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A 31-year-old Georgia woman has charged with murder by police who say she took pills to induce an abortion.
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A 31-year-old Georgia woman has charged with murder by police who say she took pills to induce an abortion.
Over the past six years, tens of thousands of mothers have been referred to law enforcement for alleged drug use during pregnancy. But in many cases, those allegations were based on flawed drug tests. CBS News partnered with The Marshall Project to report on this story. Shoshana Walter and Jill Castellano from The Marshall Project join "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Cassandra King was thrilled to be pregnant after years of fertility struggles and multiple miscarriages. Then a sudden cardiac event threatened everything.
"It's as definitive as we're going to get," CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder said of the new research, which found no connection between Tylenol and autism or ADHD.
Despite fears raised by public health officials in the Trump administration, a new study finds that taking Tylenol as recommended during pregnancy does not increase the risk of autism, ADHD or any other intellectual disabilities in babies. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder has more.
Seana Tarasewich and Brayden Jamault told their families Seana was pregnant but did not tell anyone when she went into labor. On our Uplift at 8, we see the couple introduce Brayden's parents to baby Axton for the first time, which was the ultimate surprise.
Karoline Leavitt and her husband, Nicholas Riccio, welcomed their first child, also named Nicholas, in July 2024.
Suze Lopez, a 41-year-old nurse who lives in Bakersfield, California, didn't know she was pregnant with her second child until days before giving birth.
There's a growing recognition of a gap in the family leave laws of many states for those that suffer pregnancy loss. As Nikki Battiste reports, some lawmakers and advocates are pushing for more protections for grieving families.
A genetic mutation that carries a 90% cancer risk has been passed on by an unwitting sperm donor to dozens of children, a Europe-wide investigation has revealed.
Authorities charged a woman and her husband with murder Tuesday in the death of her pregnant biological daughter, whose body was found in a Michigan forest three weeks after she disappeared.
Frozen donated embryo transfers in the U.S. nearly quadrupled from 2004 to 2019, according to a study published in the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
In July, Clare Kilcullen gave birth to her daughter, Marlowe, thanks to a frozen embryo donated by a couple from Canada. As Jo Ling Kent reports, it's part of a growing movement to maintain a connection between donors of frozen embryos and their recipients.
Two weeks before she was scheduled to give birth, Mercedes Wells fought back tears as staff at Franciscan Health in Crown Point, Indiana, wheeled her out of the hospital. Her contractions were only one minute apart when a nurse told her she was being discharged. Elaine Quijano reports.
Doctors often use fetal monitors to determine if there are any abnormalities in unborn babies. If there are, they may call for an emergency cesarean, or C-section. But a New York Times report finds that these monitors don't accurately predict whether a baby is in distress, which could lead to unnecessary surgeries that put mothers at risk. Sarah Kliff, an investigative health care reporter for the New York Times, joined "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Researchers at the Columbia University Fertility Center have reported the first successful pregnancy using a new artificial intelligence method they developed to help with male infertility. Dr. Zev Williams, director of the Columbia University Fertility Center, joins CBS News to explain how it works.
While an Ohio couple was surprised by their fertility issues, doctors say the condition is more common than most think and it's time to "break that stigma."
Jennifer Choate's pregnancy turned into an unimaginable fight to survive after a rare complication stopped her heart.
The last Planned Parenthood clinic remaining in Louisiana closed its doors on Tuesday. CBS News national reporter Kati Weis has the details.
Health experts and some Republican lawmakers are criticizing the Trump administration's announcement that Tylenol used during pregnancy could contribute to autism. Dr. Mehmet Oz, administrator for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Doctors worry President Trump's message of "tough it out" will harm women and their babies, as high fever and severe pain can be dangerous during pregnancy.
President Trump on Monday suggested a possible link between the use of acetaminophen during pregnancy and an increased risk of autism in children. Dr. Ann Bauer, co-author of a study that examined acetaminophen use during pregnancy, explains why more research is needed. Then, Dr. Veronica Gillispie-Bell, a board-certified OBGYN, joins to unpack the news.
President Trump made a major health announcement on Monday, claiming the use of Tylenol during pregnancy may be linked to autism. Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider, a board-certified internal medicine physician, joins CBS News with her reaction.
The Wall Street Journal is reporting that Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Department of Health and Human Services will release a report soon suggesting that pregnant women's use of Tylenol might be linked to autism. Dr. Franziska Haydanek, an obstetrician and gynecologist, joins "The Takeout" to discuss what the research says.
A jury has ruled in favor of Cardi B in a lawsuit where a security guard accused her of assault during the rapper's first pregnancy.
The Senate agreed early Friday to fund most of the Department of Homeland Security in an effort to end a standoff in Congress that led to massive lines at many airports.
As Trump again postpones his ultimatum to Iran and claims talks are "going very well," Tehran says he's lying and blocks 3 ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
In a rare interview, Michael Jordan discusses settling his antitrust fight with NASCAR, his passion for racing and more.
A judge has blocked the Trump administration from labeling Anthropic a supply chain risk and cutting off all federal work with the artificial intelligence firm, an early win for Anthropic in its bitter feud with the government.
President Trump said he will sign an executive order to restart pay for TSA officers, who have gone more than a month without a full paycheck.
The FBI executed a search warrant last month at a Fulton County elections office, seeking to take "all physical ballots" from the 2020 vote as well as tapes from vote-tabulating machines, ballot images and voter rolls.
The Treasury Department plans to add President Trump's signature to new U.S. paper currency, a first for a sitting president.
United Airlines said the pilots saw the helicopter, received a traffic alert and leveled the aircraft.
A helicopter crashed Thursday afternoon on a remote beach on the Hawaiian island of Kauai, killing three people and injuring two, authorities said.
In a rare interview, Michael Jordan discusses settling his antitrust fight with NASCAR, his passion for racing and more.
A helicopter crashed Thursday afternoon on a remote beach on the Hawaiian island of Kauai, killing three people and injuring two, authorities said.
A search is underway for an American Airlines flight attendant whose disappearance while on a layover in Medellín, Colombia, has left his loved ones desperate for answers.
President Trump said he will sign an executive order to restart pay for TSA officers, who have gone more than a month without a full paycheck.
The Treasury Department plans to add President Trump's signature to new U.S. paper currency, a first for a sitting president.
A judge has blocked the Trump administration from labeling Anthropic a supply chain risk and cutting off all federal work with the artificial intelligence firm, an early win for Anthropic in its bitter feud with the government.
Experts say the rulings could expose tech companies to more litigation and pressure them to make changes to their apps.
As oil prices surge, some experts are urging consumers to take energy-conserving steps like working from home or driving less.
Sen. Elizabeth Warren's bill would raise taxes on households worth more than $50 million and on billionaires.
The U.S. Postal Service is raising some postage prices to help offset the federal agency's rising transportation costs as fuel prices surge.
The FBI executed a search warrant last month at a Fulton County elections office, seeking to take "all physical ballots" from the 2020 vote as well as tapes from vote-tabulating machines, ballot images and voter rolls.
A judge has blocked the Trump administration from labeling Anthropic a supply chain risk and cutting off all federal work with the artificial intelligence firm, an early win for Anthropic in its bitter feud with the government.
President Trump said he will sign an executive order to restart pay for TSA officers, who have gone more than a month without a full paycheck.
The Treasury Department plans to add President Trump's signature to new U.S. paper currency, a first for a sitting president.
As AI use rises, many see it decreasing the number of jobs available.
Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits online.
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, head of the National Institutes of Health and interim leader of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, told staff a permanent CDC director could be nominated soon. "I know that it has been such a difficult year," he said.
Federal health officials posted a warning about misleading statements by biotech billionaire Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong about his company's bladder cancer drug Anktiva.
Doctors fear that skepticism, fueled by anti-science sentiment and mistrust, is extending beyond vaccines to other proven, routine care.
Transit Officer Paul DeGeorge thought his son was lying on him. Then he realized something much scarier was happening.
As Trump again postpones his ultimatum to Iran and claims talks are "going very well," Tehran says he's lying and blocks 3 ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
Police said they found two bodies a day after stopping Cedric Prizzon in a car with his two children.
Since last week, activists from several countries have left Mexican ports on vessels loaded with food and other supplies for Cuba, which faces a humanitarian crisis in the face of a U.S.-imposed fuel embargo.
A search is underway for an American Airlines flight attendant whose disappearance while on a layover in Medellín, Colombia, has left his loved ones desperate for answers.
Marine biologists found detectable levels of caffeine, cocaine and the over-the-counter painkillers in the blood of 28 sharks.
Camila Morrone, who stars in the series "Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen," speaks to "CBS Mornings" about the show, what intimidated her about the horror genre, and working with the Duffer brothers.
(Spoilers ahead) "CBS Mornings" reveals shocking details about the latest "Survivor" elimination ceremony.
Oscar-winning filmmaker Peter Jackson announced on Wednesday that "The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert will co-write the next "Lord of the Rings" movie. "The Late Show" airs its final episode in May.
Major League Baseball's "robot umpire" made its debut in the season-opening New Yankees-San Francisco Giants game in Oracle Park.
A newly released video shows the police interactions with Taylor Frankie Paul in 2023 that led to charges, including domestic violence in the presence of a child. CBS News Shanelle Kaul has the latest.
A mother and daughter in Kentucky have turned down a $26 million offer for their land. The offer came from an unnamed tech company wanting to build a data center. CBS News' Jared Ochacher spoke with the family.
As AI use rises, many see it decreasing the number of jobs available.
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.
New research from the Society of Human Resource Management shows which regions and jobs are most at risk from artificial intelligence. Johnny Taylor, president and CEO of SHRM, joins CBS News to discuss the findings.
Experts say the rulings could expose tech companies to more litigation and pressure them to make changes to their apps.
Marine biologists found detectable levels of caffeine, cocaine and the over-the-counter painkillers in the blood of 28 sharks.
Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits online.
The staff at a Florida sea turtle hospital is monitoring some animals they've rehabilitated from space -- especially amputees, such as one they named Amelie, who's back at sea.
The seed reveals that people in France have been cultivating the popular variety of grape since at least the 1400s, scientists say.
Researchers in Cambodia surveyed dozens of previously unexplored caves and found several species never seen before, including a pit viper that is still being studied.
Police said they found two bodies a day after stopping Cedric Prizzon in a car with his two children.
The nation's largest police department, the NYPD, has launched a new unit designed to revolutionize how it approaches survivors of gender-based violence. CBS News got an exclusive first look inside the policy and training facility. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
The trial of a Hawaii doctor accused of attempting to murder his wife while on a hiking trail is underway. CBS News chief correspondent Matt Gutman breaks down footage of the alleged incident that the jury watched on Wednesday. Then, CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
Former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro appeared at a New York courthouse on Thursday for a hearing in his drug trafficking case. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has the details.
MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, Florida, is home to U.S. Central Command, U.S. Special Operations Command and the Air Force's Air Mobility Command.
As the number of people with cameras on their dashboards and doorbells has grown, so have reports of such sightings.
In an on-going overhaul of NASA's Artemis program, agency officials say it will take seven years to build a sophisticated base on the moon.
NASA's Artemis II rocket is back on the launch pad after repairs inside the massive Vehicle Assembly Building at the Kennedy Space Center. Early next month, NASA will try, for a second time, to send a crew of four on a flyby of the moon. Mark Strassmann has more.
A possible meteorite crashed into a Houston area house on Saturday night, tearing through the roof and two stories of the home, officials said.
Retired NASA astronaut and Air Force Col. Eileen Collins joins "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss her groundbreaking journey to become the first woman to pilot the Space Shuttle and the first to command a Space Shuttle mission.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
In December, Michael Jordan and 23XI Racing reached a settlement that could reshape the future of NASCAR. He opens up about what the settlement means in a rare interview with Gayle King. Watch more of the interview this weekend on "CBS Sunday Morning."
Eric Fernado Gutierrez Molina, an American Airlines flight attendant, went missing March 21, in Medellín, Colombia. His partner and his best friend spoke with CBS News correspondent Cristian Benavides about the disappearance.
Nicolás Maduro, the deposed Venezuelan leader, and his wife both appeared in federal court in Manhattan nearly three months after American forces invaded his country and brought him to the U.S. to face narco-terrorism and drug trafficking charges. Lilia Luciano has details.
In her first interview since her mother Nancy's kidnapping, "Today" co-host Savannah Guthrie says she feared her fame made her mom a target. Jonathan Vigliotti has more.
The U.S. will extend its pause on strikes on Iranian energy plants by roughly an additional 10 days, at the request of the Iranian government, President Trump announced. Ed O'Keefe has the latest.