Kansas Supreme Court opens door to more same-sex marriages
The action comes out of a lawsuit filed by the ACLU over same-sex couples being denied marriage licenses in two counties
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Supreme Court decision allows same-sex marriage in Kansas
Justices denied a request from the state to prevent the unions while the issue moves through courts there
Judge strikes down South Carolina same-sex marriage ban
Judge says ban is unconstitutional in case brought by two women who tried to get a marriage license
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Sonia Sotomayor acted at request of the state's attorney general; she put on hold a lower court order allowing the nuptials
Same-sex marriage heading for Supreme Court again
Federal appeals court halts run of rulings supporting the issue, creating a split among the courts
Appeals court upholds same-sex marriage bans in 4 states
First setback for same-sex advocates after a string of court victories; ruling sets up a potential U.S. Supreme Court battle over the issue
Missouri same-sex marriage ban overturned
State becomes the latest in growing list of places where same-sex marriage bans have been found to be unconstitutional
Methodist pastor who performed same-sex wedding keeps ordination
Although Frank Schaefer was defrocked after officiating at his son's wedding, religious officials within the church ruled that decision was wrong
Methodist Church issues ruling on pastor who performed same-sex marriage
Frank Schaefer officiated at wedding of his gay son and would not promise never to perform another same-sex marriage
Federal government recognizes same-sex marriages in six more states
Same-sex marriages are now federally recognized in 32 states plus the District of Columbia
Wyoming grants first licenses for same-sex marriages
An often deeply conservative state saw a subdued response to its first-ever same-sex marriages, with relatively few couples lining up to marry
Gay marriage legal in Alaska after Supreme Court denies stay
Same sex couples in Alaska free to get married, after high court rejects state's request to delay weddings during appeal process
Same-sex marriage becomes legal in Arizona
Arizona's conservative attorney general says he won't challenge federal judge's ruling
Remote Arctic town hosts Alaska's first known same-sex marriage
After a federal judge struck down state's ban, couple weds in Barrow, Alaska - a town that cannot be reached by road
Another state's same-sex marriage ban struck down
Latest state to see law declared "unconstitutional as a deprivation of basic due process" was the first to enact such legislation
Increasing number of Mormons support same-sex marriage
Church of Latter-day Saints led the fight to ban same-sex marriage in California, and is now being pushed to soften its stance by its members
Same Sex marriage ban overturned in North Carolina
A federal judge ruled a ban approved by voters in 2012 was unconstitutional
Supreme Court: Kennedy erred in halting Nevada same-sex marriages
Justice Anthony Kennedy's order spawned confusion among state officials and disappointment in couples hoping to be wed
Justice Kennedy announces same-sex marriages legal in Nevada
He clarified that an earlier order blocking same-sex unions applies only to Idaho
SCOTUS's same-sex marriage decision poses questions for Republicans
GOP superstars are grappling with rapidly changing opinions on the controversial social issue
Gay weddings begin after Supreme Court ruling
Same-sex couples started to say "I do" just hours after the Supreme Court denied appeals from five states seeking to prohibit gay marriage
Supreme Court turns away same-sex marriage cases
High court refuses to take up fundamental question of marriage equality, but decision allows same-sex couples in five states to marry
Missouri judge gives partial victory to same-sex couples
The ruling orders the state to recognize same-sex marriages performed in other states
Supreme Court won't take up same-sex marriage case -- yet
High court will take up other issues including religious bias in the workplace and campaign fundraising
Supreme Court's next same-sex marriage move: Sooner or later?
The stage is set for the Supreme Court to take up another same-sex marriage case, but when will they act?
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Social Security faces looming benefit cuts. Can the program be saved?
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Senate moving forward with Clayton hearing despite Trump move to delay
The Senate is moving forward with Jay Clayton's confirmation hearing on Wednesday, despite President Trump's move to delay the installation of the new intelligence chief.
Survivors of violence could see debt erased as N.Y. law goes into effect
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Tropical Storm Arthur forms off Texas Gulf Coast
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Trump to hold news conference to conclude G7 summit in France
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Vance says text of U.S.-Iran deal will be released Friday "at the latest"
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Veteran fights to prevent wife's deportation: "I'm begging my own country"
Retired staff sergeant Wilmer Trujillo, who served roughly 20 years in the U.S. Army and the Texas National Guard, is asking ICE to release his wife of six years.
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Dramatic rescue efforts after fiery small plane crash in Texas kills 1
A business jet with six on board crashed on a Laredo, Texas, highway and caught fire, killing one person and causing chaos as passersby frantically tried to save those inside.
Trump-backed Barry Moore projected to win runoff in Alabama GOP Senate primary
Rep. Barry Moore won the Republican Senate runoff in Alabama on Tuesday night, CBS News projects, defeating political newcomer and U.S. Navy Seal Jared Hudson.
Trump-backed Rep. Mike Collins projected to win Georgia GOP Senate primary runoff
Rep. Mike Collins will face off against Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in November as Republicans look to Georgia to deliver a key GOP victory that could determine control of the Senate.
Alleged D.C. National Guard shooter could face death penalty with new charges
New charges were filed against a man accused of fatally shooting one National Guard member and gravely injuring another in Washington, D.C., opening the door for the DOJ to seek the death penalty if he's convicted.
17 horses killed in barn fire at Saratoga Casino Hotel Harness Track
The casino said some 350 horses are usually housed in the area, but the fire was contained before it could spread and only affected the one barn.
Suspect in custody after deadly shooting at Wilmington Hospital
A suspect was taken into custody in Philadelphia in connection with the shooting at Wilmington Hospital that left a 19-year-old dead and another injured.
What to expect as Kevin Warsh leads his first Fed interest rate meeting
New Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh is stepping in at a critical juncture for the U.S. economy, with inflation at its highest level in more than three years.
Potential first Atlantic tropical cyclone of the year develops in the Gulf
Forecasters say the potential first tropical cyclone of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season could develop into a fully formed storm on Wednesday and bring life-threatening flash flooding.
"Star Wars" lightsaber and more iconic film props going up for auction
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
Yum! Brands sells struggling Pizza Hut in $2.7 billion deal
The sale will split ownership of the pizza chain between a U.S.-based private equity firm and a Chinese restaurant company.
SpaceX to buy AI coding assistant Cursor for $60 billion
The deal comes just days after SpaceX went public in the largest IPO in history, raising $75 billion to help fund its expansion.
Feds reveal new details of alleged plot to attack White House UFC event
The FBI said it disrupted an attempt to attack Sunday's UFC America 250 event at the White House, with court records detailing an alleged plot to use small drones carrying explosives.
BASE jumping accident kills 2 including well-known extreme athlete Andy Lewis
A BASE jumping accident in a Utah canyon killed two people including a daredevil athlete best known for performing onstage with Madonna at the 2012 Super Bowl, authorities said.
American doctor who recovered from Ebola back in U.S., says he's "feeling well"
Dr. Peter Stafford, his wife, Rebekah Stafford, and their four children all arrived safely on Monday, according to Serge, a Pennsylvania-based Christian missions organization.
Teen accused of killing stepsister on cruise to be jailed pending trial
The teen was initially released pending trial after being charged as a juvenile, but after he was charged as an adult, a judge ruled he was no longer subject to rules regarding juvenile detention.
Cellphone fire on flight "scorched" cabin before landing in Las Vegas
The Federal Aviation Administration said British Airways Flight 271 landed safely at Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas after the crew reported a cellphone fire on board.
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Social Security faces looming benefit cuts. Can the program be saved?
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Senate moving forward with Clayton hearing despite Trump move to delay
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Tropical Storm Arthur forms off Texas Gulf Coast
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Trump to hold news conference to conclude G7 summit in France
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Yum! Brands sells struggling Pizza Hut in $2.7 billion deal
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SpaceX to buy AI coding assistant Cursor for $60 billion
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Senate moving forward with Clayton hearing despite Trump move to delay
The Senate is moving forward with Jay Clayton's confirmation hearing on Wednesday, despite President Trump's move to delay the installation of the new intelligence chief.
D.C. Democratic primary for mayor results still undetermined in city's first ranked-choice election
Democratic socialist Janeese Lewis George is holding a lead with 64% of ballots counted.
Trump to hold news conference to conclude G7 summit in France
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Vance says text of U.S.-Iran deal will be released Friday "at the latest"
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Ebola outbreak still spreading in Congo: "We are missing cases"
A WHO official tells CBS News Ebola is still spreading in Congo after a month, as experts race to contain the outbreak in Central Africa.
American doctor who recovered from Ebola back in U.S., says he's "feeling well"
Dr. Peter Stafford, his wife, Rebekah Stafford, and their four children all arrived safely on Monday, according to Serge, a Pennsylvania-based Christian missions organization.
They're uninsured after Obamacare became too costly. They're far from alone.
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Organic formula recalled after 3 babies diagnosed with infant botulism
The affected formula was sold at Target and at Nara.com, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
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President Trump warns he could order new strikes if Iran's leaders "don't behave," two days before the expected signing of a deal that remains vaguely defined.
Latest U.S. strike on alleged drug boat kills 1, leaves 2 survivors, Pentagon says
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Anthropic to meet Trump officials, Axios says
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U.K. announces plan to ban social media for children under 16
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Watch: Pentagon releases 6 new UFO videos
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Goblin shark seen alive in natural deep-sea habitat for the first time
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World's largest whale graveyard found by sub at bottom of ocean
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NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
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Great white shark captured on video in Mediterranean in rare sighting
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5 arrested in White House UFC attack plot
The FBI says it foiled a plot to attack Sunday's UFC event at the White House. Court records detail an alleged plot to use drones carrying explosives and snipers to target certain event attendees. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
Gilgo Beach serial killer to be sentenced
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Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
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