George P. Bush challenges GOP incumbent for Texas attorney general
The grandson and nephew of the two Bush presidents accused Paxton of bringing "too much scandal" to the office.
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Texas AG sues Austin for refusing to lift mask mandate
Federal health officials have said now is not the time to stop being vigilant.
Texas AG threatens to sue Austin officials over local mask mandates
Governor Greg Abbott signed an executive order last week to lift the statewide mask mandate, despite warnings from health officials about reopening prematurely.
Twitter sues Texas AG, claiming he retaliated after it banned Trump
Twitter barred Trump for life after Capitol riot, and Ken Paxton launched probe of Twitter and four other major tech companies.
Trump lashes out at Supreme Court after Texas lawsuit rejected
"The Supreme Court really let us down. No Wisdom, No Courage!" he tweeted.
106 House Republicans join election lawsuit
More than half of House Republicans have thrown their support behind a Texas lawsuit challenging President-elect Joe Biden's projected victories in four key battleground states. This comes as Congress faces major hurdles on COVID relief and government funding. CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jiang and CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN to discuss the latest developments.
Progressives eye Biden's Cabinet and agenda
Hunter Biden has confirmed he's under federal investigation over his taxes. Meanwhile President-elect Joe Biden's Cabinet selections are coming into sharper focus. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins CBSN from Wilmington, Delaware, with the latest developments.
Texas sues over election results in battleground states Biden won
In his long-shot lawsuit, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton takes aim at the results in Michigan, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin and Georgia.
Texas sues to block other states' election results
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing over the election results in Pennsylvania, Michigan, Wisconsin and Georgia, four battleground states that helped swing the race for President-elect Joe Biden. Michigan's attorney general called it a "publicity stunt." CBS News 2020 campaign reporter Adam Brewster joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano to discuss what Paxton is arguing, and where the lawsuit could be headed.
El Paso businesses reopen after court blocks shutdown order
On Saturday, the city of El Paso said reported 1,512 new COVID-19 cases and 15 additional deaths.
Texas attorney general accused by top deputies of bribery
Ken Paxton accused of crimes "related to improper influence, abuse of office, bribery and other potential criminal offenses."
Texas attorney general on phased reopening
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced plans for a phased reopening of the state's economy, beginning this week. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton joined CBSN to discuss the timeline for lifting restrictions.
Texas abortion ban may go to Supreme Court
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton says he expects the state's near-total ban on abortion during the coronavirus outbreak to reach the Supreme Court. CBS News reporter Kate Smith joined CBSN to talk about her exclusive interview with Paxton.
Texas AG expects abortion ban will reach Supreme Court
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton defended the temporary ban on abortion.
Texas AG eyes Supreme Court
In an exclusive interview with CBS News' Kate Smith, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said he expects the state's temporary ban on abortion amid the coronavirus outbreak to head to the Supreme Court. For more than two weeks, abortion services have been suspended in the state.
Texas attorney general says gun stores are "essential"
Texas has not declared a statewide stay-at-home order, but many local jurisdictions have issued them.
Texas halts abortion services amid coronavirus outbreak
Those who continue to provide abortion will face "penalties of up to $1,000 or 180 days of jail time."
Texas AG launches probe into barring Chick-fil-A from airport
"The Constitution's protection of religious liberty is somehow even better than Chick-fil-A's chicken," Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said in a letter
Texas official out after post disparaging "pathetic" women
Attorney General Ken Paxton said views expressed by Andrew Leonie on social media "do not reflect our values"
Federal judge throws out Texas voter ID law
Law was backed by Department of Justice under Trump
School broke law removing Peanuts poster, says official
Merry Christmas law adopted in Texas in 2013 was meant to let teachers talk about Christmas in class, but it's meaning is still being argued
Texas AG On Ambush Investigation
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss how snipers ambushed Dallas police during a peaceful protest Thursday night.
Texas attorney general booked on fraud charges
Grand jury indicted tea party darling Ken Paxton on felony securities fraud charges; GOP not rallying around him
What we know about the victims of the FSU mass shooting
Two people were killed and six others were hospitalized after a Thursday shooting at Florida State University.
Rubio says U.S. may soon "move on" from Ukraine-Russia peace efforts
President Trump could give up on efforts to end the war in Ukraine "in a matter of days," Rubio says, highlighting the administration view that it's "not our war."
ICE partnerships with local law enforcement triple under Trump
To carry out President Trump's mass deportation effort, ICE has partnered with a record number of local agencies to assist in immigration enforcement.
Trump administration replaces COVID websites
The Trump administration has moved to replace websites that previously offered health information and access to COVID tests and treatment.
RFK assassination files released by Trump administration
A tranche of records on Robert F. Kennedy's 1968 killing are being unsealed at the urging of the senator's son, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
FSU student and Parkland survivor describes surviving another school shooting
Stephanie Horowitz said she knew what was happening on Florida State's campus before the shooting was confirmed Thursday because she is a survivor of the 2018 shooting in Parkland.
NASA spacecraft to zoom past asteroid this weekend at 30,000 mph
The flyby is a dress rehearsal for 2027 when Lucy reaches its first so-called Trojan asteroid near Jupiter.
Video shows Idaho officers fatally shoot teen seconds after arriving
Victor Perez had autism, cerebral palsy and was nonverbal, though there is no indication the responding officers were aware of that.
"Adolescence" fuels push to teach boys about risks of online misogyny
Netflix's international hit "Adolescence" has been a wakeup call for many adults about an online world of hate that's radicalizing teenage boys.
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ICE partnerships with local law enforcement triple under Trump
To carry out President Trump's mass deportation effort, ICE has partnered with a record number of local agencies to assist in immigration enforcement.
U.S. soldier killed during D-Day invasion accounted for decades later
U.S. Army Sgt. Ivor D. Thornton, 34, landed on Omaha Beach in Normandy in the second wave of the D-Day invasion on June 6, 1944.
What we know about the victims of the FSU mass shooting
Two people were killed and six others were hospitalized after a Thursday shooting at Florida State University.
About 429,200 wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
Dollar's decline raises worries investors are losing trust in the U.S.
Since mid-January, the dollar has fallen 9% against a basket of currencies, a rare and steep decline.
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About 429,200 wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard
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Dollar's decline raises worries investors are losing trust in the U.S.
Since mid-January, the dollar has fallen 9% against a basket of currencies, a rare and steep decline.
Is the stock market open today on Good Friday?
The stock and bond markets are closed for Good Friday, but will reopen on Monday, following the Easter holiday.
Honda to shift Civic Hybrid production to U.S. from Japan
Rated as one of the top 10 most popular cars sold in the U.S. in 2024, the Civic model is currently sourced in both countries.
Can the IRS strip Harvard of its tax-exempt status? Here's what to know.
President Trump has suggested stripping Harvard of its tax-exempt status, a step that experts say would be unusual and face legal challenges.
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Trump administration replaces COVID websites
The Trump administration has moved to replace websites that previously offered health information and access to COVID tests and treatment.
ICE partnerships with local law enforcement triple under Trump
To carry out President Trump's mass deportation effort, ICE has partnered with a record number of local agencies to assist in immigration enforcement.
Rubio says U.S. may soon "move on" from Ukraine-Russia peace efforts
President Trump could give up on efforts to end the war in Ukraine "in a matter of days," Rubio says, highlighting the administration view that it's "not our war."
RFK assassination files released by Trump administration
A tranche of records on Robert F. Kennedy's 1968 killing are being unsealed at the urging of the senator's son, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Federal judge temporarily limits DOGE access to Social Security data
A federal judge has imposed new restrictions on the Department of Government Efficiency's access to Social Security systems that hold personal data on millions of Americans.
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Trump administration replaces COVID websites
The Trump administration has moved to replace websites that previously offered health information and access to COVID tests and treatment.
About 429,200 wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
Obesity doctor touts new weight loss drug
There may soon be a new medication option for losing weight. Eli Lilly's experimental pill appears to work as well as the injected drug Ozempic to lower the weight of diabetes patients. Dr. Jon LaPook has more.
CDC scraps plan to help Texas schools curb measles over layoffs, employee says
Some employees working on the CDC's measles response were warned they could face layoffs.
FDA making plans to end its routine food safety inspections, sources say
Food safety inspections would be left to state and local authorities under the plan being developed by the FDA.
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U.S. soldier killed during D-Day invasion accounted for decades later
U.S. Army Sgt. Ivor D. Thornton, 34, landed on Omaha Beach in Normandy in the second wave of the D-Day invasion on June 6, 1944.
Tomb filled with skulls, bones of 24 battle victims discovered in Peru
The remains found at the site were wrapped in textiles and buried with honor, researchers said.
"Adolescence" fuels push to teach boys about risks of online misogyny
Netflix's international hit "Adolescence" has been a wakeup call for many adults about an online world of hate that's radicalizing teenage boys.
World Press Photo for 2025 is of Gaza boy who lost arms in Israeli strike
A "quiet photo that speaks loudly," of a Palestinian boy who lost both arms in an Israeli strike, has been selected as the 2025 World Press Photo of the year.
Ryan Gosling to star in new standalone "Star Wars" movie
Ryan Gosling will star in the next installment of the "Star Wars" franchise, "Star Wars: Starfighter," which will hit theaters in May 2027. Shawn Levy will direct the film.
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"Adolescence" fuels push to teach boys about risks of online misogyny
Netflix's international hit "Adolescence" has been a wakeup call for many adults about an online world of hate that's radicalizing teenage boys.
How "Adolescence" discusses online misogyny
The Netflix limited series "Adolescence" centers on a young boy who commits an act of violence under the influence of misogynist content online. The show, which is set in the U.K., has reached 120 million views and started a global discussion.
Tom Francis on Broadway spotlight
With Tony nominations just days away, Tom Francis talks to Adriana Diaz about starring with Nicole Scherzinger in the hit revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical.
Ryan Gosling to star in new standalone "Star Wars" movie
Ryan Gosling will star in the next installment of the "Star Wars" franchise, "Star Wars: Starfighter," which will hit theaters in May 2027. Shawn Levy will direct the film.
Skye P. Marshall on career change and working with Kathy Bates on "Matlock"
Skye P. Marshall also worked in the pharmaceutical industry before she pursued acting. She spoke with "CBS Mornings" about the transition and starring in the legal drama, "Matlock."
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About 429,200 wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
Judge: Google is online advertising monopoly
A federal judge ruled Thursday that Google is a monopolist in markets for online advertising technology. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady has the details.
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.
How AI is using facial recognition to help bring lost pets home
A national lost-and-found database run by the nonprofit Petco Love has helped reunite more than 100,000 families with missing animals.
Google's digital ad network an illegal monopoly, judge rules
The ruling involving Google's online ad technology follows a similar case last year in which Google's search engine was declared a monopoly.
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NASA spacecraft to zoom past asteroid this weekend at 30,000 mph
The flyby is a dress rehearsal for 2027 when Lucy reaches its first so-called Trojan asteroid near Jupiter.
Breaking down the return of dire wolves
Colossal Biosciences says it successfully gene-edited gray wolves to carry traits of the extinct dire wolf. Founder and CEO Ben Lamm and Chief Science Officer Beth Shapiro discuss the research and rising controversy.
Scientists find "strongest evidence yet" of life on distant planet
A British-U.S. team of researchers detected signs of two chemicals in the planet's atmosphere long considered to be "biosignatures" indicating extraterrestrial life.
Can climate change really create zombie fungi, like in "The Last of Us"?
As the HBO series "The Last of Us" returns, fans wonder: How much of the chilling storyline about a fungal zombie pandemic is rooted in reality?
NOAA could face 25% budget cut, slashing climate research, in draft proposal
An internal government document proposes significant changes for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, hitting its research functions hardest.
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FSU shooting victims to make full recovery
The six people wounded in the mass shooting at Florida State University are expected to make a full recovery, the staff at Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare said Friday. CBS News' Anna Schecter and Kati Weis break down the new details released during the news conference.
New details on FSU shooting victims
New details have emerged about some of the victims in the Florida State University mass shooting. Two people were killed and six others were injured when a shooter opened fire on the Tallahassee campus on Thursday, police said. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more on the investigation.
Motive sought in deadly FSU mass shooting
Classes at Florida State University are canceled Friday following a mass shooting on the campus in Tallahassee that killed 2 people and injured six others. Police are investigating a motive for the shooting. CBS News' Kati Weis and Anna Schecter have more.
Deadly shooting at FSU leaves campus reeling
Crime and safety reporter Anna Schecter joins us with new details after a deadly campus shooting at Florida State University left two dead and six injured. The suspect is in custody.
Menendez brothers' resentencing delayed
After 30 years behind bars, the Menendez brothers are trying to shorten the life sentences they are serving for killing their parents. However, a resentencing hearing scheduled for Thursday was delayed after an appeal by the L.A. district attorney.
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Astronomer on new evidence pointing to life
Astronomers say they have discovered "the strongest evidence yet" of life on a distant planet, although, they stress that more research is needed. Chief astronomer and planetarium director of the Franklin Institute Derrick Pitts joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Scientists find "strongest evidence yet" of life on distant planet
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Gayle King on how space flight changed her
A day after her flight to space, Gayle King speaks with "CBS Evening News" co-anchor Maurice DuBois about how the trip has changed her.
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Aisha Bowe and Amanda Nguyen talk to "CBS Mornings" about how the Blue Origin spaceflight changed them for the better.
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Student says he knew FSU shooting suspect
Florida State University student Reid Seybold told CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers that he knew the mass shooting suspect from a political club at a former college. Seybold claims the alleged gunman was asked to leave the club after espousing white supremacist rhetoric, though he said he isn't "going to speculate" on the motive behind Thursday's deadly shooting and whether his views played a role. CBS News has not independently verified these claims.
FSU shooting victims to make full recovery
The six people wounded in the mass shooting at Florida State University are expected to make a full recovery, the staff at Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare said Friday. CBS News' Anna Schecter and Kati Weis break down the new details released during the news conference.
Trump backs Rubio on Russia-Ukraine comments
President Trump took questions from reporters Friday during the swearing-in ceremony for Dr. Mehmet Oz as the new administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. When asked about the Russia-Ukraine war, Mr. Trump said he believes his administration will get a peace deal done, but echoed Secretary of State Marco Rubio's frustrations over the talks. CBS News' Natalie Brand breaks it down.
U.S., Iran to meet for nuclear talks in Rome
The next round of nuclear talks between the U.S. and Iran are set to take place on Saturday in Rome. Osamah Khalil, an associate professor of history in the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs at Syracuse University, joins CBS News 24/7 for a preview.
Rubio signal frustration with Ukraine talks
Secretary of State Marco Rubio signaled his frustration with the peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, saying the Trump administration may "move on" from negotiating a deal if progress isn't made soon. BBC News' James Waterhouse and CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi have more.