CBS News has obtained a memo that outlines the Trump administration’s plans to send federal officers to Chicago in response to growing gun violence there. This comes after fierce clashes between federal officers and protesters in Portland. Carter Evans has the latest. Source
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Tribute to Congressman John Lewis after a life fighting for equality
From Selma to the U.S. Capitol, as a Freedom Rider and a congressman, John Lewis spent his life fighting for equality. “CBS Evening News” anchor and managing editor Norah O’Donnell takes a look at how he has inspired generations. Source
Trump briefings to return as he calls wearing a mask “patriotic”
After months of downplaying the importance of face coverings, Mr. Trump tweeted a photo of himself wearing a mask. Source
Lawmakers at odds on next coronavirus stimulus package
Congress hasn’t agreed on what should be included on the next stimulus package. President Trump wants a payroll tax cut included but many Democrats and some Republicans oppose that. Wall Street Journal congressional reporter Siobhan Hughes joins CBSN to discuss what would happen if Congress doesn’t act. Source
Teachers sue Florida governor over school reopening plan
“The governor needs to accept the reality of the situation here in Florida, where the virus is surging out of control,” FEA President Fedrick Ingram said in a statement. Source
Trump to resume coronavirus briefings as infections rise
After months of downplaying the coronavirus and the importance of face coverings, President Trump will resume his coronavirus briefings this week. Weijia Jiang reports. Source
Workers sue Whole Foods over right to wear BLM masks
Lawsuit claims Amazon-owned grocery chain discriminated against employees who supported the BLM movement. Source
In reversal, Winn-Dixie will ask shoppers to wear face masks
Grocery chain attributes its revised stance to the “continued rise” of COVID-19 cases across the Southeast. Source
Bankruptcies surging as coronavirus levels U.S. economy
Corporate filings for Chapter 11 shot up 26% during the first six months of 2020 compared with the year-ago period. Source
Suspect found dead after fatal shooting at federal judge’s home in New Jersey
Authorities say the man they believe opened fire at the home of a federal judge in New Jersey, killing her son and wounding her husband, has been found dead in an apparent suicide. CBS News’ Naomi Ruchim reports on the latest. Source