Indiana AG files suit over doctor talking about 10-year-old's abortion
The privacy lawsuit came days before state lawmakers filed a disciplinary complaint against the attorney general for alleged professional misconduct.
Abortion
DeSantis says he does not support criminalizing women who get abortions
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis declined to say whether he supports a national abortion ban.
New lawsuits to come over abortion bans
New lawsuits will be filed Tuesday, challenging near-total abortion bans in three states, CBS News has learned. The Center for Reproductive Rights plans to sue Idaho, Oklahoma, and Tennessee on behalf of women who say they suffered severe pregnancy complications. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford has more on these cases.
Harris dismisses GOP claims on Democrats' abortion stance
Vice President Kamala Harris called the claims that Democrats support abortions up until birth "ridiculous" and a "mischaracterization of the point."
Mexico's Supreme Court votes to decriminalize abortion nationwide
It comes two years after the court ruled that abortion was not a crime in one northern state.
Abortion care for out-of-state residents up 37% in Massachusetts
More out-of-state travelers also used nonprofit or charity funds to obtain abortion care, the study found.
Ohio abortion rights backers sue state board over ballot language
The Ohio Ballot Board added the words "unborn child" and made other changes to ballot language describing a measure that would enshrine abortion rights in the state constitution.
Issues GOP voters want discussed at debate
A new CBS News poll is providing more insight into the issues GOP voters want candidates to talk about at Wednesday's Republican presidential debate. 86% of likely Republican primary voters responded that it is "very important" to hear from candidates about plans to lower inflation. Anthony Salvanto, CBS News executive director of elections and surveys, breaks down the findings.
Abortion ban upheld by South Carolina Supreme Court
The 4-1 ruling departs from the court's own decision months earlier striking down a similar ban that the Republican-led legislature passed in 2021.
Poll analysis: Policy goals voters want to hear about in first GOP debate
GOP primary voters divide over wanting a candidate who supports a national abortion ban.
Women in Louisiana struggle to get maternal health care
The South holds the sad distinction of having some of the highest maternal mortality rates in the U.S. Sharyn Alfonsi spoke to some of the women trying to improve maternal health care.
Court rules for limiting abortion pill access
A federal appeals court on Wednesday ruled in favor of limiting access to the abortion pill mifepristone. However, the new ruling won't go into effect due to a Supreme Court decision in April that halted the lower court's order as the appeals process plays out. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson explained the legal process.
Texas seeking millions in Medicaid funds back from Planned Parenthood
Planned Parenthood Federation of America President Alexis McGill Johnson contends, "This baseless case is an active effort to shut down Planned Parenthood health centers."
How do abortion rights impact voter turnout?
Ohio voters on Tuesday rejected a proposal that would've made it more difficult to change the state's constitution. Abortion rights supporters are celebrating the outcome of the vote because of a November ballot question on enshrining reproductive rights in the Ohio constitution. CBS News political director Fin Gómez shares takeaways from the result.
Takeaways from Ohio special election
Residents of Ohio voted against Issue 1 Tuesday, a special measure that would have increased the threshold to amend the state constitution from a simple majority to 60%. Republicans wanted to change the law ahead of a scheduled vote on abortion rights in November. CBS News reporter Cara Korte has the latest.
Ohio rejects Issue 1 ahead of abortion vote
In a special election on Tuesday, Ohio voters soundly rejected a GOP-backed measure that would have raised the threshold required to make a change to the state's constitution from a simple majority to 60%. State Republicans were attempting to change the law ahead of a November election in which Ohio voters will decide whether to enshrine abortion protections in the state constitution. Caitlin Huey-Burns has more.
Ohio voters reject Issue 1 in major victory for abortion rights backers
Voters in Ohio rejected a measure known as Issue 1 that would have raised the bar for constitutional amendments on the ballot.
After Ohio Issue 1's defeat, focus turns to abortion rights amendment in November
The rejection of Ohio Issue 1 keeps in place century-old rules for changing the state constitution, which will govern a November vote on a proposed abortion rights amendment.
Ohio referendum fails ahead of abortion vote
Abortion rights supporters in Ohio are claiming victory after voters rejected a measure that would have made it harder to amend the state constitution. State Republicans wanted to change the law ahead of a vote that could codify abortion rights into Ohio's constitution in November. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
Ohio voters reject Issue 1 measure
Ohio voters on Tuesday definitively rejected a closely watched proposal known as Issue 1 that would've made it more difficult to amend the state constitution, delivering a crucial victory to pro-abortion rights supporters ahead of a November vote on enshrining reproductive rights in the Ohio Constitution. The Associated Press projects the proposed constitutional amendment failed to garner the majority support it needed to pass.
Historic turnout reported for Ohio election
Ohio's special election is underway, with voters deciding whether to raise the threshold to change the state's constitution from 50% to 60%. State Republicans forced the special election in response to an effort to codify abortion rights in Ohio. CBS News reporter Cara Korte has the latest.
Abortion center stage in Ohio election
Ohio voters are going to the polls Tuesday to cast their ballots in a closely watched special election that could have a major impact on abortion rights in the state. In November, voters will decide if Ohio's constitution should include protections for abortion access. Under current law, changing the constitution requires support from a simple majority of 50% plus one vote. But, the Republican-led legislature set up Tuesday's special election to raise that threshold to 60%. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns has more.
Ohio special election and future of abortion
Voters in Ohio head to the polls Tuesday to cast their ballots in a closely watched special election that could affect whether the right to abortion is placed in the state constitution this fall. Caitlin Huey-Burns reports from Washington.
Ohio's special election and abortion rights
Abortion is not directly on the ballot in Ohio's special election Tuesday, but the vote could have a major impact on abortion rights. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns explains.
Texas AG's office to appeal judge's ruling exempting some abortions
Judge Jessica Mangrum issued a temporary injunction on enforcing the state's abortion bans in certain cases.
Texas House passes GOP redistricting plan after weeks-long standoff
The measure now goes to the Senate, after Democrats returned from a quorum-breaking walkout. Republicans aim to reshape the state's congressional maps.
California Supreme Court declines to stop Newsom's redistricting plan
The California Supreme Court cleared the way for Democrats to move forward with a plan to redraw congressional districts Thursday.
Hurricane Erin bringing tropical storm conditions to North Carolina's Outer Banks
Meteorologists are closely tracking the projected path and forecast of Hurricane Erin, which is the first hurricane to develop over the Atlantic this year.
Judge declines to unseal grand jury material in Jeffrey Epstein case
A federal judge in New York on Wednesday declined the federal government's request to unseal grand jury material in the Jeffrey Epstein case.
Abbott targets Texas lawmakers who flee state to block votes
New agenda items include penalties for lawmakers who flee the state, pharmacy access to Ivermectin, and a groundwater study in East Texas.
U.S. to probe "anti-American" views of those applying for immigration benefits
The Trump administration has directed officials to probe any "anti-American" views and activities of immigrants applying for immigration benefits like green cards and work permits.
Gabbard cutting Director of National Intelligence staff by roughly 40%
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard is slashing her office's staff by roughly 40% — the latest major Trump-era change slated for the intelligence agency.
Judge Frank Caprio, known for his compassion in court, dies at 88
Judge Frank Caprio, a former judge for the Providence Municipal Court, died following a bout with pancreatic cancer, according to a statement posted to social media.
Flying object that crashed in Poland was a Russian drone, Polish officials say
Poland's defense minister accused Russia of provoking NATO during a crucial moment, as peace talks over the war in neighboring Ukraine are underway.