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.
The Battle Over Abortion
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.
Abortion at "historic low" by all measures, CDC study says
Nearly two-thirds of people who had abortions in the U.S. already had at least one child, according to the study.
Supreme Court to hear critical abortion access case in March
If upheld, the law in question could entirely eliminate access to legal abortion in Louisiana
Pro-abortion rights activists claim major victories in Kentucky and Virginia
Kentucky is one of the most hostile states toward abortion access and passed a so-called "heartbeat" ban earlier this year
South Carolina governor: "no constitutional right" to abortion
On "The Takeout" this week, Governor Henry McMaster talked with host Major Garrett about his opposition to abortion rights
Health
Coronavirus updates: Deadliest day yet puts U.S. COVID-19 toll over 4,000
Globally the disease has claimed more than 42,000 lives, and the White House says it could kill more than 200,000 in America alone.
28 Texas spring breakers test positive for coronavirus
A group of 70 young adults from Texas traveled to Mexico – now the health department is investigating.
Rubber bullets fired at South Africans defying coronavirus orders
Authorities are worried the coronavirus could spread in poorer areas where crowds are difficult to control.
Chicago ER doctor: Virus crisis is "the only thing that scares me"
"This is the most scared I've ever been being an ER doctor, and it's not just because of me. It's because I have a wife and a 2-year-old and a 1-year-old at home and I don't want to expose them," he told CBS News' David Begnaud.
Drastic, early action seems to keep a lid on Jordan's COVID-19 outbreak
Strict lockdown measures were implemented in the kingdom after just a few cases of the new coronavirus popped up, and it appears to be working.
Watch live: Coronavirus Task Force gives update on response
President Trump has painted a sobering picture of the toll the virus is expected to take on the country.
Dozens in California nursing home hit with COVID-19 and 2 have died
Six staff members of the Cedar Mountain Post Acute Rehabilitation in Yucaipa, east of L.A., have also tested positive
Watch live: New York Governor Cuomo gives coronavirus update
More than 75,000 cases have been confirmed in the state, which is the U.S. epicenter of the virus outbreak.
Federal prisons will confine inmates to cells for 14 days
The bureau holds 146,000 inmates across 122 facilities nationwide.
Coronavirus death toll at Maryland nursing home rises to 5
One man in his 90s with underlying health problems died Saturday evening at the nursing home, health officials said.
Defense Secretary discusses military's fight against coronavirus
Defense Secretary Mark Esper spoke with "CBS Evening News" to discuss the U.S. military's fight against coronavirus.
Man uses bucket truck to visit mom amid coronavirus pandemic
He usually takes his mom out every Thursday – but during coronavirus, he had to get creative.
Jerusalem sanitizes stones of Western Wall amid pandemic
As the Jewish holiday Passover approaches, Israel is ramping up its social distancing guidelines and implementing extra safety measures.
Health care workers show faces bruised by protective gear
"I feel broken — and we are only at the start," one doctor wrote.
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.
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Over 4,000 pounds of drugs found in tunnel under border
The drug bust happened after agents found a 2,000-foot-long underground tunnel that extended from a warehouse in Tijuana to San Diego.
Coronavirus updates: Deadliest day yet puts U.S. COVID-19 toll over 4,000
Globally the disease has claimed more than 42,000 lives, and the White House says it could kill more than 200,000 in America alone.
Putin sends military plane to U.S. with supplies to fight virus
Video released by the ministry showed the cargo plane loaded with boxes preparing to take off from a military airbase near Moscow.
Rubber bullets fired at South Africans defying coronavirus orders
Authorities are worried the coronavirus could spread in poorer areas where crowds are difficult to control.
Drastic, early action seems to keep a lid on Jordan's COVID-19 outbreak
Strict lockdown measures were implemented in the kingdom after just a few cases of the new coronavirus popped up, and it appears to be working.
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Over 4,000 pounds of drugs found in tunnel under border
The drug bust happened after agents found a 2,000-foot-long underground tunnel that extended from a warehouse in Tijuana to San Diego.
Coronavirus updates: Deadliest day yet puts U.S. COVID-19 toll over 4,000
Globally the disease has claimed more than 42,000 lives, and the White House says it could kill more than 200,000 in America alone.
Carnival still has 6,000 passengers on ships at sea
Cruise ship operator said people on the ships may not be able to disembark until the end of April.
28 Texas spring breakers test positive for coronavirus
A group of 70 young adults from Texas traveled to Mexico – now the health department is investigating.
Biden casts doubts on Democrats' July convention amid coronavirus crisis
Former Vice President Joe Biden said now that the Tokyo Olympics have been pushed back a year because of the coronavirus, "there's more time" for the Democrats to hold their nominating convention.
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Biden casts doubts on Democrats' July convention amid coronavirus crisis
Former Vice President Joe Biden said now that the Tokyo Olympics have been pushed back a year because of the coronavirus, "there's more time" for the Democrats to hold their nominating convention.
Watch live: Coronavirus Task Force gives update on response
President Trump has painted a sobering picture of the toll the virus is expected to take on the country.
Watch live: New York Governor Cuomo gives coronavirus update
More than 75,000 cases have been confirmed in the state, which is the U.S. epicenter of the virus outbreak.
A week before primary, Wisconsin faces poll worker shortage
Jurisdictions say they're short almost 7,000 poll workers.
Lawmakers call on ICE to free more immigrants amid pandemic
A federal judge said not releasing sick immigrants could lead to "unconscionable and possibly barbaric result."
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U.S. Army Field Band still playing amid coronavirus
Concert halls have gone dark all over the world, but the coronavirus could not silence the U.S. Army Field Band. David Martin reports.
“ACM Presents: Our Country” airs Sunday
Blake Shelton and Carrie Underwood are two of the many artists that will be featured on the Sunday special, “ACM Presents: Our Country,” packed full of conversations and songs from country music’s biggest stars. The Academy of Country Music had to postpone its awards show over the coronavirus pandemic, and will air the special in its place to give music fans something to look forward to as the virus forces events such as concerts and festivals to be called off.
Empire State Building flashes red to honor first responders
The top of the New York City landmark has a siren-like light revolving around its famed needle.
Who should play Joe Exotic in a "Tiger King" movie?
There can be only one Tiger King.
Stephon Marbury is trying to help deliver 10M masks to NYC
The gear is for hospital workers and first responders in the front lines against coronavirus.
Technology
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Marriott reveals second big data breach in two years
Marriott said 5.2 million hotel guests may have had their personal information accessed dating back to mid-January.
Amazon fires worker who organized warehouse walkout
New York City mayor and New York state Attorney General say they'll investigate if the firing was retaliatory.
Screening site promised by Trump takes step toward expansion
The Project Baseline website remains focused on just four California counties
Can this simple ventilator help slow coronavirus death rate?
The OxVent is comprised of three simple pieces: a control box, a transparent container with a pump inside, and a monitor used to track ventilation.
Amazon warehouse workers walk out over coronavirus
Workers in Staten Island, New York, say the e-commerce giant is not doing enough to protect them from getting sick.
Science
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SpaceX wins NASA moon program contract
SpaceX's Dragon XL cargo ships will support NASA's Artemis moonwalkers and allow extended research.
Great Barrier Reef suffers another mass bleaching
This is the third mass coral bleaching event on the Great Barrier Reef in just five years.
Australian bushfire smoke killed more people than fires: Study
Smoke from the fires caused 417 deaths and more than 4,400 hospitalizations.
Air pollution clearing due to coronavirus lockdowns
Satellite images show strict lockdowns to stop the spread of the coronavirus are also having an impact on the environment.
Nature up close: Allowing nature to tend to our souls
"Sunday Morning" contributing videographer Judy Lehmberg offers a break from the virus
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Coronavirus updates: Deadliest day yet puts U.S. COVID-19 toll over 4,000
Globally the disease has claimed more than 42,000 lives, and the White House says it could kill more than 200,000 in America alone.
28 Texas spring breakers test positive for coronavirus
A group of 70 young adults from Texas traveled to Mexico – now the health department is investigating.
Rubber bullets fired at South Africans defying coronavirus orders
Authorities are worried the coronavirus could spread in poorer areas where crowds are difficult to control.
Chicago ER doctor: Virus crisis is "the only thing that scares me"
"This is the most scared I've ever been being an ER doctor, and it's not just because of me. It's because I have a wife and a 2-year-old and a 1-year-old at home and I don't want to expose them," he told CBS News' David Begnaud.
Drastic, early action seems to keep a lid on Jordan's COVID-19 outbreak
Strict lockdown measures were implemented in the kingdom after just a few cases of the new coronavirus popped up, and it appears to be working.
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Marriott reveals second big data breach in two years
Marriott said 5.2 million hotel guests may have had their personal information accessed dating back to mid-January.
Disney's Bob Iger gives up salary during coronavirus
Iger isn't the only Disney employee giving up some earnings while the Disney parks remain closed.
Stocks suffer their worst quarter since 2008
"This is the fastest move in history from an all-time high to a bear market," one finance pro commented.
Amazon fires worker who organized warehouse walkout
New York City mayor and New York state Attorney General say they'll investigate if the firing was retaliatory.
More retail giants will furlough workers, expert says
"The job situation is going to be getting worse and worse, at least for the next few months," Schlesinger said.
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Federal prisons will confine inmates to cells for 14 days
The bureau holds 146,000 inmates across 122 facilities nationwide.
Police ask for leads in disappearance of Don Lewis
Carole is accused of having some involvement in her husband's disappearance in the series — rumors she vehemently denies.
Pastor arrested after holding packed church service in Florida
Sheriff told leaders of The River at Tampa Bay Church they violated a local "safer-at-home" order to stem the spread of COVID-19.
Man charged for throwing "corona party" with 47 people
The New Jersey governor called the party "stupid" and said he would "name and shame" anybody who throws one.
"Grim Sleeper" serial killer found dead in prison
The stepmother of a victim named Barbara Ware said she was shocked by the news.
Space
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Space
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.
Astronaut who spent 665 days in space has advice on isolation
By social distancing and quarantining, people are "saving lives," retired NASA astronaut Peggy Whitson said.
Coronavirus to stop astronaut's family from attending launch
NASA astronaut Chris Cassidy is dealing with some unexpected changes as he prepares for launch next month.
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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.
Dog delivers groceries to quarantined neighbor
A golden retriever in Colorado is helping his elderly neighbor practice social distancing by picking up her shopping list, giving it to his owner, and then delivering her bags of groceries.
NBA star on mental illness, social distancing
Basketball star Kevin Love, who plays for the Cleveland Cavaliers, revealed personal struggles with depression and anxiety in a bid to bring awareness to mental health. One in five American adults experience some form of mental illness each year, and many are struggling with current social distancing guidelines that leave people feeling isolated. Love joins "CBS This Morning" to talk about what he is doing to cope himself, and his generous donation to out of work arena employees.
Amazon employees makes damning accusations
Amazon employees staged a strike against the online retail giant earlier in the week. One worker claims he was fired for staging a walkout in New York, a claim the company denies. Another at the management level said she was told to keep an employee's coronavirus diagnosis a secret, which the company also denied. Adriana Diaz speaks to some of these workers about their explosive accusations.
Ex-CDC director on White House virus timeline
The White House coronavirus task force has projected the coronavirus pandemic to go through June, possibly slowing down in July. Dr. Tom Frieden, who served as CDC Director during the Ebola and Zika outbreaks, weighs in on the latest pandemic models and how Americans can stay healthy during an appearance on "CBS This Morning."
