Justice Department sues Idaho over abortion law
The Justice Department argues Idaho's law violates the Constitution and conflicts with federal law.
The Battle Over Abortion
Appeals court reinstates Kentucky's near-total abortion ban
The state's two clinics issued a statement saying "abortion is now banned in Kentucky," and said they began canceling scheduled procedures.
Indiana Senate narrowly passes near-total abortion ban
The Republican-controlled Senate voted 26-20 after about three hours of debate.
In rare move, Justice Alito mocks foreign critics of abortion ruling
Justice Samuel Alito responded to critics of the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, including British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Prince Harry.
City, county attorneys urge Biden admin not to help enforce abortion bans
The coalition of attorneys is asking the administration for clear guidance not to cooperate with states and localities criminalizing abortion.
Wyoming and North Dakota abortion bans temporarily blocked
The Wyoming ban was set to take effect Wednesday. The North Dakota law was set to take effect Thursday.
Dr. Caitlin Bernard speaks out on "real-life implications" of abortion bans
Bernard is the doctor who provided a medication-induced abortion to a 10-year-old last month, according to Indiana records.
Vice President Harris called Dr. Caitlin Bernard after abortion controversy
Harris thanked Bernard for her leadership and said it's giving others a "sense of strength," a White House official told CBS News.
California enacts first-of-its-kind measure targeting ghost guns, assault weapons
It allows people to sue those who distribute illegal assault weapons or parts for untraceable ghost guns.
Federal appeals court lets Georgia's "heartbeat" abortion law take effect
The court cited the U.S. Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade. The Georgia law has exceptions for rape and incest and when the mother's life is at risk.
Doctor moves to sue Indiana attorney general for defamation in abortion case
A 27-year-old man has been charged with raping the 10-year-old girl in Columbus, Ohio.
West Virginia's 150-year-old abortion ban blocked by judge
A judge in West Virginia's capital has blocked enforcement of the state's 150-year-old abortion ban, opening the door for abortions to resume in the state.
Thousands seek abortions in Florida amid bans in neighboring states
Florida is on track to surpass last year's total of out-of-state abortions.
Ohio man charged with raping 10-year-old girl
A detective testified Wednesday that the girl had an abortion last month in Indiana, according to The Columbus Dispatch.
As abortion rights head to the states, so too are women candidates
Of the 99 state legislative chambers across the country, Republicans control 62. Democrats control 37.
Near-total abortion ban put on hold in Louisiana for second time
It's temporarily sidelined due to a clinic's suit seeking to block the bank, which was to take effect in the wake of the U.S. Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade.
Justice Department launches task force seeking to protect abortion rights
President Biden signed an executive order that called on the Justice Department to do everything within its power to protect women seeking an abortion.
Woman cited for HOV ticket says her unborn baby should count as second person
"I was trying to get safely to my destination," she told CBS News. "And I thought there was two people in my car."
More men seeking vasectomies after Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade
One two-doctor practice in Florida is performing six vasectomies an hour most days.
Biden admin says doctors must offer abortion if mother's life is at risk
The Health and Human Services Department is telling hospitals that they "must" provide abortion services if the life of the mother is at risk.
Abortion rights poised to go before Michigan voters as 750K sign petition
An amendment to the state constitution protecting abortion rights could be on the ballot in Michigan this November.
Doctor wants to open floating abortion clinic in the Gulf of Mexico
"The vessel will be Coast Guard inspected and will have helicopter access for transport and emergencies," the organization says.
Biden says he's considering a public health emergency for abortion access
The president said he's considering declaring a public health emergency to free up federal resources to promote abortion access.
Harris stresses need for "pro-choice Congress" to protect abortion rights
"You don't have to advocate or believe that this is right for you or your family, but don't let the government make the decision for her family, whoever she may be," she said.
Biden signs executive order on abortion access
President Biden took executive action intended to protect access and privacy related to abortion.
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