Oklahoma court OKs abortion to preserve mother's life
The Oklahoma Supreme Court on Tuesday overturned a portion of the state's ban on abortion, ruling women have a right to an abortion not just in a medical emergency.
The Battle Over Abortion
Idaho hospital stops labor and delivery services citing "political climate"
Abortion bans have made it increasingly challenging for rural hospitals nationwide to attract qualified staff.
Wyoming governor signs bill banning abortion pills
The governor also allowed a separate measure restricting abortion to become law without his signature.
North Dakota Supreme Court keeps in place block on state's abortion ban
The decision came in a challenge to North Dakota's trigger ban brought by the Red River Women's Clinic.
Texas judge hears abortion pill case that could disrupt access nationwide
An injunction from U.S. District Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk could halt distribution of the abortion pill nationwide.
California cancels Walgreens contract over its abortion pill stance
Gov. Gavin Newsom said the state is using its "market power to defend the right to choose."
Texas women file lawsuit over state's abortion ban
The lawsuit filed Tuesday seeks to clarify what qualifies as a medical exception to the law rather than overturn Texas' abortion bans.
Texas judge to rule on abortion pill used by millions of Americans
"A lot of people rely on this medication," one OB-GYN said. "It is something that has been the standard of care for over 20 years."
Prosecutor ousted by DeSantis over abortion law plans appeal to get job back
The elected state prosecutor suspended by the Florida governor is filing an appeal in his federal lawsuit against the governor in a renewed bid to get his job back.
Montana GOP lawmakers shy away from changing constitutional right to abortion
"What Republicans are doing right now is they are testing the waters," said Jessi Bennion, a Montana State University political scientist.
Texas lawsuit could threaten nationwide availability of abortion pill
Medication abortion accounts for the majority of abortions in the U.S.
Minnesota governor signs bill protecting "fundamental right" to abortion
The Protect Reproductive Options Act, or PRO Act, codifies the right to abortion access and reproductive care in the state
Suspect arrested in connection with fire at Illinois Planned Parenthood clinic
According to a criminal complaint, the suspect told investigators that if the fire caused "a little delay" in a patient receiving services at the clinic, then it may have been "all worth it."
Abortion debate ramps up in states as Congress deadlocks
With the issue mostly deadlocked in Washington, the focus is shifting to states convening their first full legislative sessions since Roe v. Wade was overturned.
How CBS News covered Roe v. Wade in 1973
On Jan. 22, 1973, Walter Cronkite reported on the Supreme Court abortion decision that would shape American lives and political debate for the next 50 years.
2024 GOP presidential contenders face conservative litmus test on abortion
Republican hopefuls may distinguish themselves on the issue during the primaries, but it could haunt the nominee during the general election.
Supreme Court says it can't identify person who leaked abortion opinion
Chief Justice John Roberts asked the marshal of the Supreme Court to investigate the leak.
Officials investigate arson at central Illinois Planned Parenthood facility
A fire at a central Illinois Planned Parenthood facility was intentionally set, officials say.
Kamala Harris to give speech to commemorate 50th anniversary of Roe v. Wade
The Biden administration wants to signal that the administration won't give up on aboriton now that the midterm election is over.
CVS sued by nurse who was fired after she refused to prescribe birth control
A third lawsuit against the pharmacy chain claims it illegally fired an employee who said her religion prevented her from prescribing the drugs.
Transcript: Rep. Nancy Mace on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Republican Rep. Nancy Mace of South Carolina that aired Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023, on "Face the Nation."
Walgreens, CVS say they will sell abortion pills at pharmacies
Justice Department also ruled that the USPS may legally deliver abortion drugs in all 50 U.S. states.
South Carolina abortion ban violates state's constitution, court rules
The ban had drawn legal challenges since it was signed into law two years ago.
FDA expands availability of abortion pills
Legal experts foresee years of court battles over access to the pills, as abortion-rights proponents bring test cases to challenge state restrictions.
Senators move to protect IVF treatments
Fertility treatment advocates fear IVF and other technologies may be endangered by the fall of Roe v. Wade and state measures with vague language and so-called personhood bills.
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