Flooding in Louisiana after Bertha landfall
Forecasters say Tropical Storm Bertha will move over New Orleans on Wednesday night and then continue toward Houston. CBS News' Lana Zak and Zoe Mintz have the latest on the storm's impact.
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Louisiana man charged with murder in shooting of U.S. marshal
A Louisiana man has been charged with murder in the fatal shooting of a deputy U.S. marshal who joined other officers in trying to arrest him.
High energy costs from Iran war heighten pressure on struggling farmers
As the agriculture industry in Louisiana contends with major energy cost hikes brought on by the Iran war, some farmers are unsure if their businesses will survive.
American farmers under pressure
The ripples of the Iran conflict are starting to appear in unexpected ways. High energy costs are putting new pressure on America's farmers. Mark Strassmann has more.
Trump-endorsed Julia Letlow projected to win Louisiana GOP Senate runoff
Rep. Julia Letlow was endorsed by President Trump in the state's Republican Senate runoff to replace Sen. Bill Cassidy, who did not receive enough votes in the primary to advance.
Did a father use his 6-year-old son as an alibi for murder?
Reginald Reed Sr. said he was playing video games with his son, Reginald "Reggie" Reed Jr., when his wife, Selonia Reed, was killed. But detectives doubt his story.
Detective believes 6-year-old's mother was killed in next room while he slept
For most of his life, Reggie Reed has wondered who murdered his mother Selonia Reed decades ago in Hammond, Louisiana. A fresh look at the evidence ultimately implicated the man he called his "rock" — Reginald Reed Sr., the man who lovingly raised him.
Supreme Court makes 4 rulings
The Supreme Court has blocked a Rastafarian man from suing the Louisiana prison officials who forced him to cut off his dreadlocks. CBS News' Jan Crawford has more.
Remnants of Tropical Storm Arthur flood homes and force evacuations in Gulf states
The remnants of Tropical Storm Arthur were battering parts of the southeastern U.S. with heavy rain, sparking flash flooding.
Potential first Atlantic tropical cyclone of the year develops in the Gulf
Forecasters say the potential first tropical cyclone of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season could develop into a fully formed storm on Wednesday and bring life-threatening flash flooding.
Alligator attacks DWI suspect who was fleeing police
A man suspected of driving while impaired was attacked by an alligator after attempting to flee police in Louisiana, authorities said.
Louisiana lawmakers pass congressional map designed to pick up GOP seat
The Louisiana Legislature passed a new congressional map that would leave the state with only one of its two majority-Black districts.
GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy takes digs at Trump, urging renewed unity in politics
Cassidy, who lost his reelection bid last week, called for leaders who are "steady, not erratic" and "thoughtful, not impulsive."
Georgia readies for key primary races
Georgia is set to hold key primaries on Tuesday, including a race between three Republicans challenging incumbent Sen. Jon Ossoff. Meanwhile, Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy lost his reelection bid to Rep. Julia Letlow and Louisiana State Treasurer John Fleming, who advanced to a runoff. CBS News' Skyler Henry and Fin Gómez have the latest.
Letlow, Fleming advance to runoff in Louisiana GOP Senate primary, CBS News projects
Incumbent GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy, who had occasionally broken with the Trump administration, lost his bid for a third term.
Louisiana lawmakers advance new 5-1 congressional map that favors Republicans
The new map will eliminate one of the state's majority Black, Democratic-leaning districts while keeping one Democratic-leaning district.
SCOTUS clears way for Alabama's new House map
The Supreme Court on Monday lifted a mandate in Alabama requiring the state to use a congressional map with two majority-Black districts. Wall Street Journal columnist Jason Riley joins to discuss his opposition to "racial gerrymandering."
Republicans gain midterm edge
The Supreme Court's decision to strike down a Louisiana congressional map sparked concern among Democrats as lawmakers in several states work to redistrict ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. CBS News political contributor Chuck Rocha and Alex Vogel, former deputy counsel for the Republican National Committee, have more.
5/10/2026: Prime Minister Netanyahu; Drawing the Lines; Gout Gout
First, Benjamin Netanyahu: The 60 Minutes Interview. Then, Gov. Landry on suspending Louisiana primaries. And, Gout Gout: The 60 Minutes Interview.
Alabama lawmakers pass plan for new House primary as state pushes to redistrict
Alabama lawmakers have approved a plan for new House primaries if courts allow the state to use different congressional districts in this year's elections.
SCOTUS lets redistricting ruling take effect immediately, sparking angry exchange
The Supreme Court on Monday allowed last week's landmark decision striking down Louisiana's congressional map to take effect immediately, drawing a sharp back-and-forth between two justices.
Justice Alito halts mail ban on mifepristone
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito temporarily restored the FDA rule that allows the abortion pill mifepristone to be prescribed online and sent by mail after a Louisiana appellate court blocked the 2023 rule on Friday. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
Warnock on Louisiana v. Callais decision
Sen. Raphael Warnock told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that the Supreme Court decision narrowing a section of the Voting Rights Act has "poured fuel on this redistricting arms race" as states have raced to undergo gerrymandering ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
Rep. Troy Carter on Supreme Court map decision
Louisiana is suspending its May 16 House primaries following the Supreme Court's decision to strike down its congressional map. The high court found the state relied too heavily on race when it created a second majority-Black district. Democratic Rep. Troy Carter of Louisiana joins "The Takeout" to discuss the ruling.
5/1: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Spirit Airlines prepares to end operations after failing to secure government rescue deal; Trump tells Congress hostilities in Iran have "terminated."
Judge rejects DOJ's push to force California to set aside ballots
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Obama and Trump hold dueling rallies as midterm campaigns make final pitch
High-speed train crash in Spain kills at least 68, dozens injured
Experts react to new findings on CTE in former NFL players
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Qatari mediators hand Iran new proposal to end the war
Ted Cruz calls El-Sayed a "jihadist leprechaun" at campaign stop
Brewers defeat Rays in 5 games to win first World Series in franchise history
