Supreme Court grants stay of execution for Texas man seeking DNA testing
The Supreme Court granted a stay of execution for Ruben Gutierrez on Tuesday, 20 minutes before he was scheduled to face a lethal injection.
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Progressives look to Supreme Court to motivate voters in 2024 race
Progressives groups are launching campaigns to try to make the Supreme Court a galvanizing issue for voters in November.
4 big takeaways from this historic SCOTUS term
The Supreme Court just had one of its most consequential terms in decades, resulting in a flurry of blockbuster decisions with the potential to transform America's system of government and Americans' everyday lives. Here are 4 major takeaways from what Victoria Nourse, a Georgetown law professor, referred to as a "tsunami term."
Women voters on role of abortion in 2024 race
November 2024 will mark the first presidential election since the Supreme Court overturned the landmark abortion case Roe v. Wade. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto spoke with Brooke Westlake, an entrepreneur in Reno, Nevada, and Hyun-Ju Kwak, an investor in northern New Jersey, about how reproductive rights are factoring into their vote.
Takeaways from historic Supreme Court term
The Supreme Court handles the tough cases, so every term is notable, but this one in particular reshaped vast parts of the American system of government and touched some of the most sensitive cultural issues of our time. New York Times reporter Adam Liptak joins to break down some of the key decisions.
7/2: America Decides
White House defends Biden after debate performance; First lady Jill Biden courts Latino voters
Analyzing impact of Trump immunity decision
It's been a day since the Supreme Court ruled that former President Donald Trump has immunity from criminal prosecution for official acts taken in office but that he is not protected from prosecution for unofficial acts. CBS News legal analyst Jessica Levinson joins to unpack the decision.
Judge postpones Trump "hush money" sentencing
The judge who presided over former President Donald Trump's criminal "hush money" trial in New York has postponed his sentencing. Judge Juan Merchan approved the delay after Trump's lawyers asked for more time to review the potential impact of the Supreme Court's immunity decision. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa has more.
Fallout from the Supreme Court immunity decision
Former President Trump is appealing his conviction in New York following the Supreme Court's ruling that presidents have immunity for official acts. Jan Crawford examines whether that will affect the conviction and how it will impact the remaining cases the former president faces.
White House defends Biden after debate
President Biden promoted his administration's climate actions in Washington, D.C., Tuesday as the storm swirls over concerns about his age and acuity. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane and Fin Gómez have the latest.
Harris says "Joe Biden is our nominee" after calls for him to step aside
"Look, Joe Biden is our nominee," Vice President Kamala Harris told CBS News exclusively. "We beat Trump once, and we're going to beat him again, period."
Harris reacts to debate, Trump immunity ruling
Vice President Kamala Harris is under increased scrutiny as some Democrats express concerns about President Biden's ability to serve following his debate performance. CBS News campaign reporter Nidia Cavazos asked Harris for her reaction following a fundraiser in San Francisco.
Trump seeks to overturn criminal conviction, citing Supreme Court decision
Former President Donald Trump is trying to overturn his recent felony conviction in the New York "hush money" criminal case.
Federal judge blocks Mississippi law requiring age verification for websites
Tech industry group that includes Google and Meta, sued Mississippi, arguing law would unconstitutionally limit access to online speech for minors, adults.
Biden condemns Supreme Court's ruling on Trump immunity case
The Supreme Court's landmark decision ruled that Trump is immune from prosecution for official acts he took while in office.
Biden reacts to Trump immunity ruling
President Biden spoke at the White House on Monday night after the Supreme Court ruled Donald Trump is immune from criminal prosecution for official acts he took as president. Biden called it a dangerous ruling and said the power of the law no longer constrains the power of the office. Weijia Jiang, Scott MacFarlane and David Becker join with analysis.
Supreme Court says Trump has some immunity
The Supreme Court delivered a win to Donald Trump on Monday, ruling that the former president has immunity from prosecution for official actions taken in office. The case revolves around charges Trump faces that he tried to overturn his 2020 election loss. Katrina Kaufman and Jessica Levinson have the latest.
Supreme Court rules on presidential immunity
The Supreme Court on Monday ruled that former President Donald Trump is entitled to immunity from federal prosecution for official actions he took while in office. Jan Crawford reports on the landmark decision and Bob Costa has more on reaction from the Trump campaign.
Sotomayor warns of Trump immunity precedent
In former President Donald Trump's immunity claim, three Supreme Court justices issued a blistering dissent Monday, penned by Justice Sonia Sotomayor. Thomas Dupree, former U.S. deputy assistant attorney general, joins "America Decides" with analysis. Then, Shelby Talcott, politics reporter for Semafor, and Brakkton Booker, national political correspondent for Politico, join with more.
Examining fallout from Trump immunity ruling
A landmark ruling from the Supreme Court on Monday says a president has "absolute immunity" from prosecution when it comes to official acts. The interpretation of what constitutes an official act is still up for debate. CBS News' Jan Crawford and Scott MacFarlane join "America Decides" to discuss.
Crawford: "Zero chance" SCOTUS rules Trump has immunity
With the Supreme Court set to rule on presidential immunity, CBS News legal correspondent Jan Crawford says that she foresees "zero chance that they're going to embrace Donald Trump's argument that he has absolutely immunity." CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett adds that depending on the outcome of the Supreme Court decision, special counsel Jack Smith will have to decide if he will try the former president ahead of the November election, which could be "the most consequential prosecutorial decision in the history of the country."
The ethical quandary facing the Supreme Court (and America)
Polls show Americans' trust in the Supreme Court has never been lower, especially in light of ethical lapses that lead observers to question the impartiality of the justices.
Can Americans' trust in the Supreme Court be restored?
Polls show Americans' trust in the Supreme Court has never been lower, especially in light of ethical lapses that lead observers to question the impartiality of justices. Correspondent David Pogue talks with experts who explain why initiatives at the nation's highest court -- from a code of ethics to term limits to the nuclear option of impeachment -- are unlikely to restore respect and trust in SCOTUS any time soon.
California's mixed response to Supreme Court ruling
While leaders in San Francisco praised the Supreme Court's ruling giving cities nationwide the power to clear homeless encampments, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass called the decision a "disappointment." Adam Yamaguchi has more.
Supreme Court limits law used in Jan. 6 cases
The Supreme Court issued a consequential decision on Friday that could affect the prosecutions of more than 300 Jan. 6 cases, as well as the special counsel's case against former President Donald Trump. The justices said prosecutors went too far by using an obstruction charge against those who breached the Capitol on that fateful day. Jan Crawford reports on the far-reaching implications.
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3 killed in shooting at Islamic Center of San Diego, police say; 2 suspects dead
Three people were killed in a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego, and two suspected shooters were found dead inside a vehicle nearby, police said.
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Trump calls off attack on Iran amid "serious negotiations" toward peace deal
President Trump had warned Sunday that "the Clock is Ticking" for Iran to accept a peace agreement.
The story of the 1996 shootdown that could lead to Raúl Castro's indictment
Thirty years ago, a Cuban fighter jet shot down two civilian planes operated by Florida-based exile group Brothers to the Rescue, an incident that inflamed U.S.-Cuba relations.
Massie defiant as Trump seeks to oust him in primary: "I'm going to win"
Massie said the president is worried about his preferred candidate Ed Gallrein's chances in the Kentucky race.
Trump settles IRS lawsuit, sets up $1.7B fund for claims of "weaponization"
President Trump had accused the Treasury Department and IRS of unlawfully allowing a government contractor to leak his tax returns and those of his sons and company.
American doctor working in Congo tests positive for Ebola
An American medical missionary in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has a confirmed case of Ebola, and is being taken to Germany for treatment.
Supreme Court tells lower courts to take new look at 2 voting rights cases
At issue in the cases was who can bring lawsuits in federal court to address potential violations of Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act.
Divers find bodies of 4 tourists in Maldives sea cave
Italy's Foreign Ministry said Monday rescuers have located the bodies of four Italian divers who were believed to be deep inside an underwater cave in a Maldive atoll.
Iran more than doubled executions in 2025, global death penalty hit 44-year high
Iran executed more than twice as many people last year as it did in 2024, according to a new report by Amnesty International.
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LIRR strike to end as MTA, unions reach tentative agreement, Hochul says
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said the MTA and LIRR unions reached "a fair deal" to end the strike after three days.
Florida mother turns to digital couponing as grocery bill soars
With inflation hitting its highest point since 2023, Kiana Powell told CBS News, "I cannot let a deal go to waste if it's something that I am using daily."
New York Times sues Pentagon a second time over press access policy
The New York Times sued the Defense Department Monday for the second time in recent months over media access.
Massie defiant as Trump seeks to oust him in primary: "I'm going to win"
Massie said the president is worried about his preferred candidate Ed Gallrein's chances in the Kentucky race.
Who could benefit from Trump's $1.7+ billion "anti-weaponization" fund?
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced the creation of the fund as part of the settlement of President Trump's lawsuit against the IRS over the leaking of his tax returns.
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Florida mother turns to digital couponing as grocery bill soars
With inflation hitting its highest point since 2023, Kiana Powell told CBS News, "I cannot let a deal go to waste if it's something that I am using daily."
Pay for American workers is lagging inflation — again
U.S. wage growth is lagging inflation for the first time since 2023, eroding consumers' purchasing power.
Jury unanimously dismisses Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI
California jury dismissed all charges, finding that Musk missed the three-year statute of limitations to file suit.
NextEra Energy to acquire Dominion in a $67 billion utility deal
The combined company will serve about 10 million utility customers across Florida, Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina.
Is the answer to the housing crunch right in your own backyard?
Accessory Dwelling Units, or ADUs, are small, fully-functional secondary homes located on the same property as a main home, usually in the backyard, filling a vital need where housing has proved scant or expensive.
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New York Times sues Pentagon a second time over press access policy
The New York Times sued the Defense Department Monday for the second time in recent months over media access.
Massie defiant as Trump seeks to oust him in primary: "I'm going to win"
Massie said the president is worried about his preferred candidate Ed Gallrein's chances in the Kentucky race.
Who could benefit from Trump's $1.7+ billion "anti-weaponization" fund?
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced the creation of the fund as part of the settlement of President Trump's lawsuit against the IRS over the leaking of his tax returns.
The story of the 1996 shootdown that could lead to Raúl Castro's indictment
Thirty years ago, a Cuban fighter jet shot down two civilian planes operated by Florida-based exile group Brothers to the Rescue, an incident that inflamed U.S.-Cuba relations.
Trump says he's called off plans for a "scheduled attack of Iran"
President Trump said he received a request from the leaders of Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
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Latest on American who contracted Ebola
A missionary doctor who was serving in Congo will receive treatment in Germany after testing positive for Ebola. Skyler Henry has the latest.
American doctor working in Congo tests positive for Ebola
An American medical missionary in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has a confirmed case of Ebola, and is being taken to Germany for treatment.
Ebola strain in latest outbreak has no vaccine, no treatment
The virus behind the latest Ebola outbreak is the Bundibugyo virus, which is less common and there is no vaccine or treatment.
U.S. announces Ebola-related travel restrictions amid outbreak in Congo, Uganda
The Trump administration announced it's restricting people who don't have U.S. passports from entering the country if they have been in Congo, South Sudan or Uganda amid the Ebola outbreak.
Inside the "troubled teen" industry, when help sometimes does more harm
A CBS News investigation into youth residential treatment programs finds allegations of abuse, a lack of federal oversight, and families left to navigate a multibillion-dollar industry largely on their own.
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Iran more than doubled executions in 2025, global death penalty hit 44-year high
Iran executed more than twice as many people last year as it did in 2024, according to a new report by Amnesty International.
The story of the 1996 shootdown that could lead to Raúl Castro's indictment
Thirty years ago, a Cuban fighter jet shot down two civilian planes operated by Florida-based exile group Brothers to the Rescue, an incident that inflamed U.S.-Cuba relations.
Trump says he's called off plans for a "scheduled attack of Iran"
President Trump said he received a request from the leaders of Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
Gunman kills 6, wounds 8 in latest shooting rampage in Turkey
A man armed with a rifle carried out a string of attacks, killing at least six people and wounding eight others, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said.
American doctor working in Congo tests positive for Ebola
An American medical missionary in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has a confirmed case of Ebola, and is being taken to Germany for treatment.
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2-time "Survivor" contestant on 50th season
Rob Cesternino, a 2-time "Survivor" castaway, talks about the upcoming "Survivor 50" finale, who he think will make the final three and who is his favorite to win the game.
Hayden Panettiere opens up in new memoir
Golden Globe-nominated actor Hayden Panettiere shares her story and opens up about life in the spotlight as a young actor, postpartum depression and her healing journey.
5/17: Sunday Morning "By Design"
Jane Pauley hosts our annual look at design. Featured: Tiny homes in your backyard; Louis Vuitton; Adobe house construction; Finland's Marimekko; domino art; Philadelphia food favorites; chandeliers; Longwood Gardens; rare maps; and director Jon Favreau of "The Mandalorian and Grogu."
"Call Her Daddy" podcast host Alex Cooper announces pregnancy
"Call Her Daddy" host Alex Cooper said on Instagram that she and husband Matt Kaplan are expecting their first child.
Director Jon Favreau on "The Mandalorian and Grogu"
Jon Favreau, creator of the "Star Wars" series "The Mandalorian," has now brought the father-son relationship of Pedro Pascal's bounty hunter and his charge "Baby Yoda" to the big screen.
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Musk says he'll appeal OpenAI lawsuit dismissal
A California jury on Monday unanimously dismissed Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI and Sam Altman. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent reports.
Jury unanimously dismisses Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI
California jury dismissed all charges, finding that Musk missed the three-year statute of limitations to file suit.
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.
Jury to start deliberations in OpenAI trial
A nine-person jury will begin deliberations Monday in Elon Musk's $150 billion civil lawsuit against OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. Rachel Metz, artificial intelligence reporter for Bloomberg, joins with more.
An adobe renaissance
For thousands of years, civilizations around the world have built houses out of earth – whether it be mud brick, wattle and dab or rammed earth. But adobe (the practice of making mudbricks) has now become today's "it" building material, from museums around the world designed using adobe, to do-it-yourselfers constructing homes from the very dirt beneath their feet. Correspondent Conor Knighton looks at the history of adobe, and how ancient adobe materials are being merged with 3-D printing techniques.
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El Niño could bring "double whammy" of high tide flooding, NOAA warns
The upcoming El Niño could trigger frequent and widespread flooding in coastal areas around the United States, even when storms aren't actively taking place, scientists warn.
New dinosaur weighing as much as 9 elephants identified by scientists
The long-necked herbivore is the largest ever found in Southeast Asia, researchers said.
How a growing El Niño will affect 2026 hurricane season in Atlantic, Pacific
The last time an El Niño pattern occurred was in 2023, when the Eastern Pacific hurricane season produced 20 tropical systems.
NASA spacecraft to fly past Mars on voyage to rare metal asteroid
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
Emperor penguins in focus as Antarctica talks start in Japan
Greater protections for endangered emperor penguins and how to manage growing tourism are topping the agenda at talks on Antarctica in Japan.
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Ruling on evidence in Luigi Mangione case
A judge on Monday ruled a 9 millimeter gun, a silencer and a red notebook allegedly found in the search of Luigi Mangione's possessions can be used as evidence in his state trial for the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in September. Lilia Luciano has more.
Latest on Islamic Center of San Diego shooting
Police say three adults were killed when two shooters opened fire Monday at the Islamic Center of San Diego. Jonathan Vigliotti has more.
Officials: No children hurt in mosque shooting
At least three adults were killed when a pair of gunmen opened fire at the Islamic Center of San Diego on Monday. The two teenage suspects were found dead inside a nearby car, officials say. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the latest.
Police probing mosque shooting as a hate crime
At least three victims, and two suspected shooters, are dead in Monday's shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego, police say. CBS News' Samantha Vinograd and Anna Schecter have the latest.
San Diego mosque shooting | Special Report
Three adults and two suspects are dead after a shooting on Monday at the Islamic Center of San Diego. "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil leads a special report.
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SpaceX launches cargo ship to International Space Station
The International Space Station-bound SpaceX Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of needed equipment, research gear and crew supplies.
NASA maps show Earth's brightest and darkest regions at night
Researchers expected to find "a gradual increase in artificial light at night," but instead saw "much more nuanced patterns," NASA said.
NASA spacecraft to fly past Mars on voyage to rare metal asteroid
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
UFO files reveal astronauts saw mysterious objects and lights in 1972
NASA's Apollo 17 crew reported seeing three mysterious dots and sparks that resembled fireworks, according to new files released by the Pentagon.
Pentagon begins releasing UFO files: "It's time the American people see"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
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Notable Deaths in 2026
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 Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Eric Church's viral commencement speech
Country singer Eric Church delivered a powerful speech to new graduates of UNC Chapel Hill. Tony Dokoupil has the story.
Ruling on evidence in Luigi Mangione case
A judge on Monday ruled a 9 millimeter gun, a silencer and a red notebook allegedly found in the search of Luigi Mangione's possessions can be used as evidence in his state trial for the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in September. Lilia Luciano has more.
Mom works to stretch budget amid rising prices
Each trip to the grocery store is becoming more expensive for Florida mother Kiana Powell. Cristian Benavides reports on how she's trying to stretch her budget.
Hegseth campaigns against Massie in Kentucky
Pete Hegseth hit the campaign trail Monday, an unusual move for a defense secretary, stumping in Kentucky for Ed Gallrein, a Trump-backed challenger to Republican congressman and frequent Trump critic Thomas Massie. Ed O'Keefe has more.
Latest on American who contracted Ebola
A missionary doctor who was serving in Congo will receive treatment in Germany after testing positive for Ebola. Skyler Henry has the latest.