In the last few days, North Carolina Republicans rolled out adjustments to a new law set to take effect Saturday that bans most abortions in the state after 12 weeks, including clarification that medication abortions also are allowed up until 12 weeks. Democratic legislators say the changes are meant to thwart a federal lawsuit filed last week. North Carolina Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper joins “America Decides” to discuss the future of abortion rights in his state. Source
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Colorado LGBTQ club shooter pleads guilty
The man who killed five and wounded 17 others in a shooting at a Colorado Springs LGBTQ club last November has pleaded guilty. He was then sentenced to life in prison. Source
1 killed as tornadoes move across Indiana
One person was killed and several homes were damaged or destroyed as at least three tornadoes touched down in Indiana on Sunday. Several other states saw severe weather over the weekend, including Arkansas, where a mother and son were killed by a tree knocked down by high winds. CBS affiliate WTTV’s Max Lewis reports. Source
Prosecutors will seek death penalty in Idaho college murders case
Prosecutors will seek the death penalty for Brian Kohberger, the man accused of killing four University of Idaho students. Source
Putin thanks Russians in first speech since Wagner revolt
Putin looked solemn and determined as he emphasized that steps were immediately taken to “neutralize the threat” posed by the head of the Wagner mercenary group. Source
Peoria becomes haven for LGBTQ community thanks to affordable housing
“I love the idea of shaking up that big cities are the only places that LGBTQ+ people can thrive,” one resident told CBS News. Source
Mom charged with murder after leaving baby home alone for 10 days
Prosecutors in Ohio Monday announced murder charges against Kristel Candelario in the death of her 16-month-old daughter. Source
Data stolen from thousands of pilot applicants at American, Southwest
Cybercriminals stole the personal information of more than 8,000 job seekers, including their driver’s and pilot license numbers. Source
Pregnant Workers Fairness Act is a game changer for women. Here’s why.
A new federal law set to take effect on Tuesday greatly strengthens legal protections for pregnant employees. Source
Dolphins use baby talk when communicating with calves, study finds
A study published Monday found that bottlenose dolphin mothers use a kind of high-pitched baby talk with their calves. Source