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Roe v. Wade

News and stories about Roe v. Wade, the 1973 Supreme Court ruling that legalized abortion nationwide. The Supreme Court took up the abortion issue after Mississippi banned most abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy.

Roe v. Wade overturned: Churches in several US states vandalized in wake of abortion ruling

Roe v. Wade overturned: Churches in several US states vandalized in wake of abortion ruling

Some U.S. churches became the targets of anger following the Supreme Court’s abortion ruling overturning Roe v. Wade.

July 1, 2022 11:19am EDT
Interest in vasectomies spiked since Roe v. Wade overturned by Supreme Court

Interest in vasectomies spiked since Roe v. Wade overturned by Supreme Court

One clinic in Austin, Texas, said it usually gets about eight calls a day on average for a vasectomy consultation, but after last week’s Supreme Court decision, the number of calls has skyrocketed to 100 a day, on average.

June 30, 2022 7:34pm EDT
Biden says he'd back exception to filibuster to protect abortion access

Biden says he'd back exception to filibuster to protect abortion access

Biden's filibuster remarks may cheer supporters who want to see him take more strident stances on the issue, but it's unlikely to change the outcome in Washington.

June 30, 2022 2:08pm EDT
"I'm not going to stop': Volunteer patient escorts remain steadfast after SCOTUS decision

"I'm not going to stop': Volunteer patient escorts remain steadfast after SCOTUS decision

Patient escort volunteers safely usher patients past protesters camped outside their clinics. These volunteers say protesters have become emboldened in recent months leading up to the SCOTUS decision to overturn Roe vs. Wade.

June 29, 2022 11:25pm EDT
Women's March supporters climb crane in DC to unveil banner protesting Roe v. Wade decision

Women's March supporters climb crane in DC to unveil banner protesting Roe v. Wade decision

Supporters of the Women's March have climbed a crane in D.C., unveiling a banner calling on President Joe Biden to "protect abortion, protesting the recent Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, according to a press release.

June 28, 2022 9:11pm EDT
Local pharmacies limiting the purchase of Plan B pill amid spike in demand

Local pharmacies limiting the purchase of Plan B pill amid spike in demand

The Plan B pill is in high demand and many pharmacies are limiting how many boxes a customer can purchase in fear that they may run out.

June 28, 2022 6:23pm EDT
CVS, Walmart, Rite Aid limiting purchases of Plan B pills following SCOTUS ruling

CVS, Walmart, Rite Aid limiting purchases of Plan B pills following SCOTUS ruling

The pills were in short supply or out of stock on Monday morning on the retailers' websites.

June 28, 2022 10:11am EDT
Roe v. Wade decision: States brace for court fights after federal abortion ruling

Roe v. Wade decision: States brace for court fights after federal abortion ruling

The U.S. Supreme Court's decision Friday to end constitutional protection for abortion opened the gates for a wave of litigation from all sides.

June 27, 2022 7:37pm EDT
Police at Arizona Capitol fire tear gas, Roe v. Wade abortion protesters arrested

Police at Arizona Capitol fire tear gas, Roe v. Wade abortion protesters arrested

Thousands of protesters had gathered earlier on the Capitol grounds in Phoenix, divided into groups both supporting and condemning the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision overturning Roe v. Wade.

June 27, 2022 7:26pm EDT
California voters to weigh constitutional right to abortion

California voters to weigh constitutional right to abortion

California voters will decide in November whether to guarantee the right to an abortion in their state constitution.

June 27, 2022 7:13pm EDT
Pennsylvania governor's race could be heavily influenced by Roe v. Wade reversal

Pennsylvania governor's race could be heavily influenced by Roe v. Wade reversal

Two candidates vying for governor in Pennsylvania stand on opposite sides of the Supreme Court's controversial decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.

June 27, 2022 5:56pm EDT
'Full House' star Jodie Sweetin shoved by LAPD during protest of Supreme Court ruling on LA freeway

'Full House' star Jodie Sweetin shoved by LAPD during protest of Supreme Court ruling on LA freeway

Jodie Sweetin said Saturday's conflict will 'not deter us' from 'fighting for our rights.'

June 27, 2022 11:03am EDT
SD gov: Bar abortion pills, but don't punish women for them

SD gov: Bar abortion pills, but don't punish women for them

South Dakota is among several states, including Texas, Kentucky, Arkansas, Ohio, where Republicans have moved to further restrict access to abortion pills in recent months.

June 27, 2022 10:23am EDT
Roe v. Wade ruling reflects complex relationship between Supreme Court, public

Roe v. Wade ruling reflects complex relationship between Supreme Court, public

The Supreme Court has historically enjoyed positive views among the public. But a recent poll shows approval of the court declined last year, and it got worse since the leaked Roe v. Wade draft opinion.

June 27, 2022 7:30am EDT
Pride parades march on with new urgency after abortion ruling

Pride parades march on with new urgency after abortion ruling

At least one Supreme Court justice signaled, in the ruling on abortion, that the court could reconsider the right to same-sex marriage recognized in 2015.

June 26, 2022 12:29pm EDT
Illinois congresswoman calls Roe decision 'victory for white life' at Trump rally

Illinois congresswoman calls Roe decision 'victory for white life' at Trump rally

The freshman congresswoman, who was among those who voted to overturn the results of the 2020 election, previously came under criticism for quoting Adolf Hitler.

June 26, 2022 8:55am EDT
Roe vs. Wade: Hundreds descend on Philadelphia City Hall to protest in favor of abortion rights
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Roe vs. Wade: Hundreds descend on Philadelphia City Hall to protest in favor of abortion rights

June 25, 2022 11:10pm EDT
Watch: Massive protests held across U.S. after Supreme Court reverses Roe v. Wade

Watch: Massive protests held across U.S. after Supreme Court reverses Roe v. Wade

Protests built into the evening in a number of cities, including thousands demonstrating against the decision outside the barricaded Supreme Court.

June 25, 2022 7:16pm EDT
Roe vs. Wade: Local women's centers are open in Pa., NJ, Del.

Roe vs. Wade: Local women's centers are open in Pa., NJ, Del.

Local women’s centers want women to know they are not alone and that it’s up to them to make decisions for their bodies.

June 25, 2022 7:08pm EDT
Roe vs. Wade: Local women's centers are open in Pa., NJ, Del.
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Roe vs. Wade: Local women's centers are open in Pa., NJ, Del.

June 25, 2022 6:57pm EDT
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