Texas court ruling allows investigations into parents of trans youth
The court did not rule on the merits of the investigations, only that lower courts in Texas overstepped by trying to block all cases
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Texas governor battles immigration policies
Texas Governor Greg Abbott is taking aim at the Biden administration over immigration policy, sending busloads of migrants and asylum-seekers to Washington and temporarily holding up trucking at the border. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has the latest.
Gov. Abbott eases truck inspections
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott partially reversed a commercial truck inspection strategy that had gridlocked trucks entering the U.S. and shut down some of the world's busiest trade bridges. Ed O'Keefe has more.
Here's which U.S. official might visit Kyiv
The Biden administration is considering sending a top official to Kyiv to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes and CBS News political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns join "Red and Blue" to discuss who they might send, and why the administration continues to blame inflation on Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Abbott says Texas will send charter buses with migrants to D.C.
The governor said the buses would bring migrants to "the steps of the United States Capitol."
Texas officials give update on severe weather
Texas Governor Greg Abbott and other officials spoke Monday night in Williamson County, which was hit by two suspected tornadoes, to provide updates on the severe weather rolling across the state. Watch their remarks here.
Texas temporarily banned from investigating family over gender-affirming care
The ruling comes in response to a lawsuit filed against Governor Greg Abbott over an order he enacted that treats gender-transitioning procedures as child abuse.
Texas primary election sets stage for midterms
Former Representative Beto O'Rourke will officially take on Texas Governor Greg Abbott in the midterm elections, but many of the Texas primary races are leading to runoffs. Jack Fink, a political reporter for CBS Dallas-Fort Worth, and Caitlin Huey-Burns, a CBS News political reporter, dive into this on CBS News' "Red and Blue."
Texas primary election results are in
Texas voters participated in the state's primary election on Tuesday, and Governor Greg Abbott beat several challengers to clinch the spot for the GOP. He will face off against Democratic candidate Beto O'Rourke in November. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca joins us from Houston to break down the results and key issues in the state.
Lawsuit seeks to block Texas from investigating transgender care as child abuse
The suit argues Abbott's order violates the constitutional rights of transgender children and their families.
Texas governor orders agency to probe gender-transitioning procedures as child abuse
Licensed professionals will be required to report instances of kids undergoing gender-transitioning procedures.
GOP voting laws take center stage in Texas
Early voting has kicked off in Texas ahead of the state's March 1 primary, but new restrictive voting laws in the state are affecting thousands of mail-in ballots. Alexa Ura, a demographics reporter for the Texas Tribune, joins CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Nikki Battiste with more.
Winter storm blasts snow, freezing rain and sleet across U.S.
The storm system has placed more than 100 million Americans under winter weather alerts, and over 4,000 flights had already been canceled by Thursday morning.
Governors' split on business vaccine mandates highlights changing GOP base
"It is no longer the case that government regulation or intervention is dead on arrival within the Republican Party."
Texas board withdraws pardon recommendation for George Floyd
Floyd, who was from Houston, was killed last year by former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin.
Texas abortion law stays but challenges allowed
The Supreme Court ruled that a Texas abortion law can remain in effect, but allowed abortion providers to challenge the law in court. Jan Crawford has the details.
DOJ sues Texas over redistricting maps
The Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against Texas, claiming the state's new voting district maps discriminate against Black and Latino voters. Kim Wehle, a professor of law at the University of Baltimore and the author of "How to Read the Constitution -- and Why," joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with the details of the lawsuit.
Gerrymandering surges ahead of midterms
There is a surge in gerrymandering as several states work to redraw congressional maps ahead of the 2022 midterm elections. CBS News political reporter Aaron Navarro joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero with more.
Doctor on masks in schools and vaccine rules
A federal judge halted Texas Governor Greg Abbott's executive order banning mask mandates in schools. Meanwhile, 10 states are suing the Biden administration to block vaccine regulation for health care workers, and Pfizer has asked the Food and Drug Administration for approval of its COVID-19 vaccine booster shot for all U.S. adults. Dr. Leo Nissola, the chief scientific officer at First Bio Research and an immunotherapy scientist, joined CBSN to discuss the latest coronavirus headlines.
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House voting on debt ceiling extension; Texas' new legislative map protects the GOP
Texas governor bans COVID vaccine mandates
Texas Governor Greg Abbott threatened to fine companies that enforce COVID-19 vaccine mandates. Nancy Cordes has more on how it contradicts a federal mandate.
Biden meets with G20 leaders on Afghanistan
Afghanistan and the controversial abortion law in Texas are just two of the many issues on President Biden's docket. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joined Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers on CBSN with the latest.
Texas governor bans vaccine mandates
Texas' Republican Governor Greg Abbott has signed an executive order banning "any entity" in his state from issuing a coronavirus vaccine mandate. Last month, President Biden announced that all companies with 100 employees or more will need to require vaccination or weekly COVID testing. On Tuesday, Mr. Biden is attending a virtual meeting with G20 leaders on the situation in Afghanistan. CBS News political contributor and Associated Press White House reporter Zeke Miller joins CBSN AM to discuss.
McConnell makes Democrats debt ceiling offer
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell made an offer to Democrats Wednesday that would temporarily extend the government's borrowing ability, avoiding a default on its debts. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang, CBS News' congressional correspondent Nikole Killion and Insider's politics reporter Oma Seddiq join "Red and Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with the details.
Florida lawmaker introduces abortion bill similar to Texas law
The bill, filed by state Representative Webster Barnaby, is similar to the law recently enacted in Texas, which bans abortions after about six weeks of pregnancy.
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Russia claims full control of Mariupol as Ukraine fighters send last messages
The wife of a marine said her husband had written her: "I don't know when I will get in touch with you and if I will at all."
Judge says CDC can't end the Title 42 border expulsions
Judge Robert Summerhays ruled the CDC did not properly end Title 42, which allows U.S. border officials to quickly expel migrants.
Archbishop of San Francisco says Pelosi can't receive communion
The archbishop said the House speaker failed to publicly repudiate her "advocacy for abortion 'rights.'"
Photo alleged to show Hunter Biden's laptop surfaces
Hunter Biden's legal and investigative team provided CBS News with what it said was the first public photo of his once missing laptop.
Stocks are nearly in a bear market. Here's what to know.
The S&P 500 is approaching a bear market for the first time in two years. Investors have "nowhere to hide," one analyst says.
Babies hospitalized as formula shortage grows more dire
Multiple children have been hospitalized due to the shortage.
At least 1 dead, 23 hurt after tornado rips through northern Michigan town
The tornado inflicted major damage, including flipped vehicles and torn roofs.
Robby Mook says Clinton agreed to give Trump-Russia material to reporter
Mook also said she did so even though the campaign wasn't certain about the veracity of the allegations linking Trump to Russian Alfa Bank.
Cat reunited with owners 16 years after running away
A few weeks ago, a woman who had been feeding a stray cat brought it into the vet with a bad injury. It was about to be put down, but a microchip saved its life.
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Ed Sheeran and wife Cherry Seaborn welcome their second child
The singer is now a father to two.
Babies hospitalized as formula shortage grows more dire
Multiple children have been hospitalized due to the shortage.
At least 1 dead, 23 hurt after tornado rips through northern Michigan town
The tornado inflicted major damage, including flipped vehicles and torn roofs.
Large swaths of the U.S. are at risk of blackouts this summer
Hotter weather and drought conditions are expected to drive up energy demand, potentially straining the nation's aging power grid.
Robby Mook says Clinton agreed to give Trump-Russia material to reporter
Mook also said she did so even though the campaign wasn't certain about the veracity of the allegations linking Trump to Russian Alfa Bank.
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Large swaths of the U.S. are at risk of blackouts this summer
Hotter weather and drought conditions are expected to drive up energy demand, potentially straining the nation's aging power grid.
Barnes & Noble pressured to restrict sales of most banned book
Virginia lawmaker says retailer should obtain parental consent before selling two "obscene" books to minors.
Stocks are nearly in a bear market. Here's what to know.
The S&P 500 is approaching a bear market for the first time in two years. Investors have "nowhere to hide," one analyst says.
The next shock for homeowners: Surging property tax assessments
Some homeowners are facing "sticker shock" from stiffer property tax bills. Blame the pandemic real estate boom.
Elon Musk visits Brazil's Bolsonaro to discuss Amazon plans
Billionaire's Starlink satellite venture will provide internet service for rural schools and monitor the rainforest.
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This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 22, 2022
Former United States Secretary of Defense Robert Gates, Senator Rick Scott and more appear on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" this Sunday.
Robby Mook says Clinton agreed to give Trump-Russia material to reporter
Mook also said she did so even though the campaign wasn't certain about the veracity of the allegations linking Trump to Russian Alfa Bank.
Judge says CDC can't end the Title 42 border expulsions
Judge Robert Summerhays ruled the CDC did not properly end Title 42, which allows U.S. border officials to quickly expel migrants.
Photo alleged to show Hunter Biden's laptop surfaces
Hunter Biden's legal and investigative team provided CBS News with what it said was the first public photo of his once missing laptop.
Archbishop of San Francisco says Pelosi can't receive communion
The archbishop said the House speaker failed to publicly repudiate her "advocacy for abortion 'rights.'"
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New link between mental health and arthritis
Clinical health psychologist Dr. Natalie Datillo explains how patients can make connections to reduce pain and increase mobility.
Child hospitalizations rise due to formula shortage
More hospitals are reporting children needing treatment because they aren't getting enough nutrition due to the baby formula shortage. Jamie Yuccas has more.
Metabolic issues and the formula shortage
Meg Oliver spoke to a family whose 8-year-old daughter needs formula for most of her nutrition due to metabolic issues. They open up about how the baby formula shortage is impacting their family.
Oklahoma lawmakers pass anti-abortion law
Oklahoma's state legislature has passed an anti-abortion law that would be the most restrictive law in the nation. The legislation prohibits abortion at any point in pregnancy, except to save a woman's life or in cases of rape or incest reported to police. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford reports.
Nearly half of Americans live in areas where they should consider masking, CDC data says
The CDC published updated data Thursday on counties at "medium" and "high" levels of COVID-19.
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Last kid sheltering in Ukraine basement now draws monsters, misses his best friend
At just 8 years old, he's endured unimaginable horror. The sound of constant shelling has left him shell-shocked and traumatized.
Judge says CDC can't end the Title 42 border expulsions
Judge Robert Summerhays ruled the CDC did not properly end Title 42, which allows U.S. border officials to quickly expel migrants.
Russia claims full control of Mariupol as Ukraine fighters send last messages
The wife of a marine said her husband had written her: "I don't know when I will get in touch with you and if I will at all."
Kyoto, Japan's beautiful old imperial capital, is going broke fast
Before COVID hit, the ancient city's 17 world heritage sites and 2,000 temples and shrines drew 88 million tourists in in a single year. But it still can't pay the bills.
"Butcher of the Andes" victims laid to rest decades after massacre
The bodies were exhumed from a mass grave to be identified using DNA tests.
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Ed Sheeran and wife Cherry Seaborn welcome their second child
The singer is now a father to two.
Barnes & Noble pressured to restrict sales of most banned book
Virginia lawmaker says retailer should obtain parental consent before selling two "obscene" books to minors.
Central Park birder gets his own TV show
Christian Cooper, who was catapulted into the national spotlight after a racially charged incident in Central Park, now has a show on National Geographic.
Royals attend "Top Gun: Maverick" premiere
Thursday's London premiere of "Top Gun: Maverick" had a royal drop-in after Prince William and Duchess Kate joined Tom Cruise on the red carpet. Cruise invited the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge after finding out that Prince William is a fan of the film. (Disclaimer: "Top Gun: Maverick" is produced and distributed by Paramount Pictures, a division of Paramount Global, which also owns CBS News)
U.S. soccer has equal gender pay. Will other sports follow?
Pro basketball and tennis continues to pay American women athletes millions of dollars less than men.
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Elon Musk visits Brazil's Bolsonaro to discuss Amazon plans
Billionaire's Starlink satellite venture will provide internet service for rural schools and monitor the rainforest.
Tech giants fight new Texas social media law
Big tech like Facebook, YouTube and Twitter are seeking to block a Texas law that prohibits social media platforms from banning users based on their political views. CBS news reporter Dan Patterson joins Nancy Chen and Tanya Rivero to discuss the legislation.
Mastercard wants to let you buy stuff with your face
Credit card giant to test biometric system aimed at streamlining the checkout process in stores.
Biden begins visit to Asia
President Joe Biden opened his trip to Asia on Friday with a focus on the U.S. tech sector, touring a Samsung computer chip plant in South Korea. During his six-day stay, Mr. Biden will also visit Japan. Nancy Cordes reports.
Boeing Starliner sets off after space station
An Atlas 5 rocket boosted a Boeing Starliner crew capsule into orbit Thursday for a make-or-break unpiloted test flight, the company's third attempt in over two years to reach the International Space Station.
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"Efficient predator": Invasive green crab found in new area
The Carcinus maenas — or "raving mad crab" — preys on juvenile clams, out-competes native crab species and wreaks havoc on marine ecosystems.
Major climate indicators set "alarming" records in 2021, U.N. says
The ocean is more acidic than it's been in 26,000 years and hotter than ever as greenhouse gases continue to flood the atmosphere. Here's what it could mean for the climate crisis.
Who will suffer the most as climate change fuels heat waves in India?
As scientists warn heat waves are 100 times more likely in the region, millions of workers can't afford to take a day off, even if the heat could kill them.
Prehistoric dolphin species discovered in landlocked Switzerland
Twenty million years ago, Switzerland's low-lying parts were covered in an ocean teeming with fish, sharks and dolphins.
Moth species not seen since 1912 found at Detroit airport
The "very flashy" moths were found in the luggage of a traveler arriving from the Philippines, authorities said.
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Child traumatized after surviving Russian occupation
An 8-year-old boy who has sheltered in a basement with his mother since Russia invaded Ukraine is too traumatized to talk about the war. He used to draw pictures of sunny skies and happy homes, but now draws only monsters and tanks. Debora Patta has more.
Family of Buffalo victim considers suing gunmaker
The family of a victim in the Buffalo supermarket shooting has hired lawyers who are looking into potential claims against Remington, which produced the gun allegedly used in the massacre. Jericka Duncan reports.
Man found not guilty of murdering Georgia teacher who vanished in 2005
Ryan Duke had told investigators he killed Tara Grinstead and helped burn her body. But when he took the witness stand during his trial, he insisted he was innocent.
Feds seize 145 dogs from research facility where hundreds died
Staff could not identify a cause of death for 173 puppies because the bodies had already begun decomposing, records show.
Sandy Hook mom says Buffalo shooting victims' families "deserve healing"
For the victims' families, this week has been filled with a steady stream of prayer in and around Buffalo.
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Boeing's Starliner catches up with space station
Boeing hopes the third time is the charm for the Starliner astronaut ferry ship on its test flight to the International Space Station.
Boeing Starliner capsule sets off after space station
Grounded earlier by software bugs and corroded valves, Boeing says the Starliner is finally ready for flight.
Boeing Starliner capsule poised for high-stakes flight
NASA is confident Boeing's Starliner astronaut ferry ship is finally ready for prime time.
InSight Mars lander nears the end of the road
NASA expects dwindling power to shut down the InSight Mars lander by the end of the year.
NASA investigates another space helmet water leak
While not as serious as a potentially life-threatening 2013 incident, NASA is taking no chances with the station's aging spacesuits.
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The best places to work in 2022, ranked
It's not only tech companies that continue to win over employees with flexible work environments, good pay and better benefits.
How police tracked an old work truck to find Jennifer Dulos' alleged killer
After scouring 12 hours of grainy surveillance footage, investigators say they found the way Fotis Dulos drove the 70 miles to murder his wife.
25 transgender athletes you should know
These athletes are making waves in the worlds of athletics and advocacy.
Met Gala 2022: The hottest red carpet arrivals
If it glittered or dazzled, it was likely being worn by a celeb at fashion's biggest party of the year
Best movies streaming right now on Netflix
Looking for something fresh to watch? Here are the top films available on the streaming platform.
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Are the Kids All Right?: Gen(der) Z
For an unprecedented number of young people in Gen Z, gender is a social construct that needs dismantling. In this CBS Reports documentary, we follow four teens with diverse gender identities to see how they are dealing with and experiencing a world that’s redefining gender.
Oklahoma passes strict bill banning nearly all abortions
Oklahoma's legislature passed a bill Thursday that bans all abortions from the moment of fertilization. If signed into law, it would be the nation's strictest abortion law. Dr. Colleen McNicholas, the chief medical officer for Planned Parenthood of St. Louis, Missouri, joins Lana Zak on CBS News to discuss.
Judge blocks CDC from ending Title 42 expulsions
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) cannot move forward with a plan to discontinue pandemic-related emergency rules that allow U.S. border agents to rapidly expel migrants to Mexico or their home countries on public health grounds, a federal judge in Louisiana ruled Friday.
Cat reunited with owners 16 years after running away
Ritz the cat ran away 16 years ago, and his owners never really gave up hope for his return. A few weeks ago, a woman who had been feeding a stray cat brought it into the vet with a bad injury. It was about to be put down, but a microchip saved its life. Steve Hartman shares more in "On the Road."
Child traumatized after surviving Russian occupation
An 8-year-old boy who has sheltered in a basement with his mother since Russia invaded Ukraine is too traumatized to talk about the war. He used to draw pictures of sunny skies and happy homes, but now draws only monsters and tanks. Debora Patta has more.