Court clears way for Ten Commandments law
A federal appeals court has cleared the way for a Louisiana law requiring the Ten Commandments to be displayed in classrooms. CBS News national reporter Kati Weis has the details.
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Teen says she was zip-tied during immigration raid
A 14-year-old girl says law enforcement zip-tied her during an October raid on a horse racing track in rural Idaho. CBS News chief correspondent Matt Gutman has the details.
Lead ACLU lawyer on "Alligator Alcatraz" case
The Trump administration was handed a partial victory on Monday when a judge tossed out part of a lawsuit brought by immigrant advocates over the legal rights of those being held at the Florida facility known as "Alligator Alcatraz." Eunice Cho, senior counsel for the ACLU in the lawsuit, joined "The Takeout" to talk about the case.
Trump administration can keep Mahmoud Khalil jailed, judge says
A judge says the Trump administration can detain Columbia activist Mahmoud Khalil for allegedly lying on his green card application — after ruling he can't be jailed for foreign policy reasons.
The journeys of four migrant families
The ACLU claims the Trump Administration’s zero tolerance immigration policy has led to approximately 5,500 separations of migrant families at the U.S. border since July 2017. Manuel Bojorquez followed the heart-wrenching journeys of four migrant families in a CBSN Originals documentary, "The Faces of Family Separation." Bojorquez joins "CBS This Morning" to share what he learned.
Facial recognition identifying jail escapees
After 10 inmates escaped a New Orleans jail, authorities used facial recognition software to help locate and arrest an escapee. But as facial recognition has become a more common tool, groups like the ACLU have raised concerns about its use. Anna Schecter, who covers crime and safety for CBS News, breaks it all down.
The ACLU's new political strategy
In the era of Trump, the ACLU is beefing up its political involvement, taking cues from an organization typically thought to be on the opposite end of the political spectrum. Lesley Stahl reports.
Is the ACLU becoming partisan?
The American Civil Liberties Union has reached a level of power it’s never known before and is beefing up its involvement in politics. One former director says that risks the organization’s impartiality. 60 Minutes reports, Sunday at 7 p.m. ET/PT on CBS
Defending white nationalists' free speech
The ACLU has been supporting free speech for decades — even if that speech is hateful. But was Charlottesville a turning point?
Trump reacts to SCOTUS deportation order
The Supreme Court issued a rare weekend ruling Saturday, temporarily blocking the Trump administration from deporting a group of Venezuelans held at a Texas detention facility using a centuries-old wartime law. CBS News Department of Justice reporter Jake Rosen has the latest.
Emergency hearing on Alien Enemies Act
Judge James Boasberg ordered an emergency hearing Friday night to hear arguments from the ACLU about a temporary restraining order that could potentially slow the Trump administration's use of the Alien Enemies Act. CBS News Justice Department reporter Jake Rosen has the details.
Hearing canceled after deportation ruling
Federal judge James Boasberg canceled a Tuesday hearing on the Trump administration's use of the Alien Enemies Act following the Supreme Court's ruling that the law can be used to deport alleged Venezuelan gang members. Boasberg had been mulling contempt proceedings against the government over a lack of information in the case. CBS News Justice Department reporter Jake Rosen reports.
DOJ defends El Salvador deportations in court
The Trump administration appeared in court again on Friday, defending its decision to deport hundreds of Venezuelan nationals to El Salvador's mega-prison. On Saturday, President Trump cited a centuries-old law called the Alien Enemies Act to deport migrants with alleged ties to the gang Tren de Aragua. A judge temporarily paused the flights and verbally told the administration to turn the planes around, which didn't happen. CBS News Department of Justice reporter Jake Rosen breaks it all down and has the latest updates.
Richard Lee Tabler executed for 2004 Texas double killing
Texas has executed a man convicted of killing two men as part of a 2004 dispute with his boss at a strip club.
Trump signs order to end federal support for care for transgender minors
The order directs that federally-run insurance programs, including TRICARE and Medicaid, exclude coverage for gender-affirming care for those under 19.
Man arrested after flipping off Vermont trooper to get part of $175K settlement
Vermont has agreed to pay $175,000 to settle a lawsuit on behalf of a man who was charged with a crime for giving a state trooper the middle finger in 2018.
DHS: Illegal border crossings down 40%
Migrant crossings at the southern border are down about 40% since early June, according to the Department of Homeland Security. The Biden administration attributes the drop to the president's executive action restricting asylum claims. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has the details.
Lawsuit challenges Louisiana's Ten Commandments classroom law
The lawsuit filed Monday seeks a court declaration that the new Louisiana law violates First Amendment clauses forbidding government establishment of religion and guaranteeing religious liberty.
The numbers behind the U.S. asylum system
In the week since President Biden took executive action to restrict the asylum system, the ACLU filed a lawsuit charging that the administration broke asylum law. To put both moves into perspective, CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez looks at the numbers behind the system.
ACLU sues Biden admin. over immigration
The American Civil Liberties Union and other migrant advocacy organizations are suing the Biden administration for its executive action that would curb asylum processing at the U.S.-Mexico border. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
New immigration policy takes effect
Thousands of migrants may be deported instead of staying in the U.S. while their asylum claims are considered as President Biden's major executive order goes into effect. CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano has more.
What to know about Biden's immigration order
President Biden is signing an executive order Tuesday that will allow U.S. immigration officials to quickly reject and deport migrants without processing their asylum claims. The order will be triggered when the average number of daily crossings exceeds 2,500. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez breaks down how the order would work.
Biden administration asks Supreme Court to block Texas immigration law
The state law known as SB4 would empower Texas officials to stop, jail and prosecute migrants on state criminal charges of illegal entry or reentry.
Civil rights groups file lawsuit against new Texas immigration law
The lawsuit on behalf of El Paso County comes one day after Gov. Greg Abbott signed SB 4 into law
Nusrat Chowdhury confirmed as first U.S. Muslim female federal judge
Nusrat Chowdhury has been confirmed by the Senate as the first Muslim female federal judge in U.S. history.
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Mediators push to keep U.S.-Iran talks going after intense flare-up
Efforts are underway to rekindle U.S.-Iran diplomacy after the most intense exchange of attacks since the ceasefire took effect.
Devastation, agony and hope: What we saw in Venezuela after the earthquakes
The earthquakes that rocked Venezuela last month led to catastrophic damage in the port city of La Guaira — killing thousands and forcing rescuers to scour the rubble for missing people. Here's what we saw.
Parents of teen found dead on island don't believe he chose to stay behind
Christine and Elmore Wonsley said they don't believe their son would've stayed on the island when his friends left by boat.
Pentagon releases new UFO files with 40 more videos and documents
The U.S. military on Friday released a new batch of files related to UFOs, or UAP, the fourth group of documents unveiled in recent months.
Here's who's vying to replace Graham Platner as Maine Democratic Senate nominee
Graham Platner's move to suspend his Senate campaign after a sexual assault allegation has prompted a mad dash in Maine, as Democrats position themselves as replacements to take on GOP Sen. Susan Collins.
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Schiff launches inquiry into DOJ's closure of baby formula probe
Sen. Schiff is launching a congressional inquiry into why the DOJ shuttered a criminal probe into Cronobacter bacterial contamination at an Abbott Laboratories plant that made baby formula.
At least 11 killed by wildfire in southern Spain
The cause of the blaze hasn't been determined but Spain has been one of many European nations hit by severe heat waves, with temperatures peaking at almost 106 in the country's south.
Man partially sucked out of plane window during flight, passenger says
A woman says she saw a fellow passenger on her Ryanair flight get his head and shoulders sucked out of a window that broke during their trip between Greece and Germany.
Lynette Hooker may have returned to sailboat before disappearance, source says
Investigators are looking into the possibility that a Michigan woman who went missing in the Bahamas earlier this year may not have fallen overboard from a dinghy as her husband has claimed.
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Apache pilots' suspensions lifted after flyby over South Carolina beach
The decision to suspend the pilots quickly led to backlash online and drew the attention of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
Pentagon releases new UFO files with 40 more videos and documents
The U.S. military on Friday released a new batch of files related to UFOs, or UAP, the fourth group of documents unveiled in recent months.
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Book excerpt: "They Stole a City" by Lauren Collins
The New Yorker writer's new book examines how, in 1898, white supremacists staged a coup against Wilmington, N.C.'s multi-racial government – a case study in the sabotage of American democracy.
Parents of teen found dead on island don't believe he chose to stay behind
Christine and Elmore Wonsley said they don't believe their son would've stayed on the island when his friends left by boat.
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Ex-Epoch Times CFO pleads guilty in $67 million money laundering scheme
The former CFO of The Epoch Times, a conservative multinational media company, interrupted jury selection at his money laundering trial to plead guilty to a conspiracy charge in a $67 million fraud scheme.
EasyJet accepts takeover offer from Apollo, over Castlerock's bid
British budget airline EasyJet says it's reached an agreement in principle for a £5.7-billion ($7.7-billion) takeover by U.S. private equity firm Apollo, topping a rival offer from fellow American private equity investor Castlelake.
Home prices across the U.S. hit an all-time high
Sky-high housing prices make even starter homes too expensive for most Americans, housing data show.
Millions of Americans have until July 10 to claim refunds from the IRS
A federal court ruling enabled some taxpayers to seek refunds tied to COVID-era filing deadlines. But that window expires July 10 — here's what to know.
Jet fuel prices have dropped. Why are air fares still so high?
Lower jet fuel costs spell relief for airlines. But that doesn't mean they'll pass savings onto customers by lowering airfares, experts said.
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Apache pilots' suspensions lifted after flyby over South Carolina beach
The decision to suspend the pilots quickly led to backlash online and drew the attention of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
Pentagon releases new UFO files with 40 more videos and documents
The U.S. military on Friday released a new batch of files related to UFOs, or UAP, the fourth group of documents unveiled in recent months.
Illinois assault weapons ban upheld by federal appeals court
A federal appeals court on Thursday upheld an Illinois ban on semiautomatic weapons, keeping in place a law passed largely in response to a deadly Independence Day parade shooting.
Here's who's vying to replace Graham Platner as Maine Democratic Senate nominee
Graham Platner's move to suspend his Senate campaign after a sexual assault allegation has prompted a mad dash in Maine, as Democrats position themselves as replacements to take on GOP Sen. Susan Collins.
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Scaled-back Alibaba settlement reflects DOJ's approach to food and drug cases
The scaled-backed Alibaba settlement reflects a broader trend by the DOJ of pulling back on criminal enforcement of corporate cases involving the safety of food, drugs, and medical devices.
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What to know about "explosive" diarrhea-causing parasite reported in several states
Michigan is experiencing its largest outbreak of a parasitic infection, called cyclosporiasis, that causes severe diarrhea.
What to know about infant botulism
A fourth infant was hospitalized for botulism linked to Nara Organics baby formula, and the FDA is now expanding its investigation. Dr. Céline Gounder has the latest.
Nara Organics infant formula linked to another case of botulism
The FDA is urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop using a Nara Organics-brand formula after several infants contracted botulism.
Switching to a cheaper health plan delayed a man's access to vital medicine
A Florida man thought he had carefully planned for a seamless switch between health plans. It was anything but.
"Very unhealthy" pollution levels recorded in D.C. after July 4th fireworks
A "purple" air quality alert was issued for Washington, D.C., and surrounding areas, on Sunday, meaning pollution reached levels considered "very unhealthy."
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At least 11 killed by wildfire in southern Spain
The cause of the blaze hasn't been determined, but Spain has been among the many European nations hit by severe heat waves, with temperatures peaking at almost 106 in the country's south.
Man partially sucked out of plane window during flight, passenger says
A woman says she saw a fellow passenger on her Ryanair flight get his head and shoulders sucked out of a window that broke during their trip between Greece and Germany.
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Mediators push to keep U.S.-Iran talks going after intense flare-up
Efforts are underway to rekindle U.S.-Iran diplomacy after the most intense exchange of attacks since the ceasefire took effect.
Mexico seeks prosecutions over deaths in U.S. after fatal ICE shooting
Mexico's government has sharply criticized the treatment of its citizens under President Trump's push to increase deportations.
Devastation, agony and hope: What we saw in Venezuela after the earthquakes
The earthquakes that rocked Venezuela last month led to catastrophic damage in the port city of La Guaira — killing thousands and forcing rescuers to scour the rubble for missing people. Here's what we saw.
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Book excerpt: "Mighty Real: A History of LGBTQ Music, 1969-2000" by Barry Walters
Barry Walters, a writer for such publications as Rolling Stone and Spin, explores how LGBTQ songwriters, musicians, execs and fans reshaped pop culture in the late 20th century, as queer messages in music became less coded.
Director of "Aces," breaks down docuseries
"Aces: The ATP No. 1 Club" is a new docuseries on the greatest male tennis players of all time. It features rare interviews from legends who reached number one in the world. Pat Dimon, the director of "Aces," joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Jon Batiste performs "Georgia On My Mind"
Jon Batiste performs the Ray Charles classic, "Georgia On My Mind," as America rings in its 250th birthday.
Julie Chen Moonves on "Big Brother" season 28
Julie Chen Moonves, who hosts "Big Brother," gives "CBS Mornings" a sneak peek inside the house ahead of the season 28 premiere.
Eva Marcille on "All the Queen's Men"
Eva Marcille, who stars in "All the Queen's Men," joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the show's fifth and final season.
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Breaking down the Texas app store age law
Earlier this week, the Supreme Court said it would allow Texas to enforce a law requiring app stores to verify users' ages while the issue plays out in the lower courts. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down the constitutional question.
Deepfake vulnerabilities in Meta's new AI tool
Meta has launched a new AI-imaging tool called Muse that could make public Instagram users vulnerable to deepfakes. Muse allows other Instagram users to use photos from public accounts to make AI images without explicit approval or knowledge. CNET AI reporter Katelyn Chedraoui has more.
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.
China warns of "security backdoor" in Anthropic AI coding tool
A Chinese industry regulator warned users of a "security backdoor" embedded in versions of U.S. artificial intelligence company Anthropic's coding tool, Claude Code.
Satellites search for wildfires from space
FireSat satellites, equipped with specialized cameras and imaging software, are helping detect wildfires from space. Muon Space CEO Jonny Dyer explains how the satellites could help firefighting efforts.
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2,000-year-old gold rings and human bones found by archaeologists
Archaeologists have discovered eight human skeletons, bronze and gold jewelry and other artifacts indicating a ceremonial burial of wealthy people.
Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
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From the lightbulb to the airplane, to medical breakthroughs and the internet age, the past 250 years have been defined by America's intrepid intellect.
New White House UFO panel chair speaks out
The White House appointed former Harvard University astronomer Avi Loeb to lead its new panel on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena, also known as UAPs and UFOs. Loeb shares his enthusiasm for his new role.
3 futurists predict what America will be like in the centuries ahead
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Nolan Wells' parents speak out
The parents of Nolan Wells, the missing 18-year-old who was found dead on an island off Mississippi, said they don't believe their son volunteered to stay on the island by himself. Christine and Elmore Wonsley and their lawyer, Ben Crump, spoke about the case on "CBS Mornings."
New info in case of missing woman in Bahamas
Coast Guard investigators are looking into the disappearance of Lynette Hooker, 55, who went missing in the Bahamas. While Hooker's husband claims she fell from a dinghy, a source close to the family tells CBS News that Hooker may have returned to the couple's sailboat before she vanished. Cristian Benavides reports.
Roommate claims Kirk suspect confessed
Tyler Robinson is accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk. In new police interview footage seen in court, Robinson's former roommate and partner told investigators that Robinson confessed to the crime. Carter Evans has the latest details from Utah.
Tyler Robinson's roommate on Kirk comments
Tyler Robinson's former roommate, Lance Twiggs, spoke to prosecutors about apparent comments made after Charlie Kirk's death. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
Mexico seeks prosecutions over deaths in U.S. after fatal ICE shooting
Mexico's government has sharply criticized the treatment of its citizens under President Trump's push to increase deportations.
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Mission launched to rescue a falling space telescope
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NASA astronauts operate on space station's broken robot arm
The orbital surgery on the International Space Station returned the Canadian-built robot arm to full health after its "wrist" joint failed last month.
NASA prepares to launch rescue to save telescope from falling to Earth
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
Astronomers find 2 gigantic planets lighter than cotton candy
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
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Nolan Wells' parents speak out
The parents of Nolan Wells, the missing 18-year-old who was found dead on an island off Mississippi, said they don't believe their son volunteered to stay on the island by himself. Christine and Elmore Wonsley and their lawyer, Ben Crump, spoke about the case on "CBS Mornings."
New info in case of missing woman in Bahamas
Coast Guard investigators are looking into the disappearance of Lynette Hooker, 55, who went missing in the Bahamas. While Hooker's husband claims she fell from a dinghy, a source close to the family tells CBS News that Hooker may have returned to the couple's sailboat before she vanished. Cristian Benavides reports.
Roommate claims Kirk suspect confessed
Tyler Robinson is accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk. In new police interview footage seen in court, Robinson's former roommate and partner told investigators that Robinson confessed to the crime. Carter Evans has the latest details from Utah.
Tyler Robinson's roommate on Kirk comments
Tyler Robinson's former roommate, Lance Twiggs, spoke to prosecutors about apparent comments made after Charlie Kirk's death. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
Democrats seek candidate in Maine Senate race
Some Maine voters are in limbo after Democrat Graham Platner withdrew from his Senate race following a sexual assault allegation, which he denies. Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.