What's at stake in the 2023 U.S. elections?
Millions of Americans cast their ballots Tuesday in elections across the country. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe and Nancy Cordes join to unpack the potential political ramifications for 2024.
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Biggest cases in Supreme Court's new term
The Supreme Court returned for its new term on Monday with several potentially major cases ahead. Jimmy Hoover, Supreme Court reporter at the National Law Journal, joins CBS News to take a look at some of the most important and controversial cases on the docket.
DOJ and abortion pill maker ask high court to hear mifepristone access case
Danco Laboratories and the Justice Department asked the Supreme Court to review the appellate court's decision on patient access to the abortion pill.
Court rules for limiting abortion pill access
A federal appeals court on Wednesday ruled in favor of limiting access to the abortion pill mifepristone. However, the new ruling won't go into effect due to a Supreme Court decision in April that halted the lower court's order as the appeals process plays out. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson explained the legal process.
Appeals court upholds approval of abortion pill
A federal appeals court on Wednesday upheld the Food and Drug Administration's approval of the abortion pill mifepristone. However, it ruled that access to the pill should be more limited. Access to the pill is not expected to immediately change, but the case could now head to the Supreme Court.
New York to protect doctors for out-of-state telehealth abortion visits
The law specifically aims to protect New York doctors who use telehealth systems to prescribe abortion pills for patients in states where abortion is banned.
Rallies held one year after Roe overturned
Saturday marked one year since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. Both supporters of abortion rights and anti-abortion rights advocates held protests and rallies nationwide to mark the day. Michael George reports.
Biden seeks to increase access to contraception
Nearly one year after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, President Biden on Friday signed an executive order designed to protect access to contraception.
Judge blocks Wyoming's ban on abortion pills days before law takes effect
While other states have instituted de facto bans on the medication by broadly prohibiting abortion, Wyoming in March became the first U.S. state to specifically ban abortion pills.
U.K. mom gets jail sentence for using abortion pills in last trimester
The group that provided the pills, thinking the woman was only seven weeks pregnant, says the case shows "the desperate need" for reform of U.K. abortion laws.
Where the abortion pill legal case stands
A federal appeals court in New Orleans, composed of conservative judges, heard arguments Wednesday over the legal status of the widely-used abortion pill mifepristone. Elizabeth Wydra, president of the Constitutional Accountability Center, breaks down Wednesday's hearing and examines where the case goes from here.
Biden admin faces questions from appeals court in abortion pill case
Anti-abortion groups claim the FDA's green light of mifepristone forces them into situations where they must perform elective abortions.
Political fight over abortion restrictions
The governor of North Carolina is railing against the state legislature's vote to override his veto of a ban on most abortions after 12 weeks. Meanwhile, a federal appeals court in New Orleans is hearing arguments Wednesday over the legal status of the abortion pill mifepristone. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns has more.
What to know as U.S. laws drive Americans online for abortion pill access
Meet the Netherlands-based doctor who has become the "main provider" of medication abortions for women in U.S. states with restrictive laws.
Supreme Court maintains FDA approval of abortion pill, preserving access for now
The decision from the Supreme Court blocks lower court orders that would have restricted the availability of the abortion pill mifepristone nationwide.
Analysis of the Supreme Court abortion pill ruling
The Supreme Court has maintained the FDA's approval of the abortion pill mifepristone, but access to the pill is still only temporary while legal proceedings continue. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford has more on what comes next in the case.
Supreme Court preserves abortion pill access
The Supreme Court has maintained the FDA's approval of mifepristone, preserving access to the abortion pill for now. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
Supreme Court set to rule on abortion pill
The U.S. Supreme Court has until midnight Friday to rule on access to a widely used abortion pill. At issue is whether a lower court's restrictions on mifepristone can take effect or should be on hold during appeals. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford joins us with more on the case.
SCOTUS delays abortion pill ruling
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito extended a temporary pause of a lower court order that limited use of the widely used abortion pill mifepristone to Friday. Access to the pill still stands while the court makes its final decision. Jan Crawford reports from the Supreme Court.
Supreme Court delays abortion pill ruling
The Supreme Court has extended its deadline until Friday to decide if the abortion pill mifepristone should remain available nationwide. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss.
Mifepristone's fate still up in the air
The Supreme Court on Wednesday temporarily extended access to the abortion pill mifepristone, but did not give an explanation why. The justices now have until Friday to decide whether to allow restrictions of the drug to take effect -- while a legal challenge to the medication's FDA approval continues on. Chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford has the latest.
White House's fight over abortion pill
The Biden Administration has maintained it will continue to advocate for abortion access across the country. Press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said prior to the Supreme Court's decision Wednesday that the White House is preparing for a long legal fight if necessary. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joined with more.
Supreme Court extends use of abortion pill
The Supreme Court has temporarily extended access to the abortion pill mifepristone until at least midnight on Friday. The move gives the court more time to consider the case. CBS News' chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford has more.
Supreme Court set to rule on abortion pill access
The U.S. Supreme Court has until Wednesday night at midnight to decide if the abortion pill mifepristone can remain on the market following a Texas judge's ruling. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford is at the Supreme Court with more on the case and what's expected to happen next.
Supreme Court preserves abortion pill access
A few days after a federal judge in Texas moved to suspend the abortion drug mifepristone, the Supreme Court intervened to temporarily preserve FDA approval and consumer access to it. Nancy Cordes reports.
Trump warns U.S. "will take very strong action" if Iran hangs protesters
"We don't want to see what's happening in Iran happen," President Trump said in an exclusive interview that aired Tuesday on "CBS Evening News."
ICE agent who shot Renee Good suffered internal bleeding, officials say
Jonathan Ross, who shot Renee Good in Minneapolis last week, suffered internal bleeding after the incident, two officials said, though it's not clear how extensive the bleeding was.
U.S. reduces some personnel at airbase in Qatar as tensions rise with Iran
The Al Udeid airbase in Doha, Qatar, is the forward operating headquarters for U.S. Central Command, which oversees U.S. forces across the Middle East.
Vance, Rubio meet with Greenland and Denmark's foreign ministers
The meeting came one day after Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen said at a news conference, "If we have to choose between the United States and Denmark here and now, we choose Denmark."
Trump told Iranians help is coming, so what might it look like?
Experts tell CBS News what sort of options President Trump has to respond to Iran's brutal crackdown on protesters.
Despite Trump warning, Iran shopkeeper among many facing possible hanging
Iranian shopkeeper Erfan Soltani is among thousands of people who could face death sentences despite Trump's warning to Iran's rulers.
FBI searches home of Washington Post journalist for classified documents
The FBI's search is part of a probe into a federal employee suspected of mishandling classified information, Attorney General Pam Bondi said.
Supreme Court revives Illinois congressman's lawsuit challenging law for late-arriving ballots
The Supreme Court ruled 7-2 in favor of Illinois Rep. Michael Bost, a Republican.
Senate war powers vote appears at risk as Trump pressures GOP senators
At least one Republican, Sen. Josh Hawley of Missouri, plans to switch his vote.
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Woman detained after following ICE recalls "desperate crying" at facility
Patty O'Keefe said she and a friend were following ICE agents in Minnesota earlier this week when they were stopped, their car pepper-sprayed and their windows smashed.
ChatGPT served as "suicide coach" in man's death, lawsuit alleges
Mother of Colorado man who committed suicide in 2025 alleges that OpenAI's AI chatbot told him death was a "beautiful place."
ICE agent who shot Renee Good suffered internal bleeding, officials say
Jonathan Ross, who shot Renee Good in Minneapolis last week, suffered internal bleeding after the incident, two officials said, though it's not clear how extensive the bleeding was.
FBI searches home of Washington Post journalist for classified documents
The FBI's search is part of a probe into a federal employee suspected of mishandling classified information, Attorney General Pam Bondi said.
Supreme Court revives congressman's suit challenging law for late-arriving ballots
The Supreme Court ruled 7-2 in favor of Illinois Rep. Michael Bost, a Republican.
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ChatGPT served as "suicide coach" in man's death, lawsuit alleges
Mother of Colorado man who committed suicide in 2025 alleges that OpenAI's AI chatbot told him death was a "beautiful place."
Chew on this: U.S. food prices are still up 19% since 2022
Food prices in December saw their biggest jump in more than three years, data shows, while the cost of eating out has also risen.
"Are You Dead," viral Chinese app, changing its name
The Chinese mobile app "Are You Dead?" which sounds an alarm if a user doesn't check in every 48 hours, says it will drop its catchy name after it drew international media attention.
Saks Global, century-old high-end department store chain, files for bankruptcy
The venerable retailer is seeking protection from its creditors after its $2.65 billion purchase of Nieman Marcus failed to spark growth.
GM CEO Mary Barra on electric vehicles, tariffs and competing with China
General Motors CEO Mary Barra said the Trump administration's tariffs caused a "few-billion-dollar impact," but also praised them for "leveling the playing field."
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U.S. says it's moving into next phase of Gaza peace plan, warns Hamas
Steve Witkoff said the U.S. expects Hamas to immediately return the final deceased hostage as part of its obligations under the deal.
Trump told Iranians help is coming, so what might it look like?
Experts tell CBS News what sort of options President Trump has to respond to Iran's brutal crackdown on protesters.
U.S. reduces some personnel at airbase in Qatar as tensions rise with Iran
The Al Udeid airbase in Doha, Qatar, is the forward operating headquarters for U.S. Central Command, which oversees U.S. forces across the Middle East.
U.S. used aircraft painted like civilian plane to attack alleged drug boat
The attack on an alleged drug-smuggling boat from Venezuela killed 11 people in September.
Senate war powers vote appears at risk as Trump pressures GOP senators
At least one Republican, Sen. Josh Hawley of Missouri, plans to switch his vote.
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Wide variation found in funding for states' rural health proposals
Every state will receive at least $100 million annually from the federal Rural Health Transformation fund, but some scored millions more based on their plans and willingness to pass policies embracing MAHA initiatives.
ACA enrollment sinks sharply as coverage costs soar in 2026
Roughly 1.4 million fewer Americans have signed up for an Affordable Care Act plan as expiring tax breaks drive up premiums.
Nurses strike begins in New York City as thousands walk off jobs
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands of NYSNA members walk off their jobs at major hospitals.
RFK Jr.'s MAHA movement has picked up steam in statehouses
"Make America Healthy Again" policies driven by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have made major strides in state legislatures, with food additives among the most common targets.
"Enough": Oprah Winfrey on her weight-loss lessons
Oprah Winfrey is one of the best-known, most-admired and successful people on the planet. But for years she seemed powerless to conquer her fluctuating weight problem … until new medications, and a new attitude about her weight, gave her a breakthrough, which she describes in "Enough," a new book she has co-written with Dr. Ania Jastreboff. They talk with Jane Pauley about an individual's genetically-influenced weight range, and how to reset it. Winfrey also relates the long road she traveled since she began her TV career in Nashville, facing sexism, racism, and comments about her weight.
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U.S. says it's moving into next phase of Gaza peace plan, warns Hamas
Steve Witkoff said the U.S. expects Hamas to immediately return the final deceased hostage as part of its obligations under the deal.
Trump told Iranians help is coming, so what might it look like?
Experts tell CBS News what sort of options President Trump has to respond to Iran's brutal crackdown on protesters.
After a bloody crackdown, Iran vows to teach protest backers a lesson
Iran's rulers want the world to know they've weathered a storm, and they're threatening a harsh "lesson" for anyone deemed to have supported protests.
U.S. reduces some personnel at airbase in Qatar as tensions rise with Iran
The Al Udeid airbase in Doha, Qatar, is the forward operating headquarters for U.S. Central Command, which oversees U.S. forces across the Middle East.
U.S. used aircraft painted like civilian plane to attack alleged drug boat
The attack on an alleged drug-smuggling boat from Venezuela killed 11 people in September.
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Stars of "Sinners" talk about movie
"Sinners" stars Michael B. Jordan, Miles Caton and Wunmi Mosaku talk to "CBS Mornings" about the movie's recent success at the Golden Globes, the atmosphere on set and what they learned through the process.
Ali Larter talks what's ahead in "Landman"
Actor Ali Larter plays Angela Harris, the ex-wife of an oilman played by Billy Bob Thornton in the Paramount+ series "Landman." She talks to "CBS Mornings" about the series, working with Thornton and how she landed her role.
Actor Timothy Busfield turns himself in following child sex abuse allegations
In a video provided to TMZ on Tuesday, Timothy Busfield said the allegations "are all lies."
François Arnaud on "Heated Rivalry" series
Francois Arnaud joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about the popular series "Heated Rivalry," based on the "Game Changers" book series. It follows rising hockey stars Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov. What begins as a fling between two rivals turns into a yearslong journey of love, denial and self discovery. Arnaud plays Scott Hunter, a closeted gay professional hockey player in the same league who has fallen in love with a smoothie shop worker. He talks about the message in the series and how it developed into a hit show.
Scott Adams, "Dilbert" comic strip creator, dies at age 68
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
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ChatGPT served as "suicide coach" in man's death, lawsuit alleges
Mother of Colorado man who committed suicide in 2025 alleges that OpenAI's AI chatbot told him death was a "beautiful place."
"Are You Dead," viral Chinese app, changing its name
The Chinese mobile app "Are You Dead?" which sounds an alarm if a user doesn't check in every 48 hours, says it will drop its catchy name after it drew international media attention.
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.
Woman says AI chatbot Grok generated sexual deepfake images of her
Ashley St. Clair, the mother of one of Elon Musk's children, alleges Grok generated and published sexual deepfake images of her without permission.
Mother speaks out over AI chatbot Grok
Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok is facing intense criticism, accused of allowing X users to generate sexually explicit images of real women and children. One of the alleged victims is Ashley St. Clair, the mother of one of Musk's children. She said she discovered people used Grok to generate and publish sexualized deepfake images without her permission and share them on X. Musk has not responded to a request for comment.
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Fossils found in cave shed light on where our species emerged
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
The history and mystery of kissing
If you rang in the new year with a kiss, you took part in a tradition millions of years in the making. Scientists now say the origins of kissing go back much farther than most think. CBS News' Tina Kraus has more.
2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
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Au pair testifies in man's murder trial
A trial is underway in northern Virginia for a man accused of plotting his wife's murder with help from his affair partner - the family's au pair. The former au pair was the first witness called to testify against Brendan Banfield. Jericka Duncan reports on the case.
Doctors arrested after 9 newborns die at hospital in Russia
The case has provoked anger and bewilderment from Russian politicians.
Man plotted murder to "get rid of" his wife after affair, au pair testifies
Brendan Banfield is charged with murder in the 2023 killings of Christine Banfield and Joseph Ryan at the Banfields' home in northern Virginia.
Uvalde teacher's emotional testimony in trial
Tuesday marked Day 5 in the trial of former Uvalde CISD police officer Adrian Gonzales over his response to the 2022 mass shooting at Robb Elementary. CBS News reporter Karen Hua has the latest.
Kiefer Sutherland arrested over alleged altercation with LA rideshare driver
Los Angeles police said they arrested "24" actor Kiefer Sutherland after he allegedly assaulted and threatened a rideshare driver.
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ISS astronauts prepare for early return
Crew-11 is preparing for an unprecedented early return to Earth over concerns for an astronaut's medical condition aboard the International Space Station. Mike Massimino, a former NASA astronaut and engineering professor at Columbia University, joins with more.
Former astronaut on ISS crew coming home early
Four members of Crew-11 are preparing to return to Earth from the International Space Station later this week after a "medical concern" prompted NASA to cancel a scheduled spacewalk. Former astronaut Dr. Scott Parazynski joins with his reaction.
Space station changes command, setting stage for Crew 11 departure
Outgoing space station commander Mike Fincke, a member of the returning Crew 11, turned the station over to cosmonaut Sergey Kud-Sverchkov, saying the combined crew had developed deep friendships.
Astronaut says early return to Earth is "right call," but "bittersweet"
Mike Fincke thanked NASA for making crew health the agency's top priority.
NASA hopes to return Crew 11 to Earth next week over medical issue
NASA officials reported Thursday that an unidentified member of Crew 11 was dealing with "a medical situation" that would require the crew to return to Earth sooner than anticipated.
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Deadly crane collapse in Thailand
A construction crane collapsed onto a moving train in Thailand, killing at least 30 people, officials said. Jonathan Head, with BBC News, a CBS News partner, has more.
Stars of "Sinners" talk about movie
"Sinners" stars Michael B. Jordan, Miles Caton and Wunmi Mosaku talk to "CBS Mornings" about the movie's recent success at the Golden Globes, the atmosphere on set and what they learned through the process.
Comer slams Clintons over refusal to testify
Kentucky Republican Rep. James Comer said that the House will move to hold former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in contempt of Congress after they refused to testify before the House Oversight Committee about the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns has the latest.
Supreme Court on transgender athlete bans
The Supreme Court heard arguments Tuesday over state bans regarding transgender athletes. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
Russia takes aim at Ukraine's power grid
Russia launched major drone strikes against Ukraine, targeting the country's power grid, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said. The Free Press' Aidan Stretch joins CBS News 24/7 to discuss. The Free Press is a Paramount Skydance publication.