U.K. parliament poised to decriminalize abortion in England and Wales
British lawmakers vote decisively in favor of decriminalizing abortion in England and Wales, to prevent women from being punished under a law on the books since 1861.
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FBI: Vance Boelter went to other lawmakers' homes before killing Hortman
Vance Boelter, 57, has been charged in the shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses. The Hennepin County Attorney said Monday that her office intends to pursue first-degree murder charges against him as well.
Trump endorses Johnson for speaker
President-elect Donald Trump on Monday endorsed Mike Johnson to remain as speaker of the House, where the GOP holds a narrow majority. Democrats plan to nominate House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries to oppose Johnson. CBS News political reporter Libby Cathey has the latest.
Capitol police on threats towards lawmakers
U.S. Capitol Police Chief Thomas Manger testified Wednesday that there have been over 700 threats and at least 50 swatting calls made against lawmakers in the last month alone. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
Lawmakers face increasing threats
A judge sentenced a Maryland man to 13 months in prison Tuesday for threatening and harassing members of Congress via phone. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more on growing threats against lawmakers.
Law limits sunscreen availability in U.S.
American's sunscreen selection is limited, compared to other places in the world, like parts of Europe and Asia. A 1938 U.S. law classifies sunscreen as a drug, rather than as a cosmetic, and requires animal testing. The law keeps foreign brands off U.S. shelves and limits sunscreen makers. The Environmental Working Group says, on average, U.S. sunscreens don't protect as well from UVA rays, which can cause skin cancer.
Tennessee considers bill to arm teachers
In the wake of a deadly shooting at Nashville's Covenant School, Tennessee lawmakers have introduced a polarizing bill that would permit teachers to carry firearms in classrooms.
Families sickened by atomic tests seek justice
The award-winning film "Oppenheimer" has brought a renewed push for justice for generations of people who developed cancers and other diseases as a result of nuclear weapons tests. Scott MacFarlane has the story.
TikTok campaigns against potential ban
In an unprecedented move, TikTok's call to action against potential legislation for its nationwide ban has overwhelmed lawmakers with complaints, igniting a contentious debate on Capitol Hill.
Women make up majority of law firm associates for the first time
Data released by the National Association for Law Placement showed in 2023 women made up the majority of law firm associates for the first time since it began tracking data in 1991.
Elon Musk faces backlash over X post
Elon Musk denies claims he is antisemitic despite endorsing an antisemitic post on his social media platform X. Major companies are pulling their ads on the platform as lawmakers in Washington, D.C., condemn Musk. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.
Tributes for Rosalynn Carter pour in
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, Georgia Sen. Jon Ossoff and other lawmakers are paying tribute to former first lady Rosalynn Carter, who died Sunday at 96. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
Lawmakers evacuate DNC amid war protest
Lawmakers evacuated the headquarters of the Democratic National Committee Wednesday as demonstrators and police clashed outside amid a cease-fire protest. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
How Congress passed a last-minute bill
Most of the negotiations and work into getting Congress to pass a short-term funding bill to avert a shutdown happened behind closed doors. Former Congresswoman Cheri Bustos of Illinois and former Congressman Fred Upton of Michigan join CBS News to discuss how the last-minute deal with Congress was made.
Government on brink of federal shutdown
After a short-term spending bill was tanked by 20 hard-right Republican lawmakers on Friday, a government shutdown is imminent. Christina Ruffini is in Washington, D.C. with more.
Government shutdown looms amid GOP infighting
Parts of the U.S. federal government are at risk of shutting down if lawmakers can't strike a deal by midnight on September 30. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports on the looming shutdown and its impact on Congress and the Biden White House.
DeSantis on age limits for elected officials
Florida governor and Republican presidential hopeful Ron DeSantis spoke with "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell and said he believes the Founding Fathers would probably have put an age limit on elected officials "if they could look at this again."
Should there be an age limit in Congress?
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell's abrupt freeze at a press conference and Sen. Dianne Feinstein's apparent confusion during a recent vote have raised questions about imposing age limits on U.S. lawmakers. McConnell is 81 and Feinstein is 90. And in the White House, President Biden is the oldest president elected in U.S. history. Punchbowl News co-founder John Bresnahan and Axios Capitol Hill reporter Juliegrace Brufke joined CBS News to discuss.
Hunter Biden's business partner testifies
Hunter Biden's business partner, Devon Archer, testified Monday before the GOP-led House Oversight Committee. Archer told lawmakers that President Biden's son sold the "Biden brand," though Republicans and Democrats disagreed about whether it was legitimate access or the "illusion of access" for his clients. Senior Investigative Correspondent Catherine Herridge reports from Washington.
Lawmakers push for release of UFO reports
Three retired military personnel testified before Congress Wednesday that the Pentagon is hiding evidence of alien spacecraft, a claim the Pentagon denies. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports from Capitol Hill.
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President Biden to address heat and climate; lawmakers question UFO intelligence.
Whistleblower set to testify at UFO hearing
Congress is holding a hearing on unidentified anomalous phenomena, known as UAPs or UFOs, on Wednesday in an effort to force the Defense Department to provide more details about strange encounters documented by hundreds of pilots. The topic has gained attention from lawmakers in recent years following a string of shocking revelations. Nikole Killion reports from Washington.
Israel passes judicial reform amid protests
Massive protests erupted in Israel after the country's lawmakers voted to strip power from the Supreme Court. The court had been one of the few checks on the legislature's power, as the country has no written constitution or upper legislative chamber. Elizabeth Palmer reports.
Lawmakers concerned about tensions with China
Several lawmakers have expressed concern over the growing strains between the U.S. and China. Top Biden administration officials were in Beijing over the weekend to try to cool things down. Skyler Henry reports.
Meta threatens news ban in California over bill to support journalism
Owner of Facebook and Instagram could bar users in the state from sharing news over bill requiring tech companies to pay news publishers.
Senate to move on Trump request to cut foreign aid, public media funding
Some senators have concerns as Congress faces a Friday deadline to act on the rescissions request.
Privately-funded crew returns to Earth after space station visit
It was the fourth private astronaut mission funded by Houston-based Axiom Space and the second commanded by veteran astronaut Peggy Whitson.
Trump threatens tariffs targeting Russia without Ukraine deal in 50 days
"We are very unhappy, I am, with Russia," President Trump said while in a meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte.
Firings at Trump's DOJ impact case against man accused of bilking kids with special needs
Firings at the DOJ have ensnared a prosecutor who is pursuing a Florida man accused of treating a more than $100 million fund intended for children with special needs as a "personal piggy bank."
Mike Waltz to testify at confirmation hearing for U.N. ambassador
Waltz is expected to face questions for the first time about his role in a Signal chat in which top officials inadvertently disclosed sensitive details about a military strike.
Nvidia says Trump admin. letting it sell advanced H20 computer chips to China
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says the Trump administration is letting it sell its advanced H20 computer chips, used to develop artificial intelligence, to China — a reversal of administration policy.
Scheduled Florida execution would surpass U.S. total for all of last year
A man who fatally shot a man and woman outside a Florida bar as part of an attempted revenge killing is scheduled to be executed. It would be the 26th execution in the U.S. this year, surpassing last year's total.
Trump attending major energy and AI summit in Pittsburgh Tuesday
A number of political leaders and big names from the tech and AI industries are expected to be there.
New Texas flood threat hinders search for victims of deadly July 4 flooding
Ground search operations were disrupted Sunday in Kerr County, Texas, where many lives were lost in the catastrophic July 4 flooding.
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Scheduled Florida execution would surpass U.S. total for all of last year
A man who fatally shot a man and woman outside a Florida bar as part of an attempted revenge killing is scheduled to be executed. It would be the 26th execution in the U.S. this year, surpassing last year's total.
Seattle's Cal Raleigh wins 2025 Home Run Derby
Seattle's Cal Raleigh won his first All-Star Home Run Derby after leading the big leagues in long balls going into the break, defeating Tampa Bay's Junior Caminero 18-15 in the final round.
A year after historic Midwest flooding, farmers look to recover losses
Dave and Judy Oberg lost their home in 2024's historic flooding and had to sell off more than a third of their farmland to get a new house.
Unreleased Beyoncé music stolen in Atlanta after car break-in, police say
Unreleased music by Beyoncé was stolen from a vehicle in Atlanta last week as the singer was in town for her Cowboy Carter Tour, according to police.
Martin Cruz Smith, bestselling author of "Gorky Park," dies at 82
Popular novelist Martin Cruz Smith engaged readers for decades with "Gorky Park" and other thrillers featuring Moscow investigator Arkady Renko.
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Nvidia says Trump admin. letting it sell advanced H20 computer chips to China
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says the Trump administration is letting it sell its advanced H20 computer chips, used to develop artificial intelligence, to China — a reversal of administration policy.
Trump administration imposes 17% tariff on fresh Mexican tomatoes
Fresh tomatoes from Mexico — which supplies about 70% of the U.S. tomato market — will face a 17.09% duty.
How the "big, beautiful bill" helps car buyers save money on taxes
The tax and spending bill signed into law by President Trump on July 4 includes a limited tax break for car buyers.
Trump's latest tariff salvo fuels economic uncertainty, experts say
As President Trump ramps up the pressure on dozens of countries, trade experts fear U.S. tariff policy leaves consumers and businesses in limbo.
Tesla heads to court for wrongful death trial involving Autopilot system
Tesla faces questions over the alleged involvement of its Autopilot system in a 2019 crash that killed Florida college student Naibel Benavides Leon
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Senate to move on Trump request to cut foreign aid, public media funding
Some senators have concerns as Congress faces a Friday deadline to act on the rescissions request.
Mike Waltz to testify at confirmation hearing for U.N. ambassador
Waltz is expected to face questions for the first time about his role in a Signal chat in which top officials inadvertently disclosed sensitive details about a military strike.
Trump attending major energy and AI summit in Pittsburgh Tuesday
A number of political leaders and big names from the tech and AI industries are expected to be there.
Trump admin. blocked from ending deportation protections for Afghans for now
An appeals court has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from revoking deportation protections and work permits for thousands of people from Afghanistan.
Firings at Trump's DOJ impact case against man accused of bilking kids with special needs
Firings at the DOJ have ensnared a prosecutor who is pursuing a Florida man accused of treating a more than $100 million fund intended for children with special needs as a "personal piggy bank."
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Nicotine pouch ingestions among children have surged, new study finds
The study, published Monday in the journal Pediatrics, found a 763% increase in the rate of reported nicotine pouch ingestions among children younger than 6 from 2020 to 2023.
FDA approves new blue food dye derived from gardenia fruit
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved a new blue color additive derived from the fruit of the gardenia, a flowering evergreen, for use in a variety of drinks and candies.
Disaster registry may offer false sense of security, disability advocates warn
Several states have registries to prioritize help for vulnerable residents in natural disasters. But many disability advocates say they endanger people with mobility problems by giving a false sense of security.
Plague kills Arizona resident, health officials say
The death in Coconino County, which includes Flagstaff, was the first recorded death from pneumonic plague since 2007, local officials said.
A 13-year-old had chest pains. He was "close to sudden cardiac death"
Micah Clayborne was diagnosed with Danon disease, a rare condition, after complaining of chest pains. He needed a heart transplant.
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Putin rewards U.S. man with a Russian passport for spying in Ukraine
A Russian official says American Daniel Martindale has been rewarded with citizenship for spying on Ukraine, "by decree of our President Vladimir Putin."
Mike Waltz to testify at confirmation hearing for U.N. ambassador
Waltz is expected to face questions for the first time about his role in a Signal chat in which top officials inadvertently disclosed sensitive details about a military strike.
WWII ship sunk by U.S. found in Pacific, still armed with unused munitions
The Imperial Japanese Navy destroyer Teruzuki was discovered more than 2,600 feet below the ocean's surface near the Solomon Islands.
Nvidia says Trump admin. letting it sell advanced H20 computer chips to China
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says the Trump administration is letting it sell its advanced H20 computer chips, used to develop artificial intelligence, to China — a reversal of administration policy.
Trump administration imposes 17% tariff on fresh Mexican tomatoes
Fresh tomatoes from Mexico — which supplies about 70% of the U.S. tomato market — will face a 17.09% duty.
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From the archives: Martin Cruz Smith on writing mysteries
Martin Cruz Smith, author of such bestsellers as "Gorky Park" and "Polar Star," died on July 11, 2025, at age 82. In this "Sunday Morning" profile that aired Oct. 20, 2002, Smith talked with correspondent Anthony Mason about how he continued writing mysteries featuring Moscow detective Arkady Renko, despite being blacklisted by the Soviet Union. He also discussed the "boring" aspects of writing, and the research he conducted in Japan for his novel "December 6," set in Tokyo on the eve of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor.
Unreleased Beyoncé music stolen in Atlanta after car break-in, police say
Unreleased music by Beyoncé was stolen from a vehicle in Atlanta last week as the singer was in town for her Cowboy Carter Tour, according to police.
Daniel Silva returns with new thriller
Author Daniel Silva joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his newest novel, a fast-paced international mystery filled with stolen treasure, murder, and secrets inside the Vatican.
7/13: New York Times bestseller lists
Check out this week's top-selling titles on The New York Times fiction and non-fiction lists.
Billie Eilish on finding her voice
Singer-songwriter Billie Eilish is just beginning to know herself. With her latest album, "Hit Me Hard and Soft," and her current tour (her first without brother Finneas and her parents), the 23-year-old music superstar is discovering parts of herself she didn't know were there. She describes to correspondent Anthony Mason finding a new voice as a songwriter, and about stretching her singing after starting vocal lessons. (This story was originally broadcast Dec. 8, 2024.)
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Nvidia says Trump admin. letting it sell advanced H20 computer chips to China
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says the Trump administration is letting it sell its advanced H20 computer chips, used to develop artificial intelligence, to China — a reversal of administration policy.
Court blocks FTC's "click-to-cancel" rule
A Federal Trade Commission rule that would have made it easier for Americans to cancel unwanted online subscriptions was set to go into effect Monday, but a federal appeals court struck it down last week. Shira Ovide, writer of the Tech Friend newsletter at the Washington Post, joins CBS News' "The Daily Report" with 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.
Exploring the rise of OpenAI
Karen Hao joins "CBS Evening News Plus" to discuss her new book, "Empire of AI," which delves into the rise of Sam Altman and OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT.
Nvidia CEO dismisses concerns about China
The United States has a ban on sales of Nvidia's high-level chips to Chinese firms, but Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says China doesn't actually need Nvidia's chips. Stephen Witt, author of the book "The Thinking Machine: Jensen Huang, Nvidia, And The World's Most Coveted Microchip," joins CBS News to discuss.
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Cracking the code: Using genetic genealogy to unmask serial criminals
Barbara Rae-Venter never anticipated that her genealogy hobby would lead to the capture of one of California's most notorious criminals, the Golden State Killer. Her pioneering use of genetic genealogy has since helped solve numerous cold cases.
Teenager wants to cure skin cancer with soap
Teenage scientist Heman Bekele's ultimate goal is to cure melanoma. After winning 3M's Young Scientist Challenge by inventing soap that can cure skin cancer, he caught the attention of Dr. Jay William Fox, associate director at the University of Virginia's cancer center.
How to vet scientific research
Cabells Publishing, a scholarly analytics company, has flagged more than 19,000 journals as potentially predatory. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains how to know if you're getting accurate information.
North America's oldest known pterosaur discovered in Arizona, researchers say
Researchers were able to date the fossil of the flying reptile, a close cousin of dinosaurs, back to more than 209 million years ago.
Inside the lab trying to change people's minds about sharks
Scientists at Oregon State University are working to change people's minds about sharks--and are learning more about the health of the ocean in the process.
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Unreleased Beyoncé music stolen in Atlanta after car break-in, police say
Unreleased music by Beyoncé was stolen from a vehicle in Atlanta last week as the singer was in town for her Cowboy Carter Tour, according to police.
Man gets 65 years in prison for killing woman whose daughter remains missing
Jose Morales, 48, was convicted by a jury of murder and evidence tampering in Christine Holloway's killing. Their baby daughter, Vanessa, disappeared at the time and remains missing.
Ex-Army officer pleads guilty to sharing classified war info on dating site
In exchange for David Slater's guilty plea in conspiring to transmit classified information about Russia's war with Ukraine on a foreign online dating platform, two other counts were dropped.
Aristocrat and her partner found guilty over baby daughter's death
Constance Marten, 38, and Mark Gordon, 51, were arrested after a seven-week police hunt in 2023 during which they spent time living in a tent.
Fugitive drug lord dubbed "Chubby Jos" has $112 million seized by court
Jos Leijdekkers is on Europol's most-wanted list, with the European police body offering over $225,000 for information leading to his arrest.
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Privately-funded crew returns to Earth after space station visit
It was the fourth private astronaut mission funded by Houston-based Axiom Space and the second commanded by veteran astronaut Peggy Whitson.
Mars rock could fetch millions at auction
A piece of Mars is going up for auction this week, and it could go for as much as $4 million.
Axiom space crew returns from historic trip
Astronauts from India, Poland, Hungary and the U.S. are returning from the International Space Station following the historic Axiom Mission 4 trip. CBS News' consultant Bill Harwood joins with more details.
Want to own a huge chunk of Mars? It'll likely cost you up to $4 million
A 54-pound meteorite from Mars is expected to fetch up to $4 million when it goes up for auction later this month at Sotheby's.
Webb telescope captures images of new stars forming in Cat's Paw Nebula
The Cat's Paw Nebula is about 4,000 light-years from Earth, near the constellation Scorpius.
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Summer music heats up 2025
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Suzanne Morphew case
Bizarre clues and evidence in the investigation into the Colorado mother's disappearance include a spy pen, plastic needle cap, and a chipmunk alibi.
"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
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Court blocks FTC's "click-to-cancel" rule
A Federal Trade Commission rule that would have made it easier for Americans to cancel unwanted online subscriptions was set to go into effect Monday, but a federal appeals court struck it down last week. Shira Ovide, writer of the Tech Friend newsletter at the Washington Post, joins CBS News' "The Daily Report" with more.
Kids accidentally swallowing nicotine pouches
Data published in the journal Pediatrics found that cases where children under 6 ingested nicotine pouches jumped more than 700% between 2020 and 2023. Natalie Rine, one of the co-authors of the study and director of the Central Ohio Poison Center at Nationwide Children's Hospital, joins CBS News' "The Daily Report" with more.
Congress considers billions in funding cuts
This week, the Senate will consider a bill that would make the Department of Government Efficiency's cuts to public broadcasters and global public health programs permanent. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
Stocks inch higher, tariff deadline approaching
Stocks finished the day up slightly with President Trump's new Aug. 1 trade deal deadline looming. CBS News contributor Javier David has more.
Trump appeals California immigration order
The Trump administration is appealing a federal judge's order that paused immigration enforcement operations across Southern California. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.