Trump bans funding for groups that aid abortion overseas
President Trump signed an order reinstating what's known as the Mexico City Policy. Critics say it will cut funding essential for health care in developing nations.
The Battle Over Abortion
DOJ limits enforcement of law protecting reproductive health centers
According to a Justice Department memo, future FACE Act violations will mostly be left to state or local law enforcement.
Judge allows 3 states to advance efforts to restrict access to abortion pill
A federal judge in Texas is allowing three other states to pursue a challenge seeking to restrict access to the abortion pill mifepristone nationwide.
Texas sues New York doctor for telehealth abortion pill prescription
Texas has sued a New York doctor for prescribing abortion pills to a Dallas-area woman via telemedicine.
Georgia fires review board members after info leaked on 2 maternal deaths
Georgia's top health official dismissed all members of a state committee that investigates pregnancy-related maternal deaths after the leak, presumably by a committee member, of information about two such deaths.
Abortion rights support didn't always translate into Harris support — exit poll analysis
Americans voted to protect abortion access in seven states, but support for those measures outpaced support for Kamala Harris, who made abortion rights central to her campaign.
How abortion measures fared on the ballot in the 2024 election
Abortion measures were on the ballot in 10 states, from Arizona to Florida, this Election Day.
Family of mom who died after delayed abortion care says death was preventable
CBS News' Jericka Duncan spoke to Amber Thurman's family and the ProPublica reporter whose investigation found doctors waited 19 hours before performing surgery on Thurman.
Ohio abortion ban ruled unconstitutional in wake of voter-OK'd referendum
The most far-reaching of Ohio's laws restricting abortion was struck down by a county judge who said last year's voter-approved amendment enshrining reproductive rights renders the law unconstitutional.
Georgia Supreme Court reinstates 6-week abortion ban while appeal is underway
Georgia's six-week abortion ban has been restored for now, while the state's high court consider's the state's appeal.
Melania Trump voices support for "essential right all women possess"
Former first lady Melania Trump posted a video on social media after a report claimed she voices support for abortion rights in her new memoir.
Trump says he would veto a federal abortion ban
Former President Donald Trump posted to social media during the vice presidential debate that he would not support a federal abortion ban.
Judge rules Georgia's abortion ban unconstitutional
The ruling means abortions in Georgia will be permitted to take place up to around 22 weeks, instead of a much earlier limit.
Ohio GOP Senate candidate says abortion not "an issue" for women "past 50"
"Are you trying to lose the election?" former Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley reacted.
Harris speaks about abortion in Georgia, highlighting deaths of two Georgia women
Harris' Atlanta trip follows ProPublica's investigation into the deaths of two Georgia women, which it tied to the state's six-week abortion ban.
Competing abortion rights measures can appear on Nebraska ballot, high court rules
The Nebraska Supreme Court has ruled that competing measures that would expand or limit abortion rights can appear on the November ballot.
North Dakota state judge strikes down abortion ban
A state judge has struck down North Dakota's abortion ban, saying that the state constitution creates a fundamental right to access abortions.
Trump falsely claims Democrats support abortions "after birth"
Infanticide is illegal in every state, and Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate, Tim Walz, have never supported it.
Abortion-rights measure will be on Missouri ballot, court rules
The Missouri Supreme Court ruled that a measure to restore abortion rights will be on the ballot in November.
Trump and Harris' views on abortion and IVF access, explained
Trump and Harris have talked about their stances on abortion and what the future might hold for abortion access if elected in the 2024 presidential election.
Nebraska, Missouri abortion rights ballot measures face legal challenges
Abortion rights ballot measures in Nebraska and Missouri are facing legal challenges ahead of looming ballot certification deadlines.
South Carolina's "Sister Senators" on finding common ground
Three female Republican legislators bucked their party to join a Democrat and an Independent in filibustering South Carolina's near-total ban on abortion. For their efforts, the three lost their party's primaries, but say they're proud of what they accomplished.
Judge blocks Ohio from enforcing 2 more laws restricting abortions
Two more Ohio abortion restrictions have been blocked in court as the legal impact of a 2023 constitutional amendment guaranteeing access to the procedure continues to be felt.
Trump says he'll vote to uphold Florida's 6-week abortion ban
Trump angered abortion opponents after he appeared open to voting for an amendment that would roll back Florida's six-week ban.
DNC centers abortion rights as women tell personal stories
Democrats are assailing Republicans' record on abortion rights, and women are telling their personal stories.
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RFK Jr.'s financial disclosures reveal millions in both debt and income
Financial disclosures show that Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Trump's Health and Human Services Secretary nominee, is saddled with millions in debt, but is positioned to earn millions from book deals.
What a U.S. exit from the WHO means for global health
By withdrawing from the World Health Organization and overhauling aid, Trump's new executive orders endanger Americans and the globe, researchers warn. The move also cedes U.S. power to other nations.
Can cold weather make you sick? Health, safety dangers to know about
As severe winter weather affects Americans across the country, experts are warning about the health and safety dangers to look out for, from falls to frostbite.
FDA pauses updates on foodborne outbreak probes
The Trump administration's "short pause" on communications, expected to end on Feb. 1, has affected FDA updates on food contamination investigations.
Exerts debunk "autism detox" misinformation. Here's what to know.
"Autism detox" treatments, which include minerals like zeolite, are rising in popularity for promising to treat or reverse the diagnosis. Experts warn there is no science behind these claims.
WHO scales back hiring, travel as Trump's withdrawal set to hit funding
World Health Organization chief says agency already cutting back on hiring and travel with Trump withdrawal set to hit funding.
Schools aren't as plugged in as they should be to kids' diabetes tech, parents say
With continuous glucose monitors, students with Type 1 diabetes no longer have to visit the school nurse for a finger prick. But some parents say it falls to them to keep an eye on blood sugar levels from home or work — even though they may not be able to quickly reach their child when something's wrong.
Trump administration expected to go outside CDC for acting director
The decision would close an unprecedented leadership gap at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
United Healthcare announces Tim Noel as new CEO
UnitedHealth Group on Thursday announced that a longtime employee in the company has been named the new leader of its health insurance arm, nearly two months after the killing of former CEO Brian Thompson.
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RFK Jr.'s financial disclosures reveal millions in both debt and income
Financial disclosures show that Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Trump's Health and Human Services Secretary nominee, is saddled with millions in debt, but is positioned to earn millions from book deals.
Senate confirms Pete Hegseth as defense secretary; Vance casts tiebreaking vote
Pete Hegseth's nomination once appeared on shaky ground amid allegations that included sexual misconduct and financial mismanagement.
Interior Department says Gulf of Mexico officially renamed Gulf of America
While the Gulf of America will be applied to federal references, other nations will not be required to recognize the name.
Federal judge, prosecutors battle over Oath Keepers' access to Capitol
D.C. Judge Amit Mehta ordered Oath Keeper members who were convicted of Jan. 6 crimes but whose sentences were commuted by President Trump.
TikTok-loaded phones are selling online after law blocks new downloads
Can't download TikTok on your phone? You can buy a phone that already has the app on it.
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TikTok-loaded phones are selling online after law blocks new downloads
Can't download TikTok on your phone? You can buy a phone that already has the app on it.
Paying for Trump's tax cuts could lead to big changes for taxpayers
Republican lawmakers are floating a range of ideas to pay for an extension of President Trump's Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.
Target is ending its diversity goals
Discount store chain Target says it's joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
U.S. economic losses from natural disasters reach $218 billion in 2024
Economic toll from hurricanes and other natural disasters soared in U.S. last year and were above average globally.
Costco shareholders reject an anti-DEI measure from a conservative group
Costco's public support of DEI programs contrasts with positions taken in recent months by other big U.S. brands
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RFK Jr.'s financial disclosures reveal millions in both debt and income
Financial disclosures show that Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Trump's Health and Human Services Secretary nominee, is saddled with millions in debt, but is positioned to earn millions from book deals.
Senate confirms Pete Hegseth as defense secretary; Vance casts tiebreaking vote
Pete Hegseth's nomination once appeared on shaky ground amid allegations that included sexual misconduct and financial mismanagement.
Interior Department says Gulf of Mexico officially renamed Gulf of America
While the Gulf of America will be applied to federal references, other nations will not be required to recognize the name.
Trump bans funding for groups that aid abortion overseas
President Trump signed an order reinstating what's known as the Mexico City Policy. Critics say it will cut funding essential for health care in developing nations.
Rubio orders freeze of new funding for nearly all U.S. foreign aid programs
The secretary of state's order made exceptions for military aid to Israel and Egypt.
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RFK Jr.'s financial disclosures reveal millions in both debt and income
Financial disclosures show that Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Trump's Health and Human Services Secretary nominee, is saddled with millions in debt, but is positioned to earn millions from book deals.
What a U.S. exit from the WHO means for global health
By withdrawing from the World Health Organization and overhauling aid, Trump's new executive orders endanger Americans and the globe, researchers warn. The move also cedes U.S. power to other nations.
Can cold weather make you sick? Health, safety dangers to know about
As severe winter weather affects Americans across the country, experts are warning about the health and safety dangers to look out for, from falls to frostbite.
FDA pauses updates on foodborne outbreak probes
The Trump administration's "short pause" on communications, expected to end on Feb. 1, has affected FDA updates on food contamination investigations.
Exerts debunk "autism detox" misinformation. Here's what to know.
"Autism detox" treatments, which include minerals like zeolite, are rising in popularity for promising to treat or reverse the diagnosis. Experts warn there is no science behind these claims.
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Trump bans funding for groups that aid abortion overseas
President Trump signed an order reinstating what's known as the Mexico City Policy. Critics say it will cut funding essential for health care in developing nations.
Rubio orders freeze of new funding for nearly all U.S. foreign aid programs
The secretary of state's order made exceptions for military aid to Israel and Egypt.
What a U.S. exit from the WHO means for global health
By withdrawing from the World Health Organization and overhauling aid, Trump's new executive orders endanger Americans and the globe, researchers warn. The move also cedes U.S. power to other nations.
Hope for 2nd hostage release as Hamas names IDF captives to be freed
Hamas has named 4 female Israeli soldiers it says will be freed as part of the second hostage-prisoner swap, as the Gaza ceasefire endures.
"Narco-sub" breaks apart while being towed by fishing boat
Drug traffickers, especially from Colombia, have been caught using submarines to transport cocaine into Mexico, and from there into the U.S.
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Magician Elliot Zimet's illusions
Elliot Zimet's performances blend mind-bending magic with concert-like energy, earning praise from stars like Beyoncé and Justin Timberlake. Zimet joins Nate Burleson to showcase his incredible illusions.
A$AP Rocky's trial starts
Opening statements are expected today in the trial of Grammy-nominated rapper A$AP Rocky, who faces two felony charges for allegedly shooting at a friend in 2021. The life partner of Rihanna has pleaded not guilty to the charges. "CBS Mornings Plus" co-anchor Adriana Diaz is following the case.
Oscar nominees announced
Nominations for the 97th Academy Awards were announced Thursday. "Emilia Pérez" had the most with 13, while "Wicked" and "The Brutalist" each scored 10 Oscar nominations.
Performers announced for the 2025 Grammy Awards
The first performers for the 67th Annual Grammy Awards have been announced. Stars like Chappell Roan and Shakira will perform on music's biggest night.
Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt sue L.A. over losing home in wildfire
Reality TV couple Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt are suing Los Angeles after losing their Pacific Palisades home in the wildfires tearing through Southern California in recent weeks.
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TikTok-loaded phones are selling online after law blocks new downloads
Can't download TikTok on your phone? You can buy a phone that already has the app on it.
New York proposes ban for phones in school
New York could soon join a growing list of states limiting cell phones in schools. If approved, the restrictions would go into effect at the start of next school year. CBS News correspondent Meg Oliver reports.
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.
Why some users are suddenly following Trump
Some social media users have been questioning why it appears they are suddenly following President Trump on platforms like Facebook or Instagram. This and other questions and conspiracy theories have been flooding the internet in recent days. CBS News confirmed executive editor Rhonna Tarrant breaks them down.
Meta says it didn't force users to follow Trump on Facebook and Instagram
The company also said it was working to resolve an issue where some words, including "Democrats" and "Republican," were blocked from Instagram search.
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Climate scientist: "There's no place that's safe"
Experts discuss the increased intensity we can expect from destructive weather events due to climate change, while an amateur meteorologist explains how he helped sound the alarm as wildfires spread towards the L.A. County community of Altadena.
Scientists make "jaw-dropping" discovery about Iron Age women in U.K.
Scientists analyzing 2,000-year-old DNA have revealed that a Celtic society in the southern U.K. during the Iron Age was centered around women, a study said.
SpaceX pushes Starship test flight back one day due to weather
If the weather cooperates, the Starship launch will follow the maiden flight of Jeff Bezos' already weather-delayed New Glenn rocket.
What to know about the pink fire retardant being dropped on L.A. wildfires
Aircraft battling fires raging through the Los Angeles area are dropping hundreds of thousands of gallons of hot-pink fire suppressant in a desperate effort to stop the flames.
When will cicadas come back in 2025?
Brood XIV, the second-largest group of periodical cicadas, known for their noisy mass emergence from the ground, will arrive this spring.
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U.S. military cargo planes used to deport migrants
The Trump administration on Friday began flying detained undocumented immigrants out of the U.S. aboard military cargo planes. Several flights carrying dozens of migrants out of Texas and Arizona arrived in Guatemala. The White House called it the official start of Mr. Trump's long-promised mass deportation campaign. Nicole Sganga has the latest.
Arrest made in fatal shooting of U.S. Border Patrol agent
The FBI says it arrested a 21-year-old Washington state woman in the fatal shooting of a U.S. Border Patrol agent in Vermont.
"Narco-sub" breaks apart while being towed by fishing boat
Drug traffickers, especially from Colombia, have been caught using submarines to transport cocaine into Mexico, and from there into the U.S.
Dark plan uncovered in Ivy League murder case
Newly engaged Yale graduate student Kevin Jiang was gunned down in New Haven, Connecticut after a minor fender bender in February 2021. But what appeared to be a possible case of road rage soon uncovered a complex plan to kill. "48 Hours" correspondent Anne-Marie Green reports.
Yale grad student killed in what investigators feared was a perfect murder
No one could imagine why Kevin Jiang, 26, was the target of a shooting. But for months, someone Jiang never met had a secret plan to kill him.
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Supersonic winds rage on planet over 500 light-years from Earth
Researchers said this was the fastest wind ever measured in a jetstream that goes around a planet.
FAA orders investigation into SpaceX Starship failure
A fire in the aft section of SpaceX's Starship trigged the apparent explosion that destroyed the spacecraft, the company says.
What's next for SpaceX?
SpaceX completed its seventh launch of the Starship rocket, Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin launched its New Glenn rocket into orbit and a NASA astronaut stuck in space went on her first spacewalk in seven months. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks down the latest stories.
SpaceX's Starship spacecraft destroyed in mega rocket launch
Telemetry from the Starship froze just more than 8 minutes after launch from Texas, moments after engines began shutting down.
Details on Blue Origin launch of Glenn rocket
Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket was launched Thursday morning in Florida following a three-day delay. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer from the Franklin Institute, joined CBS News to discuss the launch.
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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.
The Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
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.
Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
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Pete Hegseth confirmed as defense secretary
The Senate voted Friday to confirm former Fox News host and military veteran Pete Hegseth as the next secretary of defense. Vice President JD Vance broke a 50-50 tie to confirm Hegseth after three Republican senators voted against his nomination.
Mike Johnson plans to look into Jan. 6
Many Republican lawmakers have said that they want to "look forward, not back" regarding Jan. 6 and President Trump's pardons. But House Speaker Mike Johnson said he plans to establish a subcommittee that will look into the Capitol Riot and the committee that first investigated it. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small breaks it down.
"CBS Evening News" headlines for Jan. 24, 2025
Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Evening News" with Nancy Cordes.
Vietnam vet finds purpose as the "Honey-Do Dude"
After his retirement, and following the death of his wife, Danny Chauvin of Mississippi was looking for purpose. He had served in the Army in Vietnam and been treated for PTSD and depression, and knew he needed to keep busy. So, he posted a note to Facebook offering his services as a handyman, and everything changed. Steve Hartman has his story in "On the Road."
Trump targets FEMA amid wildfires
President Trump is traveling to natural disaster areas for his first official trip outside of Washington, D.C., since taking office earlier this week. CBS News White House reporter Willie James Inman has more on Trump's plans for the Federal Emergency Management Agency.