GOP officials in several states are moving forward with preparations for increased mail-in voting. Source
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Afghans free 900 Taliban prisoners in hope of extended ceasefire
A truce called for the Muslim holiday of Eid has held, and the insurgent group is raising hopes it may be extended. Source
DOJ raises concerns with Nevada restrictions on religious services
Assistant Attorney General Eric Dreiband warned Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak his directives may treat religious organizations differently from other businesses. Source
Dwyane Wade dies hair to match daughter Zaya
Many people are praising the former NBA star’s bold new look and parenting skills. Source
Six Flags to reopen first of 26 closed theme parks
Outdoors attraction Frontier City set to resume operations June 5 with new safety protocols and reduced attendance. Source
Cuomo says “you’re going to see pain” as economy reopens
The governor said Monday that though hospitalizations, intubations and other metrics are down, there were still an additional 96 coronavirus-related deaths. Source
Trump administration leaves testing to states as businesses reopen
As many Americans took advantage of the three-day weekend to visit beaches and newly reopened businesses, the World Health Organization warned moving too fast could lead to an “immediate second peak” of coronavirus infections. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid joined CBSN to discuss the Trump administration’s strategy. Source
NBA considers resuming season in July at Disney World; “60 Minutes Sports” to air timeless stories
In this week’s Tuesday Morning Quarterback, James Brown explains how the NBA hopes to use Disney to start the season back up. Plus, the life and legacy of Utah Jazz coach Jerry Sloan is celebrated. JB also previews the upcoming “60 Minutes Sports: Timeless Stories” series beginning May 30. Source
COVID-19 puts summer camp plans on hold
The coronavirus pandemic has forced many camps around the country to cancel their summer 2020 session. Mitch Reiter, the owner and director of Camp Towanda in Pennsylvania, joined CBSN to discuss what factors led him to cancel camp this summer and what he’s doing to prepare for next year. Source
Videographer refuses refund after bride dies before wedding
The videography company created a website using the groom’s name, writing: “If we knew he was going to shake us down, we would have charged a higher deposit.” Source