Texas court ruling allows investigations into parents of trans youth
The court did not rule on the merits of the investigations, only that lower courts in Texas overstepped by trying to block all cases
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Survey: Many LGBTQ youth considered suicide
According to a new survey from The Trevor Project, 45% of LGBTQ youth said they considered suicide in the last year, and the rate has increased for a third consecutive year. Amit Paley, the CEO and executive director of The Trevor Project, joins CBS News to discuss the findings.
Lawmaker doesn't want to share restroom with "huge" trans colleague
Republican state Rep. Cheryl Helmer on Tuesday stood firmly by her comments in an email to a graduate student.
2022 on pace to see record anti-transgender bills passed by states, says Human Rights Campaign
The group noted more than 300 legislative proposals nationwide reference the LGBTQ+ community, with roughly 140 targeting trans youth.
Transgender Disney heir rips Florida's "Don't Say Gay" bill
The 30-year-old biology teacher said states are trying to make often-difficult journeys for transgender people even harder.
Alabama law banning transgender medication challenged in two lawsuits
The law makes it a crime for doctors to treat trans youth under 19 with puberty blockers or hormones to help affirm their gender identity.
Alabama governor signs sweeping law banning trans youth health care
Under the new law, doctors face criminal penalties for providing puberty blockers or hormones for those under 19.
Alabama lawmakers pass transgender youth medication ban
The topic of transgender and LGBTQ identity has become one of the GOP's "wedge" issues aimed at securing votes because they are popular with the party's base.
South Carolina House passes bill banning transgender students from girls' sports
The bill, similar to ones passed in other states, would bar transgender students from playing girls' or women's sports in public schools in colleges.
Trans health care is a "matter of life or death," doctors say
Lawmakers are focused on the future of trans health care, but doctors say the proposed bills are hurting their patients now.
U.S. passports will include option for "X" gender marker starting April 11
The move intends to make federal documents more inclusive for transgender, intersex, nonbinary and gender-nonconforming people.
Arizona governor signs bills limiting abortion access and transgender rights
The signings come one day before Transgender Day of Visibility.
Meet Viktor: Elliot Page's "Umbrella Academy" character comes out
Season 3 of "The Umbrella Academy" is set to premiere on June 22.
Oklahoma governor signs transgender sports ban into law
The Save Women's Sports Act applies to both high schools and colleges in the state.
Diving into the debate over trans athletes
The success of UPenn swimmer Lia Thomas, a transgender woman, has reignited a fierce debate: do trans women have an unfair biological advantage in sports? And are competitive fairness and trans inclusivity mutually exclusive?
Making waves: The debate over trans athletes
University of Pennsylvania swimmer Lia Thomas, a transgender woman, has smashed Ivy League records in the pool since switching from the men's team to the women's. Her winning streak has reignited a fierce debate: do trans women have an unfair biological advantage in sports? And are competitive fairness and trans inclusivity mutually exclusive? With 22 states recently introducing bills that would ban trans women and girls from sports, correspondent Lee Cowan talks to advocates and experts on both sides of this contentious issue.
Utah legislature bans transgender athletes from girls sports after veto
Critics have called the bill an "attack" on transgender children.
Texas rejects thousands of mail-in ballots
Thousands of mail-in ballots were thrown out during Texas' primary elections earlier this month. The primaries were the first major contests since Republicans in the state passed a new election law that changed the identification information needed to vote. Jack Fink, a political reporter for CBS Dallas/Fort Worth, has more on the political news in Texas.
Judge blocks trans-youth parents' probes
A judge in Texas has temporarily blocked investigations of transgender children's parents. Governor Greg Abbott signed the controversial order last month. Omar Villafranca reports.
Texas judge temporarily blocks state from probing medical care for trans children
A Texas judge has temporarily blocked the state from investigating parents who get gender-affirming health care for their kids.
Families fear new anti-trans order in Texas
A judge in Texas has temporarily blocked the state from investigating parents who get gender-transitioning medical care for their children. So far, nine families are under investigation. Omar Villafranca reports.
Bill banning gender-affirming care for children passes Idaho House
The bill now moves to the state Senate.
Iowa governor signs bill banning trans girls from female sports teams
The legislation goes into effect immediately.
Texas temporarily banned from investigating family over gender-affirming care
The ruling comes in response to a lawsuit filed against Governor Greg Abbott over an order he enacted that treats gender-transitioning procedures as child abuse.
Lawsuit seeks to block Texas from investigating transgender care as child abuse
The suit argues Abbott's order violates the constitutional rights of transgender children and their families.
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Russia claims full control of Mariupol as Ukraine fighters send last messages
The wife of a marine said her husband had written her: "I don't know when I will get in touch with you and if I will at all."
Judge says CDC can't end the Title 42 border expulsions
Judge Robert Summerhays ruled the CDC did not properly end Title 42, which allows U.S. border officials to quickly expel migrants.
Archbishop of San Francisco says Pelosi can't receive communion
The archbishop said the House speaker failed to publicly repudiate her "advocacy for abortion 'rights.'"
Photo alleged to show Hunter Biden's laptop surfaces
Hunter Biden's legal and investigative team provided CBS News with what it said was the first public photo of his once missing laptop.
Stocks are nearly in a bear market. Here's what to know.
The S&P 500 is approaching a bear market for the first time in two years. Investors have "nowhere to hide," one analyst says.
Babies hospitalized as formula shortage grows more dire
Multiple children have been hospitalized due to the shortage.
Tornado wreaks havoc in northern Michigan community
The tornado inflicted major damage, including flipped vehicles and torn roofs.
Robby Mook says Clinton agreed to give Trump-Russia material to reporter
Mook also said she did so even though the campaign wasn't certain about the veracity of the allegations linking Trump to Russian Alfa Bank.
Cat reunited with owners 16 years after running away
A few weeks ago, a woman who had been feeding a stray cat brought it into the vet with a bad injury. It was about to be put down, but a microchip saved its life.
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Babies hospitalized as formula shortage grows more dire
Multiple children have been hospitalized due to the shortage.
Tornado wreaks havoc in northern Michigan community
The tornado inflicted major damage, including flipped vehicles and torn roofs.
Large swaths of the U.S. are at risk of blackouts this summer
Hotter weather and drought conditions are expected to drive up energy demand, potentially straining the nation's aging power grid.
Robby Mook says Clinton agreed to give Trump-Russia material to reporter
Mook also said she did so even though the campaign wasn't certain about the veracity of the allegations linking Trump to Russian Alfa Bank.
Stocks are nearly in a bear market. Here's what to know.
The S&P 500 is approaching a bear market for the first time in two years. Investors have "nowhere to hide," one analyst says.
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Large swaths of the U.S. are at risk of blackouts this summer
Hotter weather and drought conditions are expected to drive up energy demand, potentially straining the nation's aging power grid.
Barnes & Noble pressured to restrict sales of most banned book
Virginia lawmaker says retailer should obtain parental consent before selling two "obscene" books to minors.
Stocks are nearly in a bear market. Here's what to know.
The S&P 500 is approaching a bear market for the first time in two years. Investors have "nowhere to hide," one analyst says.
The next shock for homeowners: Surging property tax assessments
Some homeowners are facing "sticker shock" from stiffer property tax bills. Blame the pandemic real estate boom.
Elon Musk visits Brazil's Bolsonaro to discuss Amazon plans
Billionaire's Starlink satellite venture will provide internet service for rural schools and monitor the rainforest.
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This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 22, 2022
Former United States Secretary of Defense Robert Gates, Senator Rick Scott and more appear on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" this Sunday.
Robby Mook says Clinton agreed to give Trump-Russia material to reporter
Mook also said she did so even though the campaign wasn't certain about the veracity of the allegations linking Trump to Russian Alfa Bank.
Judge says CDC can't end the Title 42 border expulsions
Judge Robert Summerhays ruled the CDC did not properly end Title 42, which allows U.S. border officials to quickly expel migrants.
Photo alleged to show Hunter Biden's laptop surfaces
Hunter Biden's legal and investigative team provided CBS News with what it said was the first public photo of his once missing laptop.
Archbishop of San Francisco says Pelosi can't receive communion
The archbishop said the House speaker failed to publicly repudiate her "advocacy for abortion 'rights.'"
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New link between mental health and arthritis
Clinical health psychologist Dr. Natalie Datillo explains how patients can make connections to reduce pain and increase mobility.
Child hospitalizations rise due to formula shortage
More hospitals are reporting children needing treatment because they aren't getting enough nutrition due to the baby formula shortage. Jamie Yuccas has more.
Metabolic issues and the formula shortage
Meg Oliver spoke to a family whose 8-year-old daughter needs formula for most of her nutrition due to metabolic issues. They open up about how the baby formula shortage is impacting their family.
Oklahoma lawmakers pass anti-abortion law
Oklahoma's state legislature has passed an anti-abortion law that would be the most restrictive law in the nation. The legislation prohibits abortion at any point in pregnancy, except to save a woman's life or in cases of rape or incest reported to police. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford reports.
Nearly half of Americans live in areas where they should consider masking, CDC data says
The CDC published updated data Thursday on counties at "medium" and "high" levels of COVID-19.
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Last kid sheltering in Ukraine basement now draws monsters, misses his best friend
At just 8 years old, he's endured unimaginable horror. The sound of constant shelling has left him shell-shocked and traumatized.
Judge says CDC can't end the Title 42 border expulsions
Judge Robert Summerhays ruled the CDC did not properly end Title 42, which allows U.S. border officials to quickly expel migrants.
Russia claims full control of Mariupol as Ukraine fighters send last messages
The wife of a marine said her husband had written her: "I don't know when I will get in touch with you and if I will at all."
Kyoto, Japan's beautiful old imperial capital, is going broke fast
Before COVID hit, the ancient city's 17 world heritage sites and 2,000 temples and shrines drew 88 million tourists in in a single year. But it still can't pay the bills.
"Butcher of the Andes" victims laid to rest decades after massacre
The bodies were exhumed from a mass grave to be identified using DNA tests.
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Barnes & Noble pressured to restrict sales of most banned book
Virginia lawmaker says retailer should obtain parental consent before selling two "obscene" books to minors.
Central Park birder gets his own TV show
Christian Cooper, who was catapulted into the national spotlight after a racially charged incident in Central Park, now has a show on National Geographic.
Royals attend "Top Gun: Maverick" premiere
Thursday's London premiere of "Top Gun: Maverick" had a royal drop-in after Prince William and Duchess Kate joined Tom Cruise on the red carpet. Cruise invited the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge after finding out that Prince William is a fan of the film. (Disclaimer: "Top Gun: Maverick" is produced and distributed by Paramount Pictures, a division of Paramount Global, which also owns CBS News)
U.S. soccer has equal gender pay. Will other sports follow?
Pro basketball and tennis continues to pay American women athletes millions of dollars less than men.
Abortion, Russia among documentary topics of Human Rights Watch Film Festival
10 films, along with discussions featuring filmmakers and activists, will be presented May 20-26, both in-person in New York City and nationwide via streaming.
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Elon Musk visits Brazil's Bolsonaro to discuss Amazon plans
Billionaire's Starlink satellite venture will provide internet service for rural schools and monitor the rainforest.
Tech giants fight new Texas social media law
Big tech like Facebook, YouTube and Twitter are seeking to block a Texas law that prohibits social media platforms from banning users based on their political views. CBS news reporter Dan Patterson joins Nancy Chen and Tanya Rivero to discuss the legislation.
Mastercard wants to let you buy stuff with your face
Credit card giant to test biometric system aimed at streamlining the checkout process in stores.
Biden begins visit to Asia
President Joe Biden opened his trip to Asia on Friday with a focus on the U.S. tech sector, touring a Samsung computer chip plant in South Korea. During his six-day stay, Mr. Biden will also visit Japan. Nancy Cordes reports.
Boeing Starliner sets off after space station
An Atlas 5 rocket boosted a Boeing Starliner crew capsule into orbit Thursday for a make-or-break unpiloted test flight, the company's third attempt in over two years to reach the International Space Station.
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"Efficient predator": Invasive green crab found in new area
The Carcinus maenas — or "raving mad crab" — preys on juvenile clams, out-competes native crab species and wreaks havoc on marine ecosystems.
Major climate indicators set "alarming" records in 2021, U.N. says
The ocean is more acidic than it's been in 26,000 years and hotter than ever as greenhouse gases continue to flood the atmosphere. Here's what it could mean for the climate crisis.
Who will suffer the most as climate change fuels heat waves in India?
As scientists warn heat waves are 100 times more likely in the region, millions of workers can't afford to take a day off, even if the heat could kill them.
Prehistoric dolphin species discovered in landlocked Switzerland
Twenty million years ago, Switzerland's low-lying parts were covered in an ocean teeming with fish, sharks and dolphins.
Moth species not seen since 1912 found at Detroit airport
The "very flashy" moths were found in the luggage of a traveler arriving from the Philippines, authorities said.
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Child traumatized after surviving Russian occupation
An 8-year-old boy who has sheltered in a basement with his mother since Russia invaded Ukraine is too traumatized to talk about the war. He used to draw pictures of sunny skies and happy homes, but now draws only monsters and tanks. Debora Patta has more.
Family of Buffalo victim considers suing gunmaker
The family of a victim in the Buffalo supermarket shooting has hired lawyers who are looking into potential claims against Remington, which produced the gun allegedly used in the massacre. Jericka Duncan reports.
Man found not guilty of murdering Georgia teacher who vanished in 2005
Ryan Duke had told investigators he killed Tara Grinstead and helped burn her body. But when he took the witness stand during his trial, he insisted he was innocent.
Feds seize 145 dogs from research facility where hundreds died
Staff could not identify a cause of death for 173 puppies because the bodies had already begun decomposing, records show.
Sandy Hook mom says Buffalo shooting victims' families "deserve healing"
For the victims' families, this week has been filled with a steady stream of prayer in and around Buffalo.
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Boeing's Starliner catches up with space station
Boeing hopes the third time is the charm for the Starliner astronaut ferry ship on its test flight to the International Space Station.
Boeing Starliner capsule sets off after space station
Grounded earlier by software bugs and corroded valves, Boeing says the Starliner is finally ready for flight.
Boeing Starliner capsule poised for high-stakes flight
NASA is confident Boeing's Starliner astronaut ferry ship is finally ready for prime time.
InSight Mars lander nears the end of the road
NASA expects dwindling power to shut down the InSight Mars lander by the end of the year.
NASA investigates another space helmet water leak
While not as serious as a potentially life-threatening 2013 incident, NASA is taking no chances with the station's aging spacesuits.
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The best places to work in 2022, ranked
It's not only tech companies that continue to win over employees with flexible work environments, good pay and better benefits.
How police tracked an old work truck to find Jennifer Dulos' alleged killer
After scouring 12 hours of grainy surveillance footage, investigators say they found the way Fotis Dulos drove the 70 miles to murder his wife.
25 transgender athletes you should know
These athletes are making waves in the worlds of athletics and advocacy.
Met Gala 2022: The hottest red carpet arrivals
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Best movies streaming right now on Netflix
Looking for something fresh to watch? Here are the top films available on the streaming platform.
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Are the Kids All Right?: Gen(der) Z
For an unprecedented number of young people in Gen Z, gender is a social construct that needs dismantling. In this CBS Reports documentary, we follow four teens with diverse gender identities to see how they are dealing with and experiencing a world that’s redefining gender.
Judge blocks CDC from ending Title 42 expulsions
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) cannot move forward with a plan to discontinue pandemic-related emergency rules that allow U.S. border agents to rapidly expel migrants to Mexico or their home countries on public health grounds, a federal judge in Louisiana ruled Friday.
Cat reunited with owners 16 years after running away
Ritz the cat ran away 16 years ago, and his owners never really gave up hope for his return. A few weeks ago, a woman who had been feeding a stray cat brought it into the vet with a bad injury. It was about to be put down, but a microchip saved its life. Steve Hartman shares more in "On the Road."
Child traumatized after surviving Russian occupation
An 8-year-old boy who has sheltered in a basement with his mother since Russia invaded Ukraine is too traumatized to talk about the war. He used to draw pictures of sunny skies and happy homes, but now draws only monsters and tanks. Debora Patta has more.
Secret Service agents sent home after Seoul incident
The start of President Biden's first trip to Asia since taking office has been overshadowed by two Secret Service agents being sent home after an alleged altercation with a taxi driver in Seoul. Nancy Cordes has the latest.