirus Task Force gives update on response
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill have started crafting additional measures to provide relief for small businesses and Americans out of work because of the crisis.
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Democrats tack on demands to $250 billion boost for small businesses
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer are calling for an additional $250 billion in funding for hospitals, state and local governments, and food assistance.
Texas Republicans arranging use of drug Trump champions for virus fight
One GOP activist who's a doctor using hydroxychloroquine, unproven vs. COVID-19, on residents of nursing home even as state senator setting up shipments to other states.
CDC set to loosen some back-to-work guidelines, Pence says
Agency will suggest making it easier for those who've self-isolated after being near someone with COVID-19 to return to work if they're asymptomatic, vice president said.
Watch live: Coronavirus Task Force gives update on response
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill have started crafting additional measures to provide relief for small businesses and Americans out of work because of the crisis.
Watch live: New York Governor Cuomo gives coronavirus update
Cuomo said "we can't stop" coronavirus from killing vulnerable people.
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John Prine, folk singer-songwriter, has died at age 73
Prine was hospitalized 12 days ago after suffering "a sudden onset of COVID-19 symptoms."
Chicago theater entertains viewers at home
Theaters have gone dark as the world stays home to stop the spread of coronavirus. However, the curtain still goes up every night for those who remember the words of Shakespeare: "all the world's a stage." Dean Reynolds reports.
Andrea Bocelli to sing at empty Duomo on Easter Sunday
"Thanks to music, streamed live, bringing together millions of clasped hands everywhere in the world, we will hug this wounded Earth's pulsing heart," Bocelli said
Online arts for kids: Museums, arts organizations bring the experience home
Check out the lessons, interactive games, videos and audios perfect for homebound kids to explore art from museums and arts organizations around the world
Arts organizations bring the experience home to kids
Lights are out at theaters and museums around the country due to the coronavirus pandemic. But arts organizations are finding ways to stay connected, even with the youngest art lovers. "Lincoln Center at Home" is just one initiative that offers free children's classes and lessons online. “Sunday Morning" producer Sara Kugel reports.
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With more working from home, our Internet undergoes a stress test
There has been a dramatic rise (as much as 50%) in online traffic on residential networks that weren't built for data-heavy two-way video conference calls
Google data tracks coronavirus lockdown movement
The internet giant's Community Mobility Reports show how social distancing has affected travel to places like supermarkets and parks.
Zoom looks to fix major security shortcomings
Zoom's CEO said conferencing company will freeze certain features for 90 days to work on strengthening its security.
Amazon vows all warehouse workers will have face masks by next week
The company is also expanding its use of temperature checks to all its facilities, after a surge of worker complaints.
Zoom CEO responds after calls hacked with slurs and porn
The popular app said its number of users has ballooned to hundreds of millions with people isolated at home under coronavirus precautions.
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States backpedal on plastic-bag bans amid coronavirus panic
Some states are taking harsh measures against reusable tote bags in grocery stores — but plastic can be just as dirty.
Climate change has made California's fire seasons worse: Study
Of the 20 largest fires that have occurred since the 1930s, 15 have come in the past 20 years.
Tuesday's "pink moon" is 2020's largest supermoon
The pink moon was viewable all over the globe.
Nature up close: Springtime in Yellowstone
It's the season for babies to put in an appearance, so "Sunday Morning" contributing videographer Judy Lehmberg offers us a little cuteness
Tiger tests positive for COVID-19 at New York City zoo, officials say
The Bronx Zoo says Nadia, her sister Azul, two Amur tigers and three African lions had developed a dry cough. They are all expected to recover.
Health
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Texas Republicans arranging use of drug Trump champions for virus fight
One GOP activist who's a doctor using hydroxychloroquine, unproven vs. COVID-19, on residents of nursing home even as state senator setting up shipments to other states.
CDC set to loosen some back-to-work guidelines, Pence says
Agency will suggest making it easier for those who've self-isolated after being near someone with COVID-19 to return to work if they're asymptomatic, vice president said.
Watch live: Coronavirus Task Force gives update on response
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill have started crafting additional measures to provide relief for small businesses and Americans out of work because of the crisis.
Watch live: New York Governor Cuomo gives coronavirus update
Cuomo said "we can't stop" coronavirus from killing vulnerable people.
Texas AG expects abortion ban will reach Supreme Court
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton defended the temporary ban on abortion.
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Twitter's Jack Dorsey pledges $1 billion for virus relief efforts
That's about a-third of his fortune and may be most any one person has given to that cause so far.
Lowe's will close Easter Sunday to give workers a break
CEO Marvin Ellison said the company wants to give employees "a much-deserved day off" to spend with family.
Walgreens to offer drive-thru coronavirus tests in 7 states
Drugstore chain says it'll deliver results in less than 15 minutes to as many as 3,000 people a day.
Mnuchin requests boost in funding for Paycheck Protection Program
Treasury Secretary Mnuchin said that he had spoken to congressional leaders to request an additional $250 billion
Furloughed due to the virus? Here's what you need to know
Millions of workers are now in limbo as the outbreak freezes business across the U.S.
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Doctor, husband killed execution-style by daughter's boyfriend
The daughter and her boyfriend didn't follow her parents' social distancing rules, a friend told investigators.
Illinois mayor's wife found at bar violating stay-at-home order
"My wife is an adult capable of making her own decisions, and in this instance she exhibited a stunning lack of judgement," Mayor Brant Walker of Alton, Illinois, wrote on Facebook.
Maeve Kennedy Townsend McKean's body recovered
A dive and rescue team found McKean's body in 25 feet of water, approximately 2.5 miles south of her mother's house in Shady Side, Maryland.
Child abuse fears rise as families isolate during pandemic
One Texas children's hospital is raising alarm bells after two children died of suspected abuse on the same day.
5 people shot dead for "talking loudly" during virus lockdown
The shootings took place in the Ryazan region during stay-at-home orders aimed at slowing the spread of the coronavirus.
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Tuesday's "pink moon" is 2020's largest supermoon
The pink moon was viewable all over the globe.
NASA's Perseverance rover is bringing a hidden message to Mars
After NASA shared a photo of the rover's plaque carrying the names of nearly 11 million people, eagle-eyed fans spotted something special.
NASA offers online fun amid coronavirus
NASA is offering some help to families who are quarantined during the coronavirus. The space agency's website has dozens of tutorials to fascinate any math, science and space lovers.
SpaceX wins NASA moon program contract
SpaceX's Dragon XL cargo ships will support NASA's Artemis moonwalkers and allow extended research.
U.S. Space Force launches billion-dollar military comms satellite
The flight was the first national security space launch under authority of the newly established U.S. Space Force — and completed during a deadly pandemic.
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Photos of New York City during the coronavirus crisis
New York City has been particularly hard-hit by COVID-19. These photos show what it's like on the ground.
Photos from the 1918 Spanish flu pandemic
After World War I, something much more deadly arrived on America's shores: the H1N1 influenza virus, known as the Spanish flu.
Evidence photos: Reuschel attempted murder case
Mike Reuschel told police he and his wife Sue had been stabbed by an intruder, but she later told police her husband was the real assailant.
Coronavirus: Deserted places in America, Italy, China and more
From hallowed U.S. colleges to Parisian museums to Italian landmarks, the coronavirus is clearing out the world's most beloved public spaces.
Deadliest infectious diseases in the world, ranked
It's not yet clear how the new coronavirus outbreak will stack up against the world's deadliest infectious diseases.
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Sole survivor of Chino Hills massacre describes what happened
Doug and Peggy Ryen, their daughter, Jessica, and neighbor Christopher Hughes were brutally murdered inside the Ryen family’s home on June 4, 1983. Josh Ryen was the only survivor. A year-and-a-half later, the 10-year-old answered D.A. Dennis Kottemeier’s questions about that horrific night – with his grandmother by his side.
Tips for finding happiness during pandemic
Science may be able to help us find happiness during the coronavirus outbreaks. Professor Laurie Santos, who created the most popular class at Yale University, "Psychology and the Good Life," joins "CBS This Morning" with tips for people who may be feeling stressed and anxious.
How social distancing is impacting Passover
Wednesday evening, Jewish people across the country and around the world will celebrate Passover, but social distancing is forcing millions of Americans to find new ways to connect. Dana Jacobson speaks with families about how they are celebrating the holiday this year.
Doctors face ethical crisis amid pandemic
Life-and-death decisions are being forced upon doctors in states that are battling a high number of coronavirus cases, due to a critical lack of hospital beds and ventilators. While some health care systems have foreseen this and set priority guidelines for allocating their precious resources, others leave it up to the attending physician -- leaving patients at the mercy of both. Dr. Tara Narula speaks to doctors about the moral crisis they are facing on top of the virus crisis ravaging the country.
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