Texas governor signs law outlawing abortion after 6 weeks
The legislation would let private citizens sue doctors who perform abortions as well as any individuals who "aid and abet" in patients getting the procedure.
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Doctor: CDC made "grave mistake" on masks
Many states across the U.S. are letting go of masks as more people get vaccinated. The easing of mask restrictions comes after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention relaxed its guidelines, saying fully vaccinated Americans can now stop wearing masks in most settings. Dr. Eric Feigl-Ding, an epidemiologist, health economist and senior fellow at the Federation of American Scientists, spoke with Tanya Rivero on CBSN about the eased restrictions.
Texas governor signs abortion ban
Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed into a law a bill outlawing abortion as early as six weeks into pregnancy. Unlike other states' so-called "heartbeat" bills, this one would allow private citizens to file lawsuits against doctors, clinics or even family members who "aid and abet" the procedure. CBSN Dallas-Fort Worth has more.
Survivor recalls narrow escape as storms pound Louisiana
Hundreds of people in Louisiana had to be rescued from the rising water, and the worst may not be over.
Texas bars most government entities from requiring masks
The order is Abbott's latest effort to roll back coronavirus protective measures in the state.
Tiger seen roaming Texas neighborhood found
The tiger spotted prowling around a Houston neighborhood has finally been found after nearly a weeklong search by authorities. The woman who helped bring the tiger to safety happens to be the owner of a local athletic club that also houses exotic animals. Janet Shamlian reports.
Supreme Court declines case over racial slur in workplace
The justices turned away an appeal from Robert Collier, a Texas man who argued the hospital where he worked created a racially hostile work environment.
Severe weather slams the Southwest
On Sunday, a tornado was seen tearing up Hill County, Texas. Thunderstorms are now threatening the region with torrential rain.
Missing tiger in Texas found
A Bengal tiger that had been seen roaming a Houston neighborhood last week has been found, Houston police said Saturday. The tiger, named India, appears to be unharmed and has been relocated to a sanctuary. CBSN's Lana Zak has the details.
Death row inmate pleading to have life spared
A Texas death row inmate scheduled to be executed next week is pleading with Governor Greg Abbott to spare his life. Quintin Jones was convicted of killing his great-aunt in 1999, when he was 20 years old. His advocates say Jones turned his life around in prison, and is remorseful. Omar Villafranca spoke to Jones' aunt. He reports from Dallas.
Sister of woman killed by death row inmate wants his life spared
Long said she and Berthena Bryant were extremely close. She does not believe Quintin Jones should die.
Austin bombing suspect's statement
In a recorded cellphone statement, Austin bombing suspect Mark Conditt said: "I wish I were sorry but I am not" for the deadly attacks, according to a person familiar with the matter. During the more than 25-minute statement, Conditt described himself as a "psychopath" and said he feels as though he has been disturbed since childhood. CBS News' senior investigative producer Pat Milton joins CBSN with the latest.
Bus driver caught falling asleep
A passenger mutiny onboard a Greyhound bus bound for Dallas forced a driver out from behind the wheel. Terrified passengers say that driver was falling asleep and it led to a confrontation caught on video. CBS Dallas/Fort Worth's J.D. Miles reports.
Target of murder-for-hire plot testifies
A target in a bizarre murder-for-hire plot in Texas broke her silence in court on Wednesday. Meghan Verikas described in startling detail what it was like to pose for photos meant to trick her ex-boyfriend, Leon Jacob, into thinking she had been kidnapped by the hitman he allegedly hired to kill her. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.
Suspected Austin bomber's confession
The man suspected of terrorizing Austin, Texas, with a series of bombings over nearly three weeks confessed in a 25-minute video, police say. It was recorded just hours before Mark Conditt blew himself up Wednesday, as SWAT officers closed in. Omar Villafranca reports.
"Affluenza teen" to be released
The so-called "Affluenza teen" who killed four people while driving drunk in 2013 is set to be released from prison after two years next month. An expert called by Ethan Couch's lawyers during his trial blamed the teen's wealthy background for his irresponsible behavior. Criminal defense attorney William Bruzzo joins CBSN with a look back on the controversial case.
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Austin bombing update
A 23-year-old man suspected of terrorizing Texas residents with explosive packages for several weeks recorded a 25-minute "confession" on his cellphone, Austin Police Chief Brian Manley announced during a news conference Wednesday evening. In the video, Mark Conditt describes differences between each of the seven bombs he is believed to have constructed. Police say all of the devices are accounted for. Conditt died early Wednesday morning as police closed in on him.
Search for bombs in Austin
Police tracked down the man accused of terrorizing Austin, Texas, with package bombs, before he killed himself. But the search for other bombs he might have left -- and the investigation into a motive -- is far from over. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca reports.
Austin bombing suspect ID'd
The man believed to be behind a three-week string of bombings in Austin, Texas is dead. Police identified him as 23-year-old Mark Conditt. CBS News' Nikki Battiste has the latest from Round Rock, Texas.
Texas bomber's reign of terror ends
The suspect behind a string of bombings in Austin, Texas blew himself up Wednesday morning as police closed in. While his terror may have ended, the investigation into his motive is just beginning. CBS News security analyst and former FBI assistant director Ron Hosko joins CBSN with the latest.
Schools fear dropout surge amid pandemic
Many educators are doing everything they can to track down students who stopped showing up for class during the pandemic. CBS News correspondent Mireya Villareal spoke to one student who managed to get back on track and is set to graduate after getting help from his principal.
Military device injures man at Texas store
Austin police say there was no package explosion at a Goodwill store in Texas and that an item found earlier Tuesday night was not a bomb, but rather a military device that went off inside an employee's hand causing an injury. It was also announced that this incident isn't linked to other incidents in Austin, assistant Austin police chief Ely Reyes said.
Incendiary device found in box in Austin
Austin police are reporting that there was no package explosion at a Goodwill store in Texas and that an item found earlier Tuesday night was not a bomb, but rather an incendiary device. A flare was included in a bunch of donated items and as a Goodwill worker was sorting through the items in the box he was apparently burned by the flare. CBS News senior investigative producer Pat Milton joins CBSN with the latest.
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How Charlie Kirk's assassination portends a national crisis
The murder of Charlie Kirk last week follows a litany of violent acts against political targets. Historian Jon Meacham talks about the existential questions now facing America.
Suspect in Charlie Kirk killing is not cooperating with authorities, gov says
Tyler Robinson, 22, was arrested on charges of aggravated murder, obstruction of justice and felony discharge of a firearm for the assassination of Charlie Kirk.
Colorado school shooter had account on "violent gore" site, ADL says
Desmond Holly and several school shooters in the past year were active on the same website, the ADL says.
Sen. Chris Coons: The internet "is driving extremism in our country"
In a joint segment with Republican Sen. James Lankford, Democratic Sen. Chris Coons said amid efforts to foster bipartisan discourse, the internet "is driving extremism in our country."
Ukrainian drones target one of Russia's top oil refineries
The strike on the Kirishi refinery, in Russia's northwestern Leningrad region, follows weeks of Ukrainian attacks on Russian oil infrastructure that Kyiv says fuels Moscow's war effort.
White House requests $58 million to increase security for executive, judicial branches
A White House official confirmed the extra funds would be directed to the U.S. Marshals Service and would also include enhanced protection for Supreme Court justices.
California legislature votes to phase out "forever chemicals" in cookware
California lawmakers voted to phase out a group of chemicals known as PFAS, which are often called "forever chemicals," in cookware.
Venezuela accuses U.S. of seizing fishing boat in Caribbean amid standoff
Venezuela's foreign ministry said nine fishermen were "illegally and hostilely" detained on Friday by the USS Jason Dunham.
Ex-world boxing champion Ricky Hatton found dead at age 46
Ricky Hatton shared the ring with the best boxers of his generation, including Kostya Tszyu, Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao.