R.E.M. reflects on band’s beginning, breakup and more in rare interview
The founding members of R.E.M. reflected on their early years in Athens, Georgia, how they ultimately found their sound, whether they have any regrets about the band’s amicable breakup in 2011, and more in a rare interview with CBS News’ senior culture and senior national correspondent Anthony Mason for “CBS Mornings.”
New Illinois laws go into effect on July 1, including driver’s licenses for noncitizens
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WTVO) — On July 1st, new laws will take effect in Illinois. Driver’s licenses available to undocumented immigrants On July 1st, undocumented immigrants will be allowed to get a driver’s license. House Bill 2883 would allow noncitizen residents to receive a standard driver’s license with the wording “Federal Limits Apply” printed on top. […]
Eye Opener: Flash flooding in Florida leaves people stranded
Relentless rain brings flash flooding to parts of Florida, stranding people and prompting urgent warnings to stay on higher ground. Also, President Biden discusses Russia’s war in Ukraine with world leaders as Moscow’s warships arrive in Cuba. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener.
Supreme Court still has long list of controversial cases to settle as end of term nears
The end of the Supreme Court’s term is nearing as it still has a long list of high profile and controversial cases to settle. The cases include abortion access, gun rights and whether former President Donald Trump can be criminally prosecuted.
Safety concerns emerge over weighted baby sleeping products following commission warning
Exhausted new parents are opting for weighted sleep sacks and blankets to improve the sleep of their infants. However, serious safety warnings have been issued by the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Consumer Product Safety Commission. CBS News’ senior consumer investigative correspondent Anna Werner has more.
NBA Hall of Famer Jerry West, who inspired the league logo, dies at 86
Jerry West, a 14-time all star who won an NBA title in 1972, died Wednesday. West was also the general manager of eight championship teams with the LA Lakers and the Golden State Warriors.
Palestinian family recounts horror of Israel’s hostage rescue raid
Hamas says Israel’s brazen raid to save 4 hostages killed almost 300 people. Moamen Mattar says his 12-year-old brother was one of them.
Gazans describe being caught up in Israel’s brazen hostage rescue raid
Following the Israeli raid that rescued four hostages in Gaza, Palestinians describe being caught up the chaotic scenes that Hamas says left hundreds of civilians dead.
Fed leaves benchmark interest rate unchanged after inflation slowed in May
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday maintained its benchmark interest rate after inflation slowed in May, up only 3.3% over the year. That’s still higher than the Fed wants. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger explains what it means for your bottom line.
Southern Baptists face division over IVF access
The Senate is set to vote on legislation protecting IVF nationwide amid growing opposition from conservative groups. Southern Baptists have also made a divisive decision on IVF.
