Concerns over an active draft and FAFSA’s role in the service even shut down the Selective Service System’s website because of the sudden surge in traffic. Source
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Fears of draft after Soleimani strike causes Selective Service website to crash
After a U.S. airstrike killed Qassem Soleimani, the head of Iran’s Quds military force, in Baghdad on Thursday, Iran vowed “crushing revenge” against all responsible. Now, with #NoWarinIran, #TrumpsWar and #WorldWarIII trending on Twitter, users are looking into the draft — and how the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) could play into their potential future military service. Source
Alleged bank robber who held a woman hostage surrenders to police after 6-hour standoff
The man arrested in connection with an apparent robbery attempt and hostage situation in Illinois is now charged with sexual assault. Nicholas August surrendered to police after the standoff at the Heritage Credit Union in Rockford. Don Baccus reports. Source
Manhunt underway in Mississippi for two escaped inmates after a week of “gangs at war”
There’s a manhunt for two inmates who escaped a Mississippi prison. David May and Dillion Williams broke out during an emergency headcount overnight in Parchman – about two hours north of Jackson. Their escape comes during a week of what’s been called “gangs at war” in Mississippi prisons. Five inmates have been killed, including three at the prison that held the escapees. Source
Parts of Sydney make record high temperatures as sweltering heat wave fuel massive bushfires
Australia is in the grip of a sweltering heat wave that’s fueling massive out of control bushfires. More than half of that country is on fire. On Saturday, the extreme heat made parts of Sydney the hottest place on earth with a record 120 degrees. At least 23 people have been killed. Ursula Heger from Network 10 News reports. Source
Anti-war protesters take to the streets across the country, fearing another war
Thousands gathered in dozens of rallies nationwide to protest the administration’s killing of Soleimani and the decision to send more troops to the Middle East. Paula Reid reports. Source
“CBS Weekend News” headlines for Saturday, January 4, 2020
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Weekend News with Reena Ninan.” Source
Thousands attend Soleimani’s funeral in Baghdad
Thousands flooded the streets of Baghdad promising to carry on Qassem Soleimani’s legacy. Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani promised revenge, saying America “will see the consequences of their mistake not only today but in years to come.” Ian Lee reports from Baghdad. Source
Department of Homeland Security increases domestic security measures
The Department of Homeland Security says it’s looking at potential new threats against the U.S. and that it “stands ready.” Local police forces are also working to keep people safe. Kenneth Craig reports. Source
Democratic candidates show mixed reactions to the killing of Soleimani
The 2020 Democratic presidential candidates condemned the killing of Soleimani, but some warned that the decision to assassinate him could lead to war. Nikole Killion reports. Source