Wisconsin Supreme Court ends abortion ban
The Wisconsin Supreme Court's liberal majority struck down a 176-year-old law dictating abortion rights in the state. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul reports.
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Wisconsin Supreme Court voids abortion ban
The Wisconsin Supreme Court struck down a state abortion law that was adopted in 1849 in a 4-3 landmark decision. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
Recapping this week in politics
A 25-hour speech on the Senate floor, the costliest judicial race in U.S. history, President Trump's tariffs and a tanking stock market that followed are some of the most significant political moments from the past week. Political strategists Joel Payne and Kevin Sheridan join "America Decides" with analysis.
How Susan Crawford won Wisconsin's court race
Democrat-backed Judge Susan Crawford won Tuesday's Wisconsin Supreme Court race, beating her Republican-endorsed opponent by 10 points. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto breaks down the results.
Takeaways from the Wisconsin special election
In three special elections on Tuesday, Republicans held onto two U.S. House seats in Florida while a liberal judge in Wisconsin also won a closely-watched state Supreme Court race against a candidate backed by Elon Musk. CBS News correspondent Jarred Hill has the latest.
Is Crawford's win a rebuke of Musk?
Susan Crawford's win in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race comes after Elon Musk spent more than $20 million to support her rival. CBS News' Fin Gómez reports.
Winner in Wisconsin Supreme Court race
Dane County Judge Susan Crawford, who was endorsed by the Democratic Party, won the Wisconsin Supreme Court race against Waukesha County Judge Brad Schimel. This comes after entrepreneur Elon Musk spent considerable resources campaigning for the Schimel, the Republican-backed candidate in the state. CBS News' Anthony Salvanto has more.
Wisconsin Supreme Court race won by Democrat-backed Susan Crawford
Democrat-backed Susan Crawford won the closely-watched Wisconsin Supreme Court race, the most expensive judicial election in U.S. history.
Special elections wrap up in Wisconsin, Florida
Republicans picked up wins in special elections for two Florida congressional districts Tuesday, while a judge toting support from Democrats won a closely-watched Wisconsin Supreme Court race. Jessi Mitchell anchored CBS News' special report on the races.
Susan Crawford wins Wisconsin high court seat
Democratic-backed candidate Judge Susan Crawford won the race for a Wisconsin Supreme Court seat against Republican-backed Judge Brad Schimel. The contest was the most expensive judicial race in U.S. history, garnering endorsements from figures like Elon Musk and Sen. Bernie Sanders. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto and senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe report on the race.
Wis. Supreme Court race the most expensive judicial election in U.S. history
A high-stakes election for the Wisconsin Supreme Court has become the most expensive judicial election in American history, but not without controversy.
Musk, Soros eye Wisconsin Supreme Court race
The Wisconsin Supreme Court race has quickly become a battle of many billionaires, with the ideologically conservative candidate backed by a PAC connected to Elon Musk and the ideologically liberal candidate with George Soros' money in her corner. The April 1 contest, which is technically nonpartisan, will determine the court's ideological balance. Ben Wikler, chair of Wisconsin's Democratic Party, joins "America Decides" to unpack the stakes of the race.
Tensions on Wisconsin Supreme Court
It has been a chaotic week for the Wisconsin Supreme Court, with conservative Chief Justice Annette Ziegler accusing her colleagues in the new liberal majority of staging a "coup." Matthew DeFour, the statehouse bureau chief for the Wisconsin Watch, joins CBS News to break down the situation.
Could Trump's legal situation hurt his 2024 chances?
On Tuesday, former President Donald Trump pleaded not guilty to 34 felony charges in a New York City courtroom. CBS News political reporter Aaron Navarro, and Puck national correspondent and founding partner Tina Nguyen, discussed how the case could effect Trump's 2024 presidential bid.
Liberals win control of Wisconsin court
Democratic-backed candidate Janet Protasiewicz won a hotly contested election for a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court, defeating Republican-backed Dan Kelly. Wisconsin Examiner reporter Henry Redman joins CBS News to discuss the significance of this race.
Liberals win majority on Wisconsin high court
Democrat-backed Janet Protasiewicz has claimed victory in Wisconsin's closely-watched supreme court race, flipping the ideological balance of power to a liberal majority. A.J. Bayatpour, politics reporter for CBS affiliate WDJT in Milwaukee, joins John Dickerson on "Prime Time" to discuss.
Janet Protasiewicz wins Wisconsin Supreme Court race
The Wisconsin Supreme Court has been under conservative control for 15 years.
Why Wisconsin's Supreme Court race broke campaign spending records
The race attracted national attention because of its implications for the 2024 election, abortion access and voting laws.
Wisconsin Supreme Court race likely to affect abortion, election laws
Liberal judge Janet Protasiewicz and the conservative former justice Dan Kelly have advanced to the general election, The Associated Press reported.
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Wisconsin Supreme Court rejects Trump camp's bid to toss ballots
The court's decision came an hour before Wisconsin electors were set to meet and cast their ballots Monday.
Trump loses Wisconsin case while arguing another one
U.S. District Judge Brett Ludwig dismissed the lawsuit asking the court to order the Republican-controlled Legislature to name Mr. Trump the winner over Democrat Joe Biden.
Wisconsin high court won't let Trump campaign bypass lower court
The Trump campaign argued that the state's high court should hear its case directly because presidential electors will soon be casting their votes.
Wisconsin Supreme Court case could remove 129K from voter rolls
The case could result in the removal of voters from the rolls before the November general election.
Tensions grow as states slowly reopen
The Wisconsin Supreme Court struck down the state's stay at home order, allowing a number of local bars and restaurants to open their doors. Adriana Diaz reports.
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U.S. launches largest-ever effort to denaturalize citizens accused of fraud
The Trump administration on Monday plans to announce it is seeking to revoke the citizenship of 17 U.S. citizens accused of immigration fraud.
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Iran and Israel say attacks halted after Trump tells both to "stop 'shooting'"
Iran and Israel declare a halt to fighting as President Trump says both are seeking an "immediate ceasefire" after a major escalation in the 101-day war.
How an experimental weight-loss drug is being openly promoted by physicians
Doctors are jumping the gun to prescribe a medication lacking FDA approval that has gone viral on social media. "Why are we waiting?" one physician asked.
Trump formally nominates Todd Blanche as attorney general
Currently acting attorney general, Todd Blanche may face an uphill confirmation battle from some wary Republican senators.
Judge voids Trump's $100,000 fee for new H-1B visas
U.S. District Judge Leo Sorokin ruled in favor of a group of 20 states that challenged President Trump's new $100,000 visa fee.
Russia bans Bill Browder's teen son after he exposes alleged crypto scheme
Russia sanctioned Alexander Browder, son of financier-turned-activist Bill Browder, after he unveiled an alleged cryptocurrency money laundering network.
Trump walks out of interview with NBC
President Trump abruptly ended an interview with NBC News when repeatedly challenged on his claims of election fraud
Raman outpaces Pratt in LA mayor contest; California governor's race unsettled
Los Angeles City Council member Nithya Raman surged past Spencer Pratt on Sunday in the race for LA mayor. The California governor's race remains undecided.
South Florida reports feeling shaking from earthquake off coast of Cuba
The magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck about 65 miles to the west-northwest of Mantua, Cuba
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Can an AI agent cover for you while you're at the beach?
"AI can make everything that was on my plate visible to colleagues while I'm gone," one expert said.
Trump formally nominates Todd Blanche as attorney general
Currently acting attorney general, Todd Blanche may face an uphill confirmation battle from some wary Republican senators.
Judge voids Trump's $100,000 fee for new H-1B visas
U.S. District Judge Leo Sorokin ruled in favor of a group of 20 states that challenged President Trump's new $100,000 visa fee.
Pentagon updates religious codes after criticism from Mormons
On Friday, the Pentagon cut the number of religious affiliation codes from over 200 to 31 to help military chaplains streamline religious support services.
Trump walks out of interview with NBC
President Trump abruptly ended an interview with NBC News when repeatedly challenged on his claims of election fraud
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Can an AI agent cover for you while you're at the beach?
"AI can make everything that was on my plate visible to colleagues while I'm gone," one expert said.
Nearly half of Americans say they're worse off financially than a year ago
New York Fed survey shows growing concern about household finances and the job market, even as the job market remains solid.
Working remotely can hurt people's mental health, research finds
Although working remotely offers flexibility, it also takes a toll on people's mental health, experts said.
Young applicants discuss the challenges of today's job search
With the unemployment rate for young workers about twice as high as the national average, "Sunday Morning" talks with recent graduates from across the country about how AI is affecting both their prospects and the hiring process itself.
Prediction markets have become a draw for young men. Here's why
Prediction markets have become a draw for young men in search of quick cash and thrills, experts say. "I had almost $4,600 at one point but squandered that," one man said.
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Trump formally nominates Todd Blanche as attorney general
Currently acting attorney general, Todd Blanche may face an uphill confirmation battle from some wary Republican senators.
Judge voids Trump's $100,000 fee for new H-1B visas
U.S. District Judge Leo Sorokin ruled in favor of a group of 20 states that challenged President Trump's new $100,000 visa fee.
Pentagon updates religious codes after criticism from Mormons
On Friday, the Pentagon cut the number of religious affiliation codes from over 200 to 31 to help military chaplains streamline religious support services.
Trump walks out of interview with NBC
President Trump abruptly ended an interview with NBC News when repeatedly challenged on his claims of election fraud
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U.S. launches largest-ever effort to denaturalize citizens accused of fraud
The Trump administration on Monday announced it is seeking to revoke the citizenship of 17 U.S. citizens accused of immigration fraud.
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How an experimental weight-loss drug is being openly promoted by physicians
Doctors are jumping the gun to prescribe a medication lacking FDA approval that has gone viral on social media. "Why are we waiting?" one physician asked.
The promises and pitfalls of GLP-1 drugs
Approved 20 years ago as a diabetes treatment, GLP-1 drugs have been found to help patients reduce weight, changing the lives of more than 30 million people in the U.S. But there also have been troubling side effects reported.
The promises and pitfalls of GLP-1 drugs
Approved 20 years ago as a treatment for diabetes, GLP-1 drugs have been found also to help patients significantly reduce weight. More than 30 million people in the U.S. have had their lives changed by GLP-1 medications. But there have also been troubling side effects reported. Correspondent Tracy Smith talks with experts who say the drugs might prove useful in treating other diseases associated with obesity (including cancer); and with patients who have taken GLP-1 drugs and experienced widely varying reactions.
A breakthrough for Type 1 diabetes treatment
A medical breakthrough is showing promise for millions of Americans with Type 1 diabetes. It's an alternative to taking insulin without the injections. Mark Strassmann has more details.
U.S. doctor with Ebola recovers from deadly virus, German hospital says
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
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Great white shark captured on video in Mediterranean in rare sighting
Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
Russia bans Bill Browder's teen son after he exposes alleged crypto scheme
Russia sanctioned Alexander Browder, son of financier-turned-activist Bill Browder, after he unveiled an alleged cryptocurrency money laundering network.
Pope Leo denounces what he calls "scourge" of sexual abuse by Catholic clergy
Pope Leo XIV denounced the "scourge" of sexual violence by Catholic clergy and called for a "culture of care" in the Church ahead of an expected private meeting with victims in Spain.
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Iran and Israel say attacks halted after Trump tells both to "stop 'shooting'"
Iran and Israel declare a halt to fighting as President Trump says both are seeking an "immediate ceasefire" after a major escalation in the 101-day war.
Latvia says drone shot down as "result of Russian electronic warfare"
A series of drone incursions into countries neighboring Ukraine and Russia is fueling concern that their four-and-a-half year war could spread.
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Expert on UAPs, Spielberg's "Disclosure Day"
Garry Nolan, a professor of pathology at Stanford University School of Medicine and the executive director of the board for The Sol Foundation, joins CBS News 24/7 to discuss Steven Spielberg's new movie, "Disclosure Day," and its exploration of the existence of aliens on Earth.
Biggest winners from the 79th Tony Awards
CBS News New York's Dave Carlin breaks down the biggest wins and performances from the 79th Tony Awards.
Steven Spielberg talks "Disclosure Day"
Oscar-winning director Steven Spielberg talks to CBS News about his 34th feature film, "Disclosure Day," which explores what would happen if all of the evidence about UFOs and alien life was released to the entire world and proved we are not alone. He also discusses his opinion on aliens, saying they "have been here and they are here."
Highlights from the Tony Awards
At Broadway's biggest night, "Schmigadoon!" took home the award for best musical. Meanwhile, "Arthur Miller's 'Death of a Salesman'" won six Tony Awards, the most of the night. Jamie Wax has more on the winners and top moments.
Tony Awards honor "Schmigadoon!" and more. See the full winners list.
"Schmigadoon!" — which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 — won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.
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Can an AI agent cover for you while you're at the beach?
"AI can make everything that was on my plate visible to colleagues while I'm gone," one expert said.
Tackling job search struggles
LinkedIn's latest workforce report found hiring rates are nearly 5% lower than a year ago. Catherine Fisher, a LinkedIn career expert, explains how job applicants can break through the market, using AI when applying and more.
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.
Prediction markets have become a draw for young men. Here's why
Prediction markets have become a draw for young men in search of quick cash and thrills, experts say. "I had almost $4,600 at one point but squandered that," one man said.
Anthropic on global pause on AI development
Anthropic is urging a pause in AI development amid growing concerns about future risks, though some experts question the company's motives. Vicky Ge Huang, a reporter for The Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News with more details.
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Great white shark captured on video in Mediterranean in rare sighting
Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
El Niño could bring more widespread coral bleaching, NOAA warns
The expected arrival of El Niño this summer could trigger another mass coral bleaching event, which would be the fifth on record, researchers said.
Scientists find yeast in frozen mummy's guts, use it to make bread
More than 5,300 years ago, Oetzi the Iceman was strolling through the Alps on the border of Austria and Italy when he was killed by an arrow in the back.
Meteor lights up southern Michigan
Days after a meteor exploded over New England, another fireball was spotted, visible in the Midwest to the Northeast. Rob Marciano has more.
Ancient coin, mysterious markings found under Notre Dame cathedral
A team of archaeologists at the iconic cathedral is digging straight down and back in time, to Roman Paris 2,000 years ago.
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Chaos after mass shooting at Ohio festival
At least 12 people were injured during a mass shooting at the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, officials say. CBS News' Jonah Kaplan reports.
12 hurt in "gunfight" at Ohio festival, police say
Twelve people were injured, two of them critically, in what police are calling a "gunfight" that broke out at the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, on Saturday. Jonah Kaplan reports.
5 people stabbed at Penn Station, Amtrak police say
Six people, including the suspect, were taken to the hospital after a stabbing incident at New York City's Penn Station on Sunday evening.
The Plot to Eliminate Alyssa Burkett
A toxic couple orchestrates an elaborate plan to kill a mother. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.
Ex-boyfriend and fiancée behind fatal stabbing, shooting of Texas mom
What appeared to be an open-and-shut case for Texas investigators turned out to be a twisted murder plot involving victim Alyssa Beard's ex-boyfriend Andrew Beard and his fiancée Holly Elkins – who detectives say was the mastermind.
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Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Sun erupts with 3 solar flares, raising chances of northern lights for U.S.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
Blue Origin vows to resume New Glenn launches despite explosion
Damage to Blue Origin's lone launch pad in the wake of last week's spectacular explosion was not as severe as initially feared, the company said.
NASA taps 2 companies to develop buggies for its moon base program
The FLEX Rover will be equipped to carry two astronauts and traverse hundreds of miles of lunar terrain.
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Security restrictions around Trump Finals visit
President Trump will be in attendance at Game 3 of the NBA Finals Monday night, that's forced major security restrictions in the area around New York City's Madison Square Garden. CBS News reporter Jared Ochacher has more.
South Carolina governor's race heats up
The race for governor in South Carolina between seven Republicans and three Democrats is heating up ahead of the state's primary elections. CBS News' Skyler Henry has more.
Trump effort to denaturalize citizens accused of fraud
The Trump administration on Monday announced it is seeking to revoke the citizenship of 17 U.S. citizens accused of immigration fraud, expanding its unprecedented denaturalization campaign. CBS News immigration correspondent Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more.
Trump tells Israel and Iran to stop shooting
President Trump told Israel and Iran to "immediately stop 'shooting'" at each other and said both sides were seeking an "immediate ceasefire" after the weekend flare-up that began with Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon's capital Beirut. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata and Nancy Cordes have more.
Knicks fans forced to change plans
President Trump's planned attendance at Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs has forced some fans to shift their plans after the NYPD canceled the watch party outside of Madison Square Garden set for Monday night. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe has more.