Nevada's Republican governor strengthens abortion rights protections
Gov. Joe Lombardo, who describes himself as pro-life, has said he would respect the will of Nevada voters who codified abortion rights up to 24 weeks in a 1990 referendum vote.
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3 states reach deal on Colorado River water
Three of the seven Colorado River states - California, Arizona and Nevada - have agreed to cut their water usage by 3 million acre-feet by 2026. Some 40 million people and more than two dozen Native American tribes depend on the Colorado River. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy breaks down the details of the historic deal.
Western states reach deal on saving Colorado River
California, Arizona and Nevada have reached a deal to reduce use of the Colorado River to keep the key reservoir from running dry.
Proposal aims to cut use of drought-stricken Colorado River
The Colorado River proposal from Arizona, California and Nevada aims to conserve at least 3 million acre-feet of water through the end of 2026.
Henry Ruggs pleads guilty to drunk driving, speeding in deadly crash
Ruggs is expected to be sentenced to three to 10 years in prison at a hearing set for early August.
Election denier Jim Marchant announces Senate bid vs. Nevada's Jacky Rosen
In 2022, Marchant lost his race to be Nevada's top election official.
Uptick of very rare brain infections in kids prompts CDC investigation
Health authorities in southern Nevada saw a record 17 cases during 2022.
Sen. Jacky Rosen of Nevada to seek reelection in tough year for Democrats
Rosen's fellow Democratic senator from Nevada, Catherine Cortez Masto, won by fewer than 8,000 votes out of nearly 1 million ballots cast in 2020.
Congress approves measure to reverse Biden's water protections
Congress on Wednesday approved a resolution to overturn the Biden administration's protections for thousands of small streams, wetlands and other waterways.
Biden establishes national monuments and marine sanctuary out West
President Joe Biden has established national monuments in Nevada and Texas.
Oklahoma City bombing co-conspirator's son pleads guilty to armed robbery
Nichols, now 40, moved with his mother to Las Vegas after she divorced Terry Nichols years before the April 1995 bombing that killed 168 people.
Las Vegas residents could face tap limits to limit water usage
If approved, the "worst case scenario" plan would make Nevada the first state to give a water agency legal jurisdiction over the amount of residential use.
Victims of Nevada medical plane crash identified
Five people, including the pilot, a patient and the patient's wife, were killed when the plane crashed Friday.
Medical plane broke apart during flight before deadly crash, NTSB says
Care Flight identified the downed aircraft and said the pilot, a flight nurse, a flight paramedic, a patient and a patient's family member all died.
5 dead after Care Flight plane crash; NTSB investigating
Officials from the National Transportation Safety Board will hold a media briefing on Sunday regarding the crash that occurred near Stagecoach, Nevada.
Winter storm brings snow, ice to western U.S.
The western U.S. continued to contend with a powerful winter storm Friday that even prompted unprecedented blizzard warnings in Southern California. Parts of Nevada are under avalanche warnings and many major highways are closed. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports from Southern California.
Nevadans to vote on removing slavery as punishment from state constitution
Abolishing slavery as a form of criminal punishment from the state constitution will be on the 2024 Nevada ballot, part of a push to remove archaic language.
"Dances With Wolves" actor indicted by grand jury on 19 new charges
Police have described Nathan Chasing Horse as a cult leader who used his position as a self-proclaimed medicine man to gain access to Indigenous girls and women.
Illinois ready to mandate paid leave for nearly all workers
Peoria Democratic Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth sponsored bill, which she said will "help to uplift working families."
Battery recycling firm founded by former Tesla employee wins $2B loan
A Nevada company that recycles batteries for electric vehicles has won a $2 billion green energy loan from the Biden administration.
"Dances with Wolves" actor arrested on sexual assault charges in Nevada raid
Nathan Chasing Horse was taken into custody near the North Las Vegas home he shared with his five wives, police said.
Investors eye water rights amid drought
As the Western megadrought continues, investors have been buying up land to secure the water rights that go along with them. Ben Tracy takes a look.
Skier killed in avalanche on Mummy Mountain near Las Vegas
The skier was swept about 500 feet down the mountain before friends found him using a location-tracking device, police said.
Sheriff on Jeremy Renner's snowplow accident
Sheriff Darin Balaam of Washoe County, Nevada, said the snowplow accident that seriously injured actor Jeremy Renner did not involve any foul play and occurred when the plow started to roll after Renner had helped dig out a family member's car. Watch the sheriff's full remarks from a news conference.
Actor Jeremy Renner in critical condition after snowplow accident
A representative for the Marvel superhero was quoted as saying he was in "critical but stable condition" after an accident while plowing snow.
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House passes debt ceiling bill and sends it to Senate
A majority of Democrats and majority of Republicans voted in favor of the Fiscal Responsibility Act.
Special counsel has audio of Trump discussing classified document
In the recording, Trump acknowledged he kept a classified Pentagon document after he left the White House.
U.S. plans to admit nearly 40,000 asylum-seekers per month through app
U.S. officials are preparing to distribute 1,250 appointments each day to migrants in Mexico so they can present themselves at ports of entry for an opportunity to be allowed to seek asylum.
Jury finds actor Danny Masterson guilty of 2 counts of rape
The 47-year-old actor faces up to 30 years in prison.
2024 GOP presidential contenders slam debt ceiling deal
Only one of the Republican presidential candidates has a vote to cast on the suspension of the debt limit.
North Korea calls U.S. "gangster-like," vows another satellite launch
Kim Yo Jong, the sister of Kim Jong Un, accused the U.S. of hypocrisy and "gangster-like logic," vowing another military spy satellite launch in the near future.
Fewer babies born in 2022, and teen births decline, CDC reports
The decline in births is "a very small difference" from the year before.
Store owner who allegedly killed teen previously shot at two shoplifters
Columbia convenience store owner Rick Yow, who was charged with allegedly killing a teen he wrongly accused of shoplifting, had previously shot a shoplifter in the leg and opened fire on another shoplifter's vehicle.
Frustrated coastal home buyers contend with low inventory, high demand
Home buyers in many U.S. coastal areas are advised to prepare to settle, bring cash offers and close quickly.
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Fewer babies born in 2022, and teen births decline, CDC reports
The decline in births is "a very small difference" from the year before.
Kim Cattrall set to reprise role in "Sex and the City" spinoff
Cattrall starred in six seasons and two movie spinoffs of "Sex and the City."
Boehner praises McCarthy's handling of debt ceiling
"There wasn't any doubt. Because McCarthy — everybody understands that you can't violate the debt limit," Boehner said on "The Takeout."
U.S. plans to admit nearly 40,000 asylum-seekers per month through app
U.S. officials are preparing to distribute 1,250 appointments each day to migrants in Mexico so they can present themselves at ports of entry for an opportunity to be allowed to seek asylum.
2024 presidential contenders slam debt ceiling deal
Only one of the Republican presidential candidates has a vote to cast on the suspension of the debt limit.
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Frustrated coastal home buyers contend with low inventory, high demand
Home buyers in many U.S. coastal areas are advised to prepare to settle, bring cash offers and close quickly.
Delta's "carbon-neutral" claim is greenwashing, lawsuit alleges
Suit alleges airline relied on shoddy carbon "offsets" in order to market itself as climate-friendly.
Fake heiress Anna "Delvey" Sorokin to launch podcast
Convicted con artist said the new podcast will give listeners a chance "to meet the real me."
Amazon's Ring gave workers access to customer videos, FTC alleges
One Ring employee watched "thousands" of videos belonging to 81 women, the regulatory agency claims.
Mortgage rates are shooting up again, raising homeownership costs
Average interest rate on a typical home loan is edging toward 7%, the highest level in seven months.
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Boehner praises McCarthy's handling of debt ceiling
"There wasn't any doubt. Because McCarthy — everybody understands that you can't violate the debt limit," Boehner said on "The Takeout."
2024 presidential contenders slam debt ceiling deal
Only one of the Republican presidential candidates has a vote to cast on the suspension of the debt limit.
Special counsel has audio of Trump discussing classified document
In the recording, Trump acknowledged he kept a classified Pentagon document after he left the White House.
Who's running for president in 2024? Meet the candidates — and likely candidates — vying for your vote
Seven Republicans have announced their candidacies for president so far. And President Joe Biden announced in April that he'd run for reelection.
McCarthy dismisses threats to oust him as speaker over debt ceiling deal
House Freedom Caucus members are unhappy with the debt ceiling deal between House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and President Biden.
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Fewer babies born in 2022, and teen births decline, CDC reports
The decline in births is "a very small difference" from the year before.
What is cytomegalovirus, the leading infectious cause of birth defects?
More than half of U.S. adults have it, and it typically doesn't make them sick — but few people have ever heard of it.
Alex Rodriguez reveals gum disease: What to know about the diagnosis
Alex Rodriguez is opening up about a condition that he shares with nearly half of adult Americans: gum disease. Here's what to know about the diagnosis.
Alex Rodriguez reveals he's been diagnosed with early-stage gum disease
Rodriguez, or A-Rod as he is known, has partnered with the health products company OraPharma to help raise awareness.
Finding resilience after trauma
For Mental Health Awareness Month, CBS News producer Adam Zeelens writes about finding resilience after trauma.
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North Korea calls U.S. "gangster-like," vows another satellite launch
Kim Yo Jong, the sister of Kim Jong Un, accused the U.S. of hypocrisy and "gangster-like logic," vowing another military spy satellite launch in the near future.
$1M reward offered in 50-year-old case of missing Australian boy
Jimmy Taylor was 12 years old when he disappeared in August 1974. He was last seen at a store near his home in western Australia.
"Narco sub" seized as crew tries in vain to sink 5,300 pounds of cocaine
Officials said the crew tried to open valves and sink the vessel along with its drug-laden cargo. It didn't work.
Plan to dump Fukushima nuclear plant water into sea faces local opposition
The plan has alarmed the public and outraged fishermen — even as the international energy agency looks inclined to back it.
13 family members die after reportedly eating toxic porridge
The victims ranged in age from 2 to 33, the health ministry said.
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Kim Cattrall set to reprise role in "Sex and the City" spinoff
Cattrall starred in six seasons and two movie spinoffs of "Sex and the City."
Dolly Parton holds 3 new Guinness World Records
Country legend Dolly Parton has been awarded three new Guinness World Records for her musical achievements, including the record for the longest span of No.1 hits for a female artist on the U.S. Top Country Albums chart, at more than 43 years.
Dolly Parton earns new Guinness World Records for musical achievements
Parton set the record for the longest span of No. 1 hits on the US Top Country Albums chart for a female artist.
Fake heiress Anna "Delvey" Sorokin to launch podcast
Convicted con artist said the new podcast will give listeners a chance "to meet the real me."
Tupac Shakur to be honored with star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Shakur's sister, Sekyiwa "Set" Shakur, will accept the honor on the artist's behalf on June 7 on Hollywood Boulevard.
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Why Nvidia's chips are so important for AI
Nvidia's market cap fell to around $936 billion on Wednesday after a stock surge triggered by the artificial intelligence boom briefly pushed it to over $1 trillion. Forbes senior writer Richard Nieva joins CBS News to discuss market affection for AI.
Experts warn AI could pose threat to humanity
In an open letter from the Center for AI Safety, more than 300 people agreed mitigating the potential risks of artificial intelligence should be a global priority. The warning comes as AI chipmaker Nvidia rises to the trillion-dollar valuation mark this week. Asa Fitch, a Wall Street Journal reporter covering semiconductor companies, joins CBS News to discuss.
Industry leaders warn of AI risks
Dozens of industry leaders, including the CEO of ChatGPT creator OpenAI, are warning about the potential risks of artificial intelligence. They said it should be a "global priority" to mitigate the risks of extinction brought about by AI.
Elizabeth Holmes begins 11-year prison sentence
Disgraced Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes reported to prison Tuesday to begin her 11-year sentence. Holmes will begin serving her sentence for defrauding investors in a Texas federal prison. Janet Shamlian reports.
Nvidia reaches $1 trillion market value
The company said it is boosting production of the chips, which are used in products like ChatGPT.
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Hurricanes and climate change: What's the connection?
Science tells us there's a connection between hurricanes and climate change. But how strong is it? And what can we expect for the future?
Unorthodox crops could be the future of food
Some scientists believe America's breadbasket could soon be at risk of potentially emptying, and they're warning a relentless drought is harming the nation's wheat crops. Science journalist Jenny Morber, who reports on climate resiliency and food, joined CBS News to discuss how researchers are trying to solve the problem.
Supreme Court weakens EPA power over wetlands
The Supreme Court has again weakened the power of the Environmental Protection Agency. This time it involves wetlands. Jess Bravin, Supreme Court correspondent for the Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News to break down the court's latest ruling and its implications for the environment.
Italy leads revolt against Europe's electric vehicle transition
PM Giorgia Meloni's far-right government tried and failed to block EU plans to ban all new fossil fuel-powered cars by 2035, but it's not giving up the fight entirely.
3 states reach deal on Colorado River water
Three of the seven Colorado River states - California, Arizona and Nevada - have agreed to cut their water usage by 3 million acre-feet by 2026. Some 40 million people and more than two dozen Native American tribes depend on the Colorado River. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy breaks down the details of the historic deal.
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Man pleads guilty to disturbing baby bison that had to be euthanized
While park officials said there was no indication that the man acted maliciously, his actions led to the baby bison's death.
New details in South Carolina teen's shooting
A South Carolina store who allegedly fatally shot a 14-year-old boy who was wrongly accused of shoplifting was involved in a previous shooting in 2018 for which he was not criminally charged. Nicole Sganga has more.
Special counsel obtains Trump audio in docs probe
Jack Smith, the Justice Department's special counsel investigating whether former President Donald Trump mishandled classified documents after leaving office, has obtained audio from 2021 in which Trump seemingly acknowledged he held onto a classified Pentagon document after leaving the White House, sources told CBS News. Catherine Herridge has more.
Three women escaped from the prison housing Elizabeth Holmes in 2017
The women that escaped were serving time for drug charges, according to court documents.
Jury finds actor Danny Masterson guilty of 2 counts of rape
The jury of seven women and five men spent more than six days deliberating.
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What NASA's UFO hearing revealed
NASA on Wednesday held its first public meeting looking into UFOs -- known now as UAPs, or unidentified anomalous phenomena. A panel of experts came together to try and explain the mysterious sightings. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood explains what investigators have discovered so far.
Webb telescope detects 6,000-mile plume blasting from Saturn's moon
Scientists say the plume may feed Saturn's water system at large, and studying it could provide key insights into potential life beyond Earth.
NASA UFO group stresses need for better data in first public meeting
The 16-member independent study group is set to release a report detailing the findings of its investigation later this summer.
Commercial astronauts return to Earth after nine-day space station visit
It was the second commercial visit to the International Space Station by a crew from Houston-based Axiom Space, which is planning a station of its own.
Commercial crew wraps up flight to space station
The Ax-2 flight was the second "private astronaut mission" chartered by Houston-based Axiom Space and sanctioned by NASA.
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Summer music heats up 2023
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.
N.J. woman survives a home invasion, brutal stabbing by a young stranger
Despite losing three quarters of the blood in her body, Donna Ongsiako was able to help police find the person who almost took her life.
Notable Deaths in 2023
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
How investigators solved murder of missing Florida woman
Vero Beach Police investigators focused on cellphone tower pings and surveillance footage cameras to catch a man who murdered his former girlfriend.
Lamar Johnson's 28-year fight for freedom
Lamar Johnson was convicted of Markus Boyd's murder in 1995. He always insisted he was innocent, but it would take almost three decades for a court to agree.
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Sneak peek: The Case of the Poison Cheesecake
Viktoria Nasyrova is accused of using cheesecake as a murder weapon. Her motive was to steal the identity of Olga, who looks a lot like her. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports, Saturday, June 3 at 10/9c on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.
House passes debt ceiling deal
The House of Representatives voted Wednesday night to pass a bill that will suspend the debt limit and avoid a catastrophic default. It now heads to the Senate. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports from Capitol Hill.
What NASA's UFO hearing revealed
NASA on Wednesday held its first public meeting looking into UFOs -- known now as UAPs, or unidentified anomalous phenomena. A panel of experts came together to try and explain the mysterious sightings. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood explains what investigators have discovered so far.
Job market remains strong, labor data shows
The Labor Department released data Wednesday that shows there are almost two job openings for every person who has quit or been laid off. Martin Baccardax, senior editor and chief markets correspondent for TheStreet, joins CBS News to break down the latest job numbers.
Why Nvidia's chips are so important for AI
Nvidia's market cap fell to around $936 billion on Wednesday after a stock surge triggered by the artificial intelligence boom briefly pushed it to over $1 trillion. Forbes senior writer Richard Nieva joins CBS News to discuss market affection for AI.